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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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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!

Fastlove - The Tribute to George Michael

4th April 2025

Direct from London's West End, Fastlove is the world's favourite George Michael Celebration! Don't miss it when it returns to The Queen's Hall on 4th April!

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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Shostakovich Eight

4th April 2025

Jonathon Heyward conducts and joins an RSNO favourite, saxophonist Jess Gillam, in a thriller from Anna Clyne: an Irish legend of banshees and night terrors, told in music like you've never heard.

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Jane McCarry: Live

4th April 2025

Still Game star Jane McCarry is back with a brand new tour in 2025 and brings it to Portobello Town Hall on Friday April 4th!

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Oasus

4th April 2025

Oasus are 'Definitely Maybe' one of the best tributes around to the Manchester legends, catch them live at La Belle Angele on Friday April 4th!

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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!

Inside No. 9 Stage/Fright

25th November 2025 - 29th November 2025

Expect the unexpected as the acclaimed BBC TV series comes to life on stage at Edinburgh Playhouse in November!

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Stuart Mitchell: Tips Not Included

31st January 2026

With over 100M views online see Stuart Mitchell, the longest running panellist from BBC Scotland's 'Breaking The News', live at The Royal Lyceum in his first national tour!

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Luke Combs UK: The Christmas Country Hoe Down

11th December 2025

Luke Combs UK, the worlds leading tribute to Luke Combs (endorsed by the man himself), is coming to the Edinburgh Corn Exchange on 11th December!

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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!

Crafternoons

26th April 2025 - 28th June 2025

Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Then come along to these FREE arts and crafts sessions every Saturday at the Scottish Parliament!

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Crafternoons

5th April 2025 - 19th April 2025

Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Then come along to these FREE arts and crafts sessions this Easter at the Scottish Parliament!

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Edinburgh International Festival: La clemenza di Tito

9th August 2025

Under the baton of Maxim Emelyanychev, the Scottish Chamber Orchestra and Chorus continue their electrifying explorations of Mozart at the International Festival.

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Ben & Jerrys Free Cone Day Returns in Edinburgh

Ben & Jerrys Free Cone Day Returns in Edinburgh

On 8th April, Ben & Jerry’s is throwing its annual Free Cone Day celebration at participating scoop shops in Edinburgh!

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Morningside venue serves up eggsciting family events for Easter Sunday

Morningside venue serves up eggsciting family events for Easter Sunday

A community restaurant and bar in Edinburgh’s Morningside will be staging an eggs-citing line-up of free family-friendly events this Easter Sunday (20th April).

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Edinburgh Zoo welcomes famous new arrival, Rodney the capybara

Edinburgh Zoo welcomes famous new arrival, Rodney the capybara

The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) has welcomed a new resident, 11-month-old Rodney, the capybara. The male joins his new Edinburgh Zoo roommates Luna and Cali, who arrived in February.

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Bassoonist Emily Crump will represent Edinburgh at the Scottish Young Musicians Solo Performer of the Year

Bassoonist Emily Crump will represent Edinburgh at the Scottish Young Musicians Solo Performer of the Year

Bassoonist Emily Crump was named the overall winner of the Edinburgh Scottish Young Musicians final and will represent Edinburgh at Solo Performer of the Year 2025.

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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 Science Festival

5th Apr 2025 - 20th Apr 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Edinburgh Science Festival is an educational charity that aims to inspire all ages and backgrounds.

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Scottish Vegan Festival

6th Apr 2025 - 6th Apr 2025
Edinburgh New Town

The Scottish Vegan Festival is back on Sunday 6th April 2025 at the Assembly Rooms Edinburgh!

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Edinburgh International Harp Festival

11th Apr 2025 - 15th Apr 2025
Edinburgh South

Hosted by The Clarsach Society, the much-anticipated Edinburgh International Harp Festival returns to George Watson’s College from April 11th to April 15th.

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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!

Fastlove - The Tribute to George Michael

4th April 2025

Direct from London's West End, Fastlove is the world's favourite George Michael Celebration! Don't miss it when it returns to The Queen's Hall on 4th April!

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Stacey Dooley: Stories from Remarkable Mothers

4th April 2025

Stacey Dooley MBE is returning to the stage for an intimate evening inspired by her new book, Dear Minnie: Conversations with Remarkable Mothers.

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Jane McCarry: Live

4th April 2025

Still Game star Jane McCarry is back with a brand new tour in 2025 and brings it to Portobello Town Hall on Friday April 4th!

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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...

A Minecraft Movie at ODEON Edinburgh West

4th Apr 2025 - 13th Apr 2025

ODEON Edinburgh West is screening A Minecraft Movie during the Easter break and giving away a free Minecraft in-game jet pack add-on when you book a screening of the film between 4th and 6th April!

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Easter @ ‘The Anatomist’ Escape Room

4th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025

Easter is the perfect time to gather your team of family and friends to take on 'The Anatomist' - Edinburgh’s award winning historical escape room!

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Easter at ‘The Deacon’s Cabinet’ Escape Room

4th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025

This Easter, in addition to the usual mind-bending puzzles at The Deacon's Cabinet, there’s a little something extra to discover, a number of small chocolate eggs… will your team find them?

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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!

Ian Prowse & Amsterdam

4th April 2025

Ian Prowse & Amsterdam bring their 2025 tour to The Voodoo Rooms Edinburgh on Friday 4th April.

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Elvis Tribute Act

4th April 2025

Back by popular demand, don't miss award winning Andy James, one of the best leading Elvis tribute artist, at Jewel Miners Welfare Society on 4th April in aid of MacMillan Cancer!

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Call Me Maybe - 2010s Party

4th April 2025

Get ready to Shake It Off to the best Pop tunes of the 2010s when Call Me Maybe returns to La Belle Angele on Friday 4th April!

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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!

Hotpod Yoga Edinburgh Haymarket

We’re Europe’s largest yoga business. Since 2013, over 100,000 people have immersed themselves in a Hotpod class at one of our 50+ locations around the world.

Rencounter Krav Maga

Rencounter is a self-defence school in Edinburgh, Scotland, affiliated with Krav Maga Global.

Salsa Club Edinburgh

Salsa Club Edinburgh is dedicated to improving salsa dancing in our community. Join us and discover the joy of salsa dancing!

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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!

NT Art Month

NT Art Month is a month-long celebration of the incredible arts quarter in Edinburgh's New Town.

George Square Gardens

George Square is a city square in Edinburgh, adjacent to the Meadows in the south side of the city.

Leith Festival

Leith Festival is an array of colour, sound, culture and pageantry that takes place over nine days in June.

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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.

The Three Sisters Edinburgh

Named in memory of the three MacKinnon sisters who were popular performers in the 1740s, The Three Sisters remains Edinburgh's gathering social hub!

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Not all tapas bars are the same - we are proud to offer something a little different, and we believe just a little bit special.

Bonnars at The Scott

Tucked away within the historic walls of The Scott Hotel, step back in time and experience dining in a truly unique setting at Bonnar's.

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Popular Events

Inside No. 9 Stage/Fright
Expect the unexpected as the acclaimed BBC TV series comes to life on stage at Edinburgh Playhouse in November!
Botanics Easter Trail
The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh’s (RBGE) Easter trail returns for another year, Hop along to the John Hope Gateway to pick up a booklet!
Forth 50 - Live! - CANCELLED
Forth 1 is celebrating it's first 50 years with an incredible live gig at The Royal Highland Centre on Saturday 31st May!
Behold the Man: The Edinburgh Easter Play
Join us in West Princes Street Gardens to watch the annual passion play bringing the Easter Story to life! To mark the 20th year of the production, the play is Behold the Man!
40 Dimensions
&Gallery is thrilled to announce 40 Dimensions, their second Open Call Exhibition with 40 outstanding artists representing over 13 different countries!

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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