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Fringe Street Events

Find out everything you need to know about visiting the world-famous Edinburgh Fringe Street Events.

The Fringe Street Events bring an explosion of breath-taking sights, sounds and experiences to the streets of Edinburgh, where you'll be able to catch incredible acts from a diverse range of world-class street entertainers.

This page is aimed at Street Events audiences. If you have an act and would like to perform with us, check out our guide to the Street Events in the Take Part section.

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An introduction to the Fringe Street Events

  • Clothing for every eventuality – Edinburgh can have very changeable weather!
  • If you are bringing small children, have a plan in case they get separated from you.
  • Street performers earn their main income from the audiences watching them, so bring some cash to drop into their hat (some performers also take card!)

The main event areas are right in the heart of Edinburgh – the High Street / Royal Mile (from Cockburn Street to George IV Bridge), Hunter Square and the Mound Precinct, off Princes Street.

The centre of Edinburgh is very busy during the Fringe. We highly recommend walking or taking public transport to get to and from the Fringe Street Events, rather than using a car. The sites are close to Edinburgh Waverley railway station, major bus routes and cycle routes. There are bike racks within the sites. Find out more about getting here.

In 2025, BSL-interpreted street performances will take place on Sunday 10, Saturday 16 and Thursday 21 August at West Parliament Square as part of the Fringe Street Events.

We are delighted to work with Deaf Action to provide British Sign Language interpretation at the Fringe street events.

The Street Events draw takes place every day of the Fringe Street Events from 10:00; once it's complete, we update this page with the daily schedule. 

Street performer pitches: Thursday 21 August

Music, magic, circus, sideshow. You’ll see all these and more in our busker and street performer pitches dotted around the High Street and the Mound. We register over 500 buskers, so there’s always something new to see. Please note: we're delighted to feature British Sign Language interpretation at West Parliament Square today, and welcome local schools to the Community Stage at the Mercat Square pitch.

11:15 Robin V Curtis
12:00 Kozo Kaos
12:45 Harvey Juggling
13:30 SIDESHOW RAMONE
14:15 Steph Ventriloquist
15:00 Freestyle Football
15:45 Xiao Hei
16:30 Freestyle Football
11:00 Rugg Tomcat
11:45 Rugg Tomcat
12:30 Robin V Curtis
13:15 'The Strawberry Show'
14:00 Showtime Magic
14:45 Beano 
15:30 Fire Dancing Show
16:15 SIDESHOW RAMONE
11:15 Yann Elvis
12:00 The Mighty Gareth
12:45 Matthew ‘Von Trap’ Keys 
13:30 Ian Kendall Magic
14:15 Super Scott
15:00 Pete Anderson's @UnstableActs (Ladder/Kilt)
15:45 GAKU The Juggling Drummer
16:30 Siân Brigid
17:15 Jonathan Goh: Planks & Ladders Show (Singapore)
18:00 Mika Harris
11:00 The Brucie Show
11:45 Scott Chocolate Stupid Stunt
12:30 Daniel Zindler
13:15 Going Bananas
14:00 Todd Various
14:45 JAPAN VIBES from ASAKUSA
15:30 The Silent Singer 
16:15 Dan & Tasha
17:00 Streetmagiciandude 
17:45 Jesus Soria
18:30 El Mago Rob

With British Sign Language provided by Deaf Action.

11:15 Pete Anderson's @UnstableActs (Ladder/Kilt)
12:00 BasketballMan 
12:45 Nathan Earl Street-Style Magician
13:30 Sammy Showtime
14:15 Hunter Juggler
15:00 The Hoop Babes
15:45 Corey Pickett: The Silent Show!!
16:30 MR BARBARA 
17:15 MrBanana 
18:00 Yann Elvis
13:00 Welcome Yeongwol in Korea
13:30 Ross Brown - Football Freestyler
14:00 Frisco Fred
14:30 SAXXAS
15:00 Ruby
15:30 Jasper The Mandolin Minstrel 
16:00 Ruby
16:30 Euan Clements
17:00 Accordionist Fil
17:30 One Man and His Banjo
18:00 Michael Ambu
18:30 Really Good Band 
11:15 SAXXAS
11:45 Erica Grande Music
12:15 Mist & Wing
12:45 Ross Brown - Football Freestyler
13:15 Mike Raffone
13:45 D3 EEZY
14:15 Contemporary Crickets 
14:45 Euan Clements
15:15 Pinwheel Sideshow 
15:45 I Am Amy
16:15 The Clown Professor
16:45 Peter Harrison 
17:15 Chloe Whatmough
17:45 Chloe Whatmough
18:15 The Clown Professor
11:00 Axels Street Magic
11:30 Jasper The Mandolin Minstrel 
12:00 Arlecchino
12:30 Elliot Cox
13:00 Safer By Sound Presents
13:30 Shiki Violinist
14:00 Chloëbeth 
14:30 Freak The Clown 
15:00 Jas Josland
15:30 Stef Verhoeven in Concert
16:00 One Man and His Banjo
16:30 ppikppik comic mime show
17:00 The Cool Customers
17:30 ceciliainindigo
18:00 ceciliainindigo
18:30 I Am Amy

On Thursday 21 and Friday 22 August, we welcome local schools and community groups to the Fringe Street Events for a Community Stage takeover – find out more!

11:00 Bartek Dabrowski
12:00 JOJE
13:00 Flute Loops
14:00 X2C
15:00 Luke Gajdus
16:00 The Bucket Boy
17:00 Luke Gajdus
18:00 Whyte Noise

Finale shows: 01– 24 August

End your afternoon at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe with a bang! Our Finale performances are the highlight of the Street Events, showcasing big, loud and spectacular acts at the Mound Precinct every day at 17:15. These pre-scheduled shows are designed to close each day of the Street Events with unforgettable energy and excitement. From dynamic marching bands and grand choirs to electrifying drumming groups and powerful brass bands, our Finale performances are a must-see for anyone looking to experience the vibrant spirit of the Fringe Street Events programme.

Date Act
01 Aug The Edinburgh Samba School – samba drummers with dancers
02 Aug Edinburgh's Voice of the Town Choir – contemporary choir
03 Aug Singergie – community 'singing for fun' choir
04 Aug No performance due to weather conditions
05 Aug The Brass Rats – six-piece band consisting of five brass players and a drummer
06 Aug The Noise Committee – drum ensemble
07 Aug Rock Choir – the UK's largest contemporary choir
08 Aug Christ Embassy Church Choir – church choir singing gospel
09 Aug Batala Lancaster – samba drumming band
10 Aug 3rd Davyhulme Scout and Guide Band – Scout and Guide marching band
11 Aug South London Samba – collective of energetic carnival drummers
12 Aug BAD KNEES – grunge and alternative rock-style band
13 Aug Novas Estórias de Dom Roberto (New Dom Roberto Stories) – dramatisations of folk tales
14 Aug Forget Me Note – community choir
15 Aug Craigie Choir – mixed a capella choir
16 Aug Backbeat Samba – Afro-Brazilian rhythms and percussion.
17 Aug
Spielmannszug Eggenfelden – Traditional German marching band
18 Aug  Hydroponics – Upbeat instrumental folk group
19 Aug The Symphony of Cultural Unity – 58 students of Lotus Valley International School Noida will showcase a resplendent Indian performance
20 Aug West Lothian Schools Pipe Band – Youth (schools) pipe band
21 Aug SoundSational – modern choir
22 Aug Max Ryan – live band performing upbeat originals and covers
23 Aug Saltire Steel – a Scottish-Caribbean steel pan group
24 Aug Spiral Scouts – folk band with a Celtic Balkan vibe

Festival artists: 01 – 24 August

Among the performance areas, in every nook and cranny you’ll find someone exchanging a skill for a donation: portrait artists, caricaturists, hair braiders, face painters, palmists and more. 

Act Description
Iqra Israr Henna artist.
Karen van de Graaf Portrait artist.
Gregg McNeill Afghan box camera.
Alex Emel Caricaturist.
Act Description
Elaine Davidson Tarot, palm readings, crystal ball.
Robin Davies Tarot, holistic therapies.
Daniel Zmuda Caricaturist.
Charles Palkowski Portrait artist.
Laura Ewington Face painter.
Miguel Morin Balloon artist.
Ananta and Neena Henna artists.
Elena Grossi Portrait artist.
Sean Currie Caricaturist.
Nicolas Varela Temporary tattoos.
Yuki Hamamoto Japanese calligraphy art.
Juan Villacres Caricaturist.
David Jimenez Acosta Spray paint artist (Friday to Sunday only).
Pop Miniature kites (Monday to Thursday only).
Haishuo Wu Caricaturist.
Act Description
Iqra Israr Henna artist.
Aiysha Ajmal Choudhary Henna artist.
Gregg McNeill Afghan box camera.
Alex Emel Caricaturist.
Act Description
Elaine Davidson Tarot, palm readings, crystal ball.
Sara Orlova Face painting.
Daniel Zmuda Caricaturist.
Charles Palkowski Portrait artist.
Adam E Holton Storytelling, public typist.
Miguel Morin Balloon artist.
Ananta and Neena Henna artists.
Elena Grossi Portrait artist.
Sean Currie Caricaturist.
Nicolas Varela Temporary tattoos.
Yuki Hamamoto Japanese calligraphy art.
Juan Villacres Caricaturist.
David Jimenez Acosta Spray paint artist (Friday to Sunday only).
Pop Miniature kites (Monday to Thursday only).
Haishuo Wu Caricaturist.
Act Description
Amanda Toszer and Tara Blue Face painters.
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Amanda McGovern Caricaturist.
Alex Emel Caricaturist.
Act Description
Elaine Davidson Tarot, palm readings, crystal ball.
Robin Davies Tarot, holistic therapies.
Daniel Zmuda Caricaturist.
Charles Palkowski Portrait artist.
Aiysha Ajmal Choudhary Henna artist.
Nicolas Varela Temporary tattoos.
Ananta and Neena Henna artists.
Elena Grossi Portrait artist.
Sean Currie Caricaturist.
Sara Orlova Face painting.
Iqra Israr Henna artist.
Juan Villacres Caricaturist.
David Jimenez Acosta Spray paint artist (Friday to Sunday only).
Pop Miniature kites (Monday to Thursday only).
Haishuo Wu Caricaturist.

There’s lots to see at the Fringe Street Events. Here are just some of the performers and activities you’re likely to see during your visit.

 

Buskers

Music, magic, circus, sideshow. You’ll see all these and more in our busker pitches dotted around the event arenas. We register over 500 buskers, so there’s always something new to see.

Street performers

These professional performers come from around the world to perform at the Fringe, using a mixture of comedy, theatre and circus skills.

Living statues

There are plenty of statues in Edinburgh, but not all of them move. Strange characters, wonderful costumes and a surprise await should you drop a coin into the hat. All our living statues make their own costumes and create their own micro-theatre scenes.

Festival artists

Among the performance areas, in every nook and cranny you’ll find someone exchanging a skill for a donation: portrait artists, caricaturists, hair braiders, face painters, palmists and more. 

The Mound – finale performances

End your afternoon at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe with a bang! Our Finale performances are the highlight of the Street Events, showcasing big, loud and spectacular acts at the Mound Precinct every day at 17:15. These pre-scheduled shows are designed to close each day of the Street Events with unforgettable energy and excitement. From dynamic marching bands and grand choirs to electrifying drumming groups and powerful brass bands, our Finale performances are a must-see for anyone looking to experience the vibrant spirit of the Fringe Street Events programme.

Street performers rely on audience participation to create an exciting performance. Many performers will invite members of the audience 'on-stage' to be part of a trick or stunt. As an audience member, taking part in a street event can be a thrilling and memorable experience!

The Fringe Street Events are family-friendly and a great way of introducing kids to the festival and live performance. Many of the acts are specifically geared towards children and while there might be a few cheeky moments, all shows should be generally suitable for children.

The Street Events are a busy place and care should be taken to ensure children do not get separated from their parents or guardians. We have procedures in place to deal with lost children and work closely with the police and security on site, so please tell a member of staff straightaway if you can’t find your child.

We would recommend making sure that your child has a phone number or other contact details with them at all times, especially if English is not their first language.

The Fringe Street Events is a busking festival. This means that the only people paying the performers are you, the watching public. If you enjoy a show and you can afford it, please show your appreciation and put some money in the hat.

Street theatre is for everyone, so if you cannot afford to pay our performers that’s ok. A simple 'thank you' is also welcome.

The Fringe Street Events staff are positioned throughout the event area and will be happy to assist you with anything you need. They will be wearing red tops with 'Fringe Street Team' on the back. We have a dedicated first aid team on hand so let us know if you need medical assistance. All our staff have access training and will be more than happy to help those with additional access needs.

Year-round you can get in touch with any questions by emailing streetevents@edfringe.com.

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