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Culture and creativity are at the heart of what we do at Queen Margaret University, and with Edinburgh, the world's leading Festival City, on our doorstep, we're proud to play an active role in its vibrant festival scene.

On this page, you can learn more about our involvement in the festivals. As a Fringe Village, we provide affordable accommodation for performers during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Every year, our staff, students and alumni take part in the festivals, whether by performing, exhibiting or contributing behind the scenes. We are also proud supporters of the Scotsman Fringe First Awards for the third year running.

Quinn Lorimer filming Jane Bradley for the Fringe Firsts 2025
Âé¶¹·¬ºÅ Scotsman Festival Internship

The Âé¶¹·¬ºÅ Scotsman Festival Internship gives students the opportunity to gain practical experience covering the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Working alongside The Scotsman team, interns create news stories, interviews and digital content throughout the Festival.

Matthew Mooney in theatrical costume ready to spring out of a box during an outdoor theatre performance
Emerging Creatives Fund

The Emerging Creatives Fund supports the full early-bird registration fee for shows that current Âé¶¹·¬ºÅ students are taking to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.