The official website of Edinburgh Festival Fringe, one of the world's greatest celebrations of arts and culture and a platform for freedom of expression.

Discover the background of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, including this year's dates and how you can support one of the greatest cultural events on the planet.

Discover the essential information you'll need to plan a trip to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, including programme, travel and ticketing details.

Our Fringe Friends and Patrons are vital to the ongoing success of the Fringe, and their generous support and donations help us ensure everyone, regardless of their background or …

The Fringe is a three-week festival of performing arts that takes place in Edinburgh every August. Its story dates back to 1947, when eight theatre groups turned up uninvited to perform at the …

There are three main ways you can get yourself a Fringe programme: The Fringe programme will be available to pick up in person at the Fringe Shop; and from various distribution points …

Jun 3, 2025 · We are delighted today to launch the 2025 Edinburgh Festival Fringe programme. The programme celebrates the diverse selection of work at the Fringe, with performers from …

A compilation of the festival's freakiest comedians in a big party atmosphere, ain't no party like it. Late-night stand-up comedy, dark humour, diverse line-ups. Produced by award-winning comics.

Plan your trip to visit the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, including accommodation tips, travel info and help navigating the city.

Dec 16, 2025 · Following consultation with partners in the Fringe community, we’re ready to confirm some of the key dates in the lead up to next year’s festival.