Why visit the Edinburgh Fringe?

Are you interested in comedy? Perhaps theatre floats your boat? Or are you a musical fanatic? No matter your preference the Edinburgh Fringe has you covered. Every year performers from around the world descend on the city for a month packed with fantastic events that will live long in your memory. If this alone hasn’t convinced you then these five reasons should ensure you spend at least a week soaking in all the culture the Fringe has to offer.

The Cost

Where else can you see internationally renowned performers for a fraction of the usual cost? You will also get to see a lot of incredible shows before they go on tour. Therefore,  giving you a great opportunity to tell others what the shows are like long before they come to your hometown. In addition, many of the other events and activities are completely free! As a result, there will be plenty of choice for a relatively small budget.

Diversity

Every genre is on display at the Edinburgh fringe.There is comedy, dance, drama so entertainment buffs will be spoilt for choice. Consequently, one minute you can be watching one of the finest standups in the country and an hour later sitting through a modern interpretation of the Bard. With over 3000 performances on offer, plan carefully! Therefore you can make sure you squeeze in everything you want to see and experience.

Accessibility

Edinburgh seems far away from most points of the UK but it is actually exceptionally easy to get to thanks to excellent transport links. Not only is the city easy to get to, you will also find the festival easy to navigate too. Most venues are within walking distance of one another. They are also surrounded by a number of excellent bars and restaurants where you can re-fuel in-between shows. However, you may occasionally need a taxi to travel from the old part of town to the newer part but this is relatively inexpensive and a breeze to organize.

Support

Not only will you see a diverse range of performances, the range of performers will also be vast. The festival is famed for supporting emerging talent and there are plenty of opportunities to see future stars. You only have to look at some of the famous faces who have started their acting or comedy careers at the Fringe to understand the importance this festival plays on the UK cultural scene.

Atmosphere

No audience is quite like a Fringe audience and being part of it is a truly glorious experience. Everyone is there for the same thing- to experience vibrant new talent and enjoy the arts. This friendly atmosphere spreads beyond the audience and the whole city is consumed by it. The hustle and bustle of Edinburgh at Fringe time is not to be missed and something that will keep you coming back to the city year after year.

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