First Nations ‘Friends of Fringe’ Pass

Join Sydney Fringe for shows & events in September.

Before you begin: This program is designed to allow greater access for Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, Pasifika and other First Nations Artists to attend Sydney Fringe Festival events and to ensure their participation in the festival (September 01 – 30).  Your First Nations Identity is personal to you. You will not be required to provide proof.

What you get: A 2024 Friends of Fringe Pass. This pass allows you access to any show throughout the festival for free – provided there is an empty seat, and you are at the venue at least 15 mins before the start time to fill it.  With your Pass, you’ll also have access to a range of discounts on food and drinks at Fringe Managed Venues and Fringe Partner Venues around the city as well as invitations to our key events like Program Launch and Awards Night. Passes are non-transferable and only valid for the named pass holder. Pass holders will also be emailed additional discounts and free ticket offers throughout the festival.

How do you use it: It’s real simple. Your pass will be given to you as a physical card which you can wear on a lanyard or carry in your wallet. Head to the event you want to see and show Pass at the door. The Pass holder will be admitted to the event for free as long as there are available seats. If a house is close to full you may be asked to wait until paying patrons are seated before you are admitted. To use your discounts please show your pass at participating bars and venues. Details of participating venues will be made available to you closer to the festival.

We would also love to hear your thoughts on the festival post September at the end of the festival we will send out a survey or give you a call so you can let us know your thoughts and what Fringe might be able to do in the future. Questions or queries? Get in touch with Erica Brennan erica@sydneyfringe.com.

Important Dates

  • 22 July – FN Friends of Fringe Pass Application Open
  • 22 August – FN Friends of Fringe Pass Application Close
  • 29 August – Passes Issued
  • 30 August –1 September – Yalgali First Nations Hub
  • 1 – 30 September – Sydney Fringe Festival
  • 15 October – Post Festival Survey Closes
APPLY HERE