Take Cover at Kirkland’s Umbrella Fringe Festival

The city of Kirkland recently announced that its Umbrella Fringe Festival will return in September with its trademark mix of music, theater, visual art, and comedy to venues throughout downtown Kirkland and The Village at Totem Lake.

Hosted by Kirkland Arts Center, the event will run from Sept. 25-27. It’s funded, in part, by a grant from the city’s Tourism Development Committee.

“Fringe is a unique experience that showcases local talent, creates spaces for our community to connect with art and each other, and attracts visitors to our city,” said Deputy Mayor Neal Black in a press release. “We’re thrilled to support Kirkland Arts Center’s efforts and to celebrate art in its many forms.”

Since its launch in 2025, the Umbrella Fringe has received funding from the city’s Explore Kirkland Tourism Program. The program is funded by the lodging tax collected by Kirkland hotels, motels, and short-term rentals. The program has previously awarded funding to numerous Kirkland events, including the Junior League Softball World Series, Kirkland Uncorked, Pride Across the Bridge, and Kirkland Summer Concerts.

Head here for festival schedules, maps, and tickets.