The Best Kids Shows at the Edinburgh Festival
- Lothians with Littles
- Jul 24
- 3 min read
Updated: Aug 9
With the Edinburgh Festival just around the corner, we’ve rounded up some of the very best shows for kids—perfect for a fun-filled family day out. From laugh-out-loud comedy to magical adventures, there’s something for everyone!
1. How To Train Your Robot
📍 Gilded Balloon – The Nip
⏰ 30 July – 17 Aug, daily at 11:40am
Kids help teach a humanoid robot named A.L.Ex stand-up comedy using green screens and costumes. This show is educational, hilarious, and inventive.
2. The Alphabet of Awesome Science
📍 Underbelly George Square (Udderbelly)
⏰ 30 July – 24 Aug, daily at 12:00pm
Live choice letters prompt 26 wild science demos—explosions, liquid nitrogen, Rice Krispies raining down, and more. It’s educational chaos at its finest!
3. Sea Dragon for Under 6s
📍 Pleasance Courtyard – Beyond
⏰ Various times
Three funny Kelpies arrive at the reef for a playdate. They discover that the coral’s vibrant colours have mysteriously washed away. With the help of Kipper the Sea Dragon, all might not be lost.
4. Amazing Bubble Man
📍 Underbelly Bristo Square
⏰ 31 July – 25 Aug, daily at 11:20am
A Fringe favourite for over 14 years, Louis brings the magic of bubbles to life. Expect loads of laughs, jaw-dropping tricks, and plenty of chances for the audience to get involved.
5. The Flying Bubble Show
📍 Underbelly Circus Hub – The Beauty
⏰ 2–23 Aug (not 12 Aug) at 3:10pm
Maxwell, the Bubbleologist, creates mesmerizing bubble artistry mixed with aerial theatre. This show is a sensory dream for all ages.
6. Cinderella Ice Cream Seller – A Musical
📍 Underbelly Bristo Square – Ermintrud
⏰ 30 Jul–17 Aug (not 13 & 14), at 11:40am
This whimsical reimagining of a fairy-tale classic is told by two ice-cream parlour employees. It’s full of original songs, magical storytelling, and entrepreneurial spirit—deliciously creative and perfect for ages 5+.
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7. The Wonderful World of Winnie the Pooh
📍 Forest Theatre at Greenside
⏰ 30 Jul–25 Aug (not 11 & 18), at 10:20am
The Wonderful World of Winnie the Pooh reimagines the beloved stories of A.A. Milne. It brings everyone’s favourite characters to the stage in a new play with dance, original songs, and live music.
8. A Puppet Zoo Adventure!
📍 The Live Room at Laughing Horse at The Three Sisters
⏰ 7 Aug-10 Aug, at 10:00am
Puppet Zoo Adventure is packed with fun and giggles as animals spring to life before your eyes! Join Steph and Layla on a wild trip around the zoo. There are lots of animal friends who need your help along the way!
9. The Tale of the Loneliest Whale
📍 Clover at Underbelly, Bristo Square
⏰ 1 Aug-10 Aug, at 11:25am
Join Hoglets Theatre for a deep-sea adventure packed with beautiful puppets, hilarious creatures, original songs, and audience interaction. This heartwarming show is about friendship, difference, and the beauty of being yourself.
10. Mr Sleepybum's Dream Machine
📍 Upstairs at Assembly Roxy
⏰ 1 Aug-17 Aug, at 10:40am
This zany, high-energy kids' comedy is about a man who just can't dream. So, he invents a machine that magically brings dreams to life—with dinosaurs, robots, the world's largest blanket, and more! This interactive show is packed with sketches, slapstick, and silliness, ensuring fun for both kids and grown-ups.
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