Artists Area

Welcome to the Underground Performers' Area!

Applications are now open

After a spectacular 20th anniversary, Underground returns for our 21st Buxton Fringe. In 2026 we are running our two popular venues from last year - Underground at Spring Gardens and Underground at the Working Men's Club.

We are now taking applications for our 21st year on the Buxton Fringe (8-26 July). Applications for 2026 close on March 22nd. (We can accept applications after this date but will have less availability).

Performer Sign In


Sign up for 2026 here »

About Underground

Underground Venues is the most popular venue group on the Buxton Fringe. We will be hosting our 21st season at the 2026 Fringe (8th-26th July).

How to apply to Underground Venues...

  1. Read Up - first read up about who we are, what we do and how it works, in our "Need To Know" section.
  2. Sign up - sign up as a performer to our website, and fill in some information about your company...
  3. Make your application - once you have signed up, log in and fill in an application form for each show you wish to submit

The deadline for applications is March 22nd

What happens next...

  1. Compile information on your show - get together anything that you think we'll find useful / interesting: photographs, videos, reviews, designs, publicity materials, then send it to us at info@underthefringe.com
  2. Keep your contact info up to date - we'll look at your application, then contact you to discuss it, and request any further info we need.
  3. Cross your fingers. Most offers will be made towards the end of March, with exact dates confirmed by late April.