Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh
Wed 12 Aug · 10:30
a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
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The Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh will feature comedy, cabaret, and children's shows at a&o Hostel Edinburgh City in Edinburgh on 2026-08-12, starting at 09:30, with free admission.
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
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Frequently asked questions
Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh takes place on Wednesday, 12 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
The Free Festival at a&o Edinburgh will feature comedy, cabaret, and children's shows at a&o Hostel Edinburgh City in Edinburgh on 2026-08-12, starting at 09:30, with free admission.
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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 Wednesday, 12 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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Hotels within walking distance of a&o Hostel Edinburgh City
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Free Entry
Date
Until Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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