Orlando Fringe May 12 - 25th, 2026
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Orlando Fringe May 12 - 25th, 2026 ⁺✦ .
Kids Fringe at The Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival
Weekends during the festival | May 16, 17 & 23, 24 | 10am-2pm
Orlando Garden Club — 710 E Rollins St, Orlando, FL 32803
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Join us for a kid-friendly fringe experience of shows, crafts, activities, and games.
All for FREE! Perfect for kids of all ages!
2026 Daily Show Schedule
Saturday, May 16th
10:00 AM Kickoff Ribbon Cutting Ceremony (Free Juice Box!)
Join the Kids Fringe team to kick off this year's festival!
DJ Booth | ALL AGES
10:05 AM HAPPY BIRTHDAY, FRINGEZILLA! DANCE PARTY!
Join the Kids Fringe team as we wish Fringezilla a Happy Birthday!
OUTDOOR (TREE STAGE) | ALL AGES
10:10 AM MR RICHARD AND THE POUND HOUNDS
Don’t miss this chance to see everyone’s favorite high-energy, Orlando-based children’s rock band!
INDOOR (FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES
10:35 AM MUSICAL TREEHOUSE BY CENTRAL FLORIDA VOCAL ARTS
Join Central Florida Vocal Arts for an interactive music show where kids become the stars! It's a hands-on musical adventure full of catchy tunes and silly sounds that spark creativity and get everyone moving. Perfect for little rockstars ages 2 and up!
OUTDOOR (TREE STAGE) | ALL AGES
10:50 AM A MAGICALLY EVER AFTER
A magical visit with James the Unbelievable and ChaChing the Amazing Bunny. Includes the opportunity to pet and take photos with a live bunny.
INDOOR (FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES
11:10 AM OCLS STORYTELLER
Enjoy storytime with one of our awesome friends from the Orange County Public Library!
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
11:30 AM THE DRAMATIC SLP LLC | THE UNIQUE ABILITIES SHOW
A show written and performed by neurodivergent youth to showcase communication, language, and self expression.
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
11:45 AM IMPROV WORKSHOP
Explore the skills, games, and fun of improvisational acting! This class is great for anyone who loves theatre games, is a class clown, or is looking to build their skills of problem solving and thinking on their feet. All participants will begin by learning the foundational ""yes and"" skill in improv that creates an inclusive and creative environment for all.
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
12:10 PM KIDS FRINGE FEATURED SHOW: Magician Keith Brown
A teaser performance by the star of Fringe's 110% Wizard!
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
12:20 PM RESCUE ROMEO! A TAMING OF THE SCREENS ADVENTURE BY OUT THINK MEDIA
Using parts of Romeo & Juliet, kids work together through different challenges to find clues and Rescue (or capture!) Romeo. This show allows young people to exercise their digital literacy skills though fun and engaging exercises.
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
12:55 PM WANDERING ARTIST: BOUBA AND KIKI!
Two clowns with contrasting personalities! What shenigans will they bring?
INDOOR/OUTDOOR (WANDERING) | ALL AGES
12:55 PM WANDERING ARTIST: PIXIE AND POX
Back by popular demand from Winter Mini Fest - A puppet and pal duo that will brighten your day!
INDOOR/OUTDOOR (WANDERING) | ALL AGES
1:30 PM CHILDREN'S LIGHTSABER TRAINING WITH TAKODANA TEMPLE (PERFORMANCE + WORKSHOP)
Learn the ways of the Jedi and use those skills as a force for good!
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
1:55 PM JOIN THE FRINGEZILLA PARADE
Join the Kids Fringe team to celebrate another great day with a parade and final dance party with Fringezilla!
FRONT PORCH (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
SUNDAY, MAY 17TH
10:00 AM MILESTONES THROUGH MUSIC | PRESCHOOL MUSIC CLASS
Come make and move to the music! Based on an award winning Preschool Music class, this fun and educational event will be enjoyed by child and caregiver alike!
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | AGES 0-5
10:10 AM TAP INTO THEATRE (PERFORMANCE + WORKSHOP)
Join Tap into Theater Academy for a dynamic performance showcase and an engaging, all level tap and jazz workshop.
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FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR)| ALL AGES
10:35 AM KAT'S MEOW PRODUCTIONS | SILLY STORIES: THE GOLDEN GOOSE
A retelling of the fairytale "The Golden Goose." The show will involve costumes, props, and audience participation.
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
10:50 AM STORY TIME WITH THE CLAUS'
Mr. and Mrs. Claus have come to Orlando for vacation and plan to stop by Orlando Fringe to share some stories with you!
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
11:10 AM OCLS STORYTELLER
Enjoy story time with one of our awesome friends from the Orange County Public Library!
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
11:30 AM MUSICAL TRADITIONS | RUSSIAN FOLK SONGS AND DANCES
Musical Traditions returns to share Russian culture through music!
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
11:45 AM THE PLAY BASED LEARNING IMAGINATION STATION: LET'S PLAY PRETEND! (WORKSHOP)
An interactive workshop where kids make suggestions and work together to build a story, explore characters, discover problem solving, and more! Bring your imagination, and come ready to play!
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
12:10 PM CELESTE THE STAR EXPLORER: THE PURSUIT OF PERSERVERANCE
Join Star Explorer Celeste as she invites young people on a journey to explore the power of perserverance in this interactive children's show!
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
12:20 PM RESCUE ROMEO! A TAMING OF THE SCREENS ADVENTURE BY OUT THINK MEDIA
Using parts of Romeo & Juliet, kids work together through different challenges to find clues and Rescue (or capture!) Romeo. This show allows young people to exercise their digital literacy skills though fun and engaging exercises.
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
12:50 PM JANE AUSTEN SOCIETY OF NORTH AMERICA (JASNA) | REGENCY ETIQUETTE WORKSHOP
An interactive workshop on etiquette and social graces from the Regency period including instruction in the use and language of fans, proper greetings, and dress of the period.
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
12:55 PM WANDERING ARTIST: BOUBA AND KIKI!
Two clowns with contrasting personalities visit Kids Fringe! What silly shenanigans will they bring? Only one way to find out!
INDOOR/OUTDOOR (WANDERING) | ALL AGES
1:30 PM TONIGHT! A CLOWN WHO WANTED TO BE LOVED?
Join Fringe artist Andrea Barello for a family friendly clown show with a lot of audience participation!
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
1:55 PM JOIN THE FRINGEZILLA PARADE
Join the Kids Fringe team to celebrate another great day with a parade and final dance party with Fringezilla!
FRONT PORCH (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
Saturday, May 23RD
10:00 AM ORLANDO FAMILY STAGE | STORY DRAMA
Enjoy a fun, structured drama time with an incredible Teaching Artist from Orlando Family Stage!
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | AGES 0-3
10:10 AM TAP INTO THEATRE (PERFORMANCE + WORKSHOP)
Join Tap into Theater Academy for a dynamic performance showcase and an engaging, all level tap and jazz workshop.
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
10:35 AM DREAMWALKER DRUM CHANT
A wildly interactive rhythm experience where kids become the performers! Gather around our six-foot drum named "Woolly" to sing, chant, and play powerful Dreamwalker songs together. Through high energy call and response, healing rhythms, and joyful movement, the audience transforms into one united drum circle.
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
10:50 AM DEON THE MINDFUL MERMAID: AUTHOR VISIT AND READ A LOUD
Dive into this interactive read aloud with local author Yolonda Deon Tyler as she invites children to explore mindfulness through their five senses using playful storytelling, music, and movement. Following the story is a Mindful Play Learning Play Circle featuring gentle breathwork, rhythmic movement, and sensory exploration, creating a joyful experience that blends literacy, creativity, and whole-child wellness.
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
11:10 AM MR. HARLEY | KIDS MUSIC FOR CHILDREN OF ALL AGES!
You don't want to miss seeing Mr. Harley performing LIVE! This children's entertainer has an uncanny ability to connect with his audience - and their parents and grandparents. Bring the entire family!
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
11:30 AM PLAYBACK UCF
This improvisational theatre troupe re-tells audience-shared stories through music, movement, and metaphor!
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
11:45 AM MOVE AND GROOVE (WORKSHOP)
Come learn a short musical theatre style dance piece - all levels of ability are welcome!
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
12:10 PM JEANETTE M GOULD TRAVELING THEATRE | PEN PALS
Pen Pals features two characters named Squiggle and Square who are best friends and total opposites. When they move apart, they must find creative ways to stay connected with each other using snail mail. The show involves music, puppetry, clown-like physicality, and optional interactive moments. This production was developed as part of the Jeanette M Gould Traveling Theater, which brings theatre programs to children's hospitals.
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
12:20 PM STARDUST KINGDOM
Calling every adventurer of the Kingdom of Kids Fringe: Darcy and Destiny need you for their newest quest! Join in on this immersive adventure to dance, laugh, and explore!
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
12:50 PM HOWARD MIDDLE SCHOOL | DISCO SNAILS!
Entirely created and performed by Middle Schoolers, this is a funky Juke Box Musical that tells the story of a bunch of snails and other garden creatures who long for the disco. But when Mr. Evil Guy says the disco doesn't have a place for snails, they rally the rest of the garden and teach Mr. Evil Guy that disco is for everyone!
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
12:55 PM STORY STROLL
Meet a new puppet friend and experience some close up magic!
INDOOR/OUTDOOR (WANDERING) | ALL AGES
12:55 PM WANDERING ARTIST: BOUBA AND KIKI!
Two clowns with contrasting personalities visit Kids Fringe! What silly shenanigans will they bring? Only one way to find out!
INDOOR/OUTDOOR (WANDERING) | ALL AGES
1:30 PM MAGICALLY EVER AFTER
A magical visit with James the Unbelievable and ChaChing the Amazing Bunny. Includes the opportunity to pet and take photos with a live bunny.
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
1:55 PM JOIN THE FRINGEZILLA PARADE
Join the Kids Fringe team to celebrate another great day with a parade and final dance party with Fringezilla!
FRONT PORCH (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
SUNDAY, MAY 24TH
10:00 AM TRAP BABY & ME | IT’S A PARTY
Get ready for a fun, high-energy performance where music meets learning! Join Dr. Celina for an interactive show featuring the beats and rhythms used in Trap Baby & Me classes to support early childhood development. Sing, dance, and play along as we turn learning into a party!
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
10:10 AM ORLANDO FAMILY STAGE | BABY & ME (BRING A BLANKET!)
Baby & Me is a dramatic playtime experience for babies and their parents or caregivers. Music, movement, storytelling, and sensory play foster early developmental milestones.
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | AGES 0-2
10:35 AM KAT'S MEOW PRODUCTIONS | SILLY STORIES: THE GOLDEN GOOSE
A retelling of the fairytale "The Golden Goose." The show will involve costumes, props, and audience participation.
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
10:50 AM [TITLE GOES HERE]: BEA’S MAGICAL MAD-LIB MADNESS
Meet a new puppet friend and experience some close up magic!
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
11:10 AM ORLANDO FAMILY STAGE | STORY STROLL
Story Stroll is a delightful, imaginative journey designed for toddlers (ages 2-3) and their parents or caregivers. This experience will stroll around the beautiful Orlando Garden Club outdoor space!
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | AGES 2-3
11:30 AM THE BOMBSHELLS COSPLAY | BE A HERO FOR YOUR COMMUNITY
Your favorite superheroes explore what activism and community support look like for children and how they can make steps to be a hero themselves!
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
11:45 AM MOVE & GROOVE (WORKSHOP)
Come learn a short musical theatre style dance piece - all levels of ability are welcome!
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
12:10 PM IMPROV FOR REAL LIFE (WORKSHOP)
Includes team building activities to empower individuals while they learn skills for both daily life and theatre!
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
12:20 PM STARDUST KINGDOM
Calling every adventurer of the Kingdom of Kids Fringe: Darcy and Destiny need you for their newest quest! Join in on this immersive adventure to dance, laugh, and explore!
TREE STAGE (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
12:50 PM TIMBER SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL: STORYBOOK PLAYS
Come support these incredible Middle Schoolers as they bring their version of your favorite storybooks to the stage!
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
12:55 PM WANDERING ARTIST: BEA’S MAGICAL MADNESS
Meet a new puppet friend, and experience some close up magic!
INDOOR/OUTDOOR (WANDERING) | ALL AGES
1:30 PM PLAY BASED LEARNING | IMPROV: THE POWER OF YES, AND! (WORKSHOP)
Explore the skills, games, and fun of improvisational acting! This class is great for anyone who loves theatre games, is a class clown, or is looking to build their skills of problem solving and thinking on their feet. All participants will begin by learning the foundational "yes and" skill in improv that creates an inclusive and creative environment for all.
FRINGEZILLA MAINSTAGE (INDOOR) | ALL AGES
1:55 PM JOIN THE FRINGEZILLA PARADE
Join the Kids Fringe team to celebrate another great day with a parade and final dance party with Fringezilla!
FRONT PORCH (OUTDOOR) | ALL AGES
Mark your calendar to grab your pocketbook and swing by the Kids Fringe Market on the Lawn on Sundays from 12-2pm, featuring over 50 kid vendors selling their handmade products!
Kids Fringe brings live performances, fun workshops, and immersive activities for both the young and the young-at-heart!
Join Fringezilla and the Kids Fringe Team for a weekend of fun and entertainment at the Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival—and it's all FREE!
And keep an eye out—Kids Fringe pops up across Central Florida for even more exciting adventures beyond the festival!
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