Great Festival Moments
The history of the Edinburgh Festivals dates back to 1947, when the first Edinburgh International Festival took place. Since then, Edinburgh Festivals has grown substantially; there are now 11 individual festivals that take place throughout the year, attracting thousands of performers and millions of visitors.
Reminisce and reflect on some of the greatest moments we’ve had from the history of the Edinburgh Festivals.
Moments from the Archives: Literary heroines unite
The Uniquely Scottish Charm of the Edinburgh Festivals
Festival History: Edinburgh International Film Festival
Festival City Stories
And we'll tak' a cup o’ kindness yet, for auld lang syne
History of the Children's Festival
Director receives National Lifetime Service Award
Festival Director Awarded Edinburgh Medal
Moments from the Archives: From Cannes to Craigmillar
Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Fleabag at the Fringe: 10 years on
Modern meets tradition since 1950 at the Tattoo
Festival History: See it here first