How to Book & Box Office FAQs

Book Your Tickets

From big nights out to brilliant discoveries, Dublin Fringe Festival is your chance to see the city differently. Gather your pals, head out solo, follow your curiosity, and book now. 
Need help?
Email: boxoffice@fringefest.com
Call: 1800 374 643

THE SMALL PRINT 

All tickets must be booked online in advance.  
Please arrive 15 minutes early for your booking.  
A €2 transaction fee applies to all tickets and is included in the price. 
No refunds or exchanges unless the event is cancelled. 

TICKETS 

Can I only buy tickets online? 
Yes, tickets for Dublin Fringe Festival must be bought in advance and online. 
In most cases, you can buy a ticket online right up until showtime, depending on availability. 
If you have any issues or need support, our Box Office team can help by phone or email. 


Can I buy tickets from partner venues? 
Some partner venues may also have tickets available for Dublin Fringe Festival shows presented in their spaces. 
If tickets are sold out on the Dublin Fringe Festival website, it may be worth checking directly with the venue box office too. 
For some venues, tickets may also be available on the door, depending on availability. 


I haven’t received my confirmation email or ticket. What should I do? 
If you have purchased a ticket through the Dublin Fringe Festival website, you will receive an order confirmation email from: 
messages-noreply@ticketsolve.com 
If you can’t find it, please check your spam or junk folder. 
You will also receive an event reminder email before the performance. This will include your ticket as a PDF attachment, along with any key information for the event. 
If you still can’t find your ticket, contact Box Office and we’ll help. 


Do I need to print my ticket? 
No. You can show your ticket on your phone or device and have it scanned at the venue. 


Can I buy tickets as a gift? 
Yes. When booking, please use the correct contact details for the person attending so they can receive their ticket and any important event information.  
You can also buy vouchers for Dublin Fringe Festival here – buy the gift of Fringe this Festival season. 
If you have any trouble buying tickets as a gift, contact Box Office and we’ll help. 
Are group booking discounts available? 
Yes. Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more. 
Contact Box Office before booking and we’ll help you with the group discount. 


Are concession tickets available? 
Yes. Concession tickets are available for students, senior citizens, disabled people and unwaged audience members where listed. 
Please check individual show pages for ticket prices. 


What is the refund policy? 
Unless an event is cancelled, all sales are final. 
If an event is cancelled, our Box Office team will contact ticket holders with information about next steps. 
 

Access, Affordability, and Inclusion Information

See our full Access, Affordability & Inclusion Guide here.

I have access requirements. What should I do? 

If you or someone in your group needs accessibility support, such as a wheelchair space or other assistance, please let our Box Office know when booking. 

The earlier we know what you need, the better we can support you. 

Email: boxoffice@fringefest.com 
Call: 1800 374 643 

Where can I find accessible performances? 

You can find access information by filtering shows for ACCESS in ‘What’s On’, on individual show pages and listed on the accessibility page here. This page features a full guide to accessible performances, affordability options, audience supports and inclusion initiatives across the Festival. 

Where can I find venue access information? 

Access information can vary by venue and performance space. 

Please check our Venues page for full venue information, including access details where available. 

Are there free events? 

Yes. Dublin Fringe Festival includes free events across the programme. 

Use the Free filter on the What’s On page to browse free events. 

Age guidance and content warnings 

How do I know if a show is suitable for children? 

Due to mature themes, strong language and nudity, the content of many Dublin Fringe Festival shows may not be suitable for all audiences. 

Please check individual show pages for recommended age guidance and content warnings. 

Do you have family-friendly events? 

Yes. Dublin Fringe Festival champions bold work for all ages, including a programme strand made for and with young people. Use the Family Friendly filter on the What’s On page to browse events. 

These shows are suitable for children, young audiences and curious first-time Fringe-goers. 

Where can I find content warnings? 

You can find content warnings on individual show pages. 

Please note that shows are still in development at the time of going on sale, and additional warnings may be added as show content is finalised. 

If you have questions about the content of a show or would like more detail, please contact Box Office. 

Venue Information

Where can I find venue information? 

Dublin Fringe Festival takes place across venues and spaces throughout the city. 

You can find full venue information, including links and access details, on our Venues page.

I lost something at a Festival venue. Who do I contact? 

Please contact Box Office. 

We’ll contact the venue on your behalf and get back to you with the relevant information. 

 

Digital or online events 

I have tickets to a digital event. How do I join? 

If an event takes place online or includes digital access, there may be specific instructions, links or technical requirements. 

Please make sure the email address and phone number on your booking are correct, as the artist or Festival team may need to contact you before the event. 

The technology requirements to watch the show from home will be outlined on each show page. 

Volunteer with Dublin Fringe Festival 

Want to get stuck in behind the scenes? 

Volunteer with Dublin Fringe Festival for a brilliant couple of weeks and a front-row seat to the Festival. 

Find out more about volunteering here.