Camden Fringe London 2025 will be lighting up the capital from 28 July to 24 August, taking over 40 venues with more than 400 unique shows. Now in its 20th year, this iconic festival brings a fresh and affordable alternative to the Edinburgh Fringe right to the heart of London.
Across four action-packed weeks, audiences can enjoy a diverse mix of theatre, comedy, music, dance, magic, and more. From award-winning musicals and immersive drama to late-night stand-up and absurd fringe experiments, the Camden Fringe is bursting with bold voices and imaginative storytelling.
Over the month, you’ll find:
- Powerful new writing like Dirty Laundry, a visceral piece exploring sex and shame in a Catholic laundrette.
- Comedic gems such as NEPO, BABY! and Seggs, Green Tea & Early Nights.
- Mythical retellings like The Musical Medea blending Greek tragedy with folk music.
- Family-friendly fun, including To Mars, a playful Martian adventure for kids.
- Genre-bending performances, from contemporary dance (The Forty Elephants) to surreal satire (ELON MUSK: Lost in Space).
Whether you’re into serious drama, laugh-out-loud comedy, or high-energy musicals, there’s a show for everyone.
Here are just a few highlights: 4 weeks
1 (28 July – 3 August)
Catch I’m Fine, It’s Just the Wine (Etcetera), The Musical Medea (Upstairs at the Gatehouse), and poetic comedy in The Dead Good Poets Society (Aces and Eights).
2 (4 – 10 August)
Look out for MISS (Lion & Unicorn), The Forty Elephants (Theatro Technis), and Magic & Sex (Rosemary Branch).
3 (11 – 17 August)
Don’t miss Please Shoot the Messenger (Hope Theatre), Dirty Laundry (Etcetera), and family adventure To Mars (Bridewell).
4 (18 – 24 August)
End the festival with LISA! The Mona Lisa Musical (Hen & Chickens), Escape for Dummies (Courtyard Theatre), and Waiting for U-N-I (Libra Theatre Café).
Explore the full programme by genre, theme, and venue at Camden Fringe
How to Get Tickets
Tickets are now on sale via the official Camden Fringe website. You can browse shows by genre, venue, and theme, making it easy to plan your perfect festival day.
📅 Dates: 28 July – 24 August
📍 Location: 40+ venues across London
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