Forth On The Fringe
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Start date
August 7, 2026 8:00 pm
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End date
August 8, 2026
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Edinburgh Playhouse Events
18-22 Greenside Pl, Edinburgh EH1 3AA
Forth On The Fringe returns to Edinburgh Playhouse on Friday 7 and Saturday 8 August 2026, with three shows across the opening weekend of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
ATG lists the event as a mix of comedy, music, cabaret, circus and street dance, hosted by Forth 1 Breakfast presenters Boogie and Arlene. The Friday night performance is listed at 8pm, with tickets from £32.14.
This is a handy Fringe-season listing because it gives people a sampler-style show in one of the city’s largest theatres, rather than asking them to choose from hundreds of individual Fringe performances straight away.
Key Event Details
| Event | Forth On The Fringe |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday 7 to Saturday 8 August 2026 |
| Times | Friday 8pm listed by ATG. Saturday performance times vary by show. |
| Running time | 2 hours 20 minutes, including an interval |
| Venue | Edinburgh Playhouse |
| Address | 18-22 Greenside Place, Edinburgh EH1 3AA |
| Tickets | ATG lists tickets from £32.14 |
| Age guidance | Contains adult themes. Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult. Strictly no under-3s. |
What To Expect
Forth On The Fringe is a variety-style showcase tied to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The 2026 run is listed as three shows across Friday, 7 and Saturday, 8 August.
The format is useful if you want a broad taste of the festival without having to run around several venues in one day. ATG describes the line-up mix as comedy, music, cabaret, circus and street dance.
Because the event sits right at the start of the Fringe, it can also be a good way to spot acts you might want to see later in the month.
Tickets & Entry
Tickets are available through ATG. The official calendar lists good availability for the Friday, 7 August performance at 8pm, with prices from £32.14.
Ticket availability can change quickly during Fringe season, especially once line-ups and guest appearances are shared more widely. Check the official page before booking.
The event contains adult themes. Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over, and under-3s are not permitted in the venue.
Location
Forth On The Fringe takes place at Edinburgh Playhouse on Greenside Place, beside the Omni Centre and close to Leith Street.
The venue is a useful Fringe base if you want a larger theatre setting rather than a small temporary room.
Getting There
Edinburgh Waverley Station is around a 10-minute walk away. St Andrew Square tram stop is also close, with direct tram links across the city and to Edinburgh Airport.
The East End gets busy during the August festivals, so give yourself more time than usual. Roads around Leith Street, North Bridge and Princes Street can be slow in peak Fringe periods.
Our Tips
- Check which performance you are booking, as the event runs across Friday and Saturday.
- Expect a mixed bill rather than a single-artist show.
- Arrive early if you are moving through the city centre during Fringe rush hours.
- Look out for the confirmed line-up closer to the event date.
Official event page: Forth On The Fringe at Edinburgh Playhouse