Like every year, the Edinburgh Fringe Festival is set to grow yet again, with more performers, venues and audience members than ever before flooding into our city to grab a piece of the action. Picking which shows to see out of the 3,314 taking place this year will be no mean feat – we’ve only got between the 7th and the 31st of August to cram in hours of comedy, music, theatre and magic. Whether you live in Edinburgh or you’re making the pilgrimage to our beautiful little city especially for this spectacular month, there’s not a chance of you running out of things to keep you amused.

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Here, we’ve made a list of what we expect to be some of the most brilliant shows this year:

Woolly Eyed Turtle - Cantankerous Theatre

“One stupid town and all its inhabitants played by two ridiculous women”

If you’re looking for laugh out loud funny, Woolly Eyed Turtle is what you need to be watching this summer. Made up of Emily and Meave, Cantankerous aim to blend cultural ideas they grew up with in Ireland by bravely tapping into bold stereotypes and portraying them in a hilarious line up of characters. Look out for awkward results and unexpected twists in their shows.

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Hitch! - Big Sexy Circus City

“Riveting style… everything that is imaginative about modern circus and cabaret”

What would the festival be without a little cabaret!? This hugely entertaining show involving circus and cabaret is based on the like of Alfred Hitchcock and promises not to disappoint! Go along to see this funny, dark, intriguing and entirely captivating show and you’ll want to see more of what Big Sexy Circus City have to offer!

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The Dougie MacLean Project

“A musical hero”

Probably most famously known for his hit song “Caledonia” – this will be an unmissable evening of traditional Scottish music. A must for any festival-goer who wants to get back to the Scottish spirit of it all. This seven piece band promises lively tunes and sensitive tones.

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Hairy Mclary’s Cat Tales - Nonsense Room Productions

“Every child should see it!”

This is one for the kids (or those who refuse to be counted as adults). For anyone who remembers the Hairy Mclary books, this show will give you nostalgia – the return of the scruffy little dog and all his friends will take you back to your childhood! For those taking children along to the festival, this show is a must with its story-telling and catchy songs to keep the little ones captivated!

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Jurassic Park - Superbolt Theatre

“Raptors may be defeated, but every family has its monsters”

The award-winning five-star sell-out spin on Spielberg's classic is guaranteed to have you in stitches. The Park family welcome you to Lyme Regis for their dinotastic DIY adventure. This funny yet touching show is definitely one to mark on your calendar as a must-see.

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