The Pleasance Edinburgh

About The Pleasance Edinburgh

	60 Pleasance, Edinburgh South EH8 9TJ
	01316502351
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Pleasance Edinburgh opened as part of the 1985 Festival Fringe with two theatres facing onto a deserted courtyard-come-car-park at an unfashionable eastern end of Edinburgh’s Old Town.

Thirty seasons later the Pleasance has become one of the biggest and most highly respected venues at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, with an international profile and a network of alumni that reads like a Who’s Who of contemporary comedy, drama and entertainment. It a theatre, bar, sports and recreation complex.

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Upcoming Events at The Pleasance Edinburgh

Music

Dean Owens & The Sinners

15th December 2025

The Pleasance Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Award winning Scottish troubadour Dean Owens returns with his multi-talented band, The Sinners to the The Pleasance Edinburgh on Monday 15th December!

Music

Andrew Wasylyk

5th March 2026

The Pleasance Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Don't miss Dundonian musician and producer Andrew Wasylyk when he brings his 2026 tour to The Pleasance Edinburgh on Thursday 5th March!

Comedy

Darren Connell - I’m Sorry Mother

3rd April 2026

The Pleasance Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Darren Connell will hit the road in 2026, bringing his brand new show 'I'm Sorry Mother' to The Pleasance Edinburgh on Friday 3rd April!

Music

John Smith

25th April 2026

The Pleasance Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Singer songwriter John Smith has played to audiences all over the world during his eighteen years as a full-time independent touring musician and plays The Pleasance Edinburgh on Saturday 25th April.

Music

Katherine Priddy

30th April 2026

The Pleasance Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

To celebrate the release of the new album 'These Frightening Machines', Katherine Priddy is heading out on her most ambitious UK tour yet, including a date at The Pleasance Edinburgh on 30th April.

Music

The Puppini Sisters

16th May 2026

The Pleasance Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

In celebration of 2026 marking 20 years since their debut album, The Puppini Sisters have announced a celebratory UK tour in May including a date at The Pleasance Edinburgh on the 16th!

Music

Graham Gouldman & Heart Full of Songs

23rd October 2026

The Pleasance Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Graham Gouldman will perform hits, like I'm Not in Love, Dreadlock Holiday, Rubber Bullets and many more when he comes with Heart Full of Songs to The Pleasance Theatre on Friday 23rd October!

Theatres

Can You Catch the Killer

, Various Locations Edinburgh

Can You Catch the Killer Murder Mystery events is Scotland's largest and most prolific murder mystery events company.

Theatres

Edinburgh Playhouse

18 - 22 Greenside Place, Edinburgh New Town EH1 3AA

The Edinburgh Playhouse is a former cinema which now hosts touring musicals and music concerts. Find out what's on at the Edinburgh Playhouse and book your tickets online with What's On Edinburgh!

Theatres

The Hub Edinburgh

348-350 Castlehill, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 2NE

The Hub, at the top of Edinburgh's Royal Mile, is a multi-functional building comprising a performance space and venues for functions, conferences and weddings.

Theatres

Studio Theatre

The Studio 22 Potterrow, Edinburgh South EH8 9BL

Capital Theatres, Studio Theatre, is an exciting multi-purpose cultural resource for the city.

Theatres

Nicolson Square Venues

25 Nicolson Square, Edinburgh South EH8 9BX

Nicolson Square Venues is a conference and event hire space located in city centre Edinburgh.

Theatres

Bedlam Theatre

11 Bristo Place, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1EZ

Clearly visible from Edinburgh's Royal Mile in the heart of the city, Bedlam Theatre is a fully operational 90-seat theatre housed in an imposing neo-gothic church.

Theatres

The Brunton Theatre

The Brunton Theatre Ladywell Way, Musselburgh EH21 6A

The Brunton is the place to be for the best in quality music, theatre, dance, comedy, children's shows and film - all year round.

Theatres

Lyra

11 Harewood Road , Edinburgh East EH16 4NT

A theatre, studio and foyer designed by artists with young people in the heart of Greater Craigmillar.

Theatres

Kings Theatre Edinburgh

2 Leven Street, Edinburgh South EH3 9LQ

The King's Theatre is a treasured piece of Edinburgh history and a bustling home to popular stage entertainment, staging quality touring drama, kids' shows and Scotland's No.1 panto!

Theatres

Scottish Storytelling Centre

43 - 45 High Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1SR

The Scottish Storytelling Centre is a vibrant arts venue with a seasonal programme of live storytelling and theatre, music, workshops and festivals.

Theatres

Usher Hall

Usher Hall Lothian Road, Edinburgh West EH1 2EA

The Usher Hall is Edinburgh's key venue for visiting national and international orchestras and has been the main venue for the Edinburgh International Festival since 1947.

Theatres