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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!

Jackie Fabulous

24th April 2024

Jackie is set to take the UK by storm as she embarks on her first UK tour and you can catch her at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 24th April!

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Izo FitzRoy

24th April 2024

Don't miss soul singer, songwriter and pianist Izo FitzRoy when she brings her 'A Good Woman' tour to The Voodoo Rooms on Wednesday 24th April!

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An Evening with Rebel Wilson

24th April 2024

This intimate evening with Rebel Wilson will take us on a journey which shows us how to love ourselves while always remembering the value of laughing.

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Blue

25th April 2024

Multi-million selling, BRIT Award winners Blue will embark on a Greatest Hits theatre tour in spring 2024 which will see them perform live at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Thursday 25th April!

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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!

Nas - Illmatic 30 Year Anniversary Tour

11th November 2024

Nas brings his Illmatic 30 Year Anniversary Tour to the Usher Hall on Monday 11th November!

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The Wonder Stuff

11th December 2024

Indie rockers The Wonder Stuff will be performing 'HUP' in its entirety to celebrate its 35th anniversary at the O2 Academy Edinburgh on 11th December!

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Kiioto

14th September 2024

Kiiōtō, a new musical incarnation of Lou Rhodes and Rohan Heath, play The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 14th September as part of a UK tour!

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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!

The White Heather Ceilidh Club

25th April 2024 - 26th December 2024

Join The White Heather Ceilidh Club for a bonnie (and wild!) evening of Scottish Ceilidh Dancing in the heart of Edinburgh!

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30 Something Disco

8th June 2024

Get ready to dance the night away and relive the best hits of the 70s, 80s, 90s, and noughties classic retro beatz at Room At The Top on Saturday 8th June!

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Colin Hoult: Colin

13th November 2024

The 2022 Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee heads back out on tour. This time as himself, Colin!

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Latest Edinburgh News

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

UNIQLO will officially open the doors to its Princes Street store tomorrow

UNIQLO will officially open the doors to its Princes Street store tomorrow

Edinburgh – Global apparel retailer UNIQLO, will welcome its first Scottish customers through the doors of its Edinburgh store on Thursday, 25th April.

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CHICAGO Announced for the Edinburgh Playhouse

CHICAGO Announced for the Edinburgh Playhouse

David Ian for Crossroads Live in association with Barry and Fran Weissler are delighted to announce further dates for the 2024/2025 UK and Ireland tour with dates at Edinburgh Playhouse in 2025.

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Paisley Food and Drink Festival returns for a delicious double helping

Paisley Food and Drink Festival returns for a delicious double helping

Paisley Food and Drink Festival returns to the town this weekend for a two-day feastival with plenty for everyone to sample and enjoy.

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Racegoers go corgi crazy at Musselburgh Racecourse

Racegoers go corgi crazy at Musselburgh Racecourse

A NEW four-legged champion has been crowned for the Corgi Derby at The Sky Bet Sunday Series Raceday, Musselburgh Racecourse.

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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!

Pomegranates Festival

25th Apr 2024 - 30th Apr 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

The Scottish Storytelling Centre welcomes the return of Pomegranates, the annual springtime festival sowing the seeds of international traditional dance!

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SI-FAN Film Festival: Edinburgh

25th Apr 2024 - 30th Apr 2024
Edinburgh West

SI-FAN aims to bring the most exciting genre feature and short films on the film festival circuit to genre loving Scottish audiences from all over!

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Northern Streams Festival

26th Apr 2024 - 28th Apr 2024
Edinburgh South

Northern Streams is a festival celebrating Nordic & Scottish music, song and dance and this year's edition is taking place from 26th - 28th April at The Pleasance Edinburgh.

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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!

An Evening with Rebel Wilson

24th April 2024

This intimate evening with Rebel Wilson will take us on a journey which shows us how to love ourselves while always remembering the value of laughing.

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Madagascar The Musical

25th Apr 2024 - 27th Apr 2024

Join Alex, Marty, Melman and Gloria as they bound out of the zoo and onto the stage when live musical spectacular Madagascar The Musical comes to Edinburgh Playhouse in April!

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Extreme Magician - All Out Magic Show

25th April 2024

Dave Reubens, The Extreme Magician, goes all out to give you a sneaky peek behind the scenes with his All Out Magic Show at The Banshee Labyrinth.

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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...

Wee Live Music Fun: violin, guitar, ukulele for 0 - 2yrs

24th April 2024

In these sessions, Fionnbarr, Little Plaza's resident musician will play and sing for the kids and parents, with elements like singing and clapping along for those who want to.

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Willow Suncatcher Craft Workshop

25th April 2024
Leith

Come and celebrate the sun by creating your very own willow suncatcher at this workshop on 25th April at Leith Community Croft!

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Jam Coding Club

25th April 2024

Designed for children aged 6-12, these coding and computing sessions are packed with fun activities and interactive learning experiences that will leave your child eager to learn more!

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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!

Zoltán Despond & Vesselin Stanev

24th April 2024

Don's miss cellist Zoltán Despond and Bulgarian pianist Vesselin Stanev at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 24th April!

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Izo FitzRoy

24th April 2024

Don't miss soul singer, songwriter and pianist Izo FitzRoy when she brings her 'A Good Woman' tour to The Voodoo Rooms on Wednesday 24th April!

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Open Mic Night

24th April 2024

Join host Michael Dodds every Wednesday at The Three Sisters for an evening of music, singing, poetry, comedy and much more!

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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!

Edinburgh International Climbing Arena

Edinburgh International Climbing Arena is an adventure sports facility located in Ratho, near Edinburgh, Scotland. Built in a disused quarry, it is the largest indoor climbing wall in the world.

Take Note Edinburgh Choir

Take Note Edinburgh Choir is a group of mixed ability singers learning and developing our musical skills.

Oriam

Scotland's Sports Performance Centre, home to a new Indoor Tennis Centre, one of Europe's largest indoor pitches and accompanying performance facilities.

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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!

Linlithgow Palace

Explore the magnificent ruins of the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots. Linlithgow Palace was built and added to over two centuries by the Stewart kings, resulting in a superb Renaissance residence.

Edinburgh International Improv Festival

Edinburgh International Improv Festival is back in person at Scottish Storytelling Centre from 1st to 3rd March 2024.

Reconnect Regal Theatre

The Reconnect Regal Theatre in Bathgate Lothian, Scotland provides a programme of music, drama, film and dance in the form of performances and classes.

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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.

CC Blooms

Buzzing, unpretentious gay club over two levels with bars, dancefloor and regular cabaret nights.

Brewhemia

Scotland’s only beer palace, home to eight copper tanks filled with a selection of fantastic unpasteurised and unfiltered beers.

The Waverley Bar

A traditional scottish bar with folk music, storytelling and plenty of good banter!

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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!
Sound Bath Meditation
Come and reconnect with your inner self and tap into living in balance with your body and the Earth's natural cycles at The Open Door in Morningside on Friday 3rd May!
Self-Defence for Women (16+)
Self-Defence Scotland is holding a Self-Defence class for Women (16+) at Inch Community Education Centre on Saturday 11th May.
Nas - Illmatic 30 Year Anniversary Tour
Nas brings his Illmatic 30 Year Anniversary Tour to the Usher Hall on Monday 11th November!
Castle Street Market
Held in brightly coloured gazebos in the heart of central Edinburgh, Castle Street Market is filled with top quality products and has something to satisfy every taste!

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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