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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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Featured Events in Edinburgh

There are thousands of events in Edinburgh every month, here we've hand-picked a few you should definitely pay attention to!

Fairground Attraction

18th October 2024

After an absence of 35 years, all four original members of 80s band Fairground Attraction have reunited for a 14-date UK tour which will see them play Edinburgh's Usher Hall in October!

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The Scottish Sex Pistols

18th October 2024

The legendary Scottish Sex Pistols return by popular demand to Edinburgh on Friday 18th October for what will be another anarchic sing-a-long at La Belle Angele!

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Laura Lexx: Slinky

18th October 2024

Join multi award winning stand up star and viral sensation Laura Lexx (Live at the Apollo, Mock The Week, Hypothetical, The Now Show) with her highly anticipated UK tour: Slinky.

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Dusherra 2024

19th October 2024

Dusherra, the flagship annual event of the Scottish Indian Arts Forum, returns on 19th October at the top of Calton Hill, marking its 30th anniversary!

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Hottest Tickets in Town

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!

Toots And The Maytals Feat. Leba Hibbert

30th April 2025

The Toots and the Maytals legacy lives on with Toots' daughter, Leba Hibbert, now fronting the band. They return for a UK tour including a show at The Queens Hall on April 30th!

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Michael Kiwanuka

12th March 2025

Don't miss acclaimed singer-songwriter, Michael Kiwanuka, when he performs live at the Usher Hall Edinburgh on Wednesday 12th March!

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Congratulations

7th March 2025

Congratulations announce a date at Sneaky Pete's on 7th March to celebrate the release of their 2nd EP Slap!

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New Events in Edinburgh

You'll find all the latest Edinburgh events that have been added to the website right here!

Max Cooper

12th January 2025

Max Cooper has carved out a unique space in music and visual art and he plays The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Sunday 12th January!

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Beaded Embroidery Workshop

7th December 2024

This beaded embroidery workshop will take inspiration from our current exhibition Stitched: Scotland's Embroidered Art with a modern twist.

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Christmas Themed Boro Inspired Slow Stitch Workshop

30th November 2024

In this workshop at Dovecot Studios, inspired by Japanese Boro stitching, you will create a small Christmas themed textile guided by Sue, an experienced teacher and textile enthusiast.

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Latest Edinburgh News

Keep up to date with what's going on in Edinburgh with our local news updates!

SAY Award unveils bespoke glass prizes and Ceremony performances

SAY Award unveils bespoke glass prizes and Ceremony performances

The Scottish Album of the Year (SAY) Award has revealed a first look at the remarkable sculpted glass prizes this year’s Shortlist will receive.

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Celtic Connections to shine bright this winter as 2025 programme unveiled

Celtic Connections to shine bright this winter as 2025 programme unveiled

The world’s leading folk, roots and world music festival Celtic Connections has unveiled its ambitious, multi-faceted programme for 2025.

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Literary honours and sensational singing take centre stage at the Royal National Mod

Literary honours and sensational singing take centre stage at the Royal National Mod

Greats of the Gaelic literature world are being honoured at the Royal National Mòd today before the very best singers go head-to-head in the Gold Medal Final this evening.

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Into Film Festival Scottish Programme Announced

Into Film Festival Scottish Programme Announced

Education charity, Into Film Scotland, has launched the 11th Into Film Festival programme and bookings are now live for this year’s exciting edition in November.

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Festivals in Edinburgh

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!

Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival

2nd Oct 2024 - 26th Oct 2024
Nationwide

Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival returns in October 2024 for a highly anticipated 11th edition on the big screen in Glasgow, Stirling, Edinburgh and Inverness.

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Scottish International Storytelling Festival

18th Oct 2024 - 31st Oct 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

The Scottish International Storytelling Festival returns in October 2024.

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Dusherra 2024

19th Oct 2024 - 19th Oct 2024
Edinburgh New Town

Dusherra, the flagship annual event of the Scottish Indian Arts Forum, returns on 19th October at the top of Calton Hill, marking its 30th anniversary!

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Upcoming Theatre Events in Edinburgh

Whether you prefer comedy or musicals, ballet or opera, our Edinburgh theatre listings will have something to suit everyone!

Clinton Baptiste: Roller Ghoster!

18th October 2024

Solo again, Clinton Baptiste, Britain's most celebrated clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights, comes to Edinburgh with his brand new hilarious one-man stand-up show!

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Celine - My Heart Will Go On

18th October 2024

Experience the ultimate Celine Dion tribute Concert as it tours across the UK when Celine - My Heart Will Go On comes to Howden Park Centre on Friday 18th October!

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The World We Share

18th October 2024

Award-winning Palestinian dance artist Farah Saleh and collaborators present the world-premiere of multigenerational performance, The World We Share.

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Upcoming 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...

Dino Day

18th October 2024

Come along to the National Mining Museum Scotland on Friday 18th October for Dino Day!

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AR26 Charity Free Football October Camp: Edinburgh

18th October 2024

Come along and join AR26 Charity for their free Football October Camp for local kids aged 6 - 9 years at Wester Hailes High School on 18th October!

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Let’s build! Fantasy forest edition

18th October 2024

We believe in play everyday, join us and create your own Fantasy forest inspired by our new SKOGSDUVA collection at IKEA Edinburgh!

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Upcoming 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!

Fairground Attraction

18th October 2024

After an absence of 35 years, all four original members of 80s band Fairground Attraction have reunited for a 14-date UK tour which will see them play Edinburgh's Usher Hall in October!

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Celine - My Heart Will Go On

18th October 2024

Experience the ultimate Celine Dion tribute Concert as it tours across the UK when Celine - My Heart Will Go On comes to Howden Park Centre on Friday 18th October!

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Posty Party - A Post Malone Celebration

18th October 2024

Join us at the legendary La Belle Angele for a night of Post Malone anthems. If you love Posty then this party is for you!

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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!

Bonjour French Classes

Improve your French with tailored French lessons in Edinburgh or online. You can join private or group classes here in Edinburgh!

Honey Pot Creative Cafe

All ages can experience a range of arts and craft activities, in a friendly creative environment at Honey Pot Creative Cafe in South Queensferry!

Edinburgh New Town Cookery School

Set in a Georgian town house in the heart of Edinburgh’s city centre we train professional chefs and also offers short courses for keen amateurs, students and food enthusiasts.

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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!

Traverse Theatre

We are the Traverse - champion of stories and storytellers. The stories we share are by anyone and for everyone.

The Cadies & Witchery Tours

The award-winning Cadies & Witchery Tours invite you to join their fearless phantoms for a suspenseful and mirth-filled tour of Edinburgh's Old Town!

Edinburgh Summer Sessions

A staple of the music festival calendar in Edinburgh since 2018, Edinburgh Summer Sessions will take place in the Royal Highland Showgrounds from 2024.

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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.

Season Quayside

Situated in the heart of Leith, on the Commercial Quay, lies Season Quayside. A delightful private-hire venue, that also does regular Pop-ups.

Finnegans Wake

Finnegan's Wake is the quintessential Irish pub and live music and sport venue in the heart of Edinburgh.

Bar 50

With a large multifunctional indoor space and Cowgate's best fully Heated Beer Garden & Terrace!

Find more places to eat & drink in Edinburgh

Sponsored Links

Chilcren's Classic Concerts
Edinburgh Cocktail Week
Renfrewshire Council
Hilton Glasgow
Escape The Past
Hilton Glasgow
Makers Market The Lothians
Fayre Play
Open Pass Scotland
Parkdean
ATG
Rabbies
National Trust
Edinburgh Dungeons

Popular Events

A Play, A Pie and A Pint
A popular feature of the Traverse programme, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, Òran Mór returns in October 2024.
Scottish Rugby at Brewhemia
Brewhemia is back with another exhilarating rugby season this November as we show every Scotland game across three big screens!
Craigies Pumpkin Festival ‘After Dark’
Join us at Craigies Farm for a night filled with spine tingling frights and fun - if you're brave enough!
Dusherra 2024
Dusherra, the flagship annual event of the Scottish Indian Arts Forum, returns on 19th October at the top of Calton Hill, marking its 30th anniversary!
Clown Beans
Come join us on 9th November for a hilarious night of comedy and fun at The Banshee Labyrinth Cinema Room!

Popular Listings

Corn Exchange Haddington Edinburgh Playhouse Festival Theatre Edinburgh Howden Park Centre Livingston Kings Theatre Edinburgh National Museum of Scotland O2 Academy Edinburgh The Brunton Theatre, Musselburgh Traverse Theatre Usher Hall