What is the Edinburgh Festival Fringe?
When and where is the Fringe Festival held?
The Fringe happens every August in Scotland's hilly and historic capital city of Edinburgh. The festival usually runs for three weeks, and the whole city turns into a giant stage - from theatres and schools to parks, streets and even people's living rooms!In 2025, the Fringe will take place from 1 to 25 August.Whether it's raining or sunny - and let's be fair in Edinburgh, it can be both - hundreds of thousands of people come out to enjoy lots of different shows.
What kind of performances are at the Fringe?
At the Fringe, you can see comedy, music, theatre, circus acts, magic and even puppets!From famous actors and comedians to students, street performers, and even kids. There are special family-friendly shows and kid-led performances.The Fringe is so big that it can feel like a magical maze of performances - just walking down the street, you might bump into a pirate doing magic or someone in an animal costume handing you a flyer.
How big is the Edinburgh Fringe?
During August, Edinburgh's population nearly doubles to around one million people. It's not just tourists from around the world coming to watch the over three thousand shows available to see during the festival, there's performers from 63 different countries also taking part.And away from the street acts and comedy, there's also the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, which is part of the wider Edinburgh festivals. It's held at the castle and this year is celebrating its 75th anniversary.It includes marching bands, bagpipes, drummers, and fireworks. So, if you're visiting Edinburgh this August get ready for the buzz of creativity, colour, and fun.
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