Launched in 2015, Butterworth Fringe Festival is an annual arts and culture festival held in Butterworth, Penang, celebrating creativity within the town’s evolving urban landscape. The festival presents a diverse programme encompassing visual arts, performances, music, workshops, and community-driven activities. Set against public spaces, heritage buildings, and everyday neighbourhoods, Butterworth Fringe Festival has grown into a platform that brings together local and international artists while engaging the community in meaningful and accessible arts experiences.