The festival will return from the 1st to the 31st July.
It has been announced that the Watford Fringe Festival will mark its 10th anniversary with a brand new programme this July with a month long programme of events.
This year’s festival will bring together a mix of theatre, music, comedy,
dance, family entertainment and more.
The programme for 2026 will feature features more than 70 performances ranging from pre-Edinburgh previews and renowned stand-up comedians to premieres of new work, returning audience favourites, live music performances and emerging local artists. Highlights include comedy offerings such as Mitch Benn: Asking Elvis (11th & 15th July), which sees the acclaimed comedian and songwriter blend music and sharp satire. Jody Kamali: This Is My Dad (3rd July) offers a heartfelt and humorous exploration of family, identity and growing up between cultures, whileCrowd Work with President Obonjo (4th July) brings an audience-led comedy style that has made the self-proclaimed African dictator a firm Fringe favourite. Completing the comedy line-up is Alice Keys: Rocket Fan (4 th July), a quirky new show packed with stellar storytelling and eccentric humour.
Meanwhile, music fans can enjoy Southern Beauty featuring Alison Wheeler (23rd July), with the former The Beautiful South vocalist performing much-loved songs and soulful classics. Local musical theatre ensemble In Good Company present Heart & Music (3rd-4th July), featuring West End performer Ashleigh Fleming (Phantom of the Opera) in a celebration of musical theatre favourites and contemporary hits. Audiences can experience the passion and artistry of Flamenco from Spain (5th July), while the high-energy Wrestling World Cup (12th July) brings the action as international WWE wrestlers go head-to-head.
The performances will take place at a variety of venues in Watford.
To find out more visit: https://watfringe.co.uk/