Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh
Thu 20 Aug · 10:30
a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
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A free festival will run on 20 August 2026 at a&o Hostel Edinburgh City in Edinburgh. The event will feature comedy, cabaret, and children's shows across four rooms, with admission being free.
Comedy, cabaret, children's shows and more — across four unique rooms at a&o Edinburgh. The best of the Fringe, free or pay-what-you-can!
Join us for four weeks of live entertainment during Edinburgh Fringe 2026. Four unique rooms at a&o Edinburgh City host comedy, cabaret, children's shows, and more — all free or pay-what-you-can.
From morning shows to late-night performances, there's something for everyone. Drop in whenever you like. No advance booking required for most shows. No barriers to entry.
August 6–30, 2026
a&o Edinburgh City, 14 Clerk Street, Edinburgh EH8 8JQ
WHAT TO EXPECT
Comedy stand-up, improv, and storytelling. Children's shows and family entertainment. Cabaret and spoken word. Comedy courses and workshops. From established Fringe acts to emerging talent finding their voice.
Most shows run 15–20 minutes; some longer features available.
CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL PROGRAMME & SHOW DETAILS
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Frequently asked questions
Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh takes place on Thursday, 20 August 2026 at 10:30.
Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh is held at a&o Hostel Edinburgh City in Edinburgh (50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1NE).
Entry to Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh is free.
Tickets for Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh
Editorial Summary
A free festival will run on 20 August 2026 at a&o Hostel Edinburgh City in Edinburgh. The event will feature comedy, cabaret, and children's shows across four rooms, with admission being free.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
Comedy, cabaret, children's shows and more — across four unique rooms at a&o Edinburgh. The best of the Fringe, free or pay-what-you-can!
Join us for four weeks of live entertainment during Edinburgh Fringe 2026. Four unique rooms at a&o Edinburgh City host comedy, cabaret, children's shows, and more — all free or pay-what-you-can.
From morning shows to late-night performances, there's something for everyone. Drop in whenever you like. No advance booking required for most shows. No barriers to entry.
August 6–30, 2026
a&o Edinburgh City, 14 Clerk Street, Edinburgh EH8 8JQ
WHAT TO EXPECT
Comedy stand-up, improv, and storytelling. Children's shows and family entertainment. Cabaret and spoken word. Comedy courses and workshops. From established Fringe acts to emerging talent finding their voice.
Most shows run 15–20 minutes; some longer features available.
CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL PROGRAMME & SHOW DETAILS
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh?
Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh takes place on Thursday, 20 August 2026 at 10:30.
Where is Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh taking place?
Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh is held at a&o Hostel Edinburgh City in Edinburgh (50 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1NE).
How much are tickets for Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh?
Entry to Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh is free.
How do I get tickets for Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh?
Tickets for Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Price
Free Entry
Date
Until Thursday, 20 August 2026
Time
Weather
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