Over 50 New Shows Announced For Ventnor Fringe 2026

More than 50 new shows have been added to the line-up for this year’s Ventnor Fringe, with organisers promising this is just the start of what’s set to be the biggest edition yet.

Taking over the Island’s southernmost town from 17th to 26th July, the festival has become a must-see event, known for its pop-up venues and hundreds of performances across theatre, comedy, cabaret, circus, music, and children’s shows.

Heading to Ventnor for special previews ahead of their Edinburgh runs are Frisky’s Remix Roulette, the Matriarch of Twisted Pop Cabaret, the hilarious and anarchic The Mr Thing Show, and comedians including Felicity Ward, Sam Nicoresti, Tom Ballard, Lara Ricote, Tom Ward, Lil Wenker, Li Jin Hao, Lou Wall, and Thor Stenhaug.

Impressionist Jess Robinson will bring her unique take on Elton John’s greatest hits, while Fishing 4 Chips return with Burning Down the Horse, swapping Pompeii for Troy after their hit It’s Gunna Blow.

Award-winning duo A&E Comedy make their Ventnor Fringe debut with Do All The Things, promising a joyous middle finger to despair and disconnection.

Festival favourites Impromptu Shakespeare will continue inventing new plays by the Bard every night, while Frankie Monroe returns to host Pick n Mix, a showcase of the Fringe’s more alternative humour.

More than 60 shows are already on sale. Tickets and information are available at Ventnor Exchange or online at vfringe.co.uk.

The full programme will be announced at the end of April.