Nights Out events in Edinburgh

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!

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!

Costume Society Scotland Events

Come along to the Costume Society Scotland's season of varied talks on fashion, costume, textiles, accessories and related subjects between between October and April at Augustine United Church!

Live music at Bar 13

Join us early evening at Bar 13 for live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with Rory & The Island!

Stand Up Horror

Actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night. You decide what the characters do, find and sometimes - yes sometimes - even love!

Live Music

Come and enjoy all your favourite singalongs and some of Scotland's best musical talents at The Three Sisters Edinburgh!

Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at Summerhall

Come and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every Tuesday at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club in Summerhall!

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.

Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at Assembly Roxy

Come and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every month at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at the Assembly Roxy!

The Friday Show

Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!

Dr. Bonk’s Macarbaret

Scotland's silliest surgeon, Dr. Bonk, is back with his hit SELL-OUT SHOW 'Dr Bonk's Macarbaret', an evening of drag, burlesque, music, comedy, and medical mayhem!

Flamenco Noche

Join the Alba Flamenca Penya for a show full of fiery intensity and joyful celebration in our beautiful and intimate ‘tablao’!

The Saturday Show

The Edinburgh Stand's fabulous flagship Saturday show has been sold out every week for the past five years!

Red Raw

Red Raw, our long-running weekly beginner’s showcase is regarded as the best open mic night in the UK. It’s your chance to see the stars of tomorrow today.

Spandex Comedy

Don't miss out on Spandex Comedy! Join us every Tuesday night for a top night of laughs featuring stand up comedians from across the country dropping in to liven up the start of your week!

The Edit

The Edit provides audiences with the opportunity to see several comedians trying out new political gear at the end of each month.

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!

Scots Music Group Ceilidhs

All welcome to the Scots Music Group fabulous monthly fundraising ceilidhs at the St Brides Centre! Come on your own, with friends or in a group.

Open Mic Night

Join host Michael Dodds every Wednesday at The Three Sisters for an evening of music, singing, poetry, comedy and much more!

Stu and Garry’s Free Improv Show

Marvel as resident duo Stu & Garry weave comedy magic from your suggestions in our long-running improvised show.

The Bad Boy Pub Quiz

Join us at The Three Sisters Edinburgh for the Bad Boy Pub Quiz on a Tuesday at 8pm in our Main Bar!

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!

Bona Fide

Jay Lafferty invites the cream of Scotland's comics to the Stand Edinburgh to prove their worth by performing material written especially for the theme of the night!

Ceilidh in Charteris Centre

Edinburgh Ceilidhs invites you to a ceilidh in the Charteris Centre with caller Ken Gourlay, ceilidh band and piper.

Susan Morrison is historically funny

Susan Morrison, host of BBC Radio Scotland's 'Time Travels', will take you through some of Scotland's seediest, skankiest and scandalous history. And the funniest.

Hamilton

The multi award-winning cultural phenomenon 'Hamilton' is touring the UK for the very first time and is coming to the Festival Theatre for a 9 week season from 28th February 2024!

Warhol After Hours

Step into the vibrant world of Warhol After Hours at Dovecot Studios! This exclusive event offers a fusion of socialising and art appreciation against the backdrop of Warhol’s groundbreaking works.

CULT

Get yourself down to CULT at Legends where we will be bringing you all the best rock, metal, punk and alt all weekend long!

Globe Bar World Famous Karaoke

Get yourself down to The Globe Bar Edinburgh for the best fun you can have with a microphone on a Thursday!

Globe Bar World Famous Pub Quiz

Join us on at The Globe Bar on Mondays for our Pub Quiz and win yourself some monies to spend in the bar for answering questions correctly.

Riffs Tuesdays

Come get your weekly dose of RIFFS at Legents Edinburgh every Tuesday!

Rockstar Karaoke

Come bring all your friends and sing all night to all your favourite rockaoke classics on Mondays at Legends!

Haunted Haus

Get ready for a haunting so fabulous you'll die from excitement! The Spooktacular 'Haunted Haus' is back to terrorize Banshee Labyrinth!

Paranormal Illusionist: Ghosts of the Banshee

Are you brave enough to attend an unsettling night of magic and ghosts in the Banshee Labyrinth - Scotland's Most Haunted Pub -  built into the legendary South Bridge Vaults.

Open Mike

Rock out on the Legends Stage every Sunday at Legends Edinburgh!

Edinburgh Magic

Kevin Quantum invites you to an intimate and quite astonishing evening of magic, mystery and wonder in one of Edinburgh’s most historic and enchanting hotels; Waldorf Astoria - The Caledonian!

The Cabaret of Dangerous Ideas

Take two top academics, some dangerous ideas, add one comedian and you have the force of nature that is the Cabaret of Dangerous Ideas (CODI)!

Comedy At Canon’s Gait

Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," a weekly comedy showcase hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter every Thursday at The Canons Gait.

Cracking New Jokes Show

Scotland's Best Comedians Live are proud to bring a new weekly showcase to the Dragonfly Cocktail Bar in Edinburgh.

Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Join renowned British concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith for a performance of sensational classical and romantic works for solo piano at St Giles' Cathedral!

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight

Enjoy Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons, and other magnificent works by Candlelight at St Giles' Cathedral, performed by The Piccadilly Sinfonietta and Warren Mailley-Smith!

Live Music at George IV Bar

Come along and check out the Live music at George IV Bar, everything from Rock and Pop to Traditional Folk, Scottish, Irish and Blues!

Live events at McGonagall’s

Enjoy Live music and quiz nights at McGonagall's Gin and Whisky Emporium in Edinburgh's Old Town!

Live Music at Stramash

Check out the great variety of Live music gigs on at Stramash - Rock, Pop, Blues, Soul, Funk and much more....

Live Music at Whistle Binkies

Check out the great variety of Live music gigs on at Whistle Binkies - Rock, Pop, Blues and much more....

Movement

Join us every Tuesday at The Mash House for Movement, dedicated to bringing you the uplifting, lighter vibes of underground dance music.

Tamagotchi Tuesdays

Edinburgh's weekly throwback clubnight at Subway Cowgate brings you the hits of 80’s, 90’s, 00’s.

Live events at The Canons Gait

Check out the Live events at The Canons Gait in Edinburgh Old Town, everything from music, comedy and pub quizzes!

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!

Free Live Music at The Fiddlers Arms

Come along to The Fiddlers Arms every weekend from 9pm and enjoy free live music with something to suit everyone’s tastes! Entry is always free.

Bongo’s Bingo Edinburgh

Bongo’s Bingo, the UK’s original bingo rave phenomenon, is back in Edinburgh at the O2 Academy!

Haunted Leith Ghost Walk

Join John and Kerrie of North Edinburgh Nightmares on a suitably spooktacular ghost walk through Leith!

Rock, Paper, Scissors

Following on from their sell our shows in 2023, the Tandem Writers are back with a series of three individual 45-minute play readings expanding on their previous stories.

Slice Saturdays

Our gal QUEEN ROISIN will be blasting your commercial chart and R&B at Subway Cowgate every Saturday!

Sunday Service

Don't miss Sunday Service at Subway Cowgate, it's the perfect way to round off the weekend!

Tracks Mondays

Each week we are bringing Scotland’s most beautiful queens to Edinburgh’s biggest drag stage. As always the drinks are cheap and the queens are ready to party.

Fierce Friday - TJTV

Fierce Friday returns with your Majesty season 2 winner Tina Justina, bringing her very own show to debut at The Three Sisters!

Comedy At Canon’s Gait

Don't miss out on the uproarious experience that has Edinburgh and beyond rolling in laughter at The Canon's Gait every weekend!

Tea and Tarot

Join this open group at The Salisbury Centre to explore the amazing symbolism of the Tarot, and the many ways in which the cards can support our wellbeing!

The Girls of Slender Means

The Girls of Slender Means is a story of glamour in austerity, women at work, women at play, and women’s wit.

Love Wednesdays at Why Not Nightclub

Come along to Love Wednesdays, Scotland's BIGGEST Wednesday night, hosted in the award winning WhyNot Nightclub!

Syrian Supper Club

Come and join the Cyrenians for their delicious Syrian food cooked with love by their award winning chef Noura!

Slug & Lettuce: Flamingo Bingo

Get ready for a night of bingo with a twist, where you can dance, party, win prizes and fla-mingle with friends!

The Bright Club

The freshest thing in stand-up – straight from the (research) field to funny with a new crop of comedic academics from Scotland's universities every month.

Extreme Magician - All Out Magic Show

Dave Reubens, The Extreme Magician, goes all out to give you a sneaky peek behind the scenes with his All Out Magic Show at The Banshee Labyrinth.

Madagascar The Musical

Join Alex, Marty, Melman and Gloria as they bound out of the zoo and onto the stage when live musical spectacular Madagascar The Musical comes to Edinburgh Playhouse in April!

Pomegranates Festival

The Scottish Storytelling Centre welcomes the return of Pomegranates, the annual springtime festival sowing the seeds of international traditional dance!

SI-FAN Film Festival: Edinburgh

SI-FAN aims to bring the most exciting genre feature and short films on the film festival circuit to genre loving Scottish audiences from all over!

The White Heather Ceilidh Club

Join The White Heather Ceilidh Club for a bonnie (and wild!) evening of Scottish Ceilidh Dancing in the heart of Edinburgh!

Elton John by Candlelight

Experience the hits of Rock Legend Elton John as you have never heard them before when Elton John by Candlelight comes to The Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh on 26th & 27th April.

Northern Streams Festival

Northern Streams is a festival celebrating Nordic & Scottish music, song and dance and this year's edition is taking place from 26th - 28th April at The Pleasance Edinburgh.

Ari Eldjárn: Return of the Icelandic

Ari Eldjárn, Iceland’s biggest stand up comedian (and first-ever Netflix star), returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 27th April!

Dune! The Musical

Join the original Sci-Fi Bard for an unforgettable evening celebrating the meteoric rise of Paul Atreides.

Elegies

Elegies is the first dance adaptation of Elegies for the Dead in Cyrenaica by legendary Scottish poet and songwriter Hamish Henderson.

Indie Double Single-Release Concert

Folk Pop artist Niamh Maclennan headlines Summerhall, Edinburgh on 27 April 2024 with support from Oriana Setz and Dara Dubh.

Josh Jones: Work In Progress

Enjoy a brand new hour from Josh Jones, BBC New Comedy Award finalist and Edinburgh’s Best Newcomer Award nominee 2022, at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 27th April!

Just Beatles

You'll think you're experiencing the Fab Four live in concert when you catch Just Beatles at Reconnect Regal Theatre, Bathgate on Saturday 27st April!

Mitski

Songwriter, musician and performer Mitski brings her 2024 tour to the Usher Hall on 27th & 28th April.

Rumble. Edinburgh.

Hear the Rumble... On Saturday 27th April the rumble is heading to La Belle in Edinburgh.

Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox

Postmodern Jukebox embark on a worldwide tour in 2024 to celebrate 10th anniversary! Don't miss them live at the O2 Academy Edinburgh on Saturday 27th April!

Spring Concert

Join Lothian Gaelic Choir for a magical evening of Gaelic music along with guest soloist Emma NicLeoid, a double Gold Medallist!

The Rah’s

The Rah's are delighted to announce their biggest headline show so far at La Belle Angele on Saturday 27th April!

We Cry Wolf

Fife band We Cry Wolf return to Edinburgh for an electrifying night at Legends on Saturday 27th April with Stolen Order and Black Lesion!

A Certain Ratio

A Certain Ratio have announced details of a new album produced by Dan Carey, and an extensive UK tour for spring 2024 including a date at Summerhall on 28th April.

Brighde Chaimbeul

Don't miss award-winning smallpipes player Brìghde Chaimbeul at Summerhall on Sunday 28th April!

John Robertson’s The Dark Room

Comedian John Robertson's The Dark Room is a gut-busting rock n' roll experience for everyone who buys a ticket! Don't miss it at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 28th April!

Down for the Count presents: A Century of Swing

Join the UK’s hardest swinging band Down for the Count All-Stars as they celebrate A Century of Swing at the Queens Hall.

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World Tour

Experience your favourite queens in an all-new production and witness the best drag the mother-tucking world has to offer when RuPaul's Drag Race UK vs The World Tour comes to Edinburgh!

Beltane Fire Festival

Beltane Fire Festival returns on 30th April, bolder, brighter and fire-ier than ever before!

Ed Patrick: Catch Your Breath

NHS anaesthetist, comedian and author Ed Patrick brings a gut-punch show to The Stand Edinburgh!

Midnight Lunar Market - Beltane Edition

Midnight Lunar Market, Scotland's first alternative night market, presents their Beltane Edition at The Voodoo Rooms on Tuesday 30th April!

Pink Martini

Pink Martini, the genre-defying “little orchestra” from Portland, Oregon have announced a return to the UK in 2024 with a date at the Usher Hall on 30th April!

The Bomb Squad Pod Live

The Bomb Squad Pod heads to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Tuesday 30th April for a very special live show!

The Drag Factor

Join us at Leith Arches on Tuesday 30th April for an electrifying evening of fierce performances and fabulous fun at The DRAG Factor!

The Drifters Girl

The Drifters Girl, the acclaimed new musical which tells the remarkable story of The Drifters and the woman who made them, is coming to Edinburgh Playhouse in April 2024!

Delights

Don't miss Delights when the bring their UK tour to The Mash House on Wednesday 1st May!

Fin Taylor: Ask Your Mother

Fresh from the viral success of his hit web series Fin vs The Internet, that comedian your mother doesn’t like you seeing shares a new hour of brutally funny stand-up for 2024.

Sarah Rankin x Lind & Lime Supper Club

Join us at Lind & Lime on the 1st of May as we celebrate Scotland's Larder with MasterChef Finalist & food writer, Sarah Rankin!

Sounds of the 60s

Join us in the amazing acoustic and atmosphere of St Mary's Cathedral on Wednesday 1st May, for an evening of familiar songs as you've never heard them!

All Things Baby Evening

Join us at John Lewis Edinburgh on 2nd May for an evening of talks, demos, shopping and more to help you prepare for your parenting journey!

Femme Fusion

Come along and experience a night of live music provided to you by three of Edinburgh's up-and-coming female musicians at The Voodoo Rooms on 2nd May!

Glendalough Tasting at Malones Leith

Join us for an exclusive Irish whiskey and gin tasting event hosted by Glendalough on May 2nd at Malones Leith.

Jack Docherty: David Bowie & Me: Parallel Lives

BAFTA award-winning star of Scot Squad and Absolutely, Jack Docherty brings his critically-acclaimed show David Bowie & Me to the Howden Park Centre on 2nd May!

Johnny Flynn & Robert MacFarlane

Johnny Flynn and Robert Macfarlane will tour the UK in May 2024, performing songs from both of their collaborative albums, with a date at The Queens Hall Edinburgh on the 2nd!

Paris Paloma

Singer-songwriter Paris Paloma will be performing in Edinburgh on Thursday 2nd May 2024 at the Caves as part of her 'my mind (now) tour' tour!

Robin Robertson Blues Band at the First Thursday Blues Club

The First Thursday Blues Club welcome the Robin Robertson Blues Band on Thursday 2nd May with support from the Burnside Burners!

SCO 2023/24: The Lark Ascending with Andrew Manze

Vaughan Williams’s captivating The LarkAscending is one of the country’s most cherished pieces, and violinist and conductor Andrew Manze is an authority on the composer’s music.

Scottish Ballet: Swan Lake

Lose yourself in the raw intensity of this sleek and unmissable Swan Lake, when it finally returning to Scotland in 2024 after its sell-out 2016 debut!

The Great Edinburgh May Day Cabaret

Featuring a fantastic line-up, the Great Edinburgh May Day Cabaret is a celebration of International Workers’ Day.

Back to Bacharach

Back To Bacharach is a fantastic show for all ages, friends and family, songs everyone will remember and fall in love with again.

BBC Radio 2 Sounds Of The 80’s: The Live Tour

Legendary DJ Gary Davies takes the UK's most popular 80s radio show on tour which includes a night at the O2 Academy Edinburgh on Friday 3rd May!

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!

Counterfeit Sixties Show

Re-live the sounds of the swinging sixties, as Britain’s No. 1 tribute show brings alive the magic of the sixties at Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre on 3rd May!

Edinburgh Tradfest: Valtos

Opening this year’s Festival on Friday 3 May will be Daniel Docherty and Martyn MacDonald whose band VALTOS has taken the trad and electronic music world by storm.

FISHING: In Airt & Sang with Tripple - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024

Join us on 3rd May at the Scottish Storytelling Centre in celebration to launch FISHING, our May exhibition with an early evening session of songs from harmony singers Tripple.

Fun Packed Charity Night

Come along to The Jewel Miners Club in Duddington on 3rd May for a fun filled night raising funds for Held in our Hearts Baby Loss Charity!

Jah Wobble & the Invaders of the Heart

Jah Wobble and The Invaders of the Heart return to Edinburgh in May with a date at The Voodoo Rooms on Friday the 3rd!

Laura Belbin: Too Much

Laura Belbin is taking to the stage with her brand new show with one question, is there such a thing as too much???

RSNO & SNJO West Side Story

RSNO joins forces with pianist Makoto Ozone and the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra for West Side Story at the Usher Hall!

Showhawk Duo

The pioneers of acoustic rave, The ShowHawk Duo, return to Stramash on Friday 3rd May as part of their 'In Acoustic Rave We Trust' Tour!

The Scottish Pink Floyd

The Scottish Pink Floyd are a fantastic tribute based in Glasgow, don't miss them when they return to the Reconnect Regal Theatre, Bathgate on 3rd & 4th May!

Them & Us

Celebrate the music of PINK FLOYD and FLEETWOOD MAC all wrapped into one great live show at Dreadnought Rock on 3rd May!

Alice Howe & Freebo

Alice Howe & Freebo present a unique study in contrasts, bringing together a rising voice in Americana music and a venerable rock, folk, and blues icon.

An Evening with Frankie Mack

Experience 'Against The Odds' with Frankie Mack at Edinburgh's Assembly Rooms on 4th May! It's an extraordinary show that's a full-blown sensory journey.

Dreamcoat Stars

Experience the powerful star vocals of four Josephs, coming together for a magical evening of West End and Broadway musical classics at the Howden Park Centre in May!

Jack Docherty: David Bowie and Me - Parallel Lives

BAFTA award-winning star of Scot Squad and Absolutely, Jack Docherty brings his critically-acclaimed show David Bowie & Me to the Corn Exchange Haddington on Saturday 4th May!

Kathryn Williams & Withered Hand

Don't miss two acclaimed singer-songwriters Kathryn Williams and Dan Willson (aka Withered Hand) at Summerhall on 4th May!

Lulu Popplewell

Lulu Popplewell brings you a new work in progress show about being a yucky young lady. Expect worms, sebum and blind angels!

Martin Simpson

Don't miss Martin Simpson, one of the finest ever acoustic and slide guitar players, and a fine banjo-picker to boot, when he comes to the Traverse Theatre as part of Tradfest!

Mànran

Multi award winning Scottish supergroup Mànran come to The Queen's Hall on Saturday 4th May!

Rickle O Stanes - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024

Through powerful and playful storytelling and traditional song, Shona Cowie, Neil Sutcliffe and dramaturg Liam Hurley explore the layers of history on which we stand today!

Stag & Dagger Edinburgh

Stag & Dagger, Scotland's original multi-venue event and biggest new music showcase returns to Edinburgh on Saturday 4th May!

Brewhemia’s Haus of Honky-Tonk

Join Brewhemia for some southern hospitality in the Grand Ole’ Beer Palace on Sunday the 5th of May from 7pm!

Cheese and Wine Pairing with BLUDGE!

Join us in Leith Maker's beautiful gallery on 5th May for a wine-tasting evening, hosted by local wine-merchant, Bludge - with a delicious selection of perfectly paired cheeses!

Nordic Fiddlers Bloc

Don't miss gorgeously multilayered Scandi tones and textures from Nordic Fiddlers Bloc at the Traverse Theatre as part of Tradfest!

Rachel Newton

Singer, harpist and composer Rachel Newton draws on poems and ballads that are hundreds of years old to create a rich sound that is ambitious, original and unique.

Stardew Valley: Festival of Seasons

Stardew Valley: Festival of Seasons is an intimate, immersive concert featuring fresh arrangements of the most cherished songs from the Stardew Valley soundtrack, performed by a live chamber orchestra

The Royston Club

The Royston Club are a four-piece indie band from Wrexham! Catch them live at La Belle Angele on 5th May!

The Scottish Sex Pistols

The legendary Scottish Sex Pistols come to Sneaky Pete's on Sunday 5th May for what will be a night of punk anthems and attitude!

Simon Bradley Trio

We are delighted to welcome Simon Bradley, one of Scotland’s master musicians, to Edinburgh Tradfest and his equally-accomplished band members Anna-Wendy Stevenson and Michael Bryan!

Dionne Warwick

Join Dionne Warwick on stage and in person while she takes you on an unforgettable journey through her fascinating life story and one of the most successful music careers of our times.

Frankie Archer

Winner of the 2023 Christian Raphael Prize, Frankie Archer has exploded onto the electrofolk scene with music that transcends stereotypes. Catch her at the Traverse Theatre as part of Tradfest!

Mochyn Myrddin: Merlin’s Pig - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024

Welsh storyteller Milly Jackdaw presents a fusion of traditional storytelling, physical theatre, music and ceremony in this solo performance based on the life of Myrddin.

Stuart McPherson: Love That For Me

Don't miss this special recording of Stuart McPherson's sellout 2023 Fringe show at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Tuesday 7th May!

Willy Mason

American singer-songwriter Willy Mason brings is UK tour to The Caves Edinburgh on Tuesday 07 May.

Baxter Dury

Indie artist Baxter Dury returns to Scotland to play The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Wednesday 8th May!

Called Back: The Poems of Emily Dickinson - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024

This event opens a window on the life and work of Emily Dickinson and the passions and preoccupations which she poured into her writing.

Corella

Don't miss Corella, the hotly tipped quartet from Manchester, when they play The Caves Edinburgh on Wednesday 8th May!

EDGAS: The Gondoliers

The Edinburgh Gilbert & Sullivan Society celebrates their centenary year with an enchanting new production of The Gondoliers.

Malin Lewis - Halocline

One of Scotland’s most exciting innovators, Malin Lewis melds west coast tradition with a newly invented, self-made bagpipe!

Birdvox

Born from a mutual love of birds, harmonies and kitchen discos, Birdvox is a new band. Catch them at the Traverse Theatre on 9th April as part of Tradfest!

Demob Happy

English alternative rock band Demob Happy play The Caves Edinburgh on Thursday 9th May!

Hearth Fire Sessions - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024

Welcome to an eclectic night of ancient myth, contemporary storytelling, post-folk music, and physical artistry at the Scottish Storytelling Centre as part of Tradfest.

Miles Jupp - On I Bang

Miles Jupp brings his new show to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 9th May! It's a tale about surprise, fear, luck, love and qualified medical practitioners.

Morgan Rees: Turning Thirsty

Award-nominated online sensation Morgan Rees embarks on his first ever UK tour with Turning Thirsty and you can catch him at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 9th May!

Norman&Corrie

Norman&Corrie, the Scottish musical duo bring beautiful interpretations of old music that are genuinely contemporary.

SCO 2023/24: Mendelssohn’s Elijah with the SCO Chorus

Maxim Emelyanychev brings the SCO’s 50th anniversary Season to a spectacular, choral conclusion with some of the grandest music created by one of the composers he loves the most: Felix Mendelssohn.

Tom Houghton: It’s Not Ideal

Multi-viral and social media sensation Tom Houghton sets out on the road with his biggest and most hilarious show yet, don't miss him live at the Stand Edinburgh on May 9th!

Baile Do Brasil - Brazilian Baile Funk Party

Baile Do Brasil is coming back to Edinburgh! Don't miss the best of Brazilian Funk at La Belle Angele on Friday 10th May!

Carol McGee Psychic Medium Live

Join one of Scotland's top psychic mediums Carol McGee live at The BMC Social Club in Edinburgh on Friday 10th May!

Concert of songs from the Republic of Georgia with Amer-Imeri ensemble, Edinburgh

Enjoy a concert of Georgian songs with a group of singers drawn from Mtiebi and Amer-Imeri, renowned vocal ensembles from the Republic of Georgia, at Augustine United Church on 10th May!

Evie Waddell

Renowned Gaelic and Scots singer and fiddler, Evie Waddell, plays the Traverse 2 on 10th May as part of Tradfest!

Jaackmaate’s Happy Hour: The Big Fat Massive Hunt

JaackMaate’s Happy Hour Podcast is back on the road with a yet another stage show nobody asked for. Catch it at The Queen's Hall on Friday 10th May!

LAU NAU and Pekko Käppi - Part of Tradfest 2024

Join us at the Scottish Storytelling Centre for a very special evening of music from two of Finland’s most visionary musicians!

Liz Miele: Space Camp

NYC comedian Liz Miele is back in Edinburgh with her new hour "Space Camp". Catch her at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Friday 10th May!

Nearly Elton

Nearly Elton is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest showmen of our time! Catch it at Reconnect Regal Theatre on Friday 10th May!

The Portobello Comedy Night

Headlining The Portobello Comedy Night's final show before the summer break is the sensational Daniel Downie!

ZENE

Edinburgh welcomes a new and exciting tech house event on 10th May at Leith Arches. Be part of the first official launch night in a one-of-a-kind and intimate venue that will set the perfect mood!

Alice in Eurovision Wonderland Watch Party

Join our hostess and Edinburgh sensation Alice in Eurovision Wonderland at Grassmarket Community Project for fun, frolics, food, fizz and best of all we will be streaming the final live!

Average White Band

Scotland's very own legendary funk 'n soul band Average White Band will be touring Scotland for one last time in 2024, don't miss them live at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Saturday 11th May!

Bowie by Candlelight

Bowie by Candlelight returns to The Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh on Saturday 11th May. Enjoy an incredible night of Bowie anthems!

Eurovision Viewing Party

Flags at the ready...head to YOTEL Edinburgh for an unmissable Eurovision viewing party, streaming live from our immersive 360 degree screen!

Festhailes Music Festival

Newhailes is once again hosting its family friendly music festival in the grounds of Newhailes House on Saturday 11th May!

Festival of Freedom

Beetroots Collective CIC invites you to their 'Festival of Freedom - Poland 20 years in the European Union' which will be held at Southside Community Centre!

Fire from the Woods - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024

By reimagining old tales from Lithuania and around the world, storyteller Daiva Ivanauskaitė and musician Gaynor Barradell explore the silence between generations.

Julian Clary - Fistful of Clary

Julian Clary, renowned homosexual and national trinket, is fixing to saddle up and head on out for his 2024 UK tour and you can catch him at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Saturday 11th May!

Northern Kentucky University Chamber Choir

Join the Northern Kentucky University Chamber Choir at St Giles Cathedral on Saturday 11th May when they perform beautiful classical, spiritual and sacred music!

Sanctum Sanctorium

Sanctum Santorium, a 6-piece band that recreate classic hits by artists such as The Cult, Killing Joke, Sisters of Mercy, Siouxsie & The Banshees and more play La Belle Angele on 11th May!

Simon Thoumire and Dave Milligan

Together, Simon Thoumire and Dave Milligan create dazzling, quirky arrangements of reels, jigs, strathspeys, and airs from their native Scottish tradition, and beyond.

Spring Serenade

Join one of Edinburgh's leading mixed voice choirs, Cadenza, as they celebrate spring in works by Ravel, Elgar and Saint-Seans on 11th May in support of Kindred!

Summertime Sadness Club

Join us for a night dedicated to Lana Del Rey and friends! join us for the most joyfully miserable Sad Girl club night experience!

Tamsyn Kelly: Kicking Off In Aldi (WIP)

Duchess of Cornwall Tamsyn Kelly talks witches, sex and Aldi in a brand new show at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 11th May!

The Deadly Winters

The Deadly Winters released "ever onwards", a new collection of songs in 2023 and are on stage at The Voodoo Rooms in May to play the songs live to you!

The Mercians

Scruff of the Neck presents Midlands based Indie band The Mercians at The Mash House on Saturday 11th May!

This Is Where We Get Off

This Is Where We Get Off is a 'confident, hilarious play full of truth and heart' don't miss it when it comes to Reconnect Regal Theatre in May!

Billy Walton Band

Billy Walton is an accomplished guitar master from the vibrant New Jersey Shore music scene. The Billy Walton Band grew out of this rich musical heritage and they play The Voodoo Rooms on 12th May.

Clare Sands

Clare Sands is a sixth generation fiddler and bilingual singer from Cork, weaving traditional roots with contemporary sounds and influences, embodying a fearless warrior-like spirit!

Rock For Heroes

Rock for Heroes is back on the road bringing the perfect combination of your favourite Rock & Pop artists to the Reconnect Regal Theatre on 12th May!

Tom Bailey

Thompson Twins’ Tom Bailey is undertaking a major headline UK tour celebrating the 40th anniversary of the iconic eighties album ‘Into The Gap’, with a date at The Queen's Hall in May!

Julie Fowlis

Edinburgh Tradfest & The Soundhouse Organisation presents Julie Fowlis at the Assembly Rooms on Monday 13th May!

Edward Scissorhands

Matthew Bourne’s magical dance production of Edward Scissorhands has carved a place in the hearts of audiences world-wide since its premiere in 2005. Catch it at The Festival Theatre in May!

Macbeth (an undoing), 2024

The five star smash hit returns to the Lyceum Theatre in 2024 for two weeks only due to popular demand.

The Elvis Tribute Artist World Tour

Direct from the USA, the world’s biggest, best and most successful Elvis tribute show comes to Edinburgh Playhouse on Tuesday 14th May!

David Mitchell: Cloud Atlas, 20 Years On

Cloud Atlas has cemented itself as one the defining texts of the 21st Century. 20 years on, it's author David Mitchell chats about this remarkable book and his career!

G4 20th Anniversary

The UK’s No.1 vocal harmony group and original X-Factor stars celebrate a double decade in the limelight with a spectacular anniversary show at the Assembly Rooms on 15th May!

Krystal Evans: Hospitality Horror Show (WIP)

Following her critically acclaimed, award nominated debut hour The Hottest Girl at Burn Camp, Krystal is back with a brand new hour of stand up at Monkey Barrel Comedy!

Old Time Sailors

The Old Time Sailors invite you to an evening of traditional seafaring music like you have never experienced before at the O2 Academy Edinburgh on 15th May!

The Psychology Of Serial Killers with Jennifer Rees

Join expert forensics lecturer Jennifer Rees at Edinburgh Playhouse to explore one of Forensic Psychology’s most troubling topics!

A Vision of Elvis

The smash hit show A Vision Of Elvis starring Rob Kingsley, winner of The National Tribute Music Awards "Official Elvis Show" and "No.1 Male Tribute" returns to Howden Park Centre on 16th May!

Jack Docherty: David Bowie & Me: Parallel Lives

BAFTA award-winning star of Scot Squad and Absolutely, Jack Docherty brings his critically-acclaimed show David Bowie & Me to the Traverse Theatre in May!

Lou Conran: Tangent

Award-winning comedian Lou Conran embarks on her first mini tour around the UK and stops off at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 16th May!

Romesh Ranganathan: Hustle

After a sell-out tour in 2022, Romesh Ranganathan is back with a brand-new show examining the human condition. Join him at Edinburgh Playhouse on 16th & 17th May 2024!

The Big Fab Comedy Show

Enjoy a rip-roaring night of live stand-up comedy starring the TV names you know and love alongside some of the hottest up-and-coming talent from across Scotland and the UK!

The Rod Stewart Songbook

The Rod Stewart Songbook’s spectacular theatre production is the ultimate homage to Rod Stewart, featuring Pete McCall, Europe’s foremost tribute.

An Evening with Surgeons’ Hall

Join us for this unique, adult only, after hours event in the historic Museum and Library of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh on 17th May!

Bright & Wild 2024

Bright & Wild 2024, a festival with children and teens at its heart, celebrates the talent and creativity of young people who take part in Lyra’s Young Artists programme.

Call Me Maybe - 2010s Party

Get ready to Shake It Off to the best Pop tunes of the 2010s when Call Me Maybe returns to La Belle Angele on 17th May!

David Nihill: Shelf Help

After a sold-out international run of his last show Cultural Appreciation, David Nihill is back with his new show, Shelf Help and brings it to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 17th May!

Dizraeli

Rapper, songwriter and raconteur Dizraeli brings his 'Joy Machine' tour to The Voodoo Rooms Edinburgh on Friday 17th May!

English Teacher

Leeds indie heavyweights English Teacher have announced their biggest UK headline tour to date which will see them perform at The Mash House on Friday 17th May!

His Lordship

His Lordship will be taking to the road this May to entertain you with an all new spine tingling Rock’n’Roll show and play Cabaret Voltaire on the 17th!

Kenny Thomas

British soul legend and multi-platinum singer-songwriter Kenny Thomas has announced that he and his all-star band will headline the Queen's Hall on Friday 17th May!

Pygmy Twylyte plus Orange Claw Hammer

Pygmy Twylyte return to Edinburgh on 17th May for an evening of Zappa! Opening the show will be special guests Orange Claw Hammer!

Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Rachmaninov Two

Rising star Patrick Hahn joins the RSNO at the Usher Hall on Friday 17th May for Rachmaninov, Liszt and more!

Scottish Folk Music Cruise with Pure Malt

Join Maid of the Forth for the highly-anticipated evening music cruises, making a comeback in 2024!

Shock Horror Presents ‘Ghost Story’

Ghost Story is the first is a new series of horror musicals that tap into our deepest, darkest fears and desires. Catch it at The Banshee Labyrinth on Friday 17th May!

Stormchaser & The Hollowmen

Don't miss Stormchaser & The Hollowmen at Dreadnought Rock on Friday 17th May!

The Spirit of Bad Company and Free

Free Again Band present 100 minutes of music from the back catalogue of Bad Company and Free at the Howden Park Centre on 17th May!

ADHD Love Live: The Small Talk Tour

After a sellout debut show in London, Rich and Rox are now taking ADHD Love LIVE on tour! Prepare for an evening of laughter, honest conversation, and radical shame reduction.

Carl Donnelly: Glow Up!

Carl Donnelly returns looking and feeling great – which is surprising considering he’s officially hit middle age and has had a tough couple of years.

FitkinWall – Harpland

Internationally renowned harp and electronica duo FitkinWall follow threads of migration, loss and longing in their new show at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 18th May! 

Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals

Don’t miss your chance to see Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals UK Tour when it returns to Edinburgh Playhouse in May 2024!

The Highstool Prophets

The Highstool Prophets are one of the most sought after folk scene bands of the moment, don't miss them live at The Mash House on Saturday 18th May!

Ukrainian Orchestra - Lord of the Sound

The renowned symphonic orchestra Lord of the Sound presents the musical program "The Music of Hans Zimmer" at Edinburgh International Conference Centre on 18th May!

Chris Kent - Back At It

Cork man Chris Kent brings his brand new show 'Back At It' to The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh on 19th May!

Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of the Dubliners

Direct from the West End and having sold out venues worldwide, Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of the Dubliners returns to theatres in 2024 with a date at Edinburgh Playhouse on 19th May!

Jerry Leger & the Situation

Toronto singer/songwriter Jerry Leger is coming to Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Monday 20th May!

Dead Girls Rising

Dead Girls Rising is a furious coming-of-age punk cabaret show about trying to survive in a violent patriarchy, our deepest fears, and how we seek to control them.

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac 2024

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, the world’s finest tribute to Fleetwood Mac, comes to the Usher Hall on 21st May celebrating the very best of Fleetwood Mac!

Sangs and Clatter / Piosenki i Gwar

Enjoy Scottish and Polish songs and poems, including those of our national bard Robert Burns, and the music of Ukraine at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 21st May!

The Music Man

After a show-stopping, high-flying performance of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang last year. Southern Light is back at the Festival Theatre with Meredith Willson’s The Music Man.

Catherine Bohart: Again, With Feelings

Catherine Bohart is back with her new show 'Again, With Feelings'. Catch her at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh on Wednesday 22 May!

Oliver

Join the Livingston Players at the Howden Park Centre in May as they present their production of Oliver!

Stories on the Way: When Yellow’s On the Broom

Come and enjoy live storytelling in the relaxed setting of the Netherbow Theatre on 22nd May, where our amazing apprentice storytellers will show off their skills!

The Searchers ‘Thank You’ Tour

Don't miss your very last chance to catch the final appearance of a truly legendary band when The Searchers bring their farewell tour to The Queen's Hall on 22nd May!

Big Girls Don’t Cry

It’s time to hang on to what we got and celebrate one of the worlds treasures in two hours of non-stop hits with Big Girls Don’t Cry!

Curtain Up! by Peter Quilter

The St Serf's Players present 'Curtain Up!', a madcap play full of vitality, quickfire dialogue and several surprises, at Inverleith St Serf's Church Centre from 23rd to 25th May!

Ducks Ltd. in Edinburgh

Dive into the jangly world of indie pop with Ducks Ltd. as they bring their refreshing sound to Sneaky Pate's Edinburgh on May 23rd!

Paddy Raff: Gimme A Minute

Northern Ireland comedy sensation Paddy Raff brings his popular brand of stand-up & musical comedy to The Stand Edinburgh on Thursday 23rd May!

An Evening with Amor Towles

Topping & Company Booksellers of Edinburgh are delighted to be hosting Amor Towles on 24th May to celebrate publication of his latest story collection, Table for Two!

Avital Ash: Workshops Her Suicide Note

Avital Ash's debut at Monkey Barrel Comedy explores explores growing up a Hasidic Jew, depression, queer identity, and generational Holocaust trauma, all while being hilarious.

McFleetwood

Don't miss McFleetwood, one of Scotland's brightest tributes, when they perform live at Reconnect Regal Theatre on 24th May!

Midnight Ambulance

Catch alternative rock duo Midnight Ambulance when they play The Mash House on Friday 24th May!

PAGES.

Alternative pop-rock trio PAGES. are enjoying a growing presence in the thriving Scottish music scene and you can catch them when they headline Legends Edinburgh on 24th May!

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!

The Lovely Eggs

The Lovely Eggs are on tour in May 2024 including a date at La Belle Angele on the 24th!

The Monochrome Set

The Monochrome Set return to Scotland to promote their new album of 'Marc Riley Sessions from 2011 to 2022 with a date at The Voodoo Rooms on 24th May!

The Sensational 60’s Experience

The biggest and best 60's show touring the UK, will be appearing at Corn Exchange Haddington for one night only on Friday 24th May!

Tom Davis: Underdog

Embarking on his biggest tour to date with his brand new show, ‘Underdog’, Tom will be exploring life as the longshot. Catch him at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 24th May!

Tourist

English songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist William Phillips aka Tourist has announced a show at Cabaret Voltaire on Friday 24th May!

Transmission: the Sound of Joy Division

Transmission: The Sound of Joy Division celebrate the 45th Anniversary of the iconic 'Unknown Pleasures' album by playing it in its entirety at The Liquid Room on 24th May!

EBI

Ebrahim Hamedi, known better as “Ebi” to his millions of fans across the world, comes to the Usher Hall on Saturday 25th May!

Elephant Sessions

From the Highlands of Scotland, progressive folk band, Elephant Sessions will play The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Saturday 25th May!

Evening Sunset Jazz Cruise

Join us for a magical evening on the river Forth with our legendary Jazz cruise featuring live music from the "Maid of the Forth Stompers"!

Fast Forward

Fast Forward bring a new line up and new songs to Dreadnought Rock on Saturday 25th May!

Feria de Seville In Edinburgh

Come and celebrate Spring with the Alba Flamenca Feria, our own little Feria de Sevilla, on Saturday 25th May!

Gianmarco Soresi: The Leaning In Tour

Gianmarco Soresi, a New York based stand-up comedian, actor, and creator brings his tour to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 25th May!

Karine Polwart - Light Beyond The Window

Multi-award winning Scottish songwriter, folk singer and storyteller Karine Polwart will perform Light Beyond The Window at the Corn Exchange Haddington on 25th May!

Regency Soirée in the Georgian House

Join us on 25th May for an immersive Georgian-inspired experience, including guided historical dance, a special tour of the house and a period dance and music recital!

The Staves

The Staves are on a UK tour in May with a date at the Assembly Rooms Edinburgh on Saturday the 25th!

Brewhemia’s Scottish Fling!

Laddies and lassies, gather 'round! It’s time to don your finest tartan and prepare for a night of Scottish revelry that’ll leave you grinning like a contented Highland coo!

Sister Madds

Sister Madds, an alt pop-rock 5 piece from Glasgow, play Leith Depot on Sunday 26th May as part of their Teeny Tiny Tour!

The Bechdel Cast

The Bechdel Cast is coming to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 26th May for a special live show!

Wesley Stace (aka John Wesley Harding)

The talented singer songwriter and author Wesley Stace (aka John Wesley Harding) makes his first live appearance in Edinburgh for 15 years at The Waverley Bar on Sunday 26th May!

Darren Kiely

Darren Kiely brings his folk-infused pop sound to The Caves Edinburgh on Monday 27th May!

I’m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue

Join chairman Jack Dee, a panel of top comedians plus pianist Colin Sell for an unmissable evening of inspired nonsense.

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard

Australian psychedelic rock gods 'King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard' are on a UK tour in May with a date at the Usher Hall on the 27th!

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, the most fantasmagorical musical of all time, flies into Edinburgh Playhouse for one week only!

creative soundLAB: Clanimation Animation Collaboration

opera agency is delighted to announce we are collaborating with Scottish Animation Network 'Clanimation' for our creative soundLAB MAY 2024 event.

Sunset Song

Scotland’s most loved literary heroine Chris Guthrie is brought to the stage in this thrilling contemporary adaptation.

Uncanny Live: I Know What I Saw

Due to PHENOMENAL demand, the sell-out hit show Uncanny: I Know What I Saw with Danny Robins is back in 2024! Catch it at the Festival Theatre on 28th May!

Johnny Hates Jazz

For the first time in 36 years, Johnny Hates Jazz will be embarking on their first ever headline tour of the UK and overseas! Don't miss them live at the Voodoo Rooms on Wednesday 29th May!

NT Live Encore Screening: The Motive and the Cue

Catch a special screening of The Motive and the Cue, a fierce and funny new play directed by Sam Mendes and starring Mark Gatiss as John Gielgud and Johnny Flynn as Richard Burton!

Country Roads

Leave your 9 to 5 worries at the door and get ready as, for one night only, hit producers Entertainers celebrate the Kings and Queens of country music at the Festival Theatre!

Hel Cabaret - Nocturnal Rites

Hel Cabaret returns to La Belle Angele on Thursday 30th May bring you Nocturnal Rites!

Makers Market The Lothians: Exclusive Ladies Shopping Event

The Makers Market The Lothians is holding an exclusive Shopping Event on Thursday 30th May. Come along and feel like a proper VIP and enjoy a browse of amazing Stalls!

An ABBA Dream

An Abba Dream, one of Scotland's top Abba tributes, are coming to Reconnect Regal Theatre!

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.

Coco Mellors: From Cleo and Frank to the Blue Sisters

Topping Edinburgh is delighted to welcome Coco Mellors to celebrating publication of her stunning sophomore novel 'Blue Sisters' at the beautiful Ps and Gs Church on 31st May!

Heidi Talbot

Acclaimed Irish singer/composer Heidi Talbot comes to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Friday 31st May!

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!

Kerrang’d - Live Tour

Announcing...KERRANG'D! are finally visiting Scotland and play La Belle Angele on Friday 31st May!

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!

Jin Hao Li: Swimming in a Submarine (Work in Progress)

Enjoy a debut work in progress from BBC New Comedy Awards & Chortle Student Awards finalist Jin Hao Li at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 1st June!

Just The Tonic with Susie McCabe - CANCELLED

Catch award-winning comedian Susie McCabe at Just the Tonic Comedy Club in Greyfriars Charteris Centre on Saturday 1st June!

Mick McNeill: I’m Not Anything

Mick McNeill’s rapid climb up the Scottish comedy ladder has seen him become a weekend favourite at every comedy club in the country and you can catch him at Monkey Barrel Conmedy on 1st June!

Planet Rock Presents - These Wicked Rivers

These Wicked Rivers are heading back out on the road again on the “Peace, Love & Lampshades” tour with a date at Bannermans Bar on 1st June!

Saint PHNX

Glaswegian siblings Saint Phnx have announced a gig at La Belle Angele on Saturday 1st June!

The Moira Trilogy

Alan Bissett will bring all three Moira Monologues, giving audiences the chance to experience Moira's hilarious journey in a single sitting, to the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 1st June!

The Zombies

Don't miss 2019 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees The Zombies when they play The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh on Saturday 1st June!

UK/DC

UK/DC, an authentic tribute to the mighty AC/DC, return to Bathgate on Saturday 1st June!

RSPB Birdwatching cruise

Join Maid of the Forth for a 3-hour cruise, led by our team of expert RSPB staff, for a birdwatching adventure like no other!

Simon and Garfunkel Through the Years

This live concert experience is without a doubt the most authentic tribute to Simon & Garfunkel touring the world today.

Richard Hawley

Sheffield singer-songwriter Richard Hawley will take his new 'Best Of' album on the road in 2024, with a date at the Usher Hall on 3rd June!

Marc Jennings: Work-in-Progress

Marc Jennings returns to Edinburgh with a work-in-progress of his new show following sold-out Fringe runs in 2022 & 2023!

MC Hammersmith’s Freestyle Breakdown (WIP)

For one night only, MC Hammersmith is completely improvising 100 % of the content, including the structure at Monkey Barrel comedy on 4th June!

Nadiya & Kai: Behind The Magic

Following their critically acclaimed debut tour, Nadiya and Kai are back with their brand new show Behind the Magic! Don't miss it at the Festival Theatre on Tuesday 4th June!

Storm Lantern

Caught by the Nazis distributing forbidden leaflets, Sophie Scholl is facing execution. Only one route remains: confession and betrayal of everything she stood for… but will she take it?

Kris Drever Band

One of Scotland's finest and most acclaimed songwriters Kris Drever will tour with his band in 2024, catch them live at The Queens Hall Edinburgh on 5th June!

Redolent

Redolent headline Sneaky Pete's on Wednesday 5th June in support of their new album!

Abbamania 2024

Dust off your platforms, put on your flares and come along and enjoy an unforgettable night with Abbamania at the Howden Park Centre!

Gasoline

Gasoline, a 4 piece UK/French band, play Dreadnought Rock in Bathgate on Thursday 6th June!

Scotland’s Salute - A Tribute to D-Day 80th Anniversary Concert

Exactly 80 years ago, Allied forces launched one of the most daring operations of World War 2. Join Legion Scotland and Poppyscotland at the Usher Hall as we pay tribute to their heroism!

The Last Pearl

From the team that created the multi award winning productions Shackleton and the Third Policeman, Blue Raincoat Theatre Company bring their newest devised piece, The Last Pearl.

Martin Kemp - Back To the 80s DJ Set

Martin Kemp returns for his annual ‘Back To The 80s’ showdown. Join him on 7th June as he trades his bass for the decks and spins the biggest and best hits from the 1980s.

Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Saint-Saëns Piano Concerto No5

Thomas Søndergård conducts while Simon Trpčeski plays the piano: and believe us, dazzling is an understatement!

Scottish Opera - La Traviata

This beloved production, which began life at Scottish Opera in 2008, has been seen at opera houses around the world! Don't miss La Traviata when it come to Edinburgh in June!

Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift will bring her record-breaking Eras Tour to the UK in 2024 including three nights at BT Murrayfield Stadium on 7th, 8th & 9th June!

The Gimme Gimme Gimmes ride again

The Gimme Gimme Gimmes return to Dreadnought Rock on 7th June for another night of fun and frolics on home turf!

The UK Rock Show

From the producers of the hugely popular Bon Jovi Forever One Wild Night Tour, Harder Rock Productions is Proud to bring The UK Rock Show to Reconnect Regal Theatre on 7th June!

Vittorio Angelone: Work In Progress

Vittorio Angelone previews a work in progress of his brand new show at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Friday 7th June, ahead of the Fringe Festival.

30 Something Disco

Get ready to dance the night away and relive the best hits of the 70s, 80s, 90s, and noughties classic retro beatz at Room At The Top on Saturday 8th June!

Disney in Concert: The Sound of Magic

Dive into 100 years of Disney magic at this 5-star concert event featuring a live orchestra and dazzling visuals celebrating the iconic songs and movie moments of The Walt Disney Company!

Enhanced Events Presents Fionn Curran

Enhanced Events are delighted to bring Fionn Curran to the Capital to party in the The Liquid Room on Saturday 8th June!

George Hinchliffe’s Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain

A concert by the Ukulele Orchestra is an unforgettable experience. A witty, quirky, irreverent, joyful, foot-stomping obituary of rock & roll and melodious light entertainment!

Horatio Gould: Sweet Prince

After his sell-out Edinburgh Fringe run, Horatio is bringing his critically acclaimed debut hour to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 8th June!

Joe Sutherland: Miss World (WIP)

Joe ‘could have been a dancer’ Sutherland returns to say a bunch of naughty things in a new work-in-progress show to prepare for an international tour.

Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers

Join the celebration of Mugenkyo’s landmark 30th anniversary, with a very special show of big beats, visual treats & vital energy.

North Sea Gas: In Concert

The Corstorphine Trust are delighted to announce that North Sea Gas, One of Scotland’s most popular folk bands, will be performing at The Corstorphine Astoria Centre on 8th June!

Tom Allen: Completely

Comedian Tom Allen is coming to Edinburgh! Tom is back on the road with his brand new show Completely, don't miss him at the Edinburgh Playhouse on Saturday 8th June 2024!

Arthur’s Evening Walk

Enjoy an evening stroll around Holyrood Park as you join our Rangers to learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

Marjolein Robertson: Thank God Fish Don’t Have Hands

Shetland comedian Marjolein performs her sell-out, five star, ADHD fueled show, Thank God Fish Don't Have Hands, at the Stand Edinburgh on Sunday 9 June!

Rory Stewart: Politics on the Edge

Join co-presenter of the hit podcast The Rest is Politics, Rory Stewart - diplomat, explorer, cabinet minister and writer - for an evening of no-holds barred discussion!

Manic Street Preachers + Suede

Two of the UK’s most influential and iconic rock bands Manic Street Preachers + Suede have announced a massive co-headline tour for summer 2024 with a date at Edinburgh Castle on 10th July!

Beth Gibbons

DF Concerts presents Portishead's Beth Gibbons plus special guests live at the Usher Hall on Tuesday 11th June!

Six

From the West End to Broadway, the international smash hit musical SIX returns to Edinburgh Playhouse in June!

Lie Low

Lie Low is the award-winning, critically acclaimed dark, funny and surreal new play by Ciara Elizabeth Smyth.

Maggie & Me

Maggie & Me, Damian Barr's award-winning and darkly witty memoir about growing up gay in Thatcher's Britain comes to the Traverse Theatre in June!

John Bramwell

John Bramwell, an English singer-songwriter and frontman for the three-piece alternative rock band I Am Kloot, plays The Voodoo Rooms on Thursday 13th June!

Leith Comedy Festival Presents… The Leith Festival Edition

Leith Comedy Festival is delighted to be bringing you a mixed-bill comedy show as part of Leith Festival, this time at Leith Dockers Club on 13th June!

Steve Bugeja: Self Doubt (I Think)

Steve Bugeja, the creator and star of ITV2's hit sitcom, Buffering, returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Thursday 13th June!

What’s Love Got To Do with It?

After a fantastic sell out debut tour across the UK, Tina Turner fans will have the time of their lives as What’s Love Got To Do With It? is back for 2024!

An Audience with Karen Dunbar

Spend an unforgettable evening in Karen Dunbar's company at the Howden Park Centre as she share stories, jokes and insights from her incredible career!

Elvis by Candlelight

We are ‘all shook up’ as one of the UK's leading Elvis tribute acts along with an incredible live band returns with 'Elvis by Candlelight' at The Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh!

Esther Swift ‘Expectations of a Lifetime’

Join Esther Swift as she launches her debut album 'Expectations of a Lifetime' at The Queen’s Hall in June 2024.

Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Berlioz Grande Messe

Thomas Søndergård conducts Scotland's musical event of the year when the RSNO bring Berlioz's Grande Messe to the Usher Hall!

Bon Jovi Forever

The only Bon Jovi tribute show you need to see! A high energy, electric packed show guaranteed to raise your hands.

Bond by Candlelight

Step into an evening of candlelit excitement with London Concertante, with some of the best-loved themes from James Bond performed by their fabulous ensemble at St Giles' Cathedral!

Dave Reubens - Freaky Magic

Master magician Dave Reubens brings his crazy magic show, packed with comedy, story and danger, to The Banshee Labyrinth on Saturday 15th June!

Same Moon in the Same World

Alex Hitchcock and Ant Law have created a startlingly vivid and mature soundworld, in their new album Same Moon in the Same World. Joining them is drummer Sun-Mi Hong and bassist Jasper Høiby!

Symphonic Queen

Join the full force of the International Film Orchestra for an incredible evening of music by one of the most successful bands of all time – Queen!

Lubomyr Melnyk

Our era has seen some truly amazing musicians on the stage, and pianist Lubomyr Melnyk is one of the great examples and you can hear him at The Queen's Hall on Sunday 16th June!

Swim Deep

Swim Deep will be bringing their 2024 UK tour to The Mash House Edinburgh on Sunday 16th June!

Nile Rodgers + CHIC

Nile Rodgers, multiple GRAMMY-winning composer, producer, arranger and guitarist, brings an unforgettable live performance with CHIC to Edinburgh Playhouse on Monday 17th June!

Phil O’Shea and Friends Fringe Preview

Phil O'Shea brings you a ridiculous work in progress comedy show and a guest preview from one of his favourite comedians at The Banshee Labyrinth!

Suffocation + Distant

Legendary metallers Suffocation are coming to La Belle Angele on June 17th with support from Distant.

Ballet Black: Heroes

Now in their 22nd year, Cassa Pancho's Ballet Black return to the Festival Theatre with a new double bill, Ballet Black: Heroes.

Fenne Lily

Fenne Lily brings a rawness and open honesty to her music which is both refreshing and compelling in equal measure, catch her live at The Mash House on 18th June!

James Marriott

Multi-faceted artist and creative James Marriott has added an additional date to his tour next year and plays La Belle Angele, Edinburgh on 19th June!

Toby Jepson

Singer and songwriter Toby Jepson has announced headline Scottish shows with a date at The Mash House Edinburgh on 19th June!

Phoenix Choir!

This show at the Usher Hall will be the Phoenix Choir's biggest yet, and the first time combining all 4 choirs together!

Scottish Ensemble: Concerts for a Summer’s Night

Join the Scottish Ensemble at the National Museum of Scotland for Concerts for a Summer's Night... a musical celebration of the summer solstice!

Amy Matthews: Work in Progress

Amy Matthews brings a work in progress version of her latest show to the Monkey Barrel stage on Friday 21st June!

Bernard Butler

Catch Bernard Butler, a Brit and Grammy Award winning musician, when he plays The Voodoo Rooms Edinburgh on Friday 21st June!

Callum Beattie

Catch Edinburgh-born singer-songwriter Callum Beattie when he plays the Usher Hall in June!

Legend - The Music of Bob Marley

Legend, the music of Bob Marley is an unforgettable evening celebrating this musical icon in one fantastic stage show extravaganza!

Royal Highland Hoolie

Presented with legendary promoters Farmers Bash, the concerts will be bigger and better than ever bringing the best of Scotland and Ireland’s homegrown talent to the Royal Highland Centre.

Film Screening of ‘Howards End’

It wouldn't be midsummer without a ravishing country house affair to enjoy at Lauriston Castle and this year we present 'Howards End', a romantic drama of class distinctions in Edwardian Britain.

Robin Grainger: An Audient with Robin Grainger

Don't miss Robin Grainger when he brings his new show to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 22nd June!

Shock Horror Presents ‘The Offering’

'The Offering' combines musical theatre and horror movies in a way never seen before. We hope you're prepared...You might just get scared!

The Shires

The UK's biggest country music export The Shires have announced an intimate acoustic tour for 2024 which will include a night at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Saturday 22nd June!

TuFlamenco Festival 4th Edition: Annual Student Showcase 2024

Watch Flamenco in Scotland shine when the 4th Edition of the TuFlamenco Festival 'Student Showcase' takes place at the St Brides Centre in Edinburgh on Saturday 22nd June!

Yuriko Kotani: Work In Progress

Winner of the BBC New Comedy Award, UK-based Japanese comedian Yuriko Kotani is going to tell stories of her experiences, thoughts and imagination as a work in progress.

80s Live!

You've made it through the wilderness, somehow, you've made it through and now we're never gonna give you up. Get ready as the biggest 80s party show to tour the UK comes to the Assembly Rooms!

Brian Butterfield: Call Of Now

Brian Butterfield is once again heading out to reach the masses with his CALL OF NOW tour and you can catch him at The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh on Sunday 23rd June!

Rogier Bak: Made in USA (WIP)

Dutch comedian Rogier Bak is excited to bring his solo show to the UK for the very first time. Catch him at The Stand Edinburgh on 23rd June!

West Lothian Armed Forces Day 2024

Howden Park Centre welcomes West Lothian Armed Forces Day back to the venue for a spectacular evening of music on Monday 24th June!

Grease

The world's best-loved musical is back! Grittier and more glamorous than ever before don't miss Grease at Edinburgh Playhouse in June!

Henry Winkler: The Fonz and Beyond

Join the legendary Henry Winkler at the Usher Hall as he shares stories of his life on the 50th anniversary of his time in Hollywood!

Life Of Pi

Winner of five Olivier Awards, including Best Play, see the West End spectacle on its first-ever UK tour coming to the Festival Theatre!

Hello from Heaven - Psychic Night in Edinburgh

Join Psychic Medium Fiona Stewart Williams for an incredible evening of connecting with the other side at The Village Hotel Edinburgh on 27th June!

Murder Mystery Evening

Fancy playing detective for the night and working out who dunnit? Then come along to Murrayfield for our murder mystery night!

Rob Lamberti Presents Perfectly George

Rob Lamberti presents ‘Perfectly George’ at the O2 Academy Edinburgh, with his incredible voice that is wowing audiences across the UK.

Hen Night Horror

Thrilling, terrifying, hilarious... Hen Night Horror at the Howden Park Centre is an original musical comedy that promises to put the willies right up ye!

Little Fix

Little Fix, UK's No.1 Little Mix Tribute Band, play La Belle Angele in Edinburgh on Saturday 29th June.

Shalamar

Shalamar bring their 'Greatest Hits' Tour to the Usher Hall on Saturday 29th June along with special guest Gwen Dickey!

Epic Rap Battles of History

Comedy rap series, Epic Rap Battles of History, which pits notable historical and pop culture figures against one another in a rap battle format is coming to The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 30th June!

Lea Salonga - Stage, Screen & Everything in Between

Musical theatre and Disney star Lea Salonga returns to the UK with her new solo tour 'Stage, Screen & Everything in Between' and brings it to the Festival Theatre on Sunday 30th June!

Bonnie & Clyde The Musical

The West End smash-hit Bonnie & Clyde The Musical is set to hold-up Edinburgh following two hell-raising seasons in London's West End!

Soccer Mommy

Sophie Allison, aka Soccer Mommy, is one of the most gifted songwriters making rock music right now and she plays Summerhall on Tuesday 2nd July!

Beach Crows play John Martyn

Enjoy a chilled out evening of John Martyn classics and Beach Crows' own material at the Waverley Bar on Thursday 4th July!

Sofie Hagen: Will I Ever Have Sex Again? (Book & Stand-Up Tour)

Sofie Hagen is bringing her brand new stand-up show and her brand new book on tour and stops off at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 4th July!

Adventure Cinema Outdoor Cinema at Dalkeith Country Park

The UK's No.1 Outdoor Cinema tour is back with some incredible movies to watch under the sun and stars at Dalkeith Country Park!

Madness

Madness have announced a series of outdoor UK and Ireland shows for summer 2024, including a date at Edinburgh Castle on Friday 5th July!

Movements

Movements, the US post-hardcore/emo group, head to La Belle Angele on 5th July for a special summer show!

Dana Gillespie & the London Blues Band

This is a Band at the top of their game, and with Dana’s dynamic vocals at the fore, it’s a toe-tapping, hand-clapping, shake your blues away sort of night.

Girls Night OUT

Five-Star Hit show from the World famous Edinburgh Fringe Festival: Flat & the Curves are leaving a trail of Sequins across the UK on their 2024 tour! Catch them at the Howden Park Centre in July!

Helen Bauer: Work In Progress

Helen Bauer presents a work in progress show of her new thoughts and feelings on pretty much everything at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 6th July.

West End Musicals by Candlelight

For one night only, the highly-acclaimed London Concertante will be taking you into the dazzling world of the most beautiful musicals at St Giles' Cathedral!

Anton & Giovanni - Together

After the hugely successful Him and Me Tour, the nation's favourite double act, Anton Du Beke and Giovanni Pernice, are back with their brand new live tour - Together!

Ben Ottewell & Ian Ball

Don't miss your chance to see Ben Ottewell and Ian Ball from Gomez perform live at La Belle Angele on Monday 8th July!

For You Blue

Following on from two hugely successful collaborations, The Bootleg Beatles and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra are coming together again!

JLS - The Summer Hits Tour 2024

Castle Concerts are delighted to announce that JLS will bring The Summer Hits Tour 2024 to Edinburgh Castle Esplanade on Tuesday 9th July!

Nils Frahm: Music For Edinburgh

The Berlin-based pianist and composer makes a much-anticipated return to the live stage following 2017's hiatus, playing brand new material in an intimate set-up at the Usher Hall.

An Evening with David Sedaris

David Sedaris will take An Evening With David Sedaris across the UK and Ireland in summer 2024. Catch him live at the Usher Hall on Wednesday 10th July!

Jalen Ngonda

Jalen Ngonda is one of the most captivating performers on today's soul scene, don't miss him live at Summerhall on Wednesday 10th July!

DJ Shadow

DJ Shadow has announced a massive tour in support of his new full-length album, Action Adventure, which will include a night at La Belle Angele on 11th July!

The National

Castle Concerts are delighted to announce that one of the world’s biggest indie-rock bands The National, will be playing at the castle on Thursday 11 July 2024!

Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

The Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival returns from 12th to 21st July 2024, presenting a programme that spans the entire history of the music from ragtime to modern jazz to Chicago blues and beyond.

National Youth Orchestra of Scotland Summer Concert

The National Youth Orchestra of Scotland is the flagship classical ensemble. Don't miss their summer concert at the Usher Hall on Friday 12th July!

Skipinnish: Celebrating 25 Years

Castle Concerts are delighted to announce that Scotland's celebrated Celtic rock band Skipinnish will play at the castle to celebrate their 25th anniversary, on Friday 12th July!

The Spooky Men’s Chorale

The Spooky Men’s Chorale are the gift that keeps on giving and you can catch them at the Assembly Rooms on Friday 12 July!

Cirque - The Greatest Show

Welcome to Cirque: the award-winning, smash-hit circus musical that is fun for all the family. Escape the ordinary and enter the world of the extraordinary!

Darnell Cole and the Vibe - A Man of Soul

Heading over the pond this Summer we welcome Darnell Cole and the Vibe to play at Scotland's longest running rock Club - Dreadnought Rock!

Girls Overheard

Get ready to eavesdrop on the juiciest conversations from Glasgow's own Eilidh Wells, Lauren Kerr, and Ash Reid in 'Girls Overheard' at the Assembly Rooms on Saturday 13th July!

Paul Weller

Paul Weller, one of the UK’s most enduring music greats, will play Edinburgh Castle on Saturday 13 July!

RUST

Alternative/Post-Grunge Rock band RUST bring their very own brand of overdriven punk rock to Legends in July!

Sam Lake: Esméralda (Work in Progress)

Award-winning stand up Sam Lake uncovers the mystery behind his mother’s powerful last words in this WIP at Monkey Barrel Comedy!

Garbage

Garbage, the Shirley Manson fronted band, bring their UK tour to the Usher Hall on Sunday 14th July!

Harry Potter & the Philosopher’s Stone In Concert with the RSNO

The Royal Scottish National Orchestra will perform Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone in Concert on Sunday 14th July in the spectacular setting of Edinburgh Castle!

Jools Holland & His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra

Don't miss Jools Holland & his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra at the Festival Theatre, Edinburgh on 14th July!

Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance

After celebrating the 25th anniversary of Lord of the Dance in 2022, Michael Flatley is back with a dazzling revival of his iconic dance extravaganza. Catch it at Edinburgh Playhouse in July!

Out of The Blue - A Celebration of Joni Mitchell

After repeated sell out shows, Anne Gair and her band are taking the show on the road in 2024 with a date at The Voodoo Rooms on 18th July!

Macka & Lowree (Album Launch) - Fresh Take Records

Edinburgh-turned-Glasgow selectors Macka & Lowree return to The Mash House on Friday 19th July!

The Polis

Don't miss Scotland's number one Police tribute act, The Polis, when they return to The Voodoo Rooms this July!

The Total Stone Roses

The UK’s BEST Stone Roses Tribute return to the stage to celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the eponymous Stone Roses Debut Album!

A Date with the Everly Brothers

Hear all the classic hits like Wake Up Little Susie, Cathy’s Clown and many more timeless songs when the UK's newest tribute to The Everly Brothers comes to the Howden Park Centre!

Black Dog Days

Catch Broxburn band Black Dog Days when they return to Dreadnought Rock on Saturday 20th July!

Steve Bugeja: Shiny (Work in Progress)

Star and co-creator of ITV2’s Buffering, Steve Bugeja brings his new work in progress to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 20th July!

The Zodiac Killers / Control Freaks

A double-header of buzzsaw killer punk rock from San Francisco's Rip-Off records is coming to The Banshee Labyrinth on Saturday 20th July!

Here You Come Again - The New Dolly Parton Musical

The new official Dolly Parton musical, Here You Come Again, arrives in Edinburgh in July, featuring all of her greatest hits, don't miss this rollicking and joyous new show!

Love (Ft. Johnny Echols)

LOVE with Johnny Echols sees Arthur Lee’s longest serving band return to the UK in 2024 with a date at The Caves Edinburgh on 25th July!

CATS - The Beyond Broadway Experience

Join the Beyond Broadway Experience's 200-strong cast as they present Andrew Lloyd Webber’s hit musical, CATS.

Luke Kidgell: Happy Hour

After his sold out International Cheers to that! tour, Luke Kidgell is back on the road with his brand-new show Happy Hour, don't miss it at the Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Friday 26th July!

Ska Face

Fronted by the enigmatic Tony Montana and featuring a phenomenal brass section, Ska Face pack a punch from the first note! Don't miss them live at The Voodoo Rooms on Friday 26th July!

The Commoners

The Commoners, a 4 piece Roots/Rock outfit from Toronto, play The Caves, Edinburgh on Friday 26th July!

The Raghu Dixit Project

India's The Raghu Dixit Project bring their unique brand of infectious, happy music to La Belle Angele on Friday 26th July!

The Take That Experience

The Take That Experience, the UK's leading Take That tribute act head to Edinburgh's La Belle Angele on 26th July.

Clubland Classix

Clubland makes its long awaited return to the Scottish capital on Saturday 27th July at The Liquid Room!

MAD4IT Manchester Night

Dust off your bucket hats as Manchester comes to Bathgate for 1 night only as we celebrate 30 years since Oasis Debut Album - Definitely Maybe with a massive Manchester Tribute night!

Shock Horror Presents ‘Bedlam’

Shock Horror presents 'Bedlam', a tale of murder and madness, at the The Banshee Labyrinth on Saturday 27th July!

The Killaz UK

The Killaz UK are the ultimate tribute to the live shows of the Killers! Don't miss them live at La Belle Angele on Saturday 27th July!

Ireland The Show

Ireland the Show will take you on a journey through the decades of a globally loved culture. If it’s all things Irish you like then this is the show for you!

Paul Smith: Pablo

Attention all comedy fans! Paul Smith is bringing his biggest and funniest tour yet, Pablo, to Edinburgh Playhouse on Wednesday 31st July!

Connor Burns: 1994

Scotland’s comedy meteor Connor Burns premieres his hilarious new show '1994' at the Edinburgh Fringe!

Craig Hill: I’ve Been Sitting on This for a While!