What's on in Edinburgh
Welcome to What's on Edinburgh, we pride ourselves on keeping you up to date on events in Edinburgh taking place throughout the year, from the latest theatre events and live music performances to local activities and fantastic attractions!
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There are thousands of events in Edinburgh every month, here we've hand-picked a few you should definitely pay attention to!
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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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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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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From theatre shows to gigs, snap up tickets to the most popular events in town, here's a small selection of what's trending this week!
Vitamin String Quartet: - The Music of Billie Eilish, Bridgerton & Beyond
The Vitamin String Quartet is one of the most popular string ensembles in the world, redefining the boundaries of string music. Don't miss them when they play The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 20th March!
READ MOREDave Formula & Noko
Magazine's keyboard player and guitarist, Dave and Noko, will be touring one more time... performing an evening of Magazine material at La Belle Angele on Thursday 7th May!
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Robert Plant Presents Saving Grace Featuring Suzi Dian
Music legend Robert Plant is back and shaking things up, hitting the road with his band, Saving Grace and plays the Usher Hall Edinburgh on Thursday 18th December!
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You'll find all the latest Edinburgh events that have been added to the website right here!
James Acaster: Work-in-Progress
James Acaster brings his new Work-in-Progress show to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Tuesday 4th November!
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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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Angela Barnes: Angst
Don't miss this brand new stand-up show from Angela Barnes, star of Mock The Week and Live at The Apollo, at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh on 22nd October!
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Latest Edinburgh News
Keep up to date with what's going on in Edinburgh with our local news updates!
Edinburgh school kids team up with Kabin Crew to create a new rap song in Irish and Scottish Gaelic
Young musicians from Edinburgh and Cork are breaking new grounds with a unique hybrid international hip-hop collaboration led by Cork’s Kabin Crew.
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Capitals Bartenders Cast Their Vote As Edinburgh Bar Awards Reveal Finalists
Edinburgh’s top bartenders have had their say, as the Edinburgh Bar Awards today (Thursday, 11th September) reveal the 2025 finalists across 11 categories.
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Take to the skies with Daredevil Photographer Alfred Buckham at the National Galleries of Scotland
This autumn at the Portrait gallery in Edinburgh, take to the skies and see the world from above the clouds through the remarkable work of Alfred Buckham: Daredevil Photographer.
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Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival returns for its 12th edition
Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival returns for its 12th edition on the big screen in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling and Inverness from 1st to 19th October 2025.
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From music to film, comedy to books, family to the arts there's a wide range of cultural festivals being held throughout the year in Edinburgh!
Lammermuir Festival
Lammermuir Festival is East Lothian's celebration of Beautiful Music in Beautiful Places.
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Curious: A free festival of knowledge
Curious is the Royal Society of Edinburgh’s annual festival of knowledge – a free, open-to-all celebration of ideas, discovery, and conversation.
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Edinburgh Cabaret Festival
Join us at CC Blooms for the inaugural Cabaret Festival in Edinburgh, where performers can find a safe space to showcase their talents and express themselves freely.
READ MOREUpcoming Theatre Events in Edinburgh
Whether you prefer comedy or musicals, ballet or opera, our Edinburgh theatre listings will have something to suit everyone!
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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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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Sir Tony Robinson: From Black Adder to Alfred the Great
Join Sir Tony Robinson as he celebrates a life on stage and screen, sharing stories from his remarkable career, his passion for history, and his thrilling fiction debut The House of Wolf.
READ MOREUpcoming Family & Kids Events in Edinburgh
Don't be stuck for things to do with the kids in Edinburgh! We have something for everyone and every pocket...
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.
READ MORERudsambee 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!
READ MOREUpcoming Music Events in Edinburgh
Edinburgh is renowned for it's live music scene, with a variety of venues catering for small intimate gigs to huge arenas hosting the biggest names!
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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Steel Sundays
Come along to Steel Coulson Southside on Sunday 14th September for a relaxed afternoon of acoustic music with a lyrical edge!
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Ricky Warwick & the Fighting Hearts
Ricky Warwick & The Fighting Hearts will play The Liquid Room Edinburgh on Sunday 14th September as part of the 'Blood Ties' Tour!
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Activities in Edinburgh
Step away from the TV remote, choose one or more from our activities selection, and get out of the house to discover new skills, sports and more!
Say Oui To Francais
Say Oui To Français offers engaging online and in-person French lessons for adults at all levels, from complete beginners to advanced speakers.
Salsa Club Edinburgh
Salsa Club Edinburgh is dedicated to improving salsa dancing in our community. Join us and discover the joy of salsa dancing!
Bruntsfield Links Golfing Society
Founded in 1761, the Bruntsfield Links Golfing Society is the fourth oldest in the world and one of Scotland's most prestigious clubs.
Attractions in Edinburgh
Edinburgh and the surrounding areas have a great mix of sightseeing attractions. If you are looking for a fun family day out or a trip with friends, then look no further!
Cymera Festival
Cymera is Scotland's Festival of Science-Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Writing and it returns to Edinburgh from 6th to 8th June.
The Scottish Gallery
The Scottish Gallery in Edinburgh is the oldest and largest private Gallery in Scotland.
Craigmillar Castle Park
Craigmillar Castle Park is a natural heritage park with areas of mature and young woodland, grassland and old quarries.
Eating & Drinking in Edinburgh
Eating out in Edinburgh is a joy, with a range of restaurants and cafes on offer and there's a wide selection of places to enjoy a quiet pint or a cheeky cocktail.
Summerhall Distillery
Summerhall Distillery was the first exclusive Gin distillery to be established in Edinburgh for over 150 years.
Slug & Lettuce Edinburgh Omni Centre
Slug and Lettuce Edinburgh is located at the top of Leith Walk in the Omni Leisure development centre, conveniently next door to the Playhouse Theatre.
Campervan Brewery
Campervan Brewery pride themselves on brewing exceptionally high-quality beer for you to enjoy, whether that’s at home or on an adventure.
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