How the Edinburgh Fringe 2026 Compares to Previous Years

The Edinburgh Fringe 2026 is in full swing, filling the city with 4,000 performers putting on nearly 60,000 performances over 25 days. While the Fringe is the largest art festival in the world, it’s only one of several overlapping festivals in Edinburgh throughout August. While the crowds are massive, there’s a noticeable difference from previous years. Here’s a synopsis. Old and New Shows The…