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The Edinburgh Festival Fringe

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EXPERIENCE

Plan your visit

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe returns from 06 – 30 August 2027. Discover the essential information you'll need to plan a trip to the Fringe, from the official programme to how to get around the city and more. 

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EXPERIENCE

Discover the Fringe

For three weeks in August, the city of Edinburgh welcomes an explosion of creative energy from around the globe. Artists and performers take to hundreds of stages all over the city, presenting shows for every taste – from big names in the world of entertainment to unknown artists looking to build their careers.

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TAKE PART

Take part in the Fringe

Anyone can take part in the Fringe. We work to make the Fringe an open, accessible and welcoming festival to all. That’s why we offer a wide range of resources, practical advice and step-by-step how-to guides designed to support you be part of the greatest platform for creative freedom in the world.

Support our work

The Fringe Society, a registered charity, depends on support from people like you. Your generosity allows us to continue our work: supporting artists, assisting audiences, and celebrating the Fringe and what it stands for all over the world. Every donation makes a difference.
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