The Edinburgh International Festival

Every August, the Edinburgh International Festival engulfs the city with thousands of performances, featuring an array of remarkable theatrical shows, comic performances, and concerts taking place in venues ranging from intimate pubs and clubs to grand theatres and historic landmarks throughout the city. Comprising multiple festivals within a single city, experience a diverse array of events spanning theatre, comedy, music, dance and literature. 

Attracting hundreds of thousands of travellers and artists from across the globe, this year’s programme of events offers a diverse selection of theatrical performances, comedy, dance, music, spoken word, and even circus acts. Best of all, you can experience the excitement and theatrics just a stone’s throw away from our doorstep at The Resident Edinburgh. 

As part of the wider international festival, The Edinburgh Fringe sets itself apart by welcoming all who wish to participate, regardless of their experience or industry connections. This inclusive policy affords emerging artists a unique opportunity to present their work alongside seasoned performers like Jimmy Carr and Sara Pascoe. The result is a diverse and lively programme that speaks to a broad range of audiences from various backgrounds.

From spirited student plays to rising comedy stars, discover the next big artistic talent in Edinburgh this August. In recent years bright talents discovered during The Fringe have included ‘Baby Reindeer’ star Richard Gadd, as well as Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, the creative minds behind West End hit Six the Musical, which debuted at the festival in 2017, making this your perfect opportunity to discover the next big thing in comedy, theatre or music.