Family And Kids events in Edinburgh
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Events in Edinburgh
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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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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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kevock Garden
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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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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Monumental Treasure Hunt: West Princes Street Gardens
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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Family Print Club
Edinburgh Printmakers' Family Print Club is perfect for children as they explore lots of different printmaking techniques and have fun as well!
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Portobello Local Market
Portobello Local Market is a much loved monthly event for truly local food, drink and crafts, held in Brighton Park!
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West Linton Market
A monthly market for West Linton, held on the first Saturday of the month, showcasing artisan foods, produce and crafts!
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Makers Market
Come along to the Makers Market in Portobello Town Hall for a gorgeous selection of handmade products from local makers!
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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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Newhailes Market
Come along to Newhailes monthly market where you'll find a fine selection of handmade goods; from jams and chutneys to pies and candles!
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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
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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Makers Market at Lind & Lime
Support The Makers is delighted to return to Lind & Lime in 2025 with up to 28 makers!
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Conservation Hangar Talks
See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
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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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Arthur’s Amble
Come along for a gentle guided walk around Hunter’s Bog and St. Margaret’s Loch and learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Kids Japanese After School Club Ages 7-12: Language, Crafts & Culture
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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A Spoonful of Vintage
A Spoonful of Vintage is back with a fantastic line-up of hand-picked, authentic vintage traders at Bellfield, Portobello!
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High Speed Seafari Adventure
Experience the thrill of the Firth of Forth on Maid of the Forth's 1-hour RIB trips! Perfect for adventure-seekers and nature lovers alike.
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Your Art World
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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Singaporean Supper Night
New for 2025! Ruzita returns after the sell-out Malaysian Supper Night to bring you authentic Singaporean cuisine!
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The Meadows Tour
Returning after a short Spring special, this highly popular 1-hour walking tour of Edinburgh's Meadows is a unique little experience.
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A Trail of Burke & Hare
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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Sunday Market on the Croft
Earth in Common's weekly Sunday markets return to Leith Community Croft, celebrating local, small businesses, and sustainable products and produce.
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IKEA: Magical Patterns
IKEA Museum's Magical Patterns exhibition comes to Dovecot Studios, celebrating 60 years of innovative textile design.
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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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Scots on the Move: Railways and Tourism in Victorian Scotland
Join us at the National Records of Scotland and find out how tourism in Scotland was transformed by the birth of the railways during the reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901).
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Tang Soo Do
Come and try out the traditional Korean martial art of Tang Soo Do at Gracemount Leisure Centre on Wednesdays & Saturdays!
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Find Out Fridays
Explore a different theme each week on Friday afternoons, during school term-time, with our Learning team at the National Museum of Scotland.
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The Fun and Funny Old Town Tour
This free walking tour is fun and funny, performed by local independent tour guides, it will really help you to know the city and understand something about what life is all about!
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Royal Rhyme Time
Join us in the historic Abbey Strand Centre for our special Royal Rhyme Time sessions for toddlers.
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What’s Up: Dark Matter Detectives
Join our in-house astronomers for the latest edition of our seasonal ‘What’s Up?’ presenter-led Planetarium show!
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German Rhyme Time for Under 5s
You are warmly invited to join us at the German Church for our Rhyme Time for Under 5s, once a month during term time!
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Nurturing Pregnancy Walk
These Nurturing Mothers monthly walks are an informal gathering to meet other pregnant people, to share experiences, ask questions, and prepare together for birth and early parenting.
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Performing Arts Classes
SJM Creative is running Free trials for all classes throughout the entire month of September - come along any Saturday and see what we do totally free!
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Scottish Dance Classes for Children
Let your child explore music, rhythm, and movement in a fun and welcoming environment at the RSCDS Edinburgh's Saturday morning Scottish Dance Classes in Christ Church, Morningside!
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Vogrie Pogrie
Join us for Vogrie Pogrie 2025 from Friday 12th to Monday 15th September. A celebration of innovation, creativity, and pure magic amidst the breathtaking scenery of Vogrie Country Park.
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Buskin Sharks @ Music on the Mezzanine
If you like your jazz, Big Band style, then join us on the 13th of September at Edinburgh Central Library for the Buskin Sharks Big Band!
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Doors Open Days Midlothian
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across Midlothian! This year's event will be held 13th & 14th September!
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Lego Creation Station
Whether you are a LEGO® Master or a LEGO® Beginner come and join in the building fun at the National Library of Scotland!
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Storytime with the author Camille Brunel
Join us at the Institut français d'Ecosse on Saturday 13th September for a special storytime with French author Camille Brunel!
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Under the Stars Outside Cinema
Join us at Norton House Hotel & Spa on Saturday 13th September for a magical evening screening of The Greatest Showman, where the captivating story unfolds beneath a canopy of stars!
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Artie’s Singing Kettle: Scotland
Don't miss out on this unforgettable celebration of Scottish music and tradition when Artie's Singing Kettle comes to Church Hill Theatre on 14th September!
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B’s Vintage Market
Scotland's premier vintage market returns to the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on Sunday 14th September with their Autumn edition!
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Edinburgh Kiltwalk
The Kiltwalk is back in the Capital on Sunday 14th September! Join in and raise money for your chosen charity at the same time.
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Edinburgh Riding of the Marches 2025 and Edinburgh 900 People’s Procession
One of Edinburgh’s largest public events, The Edinburgh Riding of the Marches, is taking place on Sunday 14th September and will be part of the closing ceremony for the Edinburgh 900 Celebrations!
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Ice Cream Breakfast Mornings
Fancy a wee treat? Join Ms Crème De La Cream's breakfast ice cream taster sessions at Stockbridge market.
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Rudsambee at St Giles: Scotland at Night
Enjoy a night of beautiful music when Rudsambee present their late Summer concert, with a Scottish theme, at St Giles' Cathedral on Sunday 14th September!
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The McDougalls: Pirate Adventure
Packed with singalong songs such as Row Row Row Your Boat and A Sailor Went to Sea, join The McDougalls for a fun-filled afternoon at Reconnect Howden Park on Sunday 14th September!
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The Scottish Mile 2025
Take on the Scottish Mile Running Challenge on 14th September and experience one of the fastest mile races in Edinburgh!
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Edinburgh Art Fair
The annual Edinburgh Art Fair, celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025, returns to Edinburgh Corn Exchange this September!
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Old Town Ghost Walk
Join North Edinburgh Nightmares for a night of thrills and chills in Edinburgh's Old Town that you won't soon forget!
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Beautiful Chaos 2.0 Premiere
Blending contemporary dance, film, and poetry, Beautiful Chaos 2.0 is a vibrant exploration of friendship, shifting identities, and the beauty of cultural connection!
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Come and Try Orienteering at Bonaly Country Park
Edinburgh Southern Orienteering Club is holding a family-friendly, Come and Try Orienteering, afternoon on Saturday 20th September at Bonaly Country Park.
READ MOREDoors Open Days West Lothian
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across West Lothian! This year's event will be held on 20th & 21st September!
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Edinburgh & East of Scotland Cat Club Show
Come along and see the beautiful cats at the Edinburgh and East of Scotland Cat Club Show on Saturday, 20th September!
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Haunted Leith Ghost Walk
Join North Edinburgh Nightmares this September on a hair-raising ghost walk through the historic back streets of Leith!
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Magic Moments from Stage and Screen
After the success of last year’s ‘Pick of the Pops’ concert, The Corstorphine Trust welcomes back Nicola MacRae to the Astoria Centre on Saturday 20th September!
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Queensferry Folk Festival
Queensferry's Annual Folk Festival returns on Saturday 20th September with a fantastic line up... don't miss it!
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Beneath: An Oak & Ember Exhibition
Beneath: An Oak & Ember Exhibition, is a descent into the unseen, the buried, the hidden. Catch it at Whitespace Edinburgh!
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Halloween @ ‘The Anatomist’ Escape Room
With the nights drawing in and halloween just around the corner, what better time to take on Edinburgh's spookiest escape room 'The Anatomist' at Escape The Past.
READ MOREAlex and Jane @ Music on the Mezzanine
Enjoy some country, some humorous, some classic pop - just an easy-going mixture of guitar and harmonies at Edinburgh Central Library on Saturday 27th September!
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Children’s Book Festival at the Institut français d’Écosse
Calling all young readers, curious minds, and budding storytellers! Join us at the Institut français d’Écosse for the Children’s Book Festival on Saturday 27th September!
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Coding Saturday Club - Edinburgh
Code Cadets are launching a new Saturday Coding Club at the University of Edinburgh’s Pleasance campus with a FREE trial session for children aged 7-14 on Saturday 27th September!
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Doors Open Day: Adam Smith’s Panmure House
Explore the historic Adam Smith's Panmure House in the heart of Edinburgh for Doors Open Day weekend!
READ MOREDoors Open Days - East Lothian
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across East Lothian! This year's event will be held on 27th & 28th September!
READ MOREDoors Open Days - Edinburgh
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across Edinburgh! This year's event will be held on September 27th & 28th!
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Edinburgh Open Workshop - Doors Open Day
Discover creativity on your doorstep as Edinburgh Open Workshop invites you to step inside for Doors Open Day 2025 on Saturday 27th September!
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Family Weekend at Hopetoun House
Join us on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th September for a fun-filled Family Weekend as we wrap up the season in style at Scotland’s finest stately home.
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Opera Caledonia: Shades of Night
Don't miss American soprano Kira Kaplan when she performs alongside Derek Clark, Scottish Opera’s celebrated former Head of Music, at the Edinburgh Society of Musicians on 27th September!
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PHASE 25 - Esports and Gaming Festival
Don't miss PHASE, an exhilarating two-day event designed to engage gamers, esports enthusiasts, content creators, students, and families at Murrayfield Stadium on 27th & 28th September!
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Science Saturday with Maths Week Scotland
Join us for Science Saturday with Maths Week Scotland in Hawthornden Court at the National Museum of Scotland on 27th September!
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Scottish Autumn Flower Show and Sale
There's something for everyone at Scotland's biggest and best Autumn flower show and sale run by the Scottish Rock Garden Club on 27th September at Reconnect Howden Park!
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Shine Night Walk Edinburgh
Join Cancer Research UK on Saturday 27th September for the Shine Night Walk Edinburgh and join in the fight to beat cancer!
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All Things Baby & Beyond: Spotlight on Sleep
Calling all parents-to-be and new parents. Join our Nursery team at John Lewis Edinburgh on Sunday 28th September to learn about this new stage of your life and our All Things Baby service!
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Barnton Bunker Open Day
Join us on Sunday, September 28th at Barnton Bunker to celebrate the official launch of our new community garden!
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Legends, Myths and Maths: A Journey Through Scotland
Join author David Macphail at the National Museum of Scotland on 28th September, to explore the myths, legends, wildlife and landscapes of Scotland, with hidden maths, as part of Maths Week Scotland!
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Liquid Identities Festival
Come along to the Assembly Roxy, Edinburgh, on 28th September 2025 for Liquid Identities, a vibrant celebration of Scotland's ESEA creativity and the first-of-its-kind festival in Scotland!
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Macrame Workshop - Plant Hangers
Spend a relaxing day in The Edinburgh Sewcial Club studio on 28th September, learning fun and addictive macramé techniques as you knot your own plant hanger.
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Hercules the Bear
Combining physical comedy and puppetry, Hercules the Bear tells the wild, funny and touching true story of how a very special grizzly bear became a folk legend.
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European Wooden Surfboard Meet 2025
The European Wooden Surfboard Meet 2025 comes to Scotland for the first time at Lost Shore Surf Resort from 3rd to 5th October.
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Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park
Join us this October for spook-tacular Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park!
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Monsters and Myths Trail
This October, embark on the Monsters & Myths Trail – a thrilling journey where legendary creatures come to life!
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Dusherra 2025
Dusherra, the flagship annual event of the Scottish Indian Arts Forum, returns on Saturday 4th October at the top of Calton Hill.
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Edinburgh BMX Workshops
If your kid loves bikes (or just needs a bit of encouragement), The Scottish BMX School's workshops are a brilliant way to get them moving, learning, and smiling!
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Family Film Screenings
Book our Family Planetarium Films! Celebrate spooky session with these classic adventures, showing at 10am on selected dates in October.
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The Little Children’s Market Scotland - Musselburgh
The Little Children's Market Scotland comes to Musselburgh on Sunday 5th October with amazing baby & children's preloved goodies up for grabs!
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Riverdance
To celebrate an incredible 30th year milestone, Riverdance will embark on a special anniversary tour in 2025, bringing its magic to the Edinburgh Playhouse in October!
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The Paper Dolls
When a little girl cuts out a string of paper dolls she takes them by the hand and together they go on a fantastical adventure whirling through their home and garden.
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Come for the Yacht, stay for the scones
Are you looking for something fun to do this October holidays in Edinburgh? Then bring the whole crew and follow in the footsteps of Royalty aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia!
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Comic Con Scotland
Comic Con Scotland, one of Europe's largest pop culture conventions, returns to the Royal Highland Centre on 11th and 12th October 2025!
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Great Big Living History Week
Especially for the October Holidays sites all over Scotland will be hosting characters throughout history including Edinburgh Castle.
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Halloween Days
Come along to our Halloween Days at Conifox Adventure Park this October, it's a spine-tingling adventure for the whole family!
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October Half Term: Make Do and Mend
Learn how to patch clothes and knit an old pullover into something new. Then get hands on with RAF uniform items and find out how they were re-used and recycled after the war.
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The Mythical Mystery Hunt
This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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Edinburgh October Camp 2025 at George Watson’s College
Exercise your child's mind this October Half Term at the Miniversity Creative Learning Club, suitable for children age 5-12 years!
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Holyrood Family Adventure
Discover more about Holyrood's wildlife, history and volcanic landscape with these fun filled sessions in the dramatic landscape of Holyrood Park.
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October Holiday Club
Join the Dynamic Earth team for four days of discovery and adventure this October with our October Holiday Club in Edinburgh.
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The McDougalls: Halloween Party Show
Join Max and Auntie Aggie for their Halloween Party, filled with tricks and treats, guaranteed to have you screaming with laughter!
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Autumn Explorers
Edinburgh Zoo's Autumn Explorer programme returns in 2025. It's a great opportunity to introduce your children to the wonderful world of wildlife at Edinburgh Zoo!
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Artie’s Singing Kettle - Halloween
Join Artie's Singing Kettle 'Halloween' show for a spooktacular extravaganza at the Corn Exchange Haddington on Wednesday 15th October!
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The McDougalls : Halloween Party
Join Max and Auntie Aggie for their Halloween Party, filled with tricks and treats, guaranteed to have you screaming with laughter!
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You Choose
Nonsense Room Productions bring You Choose, their fantastic interactive musical show for all the family, to Reconnect Regal Theatre on 16th October!
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Dino Tales- Jurassic Rescue
Put on your safari hats and get ready for some ranger danger and roarsome routines when Dino Tales- Jurassic Rescue comes to the Assembly Rooms on 17th October!
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Halloween Fireworks Nights
Conifox Adventure Park is back with a bang this autumn with their Halloween Fireworks Nights!
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Book event: Sibeal Pounder
Do you have the GUTS to join the Fright Club? Join bestselling children’s author Sibeal Pounder to celebrate the publication of her brand new spooky book series, Fright Club.
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Little Scare-lings at Dobbies Edinburgh
By order of the Wizarding Council: You're invited to a Halloween tea party of magical proportions at Dobbies Edinburgh this Halloween!
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By order of the Wizarding Council: You're invited to a Halloween tea party of magical proportions at Dobbies Livingston this Halloween!
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Carve A Treat
Over the weekend before Halloween, stop by to carve our animals a spooktacular treat!
READ MOREChristine Hurley @ Music on the Mezzanine
Enjoy a lyrical lunchtime recital with solo cellist Christine Hurley at Edinburgh Central Library on Saturday 25th October!
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Curiosity Club
Leave your grown-ups at the door and jump into a Curiosity Club for these exciting, hands-on sessions for curious kids aged 7 – 11 at the National Museum of Scotland!
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Edin-boo! Castle: Halloween Shenanigans
Some special guests await you in the Great Hall at Edinburgh Castle and they have a story to tell!
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Pup-kin Patch at Dobbies Edinburgh
Bring your furry friends to Dobbies Edinburgh for a special dog-friendly event where your pup can pick their very own autumn-themed toy from our doggie pumpkin patch!
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Bring your furry friends to Dobbies Livingston for a special dog-friendly event where your pup can pick their very own autumn-themed toy from our doggie pumpkin patch
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Children’s Classic Concerts: Fright at the Museum
Join Children's Classic Concerts, the RSNO and the RSNO Children's Chorus for this perfectly curated creepy concert at Edinburgh's Usher Hall!
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The Eric Liddell Community - 45th Anniversary Celebration
The Eric Liddell Community is celebrating its 45th anniversary with a special evening of music from pupils at James Gillespie’s and Boroughmuir High School on Thursday 30th October!
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Fright Night: Silent Movie Screening with Live Score
Silent Screen Scotland returns to Edinburgh with "Fright Night: Silent Movie Screening" - a candlelit screening of Nosferatu accompanied by live score at the Institut français d'Écosse!
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Newhailes Haunted House Tour (Kids Edition)
Do you believe in ghosts? Join us this Halloween for a special family frightmare inside Newhailes House!
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KIDZ BOP Live Certified BOP Tour
The KIDZ BOP Kids, Aleah, Cliff, Matty and Shila, are bringing their LIVE Certified BOP Tour back to the UK! Don't miss them live at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Saturday 1st November!
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Newhailes Haunted Halloween Trail
Come and visit our haunted trail this Halloween, walk through the estate and follow the clues, finishing up in our front lawn for fun games. Its going to be spooktacular.
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Starlight Walk Edinburgh
Join Sands, the stillbirth & neonatal death charity, on Saturday 1st November for the Starlight Walk Edinburgh!
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The Enchanted Snake
Join Dunedin Consort at the Lyra Theatre for a fantastical, musical adventure and journey with them through magical realms for The Enchanted Snake!
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Edinburgh Diwali
The South Asian festival of Diwali, which is celebrated by different cultures and religions all over the world, returns to Edinburgh with a multi-cultural feast of light, music and dance!
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Fawkes Festival: Royal Highland Centre
Get ready to be blown away when Scotland’s fabulous fireworks extravaganza Fawkes Festival returns to the Royal Highland Centre in November!
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Insane Championship Wrestling: We’re No Fae Here
Insane Championship Wrestling heads to the Edinburgh Corn Exchange on Sunday 2nd November!
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Meet the Gruffal...Oh! Storytelling Event
Join Whirly Gig at Bridgend Farmhouse Cafe for a fun and engaging session including a fox in a suit, a rather dashing owl, and who knows.. maybe there is such a thing as a Gruffal.....O!
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The Jack & Jill Market - Edinburgh
Shop smartly, be savvy and save money at The Jack & Jill Market on the Sunday 2nd November at Granton Refectory Hall, Edinburgh College!
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Edinburgh Gang Show
The Edinburgh Gang Show returns to the Festival Theatre in November 2025 for another brilliant week of making memories and bringing joy to Edinburgh!
READ MOREBristo Community Concert Band @ Music on the Mezzanine
Enjoy some fantastic music from Bristo Community Concert Band at Edinburgh Central Library on Saturday 8th November!
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Edinburgh Zoo Giant Lanterns
Edinburgh Zoo's award-winning Giant Lanterns event is back this winter, for the first time in six years, with a never-before-seen theme, featuring all things aquatic!
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Around the World Starflyer
Try it if you dare! The Starflyer is back at Edinburgh's Christmas giving the finest, and most thrilling, views of the stunning city centre skyline!
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Christmas Market
One of the most iconic Christmas Markets in Europe, Edinburgh's Christmas Market returns to East Princes Street Gardens showcasing the best in artisan festive products and goods from local makers!
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: LNER Big Wheel
The LNER Big Wheel returns to East Princes Street Gardens to give passengers a unique perspective of our spectacular city!
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Christmas at the Botanics
Explore the sights and sounds of Christmas in this magical after dark experience when it returns to the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh!
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Ice Skating
Get your skates on and glide all the way up and down Edinburgh’s famous George Street on the magnificent alpine ice rink!
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Luke Combs Tribute
Nearly Combs, the Luke Combs Tribute show, has announced a show at Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Murrayfield on Thursday 20th November!
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Castle Of Light
Make Castle of Light: Fire and Ice part of your festive plans and enjoy the largest annual projection show in the UK when it returns for its sixth year!
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Five Sisters Zoo Christmas Illuminations
By popular demand, Five Sisters Zoo's Christmas Illuminations are back this winter with a mesmerizing display of colour and light!
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Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show
The Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show is a great way to get your hands on exciting, affordable artworks from some of Scotland’s finest artists.
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Santa’s Stories
Santa is back at Edinburgh's Christmas this year! Make your little one's day and bring them along to our Santa Experience in St Andrew's Square!
READ MOREThe Accidentals @ Music on the Mezzanine
The Accidentals, an Edinburgh based amateur classical guitar ensemble, have a wide-ranging repertoire and you can catch them at Edinburgh Central Library on Saturday 22nd November!
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Edinburgh’s Magical Christmas
The Lauriston Christmas magic show is back! Witness startling magic and uplifting mystery, inspired by history and legends of the city of Edinburgh, in a lavish, historic setting.
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Hot Chocolate 5k & 10k
Join Blast Running for the Hot Chocolate 5K & 10K on Sunday 23rd November. We’ll be hitting the prom together and celebrating at the finish line with a well-deserved hot chocolate to warm you up!
READ MORESanta’s Grotto at Dobbies Edinburgh
Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Edinburgh, and this year it's even more magical!
READ MORESanta’s Grotto at Dobbies Livingston
Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Livingston, and this year it's even more magical!
READ MOREThe Little Children’s Market Scotland - Edinburgh
The Little Children's Market Scotland is delighted to be making its West Edinburgh debut in Oriam, Heriot-Watt University on Sunday 23rd November!
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The Muppet Christmas Carol - Film with Live Orchestra
Disney's The Muppet Christmas Carol is live in concert across the UK this winter, featuring its musical score performed live to the film! Don't miss it at the Usher Hall on November 26th!
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Scottish Ballet: The Snow Queen
Scottish Ballet’s spectacular and much-loved production of The Snow Queen returns to the Festival Theatre stage in 2025!
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Cinderella: A Fairytale
Coming to the Royal Lyceum Edinburgh Christmas 2025, the story we all love that has captivated audiences around the UK: Cinderella!
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Conifox Christmas Experience
Conifox Christmas Experience is back for it’s 8th year, with so much more than just Santa's Grotto!
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Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair
Enjoy a wonderful festive shopping experience when the annual Christmas Shopping Fair returns to Hopetoun House from 28th to 30th November!
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Snow White
Mirror Mirror on the wall, what is the greatest panto of all? Join us deep in the forest this Christmas as the Reconnect Regal Theatre presents ‘Snow White’!
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The Wizard of Oz - Panto 2025
Join us over the rainbow this Christmas as Reconnect Reconnect Howden Park presents ‘The Wizard of Oz’!
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Beyond Monet & Beyond Van Gogh
Step into a world of light, colour, and imagination with Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience at the Royal Highland Centre this Christmas!
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Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert
For the first time ever, Jim Henson's original masterpiece and musical fantasy film Labyrinth is to tour the UK in concert, don't miss it live at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Saturday 29th November!
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Santa Paws at Dobbies Edinburgh
Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Edinburgh!
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Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Livingston!
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Vive la France • Opera Festival •
Join Opera Caledonia for a day of concerts & events celebrating the vast variety of musical & dramatic styles of French opera, set in the stunning surroundings of the Institut français d’Écosse!
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Holistic Ways Festival
The Holistic Ways Festival is back for 2025 and returns to Edinburgh Corn Exchange on Sunday 30th November!
READ MOREThe Little Children’s Market Scotland - West Lothian
The Little Children's Market Scotland comes to West Lothian on Sunday 30th November with amazing baby & children's preloved goodies up for grabs!
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Back To The Future The Musical
Strap in for the smash hit Back to the Future The Musical, landing at the Edinburgh Playhouse for 4 weeks as part of its first ever UK tour!
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Christmas by Candlelight
‘It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas’, so join us at the Assembly Rooms for this magical evening of best loved festive hits performed live by Candlelight.
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The Wizard of Oz - Pantomime - Haddington
Follow the yellow brick road to the Corn Exchange Haddington for a magical, musical panto adventure for all ages.
READ MOREEdinburgh Mandolin and Guitar Orchestra @ Music on the Mezzanine
Catch the Edinburgh Mandolin and Guitar Orchestra when they play Edinburgh Central Library as part of Music on the Mezzanine on Saturday 6th December!
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Lanterns Grotto
Make your little one's evening at Edinburgh Zoo’s Giant Lanterns extra special this festive season and meet Santa Claus at our Christmas Grotto, which will be inside our Budongo Trail building!
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MnB Christmas Craft Market
MnB is returning to Leith Arches for its Christmas market on Saturday 6th December, showcasing the unique and exceptional work of local artisans, designers, and makers.
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Children’s Classic Concerts: Christmas Wishes
Make all your Christmas Wishes come true with Children's Classic Concerts, the RSNO, the RSNO Children's Chorus and the Manor School of Ballet this festive season at Edinburgh's Usher Hall!
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Edinburgh Santa Fun Run & Walk 2025
Edinburgh Santa Fun Run & Walk is celebrating 21 incredible years and we are ready to welcome our Santa’s back to West Princes Street Gardens for our much loved family fundraising event!
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MAMMA MIA!
Don't miss MAMMA MIA! at the Edinburgh Playhouse from December 2025! Enjoy the ultimate feel-good factor at the world’s sunniest and most exhilarating smash-hit musical.
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RSNO 2025/26: Home Alone in Concert
The iconic Christmas family film Home Alone will be brought to life at this special screening featuring live music from the RSNO at Edinburgh's Usher Hall!
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Panto 2025: Jack and the Beanstalk
Join Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young for the GIANT of a pantomime we've all BEAN waiting for!
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Preserving for Christmas
Join the Cyrenians for a fun and creative way to make some homemade gifts for your loved ones this Christmas.
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Simmerdim @ Music on the Mezzanine
Come along to the mezzanine at Central Library as we welcome back Simmerdim, an Edinburgh based a Capella trio, on Saturday 13th December!
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A Family Edwardian Christmas at Lauriston Castle
Join us at Lauriston Castle for our annual Christmas event where you can capture the magic of Christmas past!
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Dunedin Consort: Children’s Messiah
Fun for all the family is guaranteed in Dunedin Consort’s interactive, 45-minute Children’s Messiah - specially crafted with little ears in mind!
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Step Into Christmas
This Christmas feel-good show brings all the magic of the season to life, with all your favourite songs you will know and love!
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Carols by Candlelight
Join Opera Caledonia at Stockbridge Parish Church on 19th & 20th December for 'Carols by Candlelight', for a festive evening of entertainment complete with mince pies and mulled wine!
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RSNO Christmas Concert Featuring The Snowman
Join the RSNO this December for a special feast of Christmas cheer! Comedian Josie Long will narrate our popular screening of the magical film!
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The Wizard of Oz - Pantomime - Musselburgh
Follow the yellow brick road to the Musselburgh for a magical, musical panto adventure for all ages.
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Join us on the mezzanine at Central Library as we welcome the return of Edinburgh based Little Big Horns on Saturday 20th December!
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BBC SSO 25-26: Christmas At The Movies
It’s the most wonderful time of the year... and what better way to start your festive celebrations than with a concert of epic movie music on the weekend before Christmas.
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Santa & Elf Dash 2025
Put on your Santa hat and join Blast Running for festive fun at the Santa & Elf Dash, set in the beautiful Cammo Nature Reserve in north-west Edinburgh on Sunday 21st December!
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G4 Christmas
Selling out every year, G4 will be back on the road in 2025 with their ‘G4 Christmas’ tour. Catch them at the Usher Hall in Sunday 28th December!
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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Torchlight Procession
The spectacular Torchlight Procession will once again light up the city with a river of fire created by over 15,000 torch bearers and friends from around the world!
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The Scottish Fiddle Orchestra
Join in the fun and enjoy the party atmosphere of a traditional Scottish Hogmanay at the Scottish Fiddle Orchestra's annual festive concert!
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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party
The world-famous Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party returns to the historic city centre, to once again light-up the Edinburgh skies!
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Thai Supper Night
Ruzita will be back at Flavour and Haver Cook School on 16th January to share the unique flavours of Thai cuisine!
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RSNO 2025/26: How to Train Your Dragon in Concert
Featuring John Powell's Oscar-nominated score performed live to picture by the RSNO, How to Train Your Dragon in Concert is a thrilling experience for all ages!
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Banff Mountain Film Festival
Experience an extraordinary collection of short films when the Banff Mountain Film Festival returns to the Festival Theatre on Saturday 7th February!
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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: The Great Grumpy Gaboon
Join the Grumpy Gaboon and friends on this brand-new musical adventure as together they discover the importance of friendship and forgiveness!
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Varna International Ballet - Cinderella
With Prokofiev’s exhilarating score, stunning choreography, and vibrant costumes, Cinderella, the beloved fairy tale, springs to life on stage at Edinburgh Playhouse!
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Varna International Ballet - Swan Lake
The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky’s haunting and unforgettable score.
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Varna International Ballet - Nutcracker
This most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family begins as night falls on Christmas Eve.
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Disney in Concert: The Sound of Magic
Join the Novello Orchestra at Edinburgh's Usher Hall for Disney in Concert: The Sound of Magic, a symphonic celebration of Disney music, animation and memories – a century in the making!
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Horrible Histories - The Concert
For the very first time, your favourite songs and characters from the BAFTA Award-winning CBBC TV series HORRIBLE HISTORIES will be appearing live (and dead) on stage at the Festival Theatre!
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RSNO Season 25-26: St Mary’s Music School Showcase
The RSNO is thrilled to offer the Senior Pupils of St Mary’s Music School the opportunity to shine in the magnificent Usher Hall.
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Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show
Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show is coming to Edinburgh Playhouse in March and is packed full of music, adventure and surprises for little ones, the perfect introduction to theatre!
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Diversity - Soul
Diversity, the UK's most successful dance group, will bring their new concept tour SOUL to the Edinburgh Playhouse in April 2026!
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Bluey’s Big Play
Following a hugely successful UK tour, Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad are back by popular demand in the Olivier Award nominated live show Bluey’s Big Play. Catch it at Edinburgh Playhouse in June 2026!
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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo returns from 7th to 29th August 2026 with the show 'A Call To Gather'.
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Avatar - The Last Airbender - Film With Live Orchestra
Celebrate 20 years of an epic journey that defined a generation, as long-time fans and newcomers alike experience Avatar: The Last Airbender like never before at the Usher Hall on 6th October 2026!
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Family And Kids Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Scoop and Sculpt
Come to Whitelee for your Halloween pumpkin prep this spooky season. The Countryside Rangers will provide the pumpkins, you unleash your creativity!
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Big Barrhead Halloween Parade
Get ready for a spooktacular evening on Saturday 25th October as the annual Big Barrhead Halloween Parade returns, packed with fun for the whole family!
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History of Patterton and Darnley Ranges
Here's another chance to visit the Patterton and Darnley rifle and pistol ranges if you missed it last year, and before it takes a break.
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show
Mark Thompson's Spectacular Science Show is coming to the Adam Smith Theatre! If you think science is boring, think again... this is science like you have never seen it before!
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Small Business Market
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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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Dunfermline
Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Dunfermline, and this year it's even more magical!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Make Do
Curated by artist Rebecca Fraser, Make Do are monthly gatherings at Platform, The Bridge Cafe Bar and library areas, celebrating local resources and exchanging skills!
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Annie
The smash-hit West End production of Annie, the world's favourite family musical, returns to the King's Theatre Glasgow in March 2027, you can bet your bottom dollar that you'll love it!
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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Milngavie
Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Milngavie, and this year it's even more magical!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Cinema: The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker has long been one of the most delightful ways to discover the enchantment of ballet – and makes for a delicious seasonal treat for all the family!
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Bothwell Market
SHS Events bring their wonderful markets to Bothwell twice a month on the first and third Saturdays featuring artisan crafts, fresh produce, unique gifts, handmade items and tasty street food!
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Makers & Merchants Monthly Market Lanark
Makers & Merchants Market in Lanark is Scotland's newest and most exciting monthly market and a vibrant celebration of the best food, drink, and craft producers around!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Magic and Marvels
Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey into the realm of wonder and enchantment as Michael Jordan showcases his incredible talents in magic and circus arts at Beacon Arts Centre!
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The Paisley Halloween Market
Part market, part monster mash... The Paisley Halloween Market at Paisley Town Hall on Saturday 25th October promises thrills, chills, and unbeatable vintage shopping!
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WICKED Family Fun Day
Join Ingliston for a spellbinding experience where you'll meet your favourite characters from The Wizard of Oz at their WICKED Family Fun Day!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Little Monsters Big Hearts
Join Little Monsters Big Hearts at Fallin Miners Welfare to celebrate our 2nd Family Halloween Fundraiser, in aid of Start Up Stirling and Save The Children, on Saturday 1st November!
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Lantern Tours: Mystery and Malice
Step into Stirling Castle's dark side and join us on a Halloween themed tour! Suitable for ages 12+.
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Doors Open Day at The Engine Shed
The Engine Shed is opening it's doors on 20th and 21st September as part of Doors Open Day 2025. Join us to discover what's inside and learn about it's history!
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!
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Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair
Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for 2025 to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!
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The Wandering Witches of Culzean
Can you help the little witches at Culzean Castle and Country Park find the missing ingredient before the witching hour begins?
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Family Fun Day, Car Boot & Horse Gymkhana Charity Fundraiser
Come and enjoy a fantastic day out with the whole family while supporting a great cause, every activity helps raise funds for The Daimler Foundation charity month!
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Kelburn Pumpkin Party
Get ready for a frightfully fun time as Kelburn's Halloween Pumpkin Party returns this October with thrilling activities for all ages!
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Kilwinning Community Fireworks
Kilwinning Community Events are delighted to host their annual Community Fireworks Display at McGavin Park on Wednesday 5th November!
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