Queer Diary

Edinburgh 2026

LGBTQIA+ Fringe performers read their REAL teenage diaries, angsty poetry, thirsty fanfic and terrible tumblr posts. A different line-up of queer performers every night, sharing hilariously cringe-but-true tales from their coming-of-age era. 'Often funny... always entertaining' ***** (TheReviewsHub.com). 'If Queer Diary was held on the moon, the most anti-capitalist queers would be befriending Bezos in hopes of a rocket ride' (DIVA Magazine). Hosted by Beth Watson: 'An incredibly funny, charismatic performer, who absolutely embraces the silliness' **** (Instagram.com/West.End.With.Me),…

This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Queer Diary is by Queer Diary CIC / Free Festival, listed under Comedy in the Fringe programme. It plays at Laughing Horse @ Bar 50, 50 Blackfriars St (entrances on Blackfriars Street and Cowgate), EH1 1NE, 6 August to 30 August.

The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 18+. Tickets are £2.50. Content warnings: Strong language and Audience participation.