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Events in Edinburgh on 03 October 2025

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Events in Edinburgh

A Trail of Burke & Hare

11th June 2025 - 31st December 2025

Follow a tale from Edinburgh's fascinating history as you journey through the very sites and locations where it all took place on outdoor escape room, A Trail of Burke & Hare!

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Almost Impossible 2.0: Martin Brock

30th July 2025 - 24th August 2029

Martin Brock is back at the Fringe with an electrifying, one-of-a-kind spectacle of slick, mind-bending magic, laugh-out-loud comedy, cutting-edge video production and astonishing illusions!

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Andy Goldsworthy: Fifty Years

26th July 2025 - 2nd November 2025

This summer, the largest ever indoor exhibition by Andy Goldsworthy will take over the National Galleries of Scotland in the heart of Edinburgh.

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ArtSpace in the City Art Centre

25th February 2025 - 31st December 2025

Come and have fun in our family area in the Lower Ground Floor at the City Art Centre!

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Burly Ceilidh Club

Selected dates between 10th January 2025 - 8th November 2025

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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Cocktail Craft Masterclass

Selected dates between 24th January 2025 - 27th December 2025

Join Summerhall Distillery for an immersive cocktail masterclass at their historic venue, where the art of mixology meets the science of spirits!

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Cold War Scotland

13th July 2024 - 4th January 2026

Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict.

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Common Tongue

3rd October 2025

Common Tongue follows Bonnie as she navigates her relationship with the way she speaks, coming to grips with the implications of her culture, and how much she can claim it or ignore it.

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Conservation Hangar Talks

1st April 2025 - 29th March 2026

See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.

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Crafts, Games, Soup!

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 19th December 2025

Enjoy crafts? Or enjoy a boardgame? Or simply would appreciate being in the company of others in a warm, relaxed space with a bowl of soup? Then this is the space for you!

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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt

1st January 2025 - 24th December 2025

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!

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

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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Discover the Joy of Reading in Japanese – Join Our Book Club!

1st March 2025 - 20th December 2025

Are you passionate about Japanese but find it difficult to enjoy the learning process? Then join our Japanese Book Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!

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Dog Training in Edinburgh

31st March 2025 - 21st December 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Dogs Trust Dog School Edinburgh offer training classes for dogs at all stages of their lives, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment.

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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs

23rd March 2025 - 19th December 2025

Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, 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 Cocktail Week

3rd October 2025 - 12th October 2025

Edinburgh Cocktail Week returns for its eighth year as the UK's leading cocktail festival from Friday 3rd - Sunday 12th October 2025.

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Elis & John - That Feels Significant: Live!

3rd October 2025

Elis James, John Robins and Dave Masterman are hitting the road with their show That Feels Significant, don't miss them at The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh on Friday 3rd October!

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Escape the Past: The Anatomist

1st December 2024 - 31st December 2025

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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Escape the Past: The Deacon’s Cabinet

12th December 2024 - 31st December 2025

From Escape The Past comes a new escape room 'The Deacon’s Cabinet', a historical heist escape room which challenges you to outsmart the infamous Deacon Brodie!

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Hooked: 500 Years of Addiction

30th May 2025 - 13th February 2026

From heroin to gambling, from alcohol to love, explore the history of addiction at Hooked, an exhibition at the Physicians' Gallery.

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IKEA: Magical Patterns

18th July 2025 - 17th January 2026

IKEA Museum's Magical Patterns exhibition comes to Dovecot Studios, celebrating 60 years of innovative textile design.

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Innovations & Inventions Tour

1st June 2025 - 31st October 2025

Join The Lost Close for this Innovations & Inventions Tour and learn just how much Scotland has brought to the world!

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Kids Japanese After School Club Ages 7-12: Language, Crafts & Culture

1st May 2025 - 23rd December 2025
Edinburgh South

Led by Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior, this Kids Japanese After School Club transforms screen-based self-study into real-world interactive learning with crafts, games, and cultural fun.

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Live Music at The Botanist

6th March 2025 - 20th December 2026

The Botanist hosts live music from Thursday to Sunday every week! From acoustic singles, duos, trios and full band, we have it all.

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Mad Dog Mcrea

3rd October 2025

Mad Dog Mcrea blend a unique mixture of folk rock, pop, gypsy jazz, bluegrass and 'shake your ass' music... don't miss them live at The Voodoo Rooms on Friday 3rd October!

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Maps: Memories from the Second World War

9th March 2024 - 26th January 2026

Through personal stories, photography and memorabilia, this exhibition at the National War Museum charts the creation and use of maps during the Second World War.

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Monkeys: Our Primate Family

28th June 2025 - 30th November 2025

See some of the rarest and most endangered primates on Earth in 'Monkeys: Our Primate Family' at the National Museum of Scotland.

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Monumental Treasure Hunt: West Princes Street Gardens

18th January 2025 - 27th November 2025

Welcome to the Monument-al Treasure Hunt in West Princes Street Gardens Edinburgh, a cultural & historical exploration for children & adults of all ages to enjoy.

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Resistance

21st June 2025 - 4th January 2026

Resistance explores how acts of resistance have shaped life in the UK, and the powerful role of photography in documenting and driving change.

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RSNO 2025/26: Season Opener: Mahler Seven

3rd October 2025

Join Scotland's National Orchestra and Music Director Thomas Søndergård for this spectacular opening of the new Concert Season!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kevock Garden

1st January 2025 - 29th December 2025
Lasswade

This wonderful hillside garden has magnificent views over the North Esk Valley with a wide diversity of plants and has featured in many magazine articles and gardening programmes.

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Showtime @ The Comedy Attic

25th October 2024 - 20th December 2025

Join us for Showtime at The Comedy Attic every Friday and Saturday for the best comedy this glorious city of Edinburgh has to offer!

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Some Kind of Tours: 5 million years of Edinburgh history in 90 minutes

27th April 2025 - 26th October 2025
Edinburgh Old Town

Unearth the twisted tales of Greyfriars Kirkyard and uncover Scotland's sinister past on this unique, 90 minute walking tour of Edinburgh’s atmospheric Old Town.

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Speak Japanese with Confidence – Join Our Japanese Chat Club!

1st March 2025 - 20th December 2025

Looking to practise speaking Japanese in a relaxed and supportive environment? Then join our Japanese Chat Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!

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The 69 Eyes & South of Salem

3rd October 2025

Don't miss The 69 Eyes and South Of Salem when they headline Edinburgh's La Belle Angele on Friday 3rd October!

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The Beast UK - 86-87 ‘Somewhere on Tour’ Experience

3rd October 2025

The Beast UK have taken the Iron Maiden Tribute scene by storm and they play the Assembly Rooms on Friday 3rd October!

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The Complete stone Roses

3rd October 2025

The Complete Stone Roses are one of the UK's most well-known, most seen and most successful tribute bands, don't miss them live when play The Liquid Room on 3rd October!

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The Crafters Roadshow - The Centre Livingston

Selected dates between 6th February 2025 - 5th October 2025

Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers when The Crafters Roadshow comes to The Centre Livingston!

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The New Jersey Boys

3rd October 2025

Enjoy a celebration of the songs of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons at the Reconnect Regal Theatre on 3rd October!

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The Scottish Explorer: A selection of the Finest Local Produce

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 27th December 2025

Indulge in an unforgettable culinary journey that celebrates the essence of Scotland at Summerhall Distillery's Scottish Explorer events!

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Top Hat

30th September 2025 - 4th October 2025

Top Hat is a heady romantic cocktail laced with sparklingly witty dialogue, stunning choreography, lavish sets and gorgeous costumes. Catch it at Edinburgh Playhouse!

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Unmasked: Exploring Scottish Portraiture

13th September 2025 - 31st May 2026

Featuring examples of painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking and photography, the exhibition at City Art Centre spans almost 400 years of artistic production.

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War Horse

2nd October 2025 - 11th October 2025

The National Theatre’s global smash-hit production of War Horse returns to the Festival Theatre in October 2025!

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Welly

3rd October 2025

Welly will support their new album with a UK tour in 2025. Catch them live at Edinburgh's Cabaret Voltaire on Friday 3rd October!

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Whisky Tasting and Tales

12th November 2024 - 12th November 2025

Taste 4 deliciously different whiskies while taking a journey into the history of whisky in Scotland and its profound importance within Scottish culture.

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You Mean the World Exhibition

25th June 2025 - 18th December 2025

This exhibition explores the history of air pollution and of recycling and re-use in nursing and shows how talented nursing teams are taking climate action today.

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Your Art World

10th May 2025 - 2nd November 2025

Your Art World is a colourful exhibition, showcasing the artwork of creative 3–18-year-olds from across Scotland, at the National Galleries of Scotland: National.

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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:

East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

13th January 2025 - 20th December 2025

Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!

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Weekly Macmillan Cancer Support & Information Drop-in at Clarkston Library

Weekly Macmillan Cancer Support & Information Drop-in at Clarkston Library

Selected dates between 24th January 2025 - 19th December 2025

Every week at Clarkston Library, 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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The Glasgow Piano Man

The Glasgow Piano Man

Selected dates between 29th August 2025 - 7th November 2025

An evening of live music and great food when The Glasgow Piano Man tribute returns to Mr MacGregor's!

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Events in Fife

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Small Business Market

Small Business Market

28th March 2025 - 24th December 2025

Small Business Market is a monthly market based within Dunfermline's Kingsgate Shopping Centre featuring over 25 small businesses each month selling handmade crafts and more!

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Artisan Fridays Market

Artisan Fridays Market

Selected dates between 10th January 2025 - 19th December 2025

Artisan Fridays is a weekly hot & cold food market, held every Friday on Kirkcaldy High Street!

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Angela Barnes: Angst

Angela Barnes: Angst

3rd October 2025

Don't miss this brand new stand-up show from Angela Barnes, star of Mock The Week and Live at The Apollo, at The Byre Theatre St Andrews on Friday 3rd October!

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Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Capturing the Moment: Glasgow Then and Now

Capturing the Moment: Glasgow Then and Now

13th June 2025 - 21st December 2025

To celebrate Glasgow's 850th anniversary, students from Shawlands Academy have teamed up with Glasgow Life Museums to celebrate by curating this touring exhibition!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: King’s Park Walled Garden

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: King’s Park Walled Garden

1st January 2025 - 31st December 2025

Come along and explore the C-listed Walled Garden within King's Park as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

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Good Move Glasgow Health Walks

Good Move Glasgow Health Walks

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2025

Good Move Glasgow's Health Walks are easy, fun and free. What's more, with over 50 walks taking place each week, there's bound to be one near you!

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Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Everything Flows: Music in North Lanarkshire

Everything Flows: Music in North Lanarkshire

28th June 2025 - 19th October 2025

Come hear the memories of local musicians, see costumes, photos and records through the decades or even just come for a boogie at the Everything Flows: Music in North Lanarkshire exhibition!

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Two Tribes

Two Tribes

3rd October 2025

Two Tribes is a comedic clash of tradition and ambition set in the heart of Glasgow's East End! Don't miss it at Rutherglen Town Hall on Friday 3rd October!

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Bruce Fummey - Scotland Made the World

Bruce Fummey - Scotland Made the World

3rd October 2025

Bruce Fummey, the comedian behind YouTube channel Scotland History Tours, returns with a new show. Expect laughs galore and quirky observations as Bruce explains how Scotland Made the World!

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Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Pretty As Pink

Pretty As Pink

3rd October 2025

Don't miss Pretty as Pink, at The Bungalow, with a spectacular light show and live band the experience is only beaten by Pink herself!

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Gabriel Latchin Trio Plays Gershwin

Gabriel Latchin Trio Plays Gershwin

3rd October 2025

A major highlight on the UK jazz scene, don't miss The Gabriel Latchin Trio live at Beacon Arts Centre on Friday 3rd October!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Croft

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Croft

1st April 2025 - 31st October 2025

Explore the special one acre garden of The Croft, on a steep rocky site facing north overlooking the Clyde just opposite Dumbarton Rock, as part of Scotland's Gardens!

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Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Stirling Ghostwalk

Stirling Ghostwalk

3rd January 2025 - 27th December 2025

Take a tour of the strange tales and stranger characters of Stirling's Old Town on the Stirling Ghostwalk... comedy, drama, fact and fable - fun for boys & ghouls of all ages!

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Aerial Yoga

Aerial Yoga

14th April 2025 - 31st March 2026

Feeling inspired to try something new or expand your existing practice? Then join Andriani's Ahimsa Yoga at 3 Wellgreen Lane, Stirling for these Aerial Yoga classes on Mondays & Tuesdays!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Japanese Garden at Cowden

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Japanese Garden at Cowden

1st January 2025 - 31st December 2025

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Events in Other Areas

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A Fairytale for Christmas
Bring your family and friends along to Edinburgh Playhouse and share in the joy of A Fairytale for Christmas, an Irish Christmas night out you won't forget!
Almost Impossible 2.0: Martin Brock
Martin Brock is back at the Fringe with an electrifying, one-of-a-kind spectacle of slick, mind-bending magic, laugh-out-loud comedy, cutting-edge video production and astonishing illusions!

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