What's on in Edinburgh

Welcome to What's on Edinburgh, we pride ourselves on keeping you up to date on events in Edinburgh taking place throughout the year. From the latest theatre events and live music performances to local activities and fantastic attractions, we keep you up to date daily!

Popular events in Edinburgh

You'll find the most popular Edinburgh events on the website right now, right here!

Edinburgh Intenational Book Festival Themes: Stripped

11th Aug 2018 - 25th Aug 2018

Edinburgh Intenational Book Festival Stripped programme celebrates comics and graphic novels in style, with authors and artists from around the world bring pictures and performance.

Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival: Rumba da Bodas

13th Jul 2018 - 22nd Jul 2018

The exuberant cabaret-swing of Rumba da Bodas are celebrating their tenth anniversary and return to Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival in July.

Dara O Briain - Voice of Reason

16th Nov 2018 - 17th Nov 2018

Charismatic, intelligent, fast-talking and downright funny... catch Dara O’Briain at the Edinburgh Playhouse with his brand new show!

Featured events in Edinburgh

There are thousands of events in Edinburgh every month, here we've hand-picked a few you should definitely pay attention to!

The Scottish Horse Show 2018

17th July 2018
Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh West

Scotland's premier show for horse and ponies, The Scottish Horse Show returns to the Royal Highland Centre on 17th July.

Tai Chi for Life - 6 Week Beginners Course

17th July 2018
Eric Liddell Centre, Edinburgh South

Edinburgh Internal Arts is holding unique 6 week beginners courses in Tai Chi for Life starting on 17th July.

Stuart Mitchell and Chris Forbes Fringe Preview Double Bill

17th July 2018
The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh, Edinburgh New Town

Don't miss Stuart Mitchell and Chris Forbes sneak-peak previews of their upcoming Fringe shows at The Stand Edinburgh on 17th July!

Hottest Tickets in Town

From theatre shows to gigs, snap up tickets to the most popular events in town, here's a small selection of what's trending this week!

Les Misérables

22nd Jan 2019 - 16th Feb 2019
Festival Theatre Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

After nearly a decade since the last sell-out UK tour, Les Misérables will play Edinburgh Festival Theatre in 2019.

Del Amitri

21st July 2018
Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Old Town

25 years after last taking to the stage at the castle, Scottish Band Del Amitri will play Edinburgh Castle on 21 July 2018.

Bananarama

20th July 2018
Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Old Town

Making their Edinburgh Castle debut, Bananarama will play their first ever outdoor gig on Friday 20 July.

Festivals in Edinburgh

From music to film, comedy to books, family to the arts there's a wide range of cultural festivals being held throughout the year in Edinburgh!

Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

13th Jul 2018 - 22nd Jul 2018

Set up in 1978, Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival now presents high quality musicians from all over the world.

Edinburgh Rum and Reggae Festival

21st Jul 2018 - 21st Jul 2018

Take a rum journey around the world, tasting rare and special craft rums from the West Indies, Cuba, South America & the USA at the Edinburgh Rum and Reggae Festival!

MCN Scottish Festival

21st Jul 2018 - 22nd Jul 2018

The all-new MCN Scottish Festival is coming to the Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh on 21st and 22nd July 2018.

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Upcoming Theatre Events in Edinburgh

Whether you prefer comedy or musicals, ballet or opera, our Edinburgh theatre listings will have something to suit everyone!

Wizard of Oz - The Beyond Broadway Experience

19th Jul 2018 - 21st Jul 2018
Kings Theatre Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Join Dorothy and all her friends for this enchanting, epic production based on the 1939 film at the King's Theatre in July.

The Pieman Cometh: A Cautionary Football Tale

20th Jul 2018 - 21st Jul 2018
Tynecastle Stadium, Edinburgh West

An epic comedy odyssey involving pies, swearing, laughter, balance sheets, football and male self-delusion.

VENT.

28th July 2018
North Edinburgh Arts Centre, Edinburgh North

The Scottish Youth Theatre National Ensemble 2018 presents VENT. at North Edinburgh Arts on 28th July.

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Upcoming Family & Kids Events in Edinburgh

Don't be stuck for things to do with the kids in Edinburgh! We have something for everyone and every pocket...

The Scottish Horse Show 2018

17th July 2018
Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh West

Scotland's premier show for horse and ponies, The Scottish Horse Show returns to the Royal Highland Centre on 17th July.

Linlithgow Holiday Club - Microworlds

17th July 2018
Linlithgow Palace, Linlithgow

Microworlds - Zoom in and explore the Peel as you've never seen it before with the Linlithgow Holiday Club!

Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

17th July 2018
Grassmarket Community Project, Edinburgh Old Town

Are the kids bored? Bring them along to a free screening of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory at Grassmarket Cinema on 17th July.

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Upcoming Music Events in Edinburgh

Edinburgh is renowned for it's live music scene, with a variety of venues catering for small intimate gigs to huge arenas hosting the biggest names!

Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival: Swing Swing Swing

17th July 2018
The Jazz Bar, Edinburgh Old Town

Come along for some fabulous swing fun as John Burgess, Brian Kellock and Tom Gordon cover all the classics at The Jazz Bar on 17th July!

Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival: Earl Thomas

17th July 2018
Teviot Row House, Edinburgh South

Don't miss American singer/songwriter Earl Thomas with his cross-section of old and new blues, funk, and soul!

Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival: Laura MacDonald Sings and Swings The Great American Songbook

17th July 2018
Teviot Row House, Edinburgh South

One of the biggest hits of recent Festivals has been saxophonist and vocalist, Laura MacDonald’s “Songbook” shows and you can catch her on 17th July.

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New Events in Edinburgh

You'll find all the latest Edinburgh events that have been added to the website right here!

Splat Messy Play Summer Special - Messy Monsters

25th July 2018
Overboard Softplay, West Calder

Join us at Overboard Softplay for our Messy Monsters themed class with 7 different messy activities including wet activities, dry activities, painting, playdough and a take home craft.

Edinburgh Intenational Book Festival Themes: Year of Young People: Codename F

14th Aug 2018 - 26th Aug 2018
Charlotte Square Gardens, Edinburgh New Town

Edinburgh Intenational Book Festival has been working with youngsters aged 8-14 who live in and around Craigmillar, Edinburgh and in Codename F the group explores a range of topics.

Edinburgh Intenational Book Festival Themes: Stripped

11th Aug 2018 - 25th Aug 2018
Charlotte Square Gardens, Edinburgh New Town

Edinburgh Intenational Book Festival Stripped programme celebrates comics and graphic novels in style, with authors and artists from around the world bring pictures and performance.

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Latest Edinburgh News

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Activities in Edinburgh

Step away from the TV remote, choose one or more from our activities selection, and get out of the house to discover new skills, sports and more!

Xcite Linlithgow

Xcite Linlithgow is one of our flagship venues, recently refurbed with the addition of...

Newhailes House and Gardens

Newhailes brings three centuries of history to life. Originally built in the 17th century...

The Bruntsfield Links

Founded in 1761, the Bruntsfield Links Golfing Society is the fourth oldest in the world...

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Attractions in Edinburgh

Edinburgh and the surrounding areas have a great mix of sightseeing attractions. If you are looking for a fun family day out or a trip with friends, then look no further!

Stick Factory

We design, build and finish creative display solutions & props for retail, exhibition...

New Town Theatre

Under new direction, New Town Theatre is heralding in a new Fringe age of outstanding...

Almondell & Calderwood Country Park

Based around two adjoining estates (Almondell and Calderwood) and with a history going...

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Eating & Drinking in Edinburgh

Eating out in Edinburgh is a joy, with a range of restaurants and cafes on offer and there's a wide selection of places to enjoy a quiet pint or a cheeky cocktail.

The Queens Arms

A hidden jewel below the cobbles of Frederick Street. The Queens Arms prides itself on...

Black Pig and Oyster

The Black Pig and Oyster is a newly opened Iberian restaurant in Leith. With an aim to...

The Flotterstone Inn

Located on the outskirts of Edinburgh on the A702 Biggar Road, The Flotterstone Inn provides...

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Shopping in Edinburgh

If you've got a hankering for some retail therapy, Edinburgh with its diverse range of unique and independent shops is the place to be!

Rose and Ammi Florist

We are a small team of florists and plant addicts. Directed by the owner Lydia Cywinski...

Wangping Travel

Wangping Travel Ltd is the oldest and largest Chinese Travel Company in Scotland and...

Stampers Grove

Our shop is packed to the rafters with all your favourite art rubber stamps and papercrafting...

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