Annual Fringe Care Fest

What began with one resident’s simple wish to return to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe has grown into a much-loved annual celebration, bringing the magic, music and creativity of the Fringe directly to nursing homes including the Randolph Hill Group.

The Edinburgh Interfaith Association responded. With just 60 residents attending that first event, nobody could have imagined how it would grow into a spectacular annual celebration enjoyed by hundreds of residents.

Now in its fifth year, Fringe Care Fest 2026 featured dozens of acclaimed performers from Scotland and around the world, including Australia, China, England, Italy and the USA, entertaining and inspiring residents across our homes from Edinburgh to North Berwick.

This year’s incredible line-up included 80s vocalist LadyPhoenix, Lai Yee ShapeJugglers, TuFlamenco Dancers, Hula HoopBabes, Pitchblenders, DanSandoval, Whyte Noise, CaseWatson, balloon artist MiguelMoran, harpist and vocalist ChloeMatharu, Italian jazz singer AnnaVanosi, JugglingGent and drag artist and vocalist JacquieRanda.

A huge thank you to every performer, organiser and supporter who helped make Fringe Care Fest 2026 so special. Your talent, energy and enthusiasm brought the very best of the Fringe to our residents, creating laughter, memories and moments to treasure.

Here’s to five fantastic years of Fringe Care Fest!