The Bath Fringe Festival returns May 30 – June 15, 2025, bringing its unique blend of alternative arts, experimental performances, and creative energy to venues across the city. This beloved event showcases the edgier side of Bath's cultural scene and offers experiences you won't find anywhere else.

Unlike its more formal cousin, The Bath Festival, the Fringe embraces the unexpected. Pop-up performances appear in surprising locations throughout the city, from historic cellars to hidden courtyards. Keep your eyes peeled as you explore — you never know what you might discover.

The Independent Bath Market (June 7-8) transforms Green Park Station into a celebration of local creativity, with independent designers, makers, and artists selling their work. A fantastic opportunity to find truly unique items while supporting local talent.

Fringe comedy shows take place in various pubs and small venues around the city, featuring both established performers testing new material and up-and-coming comedians. Many groups staying at Heron Stays make an evening of it — dinner at a local restaurant followed by a comedy show is a winning combination.

The visual arts are well represented with Fringe Arts Bath exhibitions scattered throughout the city in both conventional and unconventional spaces. Street performances reach their peak during the Fringe, with acrobats, musicians, and performers bringing Bath's historic streets to life.

Staying at Heron Stays means your group has a relaxed, spacious base to return to after enjoying performances into the evening. The two properties in Batheaston sleep up to 14 across a 5-bedroom townhouse and 3-bedroom cottage — bookable separately or together, with free parking and 3 miles from the city centre. Not sure how to organise your group trip? Read our no-stress guide to planning a group weekend away.

Book early for Fringe Festival dates — this is a popular period and whole-house properties near Bath fill up quickly. Contact us to check availability.