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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!

David Gray

25th August 2025

David Gray brings his new 2025 Past & Present World Tour to the Edinburgh Playhouse on Monday 25th August with support from Tallia Rae!

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Pink Pony Rave: Chappell Roan After Party

26th August 2025

Chappell Roan is playing Edinburgh on 26th August and La Belle Angele is throwing an after-party!

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Edinburgh Summer Sessions: Chappell Roan

26th August 2025 - 27th August 2025

American singer-songwriter Chappell Roan and special guests will play the Royal Highland Centre on 26th & 27th August as part of Edinburgh Summer Sessions!

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Gareth

27th August 2025

Catch Irish singer Gareth when he plays The Caves Edinburgh on Wednesday 27th August!

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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!

Tiny Tim’s Scottish Adventure

25th June 2026

Join Tiny Tim for his Scottish Adventure when he headlines Portobello Town Hall on Thursday 25th June!

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David Gray

25th August 2025

David Gray brings his new 2025 Past & Present World Tour to the Edinburgh Playhouse on Monday 25th August with support from Tallia Rae!

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Strange but True Crime with Jennifer Rees

9th September 2025

Jennifer's previous theatre tour, The Psychology of Serial Killers, was a huge hit with audiences and she brings her new show 'Strange but True Crime' to Edinburgh Playhouse on 9th September!

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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!

Edinburgh Multicultural Festival

30th August 2025

From family cultural experiences, to fun-filled circus, to a unique blend of music genres and stories, together we will create memories!

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Family Weekend at Hopetoun House

27th September 2025 - 28th September 2025

Join us on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th September for a fun-filled Family Weekend as we wrap up the season in style at Scotland’s finest stately home.

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X MUSE Vodka: The Premium Wild Dining Experience at Jupiter Artland

6th September 2025

Don't miss an evening where art, nature, alchemy & gastronomy converge to create a uniquely beautiful experience with an X Muse Vodka takeover of Jupiter Artland on Saturday 6th September!

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Latest Edinburgh News

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

Kevin Quantum Stages Community Show Following Fringe Success

Kevin Quantum Stages Community Show Following Fringe Success

Edinburgh-based international magician Kevin Quantum is offering cut-price tickets for a special performance in Granton of his hit Fringe show.

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Free Cake Giveaway as Cake Box opens new Edinburgh Store

Free Cake Giveaway as Cake Box opens new Edinburgh Store

CAKE lovers in Edinburgh can enjoy a free slice this Saturday 23rd August, as Cake Box opens its new store on St John's Road, Corstorphine.

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Madeleine Brettingham wins prestigious comedy newcomer competition

Madeleine Brettingham wins prestigious comedy newcomer competition

Madeleine Brettingham has been announced as winner of the 38th edition of So You Think You’re Funny? - the UK’s most prestigious comedy newcomer competition.

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Bluey Casting Announced

Bluey Casting Announced

Live stage show Bluey’s Big Play, featuring Bluey, Bingo, Mum, and Dad and a talented company of actors and puppeteers, has announced its cast for the Olivier Award-nominated production.

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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 Multicultural Festival

30th Aug 2025 - 30th Aug 2025
Edinburgh West

From family cultural experiences, to fun-filled circus, to a unique blend of music genres and stories, together we will create memories!

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Edinburgh Psych Fest

31st Aug 2025 - 31st Aug 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Edinburgh Psych Fest returns to Scotland’s capital on Sunday 31st August after the sell-out success of 2024!

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Art Walk Porty

4th Sep 2025 - 14th Sep 2025
Portobello

This year’s Art Walk Porty Festival is a special one with the theme 'ShowGround', a performance-rich programme celebrating 10 years of the festival.

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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!

Edinburgh Multicultural Festival

30th August 2025

From family cultural experiences, to fun-filled circus, to a unique blend of music genres and stories, together we will create memories!

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Should I Delete That - Live

3rd September 2025

Join Em Clarkson and Alex Light, the voices behind the hit podcast Should I Delete That?,for an evening of unfiltered chat, big laughs, and meaningful connection, live on stage at the Usher Hall!

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Black Is The Color Of My Voice

3rd Sep 2025 - 4th Sep 2025

Fringe First award winner Apphia Campbell's stunning solo show inspired by the life of Nina Simone comes to The Royal Lyceum Edinburgh on 3rd & 4th September!

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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...

Draft Marine and Coastal Restoration Plan - Drop in information event

25th August 2025

Join the Scottish Government on Monday 25th August at Leith Community Centre for this drop-in information event and learn about the draft Marine and Coastal Restoration Plan!

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Monday Makes

25th August 2025

This summer, join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse every Monday in the Great Gallery to make your very own trinket box to take home.

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Buskers: Beyond the Mile

25th August 2025

Buskers: Beyond The Mile brings three of the city’s most talented and polished buskers off the cobbled streets and into the warm glow of Brewhemia every Monday in August!

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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!

Baby Lasagna

25th August 2025

With Baby Lasagna, Marko Purisic has finally found a niche within which he can combine incompatible genres and create new audio sounds that are both fresh and exciting.

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David Gray

25th August 2025

David Gray brings his new 2025 Past & Present World Tour to the Edinburgh Playhouse on Monday 25th August with support from Tallia Rae!

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Buskers: Beyond the Mile

25th August 2025

Buskers: Beyond The Mile brings three of the city’s most talented and polished buskers off the cobbled streets and into the warm glow of Brewhemia every Monday in August!

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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!

Water of Leith Conservation Trust

The Water of Leith Conservation Trust works to conserve and enhance the river, its heritage and wildlife.

Edinburgh Open Workshop

EOW is a coworking facility built on a pay as you go model – the only facility of its kind in Scotland.

Gracemount Leisure Centre

Gracemount Leisure Centre caters to a wide range of sports and activities from the outdoor fives to indoor fitness classes.

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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!

The Comedy Attic

Welcome to The Comedy Attic, one of Edinburgh’s only late night comedy shows and a great venue for vets and newcomers to the scene alike to show their comedy mettle.

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.

Vogrie Country Park

Vogrie offers a haven of tranquillity in the heart of Midlothian's countryside.

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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.

Cannonball Restaurant & Bar

Unique 17th C Award-winning local, modern, seasonal restaurant and bar with spectacular views of Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile.

Blackwoods Edinburgh

Specialising in modern Scottish cuisine, Blackwoods celebrates the heart of Scotland on a plate.

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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.

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Popular Events

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!
Gel Printing Workshop
Join textile artist Anne Morgan for this hands-on Gel Printing workshop on 14th September at The Edinburgh Sewcial Club!
Island Vibes
Step aboard Fingal, Edinburgh’s luxury floating hotel, and get creative with iconic Scottish brands, Isle of Harris Gin and Islander UK on Saturday 20th September!
Tiny Tim’s Scottish Adventure
Join Tiny Tim for his Scottish Adventure when he headlines Portobello Town Hall on Thursday 25th June!
Under the Stars Outside Cinema
Join us at Norton House Hotel & Spa on Saturday 13th September for a magical evening screening of The Greatest Showman, where the captivating story unfolds beneath a canopy of stars!

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