The Castlemaine Fringe Festival, a longstanding fixture in the region’s independent arts scene, will officially launch its 2025 program this Friday with a special event in Mechanics Lane.
The evening will kick off at 7pm with live music, including an appearance by local band aplegate launching their new single.
The event will be the perfect opportunity to collect the newly released festival program and a chance to connect with the artists, organisers and creative community that make Fringe possible.
For more than 30 years, Castlemaine Fringe has been a platform for independent artists, musicians, performers and creatives, offering a space for innovation and artistic expression outside the mainstream.
Fringe is rooted in inclusion, accessibility and community participation, ensuring that local talent is supported while keeping the arts accessible to all audiences.
The 2025 program will run from March 22-April 6, 2025 and features more than 160 events, spanning music, theatre, visual arts, literature, film, comedy and workshops, with a mix of ticketed and free performances.
This will include: 20 Theatre and Fabulous Theatrics Shows, 44 Live Music performances, 62 Open Studios and Exhibitions, 11 Creative Workshops, 10 Comedy Acts, seven Film and Literature Events and eight Social Impact Events.
Whether you’re drawn to music, theatre, film, visual arts, comedy or community conversations, this year’s Fringe program has something for everyone.
Tickets for 2025 Fringe also go on sale Friday at www.castlemainefringe.org.au
Join a host of local talent at the 2025 Fringe program launch. Photo: Craig Gaston 
Performers will delight the crowd at the 2025 Fringe program launch. Photo: Craig Gaston
