31st JUL to 24th AUG 17:20
Don’t believe everything you saw on TOWIE. “Glowing” up in all the glitz and (and gloom) of Essex, Wes and Sorabh never quite fit in until they realised the best way to blend in is to stand out! Watch these award winning comics fill you with joy and even get a FREE CBD drink, from our good friends at Little Ricks,  so you can relax, rejuvenate and let the good vibes elevate!

31st JUL to 24th AUG 21:55
Top comedians act out YOUR most embarrassing confessions live on stage and the biggest oops wins a prize! Hosted by Australian comedian Kurt Sterling – Top 10 Jokes of the Week, Edinburgh Fringe 2024 (Scotsman). 'One to Watch' (One4Review.co.uk) – and featuring Tara McCullough and Adam Hallett, this interactive comedy extravaganza takes your anonymous confessions and turns them into comedy gold. Here's how it works: audience members share their 'biggest oops' anonymously – whether it's a dating disaster, a workplace whoopsie, or a travel blunder and our top-notch comedians will have to act them out on stage.

31st JUL to 24th AUG 14:40
Scrooge is not just for Christmas. Gerry tells you his favourite Charles Dickens story – in August. A Merry Fringe for all, with singing and dancing. Come and be scared by ghosts! Enjoy the Fezziwigs' Christmas party! Gerry first read the book when he was 10, so this show has been 62 years coming, and it's worth it. Yes, Gerry is 72 and still going. He didn't finish it in time for Christmas last year, but he's here now with a brilliant 2025 Christmas show, four months early. Come and see!

31st JUL to 24th AUG 17:05
Adele uses her gag-heavy style and penchant for silliness to tackle the topic of lying and why we do it (or does she?) 'Guaranteed laughs' ***** (The Student). 'A consummate jokesmith' (Comedy.co.uk). 'A sophisticated and intelligent comic with oodles of talent' (FringeReview.co.uk). 'Absolutely charming' (Scotsman). 'Knows how to keep an audience enthralled' (SquirrelComedy.co.uk). Dave's Funniest Jokes of the Edinburgh Fringe 2019, 2018, 2017 and 2016. UK Pun Champion 2020. Leicester Comedy award nominee – Best New Show 2023.

31st JUL to 24th AUG 15:15
Alfie Dundas doesn't have a title. He's livid and you should be too. But I am the eldest boy!! 'Solid' (Chortle.co.uk).

13th AUG to 24th AUG 13:55
A stand-up comedy show about a series of bad decisions! After a big break-up and an underwhelming near-death experience, Andrew Coleman made a whole bunch of mistakes. This year, instead of learning from them, he's sharing them with you. This award-winning comedian brings his second show to the Edinburgh Fringe with mad one-liners, high-energy stories and some very personal confessions. Winner of the INGTE 2022 competition and Max Turner 2022 finalist.

31st JUL to 24th AUG 19:30
Blast off into absurdity with Bald 2-in-1, the split-bill stand-up show from the follically challenged Jim Hooker and Mark Moloney! Mark's surreal deadpan takes you on a journey through a mind unburdened by normal behaviour. Jim's cockney storytelling dives into the bizarre depths of Essex life. Love variety? We've got you covered, like a toupee! Expect big laughs, bold baldness and absolutely no shampoo sponsorships. Book now before they start charging by the hair follicle!

7th AUG to 11th AUG 23:15
This year's Sketch Off finalists and one of Chortle's most anticipated acts of 2025, BeHeMoth emerge from their gooey chrysalis with Enter the Cupboard – a debut hour of high-energy, surreal sketch comedy. Blending sharp material with joyful spontaneity, the audience is front and centre to the chaos. Expect clowning, multimedia mayhem, musicals, monkeys and moth-holed cardigans. And no matter how weird or gross things may get, at its core lies a warm, woolly, heartfelt tale about found families... and also the transport system.

8th AUG to 16th AUG 12:50
One of the best improvisers on the stand-up circuit tries to make sense of the chaos of the world. Join Ben as he squeezes the comedy juice out of everything under the sun, from hunter-gatherers to AI, XL bullies to boardgames and beyond. It'll be a bit like watching Wikipedia having a nervous breakdown. For fans of Ross Noble, Jason Byrne and heroic nonsense. 'An accomplished comic' (Time Out). 'Perfect... the audience were hysterical' (Huffington Post). 'Displays a crackling, spontaneous energy in which we're swept up' (Fest).

31st JUL to 11th AUG 22:10
Follow a desperate and naïve aspiring TV personality as he tries to break into showbiz. With no experience or prospects, he'll take any gig—which has landed him at your office Christmas party. Featuring surprise guests: Banksy and Jacques De Klerk, CEO of influencer agency VibesTalent, Bobby will assert himself as a force in the world of entertainment—no matter the cost. How far will Bobby go to make it? What’s in store for the company? And who is Banksy?

6th AUG to 11th AUG 12:00
A comedy variety show in search of a roommate! Celia and Mavis (Diana Aydin and Mikayla Sherfy) are two zany old NYC broads, who secretly live in an Edinburgh attic and maybe killed their husband. Now they're on the search for a third roommate. Watch as they interview comedians and audience members for the coveted spot, with comedy bits, roommate drama and old lady shenanigans thrown in between. Who will be crowned Celia and Mavis's third roommate? You cast the deciding vote in this hilariously interactive sketch, improv and character show!

31st JUL to 8th AUG 15:45
Hose Water is a lyrical comedy about a girl on the verge of adolescence. Alyson is determined to keep her family's attention despite mounting distractions. Just when the stakes feel impossibly high, puberty arrives in the most inconvenient way possible. Threaded through this chaotic childhood memory is the voice of her adult self still longing to be seen. This heartfelt one-woman show mixes stand-up, music and puppetry to tell the story of the ultimate heartbreak: growing up. It is a love letter to the awkward, lonely, hopeful child inside all of us.

31st JUL to 24th AUG 18:25
Get ready for a night of non-stop laughter with a comedy show that blends stand-up and improv for an unforgettable experience! Talented comedians take the stage solo, delivering sharp, side-splitting sets, before joining forces for fast-paced, off-the-cuff improv madness. Expect witty observations, hilarious characters and spontaneous chaos as the performers bounce off each other and the audience! No two shows are ever the same, so buckle up for a wildly unpredictable night where anything can happen. Whether you're a stand-up fan, an improv lover or just need a good laugh, this is the comedy event for you!

14th AUG to 24th AUG 11:30
This is a show about ADHD, frenemies and sassy old ladies!

Rattle is a funny, uplifting hour of comedy about the toxicity of people pleasing and choosing self acceptance over improvement.

Daisy is an exciting new comedy voice who performs regularly at the most prestigious comedy clubs in the UK, and internationally. She has appeared on TV on BBC Comedy Underground and on BBC Radio 4 and is a former tour support for Tom Stade, Jason Manford & John Bishop. She is the only female winner (to date)of the distinguished Scottish Comedian of The Year Award and is a former winner of the Chortle Best Newcomer Award & Scottish Variety Award.

“An incredibly likable Comedian with an obvious talent” - The Wee Review

“Strikingly honest and hilarious” - Huffington Post.

3rd & 4th AUG 13.20
Enjoy a cocktail of comedy monologues, poetry and sketches, all shaken into a one-woman show. Amongst a myriad of characters, Daisy introduces a seven-year-old Cowboy Pirate, awkward teens, the performer of Shakespeare's missing Ode and Cassie the reporter from beyond the grave. From nostalgia to embarrassment and from grief to the ridiculous, this show presents the recognisable chaos in being a woman. Daisy regularly performs improv with The Oxford Imps, her comedy writing has aired on BBC radio stations and she recently debuted this show at Brighton Fringe.

31st JUL to 24th AUG 11:45
Live from New York, it's Space Weather Girl! What if an alien encounter was more human condition and less lasers? Add some old-time Hollywood charm, a historical "mating program" and quirky TV host, Space Weather Girl – you've got yourself a weather show! As a studio audience, you'll witness a mysterious broadcast sparking an interplanetary moment. You'll gasp at a spectacular alien dance performance and you'll do all this in a fraction of a second (60 minutes). It's a science thing. Come for the space facts, the comedy, the live piano we could afford and find yourself unexpectedly heartwarmed.

31st JUL to 11th AUG 13:55
Have you ever thought of ditching the UK? Ryan Beverage did just that in 2019, relocating to snowy Canada. London burnout, strained relationships and Brexit angst all played their part – or was it just a renewed desire to colonise? Ryan tells the story with absurdist stand-up, combined with Flight of the Conchords-style songs with a guitar. 'Truthfully, I could never tell which bits were planned in advance unless the context made it apparent, and I think that says a lot about how good his delivery is' (BeyondJames.com).

31st JUL to 24th AUG 11:15
Familiar Strangers is a tender, true storytelling show about death, kindness and the quiet ways we care for each other. In an intimate space, one woman shares real stories alongside a projected slideshow – funny, moving and full of heart. These are the people we pass without knowing, who shape us in unexpected ways. From fleeting encounters to final goodbyes, Familiar Strangers invites you to listen closely, laugh gently and maybe cry a little. It's about connection, compassion and seeing the familiar in those we've never really met. Come sit. Come feel. You might leave feeling less alone.

31st JUL to 24th AUG 19:15
Dance. Dance. Dance. Dance. Carry on dancing. Don't stop dancing. Sing. Dance. Do stand-up. Dance. Carry on dancing. Never stop dancing. 'Stupidly funny' (Chortle.co.uk). 'Seriously funny' **** (Scotsman). **** (theskinny.co.uk). **** (BroadwayBaby.com).

31st JUL to 24th AUG 21:05
Cory and Kevin bring their hit NYC variety show to Edinburgh – a curated line-up of the best Fringe comedians every night. Doyle is a four-time Fringe comedian (After Endgame, The 30 Year Old Virgin, Diary of a Bald Kid). Cavin worked for Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Nikki Glaser, and many others. Their NYC show featured Jim Gaffigan, Ilana Glaser, Mike Birbiglia, Michelle Wolf, and more. Their Fringe show will have the best comedy, prizes, and be a raucous comedy party every night. Featuring Hannah Elsy. Great times guaranteed!

19th to 24th AUG 15:45
Hold onto your Halos! Join Harmony Heaven and Epiffany Flutters for a dazzling journey through song, sparkle, and soul. This fabulous show blends singalongs, original songs, musical theatre, opera, and heartfelt storytelling— with the ‘true’ story of two Drag Queen as they belt, banter, and bares their soul in a glitter-drenched journey for your entertainment.

31st JUL to 24th AUG 12:35
The debut comedy show from a scientist reconciling her personal life with her professional one. Alex spent her adolescence studying a rare form of brain cancer; years later her mum was diagnosed with the same form of rare cancer. Reflecting on a life dedicated to science, Alex uses humour to process her mum's death, whilst hoping for moral absolution for all the mouse casualties along the way. A deeply personal, funny and at times absurd look at grief and the human side of science. Nominee: BBC New Comedy Awards 2024.

31st JUL to 24th AUG 20:00
Relatable and engaging stand-up comedy from one of Wales' finest up-and-coming comic talents. With a motivation to find friends and bring strangers together Jake, embarks on a comedy odyssey to provide you sweet relief from your everyday problems. A man of the people with infectious energy, put on the earth to bring out the joy in the little things. With topics ranging from self improvement to coffee mugs and toxic masculinity to 90s pop stars it really runs the gamut in terms of relatability.

31st JUL to 24th AUG 16:50
Set sail for a night of nonstop laughter as top-tier comedians bring the best of cruise ship comedy to shore! This high-energy show delivers the kind of humour you'd expect on a luxury liner – sharp, witty and absolutely hilarious. Whether you're a seasoned cruiser or just love a great comedy night, this is your chance to experience world-class stand-up without leaving land. Sit back and enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with big laughs and feel-good vibes. Don't miss out on the comedy event that will have you rolling with laughter – without the risk of seasickness!

31st JUL to 24th AUG 14:25
Step into a world of astonishing magic, breathtaking circus stunts, electrifying music and dazzling cabaret! This high-energy spectacle features world-class magicians, gravity-defying acrobats and jaw-dropping specialty acts that will leave you speechless. Witness mind-bending illusions, edge-of-your-seat performances and show-stopping moments in a night of pure wonder. Perfect for thrill-seekers, magic lovers and those craving an unforgettable experience. This is not just a show – it's a must-see event. Don't miss your chance to experience the impossible live on stage. Book now and prepare to be amazed – because magic is real and it's waiting for you!

31st JUL to 24th AUG 19:45
Discover the best of the Fringe in one spectacular show! Featuring an unmissable lineup of top comedy, dazzling cabaret, electrifying music and mind-blowing performances. This is your chance to see the biggest hits of the Fringe all in one night. Expect jaw-dropping talent, show-stopping moments and the stars of tomorrow before they hit the big time. Whether you love to laugh, be amazed or simply soak in incredible entertainment, this is the must-see event of the Fringe. Don't miss out – book now and experience the very best of the Fringe, all in one place!

15th AUG to 24th AUG 23:15
Knickers Cabaret is your one-stop shop for fresh, funny and flirty comedy! After a sell-out run at Brighton Fringe in 2024, we're bringing the chaos to Edinburgh! With a killer line-up of stand-ups, drag acts, musical comedians, clowns and more, we've got something for everyone. Join us for the cheekiest (yep, that absolutely cracking bum joke was intentional) night of comedy you'll ever experience.

31st JUL to 24th AUG 21.20
Kristin is pretty sure she is the one who killed her dad. And what better way to investigate than with a musical number? Kris Killed Pop is a darkly funny one-woman musical comedy about grief, guilt and the absurdity of loss. Through original songs, sharp storytelling and offbeat humour, Kristin unpacks the tangled emotions of responsibility and regret. An NYC-based actor and musician, she's worked on Ice Age, Marvelous Mrs Maisel, Yellowjackets and Sex and the City – and now, she's turning personal pain into comedy. Laugh, cry and call your dad.

1st to 24th AUG 15:30
Honest, relatable, and hilariously self-deprecating, Liam Tulley is grimly aware that life is no fairytale as he navigates the chaos of adulthood. Sharing candid stories of dating disasters, awkward medical procedures, and the struggle to hold it together when things don't go to plan. With dry wit, sharp observations, and material described by comedy promoters as 'inventive and laden with unexpected twists,' Liam challenges societal expectations that often leave us feeling inadequate and overwhelmed.

31st JUL to 24th AUG 16:35
Making a Show of Myself: deceptively amusing, unexpectedly stirring, ultimately uplifting. A virtuoso storyteller makes the case for storytelling as the ultimate radical act. You'll be led from laughter into darkness and back out into the light by the world's only Grand Slam Champion Storyteller at The Moth on two continents. 'An entertainer of the first rank' (NoMoreWorkhorse.com). 'It's a privilege for the audience that she is prepared so generously to make a show of herself' (NoMoreWorkhorse.com). 'This life-affirming show is a good antidote to a world that seems impossibly difficult and cruel' (Irish Independent).

18th AUG to 24th AUG 12:50
Online political comedy star Matt has moved house and the world is in chaos. But we can still laugh about it – right? Is selling a flat more annoying than Donald Trump? Will Starmer ever be cool? And what happens when an algorithm knows you better than you know yourself? From Oh God, What Now? and BBC Radio 4. As seen in loads of TV, including Doctor Who! You might also have seen the back of his head in A Very Royal Scandal, but only if you were really paying attention. **** (TheReviewsHub.com).

31st JUL to 5th AUG 12:50
Mushroomification: Legs, Legs, Legs is a new play that tells the story of a talking mushroom, desperate to break away from the constrictive, authoritarian mycelium and become an individual. Simultaneously, a scientist by the name of Karies is working night and day to develop a human hive-mind with the aim of putting all people on equal footing. When the pair have a chance meeting in the woods, they each feel that the other is the key to their salvation.

31st JUL to 11th AUG 20:35
An "inspirational porn" star, Gabrielle Leonore shares her life story in this irreverent one-woman comedy, filled with candid anecdotes about sex, drugs, and the aspects of life no one prepares you for – especially as an autistic woman. Written and performed by Leonore, the show builds on the success of her previous production, (Re)union, which won the Social Good Award at the 2019 Tampa International Fringe Festival and was also featured in the 2019 Tampa Bay Theater Festival.

13th AUG to 24th AUG 14:10
Ned Stacie has wisdom to share, whether it makes sense or not. In this absurdist character comedy, Kansas City's most polarising motivational speaker attempts to deliver his signature NED Talk™, but things never go as planned. What starts as an inspirational lecture quickly unravels into misadventures, questionable life lessons, surreal character appearances and a Neducational experience no one saw coming. You'll laugh, you'll learn and you'll definitely leave wondering what just happened. Come hungry for knowledge, leave starving.

31st JUL to 24th AUG 16:00
Narin Oz is not good at real life. Simple things neurotypical people are great at: being indirect, insensitive to stimuli, compulsively socialising and talking without purpose. So she has decided to fix the problem by avoiding reality altogether: hiding inside her imagination. Isn't this what everyone does in their 40s? Unluckily, her now only friend is an inflatable emoji named Dr Fecal Matter. A bit like Wilson ball from Cast Away but a budget version. Will she be able to face her inner child and find joy in reality? Or draw all over it in crayon.

31st JUL to 24th AUG 18:10
Nick Everritt (British Comedian of the Year 2023 runner-up) is a weird, alternative, deadpan stand-up comedian who pretends to be a serial killer for the entertainment of others. But is there more to him than meets the eye? (Spoiler: No). 'Those in search of the truly alternative, look no further' **** (One4Review.co.uk). 'A droll, witty and very self-conscious deconstruction of comedy' (Chortle.co.uk).

13th AUG to 24th AUG 12:00
A new performance of Samuel Taylor Coleridge's epic poem, delving into themes of spirituality and nature, life and death, and how to be a human. Show time approx. 40 minutes. All profits going to Pancreatic Cancer Action in Scotland.

13th AUG to 24th AUG 22:10
The (mostly) true story of the first gay pope in the Middle Ages. He threw orgies, lived for goss and played lots of video games. Presented through sketch, stand-up and a bit of music, find out why the bad boy of the Catholic church managed to become pope three times.

13th AUG to 24th AUG 20:35
Hannah Byczkowski digs into death in her hilarious and compelling style – exploring everything from craft projects for loved one's ashes, funeral faux pas and why she's not running from serial killers. Hannah won season 1 of BBC's The Traitors and the NTA 2023. She's also a co-host and creator of the hit podcast Ghost Huns with over 5 million listens and 1.3 million followers on TikTok. TV also includes The Stand-Up Sketch Show (ITV2) and Celebrity Weakest Link (BBC1). 'Want to howl with laughter? See Hannah. She is a comedy goddess' (Claudia Winkleman).

17th to 24th AUG 18:40
'Wild, inventive comedy for fans of Emo Philips and Nick Lutsko' (Chris Thorburn). Breaking The News winner of one twenty-fifth of three Scottish Comedy Awards and one eleventh of a Reykjavik Fringe Award. Robocop: A cyborg supercop from the mean streets of Detroit. The Terminator: An unstoppabble, remorseless killing machine from a nightmarish future. Gabriel Featherstone: A pretty good stand-up comedian who wrote a viral tweet about Tinky-Winky's sex life. These three titans of entertainment will face off in a bloody battle to the death! Also, Gabe might do some fun alternative comedy.

31st JUL to 24th AUG 13.20
Craving lunchtime laughs? You're in luck! You can bet on Scratchcard Comedy – a variety show starring the UK's best new comedy talent as seen on Disney+, Channel 4 and BBC Radio 4. And who knows? You might even walk away with more cash than you arrived with...

31st JUL to 24th AUG 20:50
A one-man comedy show about comedian Ned Arnold and the secret romantic relationship he had with his professor while he was a student in college. 'The next Mike Birbiglia, Ned's stories defy any expectation. You have no idea what will happen next' (Jamie Linn Watson, FX). 'I've never seen such a winning mix of hilarity and vulnerability on stage' (Edgar Ruiz Jr).

31st JUL to 16th AUG 18:40
The world is falling apart, so what better time to break up with your best friend? Join Sinéad Walsh as they navigate the hilarities and hijinx of being alive in a world determined to self-destruct. To add to the raw-dog effect, they decided to throw a break-up into the mix. After a rip-roaring reception to their debut show, this comedy hour from one of Ireland's brightest beans will be a belter. 'They are hilarious! Go see them!' (Ashley Gavin). 'Stellar queer comedy' (BlizzardComedy.co.uk).

6th AUG to 10th AUG 14:10
A whole new meaning to voicing your anxieties: the improvised comedy musical based on your worries about the future. From a dreaded work do to an impending birth, the cast will combine your story with all of your favourite musical tropes to create a never-before (and never-again) seen show. With live musical accompaniment, find out what really is the worst that could happen. But remember, after the curtain falls, don't cry because it's over... Smile, It Might Never Happen. **** (EdFringeReview.com, for previous show). 'Their youth and cosmic silliness raised us from our seats' (Metro).

31st JUL to 11th AUG 11:30
A Mind Full is the story of one man's healing journey, from chasing dopamine and dreams to moving into a Buddhist community and trying (badly) to meditate. Blending stand-up, storytelling and theatrical moments, A Mind Full explores what happens when a wide boy with ADHD and impulse issues goes full mindfulness. Along the way: spiritual bypassing, compulsive behaviour and the ongoing tension between craving peace and needing the spotlight. A raw, funny and painfully relatable look at what happens when you try to heal... and your brain has other plans.

31st JUL to 24th AUG 17:55
Fantastical improvised adventures, filtered through the twisted minds of this Galton and Simpson Godfathers of Comedy Award-winning double act. Like Vic and Bob's mutant offspring, co-parented by The League of Gentlemen. A must-see – innovative, absurd, and riotously funny. Praised for their 'genius brand of absurdist comedy' (TheReviewsHub.com) and described as a 'surreal, mirth-laden, epic flight of fancy' (SetTheTape.com), Al Ronald and Cy Henty's improv shows are truly unpredictable. 'Hilarious... No.1 Critics Choice' **** (Time Out). 'Master Craftsmen' **** (TheSpyInTheStalls.com). 'Scaled heights of absurdity and plumbed depths of emotion' **** (Audience Club).

CANCELLED
The Troll is a hilariously raw solo show by Rochée Jeffrey (grownish, SMILF) that blends stand-up, storytelling and multimedia to chronicle her journey from relentless online trolling to self-love. With sharp wit and laugh-out-loud anecdotes, she shares her transformation from internet punching bag to biggest fan. Through poignant reflections and comedy, Rochée unpacks emotional baggage and offers sharp insights into Hollywood's absurdities. She explores the impact of trolling, societal pressures and the universal quest for self-worth in a world that often tries to tear you down. A must-see journey of humour, resilience and self-acceptance.

9th to 17th AUG 15:45
Tommy J Egan transforms the stage into a jazz club-meets-tap jam. One of Australia's most respected tap dancers, hailed by reviewers as 'genuinely breath-catching' (Time Out London) and 'flawless' (Advertiser), Egan offers a performance that rejects the flashy tap dance clichés of jazz hands and showbiz tropes in favour of something deeper, richer and more nuanced. Accompanied by a local jazz pianist and special guests, each show becomes a dynamic interplay of rhythm and precision. Get ready for some fast footwork, with moments of light-hearted humour woven throughout!

31st JUL to 24th AUG 13.05
Vacuum Girl is a live presentation of a television pilot that follows a woman living through surreal dissociations in New York. What begins as a straightforward 'do you see what I see' tale soon blurs the lines between theatre and film, writer and character. Erica Bitton serves as narrator and performer, delivering every line spoken by each character while operating LED lights and a mixing board. This fast-paced performance invites the audience into a fresh, immersive experience where she masterfully controls the unfolding story, blending dialogue and stage directions into a seamless whole.