The Edinburgh Fringe Festival is one of the most exciting and demanding festivals in the world.
Every August, for three weeks, thousands of performers travel to the city to showcase their talent and connect with new audiences. This year Fringe will return on Monday 7th August to Monday 31st August 2026.
From packed venues and outdoor performances to tight schedules and shared spaces, Ed Fringe comes with risks that many performers don’t consider until it’s too late. That’s why having the right insurance in place is an essential part of preparing for the festival. In most cases, Public Liability Insurance is a requirement to perform at Edinburgh Fringe, particularly when venues are involved.
The unique risks of performing at Edinburgh Fringe
Whether you’re a comedian, musician, dancer or theatre performer, Ed Fringe presents challenges beyond a typical performance run, including:
- High footfall, increasing the risk of public accidents
- Equipment that is frequently transported, stored and shared
- Performances held in temporary or unconventional venues
- Illness, injury or cancellations that can lead to financial loss
Without appropriate insurance, an unexpected incident could have serious financial implications.
Tailored Insurance packages for Edinburgh Fringe Performers
Performers Insurance offers policy packages designed specifically for entertainers and artists taking part in the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Our cover is tailored to the needs of performers, giving you peace of mind so you can focus on what matters most … your performance.
What our Edinburgh Fringe Insurance covers
Our policies may include:
- Public Liability Insurance
- Employers Liability Insurance
- Equipment Cover
- Personal Accident Cover
- Cancellation Cover
- Cover for Performers outside the UK
(Please note for overseas performers, we can provide Public Liability Insurance only.)
Why choose Performers Insurance for Fringe cover?
With Performers Insurance, you may benefit from:
- Policy packages built specifically for performers and entertainers
- Flexible cover tailored to your performances, venues and travel
- Protection from unexpected incidents and financial losses
- Confidence that you’re properly insured throughout the festival
Whether you’re performing once or throughout the month, the right insurance helps you stay focused, protected and prepared.
For more information, or to purchase your insurance, please click here: Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2026 Insurance
For more information regarding the festival itself please visit: Edinburgh Festival Fringe