Here are 17 great Edinburgh Festival Fringe children's shows to take the kids to this August.
There are so many different types of shows for the little ones to enjoy this year, including acrobats, circus fun, theatre, comedy, puppet, musical and science shows.
Check out our gallery below for all the details of the best children’s shows on offer at the Fringe this year in Edinburgh.
5. Explosive Science Show
The maddest of mad scientists, Magnus Danger Magnus brings back his epic entertainment show for the second year. Utilising a fascinating array of scientific gadgets with an incredible conglomeration of explosions, experiments, hilarity, and audience participation. Chaotic mayhem abounds in this stunningly stylish S.T.E.M. show with 10 times the spectacle and 20,000 times the voltage of the science classes at school! This is an absolutely feast for the senses, and educational entertainment at its absolute best! Explosive Science Show! will be at the Assembly George Square Gardens – The Piccolo at 10am from August 6-31, except 17 and 24. For tickets go to www.edfringe.com. | Frank Packer
6. Tongue Twister
An Edinburgh International Children’s Festival commissioned delight, part of Made in Scotland Showcase. With show-stopping visuals. (Age suitability: 6+) One man’s attempt to say tongue twisters in as many different languages as possible. Whilst also trying to dance. And make music. And do all the costume changes without leaving the stage. A show where visual extravaganza meets bonkers verbiage and linguistic musicality, Tongue Twister is a feast for all the senses. At Pleasance at EICC, August 8-22, not 9 and 16, 11.30am-12.20pm. | Laurence Winram
7. Darryl J Carrington’s ‘Out Of The Box’
Out of the Box is a visual comedy spectacle featuring world-class tricks, contagious laughter, and a show-stopping, toothbrush-wielding, raucously silly finale. A non-verbal clown Darryl’s accessible, gentle non-verbal style transcends language, making the show enjoyable for audiences regardless of their understanding of English. Packed with surprises, Darryl and his circus in a box take audiences on a whirlwind of wonder. Every time the box opens, a new adventure unfolds, featuring trick shots, circus skills, physical comedy, and laugh-out-loud moments that invite everyone to join in the fun. Darryl’s mission is to make you the star of the show, with no embarrassing moments, just pure joy. Perfect for families, comedy lovers, and circus fans alike. Darryl J Carrington’s show ‘Out Of The Box’ will be at the Underbelly – George Square Gardens – Wee Coofrom, August 5-31 except 18th, at 1.20pm, for tickets go to www.edfringe.com. | Kyle Bunby
8. A Puppet Zoo Adventure!
A lively and engaging puppet show designed for kids under 10, blending puppetry with ventriloquism for an interactive experience. Steph and Layla warmly welcome the children into their vibrant zoo, filled with charming puppet animals, each with their own quirky personalities. However, the peaceful zoo adventure takes an unexpected twist when a mischievous gremlin casts a spell on the sunshine, plunging the zoo into darkness. They need your help to reverse the spell before it's too late! A Puppet Zoo Adventure! at The Live Room at Laughing Horse @ The Three Sisters, August 6-16, 10am-10.50am. | Local Library