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Edinburgh Festival Fringe

3rd - 25^th August 2008 2008

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2006 offered over 28,000 performances in 260 venues throughout the historic city of Edinburgh. With over 1,800 different shows to choose from (35% of which were World Premieres) including comedy, theatre, dance, children's shows, music festival T on the Fringe and so much more. There's plenty for everyone - no matter what tickles your fancy! This year there were even 177 free shows.

To prepare for theEdinburg Festival Fringe,( or the Festival itself), the tips below are useful.

1. Book your accommodation early
   Edinburgh doubles in population in August with people from all across the globe wanting some excitement. Staying outside Edinburgh and commuting by train can be advantageous. A self catering holiday cottage in Perthshire could offe many attractions
2. Get the Official Fringe Programme
   With over 1,800 shows and over 260 venues, make sure you know what is on. The Fringe Programme is released early June, so copy and paste www.edfringe.com into your search bar to keep informed.
3. Book some early tickets
   Most folks decide on the day what show takes their fancy. However bookings in 2007 surpassed all previous experience. The Fringe Box Office opens mid-June, so copy and paste http://www.edfringe.com/area.html?r_menu=global&id=33 into your serach bar to make sure you are ahead of the crowd.
4. Get in the party mood
   During August, the streets of Edinburgh are absolutely full of people ready to party the night away. Most pubs and bars in Edinburgh join in the fun themselves, often staying open until 3am and sharing theEdinburgh Festival Fringe(!) spirit.
5. Experience Edinburgh
   Edinburgh provides a unique backdrop for the world's largest arts festival. Ths scenery, geology and history are truly wonderful.Visit Edinburgh Castle, the Roslyn Chapel to crack the Da Vinci Code or climb Arthur's Seat for fresh air and remarkable views

See also: Edinburgh International Festival