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Summer Holiday events in Edinburgh

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Events in Edinburgh

Arthur’s Secrets

1st September 2023 - 26th March 2024

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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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt

1st January 2024 - 31st August 2024

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: Gifford Bank

29th June 2024 - 30th June 2024
Various Locations East Lothian

Gifford Bank is a Georgian house set in 4 acres on the edge of the village and is taking part on Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden on 8th & 9th July.

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Adventure Cinema Outdoor Cinema at Dalkeith Country Park

5th July 2024 - 7th July 2024

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!

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Midweek makes: Collage crowns

Selected dates between 10th July 2024 - 28th August 2024

Join us in the Family Room at The Palace of Holyroodhouse to discover the stories behind some special crowns. Get creative by decorating your own crown to wear as you visit the rest of the Palace.

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Sprint World Orienteering Championships

12th July 2024 - 16th July 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Ahead of what is set to be an exciting summer of sport in Scotland, Edinburgh plays host to the Sprint World Orienteering Championships (WOC 2024) from 12-16 July.

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Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out

20th July 2024 - 21st July 2024

Peppa Pig is back in her oinktastic brand new live show, Fun Day Out! Don't miss it at the Edinburgh Playhouse on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st July!

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Foodies Festival Edinburgh

2nd August 2024 - 4th August 2024

Foodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music, will return to Inverleith Park in Edinburgh between the 2nd and 4th August!

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Fringe by the Sea

2nd August 2024 - 11th August 2024

Fringe by the Sea is back with a bang! With over 250 events between August 2nd and 11th in the beautiful seaside town of North Berwick, there's something to suit every taste!

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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

2nd August 2024 - 24th August 2024

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo returns from 2nd to 24th August 2024!

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Music Improvisation Summer School

10th August 2024 - 11th August 2024

St Mary's Music School will be hosting our very first Improvisation Summer School in August 2024!

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Recycled fashion: Family workshop

10th August 2024

Take part in a fun family workshop exploring fashion in Georgian Britain at The Palace of Holyroodhouse on 10th August!

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Summer Holiday Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of Summer Holiday Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Foodies Festival Glasgow

Foodies Festival Glasgow

9th August 2024 - 11th August 2024

Foodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music will return to Rouken Glen Park in August featuring Symphonic Ibiza, Blue and Scouting for Girls!

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Artie’s Singing Kettle - Greatest Hits

Artie’s Singing Kettle - Greatest Hits

29th June 2024

Artie is bringing the original Singing Kettles packed full of clues to his Greatest Hits show at Eastwood Park Theatre on Saturday 29th June!

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Summer Holiday Events in Fife

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

The Tiger Who Came to Tea

The Tiger Who Came to Tea

14th July 2024

Following a smash-hit West End season, the tea-guzzling tiger is back on the road in this delightful family show! Catch it at the Alhambra Theatre Dunfermline on 14th July!

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Grass to Grill - Estate Tours

Grass to Grill - Estate Tours

Selected dates between 3rd May 2024 - 6th September 2024

Experience an estate tour of our organic farms, crops & animals by tractor ride, followed by a seasonal BBQ dinner back at Bowhouse.

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Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out

Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out

10th July 2024 - 11th July 2024

Prepare for the brand new Peppa Pig live show packed full of songs, dance and muddy puddles, it really is the best day ever for Peppa Pig fans!

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Summer Holiday Events in Glasgow

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

WestFest

WestFest

1st June 2024 - 30th June 2024

WestFest returns for its second annual festival between Saturday 1st and Sunday 30th June, delivering a wide array of high quality, vibrant and inclusive events to the area!

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Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out

Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out

13th July 2024 - 14th July 2024

Peppa Pig is back in her oinktastic brand new live show, Fun Day Out! Don't miss it at the King's Theatre Glasgow on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th July!

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Big Butterfly Count

Big Butterfly Count

4th August 2024

Ever wondered what that butterfly in your garden is? Then come along and learn about identification and the lifestyles of butterflies, and how to help them at Dams To Darnley Country Park!

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Summer Holiday Events in Lanarkshire

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

Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book

Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book

5th July 2024 - 7th July 2024

Come and delve into a range of books with Charlie Cook, brought to life with puppetry and enchanting songs, at Lanark Memorial Hall this Summer!

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History In The Field

History In The Field

19th July 2024 - 21st July 2024

History In The Field is Scotland's newest multiperiod living history event, hosted by Western Desert Recce Group, at the David Livingstone Centre in Blantyre between the 19th and 21st of July!

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South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Calderglen Family Run of Colour

South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Calderglen Family Run of Colour

28th July 2024

Take a unique, colourful walk, jog or run, through some of the beautiful grounds of Calderglen Country Park at the Family Run of Colour on Sunday 28th July!

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Summer Holiday Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

Renfrew Food & Drink Festival

Renfrew Food & Drink Festival

29th June 2024 - 30th June 2024

Renfrew Food & Drink Festival will return to Robertson Park, Renfrew for a third year on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th June!

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Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book

Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book

2nd July 2024 - 4th July 2024

Come and delve into a range of books with Charlie Cook, brought to life with puppetry and enchanting songs, at Beacon Arts Centre this Summer!

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Taylor Swift Tribute

Taylor Swift Tribute

8th August 2024

Calling all Swifties! Don't miss a Taylor Swift Tribute by Xenna at Beacon Arts Centre on Thursday 8th August!

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Summer Holiday Events in Stirling

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

Beauty and the Beast at Stirling Castle

Beauty and the Beast at Stirling Castle

19th July 2024

Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company at Stirling Castle this summer for a brand-new telling of the classic fairy tale Beauty and the Beast!

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Scotland’s National Hero

Scotland’s National Hero

10th February 2024 - 27th October 2024

Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Bannockburn House Gardens

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Bannockburn House Gardens

25th August 2024

Bannockburn House, an A-listed mansion built in 1675 by Sir Hugh Paterson, now sits in 26 acres of woodland and gardens.

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Events in Other Areas

Kelburn Garden Party

Kelburn Garden Party

4th July 2024 - 8th July 2024

The Kelburn Garden Party is a music and arts festival that explodes across numerous stages, nooks and spaces throughout the magical glen and stunning gardens that surround Kelburn Castle!

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Zippos Circus at Ayr’s Low Green

Zippos Circus at Ayr’s Low Green

7th August 2024 - 12th August 2024
Ayr

Zippos Circus returns to Ayr's Low Green between Wednesday 7th and Monday 12th August with their all-new 2024 production, Magnificent!

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Popular Events

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!
Easter: The Women’s Story
The Easter Play is a large-scale community Passion Play telling the Easter story on 30th March beneath the iconic backdrop of Edinburgh Castle!
Cracking New Jokes Show
Scotland's Best Comedians Live are proud to bring a new weekly showcase to the Dragonfly Cocktail Bar in Edinburgh.
MetalMania
The best rock and metal night Keep It Steel presents: MetalMania at La Belle on Saturday the 11th April.
A Play, A Pie and A Pint
A popular feature of the Traverse programme, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, Òran Mór returns for 2024.

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