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

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

Traverse Theatre

10 Cambridge Street, Edinburgh West EH1 2ED

We are the Traverse - champion of stories and storytellers. The stories we share are by anyone and for everyone.

Theatres

Assembly Hall

Assembly Hall Mound Place, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 2LX

The Assembly Hall is a well known feature located in the heart of Edinburgh, with a memorable backdrop at the top of the city's Mound, and is a great location for holding a special event!

Theatres

Just the Tonic Comedy Club

Boasting the finest names on the circuit, a top-notch night of comedy is always guaranteed.

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

Reconnect Regal Theatre

24-34 North Bridge Street , Bathgate EH48 4PS

The Reconnect Regal Theatre in Bathgate Lothian, Scotland provides a programme of music, drama, film and dance in the form of performances and classes.

Theatres

Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre

Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre Eastgate, Peebles EH45 8AD

The Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre in the centre of Peebles is the busiest arts venue in the Scottish Borders, staging more than 200 events a year.

Theatres

Penicuik Town Hall

33 High Street, Penicuik EH26 8HS

Performance & event venue in Penicuik.

Theatres

Assembly Rooms

54 George Street, Edinburgh New Town EH2 2LR

The Assembly Rooms are one of Edinburgh City Centre's largest and most impressive multi-purpose unique event spaces, perfect for any occasion from conferences, dinners and performances to exhibitions!

Theatres

Gordon Aikman Lecture Theatre

George Square Buccleuch Place, Edinburgh South EH8 9LH

Gordon Aikman Lecture Theatre (formerly George Square Lecture Theatre) is a stand-alone theatre that can seat 481 delegates and features a large reception area with space for catering or bar set up.

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

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