Events in Edinburgh on 31 May 2024
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Events in Edinburgh
Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path
The forthcoming exhibition Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path aims to bring this talented artist back to public attention.
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An ABBA Dream
An Abba Dream, one of Scotland's top Abba tributes, are coming to Reconnect Regal Theatre!
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An Ant Called Amy
This is a charming and moving story that sensitively explores sibling loss, An Ant Called Amy tells the tale of an ant who learns to slow down.
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Annasach’s Ceilidh at The Counting House
Annasach Ceilidh Band invites you to our regular ceilidh in the hidden gem of Edinburgh’s Old Town, The Counting House!
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Arthur’s Secrets
Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Burly Ceilidh Club
We’re famous for the Ceilidhs in our stunning Auditorium at the Ghillie Dhu, so come along a make it a night to remember!
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By Trial and Error
By Trial and Error is a delightful show of acrobatic lifts, full of humour borrowed from burlesque and silent cinema.
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Castle Street Market
Held in brightly coloured gazebos in the heart of central Edinburgh, Castle Street Market is filled with top quality products and has something to satisfy every taste!
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Cèilidh Mhòr Bothan
Bothan Dhùn Èideann is celebrating its 21st Anniversary with an excellent evening of stories, songs, music and dance on Friday 31st May at the Scottish Storytelling Centre. The event is in Gaelic.
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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, the most fantasmagorical musical of all time, flies into Edinburgh Playhouse for one week only!
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Coding After-School Club at The Pavilion, Myreside
Code Cadets are looking for young tech minds to join their after-school coding club on Thursdays at The Pavilion, Myreside!
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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Daily Tours at St Giles’ Cathedral
Join a volunteer guide for a 45 min to 1 hour glimpse into the history, heraldry and life of our historic Cathedral and Thistle Chapel!
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Drama Classes for Children and Young People in Central Edinburgh
Parents, do you want to help your child grow their confidence and make new friends in a fun and creative way? The Blossom Theatre Project drama classes are the perfect way to do this.
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Eala Shàilein / The Swan of Salen
Swan of Salen is A Multimedia Folk Ballet inspired by Tchaikovsky’s iconic Swan Lake and the parallel Gaelic legend, Eala Shàilein. Catch it at Ecclesmachan & Threemiletown Village Hall in April!
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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs for their Friday Ceilidhs held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
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Edinburgh Dungeon Lates - 18+
It's darker, it's scarier... It's Dungeon Lates! That’s right, The Edinburgh Dungeon will be opening into the darker hours of the night to bring back its infamous adults-only Lates shows!
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Edinburgh Folk Club
We've been the home of regular folk nights in the capital for 50 years. Join us every Wednesday night at 8pm. All welcome!
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Edinburgh Opera Company Seeking New Singers For Carmen
Aria Alba is looking for new members to join our exciting production of Georges Bizet's Carmen at the Edinburgh Fringe in August 2024.
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Edinburgh Rising from the Ashes: 200 Years of the Scottish Fire Service
Journey through two centuries of firefighting legacy with our special exhibition created in partnership with the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage.
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Escape the Past: The Anatomist
Descend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.
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FISHING: An Exhibition by Stephanïe Vandëm
FISHING is a modern exploration of contemporary identities and heritage from artist Stephanïe Vandëm at the Scottish Storytelling Centre from 3rd May!
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Friday Friends
Our Friday Friends programme offers a welcoming space for visually impaired and D/deaf children and their families.
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Fused Glass course
Join Honey Pot Creative Cafe for 6 weeks or individual workshops to learn how to create art using different techniques with fused glass.
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Heidi Talbot
Acclaimed Irish singer/composer Heidi Talbot comes to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Friday 31st May!
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Iain Stirling: RELEVANT
BAFTA-winning comedian, national sensation and extremely funny Iain Stirling, is bringing his intuitive razor-sharp humour to the Festival Theatre with brand new show, RELEVANT!
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Kerrang’d - Live Tour
Announcing...KERRANG'D! are finally visiting Scotland and play La Belle Angele on Friday 31st May!
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Live Music
Come and enjoy all your favourite singalongs and some of Scotland's best musical talents at The Three Sisters Edinburgh!
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Live music at Bar 13
Join us early evening at Bar 13 for live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with Rory & The Island!
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Nature Re-imagined
This exhibition at the Scottish Ornithologists Club presents the work of three artists who apply unusual approaches and media to the subject of wildlife.
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OnOne Salsa: 6 week Salsa Beginners Course
Join OnOne Salsa for these 6 week Monday Salsa Dance Classes for Beginners starting on 6th May at The Mash House!
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Pauline Caulfield Textiles
This exhibition features over 20 large pieces ranging from fans, chasubles and fabric panels, illuminating Pauline Caulfield’s versatile yet distinctive work!
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Pedal Power: Cycling and Activism in Edinburgh
This exhibition at Museum of Edinburgh has been created by groups in Edinburgh who are campaigning to make our city a safe place for cycling.
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Personal PhotoShoot Experience
Join professional local photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh's Old Town for your Personal PhotoShoot Experience! It's a fun outdoor experience perfect for couples, families and solo travelers alike.
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Photography Tuition in Edinburgh’s Old Town
Learn to use your camera in one of the most beautiful cities in the world from a working photographer and film maker! Perfect for solo travellers, couples and families.
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Rhind Lectures 2024
In their most anticipated event of the year, the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland's 2024 Rhind Lectures return from 31st May to 2nd June.
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Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Antiquaries Exhibition
Historic Environment Scotland Archives acquired the Rosslyn Album in 2021 and this exhibition presents images from the archive collections relating to Rosslyn Chapel and the contents of the album.
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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Video Games Music In Concert
Experience the full, thrilling sound of gaming, performed live by an 80-piece symphony orchestra when the RSNO bring Video Games Music In Concert to the Usher Hall!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 101 Greenbank Crescent
101 Greenbank Crescent hides a fascinating garden on a steeply sloped site, with views over Braidburn Valley Park to the Pentland hills.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst
Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House
Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises including a shell house built in 2014, lavender parterres, a rill and fountains!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House
The garden at Stobshiel House is effectively split into four main parts and The extensive collection of shrubs and mature trees offer a fantastic backdrop during all seasons.
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Seinnidh Sinn
Air Dimàirtean bho seo a mach bhith seisean ‘Seinnidh Sinn’ a’ tòiseachadh aig Leith Depot bho 5-6 uairean feasgar. (Seinnidh Sinn is a Gaelic Singing Circle)
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Shifting Vistas: 250 Years of Scottish Landscape
250 Years of Scottish Landscape spans artistic production from 18th century to present day, with a selection of historic and contemporary artworks drawn from City Art Centre’s permanent collection.
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So Far So Good
So Far So Good, an adventurous new contemporary circus show for 3 - 6 year olds, comes to the Assembly Roxy as part of the Edinburgh International Children's Festival.
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Sunset Song
Scotland’s most loved literary heroine Chris Guthrie is brought to the stage in this thrilling contemporary adaptation.
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Swiftogeddon: Eras Tour Pre Party - Debut/Fearless
The clubnight dedicated to worshipping at the altar of Taylor Swift is coming to La Belle Angele Edinburgh for 5 very special pre parties in the run up to the Eras Tour dates!
READ MOREThe Bike Month Challenge with Love to Ride! - Edinburgh
This May, join the movement to create safer, more bike-friendly streets with the Bike Month Challenge and #MakeEveryRideCount!
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The Friday Show
Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!
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The Late Show @ The Comedy Attic
Join us in the wee hours in The Comedy Attic in Edinburgh, where every weekend we deliver nights packed full of unadulterated comedy mayhem!
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The Unexpected Gift
This highly interactive and inclusive dance-theatre performance is made especially for and with children with complex needs such as autism.
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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland
The National Library of Scotland's permanent exhibition provides a unique insight into Scotland’s history, culture and people and its place in the world.
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
The Bike Month Challenge with Love to Ride! - East Renfrewshire
This May, join the movement to create safer, more bike-friendly streets with the Bike Month Challenge and #MakeEveryRideCount!
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Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Drop-in
Every week, trained Macmillan volunteers offer a friendly listening ear to anyone affected by cancer, including those with a cancer diagnosis, as well as family and friends.
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Share a Song and Sing Along
Enjoy a good old sing-along and ‘gie it laldy’ at Share a Song and Sing Along at libraries across East Renfrewshire!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kirklands Garden
Enjoy a day out at Kirklands, built in 1832, it has been the Hart family home for 45 years!
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Brushstrokes
Did you know that OnFife museums look after an amazing collection of paintings, prints and drawings? Want to know more? Then come along to our exhibition 'Brushstrokes'!
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Kirsten Adamson
Don't miss singer-songwriter Kirsten Adamson and her band when she returns to headline PJ Molloys on Friday 31st May with support from Megan Black!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Barry Adamson
Multi-disciplined and self taught musician, Barry Adamson has announced a run of dates which will see him headline Glasgow's King Tut's on Friday 31st May!
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McKinley James
PRB presents a 'one off' live show at McChuills featuring son and father duo hailing from Nashville Tenessee, McKinley James!
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Glasgow Life Museums Annual Art Competition
Glasgow Life Museums' prestigious Annual Art Competition is open to children aged 3-18 who are invited to visit their museums to paint or draw!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Chameleon Lady
Chameleon Lady are the latest big noise from Edinburgh, they'll bring their exciting brand of folk, pop and rock to East Kilbride Art Centre on Friday 31st May!
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Bookbug at Summerlee
Discover the benefits of sharing stories, songs and rhymes with babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers at Summerlee's weekly Bookbug sessions!
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Glitz and Glamour The Golden Age of Cinema in Scotland
This colourful exhibition at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre showcases artefacts from Scotland's largest cinema collection!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Dad Manners
Playing all the hits of Bad Manners, Dad Manners will perform live at The Bungalow in Paisley on Friday 31st May!
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When Mountains Meet
Scottish/South Asian influenced music, storytelling, and striking visual images combine for a musical adventure from Scotland to Pakistan!
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Dee Maxwell: Men, Menopause and Mars Bars
Dee Maxwell, the uproarious comedian and online sensation, is back with a sensational new show that will have you in stitches!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
The Feel Good Project - Fitness and Food Retreat
The Feel Good Project are on a mission to bring you fitness and food retreats and events that make you feel GOOD and the next retreat will be held at the stunning Rachel's Farm in Stirlingshire.
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Gorge Walking
Explore a local Gorge with one of Loch Ard Adventure Centre's instructors and learn how to move over rocks, in water, up waterfalls and through pools!
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Hogmanay Ceilidh (Gartmore) 2023
Step into 2024 in style with the fabulous Burns Brother Ceilidh Band at Gartmore’s sensational foot stomping interactive Hogmanay Ceilidh!
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History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour
Prestwick Airport, just 30 miles south west of Glasgow has had a colourful history since aviation activity was first recorded over 110 years ago in 1913, find out more on one of these walking tours!
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