Edinburgh Unlocked: Full TV Schedule and Live Stream

Get to the heart of the action as Edinburgh welcomes the world. The very best comedy and entertainment from the world famous festival - from the biggest names to fresh new talent.

Upcoming on Live TV

Channel Episode Time
Upcoming Release
Episode 1
Episode 1
Mark Nelson and his all-star team of reporters present the best, funniest, wildest and weirdest shows from the Edinburgh Festival.
Your Time
Thu 13 Aug · 21:30
UK
Thu 13 Aug · 21:30
Channel
BBC Scotland
Upcoming Release
Episode
Episode 1
Episode 1
Mark Nelson and his all-star team of reporters present the best, funniest, wildest and weirdest shows from the Edinburgh Festival.
Time
Your Time
Thu 13 Aug · 21:30
UK
Thu 13 Aug · 21:30

Available for Streaming

Episodes Episode 3

2025: Episode 3

Mark Nelson and his team have more highlights from this year’s festival. It’s the last week of the Fringe, and there are still so many shows that you can’t afford to miss.
Duration: 28 mins First broadcast: 10:30pm 21 Aug 2025
Availability: Available for 16 days (until 21 Aug 2026)
Episodes Episode 2

2025: Episode 2

Mark Nelson is back with more highlights from this year’s festival, including Eunice Olumide investigating how the message of climate change is being made tangible and even funny.
Duration: 28 mins First broadcast: 10:45pm 14 Aug 2025
Availability: Available for 16 days (until 21 Aug 2026)
Episodes Episode 1

2025: Episode 1

Mark Nelson and his star-studded team return to unlock the best of the Edinburgh Festival, with Brian Cox, Miriam Margolyes, a 90s summer and plenty of surprises from across Edinburgh.
Duration: 28 mins First broadcast: 10:15pm 7 Aug 2025
Availability: Available for 16 days (until 21 Aug 2026)

Edinburgh Unlocked FAQs

When is Edinburgh Unlocked next on?

The next broadcast of Edinburgh Unlocked airs at Thu 13 Aug · 21:30(UK: Thu 13 Aug · 21:30) on BBC Scotland.

Which channel is Edinburgh Unlocked next on?

Edinburgh Unlocked returns on BBC Scotland next. Check the listings above for every upcoming airing.

When will Edinburgh Unlocked be available on iPlayer?

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