Edinburgh Festivals News

The director of Fringe by the Sea praised the decision to align festival dates with school holidays, as ticket sales have surged by 16 percent, with the festiva

Edinburgh festivals are set to receive a 25% boost from a new tourist tax introduced last month, which charges visitors an extra 5% for overnight stays.

Andrew Eaton-Lewis reflects on the 30-year impact of star ratings, introduced by The Scotsman, on the Edinburgh festivals.

The Scotsman has announced the first winners of its prestigious Fringe First awards for the 2026 Edinburgh festivals, recognizing excellence in theatre.

Edinburgh festivals are projected to incur over £1.1 million annually due to a new visitor levy, with a critical council meeting scheduled for Thursday to discu

The article questions the affordability of Edinburgh's festivals, noting persistent complaints about soaring prices during August. It explores whether costs are

Deputy First Minister Jenny Gilruth stated that the Edinburgh festivals convey a clear message of Scotland being a welcoming country, also providing a global pl

Edinburgh festivals are planning a new significant event to replace the TV Festival, which is relocating to Manchester starting next summer.