Kirkcudbright Fringe

07/06/2026

We are thrilled to announce that the full programme and ticket sales for the 2026 Kirkcudbright Fringe Festival are now live on our website!
Returning from 3rd–6th September, this will be our fourth Fringe Festival and promises to be our biggest and most exciting yet. Audiences can look forward to an eclectic mix of outstanding live music, comedy, theatre, talks, family entertainment and unique experiences, all set against the beautiful backdrop of Kirkcudbright.
With an incredible line-up of acts, performers and events already generating plenty of excitement, we expect many shows to sell out quickly. Don't miss your chance to be part of this vibrant celebration of arts and culture – book your tickets today and join us for four unforgettable days of entertainment, discovery and fun!
https://kbtfringe.co.uk

06/06/2026

Fabulous to see Kirkcudbright Steam Punk Spectacular grow and blossom into such a great celebration and gathering of all things connected to retro design and dressing up culture and people really getting into it. A welcome addition to making Kirkcudbright the creative and unusual town it is; main events on Soaperie Gardens today and tomorrow (Sunday).

17/05/2026

Kirkcudbright is filled with artists and creatives. This is the old phone box on Millflats which has been turned into a tribute to community groups and initiatives and a book exchange. All done by the impressive force that is Sam Kelly.

Update: Sam isn't a member of this group, so we've let him know of the positive comments!

15/05/2026

VOLUNTEERS WANTED

Not long until we launch the new-look Kirkcudbright Fringe website and the exciting 2026 programme!

If you think you might have some spare time over the Fringe weekend (3rd to 6th September) and would like to help make everything happen by doing things like stewarding at venues or selling tickets or driving performers and artists to and from Dumfries, please message us.

We are a really friendly bunch and you even get a free Fringe tee-shirt!

17/04/2026

'We are Saints: A Celebration of St Cuthbert Wanderers' published by the Fringe and Saints is available from Thomson's Newsagents and Kirkcudbright Post Office. Containing reflections on the club's history, creative writing, poetry and memories. It is selling fast with lots of copies moving - a mere £5 so do not be disappointed and get your copy soon! Also available by directly contacting the Fringe on Facebook or Instagram.

01/04/2026

Affirming, up-beat item on ITV Border about Kirkcudbright's bid to be UK Town of Culture. With words from Rosie Ilett and Gerry Hassan of the bid team which has drawn groups together in the town including the Fringe. Along with insights about the town and its special character from artist Michael Johnson and Robyn and Lewie who run Feast and the new Portobello cafe.

Watch the latest from ITV News - Kirkcudbright has become the latest Scottish Borders town to enter the competition which comes with a £3million prize.

24/03/2026

'We are Saints: A Celebration of St Cuthbert Wanderers' published by the Fringe and Saints is available from Thomson's Newsagents and Kirkcudbright Post Offices. It contains reflections on the club's history, creative writing, poetry and memories along with historic and contemporary photos. From the brilliant project the Fringe and Saints did with writer, poet and force for good Julie McNeill. All for only £5.00. Get your copy while stocks last; also available by directly contacting the Fringe.

18/03/2026

Kirkcudbright launches its exciting & ambitious bid to be UK Town of Culture in 2028. The Town of Culture Working Group which is finalising the bid contains Kirkcudbright Fringe, Summer Festivities, Kirkcudbright Development Trust as well as other groups. It has been undertaking consultations on what people would like from such a bid and the cultural offer and future of our town. More details here and a link to the online survey. https://www.dgwgo.com/community-focus/kirkcudbright-launches-bid-for-uk-town-of-culture-2028/?fbclid=IwY2xjawQn8idleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF2ak5kM3llb0llbzNVM2tac3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHkyUV6eGtVfNd9f4dLv2u8XeOHyxHeSROqx5oHBMW5ln7AGRWkvkp0fT4pkC_aem_HG0AdvDoBZ577EaPjxB--Q

The historic harbour town of Kirkcudbright has announced that it is preparing an application to become the UK Town of Culture in 2028 and is inviting the community to help shape the vision for what…

12/03/2026

Kirkcudbright Book Festival concluded last weekend and its many successes are celebrated in a one page feature in this week's Galloway News out today. Lots of buzzing and brilliant events, authors and discussions with engaged audience members. Overall the number of folk attending was up 23% per event compared to last year's Book Week. Great to see such success and interest - and here's to future years!

09/03/2026

Kirkcudbright Book Festival concludes four days of action packed discussions, reflections and events with the wonderful Adam Blake and Susi Briggs playing the Pipe Band Hall. A memorable four day Festival with a great mix of local, Scottish and UK voices.