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Shows

Have a look through our selection of Shows! We are sure To have something you'll want to see in Edinburgh this August - from children's shows to cabaret; standup comedy to tragic drama. There's something for everyone at the Free Festival!


List Shows: By Name | By Start Time

Shows sorted by Start Time

16:00

Live Music at Boston Bar (New Town)

Live Music at Boston Bar (New Town)

Music

Live Music at Boston Bar (New Town)

Music

Boston Bar (New Town) / Basement Bar
AUG 7-9, 14-16, 21-23, 28-30 at 16:00 (540 min) - Free & Unticketed

Just turn up at the venue, entry is first-come, first-served for everyone. Donations at the end of the show

Come to the Boston Bar for some lively Irish-American pub music. You can expect everything from traditional live "trad" sessions (acoustic folk, fiddles, and banjos) to upbeat, modern sing-alongs and classic pop covers played by local musicians seven nights a week....


17:00

Live Music at Boston Bar (Old Town)

Live Music at Boston Bar (Old Town)

Music

Live Music at Boston Bar (Old Town)

Music

Boston Bar (Old Town) / Main Room
AUG 6-30 at 17:00 (480 min) - Free & Unticketed

Just turn up at the venue, entry is first-come, first-served for everyone. Donations at the end of the show

Come to the Boston Bar for some lively Irish-American pub music. You can expect everything from traditional live "trad" sessions (acoustic folk, fiddles, and banjos) to upbeat, modern sing-alongs and classic pop covers played by local musicians seven nights a week....


Live Music at Westside Rodeo

Live Music at Westside Rodeo

Music

Live Music at Westside Rodeo

Music

Westside Rodeo / Main Room
AUG 6-30 at 17:00 (480 min) - Free & Unticketed

Just turn up at the venue, entry is first-come, first-served for everyone. Donations at the end of the show

Saddle up for a wild time at westside Rodeo! Edinburgh’s original Western bar, where the music’s loud, the drinks are strong, and the good times roll all night long. Whether you’re here for a birthday bash, hen party, or just a spontaneous night out, Westside Rodeo brings the energy – 7 days a week! Ready to ride?...


20:00

Live Music at Freddy's

Live Music at Freddy's

Music

Live Music at Freddy's

Music

Freddy's / Band Room
AUG 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 28-29 at 20:30 (270 min) - Free & Unticketed

Just turn up at the venue, entry is first-come, first-served for everyone. Donations at the end of the show

AUG 6, 9-13, 16-20, 23-27, 30 at 22:00 (180 min) - Free & Unticketed

Just turn up at the venue, entry is first-come, first-served for everyone. Donations at the end of the show

Dust off your dancing shoes and get ready to sing at the top of your lungs. Freddy's is the all-out, live music party parlour and cocktail house specialising in pure, unadulterated fun — seven nights a week....


22:00

23:00

Live Music at Boston Bar (New Town)

Live Music at Boston Bar (New Town)

Music

Live Music at Boston Bar (New Town)

Music

Boston Bar (New Town) / Basement Bar
AUG 6, 10-13, 17-20, 24-27 at 23:00 (120 min) - Free & Unticketed

Just turn up at the venue, entry is first-come, first-served for everyone. Donations at the end of the show

Come to the Boston Bar for some lively Irish-American pub music. You can expect everything from traditional live "trad" sessions (acoustic folk, fiddles, and banjos) to upbeat, modern sing-alongs and classic pop covers played by local musicians seven nights a week....