About Pickering's Gin
The Speakeasy Experience is a 60-minute immersive theatre event from Pickering's Gin, hosted at Summerhall Lobby as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026. Hidden within the Old Dick Vet School, guests enter a clandestine tavern where Edinburgh's rogue doctors and veterinarians gather amid animal skulls and illicit research. After signing a ledger and swearing a binding oath of secrecy, visitors are administered two potent, gin-based trials — an eerie tonic designed to stir the senses and a controversial elixir inspired by bizarre early-century surgical grafts. Tickets are £20 (concession £17.50), strictly 18 and over.
Why see this show?
An immersive gin tasting wrapped in local history and forbidden anatomy — set inside the Old Dick Vet School, with an oath of secrecy, animal skulls and two gin-based trials inspired by early-century surgical experiments. A Fringe experience that doubles as a drink.
£20 (17.50)
Thursday 6 - Monday 31 August 2026
17:45, 19:45
52 performances
60 mins
2 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the experience?
The Speakeasy Experience runs for 60 minutes.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are £20, with a concession price of £17.50.
What is the age guidance?
This experience is strictly for audiences aged 18 and over.
Where does the event take place?
It is at Summerhall Lobby, within the Old Dick Vet School, as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026.
What does the experience involve?
Guests sign a ledger, swear an oath of secrecy, and are administered two potent, gin-based trials — an eerie tonic and a controversial elixir inspired by early-century surgical grafts.
Are there any content warnings?
There are no content warnings listed for this event.
About This Theatre Production
The Speakeasy Experience is a theatre performance at Summerhall Lobby during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 60 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.
Experience compelling storytelling brought to life by talented performers. Theatre at Edinburgh ranges from intimate black box productions to grand stage spectacles.
Venue: Summerhall Lobby
Summerhall Lobby is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.
Tips for Attending
- •Check for trigger warnings if sensitive to certain topics
- •Most Fringe theatre runs without interval
- •Latecomers may not be admitted
- •Consider matinee performances for a relaxed experience
Booking Information
Ticket Prices: From £20
Age Guidance: 18+
Content Warnings: None
Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.
Part of Edinburgh Festival 2026
Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.The Speakeasy Experience represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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