Edinburgh Fringe Festival
The Edinburgh Fringe Festival (usually shortened to the 'Edinburgh Fringe') is the largest arts festival in the world. For five weeks during each August there are eight shows a day and every street corner is filled with artistic talents from drama to posture, laughter, silly and sad.
The Fringe is focussed almost exclusively on the performing arts, particularly theatre and comedy. Fringe shows can be anything from Shakespeare to the truly experimental, and each year features a wide variety of works.
Some Fringe is spread over venues throughout the city. Some are established professional theatres which sell hundreds of tickets to a performance; others are converted church halls or even living rooms, which attract single-digit audiences.
If you plan to stay in the city for a few days, make sure you book accommodation as early as possible. The best rooms book out a year in advance! For your hotel choices visit www.cheaper-edinburgh-hotels.co.uk.
Address: Various venues around Edinburgh.
Date: 5 - 27 August 2007
Cost: There are over 1 million tickets for Edinburgh Fringe events each year, and 33% of them are bought online. Tickets prices vary depending on event and venue.
For further information visit the website: www.edfringe.com
