Events in Edinburgh in December 2024
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Events in Edinburgh
Loanhead Indoor Market
Come along and support our local football club, Loanhead Miners Youth FC, and some other fab businesses at our indoor market in Bayne Memorial Hall, Loanhead!
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Leith Market
The weekly Leith Market has it all - fresh meats, fish, bread, veggies, fruits, cheeses, home bakes, olives, jams, chutneys, oils, smokehouse products and lots more!
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Daily Tours at St Giles’ Cathedral
Join a volunteer guide for a 45 min to 1 hour glimpse into the history, heraldry and life of our historic Cathedral and Thistle Chapel!
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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Edinburgh Farmers Market
Experience Edinburgh's original and award winning Farmers' Market at Castle Terrace every Saturday from 9am - 2pm!
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Escape the Past: The Anatomist
Descend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.
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Grassmarket Market
Every Saturday the centre of the Grassmarket becomes a flurry of excitement with the arrival of the weekly market, home to art, crafts, jewellery, gifts, not to mention amazing locally made food!
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Stockbridge Market
The weekly Stockbridge Market is a foodie heaven featuring creative crafts, original artwork, superb street food. Eat, meet, greet or treat - there is something for everyone!
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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs for their Friday Ceilidhs held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
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Dr. Bonk’s Macarbaret
Scotland's silliest surgeon, Dr. Bonk, is back with his hit SELL-OUT SHOW 'Dr Bonk's Macarbaret', an evening of drag, burlesque, music, comedy, and medical mayhem!
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Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market
The Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market is the longest running car boot in Edinburgh. Come check us out!
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Stu and Garry’s Free Improv Show
Marvel as resident duo Stu & Garry weave comedy magic from your suggestions in our long-running improvised show.
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Introduction to Transmission Meditation - Edinburgh
Transmission Meditation is a simple group meditation providing both a dynamic service to the world and powerful personal spiritual development.
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FULL MOON with Transmission Meditation 2024
Join Share International Scotland for a powerful group meditation and work of planetary service at the time of the full moon each month!
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Haunted Haus
Get ready for a haunting so fabulous you'll die from excitement! The Spooktacular 'Haunted Haus' is back to terrorize Banshee Labyrinth!
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Paranormal Illusionist: Ghosts of the Banshee
Are you brave enough to attend an unsettling night of magic and ghosts in the Banshee Labyrinth - Scotland's Most Haunted Pub - built into the legendary South Bridge Vaults.
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West Linton Market
A monthly market for West Linton, held on the first Saturday of the month, showcasing artisan foods, produce and crafts!
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Abbey Strand Book Club
Explore spaces and objects which have shaped history and inspired fiction at the Abbey Strand book club!
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Maps: Memories from the Second World War
Through personal stories, photography and memorabilia, this exhibition at the National War Museum charts the creation and use of maps during the Second World War.
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Royal Rhyme Time
Join us in the historic Abbey Strand Centre for our special Royal Rhyme Time sessions for toddlers.
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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland
The National Library of Scotland's permanent exhibition provides a unique insight into Scotland’s history, culture and people and its place in the world.
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Makers Market
Come along to the Makers Market in Portobello Town Hall for a gorgeous selection of handmade products from local makers!
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Love Wednesdays at Why Not Nightclub
Come along to Love Wednesdays, Scotland's BIGGEST Wednesday night, hosted in the award winning WhyNot Nightclub!
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Syrian Supper Club
Come and join the Cyrenians for their delicious Syrian food cooked with love by their award winning chef Noura!
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The White Heather Ceilidh Club
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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Cab-arette Showtour
Enjoy a unique comedy musical Showtour in a taxi... be driven around Edinburgh, whilst entertained by Lola and her variety of characters!
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Edinburgh Gin Cocktail Tour
Discover the best gin in Edinburgh on the Edinburgh Gin Jaunt and savour the city’s diverse gin culture. Book your gin-tinted adventure today!
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Art Classes for Adults and Kids
Join Livia for these fun, informal, chilled and small painting classes for adult and kids at Cramond Kirk Hall.
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Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Drop-in
Every week at various Libraries, trained Macmillan Volunteers offer a friendly listening ear to anyone affected by cancer, including those with a cancer diagnosis, as well as family and friends.
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Cold War Scotland
Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict.
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The Greenhouse
The Greenhouse is a free space for the community to share hobbies and grow ideas on Saturdays between 9am and 4pm at The Hub.
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Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening
A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening is taking place at The Open Door Community Centre, Edinburgh on various dates throughout the year.
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Conservation Hangar Talks
See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
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Tea and Tarot
Join this open group at The Salisbury Centre to explore the amazing symbolism of the Tarot, and the many ways in which the cards can support our wellbeing!
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Open Mic - Hosted by Matthew Rhind
Come along to The Newsroom's Open Mic every Sunday from 3pm and belt your lungs out!
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FLARE* The Fair
FLARE* is an alcohol-free community and wellness market at Leith Arches, filled to the brim with local businesses selling their products and services for your wellbeing!
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Iconic! Drag Show
Join Hoots Comedy for an unforgettable evening of Edinburgh's fiercest glamour, comedy, and top tier DRAG!
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The Friday Show
Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!
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The Saturday Show
Join us at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill five act show every Saturday!
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Bingo Babes! Drag Bingo
The fabulous Bingo Babes will be taking over for a raucous night of good old-fashioned drag bingo at Hoots Comedy every Thursday!
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Sporting Memories: Southside Group
Join the Sporting Memories weekly club in the southside of Edinburgh, in partnership with Southside Faith Care, to reminisce and talk about sport (although no topic is off limits!).
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The Comedy Cellar at Canon’s Gait
Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," as we have the craic every Thursday to Sunday, hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter!
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Boozy Brushes, Drag Sip and Paint Party!
Get Ready to Sip, Laugh & Unleash Your Creativity with a Splash of Cheeky Fun at Hoots Comedy every Saturday!
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Green Explorers
Adventure, exploration, play and fun awaits for all 8-12 year olds on an Green Explorers day, running monthly with award-winning Edinburgh charity The Green Team!
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Black Boar Historical Fencing Classes (Smallsword)
Black Boar is a historical fencing school, specialising in smallsword and military sabre tuition. If you’d like to get involved, book a class to start your historical fencing journey!
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Flamenco Dance Class Programme
Alba Flamenca's Flamenco dance classes with amazing flamenco dance teachers ready to welcome everyone from beginners to advanced!
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TuFlamenco is Back with More Flamenco Magic! Course 2024/25
Ignite your passion with TuFlamenco dance classes for adults and children, now returning bigger and better!
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Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at Summerhall
Come and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every Tuesday at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club in Summerhall!
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Flamenco Dance for kids
Alba Flamenca Kids classes starting again on the 11th September for children who want to learn flamenco in Spanish /English in a fun and energetic way!
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The Best of Scottish Comedy
Talk about doing what it says on the tin! Here you go a carload of simply the best comics on the contemporary Scottish circuit.
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Edinburgh Steiner Teacher Development
Edinburgh Steiner School is offering this Teacher Development course starting on 13th September.
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Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland
Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland celebrates this versatile artform, presenting a selection of works from the City Art Centre’s permanent collection of fine art.
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The Other Show
From the utterly sublime to the unapologetically ridiculous, Monkey Barrel Comedy presents a night of comedy at the cliff's edge of surreal humour.
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Theravāda Buddhism
This thought-provoking exhibition charts the history and influence of the Theravāda Buddhist tradition across the world, including its role in Scotland today.
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Newhailes Market
Come along to Newhailes monthly market where you'll find a fine selection of handmade goods; from jams and chutneys to pies and candles!
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Scots Music Group Ceilidhs
All welcome to the Scots Music Group fabulous monthly fundraising ceilidhs at the St Brides Centre! Come on your own, with friends or in a group.
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Susan Morrison is historically funny
Susan Morrison, host of BBC Radio Scotland's 'Time Travels', will take you through some of Scotland's seediest, skankiest and scandalous history. And the funniest.
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Refresh Stay & Play Toddlers
The Salvation Army Edinburgh City is holding a toddler group every Monday during term time.
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Castle Chorus weekly rehearsal
Castle Chorus is a small, friendly choir open to anybody who loves singing. If you’re interested in coming along, singing some songs and meeting new people, feel free to just turn up on a Thursday!
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Roast Battle (+ Live Stream)
Roast Battle Edinburgh puts comedians head-to-head in a battle of verbal onslaughts. Not for the faint-hearted, each battler has five roast jokes to defeat their opponent.
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Wind/Concert Band: Monday Nights
Long established Edinburgh Wind (Concert) Band is looking for new players to join them on Monday evenings at Morningside United Church Halls!
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Arthur’s Secrets
Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Jewellery Class - Make a Sea Glass Ring
Learn how to make your own sterling silver sea glass ring in this workshop run by Ali Bali Jewellery!
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HEMA Classes
Join Stork's Beak: School of Historical Swordplay on Thursdays for immersive classes delving into the world of European Martial Arts!
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Come and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every month at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at the Assembly Roxy!
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Edinburgh Magic
Kevin Quantum invites you to an intimate and quite astonishing evening of magic, mystery and wonder in one of Edinburgh’s most historic and enchanting hotels; Waldorf Astoria - The Caledonian!
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Free Asian Art Valuations
Make an appointment to meet the Lyon & Turnbull's Asian Art team to find out if you have a future auction highlight in your collection!
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Dance N Play Preschool Dance Class
Bring you little ones along to a weekly dance class at Dance Base in the Grassmarket, suitable for preschoolers (age 18 months +).
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pass shadow, whisper shade
As a highlight of its 40th anniversary year, Collective Edinburgh is delighted to announce pass shadow, whisper shade - a group show by artists in the 2024 Satellites Programme.
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Everlyn Nicodemus
Everlyn Nicodemus opens her first retrospective exhibition, at National Galleries of Scotland: Modern One in Edinburgh.
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Rug Tufting Experience Day
Aimed at beginners, this intimate workshop at Dovecot Studios is an introduction to the art of electric gun tufting.
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Free Watch Valuations
Looking to find out the value of your watch? Then make an appointment to meet Lyon & Turnbull's Head of Watches, Charles Tearle, for a no-obligation valuation!
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Community Art group
Enjoy being creative with others in a friendly welcoming group and be part of a creating a community piece of art in the process. Ideal for 50+ years old and no experience required.
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Showtime @ The Comedy Attic
Join us for Showtime at The Comedy Attic every Friday and Saturday for the best comedy this glorious city of Edinburgh has to offer!
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Stitched: Scotland’s Embroidered Art
In an exciting collaboration with the National Trust for Scotland, Dovecot Studios is thrilled to present a captivating new exhibition that unveils Scotland’s hidden textile treasures.
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Celebrating 40 Years of Scotland’s Photography Collection
Discover the stories within the photographs, marvel at historic photographs and visit some famous faces in this eclectic celebration of the nation’s photography collection.
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Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles' Cathedral.
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Portobello Chamber Music Workshop
Join the Portobello Chamber Music Group for a relaxing Sunday afternoon of classical music, just bring an instrument and a music stand!
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Cards for Good Causes
The pop up shop for Cards for Good Causes, the U.K.’s largest charity Christmas card retailer, once again returns to St John's Episcopal Church, Princes Street.
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The Bright Club
The freshest thing in stand-up – straight from the (research) field to funny with a new crop of comedic academics from Scotland's universities every month.
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Close-Up Magic at The Joker & Thief
Experience close-up magic with Tim Licata, one of Scotland’s most entertaining sleight-of-hand artists, at your table in the lovely Joker & Thief pub every Thursday!
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Portobello Local Market
Portobello Local Market is a much loved monthly event for truly local food, drink and crafts, held in Brighton Park!
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Arthur’s Amble
Come along for a gentle guided walk around Hunter’s Bog and St. Margaret’s Loch and learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Daring Women of Edinburgh: Private Walking Tours
Join the lively women’s history guide Annabel on this private walking tour and gain a unique insight into some of the daring women in Edinburgh's history!
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Friday Friends
Our Friday Friends programme offers a welcoming space for visually impaired and D/deaf children and their families.
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Jonny Walker: A shard in my eye’
Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop is excited to present A shard in my eye’, the new public commission by Jonny Walker for the Hawthornvale Space.
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Bongo’s Bingo Edinburgh
Bongo’s Bingo, the UK’s original bingo rave phenomenon, is back in Edinburgh at the O2 Academy!
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Dürer to Van Dyck - Drawings from Chatsworth House
For the first time ever in Scotland, experience one of the finest and most significant collections of drawings and watercolours direct from Chatsworth in Derbyshire.
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Dürer to Van Dyck: Drawings from Chatsworth House
For the first time ever in Scotland, experience one of the finest and most significant collections of drawings and watercolours direct from Chatsworth in Derbyshire.
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Ptolemy Mann: Woven Colour
Dovecot Studios is delighted to present artist, Ptolemy Mann, as she returns to Scotland with her new exhibition 'Woven Colour'!
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Through Line
Through Line marks the culmination of a series of four group exhibitions at the City Art Centre, spotlighting contemporary art and craft practice in Scotland.
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Punch Needle Workshop
Learn the art of punch needle and how to make your own colourful wool art on this punch needle workshop run by Glasgow Artist Rachael Bell at the popular artist space Leith Makers!
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Learn to Lino Print a Christmas Card
Learn to carve and print your own Christmas card design in this workshop run by Rosanna Reade at Abbeymount Studios!
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Five Sisters Zoo Christmas Illuminations
By popular demand, Five Sisters Zoo's Christmas Illuminations are back this winter with a mesmerizing display of colour and light!
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DE:Generation Exhibition
DE:Generation is an explanation of the decline and regeneration of the urban landscape with Beth Primrose Art, showing at Leith Makers from 20th November.
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Shining a Light: A History of Nursing Support Workers: Exhibition
Discover the fascinating history of nursing support work and celebrate the contribution that nursing support workers continue to make today.
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Christmas at the Botanics
Explore the sights and sounds of Christmas in this magical after dark experience when it returns to the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh!
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Castle Of Light
Enjoy the Defender of the Nation illuminated in a spectacular after-dark trail when Castle of Light returns with an all-new show for its fifth year at Edinburgh Castle!
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Christmas Family Cruise
Get ready for a magical holiday experience on Maid of the Forth's Christmas Family Cruise with Santa!
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Christmas Folk Cruise
Celebrate the festive season on a delightful 3 hour cruise on board Maid of the Forth, featuring our revered resident folk ensemble 'Pure Malt'!
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Cinderella
Join returning panto favourites Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young with a new magical pantomime for all the family at the Festival Theatre!
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The Polar Ice Bar
Take some time to ‘chill’ at the Polar Ice Bar, the coolest bar in the city, where your table, chairs and glasses are sculpted entirely from ice.
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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Edinburgh
Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Edinburgh, and this year it's even more magical!
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Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Livingston, and this year it's even more magical!
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The Craft of Couture: Victor Edelstein designs for Anna Miller
This small display explores the work of fashion designer Victor Edelstein. A favourite of Princess Diana, Edelstein exemplifies the finest British fashion design of the 1980s.
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Treasure Island
The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh presents another epic story for the whole family - a new re-imagining of esteemed Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson’s adventure story: Treasure Island!
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Bongo’s Bingo Edinburgh - Christmas Specials
Christmas in Edinburgh is going to be extra special, because this winter, it's time to celebrate the party season the right way at the most talked about night out in the UK... Bongo's Bingo!
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Boogies BIG Christmas Bash
Throughout this festive season, experience a premium Christmas bash in the heart of the capital with Forth 1 Radio DJ Boogie!
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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 29th November to 1st December!
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Oor Aladdin
In this Scottish adaption of an old favourite, we find Aladdin and the MacTwankey family, living in Bathgate with not a penny to their name.
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Supper with Santa
Enjoy supper with Santa and his elves this festive season at IKEA Edinburgh and make some magical memories!
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The Polar Express™ Train Ride Edinburgh
This November and December join us on board THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride when it returns to Waverley Station!
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WinterFest
Plan your perfect festive day out and soak up the Christmas spirit at Dalkeith Country Park's WinterFest!
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A Noble Clown
A Noble Clown, a new solo play written and performed by Michael Daviot, tells the story of Duncan Macrae, long considered Scotland’s greatest actor.
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A World of Winter Wonder
Step into a world of winter wonder with seasonal activities this Christmas at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh!
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An Evening Of Darts
An Evening Of Darts comes to the O2 Academy Edinburgh for two nights on Saturday 30th November and Sunday 1st December!
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This festive season, enjoy breakfast with Santa and his elves, and make some magical memories at IKEA Edinburgh!
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Christmas at Leith Makers
Join us at Leith Makers for our Christmas workshops or find the perfect gift for you and your loved ones with 50 stockist offering a wide range of gorgeous handmade crafts!
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Cold Town House - Brunch with Santa
Cold Town House are thrilled to bring back their popular Brunch with Santa, but hurry they sell out fast!
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Conifox Christmas Experience
Conifox Christmas Experience is back for it’s 6th year, with so much more than just Santa's Grotto!
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Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show
The Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show is a great way to get your hands on exciting, affordable artworks from some of Scotland’s finest artists.
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Santa Paws!
This festive season, we invite our IKEA Family members to join us outdoors for Santa Paws at IKEA, where your pup gets to meet the big man himself.
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Enjoy a weekend of talks and performance exploring Edinburgh’s rich theatre history, presented as part of the Edinburgh 900 celebrations at The Scottish Storytelling Centre!
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SPOT Edinburgh Winter Market
Join SPOT for their inaugural Edinburgh Winter Market at Dovecot Studios on Saturday 30th November and Sunday 1st December!
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The Saturday Show The Early Show!
Join us at the Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill act show!
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Book Bonanza Edinburgh
Welcome to the Edinburgh Book Bonanza! Get ready for a day filled with literary delights in the heart of Edinburgh.
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Christmas Music Performance
Join us at IKEA Edinburgh on Sunday 1st December and let the Penicuik Community Choir transport you into the heart of the holiday season!
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Dominic Waxing Lyrical x Mr McFall’s Chamber - POSTPONED
Dominic Waxing Lyrical returns to the Traverse with long term collaborators Mr McFall’s Chamber on 1st December as part of The Soundhouse Winter Festival.
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Meet Mr and Mrs Claus at the Zoo!
Make your little one's day at Edinburgh Zoo extra special this festive season. Meet Santa Claus and Mrs Claus at our Grotto, which this year will be inside our Budongo Trail building!
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MnB Christmas Craft Market
MnB is returning to Leith Arches for its first Christmas market on 1st December, showcasing the unique and exceptional work of local artisans, designers, and makers.
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Origami Christmas Wreaths & Paper Snowflakes
Learn to fold beautiful Origami Christmas wreaths and snowflakes in this workshop run by Makiko on Sunday 1st December at Portobello Town Hall.
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Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra
Well-known for their energetic live shows don't miss Rob Heron & the Tea Pad Orchestra when they come to The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 1st December!
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SNJO: Remembering Duke featuring Lucy-Anne Daniels
Join the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra for Remembering Duke featuring Lucy-Anne Daniels with the Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra!
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Soundhouse: Acolyte
Catch Acolyte, an Edinburgh-based poetic and psychedelic ensemble, at the Traverse Theatre on 1st December!
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Soundhouse: Hannah Lavery’s Unwritten Women
Hannah Lavery's Unwritten Women is a poetic and chilling re-telling of Robert Louis Stevenson's Jekyll & Hyde, performed by Hannah Lavery with music by Kate Young.
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Soundhouse: Su-a Lee & Friends
For this very special show at the Traverse Theatre, Su-a Lee will be joined by three stellar collaborators: Duncan Chisholm, Donald Shaw and Hamish Napier.
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The Carpenters At Christmas
Join us the Howden Park Centre on 1st December for an afternoon of Christmas melodies courtesy of the talented Sing a Song and enjoy a 3 course Festive lunch!
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Tom Meighan - Acoustic
Former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan is bringing his acoustic tour, Raw, to La Belle Angele on Sunday 1st December!
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An Audience with Monty Don
Join BBC Gardeners' World presenter and gardening writer, Monty Don, as he shares his passion for gardens and the unique role they play in human inspiration and wellbeing.
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An Evening With: Denise Mina and Chris Brookmyre
Don't miss an evening with Denise Mina and Chris Brookmyre, in aid of The Lyceum, and hosted by our Artistic Director, David Greig!
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Callum Easter & the Roulettes
Returning to The Queens Hall as part of the Soundhouse Winter Festival, Leith’s Callum Easter will brand his name on your heart.
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Get Organised - Christmas Special
Don’t miss the hugely popular annual choir and organ Christmas special on Monday 2 December to the Usher Hall!
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Bach Meets Modernity: Hugh Mackay plays Bach, Britten and Demenga
Scottish cellist Hugh Mackay plays Bach, Britten, and Demenga in a blend of iconic cello works on 3rd December in St Michael's Parish Church, Edinburgh.
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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
The smash-hit London Palladium production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat returns to Edinburgh Playhouse this Christmas!
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The Future of AI at School
This event at Edinburgh Futures Institute will bring together key figures from the Scottish education landscape to talk about AI in schools and our education futures.
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The Holiday - Film with Live Orchestra
The beloved Christmas film, The Holiday, will return to the Usher Hall this festive season, featuring its musical score performed live to the film by a full concert orchestra!
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Escape to a world of pure imagination with Balerno Theatre Company's production of Charlie and The Chocolate Factory – The Musical at Church Hill Theatre from 4th to 7th December!
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Christmas Lights Switch On at The Eric Liddell Community
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and The Eric Liddell Community, will be hosting their annual Lights Switch On event on Wednesday 4th December.
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Festive Earrings - Eco- Resin Craft Workshop
Embrace the holiday spirit and join Polymorphics for an enchanting workshop where you'll learn to craft eco-resin earrings with a festive touch.
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The Muppet Christmas Carol - Film with Live Orchestra
Disney's The Muppet Christmas Carol is live in concert across the UK this winter, featuring its musical score performed live to the film! Don't miss it at the Usher Hall on December 4th!
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Christmas Charity Lecture: Wild Medicine in Scotland
This year, The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh Christmas Charity Lecture will explore Scotland's wild medicine, through the eyes of veterinarian Prof Simon Girling.
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Embrace: An Evening with Danny McNanamara - Q&A and Signing
Lead singer from Embrace, Danny McNamara comes to The Old Dr Bells Baths in Edinburgh, in a unique 'An Evening With' tour - featuring interview, Q&A and signing.
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Festive Cocktail Workshop with Lind & Lime
Join Lind & Lime Gin Distillery on Thursday 5th or 12th December for a Festive Cocktail Workshop!
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Heidi Talbot & Boo Hewerdine
Acclaimed Irish singer/composer Heidi Talbot comes to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Thursday 5th December. Joining her will be Ivor Novello award-winning singer-songwriter Boo Hewerdine!
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Mountains on Stage 2024
Mountains on Stage aims to bring the mountains to the city and to share all the beauty of mountain sports!
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Santa Paws at Dobbies Edinburgh
Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Edinburgh!
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Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Livingston!
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SCO 2024/25: Prokofiev & Brahms
Darkly lyrical and bristling with devilish energy, Prokofiev’s Second Violin Concerto is the ideal musical match for the exceptional talents of violinist Aylen Pritchin
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A Christmas Carol - Panto in Haddington
The Brunton and Wonder Fools present this exciting new pantomime set in East Lothian and inspired by Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas story.
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A Very Buble Christmas
Get into the Christmas spirit and prepare to be captivated by the fabulous talents of Michael Hastie, Scotland’s number one Michael Bublé tribute act, with Jon Ritchie & That Swing Sensation!
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Bay City Rollers
Journey back in time to those carefree days of the 70's when Scotland's original boy band ruled the charts as the Bay City Rollers return to La Belle Angele on Friday 6th December!
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Big Big Christmas Parties
Are you ready for the best Christmas party nights in town? Then come along to the O2 Academy Edinburgh this December!
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Cahill Costello
Virtuoso Scottish drummer Graham Costello (of Strata)’s new project blending electronica with Kev Cahill’s astounding guitar work is perhaps the wildest live ride you’ll witness this year.
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Christmas Relaxed Access Evening
This event at The Palace of Holyroodhouse on 6th December is open to all, including those with autism and other neurodiverse needs, together with their siblings, families, and carers.
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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Join Caroline from Joy Revival Design this December at Leith Makers and learn to make your own Christmas Wreath!
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Ex Silens: From the series ‘I Am Your Body’
Ex Silens is an experience into a radically alternative sensorium through the entanglement of multiple bodies, multiple agencies.
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Know Your Overlocker
Overlockers are amazing machines. This Know Your Overlocker workshop run by Artisan Stitch will show you how versatile your overlocker can be.
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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Dvořák’s New World Symphony
Dvořák’s New World Symphony is a truly epic song of nostalgia for the old world and hope for the new!
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Magical illuminated Christmas experience Starry Nights comes to Beecraigs Country Park this December, providing outdoor festive fun for friends and family alike!
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The Skids & Spear Of Destiny
Punk legends The Skids bring their 45th Anniversary tour to The Queen's Hall on Friday 6th December!
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Winter Arts Markets
The ever-popular Drill Hall Christmas Arts Markets will return in December with an exciting extra market date!
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Winter Seasonal Syrups Workshop
Join Rhona from Grass Roots Remedies Co-op for a hands on sea-buckthorn syrup making workshop on 6th December at at Lauriston Agroecology Farm!
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3D2D Assembly Rooms Christmas Fair
3D2D Events are delighted to be able to once again bring to the Assembly Rooms our spectacular Christmas Fair.
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80s Vs 90s: Betamax Bandits + Hassel & The Hoffs
The 80s Vs the 90s! Betamax Bandits are Edinburgh’s 80s pop covers band, Join them at The Hive with very special guests, Hassel & The Hoffs!
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Beaded Embroidery Workshop
This beaded embroidery workshop will take inspiration from our current exhibition Stitched: Scotland's Embroidered Art with a modern twist.
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Calum Bowie
Edinburgh based singer-songwriter Calum Bowie will headline the Liquid Room on Saturday 7th December!
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Christmas Urban Market
Urban Market will bring its first curated Christmas Market to The Pitt on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th December, featuring a variety of local traders!
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Christmas Weekend at The Royal Yacht Britannia
Start your celebration of the most wonderful time of the year with a visit to The Royal Yacht Britannia during their special Christmas Weekend, 7th & 8th December!
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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop at The Eric Liddell Community
Join us at The Eric Liddell Community and get into the festive spirit at our Christmas Wreath Making Workshop!
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David B Archibald
Scottish musician and self-accompanied singer David B Archibald headlines The Old Dr Bells Baths on Saturday 7th December.
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Festive Macrame Workshop - Christmas Wreath Making
Spend a few relaxing hours in a cosy Edinburgh craft studio getting into the festive spirit whilst making your own macrame Christmas wreath that can be used year after year.
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Festive Wreath Workshop
Create your own festive wreaths using sustainable materials collected from around the Cyrenians Green Skills Centre on Saturday 7th December!
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Maria Lopez Atanet @ Music on The Mezzanine
Don't miss Maria Lopez Atanet, a recent graduate of St Marys Music School in Edinburgh, at Central Library on Saturday 7th December!
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Post-Apocalyptic Christmas Party
What would Christmas look like after the end of the world? Join the International Ghost Society at Barnton Bunker on the evening of the 7th of December 2024 for a Christmas party like no other!
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Skinny Lister
Catch folk rock's rowdiest rabble Skinny Lister live at The Mash House on Saturday 7th December!
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Swing Into Christmas
Celebrate the festive season in style with the vocalists and instrumentalists of Down for the Count Concert Orchestra, as they Swing Into Christmas!
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Taylor Swift - Silent Disco Boat Party
Set sail with Maid of the Forth and Jojo’s Parties for the ultimate Taylor Swift Silent Disco Boat Party on Saturday 7th December!
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Terrazzo Christmas Decorations - Eco-Resin Craft Workshop
Get into the festive spirit and join Polymorphics for a special workshop where you'll immerse yourself in the art of creating eco-resin Christmas decorations.
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The Sensational David Bowie Band - Christmas Special
The Sensational David Bowie Tribute Band, the UK's premier tribute to David Bowie, returns to La Belle Angele for a Christmas special on Saturday 7th December!
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Carols by the Christmas Tree
Enjoy seeing the beautifully decorated State Apartments of The Palace of Holyroodhouse, as you make your way to the Great Gallery to hear a wonderful concert of Christmas music on 8th December!
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Edinburgh Santa Fun Run & Walk
Edinburgh Santa Fun Run & Walk is celebrating 20 incredible years and we are ready to welcome our Santa’s back to West Princes Street Gardens for our much loved family fundraising event!
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Geoffrey Chaucer’s Mediaeval Christmas Festivitye!
With an astonishing line-up of the finest in alternative comedy, John-Luke Roberts presents a night of ridiculous carousing hosted by the “great poot” Geoffrey Chaucer!
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Glasgow Phoenix Choir: The Glory of Christmas
The Glasgow Phoenix Choir is delighted to be performing once more in the Freemasons Hall Edinburgh with their annual Christmas concert on Sunday 8th December!
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Independent Art Market at Fruitmarket
Celebrate the festive season with Endless Love Creative and a curation of 40+ independent makers stalls at our annual Winter Makers Market held in the Fruitmarket Edinburgh!
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Jamie Sutherland
Broken Records frontman, Jamie Sutherland, is heading out on his own after releasing his new solo album 'The World As It Used To Be' and plays The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 8th December!
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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: A Christmas Carol
Children's Classic Concerts pulls out all the stops in their orchestral retelling of the festive classic... Scrooge surely won't be able to resist this sparkling celebration!
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Uncle Frank
Don't miss Leicester band Uncle Frank when the play The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 8th December!
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Wild Woman Winter Solstice Gathering
Step into a sacred space this Winter Solstice, where the quiet of the woodland and the warmth of sisterhood invite you to connect deeply with yourself and the natural world!
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Winter Papercutting Workshop
Ruthie Watt aka Papercut Punk is back with a new folk-art flock for a wintery workshop at Leith Makers on 8th December!
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An Evening With Alan Cumming - Sold Out
Join us for an evening with Alan Cumming, in aid of The Lyceum, hosted by beloved broadcaster, Kirsty Wark on Monday 9th December!
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Everything Everything
Infectious art pop quartet Everything Everything head out on tour in support of their seventh album Mountainhead, don't miss them live at Edinburgh's Assembly Rooms on December 9th!
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Santa’s Storytime Tea Party
Join Santa for a special Christmas story, complete with snacks, cocoa and a special gift at John Lewis Edinburgh!
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An Evening With: Jenny Colgan & Sophie Gravia
Join Jenny Colgan & Sophie Gravia on 10th December for an insightful discussion of their writing careers, including an audience Q&A session for all your burning questions.
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Christmas Quiz Night!
Join us in our customer restaurant at IKEA Edinburgh and get into the festive spirit with a Christmas Quiz Night and win fun IKEA prizes!
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Love Actually: The Film With Live Orchestra
Love Actually, the star-studded rom-com that has become a Christmas classic, returns to the Usher Hall this December with a full orchestra performing its soundtrack live to screen!
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Scottish Ensemble: Concerts by Candlelight
In the depths of winter warm your soul and explore a rich selection of music, which weaves between past and present.
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Fat Freddy’s Drop
Aotearoa New Zealand’s hi-tek soul machine Fat Freddy’s Drop returns to Europe in 2024 for a new studio album release tour, with a date at the Usher Hall on Wednesday 11th December 2024.
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Festive Gold Leaf Bubble Trinket Dish - Eco-resin Craft Workshop
In this workshop run by Polymorphics, explore the world of environmentally friendly resin by adding gold leaf to make a beautiful and festive bubble trinket dish!
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The Twilight Sad
James and Andy from The Twilight Sad bring a very special, intimate show to the Queen's Hall, featuring stripped-back songs from across their critically acclaimed body of work!
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The Wonder Stuff
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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Boris Grebenshikov
Boris Grebenshikov plays The Liquid Room on 12th December with a new program "Square Root Sun" and the best "Aquarium" songs of all times.
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Festive Wreaths at Holyroodhouse
Join florist and Royal Warrant-holder Lottie Longman at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on 12th December to create your own festive wreath to take home!
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SCO 2024/25: Eine kleine Nachtmusik
Rediscover this sunny work with Maxim Emelyanychev, who surrounds it with rarities created around the same time.
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Sparkle and Shine Carol Concert
Edinburgh Children's Hospital Charity (ECHC) warmly invites you to our Sparkle and Shine Carol Concert at The Dean on Thursday 12th December!
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The Stand Christmas Special
Forget wearing paper hats and eating over-priced turkey – instead come and get some Christmas cheer from the very best comics from the UK and beyond at The Stand Edinburgh!
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Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Brought to you by Candlelight Concerts, experience an enchanting evening by candlelight with music performed by virtuoso pianist, Daniel Grimwood at St Giles' Cathedral.
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Christmas Baroque
Celebrate Christmas with London Concertante as we play a selection of stunning Christmas-themed Baroque works at St Giles Cathedral on 13th December!
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Christmas Wreath Making at Hopetoun House
Get hands on at Hopetoun and create your own beautiful wreath completely from scratch using natural materials, sourced from our historic designed landscape.
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Gelli Printing - the Winter Garden
Celebrate the beauty of nature without being able to draw by making prints from leaves or feathers in this fun workshop run by Artisan Stitch on 13th December!
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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Home Alone In Concert
The iconic Christmas family film Home Alone will be brought to life at this special screening featuring live music from the RSNO at the Usher Hall.
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So Fetch - 2000s Party Xmas Special
After another sold out event So Fetch is coming back to Edinburgh on Friday 13th December for a night full of 2000s magic with a Christmas twist!
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The Bluebells
The Bluebells are heading out on tour this December and play The Liquid Room on Friday 13th!
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The Kairos
The Kairos have announced a UK tour later in the year with a date at Sneaky Pete's on Friday 13th December!
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The Kymatiks & Mothman
The Kymatiks return again for the first time since the Fringe 2022. Join them and local band Mothman for an eclectic mix of rootsy rock & roll at Bannermans Bar on 13th December!
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The Signs - Rock Covers Band
The Signs return to Dreadnought Rock on 13th December with a covers night of Rock that will have you..... rocking in no time.
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The Sleeping Beauty
Don't miss Edinburgh People's Theatre pantomime The Sleeping Beauty at Church Hill Theatre!
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The Soup Dragons
Scottish indie legends The Soup Dragons have announced a special Christmas show at The Mash House on Friday 13th December!
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TheGetDown #8
Luvin'Leith Events presents TheGetDown #8 with the legendary CJ Mackintosh, former Ministry Of Sound Resident, on Friday 13th December at Leith Arches!
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999 with Cowboy Hunters and Shock & Awe
UK punk legends 999 return to Scotland's capital to visit The Mash House on 14th December, with support from special guests Cowboy Hunters & Shock and Awe.
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A Rudsambee Christmas
Come join Rudsambee for a lovely evening of old and new festive choral song from around the globe at St Marks Unitarian Church on 14th December!
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Annasach Christmas Ceilidh at the Counting House
Annasach Ceilidh Band invites you to their informal Christmas Ceilidh in the hidden gem of Edinburgh’s Old Town, The Counting House, on 14th December.
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Bublé Christmas by Candlelight
Featuring a live Big Band and the UK’s number one Michael Bublé tribute act, returns for an unforgettable evening of Christmas hits made famous by the one and only Michael Bublé!
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Calton Consort: Advent ‘O’ Carol
Calton Consort present a candlelit concert for advent at Canongate Kirk on Saturday 14th December!
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Children’s Christmas Come and Sing
Come along to St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral on 14th December for a fun, free singing afternoon for children aged P3-7, learning and singing popular Christmas Carols!
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Christmas at the Movies by Candlelight
Join London Concertante as they celebrate the festive season through the magical world of Christmas movies at St Giles' Cathedral!
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Daniel Martinez Flamenco Company: Andalucia
The award-winning Daniel Martinez Flamenco Company will conclude its tour of Andalucia, a stunning flamenco production accompanied by a chamber orchestra, at the Queen's Hall in December!
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Descriptive tour: A Royal Christmas
Join us for a special descriptive Christmas Tour at the Palace of Holyroodhouse designed for visually impaired visitors.
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Edinburgh Bach Choir - Christmas Concert
Join Edinburgh Bach Choir for their Christmas Concert on Saturday 14th December at The Parish Church of St Cuthbert!
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Exclusive Family Tour at the Palace of Holyroodhouse
This Christmas, join us for a magical morning at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on our exclusive, guided Christmas family tour!
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FoxTrail Winter Running Series Race 2
Join Durty Events for the second race in the FoxTrail Winter Running Series on 14th December at Balgone Estate, North Berwick!
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Hoop Earrings with Charms - Eco- Resin Craft Workshop
In this workshop run by Polymorphics, you'll delve into the art of working with eco-resin to design and create two pairs of colourful earrings with ten charms that you will mix and match!
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Jericho Hill - Johnny Cash Tribute
Scotland's very own Johnny Cash Tribute Jericho Hill are back to rock at Dreadnought Rock on Saturday 14th December!
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Royal Christmas Traditions: BSL Interpreted Tour
Join us in the beautiful surroundings of the Palace of Holyroodhouse for this guided festive tour, exploring Royal Christmas traditions!
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Simmerdim @ Music on the Mezzanine
Come along to the mezzanine at Central Library as we welcome back Simmerdim, an Edinburgh based a Capella trio, on Saturday 14th December!
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Viennese Christmas Spectacular by Candlelight
Brought to you by Candlelight Concerts, this special evening celebrates the magic of Christmas with a selection of beloved pieces!
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A Family Edwardian Christmas at Lauriston Castle
Join us at Lauriston Castle for our annual Christmas event where you can capture the magic of Christmas past!
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Aynsley Lister
Aynsley Lister, billed as one of the most exciting contemporary Blues guitarists around today, returns to The Caves Edinburgh on Sunday 15th December!
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Aynsley Lister Band plus Support
Aynsley Lister returns to The Caves with his incredible band on 15th December for another night of electrifying music that will have you hooked from the first note.
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Cash & Diamond
Indulge in the ultimate musical celebration of Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond with multi award winning Pete Storm and Pete Sinclair at Le Monde Hotel on 15th December!
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Choir of King’s College Cambridge
The Choir of King’s College, Cambridge is undoubtedly one of the world’s best known choral groups and you can hear them at the Usher Hall on Sunday 15th December!
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Christmas by Candlelight
‘It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas’, so join us at the Assembly Rooms for this magical evening of best loved festive hits performed live by Candlelight.
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Fire and Light: A Candlelight Christmas at 7 Charlotte Square
Step back in time and experience the magic of Christmas in 18th and early 19th century Edinburgh at The Georgian House on Sunday 15th December!
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Frank Sanazi’s Secret White Christmas Show
Get ready for a hilarious festive celebration with Frank Sanazi’s Secret White Christmas Show in The Bier Cellar at Frankenstein.
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George Zacharopoulos: The Right Swipe That Ruined My Life
Greece's finest stand up comedian, George Zacharopoulos, bring his show 'The Right Swipe That Ruined My Life' to Monkey Barrel Comedy!
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Jo Caulfield - A Celebration of Anger
Jo Caulfield brings her new show 'A Celebration of Anger' to Frankenstein Pub on 15th December!
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Live At Christmas With Sara Pascoe
The country’s best comedians are going on tour for a spectacular all-star festive show, headlined by the multi-award winning Sara Pascoe, and bring it to The Queen's Hall on 15th December!
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Shelton Swings at Christmas
Join multi-award winning actor and singer, Richard Shelton, at Le Monde Hotel this December for some Christmas music magic!
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Sinatra: RAW
Following a sold out critically acclaimed West End season, An Offie Award nomination as Best Male Performance, Richard Shelton’s solo powerhouse Sinatra: RAW returns to Edinburgh for 2 shows only!
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Sol Bernstein ‘Still Standing’
The oldest comedian still working today returns for the first time in Edinburgh in a decade for one night only and he’s ‘still standing’.
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The Amy Winehouse Band
Amy Winehouse's original band led by her long term musical director Dale Davis and fronted by vocalist Bronte Shandé will play the Liquid Room on Sunday 15th December!
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The Beached Boys at Le Monde
The UK’s leading Beach Boys tribute act The Beached Boys return to Edinburgh for two special Christmas Shows at Le Monde Hotel, Edinburgh.
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Transmission: The Sound of Joy Division
Forty years on, you can still relive the dark, cavernous sound of Joy Division through Transmission, the UK's number one Joy Division tribute act when they return to The Voodoo Rooms on December 15th!
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Soundhouse: Dean Owens & The Sinners
Join Leith’s favourite son and Soundhouse favourite Dean Owens for the now traditional pre Christmas show at the Traverse.
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The Bootleg Beatles
Regarded the world over as being the Gold standard of Tribute, the Bootleg Beatles return to the Usher Hall this Christmas for another nostalgic whirlwind trip through the sixties.
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Toyah & Robert - Chirstmas Party
Toyah Willcox and Robert Fripp are bursting out of their kitchen again, for the Christmas Party 2024 and bring it to The Queen's Hall on Monday 16th December!
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Greg Coulson Band
Catch Greg Coulson, a multi-talented musician and entertaining singer-songwriter, at La Belle Angele on Tuesday 17th December as part of Edinburgh Blues Club!
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The Brunton and Wonder Fools present this exciting new pantomime set in East Lothian and inspired by Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas story.
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Buddy Holly & The Cricketers
Buddy Holly and the Cricketers once again herald in the Yuletide festivities with Holly at Christmas 2024, the show that is now as traditional as mulled wine and mince pies!
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Dunedin Consort: Children’s Messiah
Fun for all the family is guaranteed in Dunedin Consort’s interactive, 45-minute Children’s Messiah - specially crafted with little ears in mind!
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Dunedin Consort: Messiah
There are few more uplifting ways to celebrate the festive season than to listed to the Dunedin Consort perfom Handel's Messiah!
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SCO 2024/25: Silent Night
Join the luminous voices of the SCO Chorus under conductor Gregory Batsleer in the intimate setting of Greyfriars Kirk for a much-loved Edinburgh musical tradition.
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ABBA Odyssey Christmas Party!
Come dance the night away at the ABBA Odyssey Christmas Party! With something for everyone, this show is guaranteed to get you in the party spirit.
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An Evening With: Sir Alexander McCall Smith
Join us for an evening with Sir Alexander McCall Smith, in aid of The Lyceum, hosted by our Artistic Director, David Greig.
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Carols by Candlelight
Opera Caledonia returns to St. Vincent’s Chapel to present Carols by Candlelight from 19th - 21st December.
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Phil Cunningham’s Christmas Songbook
Phil Cunningham returns to The Queen's Hall with his extremely popular annual Christmas Songbook from 19th to 22nd December!
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Rick Astley’s Swinging Christmas - A Big Band Concert
Get ready to swing into Christmas! Multimillion selling global star Rick Astley has announced a very special big band tour this December with a date at the Usher Hall on the 19th!
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The Princess Concert
Join us at the Assembly Rooms for a magical Christmas journey into the world of enchantment as The Princess Concert comes to Edinburgh this Christmas!
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XXL Christmas Carol Concert
Bring your loved ones for a night of joy, music, and holiday cheer at The XXL Christmas Carol Concert in the Assembly Rooms on 19th December!
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ABBAMANIA Christmas Spectacular
Dust off your platforms, put on your flares and come and enjoy an unforgettable night with ABBAMANIA at The Queen's Hall on 20th December!
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Del Amitri
Del Amitri are excited to announce a run of Scottish dates to close out the year which will include a night at the Usher Hall on Friday 20th December!
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Einaudi’s Christmas Carols by Candlelight: The Snowman
Sing along with Usher Hall emerging artists Ines Mayhew-Begg and Matthew Shiel for a festive evening of Christmas carolling at the piano on 30th December at The Parish Church of St Cuthbert!
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Gershwin’s Christmas Jazz Piano by Candlelight: Rhapsody in White
Come along to a swinging, toe-tapping and festive tour of jazz piano alongside jazz improv, after Christmas carols and films by award-winning pianist Matthew Shiel on 20th December!
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Quiet Houses
Don't miss Quiet Houses when they play a hometown show at Cabaret Voltaire on Friday 20th December!
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Shampagne Supernova
Don't miss Shampagne Supernova, an Oasis Tribute Christmas Party, at Stramash Edinburgh on 20th December!
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Victory or Die Christmas Bash
Victory or Die return to jingle your tinsel this Christmas with a headline show at Dreadnought Rock on 20th December!
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BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra Christmas At The Movies
BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra's glorious 'Christmas at the Movies' concert comes to the Usher Hall on Monday 18th December!
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Join us on the mezzanine at Central Library as we welcome the return of Edinburgh based Little Big Horns on Saturday 21st December!
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Moving Pictures - Rush Tribute
Don't miss Moving Pictures, a 3-piece tribute to Canada's finest musical exports Rush, live at La Belle Angele on Saturday 21st December!
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Frankie Valli & the False Seasons
Back by popular demand, Frankie Valli & the False Seasons return to Frankenstein Pub on Sunday 22nd December!
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Holiday Season - Midnight Lunar Market
Welcome to the Midnight Lunar Market 'Holiday Season Edition' being held at The Voodoo Rooms on Monday 22nd December!
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Jo Caulfield brings her new show 'A Celebration of Anger' to Le Monde Hotel in Edinburgh on 22nd December!
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RSNO Christmas Concert Featuring The Snowman
Join the RSNO this December for a special feast of Christmas cheer! Still Game’s Sanjeev Kohli will narrate our popular screening of the magical film!
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Christmas Piano by Candlelight: Moonlight Sonata
Enjoy Beethoven's iconic and haunting masterpiece performed alongside festive piano classics in the atmospheric candlelit St Vincent's Chapel on 23rd December!
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Kevin Quantum ‘Christmas Special’ with Guests
Magician Kevin Quantum and special guests are back with astonishing illusions and big laughs in a riotously fun and magical Christmas show for the whole family at Church Hill Theatre!
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SCO: Christmas Concerto and Vivaldi’s Four Seasons
Join the Scottish Candlelight Orchestra and award-winning violinist Ben Shute for a festive programme of Christmas string classics at St Vincent's Chapel Edinburgh on 23rd December!
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HWFGLow Boxing Day Special
HWFG returns to Room At The Top for a Boxing Day All Day Glow Party. This is a rave you won’t want to miss!
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Skerryvore
The multi award-winning trad-rock band Skerryvore return to the O2 Academy Edinburgh on Friday 27th December!
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Talk about doing what it says on the tin! The Stand's flagship contemporary Scottish comedy show returns for Hogmanay!
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1872 Cup: Edinburgh v Glasgow Warriors
Don’t miss the chance to see the 1872 Cup lifted at Scottish Gas Murrayfield when Edinburgh v Glasgow Warriors on 28th December!
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Lateral Flow - Jingle all the way
Lateral Flow are back at Dreadnought Rock on 28th December with another great collection of songs to have you rocking along in no time!
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MAD4IT Manchester Night
Dust off your bucket hats as Manchester returns to Bathgate for 1 night only as we celebrate the greatest music that has come out of the city over the years with a MASSIVE Manchester Tribute night!
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The Music Of Lord Of The Rings, Game Of Thrones
Experience epic and inspirational music from Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Game of Thrones and beyond, brought to life by the Royal Scottish National Orchestra and choir in this unmissable concert!
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Bad Manners
La Belle Angele welcomes back Buster and the boys after last years amazing show! So grab your tickets quick!
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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Torchlight Procession
The spectacular Torchlight Procession will once again light up the city with a river of fire created by 20,000 torch bearers and friends from around the world!
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Haggis Ceilidhs Hogmanay Parties
Celebrate your 2024 new years eve in style with The Haggis Chasers, one of Scotland's leading modern ceilidh bands at The Counting House!
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The Music of Zimmer vs. Williams
Enjoy an epic concert celebrating the very best epic scores from two of the greatest film composers of all time at the Usher Hall on 29th December!
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Aladdin: Adult Panto
See our pantomime cast take you through the story of “Oor Aladdin” but with a sinister twist at the Reconnect Regal Theatre on Monday 30th December!
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Night Afore Disco Party
Global smash-hit and time-travelling DJ sensation Hot Dub Time Machine returns to Edinburgh’s Hogmanay for the first time in a decade to headline this year’s Night Afore Disco Party.
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The Scottish Fiddle Orchestra
Join in the fun and enjoy the party atmosphere of a traditional Scottish Hogmanay at the Scottish Fiddle Orchestra's annual festive concert!
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Bairns New Year Revels
A special Bairn’s New Year Revels allows young party-goers a chance to join the celebrations with a huge family ceilidh, live music, dancing and Hogmanay fun for all.
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Candlelit Concert at St. Giles’ Cathedral
Come along to a festive celebration in the candlelit atmosphere of St Giles' Cathedral on 31st December!
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Day Fever New Year’s Eve
Day Fever heads to the O2 Academy Edinburgh on 31st December for a very special daytime New Year's Eve show!
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Dreadnoughtrock: Hogmanay Party
Join us at Scotland's longest running rock club and rock into 2025 Dreadnought Style!
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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Concert in the Gardens
Concert in the Gardens presents the very best in live music, fireworks and illumination for a world-class event experience to say farewell to 2024 and help us jump into 2025.
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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party
The world-famous Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party returns to the historic city centre, to once again light-up the Edinburgh skies!
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Celebrate your 2024 new years eve in style with The Haggis Chasers, one of Scotland's leading modern ceilidh bands at the O2 Academy Edinburgh!
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Hogmanay Ball
Ring in the New Year with elegance and excitement at the Norton House Hogmanay Ball.
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Hogmanay Extravaganza at The Pitt
Join us at The Pitt for an epic night of fun, food, fire, live music, laughter, a ceilidh and lots of surprises as we bid farewell to 2024 and welcome 2025 with open arms!
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Hogmanay in Heights
Raise a glass to 2025 in style and with the best view in town at our Hogmanay Bash at Apex Grassmarket Hotel is in our fabulous Heights suite!
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Hogmanay: Feeva & The Diversions
Bring in the bells at Dalkeith Miners Club this Hogmanay, with 2x fantastic live bands you can dance, celebrate & start 2025 with a BANG!
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Mad Ferret Hogmanay Party
Bring in the bells this Hogmanay with up-beat Scots/Irish Folk music by The Mad Ferret Band at Stramash!
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Street Party – Silent Adventures Mega Silent Disco
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay and Silent Adventures are delighted to present the return of the Silent Adventures Mega Silent Disco for this year’s Edinburgh Hogmanay!
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Toasting the New Year in Style!
Step into the New Year with The Scotch Malt Whisky Society and bid farewell to 2024 in style!
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VEGAS! The Grand Hogmanay Ball
Say farewell to 2024, and welcome in 2025 at The Vegas Grand Hogmanay Ball in the Voodoo Rooms Edinburgh!
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Festive Ladies Day
Enjoy ultimate festive fun with the girls at Dalmeny Park House Hotel's fabulous Ladies Day on Sunday 8th December!
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Watches, Jewellery and Antiques Valuation Day
Join specialists from Bonhams for one of their monthly Watches, Jewellery and Antiques Valuation Days at Parklands Hotel & Country Club.
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Festive Boogie Brunch
Kick start your holiday season in style with friends, family or colleagues at Dalmeny Park House Hotel's fabulous Festive Boogie Brunch on Saturday 14th December!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
The Solway Hoard : Exhibition
Journey forward in time to the year 3023 when a hoard of rare and valuable plastic objects has been discovered.
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Sleeping Beauty
Embark on a magical journey with our enchanting pantomime performance of Sleeping Beauty at the Adam Smith Theatre this December!
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Ya Wee Dickie McWhittington
The “Best Wee Panto in Scotland” returns to The King’s Theatre Kircaldy with a brand spanking new show for 2024!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Phil Cunningham’s Christmas Songbook
Phil Cunningham returns to The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall with his extremely popular annual Christmas Songbook on Tuesday 17th December!
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Dead Pony
Dead Pony return to Glasgow with their Ignore This Tour, don't miss them live at the QMU on Friday 13th December!
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The Rifles
Catch British indie outfit The Rifles when they return to Glasgow's King Tut's on Saturday 14th December!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Pinocchio
Join Pinocchio on this raucous, silly and hugely entertaining journey. Sing along with him as he meets friends, old and new, and finds out what it means to be a real boy in this fun packed show!
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Festive Wreath Making at Baron’s Haugh
Join the RSPB to enjoy a seasonal wander around Baron's Haugh to gather all kinds of natural craft materials and make your own festive wreath!
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The Royal Ballet: The Nutcracker
The Royal Ballet's revival of Ivanov and Wright's The Nutcracker brings a fairytale winter to Cumbernauld Theatre Cinema on this December!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
PorkPie
Eight piece Ska band PorkPie will be live at The Bungalow Paisley on Saturday 21st December, performing classics from The Specials, Bad Manners, Madness, The Beat and more!
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Back to the 80’s - Christmas Party Night
Take a trip back to the 80s with Ingliston's Resident DJ Steven Clarke at their Christmas Party Nights on the 6th & 14th December!
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Beau and the Snow Fairy
With original music, Beau and the Snowfairy from PACE Youth Theatre, promises to be a fun-filled and festive show for the whole family!
READ MOREEvents in Stirling
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
The Snow Queen
Fintry Amateur Dramatic Society's Christmas show at at Menzies Hall is The Snow Queen, a retelling of the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale about good and evil.
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Christmas Market
Join us on Saturday 30th November and Sunday 1st December for The Lane Events fabulous Christmas Market at The Albert Halls!
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Handmade Gifts - Herbal Creams & Spa Salts!
Join Lauren Lochrie of Herbal Homestead and Jodie Fowler Marshall of #Createclub to make your own personalised, natural gifts this year whilst gaining skills for life!
READ MOREEvents in Other Areas
Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!
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Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair
Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for its 19th year to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!
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Kilmarnock Farmers Market
Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!
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Largs Market
You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!
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Mini Craft Market
Visit eight select small craft businesses at the Mini Market and get to know the people behind the products and support small business!
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Handmade in Ayr Market
Handmade in Ayr is a creative monthly market showcasing the best of Ayrshire arts and crafts at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, featuring quality Ayrshire & Scottish makers!
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Highlight Talks
On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!
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WinterStorm
WinterStorm is a four day celebration of classic rock, metal, blues and more held in Troon Concert Hall on the west coast of Scotland since 2016!
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Starry Nights at Dean Castle
Magical illuminated Christmas experience Starry Nights will return to Dean Castle Country Park this December, providing outdoor festive fun for friends and family alike!
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