Fringe Arts Wolves is a new festival which aims to celebrate the artists and performers of Wolverhampton through a weekend-long programme of diverse events.
The Fringe is being run in partnership between Asylum Artist Quarter, Gatis, Wolverhampton Council and Wolverhampton BID and follows on from a lantern parade run by Asylum Art in the centre city in 2024 for the Roundabout Sculptures near Chapel Ash.
Running between November 28 and 30, the event will take place at a number of venue around the city centre, including St Peter’s Church, The Grand Palace, Eagleworks, the Christmas Market, The Dive Bar and the Qattery.
A spokeswoman for Asylum Arts said: “From November 28 to November 30, get ready for a celebration of the rich tapestry of cultural heritage in Wolverhampton, focusing on visual arts and intangible folk art, including parades, dance, song and storytelling.
“Expect a fringe programme of art exhibitions, workshops, performances in local pubs and bars, a sound trail, the christmas market, a multicultural folk inspired lantern parade and lights along the parade route.
“Fringe arts celebrate all freedoms of expression and Fringe art movements are known for raising the profile of art forms and performances that exist on the periphery of mainstream arts and culture, often associated with unconventional and experimental work and community led movements.
“It is a partnership between Asylum Artist Quarter, Gatis, Wolverhampton City Council and Wolverhampton BID to develop and deliver a distinct Fringe Arts that celebrates local visual artists, supports local businesses and acknowledges the resources and opportunities we have in our city centre for creative growth.
“It also aligns with the Council’s seasonal activity and, through celebrating the rich tapestry of cultural heritage in Wolverhampton, we are looking for artists, performers and organisers who want to be a part of our Fringe Arts Wolves Programme.”
To find out more about the Fringe and to see the programme, go to the Fringe website.
