Described by others as "disturbing, fascinating", and by themselves as "slacker-trad", it's plain to see that an evening with Milkweed will not be one spent in vain! This London-based experimental folk duo (voice, banjo & guitar) are visiting Edinburgh as part of their summer tour, and we're very lucky to have them! Their songs are summoned from the deepest rattlesnake pit of folk, reinvigorating the past's worn tongue of tradition with the markers of modern sonic experimentation. None other than Britain's best taste-maker The Quietus said: "There is a very real possibility that Milkweed are making the most interesting, most unsettling, most wonderful folk music around. Worth unearthing." Support comes from the genre-defiant vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Bell Lungs, and a crystalline local act who for very important reasons we are unable to announce until nearer the time, but trust us, this night will be a night divine for any lover of strange, new, meandering, figurative, weird folk from the post-nuclear world.

Auld Cheeky Productions The Edinburgh comedy institution Auld Cheeky returns for its third Fringe to give you the best of all local acts every night. Brought to you by Liam Jackson, Dan McKenna, Rob Raith and Mike Sayers. 'Organic f*ck-it attitude' (Comedy.co.uk). Strong language/swearing

Cobin Millage and Pete Carson Cobin Millage and Pete Carson bring their critically acclaimed compilation show back to the Fringe for the third year. Alternately hosted and headlined by two of the (alleged) best friends to have ever lived, it features some of the best guests on the local circuit, rising stars and some television personalities who stop by for an unmissable show. 'Touching tips? I love it. It’s going to be an institution. Touching tips is my favorite thing to do. I cannot wait to touch my tip with their tips every year' (Jack Traynor). Audience participation, Strong language/swearing

Rory O Hanlon Comedy Having started his career in Dublin, award-winning Irish stand-up comedian Rory O Hanlon is a firm favourite at comedy clubs across the UK and Ireland. Described by Chortle as having 'presence, poise and timing' and by the Irish Times as having 'a joke every 30 seconds', his rapid-fire delivery regularly has audiences crying with laughter. Rory has amassed millions of view across TikTok, Instagram and YouTube. His comedy is guaranteed laughter. Strong language/swearing

RGB Monster A funny show, guaranteed. This show is a trial of routines for my 2026 tour and even though this will be new material, I'll still promise a really funny show. Wanna bet? You wager £10 and give me 50 minutes to make you properly belly laugh. If not, double your money back in cash. 2024 Best Reviewed Show list. 2024 ISH Comedy Award nominee. 2024 British Comedy Guide Recommended. 2025 Best of Edinburgh Fest Australia Cast. 'Howling laughter' \*\*\*\*\* (TheWeeReview.com). 'It's impossible not to like Ollie Horn' \*\*\*\*\* (MumbleComedy.net). Audience participation, Strong language/swearing

As the wheel of the year begins to turn towards summer, join guest storyteller Kate Walker for tales of wonder, mystery and imagination. Expect stories of darkness and light, and stories to entertain and ponder! Hosted by Fiona Herbert. Another fun and friendly session of Edinburgh’s monthly storytelling club held upstairs in the Waverley Bar, with the usual open-floor section for anyone to share a story, song or poem around the theme or otherwise. Featuring a different host every month and a special guest storyteller. ~~~~~ Brought up in a large family in West Fife, Kate Walker enjoys singing and storytelling with all ages. Her stories come from near and far, but she especially likes to tell tales with a Scottish flavour and loves to tell stories with a BIG message, a wee twist or a clever ending! In 2011 Kate set up her own business, ‘Chatterbox Stories’ and since then she has worked extensively with many different groups and participating in festivals and community events in Fife and central Scotland. With a keen interest in the environment, local history, Scottish traditions and culture, Kate uses her skills as a storyteller and teacher to interpret people’s lives, past events and the natural world through tales and song. Presented by the Scottish Storytelling Forum.