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First Fringe 2026 shows landing next week

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There's only one week to go till we reveal the first shows at the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe!

It still feels like a long way till August, but hopefully this first announcement will give you something fun and summery to look forward to – and perhaps even inspire some early bookings if the right show catches your eye!

We'll be revealing shows on:

Wednesday 11 February
Wednesday 01 April
Wednesday 06 May
Thursday 04 June (full programme launch!)

The Fringe itself will take place from 07 – 31 August 2026.

Plan your visit

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Get 2for1 ticket offers

It's a good time to join our Fringe Friends membership scheme – it means you'll be able to take advantage of the Friends 2for1 ticket offers as soon as the first shows are revealed on 11 February!

Our Friends receive amazing benefits, including 2for1 ticket offers, discounted or free programme delivery and, at some tiers, invitations to exclusive Friends' events during August. Plus they help support the work of the Fringe Society, a registered charity.

Find out more

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Can't wait till August? Visit our YouTube channel

There's tonnes of great Fringe-flavoured footage over on our YouTube channel, including interviews with Fringe artists and our 2025 wrap-up video.

Dip in and watch if you need something exciting to tide you over till next week!

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