COMEDY
Edinburgh Fringe Comedian of the Year
Need To Know Comedy
- Dates
- 6–23 Aug 2026
- Time
- 6:30pm · 60min
- Price
- £5
It’s the main event – our annual hunt for the best comedian at the Edinburgh Fringe. 100 of the Fringe’s sharpest comics go head-to-head for the title of Edinburgh Fringe Comedian of the Year, the trophy and a £1500 cash prize. Each show showcases five outstanding acts from our top 100, delivering their very best stand-up in a bid to win over the crowd and secure a coveted place in the prestigious finals week. Big laughs. High stakes. One champion.
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