Chesham Fringe is a community-focused festival celebrating arts, culture and creativity in Chesham, Buckinghamshire. First held in May 2024, the festival has grown each year, bringing together local, national and international performers and audiences across venues throughout the town. Its 2026 programme features more than 130 acts at 14 venues, with the festival looking ahead to its next edition in 2027.

The programme spans music, comedy, theatre, cabaret, spoken word and children’s shows. Audiences can discover everything from rock, jazz and classical performances to stand-up, youth and professional theatre, interactive productions, poetry, storytelling, magic and family entertainment. The festival presents established artists alongside emerging talent and work-in-progress performances, offering a varied experience for different ages and interests.

Chesham Fringe provides event listings and ticket links, and invites people to support the festival through donations, sponsorship, volunteering and its Friends programme. Visitors can also join the mailing list for announcements, special offers and updates.