The Free Fringe is back, with over 120 shows across the Edinburgh. As ever, there will be no charge to the public, with free entry at all venues.

Edinburgh can be an expensive place, especially during festival time. The Free Fringe is an excellent opportunity to sample some great comedy, and save some of that hard earned cash at the same time.

Why not see several shows in a row? With bar facilities and back to back free shows at all our venues, you can save your feet, as well as your money.

This year's programme contains some big names, all performing free of charge, plus outstanding newer acts, and for the first time Theatre, at dedicated venue: 'Art's Complex'.

You can find our full programme here...

There are also lots of newer acts at the Free Fringe this year. The roots of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe are in developing and supporting new talent. Without a constant flow of new writers and performers, the Fringe is at risk. By supporting the Free Fringe you are supporting the entire Fringe and everything it stands for.

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The Free Fringe: bringing free comedy to the Edinburgh Fringe since 1996.

Winner, Tap Water Awards: spirit of the Fringe 2006

Winner, Chortle Award for Innovation 2007

Winner, Chortle Award for Best Off--Stage Contribution 2007