Monday 3rd- All – Fringe by the Sea

Harbour Beach Huts

FBTS Admin — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:53:29 +0000

Harbour Beach Huts

Friday 31st July – Sunday 9th August 2026
North Berwick Harbour

Explore local makers at the Harbourside beach huts including artists Rosie Oberlander and Andrina Wright, ceramics by Echo Beach Designs, the popular Love Rocks, handcrafted jewellery, textiles, bold prints and more.

Times vary.

NB Harbour.

Pat Christie: Dawn to Dusk

FBTS Admin — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:38:49 +0000

Pat Christie: Dawn to Dusk

Friday 31st July to Sunday 9th August 2026
Chandlers at 65 High Street, North Berwick

Popular local photographer Pat Christie returns to Chandlers at 65 High Street with her seasonal North Berwick: Dawn to Dusk exhibition series, celebrating summer.

Featuring a stunning selection of sunrises and sunsets, the exhibition will run throughout FBTS 2026.

Visitors can also enter a free prize draw to win a print during the festival.

Free entry – pop into the shop to view the exhibition.

Leuchie Lighthouse Trail

FBTS Admin — Thu, 28 May 2026 10:37:04 +0000

Leuchie Lighthouse Trail

Friday 31st July to Sunday 9th August 2026

Discover 15, giant 8ft lighthouses across North Berwick in the spectacular Leuchie Lighthouse Trail!

Meet Leuchie, the national respite charity behind the event, alongside the artists and sponsors supporting each sculpture.

Together, we’re raising funds for people living with neurological conditions and their family carers.

www.leuchie.org.uk/lighthouse-trail

Wavelength – Sound & Seen

FBTS Admin — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 20:00:03 +0000

Wavelength – Sound & Seen

Monday 3rd August 2026
The Dome
8pm-8.45pm

£5

Discover the future of East Lothian’s music scene at this special Wavelength showcase, where original music videos created by young local bands through the Sound & Seen project will premiere on the big screen.

From concept to cut, these under-25 acts have shaped every part of the creative journey, supported by Queen Margaret University and East Lothian Council Arts Service

This is a seated event. The Dome venue is wheelchair accessible.

If you require further information on accessibility please visit our Accessibility Guide or contact info@fringebythesea.com.

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Big Summer Sing with Voices & Sister Sister Choirs

FBTS Admin — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 20:00:03 +0000

Big Summer Sing with Voices & Sister Sister Choirs

Monday 3rd August 2026
The Big Top
8pm-9.45pm

£10/ £8 (U16s)

Voices and Sister Sister Choirs are back for a Big Summer Sing bursting with energy, harmony, and community spirit!

From rousing anthems to soulful favourites, these choirs will have you smiling, singing along, and caught up in the feel-good of the evening!

Whether you’re a first time listener or a seasoned supporter, get ready to be moved, inspired and thoroughly entertained.

This performance includes an interval of 15 minutes.

This is a seated (unreserved) event. The Big Top venue is wheelchair accessible. If you require further information on accessibility please visit our Accessibility Guide or contact info@fringebythesea.com.

All ages are welcome. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

Sounds of Scotland: Anither Blaw!

FBTS Admin — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 18:00:02 +0000

Sounds of Scotland: Anither Blaw!

Monday 3rd August 2026
The Famous Grouse Lodge Stage
6pm-8pm

Free/Ticketed

Blown off course by a gale that cleared Fringe By the Sea’s showground in 2025, North Berwick Pipe Band are back at the Lodge this year with renewed puff to showcase the diversity and vibrancy of Scotland’s musical heritage.

Special guests include local Scottish traditional music band Fidra Collective, award-wining Dunedin Dance Academy and acclaimed East Lothian singer/songwriter Alex Hodgson, making this a must-see seaside show.

All audience donations from the performance will be given to East Lothian Food Bank. All ages are welcome.

Tickets are free but require booking.

All ages are welcome. Under 16s must be accompanied by an over 18.

This is a seated event (unreserved). The Famous Grouse Lodge Stage venue is wheelchair accessible.

If you require further information on accessibility please visit our Accessibility Guide or contact info@fringebythesea.com.

Drambuie Shaken Espresso

FBTS Admin — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 17:45:28 +0000

Drambuie Shaken Espresso

Daily from Friday 31st July 2026
Drambuie Stand, Lodge Grounds

5.45pm (sessions last around 45 mins)

FREE/FIRST COME FIRST SERVED

Join the Drambuie team at 17:45 daily for a complimentary tasting of the Drambuie Shaken Espresso at the Drambuie bar.

Originally crafted in 1745, Drambuie blends aged Scotch whisky, real Scottish heather honey and herbs and spices to create a rich, smooth and satisfying serve. While its history is rich, Drambuie is about something very modern: bringing surprise and delight to flavours people already love. Today, that heritage meets contemporary coffee culture in this refreshing, smooth serve – simple, distinctive and full of flavour.

Drop by to discover this unique combination of coffee and Scotch-based liqueur, which will leave you pleasantly surprised.

Because when people taste Drambuie, the reaction is often the same: “I didn’t expect that!” And that’s exactly the point.

Sessions last approx. 45 minutes and will be offered on a first come first served basis. Subject to availability.

Sampling available to over 18s only. Proof of ID may be required. Please drink responsibly, drinkaware.co.uk

An Introduction to Ayurveda Workshop

FBTS Admin — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 16:00:03 +0000

An Introduction to Ayurveda Workshop

Monday 3rd August 2026
The Times Lounge
4pm-5pm

£20

Come and find out how the world of Ayurveda can help you find balance in our fast paced life.

In this 1 hour workshop you will learn about your natural body type and how you can live according to your body type. You will find out what your natural body type is and given information and hints and tips on how to incorporate the five holistic approaches into your life tohelp you find harmony and balance.

This workshop includes a goody bag, discount vouchers and limited edition bonuses.

Under 16s must be accompanied by an over 18.

The Times Lounge venue is wheelchair accessible.

If you require further information on accessibility please visit our Accessibility Guide or contact info@fringebythesea.com.

TICKETS ARE NON REFUNDABLE

The Mill Youth Theatre Presents The Murder Mystery That Goes Wrong!

FBTS Admin — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 15:00:02 +0000

The Mill Youth Theatre Presents The Murder Mystery That Goes Wrong!

Monday 3rd August 2026
The Lodge
3pm – 4.20pm

£10

The Mill Youth Theatre presents The Murder Mystery That Goes Wrong, a riotous comedy packed with chaos, calamity and collapsing scenery.

An unconscious leading lady, a corpse who won’t stay dead, a flustered detective and a hopelessly tongue‑tied butler battle forgotten lines, technical mishaps and runaway props as they attempt to reach the final curtain in one piece. A fast‑paced, laugh‑out‑loud spoof where everything that can go wrong absolutely does.

This is a seated event (unreserved). The Lodge venue is wheelchair accessible.

If you require further information on accessibility please visit our Accessibility Guide or contact info@fringebythesea.com.

All ages are welcome. Under 16s must be accompanied by an over 18.

East Lothian Reads Storytime

FBTS Admin — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:30:36 +0000

East Lothian Reads Storytime

Monday 3rd August, Tuesday 4th August, Wednesday 5th August, Thursday 6th August 2026
The Kids Zone
2pm – 2.20pm

FREE/DROP-IN

East Lothian Library offer up a free, drop-in story time for children and their adults.

The Kids Zone is wheelchair accessible.

If you require further information on accessibility please visit our Accessibility Guide or contact info@fringebythesea.com.

Children must be accompanied by and supervised by an adult.