From finding out how far you’d go for love, to musical comedy & murder mysteries!

By Dunedin Fringe Festival | Posted: Tuesday Feb 24, 2026

Here's a snapshot of some of the upcoming events - check out the full programme at www.dunedinfringe.nz

1. Dear Stalker from Ōtepoti | Dunedin - Desperate or determined? How far would you go to find love?

2. I’m not Crying… You’re Crying! From Ōtautahi | Christchurch - Ever wondered what happens when men become emotionally available? The good, the bad and the ugly!

3. Pub Tales from Norwich, UK - An evening of musical comedy. Chris shares sharp, witty songs that insightfully poke fun at British pub and drinking culture.

4. Hiding Behind The Mask: Jesters, Jokers and Clowns from New York, USA - A performance masterclass, examining the joys and sorrows, comedies and tragedies of life through the lens of the theatrical mask.

5. The Circus* of Lord Azure the Miraculous (CLAM) from Te Tai o Aorere | Tasman - The star act has been murdered, but the show must go on! Right? Join us for a real-time, comedic whodunnit.

6. The Death of Rugby from Ōtautahi | Christchurch - What happened to our national game? Does Rugby even matter anymore? Well, at least we can laugh about it.

7. LaFev | A Comedy from Ōtautahi | Christchurch - Dive into a hilarious evening of religion, guilt, health, bullying, and film references galore.

8. a gREATER rAW from Whanganui - Who is right & who is wrong? War is Peace in a patriotic song.

Dunedin Fringe Festival 2026