Step into the story of the San Diego International Fringe Festival, where since 2013, we’ve been breaking the “fourth wall” and the boundaries between nations.

From our humble beginnings as the first Fringe in Southern California to our role as the proud host of the 2026 World Fringe Congress, this archive is a living record of the artists, risk-takers, and audiences who make our community vibrant. Explore over a decade of award-winning performances, bi-national milestones, and the “eye-popping” creative artifacts that define the #sdfringe legacy.

Select a year below to begin your journey through the Fringe.