Where you can see the best of Edinburgh

So many comedians, so little time! But you can sample the best of what the Edinburgh Festival Fringe has to offer in Chortle's Fast Fringe showcases.

Fast Fringe London

Pleasance Islington July 3

Binge on the Fringe without leaving London! A jam-packed bill of 28 comedy and variety acts heading to the festival in one frenetically paced gig, all hosted by the living Fringe institution that is Arthur Smith.

Full line-up to follow. Tickets available here.

Fast Fringe Edinburgh

Pleasance Dome, 6.30pm, July 30 to August 23

In this unmissable Fringe institution, 12 top comedy and variety acts perform ridiculously short sets in one furiously fast-paced showcase, hosted by the best MCs around. There's a different line-up every day, handpicked by Chortle's comedy experts – check the website for daily listings.

Previous acts include: Ed Gamble, Mark Watson, Glenn Moore, Flo & Joan, Jordan Brookes, Paul Sinha, Phil Ellis, Felicity Ward, Jessica Fostekew, Showstoppers and literally hundreds more.

Tickets available here.

Fast Fringe Family Edition

Gilded Balloon Appleton Tower, 1.15pm, July 30 to August 12 plus August 16 and 17

A new spin-off from our unmissable festival show offers the same manic pace and glorious mix of 12 stand-up and variety acts... but with no swearing nor adult content so it's suitable for all the family  (well, 8-year-olds-plus we reckon) or  anybody who just prefers their entertainm.ent clean

Tickets available here.

Published: 23 Apr 2025