Join professional local photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh's Old Town for your Personal PhotoShoot Experience! It's a fun outdoor experience perfect for couples, families and solo travelers alike.
READ MORELearn to use your camera in one of the most beautiful cities in the world from a working photographer and film maker! Perfect for solo travellers, couples and families.
READ MOREJoin us early evening at Bar 13 for live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with Rory & The Island!
READ MOREThe weekly Leith Market has it all - fresh meats, fish, bread, veggies, fruits, cheeses, home bakes, olives, jams, chutneys, oils, smokehouse products and lots more!
READ MOREJoin a volunteer guide for a 45 min to 1 hour glimpse into the history, heraldry and life of our historic Cathedral and Thistle Chapel!
READ MOREHave fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
READ MOREExperience Edinburgh's original and award winning Farmers' Market at Castle Terrace every Saturday from 9am - 2pm!
READ MOREDescend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.
READ MOREEvery 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!
READ MOREThe 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!
READ MOREActor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night. You decide what the characters do, find and sometimes - yes sometimes - even love!
READ MOREJoin 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.
READ MOREScotland'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!
READ MOREThe Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market is the longest running car boot in Edinburgh. Come check us out!
READ MOREShop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers when The Crafters Roadshow comes to The Centre Livingston!
READ MOREJoin Share International Scotland for a powerful group meditation and work of planetary service at the time of the full moon each month!
READ MOREGet ready for a haunting so fabulous you'll die from excitement! The Spooktacular 'Haunted Haus' is back to terrorize Banshee Labyrinth!
READ MOREAre 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.
READ MOREA monthly market for West Linton, held on the first Saturday of the month, showcasing artisan foods, produce and crafts!
READ MOREThrough personal stories, photography and memorabilia, this exhibition at the National War Museum charts the creation and use of maps during the Second World War.
READ MOREThe National Library of Scotland's permanent exhibition provides a unique insight into Scotland’s history, culture and people and its place in the world.
READ MOREHeld 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!
READ MORECome along to the Makers Market in Portobello Town Hall for a gorgeous selection of handmade products from local makers!
READ MORECome along to Love Wednesdays, Scotland's BIGGEST Wednesday night, hosted in the award winning WhyNot Nightclub!
READ MORECome and join the Cyrenians for their delicious Syrian food cooked with love by their award winning chef Noura!
READ MOREJoin The White Heather Ceilidh Club for a bonnie (and wild!) evening of Scottish Ceilidh Dancing in the heart of Edinburgh!
READ MOREEnjoy a unique comedy musical Showtour in a taxi... be driven around Edinburgh, whilst entertained by Lola and her variety of characters!
READ MOREFort Kinnaird is hosting a free monthly book club in partnership with Musselburgh Library to bring the community together over the joy of reading.
READ MOREThe forthcoming exhibition Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path aims to bring this talented artist back to public attention.
READ MOREThe Scottish BMX School is offering BMX lessons for kids of all ages, currently being held at Victoria Park in Leith.
READ MOREEat and drink your way through Scotland’s history and culture on a carefully curated wander through the cobbled streets and historic alleys of Edinburgh.
READ MOREDiscover the best gin in Edinburgh on the Edinburgh Gin Jaunt and savour the city’s diverse gin culture. Book your gin-tinted adventure today!
READ MOREJoin Livia for these fun, informal, chilled and small painting classes for adult and kids at Cramond Kirk Hall.
READ MOREA collection of Allan Ramsay’s portraits of women from NTS properties are brought together at the Georgian House for the first time.
READ MORECome along and meet Lyon & Turnbull's silver specialist, Kier Mulholland to find out if you have a future auction highlight in your home.
READ MOREThis exhibition at the Royal College of Nursing explores the history of children and young people's nursing from the first children's hospitals in the 1800s to the development of family-centred care.
READ MOREThe Caged Bird’s Song, Dovecot Studios' major tapestry with Chris Ofili, returns to Scotland in Summer 2024.
READ MOREJoin us for these cosy, safe and fun monthly Empathy Café meetings where we practice embodied self-empathy, empathic listening and communicating, and resolving conflicts in real-time.
READ MOREEvery 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.
READ MOREExploring 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.
READ MORECome to wander through the secret alleyways of old Edinburgh - come to listen, come to share your own daring stories. This private tour is unmissable!
READ MORECome on this walking tour and gain a unique insight into some of the daring women in Edinburgh's history!
READ MOREDo you dare to embrace your wild nature? Come to feel the incredible power of nature with Annabel Allen, your nature guide!
READ MOREThe Greenhouse is a free space for the community to share hobbies and grow ideas on Saturdays between 9am and 4pm at The Hub.
READ MOREJoin Daring Women's upbeat Edinburgh female guide for a bit of unusual history and a bit of daring rethinking. All outrageous ideas are welcome!
READ MOREA 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.
READ MOREIndulge your wanderlust when you visit this solo exhibition of paintings by the renowned Belfast born artist, Sir John Lavery!
READ MORELet's light the spark to lead to positive change. Annabel Allen, the workshop facilitator, welcomes you to unleash your creativity to come up with fresh ideas for change!
READ MORETania Kovats’ ongoing series SEAMARKS, multiple seascapes captured in brushstrokes, drawings and ceramic, is being expanded with the creation of a new tapestry by Dovecot Studios.
READ MORESee behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
READ MOREWherever you are and whatever the distance, join EMMS International in their cycling challenge this August, September and October!
READ MOREJoin 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!
READ MOREDare you join Auld Reekie Tours on a spine-chilling adventure beneath Edinburgh's streets?
READ MOREDive into Edinburgh's darker corners on a thrilling 2-hour walk exploring the city's most bone-chilling legends.
READ MOREEmbark on an epic adventure to the iconic backdrops of the beloved series Outlander on this 1 Day experience!
READ MORECome along to The Newsroom's Open Mic every Sunday from 3pm and belt your lungs out!
READ MOREJoin us at the Blueprint Studio for a fun, creative experience and discover how to make your own 2-colour A3 risograph prints!
READ MOREEnjoy Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons, and other magnificent works by Candlelight at St Giles' Cathedral, performed by The Piccadilly Sinfonietta!
READ MOREFLARE* 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!
READ MOREThe voices of Edinburgh’s communities shape an ever-evolving sound installation inside St Giles’ Cathedral's magnificent interior.
READ MOREFind out about our collection of aero-engines and propellers on a curator-led tour of our Object Store.
READ MORECome along to Little Plaza for this engaging, and fun after-school Robotics club for kids in the local community!
READ MOREJoin Hoots Comedy for an unforgettable evening of Edinburgh's fiercest glamour, comedy, and top tier DRAG!
READ MORELet your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!
READ MORELearn to make a set of stacking rings, including one ring with a pretty gemstone, in this workshop run by Ali Bali Jewellery!
READ MOREJoin us at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill five act show every Saturday!
READ MORELearn about the incredible stories hidden within Scotland's rocks when the Scottish Geology Festival returns for 2024 between September 1st and October 6th!
READ MOREJoin Bachata Blues Edinburgh for their Bachata Beginners Course starting on Monday 2nd September at The Mash House!
READ MOREMake an appointment with Bonhams Senior Watch Specialist Sarah Fergusson for a free valuation on any watches that you may be considering selling, including wrist and pocket watches.
READ MOREJoin Drill Hall resident artist Felicity Inkpen in a series of 6 workshops exploring your creative side this Autumn!
READ MOREThe fabulous Bingo Babes will be taking over for a raucous night of good old-fashioned drag bingo at Hoots Comedy every Thursday!
READ MOREJoin 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!).
READ MOREGet 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!
READ MOREOn Fridays between September 6th and November 22nd, Scotland and Liverpool footballer Andy Robertson's charity, AR26, will host free football sessions at Wester Hailes High School.
READ MOREGet Ready to Sip, Laugh & Unleash Your Creativity with a Splash of Cheeky Fun at Hoots Comedy every Saturday!
READ MORELittle PLaza are excited to announce their new series of Japanese language sessions for children, running from September to October!
READ MOREThis September DalkeithPhoto will present its inaugural month of photography at Dalkeith Palace showcasing exhibitions, a major symposium, workshops, portfolio reviews and exhibition tours.
READ MOREAdventure, 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!
READ MOREBlack 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!
READ MOREAlba Flamenca's Flamenco dance classes with amazing flamenco dance teachers ready to welcome everyone from beginners to advanced!
READ MOREIgnite your passion with TuFlamenco dance classes for adults and children, now returning bigger and better!
READ MORECome and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every Tuesday at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club in Summerhall!
READ MOREAlba 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!
READ MORETalk about doing what it says on the tin! Here you go a carload of simply the best comics on the contemporary Scottish circuit.
READ MOREEdinburgh Steiner School is offering this Teacher Development course starting on 13th September.
READ MOREDoes your little one love to paint and splat, squish and stick? Then come along to Little Explorers for lots of arty and creative fun on Fridays at Marchmont St Giles' Church.
READ MOREReady to reignite your passion for dance? Our Groove Back and Reggaeton Classes at Blazin Studio are here to help you do just that!
READ MOREUnleash your child's imagination and join us at Little Plaza this September and October for a series of fun, educational, and creative illustration workshops led by Trista Yen!
READ MOREInked Up: Printmaking in Scotland celebrates this versatile artform, presenting a selection of works from the City Art Centre’s permanent collection of fine art.
READ MOREBack by popular demand, Oktoberfest comes to Volcano Falls Adventure Golf Edinburgh from 14th September!
READ MOREThis tapestry weaving experience day at Dovecot Studios is a rare chance to learn the art of tapestry weaving at the UK’s longest running tapestry studio.
READ MORELondon Concertante brings Vivaldi's masterpiece, Four Seasons, to life in a wonderful concert featuring gems of baroque music at St Giles' Cathedral!
READ MOREFrom the utterly sublime to the unapologetically ridiculous, Monkey Barrel Comedy presents a night of comedy at the cliff's edge of surreal humour.
READ MOREThis thought-provoking exhibition charts the history and influence of the Theravāda Buddhist tradition across the world, including its role in Scotland today.
READ MOREThe RSCDS Edinburgh young dancers classes offer children the chance to enjoy Scottish country dancing and ceilidh music in a fun environment. Book a free trial now!
READ MORELearn to make a set of three different sterling silver skinny stacking rings in this workshop run by Ali Bali Jewellery!
READ MORECome along to Newhailes monthly market where you'll find a fine selection of handmade goods; from jams and chutneys to pies and candles!
READ MOREWe are bringing back our renowned Oktoberfest celebrations to Brewhemia, Scotland’s Only Beer Palace!
READ MOREGet Talking Spanish is offering an immersive and engaging experience in Spanish for children aged 0 - 2 at LifeCare Edinburgh on Saturdays.
READ MOREAre you able to hold simple conversations in Spanish and would like to brush up your skills while you enjoy a drink? Then join Get Talking Spanish for these informal sessions!
READ MOREThis art exhibition presents the work of three accomplished wildlife artists: Chris Rose, John Threlfall and Tim Wootton, who draw their inspiration from the North East of Scotland and Orkney.
READ MORELooking for the best Thursday night out in Edinburgh? Discover The Roze Garden - Edinburgh’s Cabaret and Club Night at The Street!
READ MOREAnnasach Ceilidh Band invites you to our regular ceilidh in the hidden gem of Edinburgh’s Old Town, The Counting House!
READ MOREMorningside Gallery is delighted to be holding a new solo exhibition of work from Scottish artist Gordon Mitchell RSA RSW RGI.
READ MOREAll 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.
READ MORESusan 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.
READ MOREWith the nights drawing in and halloween just around the corner, what better time to take on Edinburgh's spookiest escape room 'The Anatomist' at Escape The Past.
READ MOREThe Salvation Army Edinburgh City is holding a toddler group every Monday during term time.
READ MOREBuilding on the success of last year’s Spooky Days and the hugely popular PYO Pumpkins, Craigies Pumpkin Festival will offer delight and frights to families during the day.
READ MOREWelcome to the world of Game Changers! It's a mighty way to raise money for Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity from the comfort of your gaming chair or sofa!
READ MOREThere’s fun for all the family aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia this October where kids can listen to their own special children’s audio tour as they explore all five decks.
READ MORERambert’s thrilling stage adaptation The Redemption of Thomas Shelby returns to Edinburgh, capturing the Peaky story, with stunning performances from Rambert’s dancers and an iconic soundtrack!
READ MOREHow much can one King change a country? Find out on this walking tour with your guide from the Museum on the Mound!
READ MOREJoin Blaize the Bat on an adventure through Dynamic Earth's exhibition to explore a world of wonders where creatures past and present slither, swim, flap and sting their way through life.
READ MORETold through music, dance, puppetry and traditional African storytelling, this theatrical adaptation of Atinuke’s much-loved children’s book will have you beaming from ear to ear.
READ MORECastle 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!
READ MOREThe Big Bike Film Night is on a mission... bringing the best cycling short films from around the world together for you!
READ MOREEnter a world of eerie encounters and misunderstood marvels with our Science Communication team at Dynamic Earth in our free drop-in activities that everyone can sink their teeth into.
READ MOREThe 10th edition of the Scottish Youth Film Festival, celebrating Scotland's young filmmakers, will be held at Armadale Academy on the 4th & 5th October 2024.
READ MOREMeet the very worst Baddies in the world! Don’t you dare to come too close to a witch, a troll and an ancient ghost!
READ MOREJoin us at Dovecot Studios on 5th October for a slow stitching workshop inspired by the Japanese Boro tradition of repeatedly mending fabrics!
READ MOREJoin us at The Eric Liddell Community on Saturday 5th October for a creative Autumn Wreath Making Workshop!
READ MOREWe’re famous for the Ceilidhs in our stunning Auditorium at the Ghillie Dhu, so come along a make it a night to remember!
READ MOREJoin the Campervan Crew here at our Jane Street HQ on 5th October for a little Leith twist on the world’s biggest beer festival.
READ MOREComic Con Scotland returns to the Royal Highland Centre on 5th and 6th October 2024!
READ MOREDon't miss Comic Con Scotland's Afterparty on Saturday 5th October at the O2 Academy Edinburgh, featuring Craig Charles Funk & Soul DJ Set!
READ MORECelebrate the cosiest of seasons at the Dalmeny Autumn Craft Fair on Saturday 5th October in Dalmeny Kirk!
READ MOREEdinburgh's Whisky Festival will return to BT Murrayfield Stadium on Saturday 5th October 2024.
READ MOREJoin us at the Scottish Storytelling Centre for the launch of our new exhibition, a stunning collection of paintings by Orcadian artist and musician Sarah McFadyen!
READ MORECelebrating the 20th Anniversary of their debut album 'Greatest Hits' Goldie Lookin' Chain bring their 420 tour to La Belle Angele on Saturday 5th October!
READ MOREThis exhibition, at &Gallery in October, delves into artist Karine Léger's process of creation, where sketches emerge from the "found shapes" of nature.
READ MOREJoin The Mindful Enterprise for this reinvigorating day of mindfulness practices, in the stunning surroundings of Dalkeith Country Park.
READ MOREJoin us for a night of grown-up fun and games in the spectacular setting of the National Museum of Scotland on 5th October!
READ MOREOn the 40th anniversary, Nik and his band take to the road to perform both albums in their entirety with a date at The Queen's Hall. This will never happen again so you will not want to miss it!
READ MOREEnjoy a performance by the acclaimed group Bogle Mufty, a folk band playing Scottish/Irish folk and trad, plus occasionally some American or pop, at St Cecilia's Hall on 5th October!
READ MOREDon't miss Nashville-based singer-songwriter Rachel Baiman at the Traverse Theatre on Saturday 5th October!
READ MOREJoin Dee McQueen Yoga and Benji Yoga for an empowering workshop to explore the dynamic Rocket Yoga sequence at Out of the Blue Drill Hall!
READ MOREBRIT Award winning English hip hop and electronic dance duo Stereo MC’s head into a new era as they take their energetic live show out on the road, with a date at The Liquid Room on 5th October!
READ MOREDon't miss The Annie Keating Band will they headline Cabaret Voltaire, Edinburgh on Saturday 5th October!
READ MORELive autopsy experience, The Post Mortem Live, returns to Edinburgh offering you front row seats into the world of pathology, forensics, true crime and human anatomy!
READ MOREDo you have what it takes to walk barefoot across glowing embers? Then sign up to The Yard Firewalk on Saturday 5th October and help disabled children and their families!
READ MOREVeteran broadcaster and songwriter Tom Robinson comes to The Voodoo Rooms on 5th October, playing songs from the albums 'Power in the Darkness' and 'TRB Two'!
READ MOREA Spoonful of Vintage is back with a fantastic line-up of hand-picked, authentic vintage traders at Bellfield, Portobello!
READ MORECome along on a guided Autumn Forest Bathing Walk with Nature for Wellness on Sunday 6th October and allow nature to nurture your mind and body!
READ MOREEnjoy irrepressible imagination and flair from Venezuelan virtuoso, Gabriela Montero, as she performs alongside the BBC SSO.
READ MORECOBO : Comedy Shutdown proudly presents our Black History Month Special, hitting venues across the UK this October including Monkey Barrel Comedy on the 6th!
READ MOREThis course will introduce students to the historical and social background of the 19th-century Scottish dance scene in Edinburgh New Town by exploring the streets and buildings connected with it.
READ MOREFreeze Frame is delighted to present a special screening of the award-winning The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou in its 20th Anniversary year.
READ MOREUK progressive metallers, Giant Walker headline Legends Edinburgh on the back of their upcoming album release, 'Silhouettes' on Sunday 6th October!
READ MOREHometown Glory: The Ultimate Adele Tribute is coming to The Caves, Edinburgh on Sunday 6th October!
READ MOREExplore post-Brexit Britain and what it means to British with Jon Sopel, renowned British journalist, bestselling author, political insider and presenter of the chart-topping podcast The News Agents.
READ MOREJoin St Marys Music School pupils and take part in a fun and interactive day of music, open to young musicians aged between P4 and S6 on 6th October!
READ MOREDon't miss 'Lady Nade Sings Nina Simone', an extraordinary celebration of Nina Simone's timeless legacy at The Voodoo Rooms on 6th October!
READ MOREBest-selling author and comedy legend Michael Palin is going back on the road, with a new UK tour this autumn, which will include a night at Edinburgh's Queen's Hall on Sunday 6th October!
READ MOREReady Steady 60's Show presents a showcase of the great bands of this unforgettable decade, don't miss it at La Belle Angele on 6th October!
READ MOREHear the future of jazz in Scotland and further afield as the musicians of the Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra showcase their prodigious talent at the St Bride's Centre!
READ MOREDr Louise Newson, the leading medical expert on menopause and hormones, brings her inaugural UK theatre tour, accompanied by Dublin-based comedian Anne Gildea, to the Festival Theatre on 7th October.
READ MOREThis unmissable industry gathering connects restaurant operators with investors and leading figures from the global restaurant community.
READ MOREThe smash hit musical comedy Hairspray returns to Edinburgh Playhouse in October 2024. Don't miss it!
READ MOREThe Portobello Bookshop team welcome Ian Rankin to the Assembly Rooms on 7th October to celebrate the Edinburgh launch of his brand new John Rebus thriller, Midnight and Blue!
READ MOREArtificial intelligence is advancing at an ever-increasing rate. Join novelist Jeanette Winterson on 7th October as she speaks with Ameca, the most advanced humanoid robot!
READ MORELondon alto saxophonist Sam Braysher is joined by an all-star Scottish rhythm section at the Traverse Theatre on Monday 7th October!
READ MORELong established Edinburgh Wind (Concert) Band is looking for new players to join them on Monday evenings at Morningside United Church Halls!
READ MOREA popular feature of the Traverse programme, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, Òran Mór returns in October 2024.
READ MOREThis exhibition is a celebration and reflection on the work of AdvoCard from its founding as a grassroots organisation in 1994, through to the legislation of the Mental Health Act (2003).
READ MORECome along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
READ MOREShotts St Patrick’s Amateur Opera Group return to Reconnect Howden Park with the stage version of Disney’s classic animated film Beauty and The Beast!
READ MORELearn skills and enjoy a social evening too with The Edinburgh Cake Decorating and Sugarcraft Club on 8th October at Strachan House!
READ MOREJoin the Edinburgh Union Canal Society at Merchiston Tennis & Bowling Club on 8th October for a Quiz Night!
READ MOREJoin Bernardine Evaristo at the Futures Institute on 8th October for this talk on arts provision in the education system and the importance of creativity in young people!
READ MORERomeo Stodart & Ren Harvieu are playing some unique duo shows together, with a date at The Voodoo Rooms on Tuesday 08 October!
READ MOREAfter the success of the last visit at The Stand Edinburgh, Sam Jay is back with a brand new show ‘A proper club tour’ on Tuesday 8 October!
READ MOREGet ready to rock with The Mini Guns as they take the stage at Brewhemia Edinburgh in October!
READ MOREThe theatrical phenomenon 'Blue Man Group' returns to the UK bringing its award-winning Bluevolution World Tour and comes to the Festival Theatre in October!
READ MORECount Binface brings his brand new live comedy show to Monkey Barrel Comedy, featuring his unique take on Britain, his special brand of sci-fi satire, and of course his unbeatable manifesto!
READ MOREBe part of the action as Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve up mayhem on a plate alongside a 3-course meal and two hours of non-stop laughter at The Scotsman Hotel!
READ MORETurn fear into fascination this October and join Dynamic Earth as the often-misunderstood creatures that call our planet home take centre stage!
READ MOREJoin us in the second event in our Social Impact Showcase series as we explore how socially innovative organisations can contribute to our mental health and wellbeing sectors.
READ MORELearn how to make your own sterling silver sea glass ring in this workshop run by Ali Bali Jewellery!
READ MOREDon't miss Rioghnach Connolly & Honeyfeet when they return to the Voodoo Rooms on Wednesday 09 October!
READ MOREJoin Blackout Productions this October as they bring the sinister tale of Sweeney Todd to life in a way you have never experienced before!
READ MORELearn what's terrazzo and how to create your very own mini tray from start to finish in this workshop run by Polymorphics!
READ MOREIt's the FA Cup of comedy! Nine acts will be performing their best ten minute sets as they attempt to win over the audience who vote for their favourites to go through to the semi-finals.
READ MOREJoin Causeway, our members, partners and supporters for our flagship, Gala Black Tie Celebration of Ireland, Northern Ireland and Scotland Awards' Night, in Edinburgh on 10th October 2024!
READ MOREGet ready for an unforgettable night reliving the iconic sound of Motown when Dancing in the Streets comes to the Usher Hall on Thursday 10th October!
READ MOREEmma Doran is one of the most exciting stand-ups to emerge from these shores in years, don't miss her live at The Stand Edinburgh with her new show, Dilemma!
READ MOREJoin Stork's Beak: School of Historical Swordplay on Thursdays for immersive classes delving into the world of European Martial Arts!
READ MOREA lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening is taking place at the Eric Liddell Centre in Edinburgh on Thursday 10th October.
READ MOREJoin us for a night dedicated to Chappel Roan and friends at La Belle Angele on Thursday 10th October!
READ MOREQueer Folks’ Tales is back after a hugely successful Fringe run in August, and October sees another terrific line up at the Scottish Storytelling Centre!
READ MOREJoin the Scottish Chamber Orchestra to rediscover sumptuous Baroque splendours from Vivaldi and Rameau, in the company of composers who have been inspired by it.
READ MOREThe 2024 edition of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival (SMHAF) will take place across Scotland from 10th - 27th October, exploring the theme of 'In/Visible'.
READ MORECome along to The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 10th October for a nostalgic cabaret and party like it's 1999!
READ MOREFrom the makers of Battery Park, To Save The Sea is an epic adventure story about standing up for what you believe in, don't miss it at the Traverse Theatre in October!
READ MOREJoin us at La Belle Angele on 11th October for the ultimate 80's extravaganza dedicated to the soundtrack of your youth!
READ MOREBring your imagination to life and help IKEA Edinburgh create a whimsical display that celebrates nature and community this October Half Term!
READ MORECome and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every month at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at the Assembly Roxy!
READ MOREAfter a sellout event last year, Edinburgh Cocktail Week is returning in October 2024 from Friday 11th to Sunday 20th!
READ MOREKevin 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!
READ MORELocal Punk covers band Emergency Exit play Dreadnought Rock Bathgate on Friday 11th October!
READ MOREGoodbye Mr MacKenzie will be at the Liquid Rooms on Friday 21st October for a very special gig!
READ MOREJoin Edinburgh illustrator Elaine Macintyre (aka LeopardyNonsense) on 11th October for a fun and freaky family drawing session to celebrate the spooky season! Suitable for ages 2+.
READ MORENewcastle's Maximo Park bring their upcoming UK and EU headline tour to The Queen's Hall on Friday 11th October!
READ MOREThe 7-piece all star band promise to mesmerise the crowd with their combination of Cuban Son, Latin Jazz and Rumba, from Cuba's Golden era!
READ MOREExplore Planet Earth's epic story with The Scotch Malt Whisky Society in collaborating with Dynamic Earth on Saturday 12th October!
READ MOREWelcome Autumn in with The Edinburgh Craft Club and kame a beautiful handmade Wreath at IKEA Edinburgh on 12th October!
READ MOREGet ready to party like never before with Booze Bingo, dance-offs, hilarious hosts, confetti cannons and more on Saturday 12th October at Room At The Top!
READ MORECandlelight concerts bring the music of the Beatles to the Ghillie Dhu under the gentle glow of candlelight!
READ MOREDiscover the music of Coldplay on Strings at Ghillie Dhu under the gentle glow of candlelight on Saturday 12th October!
READ MOREJoin us at Craigies Farm for a night filled with spine tingling frights and fun - if you're brave enough!
READ MOREDementia the Musical is a funny but moving production telling the history of Scottish dementia activism and their role front and centre of it.
READ MORETreat yourself this half term and visit Edinburgh Zoo's autumn market in Lemur Lodge on 12th & 13th October!
READ MOREThe UK's premiere Fall Out Boy & My Chemical Romance cover bands are coming to Edinburgh on Saturday 12th October!
READ MOREEdinburgh Central Library hands over the Mezzanine to the Girls Rock School Edinburgh on Saturday 12th October!
READ MORECome along to our Halloween Days at Conifox Adventure Park this October and create some pumpkin-tastic memories!
READ MOREJoin us this October for spook-tacular Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park!
READ MOREThe multi award-winning Harriet Kemsley is back with a new show about break-ups, sloths and trying to think positively while everything descends into absolute chaos!
READ MORELegendary Scottish pop band Hue And Cry are set to embark on their 40th Anniversary Tour and they will play The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Saturday 12th October 2024!
READ MOREScottish singer-songwriter Lewis McLaughlin is hitting the road around Scotland in October with a date at Cabaret Voltaire on the 12th!
READ MOREFollowing a recent step towards theatre in his last few shows, Mark Thomas is back to his finest stand-up form and anti-Tory sentiment in Gaffa Tapes as takes his tour to Edinburgh!
READ MOREMesmerising Mechanisms is a free, hands-on exhibition on 12th October at Water of Leith Visitor Centre featuring a collection of wooden machines designed and built by Ian Graham of Colinton Clocks.
READ MOREJourney through worlds of adventure with Dance ‘n’ Tales at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 12th October!
READ MOREStone Foundation have collaborated with Paul Weller, Nolan Porter, Graham Parker, Carleen Anderson, Kathryn Williams and many more... catch them live at The Voodoo Rooms on 12th October!
READ MOREThorbjørn Risager & The Black Tornado are one of Denmark’s premier roots-rockers and they play The Pleasance Edinburgh on Saturday 12th October!
READ MOREJoin Wait and Bleed for a night of Nu Metal anthems at La Belle Angele on Saturday 12th October!
READ MORESmyths Toys Edinburgh is hosting the official XSHOT TOUR this October giving families and friends the chance to test out the product range and make memories with XSHOT!
READ MOREBen Howard returns to the Usher Hall to celebrate ten years of his critically acclaimed UK number one, second album, “I Forget Where We Were”.
READ MOREBorough Council, a post-punk band from Hastings, play Leith Depot on Sunday 13th October.
READ MOREClothesCycle is the UK's largest thrift market and we are coming to Edinburgh for the second time...on Sunday 13th October!
READ MOREFiona Ross, the multi-award-winning jazz artist, is coming to Scotland this October to perform an exclusive live acoustic set. Catch her at Whighams Edinburgh on 13th October!
READ MOREThis October, award-winning outdoor charity The Green Team, will be exploring Redford Woods in Edinburgh and we’d love you to join us (if you're 8-12 years old)!
READ MOREJoin Mud & Marsh Jewellery Design for this two and a half hour Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop for beginners at The Crannie!
READ MOREAmerican guitarist and singer songwriter Samantha Fish returns to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Sunday 13th October, playing all the songs that her fans love to hear!
READ MORESouth African comedian and actor Schalk Bezuidenhout returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy with his now show 'Keeping Up' on 13th October!
READ MOREEveryone's favourite children's theatre company The McDougalls comes to Church Hill Theatre with a spook-tacular new stage show for all the family!
READ MOREThe Postcards will be playing a special show to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the classic debut album by Lloyd Cole & The Commotions at The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 13th October!
READ MOREJoin OnOne Salsa for this 5 week Monday Salsa Dance Classes for Beginners starting on 14th October at The Mash House!
READ MORENeil Hamburger, the comic creation of U.S. actor/writer Gregg Turkington, returns for a UK tour with a date at Monkey Barrel comedy on Monday 14th October!
READ MOREJoin Tania and her Parisian garden friends as they embark on this charming bilingual quest to find the perfect food for Lapin! For ages 3-7.
READ MOREIn partnership with the Royal Observatory Edinburgh, join us for the launch of astrophysicist and broadcaster Chris Lintott's new book 'Our Accidental Universe' on 14th October!
READ MOREExercise your child's mind this October Half Term at Miniversity Creative Learning Club, suitable for children age 5-12 years!
READ MORESt Giles' Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series and Concert 12 is on Monday 14th October featuring Pianist Yuki Negishi!
READ MOREFiona Ross, the multi-award-winning jazz artist, is coming to Scotland this October to perform an exclusive live acoustic set. Catch her at Leith Depot on 14th October!
READ MORECome along to IKEA Edinburgh on 14th or 16th October and create your own tasty Halloween Haunted House!
READ MOREEnrol Your Children in a magical October Camp at the Edinburgh Steiner School, tailored for children ages 7-10!
READ MOREConducted and arranged by Oldfield's long-term collaborator Robin Smith, this show will see the iconic Tubular Bells performed in full, as well as other works by Mike Oldfield!
READ MORELet your child discover adventure this October at The Wild Outdoors camps nestled in the breathtaking grounds of St. Georges School!
READ MORELooking for an action-packed week of fun and creativity this October half-term from a trusted provider? Then join Edinburgh Leisure's Multi-Sports Holiday Club at Meadowbank Sports Centre!
READ MOREWhere better to explore this year’s Big Draw than the amazing grounds of Lauriston Castle?
READ MOREA night of stand-up comedy (in Portuguese), with one of the best Brazilian comedians who will take to the stage to star in the show 'Na Gringa!' at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 14th October!
READ MOREExperience adult cinema like never before... artful, ethical, and designed to spark conversation.
READ MOREFollowing the success of our half day holiday programmes during the spring and summer at Edinburgh Zoo we are delighted to announce our Autumn Explorer programme!
READ MOREAward-winning West End sensation Carrie Hope Fletcher is heading out on a brand-new UK tour in 2024, don't miss her live at the Festival Theatre on Tuesday 15th October!
READ MOREMake an appointment to meet the Lyon & Turnbull's Asian Art team to find out if you have a future auction highlight in your collection!
READ MOREFor one night only, you are invited to try the region’s finest wines at the Rioja Wine Fair held in The Balmoral on Tuesday 15th October!
READ MOREAs part of Black History Month, the panellists will engage with Black presence and Black Studies in relation to education in different contexts around the world.
READ MOREFollowing the sell-out 2022 tour of Next Slide Please, Sandi Toksvig - comedian, broadcaster, writer and campaigner - returns to theatres with an evening to celebrate the publication of her new novel.
READ MORESixties Gold returns to The Queen's Hall featuring the Tremeloes, Marmalade, Steve Ellis, Spencer James of The Searchers, Gerry's Pacemakers and Mamas and Papas.
READ MOREThe Book of Mormon, Broadway’s smash-hit musical written by Trey Parker, Matt Stone and Robert Lopez, is coming to Edinburgh Playhouse from Tuesday 15th October to Saturday 2nd November!
READ MOREJoin Max and Auntie Aggie for their Halloween Party, filled with tricks and treats, guaranteed to have you screaming with laughter!
READ MOREDon't miss this new version of a classic story told like never before, bursting with sea shanties, treasures, and a sumptuous amount of adventure!
READ MOREBring you little ones along to a weekly dance class at Dance Base in the Grassmarket, suitable for preschoolers (age 18 months +).
READ MOREEd Peppitt talks about his 3,500-mile cycle ride to explore the onshore and offshore lighthouses of England and Wales as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People programme.
READ MOREThe Eventi is holding this Edinburgh Lesbian Speed Dating night on Wednesday 16th October at our Stunning venue Cabo!
READ MORELemonheads mastermind, Evan Dando hits the road on a solo UK tour, don't miss him live at La Belle Angele on Wednesday 16th October!
READ MOREDiscover real objects and stories from the Second World War in Scotland with our half term family activities at National Museum of Flight Scotland!
READ MORESpinner rings, also known as worry rings are great for the fidgets amongst us. Join Ali Bali Jewellery to make a sterling silver spinner ring with two spinners in this workshop!
READ MOREThe Ocean Film Festival returns to the Festival Theatre with a brand new selection of the world’s most incredible ocean films!
READ MOREThe Pretenders are excited to announce a headline theatre tour across the UK with a date at the Usher Hall on the 16th October!
READ MOREDutch band Real Farmer are known for their energetic blend of DIY punk, angular art-rock, and gritty authenticity. Catch them at Sneaky Pete's on 16th October!
READ MOREJoin storyteller Daiva Ivanauskaitė-Brown for a magical tale about courage and dreams at the Scottish Storytelling Centre!
READ MORECatch The Bathers performing their latest album plus a selection of songs from their back catalogue as well as some classic Friends Again tracks at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 16th October!
READ MOREThe legendary sound, spirit and attitude of the mighty AC/DC is alive and kicking... and set to be unleashed at the O2 Academy Edinburgh on 17th October!
READ MOREStudio Wayne McGregor will deliver a creative residency culminating in a performance centred on McGregor’s AI.Soma at Edinburgh Futures Institute on 17th October.
READ MOREJoin us at Mara for our first-ever Autumn Harvest Wine & Food Pairing Night on Thursday 17th October!
READ MOREGerman choir Figuralchor Köln is touring Scotland this year with a date at the Jesuit Church of the Sacred Heart Edinburgh on Thursday 17th October.
READ MORECome What May, the ultimate tribute to Moulin Rouge & other hit movie musicals, comes to the Usher Hall on Thursday 17th October!
READ MORESinger and multi-instrumentalist John Francis Flynn returns to The Caves Edinburgh on Thursday 17th October as part of a UK Autumn tour!
READ MOREJoin Stuart Murdoch for an evening of reading, songs and a live Q&A at Summerhall, in celebration of his debut novel, Nobody's Empire.
READ MOREThe Queer East Festival 2024 nationwide tour is heading to the Cameo Picturehouse in Edinburgh from 17th - 21st October.
READ MORESéance is back at Wonder & Co. Step into the eerie past of Edinburgh as we recreate a Victorian-style séance using age-old techniques!
READ MORESam the Skull is a hilarious folk song by Harry Hagan, about a gallus Glasgow cat. Join storyteller Alastair McIver as he relates Sam’s continuing adventures!
READ MORESean Collins, a stalwart of the standup scene with three decades of uproarious experience, bring his new show 'Still Smokin' Funny' to The Stand Edinburgh!
READ MOREThree piece indie soul group Skinny Living will headline La Belle Angele on Thursday 17th October!
READ MOREBlues-Rock’s Resilient Icon Walter Trout plays The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 17th October with special guest Laura Evans!
READ MORECome along and join AR26 Charity for their free Football October Camp for local kids aged 6 - 9 years at Wester Hailes High School on 18th October!
READ MOREDon't miss Blackmores Blood at Reconnect Regal Theatre on 18th October! This is the closest and the finest tribute to Ritchie Blackmore anyone is likely to see.
READ MOREExperience the ultimate Celine Dion tribute Concert as it tours across the UK when Celine - My Heart Will Go On comes to Howden Park Centre on Friday 18th October!
READ MOREJoin HelloArt at Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 18th October and immerse yourself in vibrant Asian culture with an incredible performance and 20 unique stalls!
READ MORECork’s own Chris Kent returns with a brand new (WIP) show ‘Offline’ at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 18th October.
READ MORESolo again, Clinton Baptiste, Britain's most celebrated clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights, comes to Edinburgh with his brand new hilarious one-man stand-up show!
READ MOREAfter an absence of 35 years, all four original members of 80s band Fairground Attraction have reunited for a 14-date UK tour which will see them play Edinburgh's Usher Hall in October!
READ MOREJoin us for our Halloween haunted house fundraiser event at Edinburgh's Barnton Bunker - Scotland's largest nuclear bunker!
READ MOREConifox Adventure Park is back with a bang this autumn with their Halloween Fireworks Nights!
READ MOREJoin HelloArt for their first ever Asian-themed market in Edinburgh, held at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall this October.
READ MOREJoin multi award winning stand up star and viral sensation Laura Lexx (Live at the Apollo, Mock The Week, Hypothetical, The Now Show) with her highly anticipated UK tour: Slinky.
READ MOREWe believe in play everyday, join us and create your own Fantasy forest inspired by our new SKOGSDUVA collection at IKEA Edinburgh!
READ MOREOutside The Original is an exciting project from James Finnigan of Hue and Cry and Stiltskin fame, catch them live at Dreadnought Rock, Bathgate on 18th October!
READ MOREAs 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.
READ MOREPerfect Purple Pairings, at Victor Hugo's on 18th October, is an enchanting evening reflecting on, and celebrating the connection you have with someone.
READ MOREInspired by the music of Pink Floyd, this dome spectacular features the 1973 album the Dark Side of the Moon in explosive surround sound.
READ MOREThis October we are drawing back the curtain on some of space’s dark secrets in “What’s Up? The Fright Sky!”
READ MOREJoin us at the legendary La Belle Angele for a night of Post Malone anthems. If you love Posty then this party is for you!
READ MOREAn ode to the richness of Nigerian culture, this dance, music, fashion and visual art creation showcases the depth of ancient Yoruba philosophy mixed with Nigerian youth culture.
READ MOREJoin Palestinian poet and dancer Nada Shawa and Scottish storyteller Janis Mackay as they build a bridge of friendship between Scotland and Palestine.
READ MOREThe Festival’s famous Open Hearth returns to the Netherbow Theatre for a relaxed traditional session of stories and music, hosted by Donald Smith.
READ MOREThe legendary Scottish Sex Pistols return by popular demand to Edinburgh on Friday 18th October for what will be another anarchic sing-a-long at La Belle Angele!
READ MOREThe Seeger Sessions Revival are a 13-piece band reviving the spirit, energy and musical exuberance that was Bruce Springsteen's Seeger Sessions album and live shows!
READ MOREAward-winning Palestinian dance artist Farah Saleh and collaborators present the world-premiere of multigenerational performance, The World We Share.
READ MOREThe European Association for Dance History's annual Conference brings together international research, new reconstructions and critical debate in dance and performing arts history.
READ MOREFrom the ashes of 'In The Crowd' rises 'The All Weller Band', the Quartet who promise to take you on a magic carpet ride from the tube station to the riverbank and beyond!
READ MORECork man Chris Kent returns with his brand new show 'Back At It' to The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh on 19th October!
READ MOREDusherra, the flagship annual event of the Scottish Indian Arts Forum, returns on 19th October at the top of Calton Hill, marking its 30th anniversary!
READ MOREEverlyn Nicodemus opens her first retrospective exhibition, at National Galleries of Scotland: Modern One in Edinburgh.
READ MOREGarrison Keillor Tonight is an evening of stand-up, storytelling, audience song, and poetry. One man, one microphone, coming to The Queens Hall Edinburgh on 19th October!
READ MOREGet ready to embark on an exciting journey back in time as we welcome How to Train your Dinosaur shows at Edinburgh Zoo for one weekend only!
READ MOREBecome an official Little Scare-ling; Join the team at Dobbies Edinburgh for terrifying treats, frightful fun and petrifying planting this Halloween!
READ MOREBecome an official Little Scare-ling; Join the team at Dobbies Livingston for terrifying treats, frightful fun and petrifying planting this Halloween!
READ MOREGet ready for the best Oktoberfest experience at The Chanter on Saturday 19th October!
READ MOREPress Play’, an interactive exhibition, takes a light-hearted look at the cassette player, with a nostalgic nod to everything that comes with it.
READ MOREPriya Hall returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy with a work in progress hour on Saturday 19th October!
READ MORELooking for some autumn fun? This year Dobbies Edinburgh have created a wonderful day out for pumpkin pickers of all ages!
READ MORELooking for some autumn fun? This year Dobbies Edinburgh have created a wonderful day out for pumpkin pickers of all breeds!
READ MOREFinn Anderson, one of Scotland's most enchanting storytellers and composers, joins us at St Cecilia's Hall on Saturday 19th October!
READ MOREDon't miss Razorlight when they bring their 'Citizens of Planet Nowhere' tour to The Mash House on Saturday 19th October!
READ MOREAimed at beginners, this intimate workshop at Dovecot Studios is an introduction to the art of electric gun tufting.
READ MOREJoin auld Auntie Bee and her long-suffering niece Bonnie McRee on a mad-cap tour of Auld Reekie, past and present, real and imagined, without leaving the Storytelling Court.
READ MOREStoryteller Ailie Finlay and artist Kate Leiper invite you to a special sensory story version of the old tale with games, actions and some simple sensory crafts.
READ MOREEnjoy an evening of tales by storytellers Sef Townsend and Inés Álvarez Villa, enriched by the music of flamenco guitarist Danielo Olivera and Moroccan musician Omar Afif.
READ MOREWhose tears soak the cloth on our backs? This is the story of a global textile industry and two nations bound by more than meets the eye.
READ MOREJoin IKEA Edinburgh in-store as you bring to life the magic of our Scandinavian Forest!
READ MOREWalk with Me, a collection of new paintings clearly inspired by water, by artist Paula Dunn is showing at Birch Tree Gallery from 19th October!
READ MOREJoin Polymorphics on 19th October for a delightful crafting experience and learn the techniques to craft your very own terrazzo masterpiece!
READ MOREThe Elton John Show is the UK's most exciting Elton John tribute show to hit the stage and it returns to the Howden Park Centre on Saturday 19th October!
READ MOREJoin Yoga Ganesh on 19th October for the first session of a brand new holistic series called Threads of the Universe!
READ MOREJoin us at St Cecilia’s Hall on Sunday 20th October to celebrate the quatercentenary of Esther Inglis’ death with a concert inspired by her life and work!
READ MOREFollowing Matthews's 5-star sold-out 2023 run, the critically decorated comic returns with a show exploring the transformative nature of context.
READ MOREDon't miss an evening with Robert Lindsay at the Assembly Rooms, as he shares an intimate look into the experiences and stories behind some of his most iconic roles!
READ MORECome along to a free choral and small ensemble concert from Bedford Modern School at Canongate Kirk on Sunday 20th October!
READ MOREJoin Bruno Groening Circle of Friends for a special screening of the documentary film 'The Phenomenon of Healing' at The Open Door Community Centre on 20th October.
READ MOREEd Gamble has minced a load of meat (thoughts), piped it into a casing (show) and it's coming to a bun (venue) near you! Catch him at the Festival Theatre Edinburgh on Sunday 20th October!
READ MORELive on stage with special guests, Dame Harriet Walter, one of Britain's most esteemed Shakespearean actors, will perform pieces from her new book, She Speaks!
READ MOREEnjoy a moderate hill walk over the Pentland Hills on Sunday 20th October with frequent stops for navigation legs!
READ MOREThis event is a kaleidoscope of story, myth, magic and an adult ADHD diagnosis, explored through a playful and provocative tale of a woman untangling a lifetime of stories.
READ MORECombining the mythical with the modern, Emery Hunter and Bobby Bradley explore how we navigate each other’s identities in moments of vulnerability.
READ MOREUnearth the twisted tales of Greyfriars Kirkyard and uncover Scotland's sinister past on this unique, 90 minute walking tour of Edinburgh’s atmospheric Old Town.
READ MOREFollowing the huge success of their 60th anniversary tour in 2023, The Manfreds will be returning to The Queen's Hall on Sunday 20th October!
READ MOREThe legendary romance fantasy film Twilight is coming to the Usher Hall as part of a UK tour, just ahead of Halloween, accompanied by a live band and surrounded with candles!
READ MOREAfro Celt Sound System bring their ground-breaking fusion of African, Gaelic and Bhangra influenced sounds to Summerhall on 21st October!
READ MORESpend two evenings with The Edinburgh Sewcial Club on 21st & 28th October and learn how to use a sewing machine and make a cushion cover with your new sewing skills!
READ MOREJoin Play Midlothian for some family Pumpkin Craft fun at IKEA on Monday 21st October! Workshops are running throughout the day and suitable for all ages and abilities!
READ MOREDynamic alt-pop quartet King No-One will play Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Monday 21st October!
READ MORECome along to this community support event on 21st October and learn more about bowel cancer from expert-led information and support sessions, so you feel better supported to cope with the disease!
READ MOREPunk Rock Factory head back out on the road in 2024 with a date at The Liquid Room on 21st October!
READ MOREJoin Russell Watson for this rare opportunity to hear the much loved classical singer's remarkable story of triumph and tragedy!
READ MOREEnjoy the fresh voices of new and emerging tellers, featuring storytellers Mary Baxter, Selina Graham, Emma Milton and David Pullar and hosted by Janis Mackay.
READ MOREScottish storyteller James MacDonald Reid and Scottish-Korean musician Ryan Williams present a classic Gaelic folk tale, blending tradition with innovation.
READ MOREThe star of BBC’s The Mind of Herbert Clunkerdunk and of BBC's Mister Winner comes to you on tour with his irresistibly madcap show.
READ MOREThis is the first conversation in the series 'The Future of Education' and will focus on education through the crises of war, emergency, unrest and exclusion.
READ MORESouth African-New Zealander Comedian, Urzila Carlson returns to tour the UK with her new show 'Just Jokes' and brings it to The Stand Edinburgh on 21st October!
READ MOREEnjoy a free choral and small ensemble concert from Bedford Modern School at St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral on Tuesday 22nd October!
READ MOREJoin West Lothian Community Race Forum at West Lothian College for an engaging and insightful lecture celebrating Black History Month on Tuesday 22nd October!
READ MORESpend an entertaining evening with the stars of Channel 4 hit Escape to the Chateau, Dick and Angel Strawbridge, and experience the Chateau like never before!
READ MOREBased on a true story, Enough of Him explores the life of Joseph Knight, an African man enslaved by plantation owner Sir John Wedderburn and brought to Scotland to serve in his Perthshire mansion.
READ MORELooking 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!
READ MOREMissing the feeling of community? Then come along to Krispy Kreme, Hermiston Gait on Tuesday 22nd October for a brew and a chat!
READ MOREThis intermediate class is aimed at folks who've attended a beginner's sewing class (or already familiar with sewing up and threading a sewing machine) and would like to progress their skills.
READ MOREAgatha Christie's classic Murder on the Orient Express gets a thrilling new stage adaptation. Can Poirot solve the mystery before the final stop? Find out when the show comes to Edinburgh in October!
READ MOREScottish singer-songwriter Nathan Evans headlines La Belle Angele, with the backing of the Saint PHNX band on Tuesday 22nd October!
READ MORERuth Kirkpatrick shares a prime selection of tales that have appealed to her Scottish storytelling heart, with musical accompaniment from accordion and whistle player Leo McCann.
READ MOREAs the darkness closes in and minds glow with pictures in the symbolic fire, Open Hearth, featuring Shona Cowie, Martin MacIntyre and Fin Moore, is the perfect way to end your day!
READ MOREJoin that conversations movement on 22nd October at August_21 Coffee House and deepen your connection with a friend, family member or partner!
READ MOREThe Truth About Ageing is a play exploring how we can reframe ageing and older age from being seen as a problem to be dealt with to an opportunity to thrive.
READ MOREJoseph Coelho OBE, and writer and illustrator Kate Milner will appear at Waterstones West End on 23rd October to chat about their playful and moving tale of self-discovery, The Boy Lost in the Maze.
READ MOREEnjoy 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.
READ MOREJoin Jon Ronson at the Usher Hall for an electrifying journey into the enigmatic world of psychopaths and the perplexing concept of normalcy!
READ MORECatch Los Bitchos, a four-piece dance-rock band from London, when they play Summerhall Edinburgh on Wednesday 23rd October!
READ MOREJoin us in our Edinburgh Gallery for our ever popular 'Meet the Designer' event with Sheila Fleet this October!
READ MOREJoin Professor Alannah Tomkins at the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh to explore the unstable working relationship between nurses and doctors in the time before nursing reform.
READ MOREDon't miss acclaimed songwriter and musician Oisin Leech at Summerhall Drinks Lab on Wednesday 23rd October!
READ MOREÒran Mhòir is a multi-media performance by storyteller Eileen Budd and experimental folk duo Burd Ellen exploring the Gaelic lore of the intertidal zone.
READ MORETales of friendship, mischief, rebellion and truth-seeking come to life as Alice Fernbank shares her dad’s memoirs and adventures beyond the iron curtain.
READ MOREIn this relaxed session, storyteller Nuala Hayes and musician Aoife Granville share stories and music inspired by Irish people and places they know and love.
READ MOREExpect blues, expect roots, expect Americana but, above all, believe in the words of Rob Tognoni: "make no mistake we will always be the S.H.I.T!"
READ MOREThe Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh presents the Pitlochry Festival Theatre production on A Streetcar Named Desire.
READ MOREWaterstones Edinburgh West End is thrilled to be welcoming The Hebridean Baker, aka Coinneach MacLeod, on Thursday 24th October to celebrate the publication of his fourth book, The Scottish Cookbook!
READ MOREYou are warmly invited to a talk at the German Church by one of our members, printmaker Ursula Pretsch, who will share stories and photographs from her travels to the polar North.
READ MOREScottish Comedy Award winner and viral sensation Gary Meikle will bring his No Refunds tour to the Howden Park Centre on Thursday 24th October 2024!
READ MOREVindication Swim dives into the extraordinary life of Mercedes Gleitze, who in 1927 became the first British woman to swim the English Channel. Catch it at Cameo Cinema Picturehouse on 24th October!
READ MOREGet ready for the spookiest night of the year! Our wicked soft-play centre, Clambers at Royal Commonwealth Pool, is opening it's doors for afternoons packed with tricks and treats!
READ MORELes Piques du Rivet is an ensemble of cellists based in Bordeaux. Catch them at Institut français d'Ecosse on 24th October!
READ MORELibertus, an Edinburgh-based charity, will host an interactive event on the 24th of October to officially launch its Positive Futures Services Project at the Canalside, Wester Hailes location.
READ MORECome along to the Institut Français d’Écosse for a series of conferences discussing feminist historiography.
READ MOREPierre Novellie is known for his award-winning comedy/observations. Come and see him live at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 24th October!
READ MORERespected British violinist Anthony Marwood takes the reins as both violin soloist and director in Coleridge-Taylor's sublime Concerto.
READ MOREMeet the incomparable storyteller of the Great Blasket Island and the Dingle peninsula through the work of Éilís NÍ Dhuibhne, folklorist and author, and storyteller Nuala Hayes!
READ MOREThrough powerful and playful storytelling and traditional song, Shona Cowie and Neil Sutcliffe explore the layers of history on which we stand today.
READ MOREKirsty Law unpacks the tales within a myth, and explores them using folk song and oral storytelling.
READ MOREStoryteller Nuala Hayes and musician Aoife Granville celebrate the life of Storyteller, seanchaí and author Peig Sayers, with live animated visuals from artist Rita Duffy.
READ MOREFrom the makers of Battery Park, To Save The Sea is an epic adventure story about standing up for what you believe in, don't miss it at Howden Park Centre in October!
READ MORENordone's Academy Of Performing Arts presents Annie - The Musical at the Church Hill Theatre in October!
READ MOREDon't miss Bruce Juice, a Bruce Springsteen Tribue, at The Liquid Room, Edinburgh on 25th October!
READ MOREGather round the campfire to watch some of Scotland's top improvisers create hilarious scenes based on stories from a special guest monologist.
READ MOREThe October edition of OUR HOUSE is bringing in the big guns with 'Glasgow Sound Gallery's' very own Fabian! (With support from Shaneo).
READ MORECATS in SPACE are a band brimming with majestic songs, boasting soaring vocal harmonies, power chord guitars, thundering drums and bass and huge, symphonic keyboards.
READ MOREClose:Up Edinburgh Docufest, Edinburgh's one and only annual documentary film festival, returns on the 25th & 26th October to the historic Cameo Cinema.
READ MOREEnglish punk rock band Cockney Rejects are returning to La Belle Angele Edinburgh on Friday, October 25th!
READ MOREThe Edinburgh Short Film Festival returns from 25th October bringing some of the world’s best short films to Summerhall and the Institut Français d’Écosse!
READ MOREJoin professional storyteller Fiona Herbert inside Abbey Strand on 25th October to hear tales of Edinburgh’s past, from folk tales to tales of terror!
READ MORESneaky Pete's present a double bill of Freak Heat Waves + Jaakko Eino Kalevi at Cabaret Voltaire on Friday 25th October!
READ MOREGarrett Millerick Needs More Space, sees comedy's 'angriest optimist' return for a hilarious, honest, and mostly historically accurate, exploration of space travel!
READ MOREEnjoy lunch and crafts at Gracemount Mansion on 25th October, then walk with storyteller storyteller Jane Mather to the Balm Well, along the route of the legendary secret tunnel.
READ MOREThis Halloween weekend come and explore some of the darker tales of our history at Edinburgh Castle!
READ MOREGet ready for the spookiest night of the year! Our wicked soft-play centre, Scrambles at EICA Ratho Clambers, is opening it's doors for afternoons packed with tricks and treats!
READ MOREComedy legend, actor, writer and poet Nigel Planer joins Henry Normal, BBC Radio 4's 'poet in reticence'. Expect poetry, stories, jokes, Q & A, fun, knitwear and a few surprises.
READ MOREWith the release of his new album 'Light Verse', American singer-songwriter Sam Beam, better known by his stage name Iron & Wine, comes to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Friday 25th October!
READ MORESaxophonist Laura Macdonald, along with guitarist Kevin Mackenzie, explores original compositions and standards in a close musical conversation in the atmospheric St Peters's, Linlithgow!
READ MOREThe very first Midlothian Ghost Fest is taking place from 25th to 31st October with a series of Ghoulish Events!
READ MORECity Music Promotions presents the stunning programme of music for solo piano including Gerswhin's iconic Rhapsody in Blue in St Giles' Cathedral!
READ MOREGrand and dramatic, Beethoven's Emperor Concerto has been winning the hearts of audiences for over 200 years and the RSNO can't wait to share the experience with you!
READ MOREThe most powerful freedom story of Scottish oral tradition is recreated at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 25th October.
READ MOREJoin David Francis and Hamish Napier as they explore the rich culture of Scotland’s Strathspey region in story and music!
READ MOREDrop in to meet Robert Fell, author of 'Traveller Storytelling in Scotland: Folklore, Ideology and Cultural Identity', an exciting new book about traditional storytelling in Scotland.
READ MOREJoin us for Showtime at The Comedy Attic every Friday and Saturday for the best comedy this glorious city of Edinburgh has to offer!
READ MOREAfter another sold out event So Fetch returns to La Belle Angele on 25th October. Get ready to sing your heart out in a night packed with 2000s Pop!
READ MOREIn 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.
READ MOREBe one of the first to see Stitched: Scotland's Embroidered Art, with a special opening-day tour with Curator Emma Inglis from National Trust for Scotland.
READ MOREBe one of the first to see Stitched: Scotland's Embroidered Art, with a special opening-day tour with Dovecot Director, Celia Joicey.
READ MOREA new name but with some familiar faces hit the stage to kick off the Halloween Weekend at Dreadnought Rock, Bathgate!
READ MORETerminal V returns to the Edinburgh Royal Highland Centre this Halloween with their first ever 2 Nights - 2 Stages concept on 25th & 26th October!
READ MOREThat Feeling When is a sensory dance theatre and live music production, which asks how the seasons can be a guide to what feels good in the cycle of teen-hood.
READ MOREJoin us in IKEA Edinburgh's customer restaurant to explore the fascinating world of digital communication and online interactions on Friday 25th October!
READ MOREGerry Jablonski and the Electric Band have a unique trademark sound and style and you can hear them when they return to The Voodoo Rooms on 25th October!
READ MOREGet ready for a spooktacular night of dancing, music, and fun at the Waverley 'Scare' Halloween Ceilidh 2024 in the Assembly Roxy on Friday 25th October!
READ MOREGreat to have those WILD HOGS back at Dreadnought after going down a treat in previous appearances but this is no ordinary night as it kicks off our Halloween weekender.
READ MOREJoin The Eric Liddell Community for an exclusive wine tasting event on Friday 25th October!
READ MOREExplore 7 Charlotte Square by candlelight after hours, just as the original residents and servants would have 230 years ago.
READ MOREBest Selling Author, TV front man and podcaster Ant Middleton has announced a brand new tour for autumn 2024 including a date at the Usher Hall on Saturday 26th October!
READ MOREAs we near Halloween, St Andrew Camerata present an atmospheric evening exploring the darker side of choral music at Old Saint Paul's Episcopal Church on Saturday 26th October!
READ MOREGet into the Halloween spirit this October with our exclusive morning of fun at the Edinburgh zoo!
READ MOREEnjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral.
READ MOREYou are invited to Grand Cafe Halloween Bridgerton Ball on Saturday 26th October for an evening of decadent dining, glamorous attire, enticing entertainment and scandalous drama!
READ MOREGet your tickets now to discover the music of Halloween at The Merchants Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.
READ MOREWhether you are a cargo bike pro or have never tried one, come and join us at our launch event for our free cargo bike library at the Bruntsfield Links on Saturday 26th October!
READ MOREOver the weekend before Halloween, stop by our stretch tent by the car park to carve our animals a spooktacular gift!
READ MOREDiscover the stories within the photographs, marvel at historic photographs and visit some famous faces in this eclectic celebration of the nation’s photography collection.
READ MOREClub Culture, Edinburgh's exclusive over 25's daytime event, is back for Volume 4 at La Belle Angele on Saturday 26th October!
READ MOREHaving toured extensively with The Counterfeit Sixties show they now bring you their unique Seventies show from a decade of glam rock through to new wave music, and everything in between!
READ MOREDon't miss DARKHER, aka Jayn Maiven, plus special guest Maud The Moth at Summerhall on Saturday 26th October!
READ MOREDogs + Noir is an exhibition by artist and printmaker A J Kinroy showing at Detour Espresso in Edinburgh from 26th October.
READ MOREJoin the Edinburgh Chinese Community School on Saturday 26th October at Edinburgh Central Library's Music on the Mezzanine!
READ MOREJoin Fitsteps for a 3 hour FitSteps Fire & Ice Masterclass and Workshop in Edinburgh on 26th October, with Ian Waite (ex Strictly Professional) and FitSteps master trainer Ian Parker!
READ MOREJoin us at the Lothians #1 nightspot, Dalkeith Miners Club, for our ultimate annual Halloween club party with featured spooky decoration across the club.
READ MOREGet into the spirit of the season and join Polymorphics for a fun workshop where you'll learn to create a spooky Halloween ghost tray with eco-resin!
READ MOREThe Halloween Party returns to Dreadnought Rock Bathgate on Saturday 26th October 2024!
READ MORECome and visit Newhailes House and Gardens Haunted Woodland this Halloween and get spooked on our eerie trail!
READ MOREJoin Makiko and learn to fold an Origami Pumpkin and celebrate the harvest season at Little Plaza on 26th October!
READ MOREMorningside Gallery, an independent Edinburgh art gallery, has announced a new solo exhibition of work from highly collectable Edinburgh-born artist Jack Morrocco, showing from 26th October.
READ MOREJohn Hastings, God’s fav comedian, returns to his ancestral home The Monkey Barrel in October to do what he does best, a bunch of jokes in order. One at a time.
READ MOREDon't miss alternative Folk mainstay Junior Brother when he plays The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 26th October!
READ MORECo-star of the brilliantly funny podcast Sloss and Humphries on the Road, Kai Humphries brings his new show 'Gallivanting' to the Howden Park Centre on 26th October!
READ MOREJoin Edinburgh Printmakers on Saturday 26th October for an afternoon celebrating the life and work of Katy Dove.
READ MOREKnown the world over for his army of hits don't miss Leo Sayer live at Edinburgh's Queen's Hall on Saturday 26th October!
READ MOREEnjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles' Cathedral.
READ MORELooking for a fun activity with your children? The come along to Little Plaza for this Halloween origami session with Makiko on 26th October and learn how to make spooky decorations!
READ MOREHalloween Pumpkin Paint & Sip is BDY Edinburgh's first event of many! Join them for a night of fun, pumpkin painting and enjoying some wine on 26th October at the Islander Cafe!
READ MOREDare to enter a night of spine-chilling Reggaeton mayhem and dance floor frights that will haunt you forever!
READ MOREJoin in the mystery and magic of Thomas the Rhymer’s story with singing and playing, but who can spot the magic treasures?
READ MOREThe year is 1857 and strapped to a cannon, a young Indian rebel finds themselves answering to a British officer for the crimes of Kanpur. Are they a hero or a villain?
READ MOREExplore the tales of Old Edinburgh with the street caddies Ron and Fergus on this family-friendly walking tour with the ever-entertaining Macastory!
READ MORESlaver Nation: This event opens up archive material to reveal first-hand experiences and attitudes that bring home a vital part of Scotland’s national story.
READ MOREJourney through the folk lands of India with music, rhythm and dance with guest storyteller Jeeva Raghunath!
READ MORETake a deep dive into the modern world of spirits and live music with the Scottish National Whisky Festival at The Biscuit Factory on 26th October!
READ MOREJoin us at Brewhemia Edinburgh on Saturday 26th October for a spine-tingling Halloween Drag Brunch!
READ MOREWomen's shanty group She Shanties and Edinburgh's folk and roots community choir Castle Chorus share their favourite songs of the sea at this concert on 26th October at Leith Arches!
READ MOREDirect from London’s West End – enjoy a thrilling and intriguing night of psychic mediumship from Stuart Michael!
READ MOREThe Icicle Works bring an evening of acoustic music to The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 26th October!
READ MORECome along to Newington Library in Edinburgh this Saturday October 26th at 11am for this special free event with Author Annabel Allen!
READ MOREFollowing sell-out shows nationwide, the UK’s top true crime theatre tour is back with a brand-new lineup and brings it to the Assembly Rooms in October!
READ MOREEnjoy a celebration of the songs of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons at the Reconnect Regal Theatre on 26th October!
READ MOREJoin author Annabel Allen in Newington Library in Edinburgh this Saturday 26th October for this special Book Launch & Reading!
READ MORECome and hear the Edinburgh Singers, one of Edinburgh’s most dynamic choirs, as they perform a varied programme of music celebrating historical themes in contemporary musical settings!
READ MOREJoin us on Saturday 26th October at the Santosa Wellness Centre for a lovely weekend treat that cannot be missed!
READ MOREJoin us for a delightful autumn stroll through the scenic Hopetoun Grounds on Sunday 27th October, where you’ll discover the incredible variety of fungi that flourish here.
READ MOREThis Halloween come and enjoy some spooky activities in our historic castle. This will be a fun filled event with something for all the family.
READ MOREJoin TAIGA Design Co for a unique blend of relaxation, creativity, and scenic beauty as you set sail on a creative journey aboard our candle painting boat trip experience!
READ MOREJoin Mud & Marsh Jewellery Design for this spooky two hour Halloween Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop at The Crannie on 27th October!
READ MORECatch Bristol-based psychfolk trio Hands of the Heron at the Waverley Bar on Sunday 27th October with support from Anna Anise!
READ MOREJoin Mystery Ensemble for one of their most beloved programmes: soundtracks of the renowned film ’Interstellar,’ directed by Christopher Nolan!
READ MORELearn how to make a medium weight sterling silver bangle in this workshop run by Ali Bali Jewellery!
READ MORECo-star of the brilliantly funny podcast Sloss and Humphries on the Road, Kai Humphries brings his new show 'Gallivanting' to the The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh on 27th October!
READ MOREJoin us for a spooktacular morning of fun at the annual Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh Lil’ Monsters Breakfast on Sunday, October 27th!
READ MORECalling all little ghouls and goblins! It’s time for our Little Devils Halloween Party at The Three Sisters Bar!
READ MOREWith beautiful settings, costumes, lighting and of course candles the European baroque ensemble and world class opera singers transport you back to the sumptuous past.
READ MOREAward-winning comedian Milo Edwards comes to Monkey Barrel Comedy with his hit new show 'Sentimental' on Sunday 27th October!
READ MOREDon't miss Naomi Bedford, Paul Simmonds and the Ramshackle Band when they play Leith Depot on Sunday 27th October!
READ MORESpend a relaxing afternoon crafting, meeting like-minded folks and learning how to needle felt at the Edinburgh Sewcial Club on Sunday 27th October!
READ MOREThis concert is a tribute by Dumfries-based chamber choir The Balliol Singers under their director, acclaimed pianist Katharine Durran, to the late Edinburgh composer Tom Cunningham.
READ MOREJoin us at The Three Sisters for a Halloween karaoke night like no other — where the tunes are scary good, the vibes are chilling, and costumes are highly encouraged!
READ MOREJoin the Portobello Chamber Music Group for a relaxing Sunday afternoon of classical music, just bring an instrument and a music stand!
READ MORERodrigo Marques performs for the first time in Edinburgh Comedian takes to the stage at MONKEY BARREL COMEDY with the show “O Entusiasta”
READ MOREYou can expect lots of spooktacular treats from the RSNO and the Youth Chorus with this spine-tingling concert for the whole family at the Usher Hall!
READ MOREJoin storytellers Allison Galbraith, David Hughes and Alette Willis to explore the Royal Botanic Gardens, unearthing stories along the way, for an afternoon of fun and magic!
READ MOREJoin a range of amazing storytellers for an afternoon of fun and magic for all ages at the Royal Botanic Gardens as part of Scottish International Storytelling Festival on 27th October!
READ MOREJoin Hebridean storyteller and writer Ian Stephen as he presents his new book at Scottish Storytelling Centre on 27th October!
READ MOREJoin Marion Kenny, Jeeva Raghunath and Daniel Serridge for a relaxed evening of stories and music in the Netherbow Theatre.
READ MOREThe Unexpected Journey is a profoundly beautiful and moving film which tells the stories of three teenage boys, who after falling ill, discover they have cancer.
READ MOREJoin us at Copper Blossom on the 27th of October from 12pm for the ultimate singalong brunch experience!
READ MOREImmerse yourself in the beauty of Hopetoun Grounds this autumn with a guided walk that explores the fascinating ecology and folklore of this historic landscape’s trees.
READ MORETyson Yoshi, the celebrated Hong Kong artist, returns to the UK for his 2024 “LIVE IN UK” tour this October with a date at the Assembly Rooms on 27th October!
READ MOREAre you a budding young singer, aged 13-18, with a passion for classical voice? Then join us at St Marys Music School for our Vocal Taster Day on Sunday 27th October!
READ MOREJoin Nature for Wellness for a truly magical Samhain event, a time to honour the turning of the Wheel of the Year, reconnect with the earth, and tap into the strength within ourselves!
READ MOREThis 8-Week Mindfulness Based Living Course aims to help participants develop a mindfulness practice that can be applied in both personal and professional life.
READ MOREA concert in aid of Ukranian music students is planned for The Queen's Hall in October with outstanding Ukranian pianist Anna Fedorova and the Aurora Ensemble.
READ MOREThe 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.
READ MOREJoin us for an evening of wedding inspiration at the magnificent Dovecot Studios in Edinburgh on Monday 28th October!
READ MOREGet cozy with your mates, grab some popcorn, and prepare for a spine-tingling night of classic and cult horror films at The Three Sisters!
READ MOREGet ready for the spookiest night of the year! Our wicked soft-play centre, Tumbles at Portobello, is opening it's doors for afternoons packed with tricks and treats!
READ MOREMidnight Lunar Market Presents: Samhain / Halloween Double Edition held at The Voodoo Rooms from 5pm - midnight on both the 28th and 29th of October!
READ MOREThe Midnight Lunar Market invites you to their Samhain Séance, held in the candle lit spookeasy at The Voodoo Rooms on 28th October!
READ MOREScottish musician Mairi Campbell and Scottish-Indian storyteller Gauri Raje tell the stories of three women in the Mahabharata, the world’s longest epic about a fratricidal war in India.
READ MORESeeds of Hope is a concert of live music, poetry, prose and imagery chronicling the lives of refugees who have settled and flourished in Scotland.
READ MOREShare a life well lived and honour your own elders at the Tree of Memory, weaved and created by Katie Warner. Supported by the Scottish Storytelling Forum. All welcome!
READ MOREHave you been thinking about Adopting or Fostering? Then join St Andrew’s Children’s Society in Leith for this information event on Tuesday 29th October!
READ MOREThe Edinburgh Gang Show returns to the Festival Theatre in November 2024 for another brilliant week of making memories and bringing joy to Edinburgh!
READ MOREJoin Eleanor Morton at Monkey Barrel Comedy for a one-off Halloween performance of her hit Fringe show Haunted House!
READ MOREThe Alan Bruford Lecture will be given by Professor Ronald Black on Oral Narrative and Propaganda.
READ MOREIn this storytelling show, featuring popular music from four decades of Berlin's history, artists and storytellers share their experiences since reunification and the fall of Wall.
READ MOREOn Tuesday 29th October join Midnight Lunar Market for a haunting clothing swap and re-vamp at The Voodoo Rooms!
READ MOREThe second in the series 'The Future of Education' brings together a group of high-profile academics, activists and creatives to debate what kind of alternative education futures are desirable.
READ MOREUnravel the enigma of narcissism: from psychology to society with Dr Ava Green at the Assembly Roxy on Tuesday 29th October!
READ MORESituated in the capital’s iconic Assembly Rooms location, Rio Brazilian Steakhouse Edinburgh announces its brand-new VIP Wine Masterclass, launching on Tuesday 29 October.
READ MOREThis 8-Week course will be facilitated by Gary Young from The Mindful Enterprise and is based on the work of international mindfulness teacher Rob Nairn.
READ MORESpend 6 consecutive Wednesday evenings in the sewing studio with an expert tutor and make any garment of your choosing!
READ MOREBrit pop legend Gaz Coombes has announced a string of Scottish dates which includes a night at La Belle Angele on Wednesday 30th October!
READ MOREJoin us in store at IKEA Edinburgh for a spooktacular Halloween bash! Get ready for a night of frightening fun and eerie entertainment.
READ MOREJoin Larry Dean as he brings his hilarious new show Dodger, about identity, heroes and the benefits of being a dafty, to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 30th October!
READ MORERespected by ancient cultures yet cast as archetypal villain in European fairy tales, wolves were hunted to extinction in Scotland and beyond.
READ MOREThis coming-of-age story is conveyed through spoken word, music and movement in the spirit of the Griot storytelling traditions from West Africa.
READ MOREJoin us for this hybrid performance at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, presented in film and on stage is hosted by Horst Edler.
READ MOREJoin our Cathedral Consort on 30th October for an evening of familiar songs as you've never heard them, in the amazing acoustic and atmosphere of St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral!
READ MOREThe 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.
READ MOREThe Magic Lantern, the moniker of singer-songwriter Jamie Doe, comes to the Traverse to launch his joyous and devastating fifth album ‘To Everything A Season’!
READ MOREAn all-star cast from the West End deliver a musical powerhouse of a show that starts with the explosion of Brit Pop in 1962 through to the era of Flower Power and Free Love of the late sixties!
READ MOREEmbark on a voyage from a grand Spanish galleon on high seas to concert halls, where violin melodies entwine with obsession. Two gothic tales that will haunt your dreams!
READ MORECome and dance to Annasach Ceilidh Band at our Hallowe'en Ceilidh from 8pm at The Counting House on Thursday 31st October! All dances can be called so beginners welcome.
READ MOREThis play is a love letter to Birmingham, exploring Black masculinity through Beyonce lyrics, techno raves and the deeply intimate relationship between a man and his barber.
READ MOREScottish singer-songwriter Cammy Barnes, who rose to prominence when he appeared on Britain's Got Talent, has announced a headline show at La Belle Angele on Thursday 31st October!
READ MOREJoin The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh for a charity movie night in the Symposium Hall on 31st October, where we will be showing The Cabin in the Woods!
READ MOREExperience 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!
READ MOREMagician Dave Reubens attempts to recreate the weird and supernatural using only sleight of hand & illusion. As seen on the BBC.
READ MOREGet ready for a Halloween night like no other when David Potts from Ibiza Weekender takes over the decks at The Three Sisters Bar!
READ MOREJoin us at Holyrood Distillery for an evening of sipping, storytelling, festivities and folklore at our inaugural Distillery After Dark celebration!
READ MOREDr Bonk, Scotland's silliest surgeon, presents the Macarbaret: a madcap hour of spooky drag, burlesque, comedy and medical mayhem!
READ MOREA seductive and unsettling adaptation drawing on Bram Stoker’s gothic classic. Can Jonathan Harker escape Castle Dracula? Or will he fall prey to the temptation of the vampire?
READ MORESilent Screen Scotland returns with 'Fright Night: Silent Movie Screening', a candlelit screening of Nosferatu accompanied by live score in the gothic surroundings of St. Vincent's Chapel.
READ MOREA Multimedia Horror Anthology using film and Audio recordings. The Frighthouse Returns for more Frights with a mix of the surreal and the spooky.
READ MOREA harrowing episode of TRUE! CRIME! NOW! documentary takes a disturbing splash when the subject matter, a froggy religious cult, hop into their own take of the narrative.
READ MOREThis autumn, experience the after-dark magic where disco meets modern-day elegance at Lady Libertine, as the subterranean venue launches its brand-new GREY GOOSE® Lates!
READ MOREThis Halloween come savour some ghoulish gags at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!
READ MORECome see the terrifyingly fabulous grand finale of WIGULA! Edinburgh's newest queer spooktular at The Banshee Labyrinth as part of Edinburgh Horror Festival!
READ MOREPlease come along to our blood splattering Higgs Halloween on Thursday the 31st of October at the Medical School, University of Edinburgh!
READ MOREStep into a world of thrills and chills at our “Horror Classics” Variety Show at Leith Arches on Thursday 31st October!
READ MOREDare to join us for a night of eerie enchantment at Brewhemia’s Howl-O-Ween @ The Moon!
READ MOREThe Leith Theatre Halloween Heritage Tour returns on Thursday 31st October with double the spook!
READ MOREMy Grandmother Taught Me To Knit is an Original horror storytelling on knitting, grief, and perfection. Catch it at The Banshee Labyrinth!
READ MORESongs taken from Kyle Falconer's hit second solo album are reimagined live on stage in this new and urgent musical, capturing the essence of love, parenthood, and the struggles that come with it.
READ MOREThis exhibition by Anna Isola Crolla has captured the essence and power of the Holyrood Boxing Gym with an artist's eye. Catch it at Outline Gallery!
READ MORERed Richardson is one of the most exciting new stand up comedians in the UK. Join him on his first ever UK tour for a hilarious hour of stand up comedy at Monkey Barrel!
READ MOREActor and writer Paul Case takes you on a bloody ride into the darkest depths of Australian history with his nightmarish horror story.
READ MOREEnjoy new sounds from Nordic nations and from closer to home as northern Europe's exciting celebration of contemporary music comes to Scotland!
READ MOREAn original story inspired by the Icelandic sagas, about a young Norwegian woman fleeing Norway in 980 AD and journeying to Iceland to find her freedom.
READ MOREHosted by Ruth Kirkpatrick, join Siannie Moodie, Marjolein Robertson and John Tantalonfor a relaxed evening of stories and music in the Netherbow Theatre!
READ MOREDirect from off-Broadway: SPOOKY & GAY is a queer horror storytelling variety fantasia performed entirely in the dark.
READ MOREActor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night. You decide what the characters do, find and sometimes - yes sometimes - even love!
READ MOREAn ancient secret comes to light, and with it a chance at salvation, but also of fire and death...
READ MOREA staged reading of the legendary Lovecraftian cursed play. Last time this was read aloud the audience rioted & the theatre burned down. Let's tempt fate. Come join us!
READ MOREWelcome to The Ritual, where The Master and his loyal servant Gregor await you. Dare you brave the company of two terrifying vampires in their spooky underground lair?
READ MOREOne Workshop. Two Women. Three Bodies. A dark, psychological tale of the relationship between The Sculptor and Her Muse.
READ MOREThe Tumbling Paddies are rapidly becoming one of Ireland’s most popular entertainment acts. Catch them when they play the O2 Academy Edinburgh on 31st October!
READ MOREJoin Of Make Believe for their weekly adult only craft workshop at Auchenback Resource Centre in Barrhead on Wednesdays!
READ MOREOn Thursday 24th October, Eastwood Art Club welcomes Glasgow artist Johanna Logan who will demonstrate the art of Still Life painting in oils.
READ MOREFollowing an overwhelming response, Sportykids Softplay are excited to host another ASN event, this time during the school October holidays!
READ MOREDon't miss the Ready Steady 60’s Show when it comes to The Byre Theatre St Andrews on Saturday 5th October!
READ MOREDon't miss The Rihanna Tribute show at The Brasshouse on Saturday 26th October, it is the UK's most accurate tribute to Rihanna!
READ MOREFor the opera-lover and opera-newbie alike, there will be something for everyone at A Night at the Opera held in Crail Community Hall on Sunday, 13th October!
READ MOREMassachusetts shoegaze-emo group Fleshwater have announced a headline Scottish show at The Garage on Tuesday 22nd October!
READ MOREMaster Boot Record have announced a headline show at the Cathouse Rock Club on Thursday 24th October!
READ MOREIf you want to learn to cycle with your kids or build confidence cycling together as a family, these sessions from Women On Wheels are perfect for you!
READ MORELegendary Scottish pop band Hue And Cry are set to embark on their 40th Anniversary Tour and they will play The Town House Hamilton on Friday 11th October!
READ MORECome along and watch this year's Clydesdale foals being pampered and prepared for the show and then watch them perform in the ring, for probably the first time in their lives!
READ MORECalling all dabbers, splatterers, painters, sketchers and make and menders! ArtyKiDs Club meets every Sunday morning to share ideas and get creative!
READ MOREThe ever popular Pokemon Swap Shop at Waterstones Braehead is back... come and swap your doublers, treblers or unloved Pokemon cards!
READ MOREJoin Finlaystone for an afternoon of magical and spooktacular family friendly fun and games this Halloween!
READ MOREThe ever popular Pokemon Swap Shop at The Ginger Cat Bookshop is back... come and swap your doublers, treblers or unloved Pokemon cards!
READ MOREWaterstones Stirling is delighted to welcome author J.J Marr to the store to celebrate the publication of her debut novel 'The Cards You're Dealt'.
READ MOREThis swash-buckling, fun-packed show invites you to embark on a global journey from the coasts of Scotland the edge of the world and beyond! Catch it at Macrobert Arts Centre on 12th October!
READ MOREJoin us for a celebration of Nia - Stirling Nia-Fest - a packed programme of Nia classes taking place between 21st September and 5th October at Broomhall Castle Hotel in Menstrie!
READ MOREPrestwick Airport, just 30 miles south west of Glasgow has had a colourful history since aviation activity was first recorded over 110 years ago in 1913, find out more on one of these walking tours!
READ MOREWhether 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!
READ MOREScottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for its 19th year to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!
READ MOREAyrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!
READ MOREYou'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!
READ MOREVisit eight select small craft businesses at the Mini Market and get to know the people behind the products and support small business!
READ MOREOn 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!
READ MORECelebrate Scottish Gin Day 2024 with the award-winning Downpour Gin! Join the aptly named Jin to learn more about North Uist Distillery and have a taste of a few of their delicious expressions.
READ MOREKelburn's 'Haunted Forest' returns with an appetite for fear. By Popular demand, the immersive scare experience is now running even more days throughout October 2024!
READ MORECocktails are for life, not just for summer! Join Fraser in-store at Geraldo's and discover the joys of Angels Dare cocktails this autumn.
READ MOREHave you got what it takes to conquer the Halloween trail at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum?
READ MOREGet ready for a frightfully fun time as Kelburn's Halloween Pumpkin Party returns this October with thrilling activities for all ages!
READ MOREGet ready for a magical adventure at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum's Wizard School, where you'll learn spells, potions, and enchantments!
READ MOREKat Jones talks about circumnavigating the 11 designated Green Belts around Greater Glasgow as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People programme.
READ MOREJoin the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum this October as they welcome a selection of authors in this celebration of Scottish literature!
READ MOREExplore the newest edition to the Braw Liquor Club family - the Espresso Martini with Isle of Bute Coffee at Geraldo's Largs on Saturday 26th October!
READ MOREGet ready for an exclusive, adrenaline-pumping experience where you become a detective and work with others to solve a thrilling murder!
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