Events in Renfrewshire on 26 August 2022
View all the upcoming events in Renfrewshire on the 26 August 2022 below, or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Renfrewshire
Art Off The Square
Annual art show, Art Off The Square at Kilbarchan Parish Church promises another excellent exhibition of artwork, sculpture and jewellery!
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Big Art Show
Big Art Show, Paisley is a major exhibition project by Outspoken Arts Scotland and a volunteer team of professional visual artists working across the West of Scotland.
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Death By Chocolate! Murder Mystery Online
Join Spirit Of Glasgow for this interactive online Murder Mystery drama, set in Victorian Glasgow - a true story of a love affair gone wrong!
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Fantastic Dinosaur Hunt - Self-led Activity For Families
Explore the woodland trails at RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve this Summer on this family-friendly Dinosaur Hunt!
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Kilmacolm Farm Tours
Experience a fantastic farm animal safari from a purpose built 14 seater all weather trailer where you can enjoy the panoramic 360 degree views of this working farm in Kilmacolm!
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Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions throughout the week!
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Sma’ Shot Cottages
The Sma' Shot Cottages are a major attraction in the Renfrewshire area, providing visitors with an insight into two distinct periods of Paisley's weaving history!
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Events in East Renfrewshire
East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!
Kids At The Castle Golf Coaching
Mearns Castle Golf Academy run their Kids At The Castle coaching courses all year round on both weekdays and weekends, their next block of classes will begin from Monday 22nd August!
Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Drop-in
Every week, trained Macmillan volunteers offer a friendly listening ear to anyone affected by cancer, including those with a cancer diagnosis, as well as family and friends.
Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians
(Le) Pain
(Le) Pain, Jean-Daniel (JD) Broussé’s first solo show, is a 5 star hit involving circus, dance, storytelling, Béarnaise folklore, video, karaoke and laughter.
1:1 Printing Session
These 1 to 1 screen-printing supervised session with Eliza, are available every 1st Saturday of each month (or other suitable time upon prior availability discussion) in her Edinburgh studio.
A Ladder To The Stars
Told through a magical mix of puppetry, music, light and imagination, A Ladder to the Stars is a heartfelt, humorous story of what can happen when the universe hears your dreams!
A Secret Show by Cameron Young
Cameron Young is one of the hottest names in modern magic. Secret Show is a brand new show that Cameron will be debuting at the Edinburgh fringe.
AAA Stand-Up Late at Gilded Balloon
AAA Stand-Up Late at Gilded Balloon, the total sell-out 2005-2019, returns with a brand new line-up!
Abandoman: Svengali
Ireland's finest hip hop musical comedian, is back in the Cow with his biggest show yet. Combining hip hop, pop, EDM and more, Abandoman will leave you high on life - without leaving George Square.
Activities of Daily Living
When her Medicare card arrived with a special old age pensioner invisibility cloak, one woman decides to fight back.
Afghanistan is Not Funny by Henry Naylor
Afghanistan is Not Funny by Henry Naylor comes direct to Edinburgh Fringe from the Adelaide Fringe, where it won twelve five-star reviews and two major awards.
Age is a Feeling
From Haley McGee, creator of sell-out The Ex-Boyfriend Yard Sale, comes a brand-new show inspired by interviews with hospice workers, interactions with mystics and trips to the cemetery.
Alice Brine: Brinestorm
In her much-anticipated debut hour, Alice Brine, the award-winning, sell-out New Zealand comedian rips the lid off the reality of life with ADHD.
Alice Fraser: Chronos
Come see Australian comedian Alice Fraser (The Bugle) use her hour to turn time inside out and back to front. It'll be fun! It's a comedy show!
Almost Adult
Anne-Tilley's Almost Adult combines clown-style physical comedy with touching vulnerability. Come along for a good laugh and leave with a single tear rolling down your cheek!
Amazing Bubble Man
An Edinburgh Fringe favourite, Louis Pearl has been thrilling audiences worldwide for over 30 years with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles.
Amber Topaz: Greying Still Slaying
Catch this fierce, femme, fabulous, musical comedy show from the multi award-winning, international cabaret sensation Amber Topaz at the Fringe!
An Evening with Tara Boland
Join Tara Boland as she pays homage to her greatest inspirations but mainly, herself! Get ready for miniature Miley Cyrus music videos and the sexiest Marilyn Monroe impression you've ever seen.
Anatomy: A Matter of Death and Life
Explore the history of anatomical study, from artistic explorations by Leonardo da Vinci to the Burke and Hare murders.
Andrew Maxwell: Krakatoa
Don't miss double Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Andrew Maxwell when he brings his show 'Krakatoa' to the Edinburgh Fringe!
Angel by Henry Naylor
The multi award-winning story of Rehana, Angel of Kobane, returns to Edinburgh in a new production from Torch Theatre.
Anna Clifford: I See Dead(ly) People
In a hilarious show about positivity versus the World, Anna Clifford will have you in stitches with real stories that are unbelievable!
Annette Krauss ‘A Matter of Precedents’
Artist, educator, and writer Annette Krauss has been working with Collective over several years on A Matter of Precedents, a research project exploring the ‘common good’.
Appraisal
Appraisal is a two-handed drama that follows the process of an annual work review gone horribly wrong. It's a Festival premiere by award-winning writer by Tim Marriott!
Aquapella
Bath's international award-winning a cappella group return for their sixth year at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Ashley Brain Damage
In May 2020 Ashley was hit by a car and in a coma, had five brain surgeries and got a new titanium skull. Come on this journey with her, but don't get hit by a car!
Bad Clowns: Invasion
A mind-controlling alien has infiltrated Earth. Worst of all, it's taken over one of the audience members. Can our agents locate this alien before it's too late?
Basil Brush: Unleashed... And Uncut
The legendary fox returns to Edinburgh with a brand-new show for the adults, following his totally sold-out 2019 fringe debut.
Baxter vs the Bookies
Baxter vs the Bookies follows the fluctuating fortunes of an ageing, old-fashioned, horse-racing tipster, pitting himself against the firepower of the Bookies!
Beg For Me
Beg For Me, at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, is a one-act, two-player show exploring the dangerous world of alt-right activism in the context of the January 6th US insurrection.
Best Of Scandinavia
Best of Scandinavia features the biggest names in Scandinavian stand-up. You don't want to miss the funniest comedians in Sweden, Denmark and Norway trying to be funny in English for the first time.
Best of So You Think You’re Funny?
Don't miss a new show for 2022 bringing you the best of the winners and finalists from 2021's So You Think You're Funny? comedy newcomer competition!
Billy Boy
Billy Boy is a new solo performer show by acclaimed playwright Rosemary Jenkinson, about young bonfire builders in East Belfast.
BIRD with Kylie Vincent
Bird is an edgy, heartfelt, thought-provoking piece that can make anyone feel less alone in their trauma. It's honest, hilarious, and tear-jerking. Don't miss it.
Birds of Passage in the Half Light by Kat Woods
Birds of Passage in the Half Light is a dark comedic excavation exposing the complicated relationship between Her faith and the generational impact that it has had on Her female lineage.
Biscuit Barrel: Wafering Heights
Biscuit Barrel, the acclaimed hyperactive group, return to the Edinburgh Fringe with 69 sketches performed in an hour!
Blood Harmony
Blood Harmony is an uplifting and universal story about moving on, and the healing power of family – love them or loathe them.
Bloody Elle - A Gig Musical
This loud, proud love story is heart-warmingly honest and belly achingly funny. Stuffed full of those stomach-flipping-time-stopping moments that everyone will recognise.
Bluewater
Conversational and nostalgic, Bluewater takes us on a comical trip down memory lane and teen struggles.
Boris Live at Five
For the fraction of the cost of a fixed penalty notice, pose your question to our fearless leader at this chat-show-cum-Question-Time-cum-work-event.
Boy: Looking For Friends
Performed by Piotr Sikora, a Polish clown and comedian, Boy: Looking For Friends is an adventurous tale about friendship, courage and ice cream chocolate bars – for adults and children!
Buffy: Revamped
Satirical, funny and bursting with pop-culture references, it's the perfect parody for Buffy aficionados and those who never enrolled at Sunnydale High alike.
Business Casual: Feral
American comedy trio Business Casual return to the Fringe with their new hour, FERAL!
Cab-arette Showtour
A unique comedy musical Showtour in a taxi. Be driven around Edinburgh, whilst entertained by Lola and her variety of characters!
Camara Taylor ‘backwash’
Rooted in ideas of silt, slop and snap, backwash is an exhibition by Glasgow-based artist Camara Taylor, and forms part of Collective’s Satellites Programme.
Cameron Gibson - Mysteries; an Hour of Impossibilities
Join Cameron Gibson on a journey of discovery through influence, thought and imagination as he uses his unique skills of mind-reading, psychology, mystery and magic to demonstrate extraordinary feats.
Card Ninja
After sold-out shows at festivals around world Card Ninja, the one-man, Fringe phenomenon returns!
Cassie Workman: Aberdeen
A magical realist biography of Kurt Cobain. Cassie Workman time travels through nineties Washington, to unravel life, death, and rock and roll, in this heartbreaking, stunning homage to an icon!
Cerys Bradley: Sportsperson
Written and performed by Cerys Bradley, Sportsperson is a show about playing sport and fitting in and how Cerys is quite bad at both of those things!
Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Festival Pop-up
Join Charlotte Tilbury & H beauty this August at Charlotte's Beauty Festival pop-up!
Chris Gethard: A Father And The Sun
Chris Gethard, the 'New York comedy institution' and host of the Beautiful/Anonymous podcast makes a much-anticipated return to Edinburgh following a six-year absence!
Christy Coysh: Bangarang!
What happens when you give a bearded, northern lad with a voice of silk and an ass that won't quit a loop station and a room at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe?
Cinescapes presents CineNights | Some Like it Hot
CineNights by Cinescapes is excited to bring some shenanigans to the roof with our March 'Some Like it Hot' screening on 20th March at Rooftop 51 at Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge.
Circa: Humans 2.0
A tightly woven choreography of bodies, pulsing with music, Humans 2.0 is intimate, primal, and deeply engaged with the challenge of being human.
Circus Abyssinia: Tulu
After touring internationally, including a sell-out run in New York, Circus Abyssinia are thrilled to return with their greatly anticipated new show.
Cirque Berserk!
Britain’s biggest theatre circus spectacular is back by popular demand, featuring all your favourite Cirque Berserk! acts plus some thrilling new ones!
Cityscape Photography Class
Join photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh old town as he shows you the very best places to take some truly special pictures!
Colour - An Online Exhibition by Jill Ashforth 2022
This online exhibition consists of 20 abstract paintings inspired by a special garden - bluets, redets, and yellowets, plus 6 video poems which follow the seasons at The Botanical Gardens, Edinburgh.
Comedy Night at the Museum
Join the greatest comedians from across the globe as they blur the line between arte-fact and arte-fiction in a wholly improvised set!
Connect Festival
Immerse yourself in a unique and extraordinary celebration of music and the arts. Connect Festival, the newest addition to Scotland's festival calendar, comes to the Royal Highland Centre in August!
Connor Burns: Live, Laugh, Loathe
Don't miss Connor Burns, one of the most exciting emerging acts on the Scottish comedy circuit, live at Just The Tonic, Sub-Atomic Room as part of The Fringe Festival!
Craig Hill: I Always Knew I Had it in Me!
Craig Hill brings his new show 'I Always Knew I Had it in Me!' to Just The Tonic at Edinburgh Festival Fringe!
Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
Daniel Sloss: New Work in Progress
Scotland’s international comedy star is doing a run of shows to work up new material for his next tour. Catch him at Just The Tonic Atomic Room as part of Edinburgh Fringe.
Dave Johns: A Comic’s Tale
Spending well over half his life as a much-loved stand-up comic, the award-winning star of Ken Loach's I, Daniel Blake returns to Edinburgh with the show he's always wanted to do.
Dinosaurs!
Immerse yourself in our walk-through exhibition included in your Edinburgh Zoo ticket and see prehistoric beasts come to life around you!
Discover the Deep
Explore the deep sea through Dynamic Earth's brand-new gallery. Dive into the depths of the sea and witness incredible habitats and creatures of the deep!
Doing Bits at The Three Sisters
Join us at The Three Sisters Edinburgh for an evening of Fringe Variety, hosted by our fantastic Boylesque performer, Tom Harlow!
Drag Queens vs. Zombies
Award-winning drag stars Kate Butch and Crudi Dench have their star-studded cabaret show crashed by brain-hungry zombies.
Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
Join Canongate Cadjers for their monthly Ceilidh held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
Edinburgh City Korfball Club Beginners’ Session
Edinburgh City Korfball Club is holding beginners sessions in August and all new people get all sessions free throughout the month. There's no better time to give it a try!
Edinburgh Comedy Allstars
The biggest, brightest comedians at the Edinburgh Fringe all in one huge show, staged in the famous Udderbelly!
Edinburgh Dungeon Lates - 18+
It's darker, it's scarier... It's Dungeon Lates! That’s right, The Edinburgh Dungeon will be opening into the darker hours of the night to bring back its infamous adults-only Lates shows!
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Black Joy
From poetry and essays to fiction and memoirs, this series champions writing and writers which speak to the cultures and experiences of those within Black communities.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Fiction at its Finest
From debut novelists to giants of literature: hear from some of the world’s finest writers of fiction.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Found in Translation
These special events championing both exquisite translated works and the role of the translator in making stories written in other languages accessible to more people and cultures across the world.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Legacies of Colonialism
A powerful collection of events offers different perspectives on modern civilisation and our supposedly post-colonial world.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Lost in Music
In this series, world-famous musicians, music journalists and writers share stories of their personal journeys through the world of music.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Mesmerising Memoirs
This Festival we hear from authors with extraordinary personal stories to tell. These sacred glimpses into the very different lives of others have a shared humanity at their heart.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Method in the Madness
In this series, we welcome authors who have penned their personal mental health journeys, as well as those who offer refreshing solutions to some of the issues affecting our wellbeing today.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Playing with Books
Embark on a theatrical journey through books: stories are brought to life through performance, music and discussion.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Poetry for the People
Whether dealing with grief, lamenting lost love, rejoicing in nature or questioning our place in the world: these poets – masters of their craft – cut to the heart.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Queer Love and Relationships
Join us for stories of strength, joy and diversity and events which get to the heart of issues affecting the queer community across the world today.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Scotland’s Stories Now
Stories are entwined in Scotland’s DNA. Scotland’s stories are told by many diverse voices, bringing us new ways of understanding the world through fiction and fact.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Talent Unbound
Some of the UK’s sharpest comedians, actors and screenwriters take a short break from their work on stage and screen to share their newly published books with us this August.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: The Business of Books
This series is dedicated to all those interested in the business of the book world, whether an established publishing professional or an avid reader with a curiosity about the book trade.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: The Heart of Europe
As European democracy comes under pressure once again, this series explores the histories that have shaped present culture and conflict across the continent.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: The Nature of Crime
What is it we love about crime writing? Whatever your reason, kill some time this August and get your crime-fix with some of the world’s most celebrated masters of the genre.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: The World Dissected: Political Discussions
This series examines the legacies, travesties, successes and failures of various political factions from across the globe, and the stories of those who have risked everything to resist.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Transatlantic Conversations
These conversations across the pond examine how contemporary literature can help us find common ground, innovative solutions and shared values.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Truth-Seekers: Essential History
The historians joining us to get to the heart of our historic truths – retracing lost narratives and reflecting on the shortcomings and all-too-often devastating legacies of our distorted past.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Voices of YA Literature
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Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: We Are All Citizens
This August we share some of the inspirational work of Communities project Citizen and invite you to add your stories or share a meal.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Women Behaving Badly
This August, we celebrate women who challenge and confront the social stigmas and residual legacies from centuries of patriarchal rule and chastisement.
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Workshops
Our popular workshops are back: get hands-on with activities, learn new skills and participate in engaging conversations.
Edinburgh International Festival: as british as a watermelon
Join queer Zimbabwean performer mandla rae for this colourful and personal exploration of childhood migration memories.
Edinburgh International Festival: Florence Price’s First Symphony
The Philadelphia Orchestra and Yannick Nézet-Séguin join brilliant violinist Lisa Batiashvili for a concert of dazzling colours and intoxicating rhythms.
Edinburgh International Festival: Jungle Book reimagined
Discover a new retelling of Kipling’s classic as the Akram Khan company transplant Mowgli’s journey into the modern world.
Edinburgh International Festival: Magdalena Kožená and Yefim Bronfman
The long-time artistic partners explore songs of love, longing and innocence by Bartók, Mussorgsky and Brahms.
Edinburgh International Festival: Medea
National Theatre of Scotland brings Liz Lochhead's acclaimed adaptation of the classical Greek tragedy to Edinburgh.
Edinburgh International Festival: Muster Station: Leith
Experience this immersive performance exploring themes of crisis and exile, marking the culmination of the Festival's four-year residency at Leith Academy.
Edinburgh International Festival: The Cinema Orchestra
The British nu-jazz group bring their signature combination of jazz improvisation and electronica to Leith Theatre.
Edinburgh International Festival: The Magic Mountain
Radical theatremakers Stef Aerts and Marie Vinck transform Thomas Mann's magnum opus into an epic work that speaks to us today.
Edinburgh International Festival: When You Walk Over My Grave
Playwright Sergio Blanco explores his relationship with death in this moving, autobiographical work.
Edinburgh International Festival: You Know We Belong Together
A cast of actors use music, dance and video to tell their stories in this uplifting exploration of living with Down syndrome.
Edinburgh Personal PhotoShoot Experience
Join photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh Old Town for your Personal PhotoShoot Experience! It's perfect for couples, families and solo travelers alike.
EGLANTYNE
Vibrant, inspiring play about Eglantyne Jebb; visionary, passionate, humanitarian, human rights activist and founder of Save the Children.
Eleanor Tiernan: Away With The Fairies
Don't miss a bonkers hour of stand-up, story and song from Fest's idiot savant, Eleanor Tiernan!
Elf Lyons: Raven
Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Show nominee Elf Lyons floats to the Fringe with her new horrifying comedy show inspired by Stephen King!
Epic Film Music Concert
Enjoy the most iconic film soundtracks, played live in a unique, epic performance featuring violin, piano, guitar and a superb light show.
Escape the Past: The Anatomist
Descend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.
Esther Manito: #NotAllMen
In her award-winning stand-up show, Esther Manito (Live at the Apollo, The Stand Up Sketch Show) looks back at the era of lad mags, landlines and cock-n-ball graffiti.
Eve: All About Her
Award-winning actor and cabaret artist Keith Ramsay blends live music and spoken word to deconstruct the concepts of camp and queer mythology for a post-Stonewall generation.
Exodus
How far will a politician go? Bold, satirical and uncomfortably funny, Exodus explores systematic deception and the indifference to human suffering.
Festival City Market At Waverley Market
Enjoy an epic summer event in Edinburgh at the Festival City Market At Waverley Market!
Festival Cocktail Club
The Fringe Festival is finally coming back to Edinburgh and that can only mean one thing... So is our Montpeliers Festival Cocktail Club at participating venues!
Festival Village: Waverley
The Pop-Up Pro's are bringing their popular food market and beer garden, Festival Village, to the rooftop at Waverley Mall once again this Summer!
Finlay Christie: OK Zoomer
Don't miss this debut hour from fast-rising star, award-winning stand-up Finlay Christie!
Fit Fridays
It's Fit Fridays, every Friday at Subway Cowgate with DJ Josh Scott!
Flamenco Fiesta at The Fringe
Alba Flamenca bring a new show to the Fringe! Bursting with raw emotion and explosive rhythms, this fiesta of pure dance, music and intensity brings the best of a real Andalucian night.
Flandam’s Musical Comedy Hootennany!
Don't miss Flandam’s Musical Comedy Hootennany when it comes to Edinburgh as part of the Fringe Festival!
Foil Arms and Hog - Hogwash
Ireland’s top sketch comedy group, Foil Arms and Hog, return to McEwan hall to premiere their new show ‘Hogwash’.
Fore Play Crazy Golf
Fore! The Fore Play Crazy Golf team have launched another cracking venue to eat, drink, play and up your selfie game in the heart of the Capital!
Frank Sanazi Das Vegas
The Prince of Dark Comedy returns to Edinburgh with his new show, accompanied by his singing dictators The Iraq Pack and a cast of mind-blowing acts.
From Waste to Wall
From reinterpreting autism to reimagining single-use products – artist James Owen Thomas is changing perspectives in Edinburgh this summer.
Fruit Flies Like a Banana
Three performers. 20+ acts. 60 minutes. Music, theatre and dance collide in this madcap variety show.
Fruit Flies Like a Banana: Kids!
The multi-talented musicians of The Fourth Wall play while dancing a tango, riding hoverboards and even hanging upside down! Music leaps off the stage in this fan favourite from North America.
Gabby Killick
Award-winning comedian Gabby Killick debuts her new show Game of Thongs at the Edinburgh Fringe where she’ll take a hilarious frolic through the modern-day jungle of sex, drugs and cancel culture!
Gareth Waugh: Doozy
Don't miss the new show from Gareth Waugh, Scotland's fastest rising comedy star, as part of the Fringe!
Gearóid Farrelly: Glamour Hammer
In this show Gearóid Farrelly takes a look at the litany of things in our lives that just don't quite measure up. Everything from his generic-looking cat to Shania Twain.
General Secretary
One of the Scotsman's Best Duos at the Fringe, Thick 'n' Fast return to take on the world.
Gin Jolly Tour and Tasting
Pickering's Gin Jolly Tour and Tasting will talk you through our amazing brand story, begining with a G&T on arrival and finishing with four neat samples of our award-winning gin.
Glass Slippers And Silver Bullets
The critically acclaimed comedy-horror pantomime "Glass Slippers and Silver Bullets" returns to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this August!
Grace Campbell: A Show About Me(n)
Grace Campbell makes her eagerly awaited Fringe return following 2019's sell-out run, with a new show about her two lifelong passions; men and herself.
Grant Busé : SentiMENTAL!
Were the good old days really that good? Australian comic Grant Busé delivers an unforgettable, live music-fuelled deconstruction of our selective memories.
GRAV by Owen Thomas
Gareth J Bale stars in this multi award-winning one-man show exploring the life and times of one of Wales' most loved sons, Ray Gravell.
Happy Meal
The world premiere of Tabby Lamb’s Happy Meal is a joyful queer rom-com where Millennial meets Gen Z and change is all around.
Harriet Dyer: Trigger Warning
Harriet Dyer is an award-winning comedian, mental health advocate and an experience to behold. Here doth lie quite the harrowing tale, one you won't forget in a hurry.
Henning Wehn: It’ll All Come Out In The Wash
Watch Henning give everything a good rinse and witness him wring sense out of the nonsensical at The Queen's Hall in August!
Hopetoun Explorers
This is an exciting outdoor based club for 7-12 year olds with a keen interest in nature and the outdoors, whatever the weather.
Hopetoun Junior Rangers
Hopetoun Junior Rangers is a fun, monthly outdoors club for 11-18 year olds with an interest in nature and the countryside.
Hotel Paradiso
Full of hijinks and impeccable clowning, Lost in Translation will treat audiences to heart-stopping aerial, stunning floor acrobatics, and extraordinary juggling.
I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical
This comedic musical revue reveals everything you could want to know about being a musical theatre performer... if only there were any who'd admit it.
Ian Lynam: Autistic License
In a stand-up comedy show exploring diagnosis, relationships, sexuality, creativity and the history of autism, Ian sets out to prove autistic people have more to offer than being good at maths.
I’m With Stupid
Director, screenwriter, author and stand-up comedian JD Shapiro's fascinating account of his unconventional journey from that New Jersey childhood to collaborations with Hollywood icons.
Ignacio Lopez: El Cómico
Spain's best export, Ignacio Lopez, scrutinises his family tree and his immigrant upbringing in a relentlessly funny show about clashing cultures, legacies, and never fitting in.
Illicit Thrill: Close Encounters
The Fringe's shadiest late-night strip joint is back and we have missed you! Join the illicit crew as they welcome audiences back for a show that is rude, crude and nude!
Impromptu Shakespeare
The Bard is back! With story and verse improvised in the moment, enjoy a riotous new Shakespeare play every time – performed by Impromptu Shakespeare's whip smart cast.
International Comedy Jam
You never know who Tehran Von Ghasri's bringing to his stage. Chappelle? Tiffany Haddish? Omid Djalili? Kevin Hart?
James Roque: Badong
A favourite on the New Zealand comedy scene for the last 10 years, Kiwi-Filipino James Roque makes his debut at the Edinburgh Fringe.
Jamie MacDonald: Reasonably Adjusted
Blindingly funny jokes aren't enough these days, comedians must have a personal struggle now and Jamie Macdonald wants some of that action!
Janeane Garofalo: Pardon My Tangent
Janeane Garofalo, the iconic American comedian and actress, returns to the Fringe with her acerbic wit, following multiple sell-out runs.
Jason Byrne: Unblocked
Join Jason live on stage as he unleashes what he does best! Guaranteed pure and utter Unblocked joy and laughter.
Jeena Bloom: The Homecoming Queen
This is the funny and sad story store of one transgender woman's journey through America from both sides of the gender line.
Jen Ives: Peak Trans
As the discourse on trans people becomes more toxic in the UK – comedian, trans woman and nuisance Jen Ives is here to sort it all out, hun.
Jesus L’Oreal at Gilded Balloon
Halle-berry-lujah! Jesus L'Oreal, the ultimate lifestyle guru, is back with a high-octane hour of song, dance and interactive Jehovah's Fitness!
Jimeoin: The Craic!
Don't miss a hilarious evening of World-class stand-up from live comedy’s internationally acclaimed Irish master Jimeoin!
Jo Caulfield: Bad Attitude
Don't miss Award-winning comedian Jo Cauldfield when she brings her show 'Bad Attitute' to the Stand Edinburgh as part of the Fringe!
John Robertson: The Dark Room
Comedian John Robertson's The Dark Room is a gut-busting rock n' roll experience for everyone who buys a ticket!
JoJo Sutherland: Growing Old Disgracefully
Jojo Sutherland is starting life all over again with the emphasis on living and Don't Stop Me Now as her funeral music.
Julie Jay: Oops, This Is Toxic
This Is Toxic is a celebration of surviving sexism and toxic situations. But most of all, it is a celebration of Britney Spears!
Just These Please: Honestly No Pressure Either Way
With three five star sell-out Edinburgh Fringe runs, over 60million views online and a tendency to list things in threes,Just These Please are back with 25 brand new sketches and songs!
Justin Moorhouse : Stretch & Think
Justin Moorhouse is back at the Fringe with a brand-new show: still funny, yet middle-aged.
Kai Humphries: Mischief!
Multi award-winning stand-up, podcaster and author, KaiKai Humphries bring his new show 'Mischief to the Stand Edinburgh as part of the Fringe!
Kevin Flynn: Fear of Heights
Fear of Heights is a heart-warming and hilarious biographical tale that examines what it means to be a man, and how one generation measures success relative to their forebears' themes.
Kevin Quantum: Dark Matter
Britain's Got Talent Finals to Breadline. Lockdown Baby to BBC Commission. Edinburgh Magician Kevin Quantum is back at the Fringe with his most joyful show to date - Dark Matter!
KITES
KITES is a fast-paced, visually striking play about the rite of passage from girlhood to womanhood in post-war Ireland, exploring gender roles, sexuality, friendship, love and rage.
Kylie Brakeman Presents: Linda Hollywood’s Big Hollywood Night
Kylie Brakeman emerged as one of the pandemic's most popular online comedians with over 60 million views and 400k followers across all platforms and you can catch her at the Fringe Festival!
La Clique
The multi-award-winning cabaret spectacular, La Clique promises to be a night of laughs, gasps, naughtiness and the best in international cabaret.
Land - A Scottish Musical
Land celebrates compassion and community that transcends shifting cultures, asking that we take a second to re-evaluate our relationships with the earth and our neighbours.
Late‘n’Live
Late‘n’Live returns in all its glory, featuring a stellar line-up of the very best acts from across the festival every night.
Laughing Stock
Now for the first time at Fringe, direct from Los Angeles, a comedy revue featuring some of the hottest new voices in American independent stand-up.
Leah Lamarr
Join this 'breakout star' (Fast Company) of American comedy as she brings her raunchy, clever and hilarious observations on life, sex, crypto and the pandemic to the UK stage for the first time.
Leah MacRae Weighs In
Fringe favourite Leah MacRae, the wee powerhouse from Glasgow, is back with this brand-new show. Prepare for belly laughs galore!
Leon Morrocco: Long Road Home
The Royal Scottish Academy presents Leon Morrocco: Long Road Home, timed to coincide with the artist’s 80th birthday.
Les Quizerables
An interactive late-night quiz for musical theatre queens. Hosted by little Cosette Katie Prichard, Les Quizerables pits the finest Broadway brains against one another.
Lew Fitz: Soft Lad
Award winning Lew Fitz had sell-out previews, catch this rising star whilst you can!
Liam Farrelly, God’s Brother-in-Law
Don't award winning comedian Liam Farrelly's first full-length solo show at Just The Tonic at Edinburgh Festival Fringe!
Lippy
Alexy Walexy's loopy but loveable characters peel back the layers to discover their true authentic selves, then spend the rest of the show wishing they'd brought an extra jumper.
Lizard Boy
Equal parts comic book lore and coming-of-age love story, Lizard Boy is the thrilling original rock musical.
Lost Voice Guy: Cerebral LOLsy
Following a sell-out UK tour, Lost Voice Guy returns to Edinburgh with his brand-new show - Cerebral LOLsy!
Lou Conran: A Show
Lou Conran is a superlative storyteller and masterful at spinning a yarn. Her new show compromises of hilarious anecdotes, stories and the minutiae of life. Light relief through the shite of life.
Lucy Frederick’s Big Fat Wedding
Here comes the bride, forty-foot wide! It's the wedding of the century and you're invited as Lucy Frederick – walks down the aisle.
Lynn Ferguson’s Storyland
Award-winning Lynn Ferguson, with the help of her celebrity guests, shows how the casual tales we tell reveal who we really are.
Magic Roman’s Summer Holiday
Join Magic Roman on the most epic holiday ever. Expect adventure, laughter, chaos and... magic! This unforgettable show promises some jaw-dropping moments, perfect for kids and grown-ups alike.
Maisie Adam at Gilded Balloon
Fresh from Live at The Apollo, Mock The Week and The Last Leg, Best Newcomer nominee Maisie Adam is back at the Edinburgh Fringe with a brand-new show for 2022, Buzzed.
Man of 100 Faces
One performer. 100 characters. One hour. Impossible? Not for The Man of 100 Faces.
MANBO
Enjoy high energy, rip-roaring physical comedy that will blow your socks off and leave you wanting more!
Mark Thomas: Black & White Preview
Expect creative fun from one of our oldest surviving alternative comics when Mark Thomas comes to the Stand Edinburgh with a preview of his new show, Black and White as part of Edinburgh Fringe!
Masterpieces Family Trail
Explore the Masterpieces from Buckingham Palace exhibition with the help of a fun family trail at The Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Mat Ricardo: The Extraordinary Gentleman
A unique, hilarious and unmissable one-man show from the worlds most critically acclaimed variety artist - Mat Ricardo.
Men With Coconuts
The multi award-winning Scottish improv troupe are back! Men With Coconuts use audience suggestions to create an hour of emotional balladry, lyrical wizardry and musical husbandry.
Mervyn Stutter’s Pick of the Fringe
Mervyn Stutter and his team carefully research the Fringe and bring you live 'tasters' from seven top shows in a packed 90 minute late lunchtime extravaganza at The Pleasance!
Mischief Movie Night
Mischief return to the Edinburgh Fringe stepping back to their comedy roots with Mischief Movie Night, the improvised movie live on stage!
Monday Masterpieces: Weekly short talks
Make Monday mornings marvellous and join curators, wardens and learning specialists for weekly short talks exploring some of the greatest treasures of the Royal Collection!
Movin’ Melvin Brown: A Man, A Magic, A Music
Living legend Movin’ Melvin Brown is bringing a Broadway version of his acclaimed show devoted to Black music from the 50s to the present to the Edinburgh Fringe.
Music & Migration in Georgian Edinburgh: The Story of Felix Yaniewicz
An exhibition telling the story of Felix Yaniewicz (1762-1848), a celebrated Polish-Lithuanian violin virtuoso, who settled in Scotland and founded the first Edinburgh music festival in 1815.
Musical Comedy Guide Showcase
Join us each afternoon to see a hand-picked selection of live comedy using music – funny songs, satirical parodies and more.
My Vagina’s Priceless
Featuring hysterically honest tales and stunning vocals, Rosie returns to Edinburgh with her brand new show full of songs, stories and sass!
Mythos: Ragnarok
A unique troupe of multi-talented actors, wrestlers, comedians and stunt performers merged their worlds to create the world’s first original theatre show with full contact stage combat!
Nadia Myre: Tell Me of Your Boats and Your Waters - Where Do They Come From, Where Do They Go?
Edinburgh Art Festival and Edinburgh Printmakers present newly commissioned work from Montreal-based artist Nadia Myre responding to the 200th anniversary of the Union Canal.
National Treasure: The Scottish Modern Arts Association
This major two-floor exhibition at City Art Centre celebrates Scottish art at the dawn of modernism.
NewsRevue
NewsRevue is delighted to return to the EICC to parody politics in a post-pandemic world as part of Edinburgh Fringe.
Nikki Britton – One Small Step
After selling out at Melbourne and Sydney Comedy Festivals, Nikki Britton is bringing her award nominated show to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe!
Notflix: Binge
The Spice Girls of improv return for a fifth triumphant year in their five-star, sell-out, totally improvised musical comedy.
OK Let Me Explain
This is a Fringe debut for brand-new comedy improv panel show, OK, Let Me Explain, hosted by Ross Leslie. The audience picks the nightly winner and is in control of the show, kind of!
Oliver Coleman – Sublime
Oliver Coleman debuted his hit solo show Poolside in 2019, touring to festivals across the country. Don’t miss his brand-new offering 'Sublime', guaranteed to make your cheeks hurt!
One-Woman Show
The Guardian’s #1 Comedy Show of 2021 comes to the Fringe for a limited run. A bold, irreverent, raw, moving and triumphant celebration of adjectives, this blurb will nail down nothing.
Paddington ‘Marmalade Messiness’
Paddington ‘Marmalade Messiness’ is an outdoor adventure for families who love to immerse themselves in storytelling, theatre and puppetry, suitable for all ages.
Paddy Young: Laugh, You Rats!
Following a sell-out 2021 run, the northern scamp returns with his distinctive line in absurdity, bravely taking a stand against his housemates, water snobs, and worst of all, jugglers.
PASH
Max is turning twenty-five in one week, and she's desperate to have her first kiss with someone (anyone) before she hits her quarter-life crisis!
Patrick Spicer: Who’s This All of a Sudden?
Debut hour from one of the most exciting acts on the UK comedy circuit. Patrick Spicer will be recounting his deepest fears and humiliations in a funny and credible way.
Paul McCaffrey: We Go Again
Enjoy a brand-new hour of stand-up from Paul McCaffrey, one of the best comics currently working in the UK.
Pernille Haaland: Resting Confused Face
When the pandemic hit, comedian Pernille Haaland did what any desperate millennial with a Tik Tok account would do; sign up for online therapy!
Pete Firman: Bag Of Tricks
Pete Firman returns to the Fringe with an astonishing new show. Expect Pete's trademark blend of laugh-out-loud comedy and jaw-dropping magic!
Pete Heat: BLIMEY
Join lanky urban wizard Pete Heat as he uses comedy and mind-blowing tricks to explore that most divisive of subjects: magic itself.
Pirates and Princesses vs Sea Monsters
If you're brave, come along and watch 'Pirates and Princesses vs Sea Monsters'. A family show filled with singing, dancing, comedy and even a sea monster...
Planetarium Lates: Dark Side of the Moon
Inspired by the music of Pink Floyd, this dome spectacular features the 1973 album the Dark Side of the Moon in explosive surround sound.
Planetarium Lates: Under Pressure
As part of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, we are excited to bring you our BRAND-NEW presenter-led show, Under Pressure! Come with us as we take a deep dive into the global ocean!
Planetarium Lates: You Are Here
Join us at Dynamic Earth for a dramatic journey to the very edge of our solar system and back!
Plant Care Workshop & Plant Swop
Seb's Urban Jungle is running a Plant Care/Repotting Workshop on Fridays at Festival City Market - Waverley Market.
Pop Bingo Disco
Join us in the Live Room at The Three Sisters for a taste of Pop Bingo Disco - Banter, Beats and Bawless Bingo!
Powderhall Bronze Editions Festival Exhibition
Powderhall Bronze Editions is holding a festival exhibition showcasing artwork by a variety of Scottish artists and also handcrafted furniture by local contemporary makers.
Prehysterical - Headfirst Acrobats
Prehysterical is a hilarious circus show for children and parents of all ages, following three foolish Neanderthals as they struggle to survive the harsh natural world.
Psychodrama
A gripping, at times hilarious revenge tale about an actress in her 40’s under investigation for the murder of an auteur theatre director.
Railed - Headfirst Acrobats
Railed by Headfirst Acrobats is a western themed circus spectacular, combining the trademark physical talents, finely chiselled bodies and hilarious comic timing!
Randy Feltface
Fresh off the back of a sold out world tour, Randy Feltface makes his long-awaited return to the UK with brand new jokes and a second-hand suit, catch him live at The Fringe!
Rebel
Grab your best glitter coat and dive into high octane, non-stop rock 'n' roll circus inspired by Bowie when Rebel makes its way to the Edinburgh Fringe!
REDEEMher - How I screwed Up My Perfect Mormon Life
Tatum becomes the virgin bride of her sweetheart, entering an eternal marriage in the Mormon Church but after one night of illicit sex, Tatum is plunged into a deep well of guilt, sorrow and remorse.
Richard Stott: Afterparty
Join Richard Stott as he contemplates whether he's missed the boat. His friends have families, 6 figure salaries and houses. He has a level-2 food hygiene certificate and acid reflux!
Rob Madge: My Son’s a Queer (But What Can You Do?)
My Son’s a Queer (But What Can You Do?) is the joyous autobiographical story of social-media sensation Rob Madge.
Robyn Perkins: Million Dollar Maybe
Think you're tough? Funny? Bisexual? Prove it. Sounds ridiculous? This show weaves together the stories of a sexual orientation scientist and an award-winning comedian, both trying to prove just that.
Ross Leslie: Massive Queue At The Tip
Ross Leslie, five-time Scottish Comedian of the Year finalist, brings his third hour to Edinburgh, featuring jokes, laughs and cycling safety awareness.
Rum & Doughnuts
Book your tickets now and spend your evening sipping on delcious Rum's paired perfectly with artisan doughnuts at Summerhall Drinks Lab!
RuneSical
Sword equipped. Potions ready. High-speed internet connected. Based on the online game RuneScape, join Lance_054 (the first 53 were taken) on a quest where the audience choose what happens next!
Ruth Ewan ‘The Beast’
The Beast is a surreal animated morality tale conceived by Scottish artist Ruth Ewan, who has long-term interests in creativity and social justice, alternative systems and radical histories.
Sad Girls Club
Welcome to Sad Girls Club, where girls are allowed to be... well... sad. Because as we all know being a woman in 2022, talking about anything is a minefield.
Sam Morrison: Sugar Daddy
US comedian Sam Morrison (The Drew Barrymore Show) grapples with the death of his partner. He makes grief hilarious through tales of love, diabetes and seagull attacks.
Sammy Obeid
Sammy Obeid, the host of Netflix 100 Humans hits the Edinburgh stage with an hour of stand-up.
Schalk Bezuidenhout: I’ll Make Laugh To You (Like You Want Me To)
Following an incredible Edinburgh Fringe debut in 2019 and fresh from a 2022 Netflix special, Schalk Bezuidenhout is back with love in his heart and jokes in his pocket.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 101 Greenbank Crescent
101 Greenbank Crescent hides a fascinating garden on a steeply sloped site, with views over Braidburn Valley Park to the Pentland hills.
Seann Walsh: Is Dead. Happy Now?
Seann Walsh returns to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this August with his new stand-up show 'Is Dead. Happy Now?'.
Set List: Stand-up Without a Net
Comedians are flashed a never-before-seen set list of topics and must instantly create a spontaneous and original new stand-up set, right then and there.
Sex Tips For Straight Women From a Gay Man
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Shamilton: An Improvised Musical
Ever heard of this small off-Broadway show called Hamilton? It wasn’t very big, so we’re not surprised. Anyway, Shamilton! is just like that, but (ahem) better!
Shazia Mirza: COCONUT
I survived The Island with Bear Grylls – who knew that would prepare me for what was about to come...
Shit-faced Shakespeare - Macbeth
The smash-hit, multi sell-out Fringe phenomenon is back with their hilarious combination of an entirely serious adaptation of Macbeth, with an entirely shit-faced cast member!
Sian Davies: About Time
Sian Davies, best Debut show Leicester Comedy Festival 2020 and Funny Women runner-up, brings her show 'About Time' to the Fringe!
Simon David: White Gay
From racism to body image, porn addiction to gay Tories, Simon David has a catchy song for just about everything wrong with the community he loves to hate!
SLIC - Thursdays
Get groovy with a mellow blend of Classic Hip Hop, Soul, R&B and chart at Subway Cowgate.
Soundcheck Sessions
The Sessions offer young people (age 14+) from local schools, colleges & youth groups, the chance to come to a venue before doors, watch the artist playing that night, soundcheck followed by Q&A.
Spontaneous Potter: The Unofficial Improvised Parody
An entirely improvised wizarding comedy play, based on an audience suggestion of a fan-fiction title. With live musical accompaniment!
Spoons
How can spoons save your relationship? Find out in this sharp, funny and touching play about a couples counsellor's revenge.
Sport on the Fringe
Join Bobby Nwanze and guests this August for a new to the Fringe, a chat show with leading sports figures from across the UK!
Stewart Lee: Basic Lee (Work in Progress) Preview
One man, one microphone, and one microphone in the wings in case the one on stage breaks. Pure. Simple. Classic. Basic Lee.
Stewart Lee: Snowflake
In the last ever performances of this show, Stewart Lee looks at how the Covid-Brexit era has impacted on the culture war declared on lovely woke snowflakes by horrible people.
Stokes and Summers: Careering
Evening Standard TikTok Star and Funny Women Award nominees, Stokes and Summers, present a new show about the quirks and perks of the modern workplace.
Sugar
2021's online smash hit 'Sugar' returns to Edinburgh Festival Fringe reworked and for the first time, live!
Summer by the Sea!
Come and discover the UK’s Best Attraction (Which? Magazine), The Royal Yacht Britannia this summer!
Swallowed
Swallowed is a new play presenting an intimate snapshot into the lives of a young couple as they navigate their relationship within a distorted reality.
Switch to Manual Photography Workshop
Switch to Manual is an introductory workshop for camera users who tend to leave their camera set to Automatic modes and don’t unleash the full creativity that a DSLR or Bridge camera can deliver.
Tessa Lynch: Houses Fit For People
Edinburgh Printmakers presents Glasgow-based artist Tessa Lynch, whose exhibition promotes alternative building techniques inspired by collaborative play and the natural world.
The Awkward Silence’s Big Break
Award-winning comedy duo The Awkward Silence present their dynamic father and son prison musical.
The Ballad of Mulan
From the team behind the Edinburgh Fringe sell-out show The Unknown Soldier. Grist to the Mill and Red Dragonfly Productions bring you the real Chinese heroine that inspired Disney's Mulan.
The Best of Scottish Comedy
Talk about doing what it says on the tin! Here you go a carload of simply the best comics on the contemporary Scottish circuit.
The BIG LOVE Exhibition (Contemporary Street Art by SLEEK)
Young Scottish contemporary artist Sleek debuts an exhibition of work showcasing his street art at Queen Street Studio as part of the Festival Fringe!
The Black Blues Brothers
Having thrilled audiences at the Fringe in 2019 with a sell-out, five-star run, The Black Blues Brothers returns to Assembly this summer.
The Blossom Theatre Project: Drama Classes for 7-12 year olds
Parents, do you want to help your child grow their confidence in a fun and creative way? Then book them into these drama classes in Stockbridge, Morningside and Portobello!
The Cambridge Impronauts present: Keeping Up with the Kimprov
Tired of all the scripted "reality" TV? Keeping Up With the Kimprov is your daily dose of reality TV, but actually unscripted!
The Club Valentine Comedy Hour
Club Valentine is is an emerging collective on the Irish comedy scene, dedicated to bringing absurd comedy into the mainstream.
The Dark Room (For Kids!)
The Dark Room (For Kids!) is an interactive adventure featuring terrible prizes and total mayhem! Recommended for 11+ but younger kids are welcome.
The Disgraceful Club
On tour from London's Bush Hall, The Disgraceful Club is a wild Friday night of comedy hosted by the audacious queen of no shame, Grace Campbell. It's worth staying up for!
The Ghosting of Rabbie Burns
Hilarious comedy, The Ghosting of Rabbie Burns by Gillian Duffy, proves that love and relationships haven't changed that much in 200 years after all! Catch it at the Fringe Festival this August!
The Giant Killers
Long Lane Theatre return the Edinburgh with their hit play The Giant Killers, telling the true story of footballs greatest ever underdogs - Darwen FC.
The Grandmothers Grimm
The Grandmothers Grimm explores women’s role in the creation of the Brothers Grimm’s famous anthology. Discover a night of folk and fairy tales as you've never heard them before!
The Gruffalo, the Giant and the Mermaid with Julia Donaldson
Author Julia Donaldson and a cast of four return with a brand-new show based on her much-loved books including The Smartest Giant in Town, The Singing Mermaid, The Highway Rat, and The Gruffalo.
The Guilty Feminist
Expect laughter, excitement, confessions, activism and inspiration as only The Guilty Feminist podcast can provide.
The Improv Musical
Now in our 10th year! Smash-hit production, The Improv Musical returns to take the Fringe by storm.
The Infinity of Eight
In this multi-sensory show, eight international artists explore the aspects of Infinity that resonate with them on a deeply personal level and influence their daily lives.
The Intervention
The Intervention is a new black comedy by Keir McAllister, award-winning writer of The Bench.
The Last Return
One final night. One last chance. Five people queue for a ticket to the hottest show in town. All they must do is simply wait in line. But what in life is ever simple?
The Last Romantic
The Last Romantic is a sprightly-sharp satire that questions the philosophies and practices of modern Hollywood.
The Other Guys
After being crowned the Scottish acapella champions The Other Guys are making a triumphant return to Edinburgh to show their award winning moves, beatboxing, and side splitting parodies.
The Oxford Imps
Oxford's wittiest minds return with their spectacular smorgasbord of devastatingly funny improvised comedy!
The People vs. The Oxford Revue
After almost two years of silence, Oxford's critically acclaimed student sketch troupe are making a triumphant return to the Edinburgh Fringe with The People vs. The Oxford Revue
The Riverbank - A Landscape of Sorrow and Hope
The Riverbank - A Landscape of Sorrow and Hope is the thirteenth exhibition by Duncan Shanks at The Scottish Gallery and illuminates his little corner of the Clyde Valley.
The Road to Ballina
Jakko Jakszyk, guitarist/singer with King Crimson, was born Michael Curran. Adopted by Polish and French parents, Jakko grew up wondering who he was.
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Following a two-year hiatus, The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo returns from 5th to 27th August!
The Secret Domes at Cask
Cask are thrilled to present our beautiful Secret Domes, which boast some of the best views in Edinburgh from a spectacular vantage point on the rooftop of Waverley station.
The Sickening 90’s Drag Prom
Taking you back to high school for the prom you wish you'd had, this is the party that invites you to relive your school days as you join forces with your fellow Fringe-goers.
The Sneeze by Anton Chekhov, translated and adapted by Michael Frayn
ATS Productions invite you to sample five of Chekhov's best, rarely performed, one-act comedic works set in Imperial Russia.
The Song of Fergus and Kate
The Song of Fergus and Kate is an interactive adventure that uses storytelling, music and animation to encourage children to celebrate their differences.
The Sorries
After a sell-out run in 2019, The Sorries are delighted to be back again in front of live audiences at Pleasance at EICC!
The Stand Late Club
Latenight comedy at its best. Eight superb showcases from Scotland’s favourite club!
The Transfiguration of Mrs Lamen
This play has been described as Pinteresque, with moments of surreality, and a wealth of dark humour. An original script from performed playwright Alex J Yates.
The Ultimate Pickle
Join Dill on an adventure through the unexpected surprises in life in this fun and bold new play for all the family at Summerhall this August!
This is Paradise
At once timely and timeless in its nuanced observation of the fragility of peace, This is Paradise is a powerful monologue exploring what it takes from us to begin again.
Tinted
When you're disabled, the lines of consent get a bit... tinted. This play examines bodily autonomy in the group society often leaves behind.
Today I Killed My Very First Bird
Today I Killed My Very First Bird explores hope and despair, combining immersive sound and bold storytelling to create a vivid and visceral theatrical experience.
Tom Crosbie: Nerd’s Eye View
Armed with a Rubik's cube and a childlike delight at the world, Tom Crosbie's show is a critical hit.
Tom GK: How To Record The Greatest Album of All Time
Former Daily Telegraph music critic Tom GK has decided to record the greatest album of all time – despite the fact that he has lost most of his hearing.
Tom Little Has Good Reviews So Prepare To Be Impressed
Award-winning stand-up comedian Tom Little returns to the Edinburgh Fringe with his fifth solo show.
Tom Skelton: 2020 Visions
Could you see the funny side to going blind? Twelve years on from losing most of his sight, Tom Skelton ‘looks’ back at over a decade of being blind and wonders what might have been.
Tom Walker – Javelin
New mimes, new jokes, same old crazy old Tom Walker. That’s right it is a new show 'Javelin' at Edinburgh Festival Fringe!
Trainspotting Live
Direct from a global tour, this is a ticket to ride you won't soon forget. Back after five sold-out Fringe seasons, so book early!
Transform Through Transitions
Transform Through Transitions delivers online independent living skills and self-care workshops for people in Link’s Private Sector Leasing (PSL) properties over the age of 16 in Edinburgh.
Troy Hawke: Sigmund Troy’d!
Fringe World 2019 Best Comedy Show nominee Award winning Troy Hawke comes to Underbelly Bristo Square as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe!
Two’s Company
Two's Company is the new comedy drama from the writer of The Ghosting of Rabbie Burns and co-writer of The Wedding Planners, Gillian Duffy... don't miss it at the Fringe Festival!
Vermin
This original darkly comic rocket-fuelled two-hander is a kitchen-sink drama with a sting in its tale. For fans of Philip Ridley, Duncan MacMillan and the utterly hideous.
Viva Glasvegas Burlesque Showcase
Join Glasgow’s very own GlasVegas Showgirl Roxy Stardust, fresh from her explosive tour of the Isle of Mingulay, as she presents an hour of burlesque performance.
Viva Your Vulva: The Hole Story
50% of women aren't sure which is their vulva and which is their vagina. Elaine Miller, a funny, frank, factual fanny Fellow of Physiotherapy doesn't think that's OK.
Waiting for Hamlet
Winner of the Kenneth Branagh New Writing Award, this comedy about a tragedy sees Yorick try to stop the King making the biggest mistake of his afterlife.
Watson: The Final Problem
The Final Problem is a one-man show about the life and times of Sherlock Holmes's ever-reliable right hand man, John Watson and performed by Tim Marriott (BBC's Brittas Empire).
Weegie Hink Ae That?
From sketches to songs aboot aw things Scottish, come see these wee comical dafties dae what they dae best. Fast-paced, witty comedy with clever twists on Scottish culture.
What it’s Like to be a Bird
An exhibition of illustrations and related artworks from the book 'What it's Like to be a Bird', written by Tim Birkhead and illustrated by Catherine Rayner, comes to Scottish Ornithologists Club.
What The Heart Wants
What The Heart Wants is a new comedy by Bert Tyler-Moore co-creator of The Windsors.
While I Was Waiting by Helen Moore
Helen Moore’s work addresses themes of how rural space is used in the modern day and the impact that humans make on the environment. Catch her exhibition at Upright Gallery from 13th August!
Wilf
Wilf takes audiences on a hilarious and unapologetic ride through Scotland as Calvin and Wilf attempt to escape loneliness, cope with mental illness and learn to love themselves!
Will Maclean: Points of Departure
The exhibition on Will Maclean, one of the outstanding artists of his generation, promises to be a rich visual feast for anyone with an interest in Scottish art and history.
Will Mars: My Life in One-Liners
Will Mars used to think his life was a joke – but he was wrong, it's more like 300. Brace yourself for more jokes than you thought possible!
XO at Subway Cowgate
Keep your mid-week chill with a mellow blend of Commercial, House and R&B at Subway Cowgate!
Yippee Ki Yay
Achingly funny, rhyming retelling of classic film Die Hard from Richard Marsh: Fringe First winner, BBC Audio Drama Best Comedy winner and New York cop (one of these is untrue).
Events in Fife
Art Exhibition - Spring into Summer
Come along to our exhibition 'Spring into Summer' now on show at No 13 Gallery, Newport On Tay! All work is for sale.
Artisan Fridays Market
Artisan Fridays is a weekly hot & cold food market, held every Friday on Kirkcaldy High Street!
Brushstrokes
Did you know that OnFife museums look after an amazing collection of paintings, prints and drawings? Want to know more? Then come along to our new exhibition 'Brushstrokes'!
Confusing Shadow with Substance
A new exhibition at the Scottish Fisheries Museum offers visitors a chance to explore life at sea in a “pre-electronic age” via digital media.
Derek Robertson – Bho Bheul An Eòin, From The Bird’s Mouth
Featuring 40 of Derek Robertson’s paintings. ‘Bho Bheul An Eòin’ gives Gaelic names to animals and plants newly established in Scotland.
Exhibition to celebrate 100 years of British Broadcasting (1922-2022)
Welcome to a free public exhibition charting the last 100 years of Radio and TV Broadcasting in Britain at the Museum Of Communication!
Explore! Travellers and Trailblazers
Join us at St Andrews Museum to discover exotic lands and fantastic voyages through our family friendly exhibition.
Froglife: Fife Living Waters - August events
Check out all the events taking place in August at Froglife: Fife Living Waters in Cowdenbeath!
Garden Explorers
Garden explorers is St Andrews Botanic Garden's club for 6–12-year-olds, running every other Saturday from July through to December.
Guided Walks Of The Old Course
Join an expert guide on a tour of the world's most famous golf course. Walk in the footsteps of icons of the game and experience a player's eye view of the fabled links.
Jack Vettriano Exhibition
Affordable Arts in Lower Methil, Fife is holding a Jack Vettriano exhibition with a large selection of rare signed limited edition prints including artist proof and studio editions.
Jack Vettriano: The Early Years
This exhibition is a celebration of Jack Vettriano's extraordinary career and will be showing paintings he created from in his 20s until he moved to London in 2000.
Maiden Scotland
Maiden Scotland, one of the longest running and best know tributes to rock legends Iron Maiden, will perform at PJ Molloys, Dunfermline on Friday 26 August!
Oliver’s Army Assistance and Therapy Dogs - Mental Health Drop In
Oliver’s Army Assistance and Therapy Dogs have started mental health drop in sessions every Friday at Crosshill Business Centre, Lochgelly.
Oliver’s Army Assistance and Therapy Dogs Kids Club
The Oliver’s Army Assistance and Therapy Dogs Saturday Kids Club is for families to have a safe environment to have some fun, so why not pop in and say hello!
Positive Currents : Forgotten Stories and Future Voices
Charities from both sides of the Firth of Forth have joined forces to create an exciting new exhibition celebrating the spectacular natural history and heritage of the Forth estuary.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kirklands
Kirklands, built in 1832, has a walled garden, terraces, woodland garden and over the bridge there is 20 acres of woodland with a pathway by the burn.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Tower
Set on a hill, this one-acre Edwardian landscaped garden has panoramic views over the River Tay.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Willowhill
Willowhill is an evolving three-acre garden with a series of mixed borders designed with different vibrant colour combinations for effect all season.
Scottish Works by Paul Yates
World renowned avant garde artist Paul Yates will hold his first UK show in 12 years at the Fraser Gallery, St Andrews paying tribute to his Scottish heritage.
Walks with the St Andrews Botanic Garden Team
Join us at St Andrews Botanic Garden for walks with our Garden Team on the second Wednesday of each month and walks with our Director on the last Wednesday of each month.
Events in Glasgow
50 Pots: A Scottish Pottery Exhibition
The Scottish Pottery society celebrates 50 years with 50 Pots: A Scottish Pottery Exhibition at Maryhill Burgh Halls!
A Wee Walk & A Whisky (or three!)
Enjoy a wee walk and a premium whisky tasting in a local pub with a fun, local guide and see a new side to the city on your trip with this small group tour with Walking Tours in Glasgow!
Alasdair Gray’s ‘Lanark’: A World Made on Paper
This new exhibition is dedicated to the work of renowned Scottish writer and artist Alasdair Gray and marks the 40th anniversary of the publication of his first novel, Lanark: A Life in Four Books.
An Evening with Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham
Join Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham at The Mitchell Theatre in Glasgow on Friday 26th August for a night not to be missed!
BGCP Comic & Toy Market: Ayr
The BGCP is back for 2022! Don't miss them when they return with their popular Comic & Toy Market to The Grain Exchange, Ayr!
Boy Hits Car
Boy Hits Car head over to the UK for the first time in almost 7 years and they kick off their 9 date tour in Glasgow at the famous Cathouse Rock Club!
Bridgeton Cross Retail Market
Browse the stalls and bag yourself a bargain at the twice weekly City Markets Bridgeton Cross Retail Market!
Centre for Lifelong Learning’s Summer Programme
Choose from a wide range of in-person and online classes and workshops and kick start your learning with the University of Strathclyde's Centre for Lifelong Learning Summer Programme!
Charlie Hammond: Workaround
Workaround is a solo exhibition featuring new and existing work by Glasgow-based artist Charlie Hammond at the Hunterian!
Clara Ursitti: Amik
Glasgow-based artist Clara Ursitti presents 'Amik' an exhibition of new work following research residencies with communities in North Eastern Ontario, Canada.
Coming into View: Eric Watt’s Photographs Of Glasgow
The 'Coming into View' exhibition at Kelvingrove Art Gallery celebrates the work of amateur photographer Eric Watt through the mid-late 20th Century.
Cranside Summer Gardens
Cranside, Glasgow's ultimate outdoor drinking, dining, and entertainment destination, is returning bigger, brighter and bolder for Summer!
Curious About Glasgow - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Glasgow with two, quirky, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt courtesy of Curious About!
Daily Potions Cocktail Making Session 18+
Be immersed in a world of magic making your very own potions cocktail at The Root Of Magic!
Dave Archibald
After American success earlier this year Dave Archibald returns home to play his Scottish debut show in St Luke's Glasgow on Friday 26th August!
Demon Drink
This fascinating new exhibition at The Hunterian explores the theme of alcohol in art and the contradiction of the positive and negative consequences of the 'demon drink'.
Dinosaur World Live
Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this interactive new show for all the family at the Theatre Royal Glasgow this Summer!
Endless Summer
Endless Summer returns to The Hug and Pint Glasgow showcasing the best new music throughout July and August!
Exhibition: Artist Studio
On Saturday 9 July, Platform Associate Artist Alice Dansey-Wright opens a new solo exhibition at Platform - 'Artist Studio'.
Fantasy to Fabrication: 19th Century Design Exhibition at Mount Stuart
Journey from sketchbook to finished object in Mount Stuart's exhibition of Victorian decorative art, displayed alongside original design drawings from the Bute Collection.
Festival Village: Merchant City
The City Centre beer garden, Festival Village: Merchant City, is back and better than ever for summer with a new menu, fresh look and all-new boozy slushies!
Fore Play Crazy Golf
Fore Play Crazy Golf is the ultimate destination offering fun for grown-ups! They've got everything from bespoke, locally-inspired crazy golf to delicious drinks and the finest street food offerings!
FREE Open Air Cinema at QPA
Open-air cinema returns to Queen's Park Arena this summer with a selection of 'Cults & Classics' themed films including The Big Lebowski, Pulp Fiction and Big Trouble in Little China!
Friday Night Comedy
Glee Club Glasgow's Friday Night Comedy is the perfect way to end the working week! Four superb stand-up comedians and a great range of tasty food offerings!
Gin Tour and Tastings
Isle of Cumbrae Distillers' Gin Tour and Tastings highlight the important role women played in the history of gin and showcase the colourful smuggling history of the Clyde and the history of Millport!
Glasgow Central Station Tours
Glasgow Central Tours offer you the chance to explore behind the scenes of Glasgow's most iconic and busiest landmarks, Central Station!
Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour
This is a 1.5 hour tour that will take you around all the main sites of the city, giving you an excellent opportunity to find out about Glasgow's rich history and culture!
Glasgow Street Art Walking Tour
Walking Tours in Glasgow is now offering a daily Street Art tour! This mural and modern culture tour will show the beautiful street art pieces scattered around the city of Glasgow!
Good Move Glasgow Health Walks
Good Move Glasgow run Health Walks right across the city which are suitable for all ages and abilities!
Gothic Glasgow
Join Gothic Glasgow's sinister host Vincent (The Man in the Hat), for a unique evening walking tour uncovering Glasgow's ghostly, strange, supernatural, creepy history!
Historic Tours of Glasgow University
Join a Historic Tour of the University of Glasgow the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!
Hope Floats - Skylark IX
Hope Floats is a travelling exhibition which reveals the twisting story of 'Dunkirk Little Ship' Skylark IX.
Human Threads
Human Threads is a large scale, multi-sensory exhibition curated by the Edinburgh-based organisation Artlink and presented in partnership with Tramway!
I See Your Voice, There Was a Silence - Exhibition by Veronika Desova
Multimedia creative Veronika Desova will host her solo exhibition, I See Your Voice, There Was a Silence, at The Alchemy Experiment in August.
John Patrick Byrne - A Big Adventure
A Big Adventure at Kelvingrove is the first retrospective of Scottish artist and writer John Byrne’s illustrious career for more than 20 years!
Kelvingrove Organ Recitals
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum holds delightful daily recitals by eminent local organists and visiting players!
King Tut’s Summer Nights
King Tut’s Summer Nights festival returns showcasing over 100 acts across July and August in the UK's best live music venue!
Ladies Taster Night
Join the team at Wee Tait on Friday 26th August for their Ladies Taster Night where you'll help sample their new cocktail recipes!
Laugh in the Park - Glasgow’s Southside Comedy Festival
After two sold out shows Laugh in the Park comedy festival Returns to Queens Park Arena (the bandstand) in the heart of Glasgow's Southside on Friday 26th Augus!
Live Music at Waxy’s
From trad brands to cover bands and everything in-between a night of live music in Waxy's is one you won't forget in a while!
Loch Lomond Faerie Trail
Loch Lomond Faerie Trail is back with a new trail mystery! Book Now for tickets right through the summer and join in the biggest adventure yet!
Open Mic Night with Scott Nicol
Singer song writer Scott Nicol from Possibility Screams will be hosting CentreStage's Open Mic night in their amazing Café Bar on Friday 26th August!
Peter Powers - International Hypnotist
Peter Powers, one of the most successful hypnotists in the world today, returns to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow with a run of shows in August and September!
Potions Cocktail Class 18+
Join The Root Of Magic on a Friday or Saturday for their Potions Cocktail Class for adults and be immersed in a world of magic!
R-CADE Lates: Over 18’s Gaming Sessions
R-CADE Lates is back! Join the team for their over 18's retro gaming sessions on Friday and Saturday nights!
R-CADE Retro Gaming Sessions
Get your game on at Glasgow's only family friendly retro gaming venue by booking one of their Retro Gaming Sessions!
Raindrops Parenting Support Group
Glasgow Sling Library run a weekly Parenting Support Group on Fridays. Come and meet other parents and talk about the challenges and successes of raising children.
Sea Monsters!
The Sea Monsters! exhibition at the Scottish Maritime Museum, Irvine is a fantastical and fun celebration of Scottish legends and maritime mythology showcasing artists from across Scotland and beyond!
Shamanic Savasana and Meditation
Shamanic Savasana and Meditation with Yoga Meditation Healing Glasgow begins with a warm up of simple mindful movements, breath awareness meditations, and breathing practices.
Sloans Ceilidh
Sloans Famous Friday Ceilidh is back and it's bigger and better than ever... it's a must for everyone visiting Glasgow and any true weegie!
Snoop Dogg - POSTPONED
Don't miss West Coast rap legend, Snoop Dogg, live at The OVO Hydro Glasgow on 26th August as part of his 'I Wanna Thank Me' tour!
Symphonix Rock Orchestra
Symphonix is the epic and exciting, new Orchestral Rock Show you won't want to miss and it's coming to The Barrowlands on Friday 26th August!
The Cadillac Three
The Cadillac Three are heading out on tour to celebrate their 10th anniversary, catch them live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 26th August!
The Comedy of Errors
Citizens Theatre presents The Comedy of Errors, Shakespeare's riotous tale of mistaken identity and reunited families, as part of the Live at No.40 outdoor festival!
The Dockyard Social
The Dockyard Social brings together the best street food traders Scotland has to offer all under one roof... everyone is welcome from families and foodies, to dates and dogs!
The Glasgow Food and Drink Tour
Enjoy a walking tour and explore the thriving food scene of Glasgow's leafy west end with The Glasgow Food and Drink Tour!
UK Pink Floyd Experience
Recreating the sights and sounds of the legendary Pink Floyd live in concert, this highly authentic show, at the King's Theatre Glasgow, features over 50 years of hits by this iconic band!
Uncles
Your Uncles, Rab Florence and Iain Connell, Burnistoun, are back for another round of drinks and another round of hilarious comedy as they set the world to rights!
We Are Compost / Composting The We
We are Compost / Composting the We guides you through three separate but entangled works that follow the cyclical processes of composting.
Weekday Wildlife Walks at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond
The mix of habitats found at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond are what make it such an amazing place for wildlife, Join the team for a series of weekday wildlife walks.
WEST Brewery Tour
WEST Brewery tours are a great way to hear all about their story, see where it all began and, MOST IMPORTANTLY, sample some products along the way!
Women In Rock
Women In Rock are guaranteed to get you on your feet, so grab your tickets and let’s get ready to sing, dance, and ROCK!
Events in Lanarkshire
A Night At The Musicals
From the producers that brought you Girls' Night Oot! Insideout Theatre Productions proudly presents A Night At The Musicals at Motherwell Concert Hall on Friday 26th August!
Bird Bingo
Come and play Bird Bingo at the National Museum of Rural Life! Can you find all the birds hiding around the museum?
Di Maggios EK Presents Friday Nights with Tommy McGuire
Join singer Tommy McGuire who will be singing his heart out every Friday night at Di Maggios East Kilbride!
Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks
Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regular health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!
Glitz and Glamour The Golden Age of Cinema in Scotland
This colourful exhibition at Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life showcases artefacts from Scotland's largest cinema collection!
Michael Cassidy
Michael Cassidy comes to Lanternhouse with his brand-new album 'Wandering As Water' featuring his distinctive brogue voice and new-folk influenced guitar playing!
Strathaven Balloon Festival
The annual Strathaven Balloon Festival returns for 2022 taking place on the weekend of August 26th to 28th in Strathaven's John Hastie Park!
The Glasgow Boys in Biggar
Biggar & Upper Clydesdale Museum are delighted to host an exhibition of paintings by The Glasgow Boys between the 8th July and 25th September!
The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists
Join Peoples Past Peoples Future Community Group as they present their production of The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists at St Columbkilles, Rutherglen on Friday 26th August!
Events in Stirling and Falkirk
Bannockburn House Guided History Tours
Take a tour of Bannockburn House, an historic category A-listed property, which has survived largely unchanged since the 17th century apart from a Victorian extension.
Consumed Roadshow Falkirk
Zero Waste Scotland and Edinburgh Science are together bringing an interactive exhibition to Falkirk from 22nd - 28th August to get people thinking about our society’s throwaway culture.
Coulson & Tennant ‘After it’s Gone’ and Helene Schmitz
The Tolbooth Stirling is honoured and delighted to have the works of Coulson & Tennant and Helene Schmitz opening our Stories 2022 programme.
Exmoor Pony Trekking
The Edinburgh University Exmoor Pony Trekking Section have began the summer season of trekking out of Glendevon and take riders over the age of 4, of any and all abilities.
Jemima Thewes and The Fuse + GNAC
Catch Jemima Thewes and The Fuse + GNAC at the Tolbooth Stirling on Friday 26th August as part of Scotland on Tour!
Kings Park Through the Seasons by Sue Beach
As Stirling celebrates its 20th anniversary of city status, The Smith invites you to journey through Kings Park, one of its most beautiful and beloved sites, at this exhibition by Sue Beach!
Lego Trail
Our exciting family trail now includes LEGO! Fun for all ages, can you find all of our LEGO Argylls hidden around the Museum's First Floor?
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kilbryde Castle
Come and explore Kilbride Castle gardens! They cover some 12 acres and are situated above the Ardoch Burn and below the castle.
Scotland’s National Hero
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Stirling Folk Club Events 2022
Check out all the upcoming events at Stirling Folk Club this year!
Stirling Ghostwalk
Join Stirling Old Town's most grumblesome Ghoul, the Happy Hangman, Jock Rankin, on a creepy, comic guided ghostwalk!
Stirling Speakers - Find Your Voice!
Learn to speak with more confidence and effectiveness with your local Toastmasters Club, Stirling Speakers.
The Adventures of Breadalbane: We Are Giants
In celebration of Scotland’s Year of Stories 2022, Eternal Mountain proudly presents to you our comic, The Adventures of Breadalbane: We Are Giants tour.
Volunteering Opportunity
Supported Scotland needs your help! They are looking for Volunteer Facilitators to run their monthly support group.
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