Events in Edinburgh on 17 October 2024
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Events in Edinburgh
A Play, A Pie and A Pint
A popular feature of the Traverse programme, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, Òran Mór returns in October 2024.
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An Irish Impressionist | Lavery on Location
Indulge your wanderlust when you visit this solo exhibition of paintings by the renowned Belfast born artist, Sir John Lavery!
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Art Classes for Adults and Kids
Join Livia for these fun, informal, chilled and small painting classes for adult and kids at Cramond Kirk Hall.
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Cab-arette Showtour
Enjoy a unique comedy musical Showtour in a taxi... be driven around Edinburgh, whilst entertained by Lola and her variety of characters!
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Cold War Scotland
Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict.
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Conservation Hangar Talks
See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
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Craigies Pumpkin Festival
Building 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.
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Craigies Pumpkin Festival ‘After Dark’
Join us at Craigies Farm for a night filled with spine tingling frights and fun - if you're brave enough!
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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Daily Tours at St Giles’ Cathedral
Join a volunteer guide for a 45 min to 1 hour glimpse into the history, heraldry and life of our historic Cathedral and Thistle Chapel!
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Daring & Delicious - Private Walking Tour
Come to wander through the secret alleyways of old Edinburgh - come to listen, come to share your own daring stories. This private tour is unmissable!
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ECHC Game Changers 2024
Welcome 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!
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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs for their Friday Ceilidhs held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
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Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends
Dive into Edinburgh's darker corners on a thrilling 2-hour walk exploring the city's most bone-chilling legends.
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Edinburgh Food Tour
Eat and drink your way through Scotland’s history and culture on a carefully curated wander through the cobbled streets and historic alleys of Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh Steiner Teacher Development
Edinburgh Steiner School is offering this Teacher Development course starting on 13th September.
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Escape the Past: The Anatomist
Descend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.
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Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience
Be 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!
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Flamenco Dance Class Programme
Alba Flamenca's Flamenco dance classes with amazing flamenco dance teachers ready to welcome everyone from beginners to advanced!
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Free Activities: Eerie Encounters
Enter 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.
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Frightful Fun at Dynamic Earth
Turn fear into fascination this October and join Dynamic Earth as the often-misunderstood creatures that call our planet home take centre stage!
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Halloween @ ‘The Anatomist’ Escape Room
With 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.
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Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park
Join us this October for spook-tacular Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park!
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Highlands to Islands
This 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.
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Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland
Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland celebrates this versatile artform, presenting a selection of works from the City Art Centre’s permanent collection of fine art.
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Karine Léger :: Found Shapes
This exhibition, at &Gallery in October, delves into artist Karine Léger's process of creation, where sketches emerge from the "found shapes" of nature.
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Live music at Bar 13
Join us early evening at Bar 13 for live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with Rory & The Island!
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Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Drop-in
Every week at various Libraries, trained Macmillan Volunteers offer a friendly listening ear to anyone affected by cancer, including those with a cancer diagnosis, as well as family and friends.
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Maps: Memories from the Second World War
Through personal stories, photography and memorabilia, this exhibition at the National War Museum charts the creation and use of maps during the Second World War.
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October Holidays On Board
There’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.
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Once Upon a Time: A History of Children and Young People’s Nursing exhibition
This 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.
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Pedal 4 Poverty
Wherever you are and whatever the distance, join EMMS International in their cycling challenge this August, September and October!
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Personal PhotoShoot Experience
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.
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Photography Tuition in Edinburgh’s Old Town
Learn 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.
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Ramsay & Edinburgh Fashion
A collection of Allan Ramsay’s portraits of women from NTS properties are brought together at the Georgian House for the first time.
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Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival
The 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'.
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Tania Kovats: SEAMARKS
Tania 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.
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Terror Walking Tour
Dare you join Auld Reekie Tours on a spine-chilling adventure beneath Edinburgh's streets?
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The Book of Mormon
The 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!
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The Comedy Cellar at Canon’s Gait
Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," as we have the craic every Thursday to Sunday, hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter!
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The Outlander 1 Day Experience
Embark on an epic adventure to the iconic backdrops of the beloved series Outlander on this 1 Day experience!
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Theravāda Buddhism
This thought-provoking exhibition charts the history and influence of the Theravāda Buddhist tradition across the world, including its role in Scotland today.
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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland
The National Library of Scotland's permanent exhibition provides a unique insight into Scotland’s history, culture and people and its place in the world.
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Trick or Treat Trail
Join 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.
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TuFlamenco is Back with More Flamenco Magic! Course 2024/25
Ignite your passion with TuFlamenco dance classes for adults and children, now returning bigger and better!
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!
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The Big Barrhead Scarecrow Festival
All About Barrhead have announced that their Big Barrhead Scarecrow Festival is making a return for 2024 and they're inviting all residents and businesses within the town to take part!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Small Business Market
Small Business Market is a monthly market based within Dunfermline's Kingsgate Shopping Centre featuring over 25 small businesses each month selling handmade crafts and more!
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The Solway Hoard : Exhibition
Journey forward in time to the year 3023 when a hoard of rare and valuable plastic objects has been discovered.
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Veterans Supper Club
The Knights Templar Goodwill Charity of Scotland are hosting suppers for Veterans, Serving Personnel and Reserves every second and fourth Tuesday of the month.
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
New Absolute Beginners Line Dance Classes
Join Lorna's Jazz Boxes for a new Absolute Beginners Line Dance Classes starting in Glasgow Southside on Thursday 23rd May!
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Glasgow Central Station Tours
Glasgow Central Tours offer you the chance to explore behind the scenes of Glasgow's most iconic and busiest landmarks, Central Station!
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Boat Trips Helensburgh
Join Boat Trips Helensburgh for a tour of the Clyde Estuary, round the Sugar Boat Wreck, to the Holy Loch, up the River Clyde, and a variety of other places!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Beat The Street East Kilbride
Beat the Street is a fun, free game that will see the town of East Kilbride transformed into a giant game! See how far you can walk, cycle and run in just six weeks!
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Pumpkin Festival at M&D’s
The annual Pumpkin Festival at M&D’s is a fantastic experience for the whole family featuring Pumpkin picking, Halloween themed games, spooky storytelling and more!
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Hillhouse and Earnock Art Group Exhibition
Hillhouse and Earnock Art Group return to East Kilbride Arts Centre with their annual exhibition featuring work both on display and for sale!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Farmer Fletcher’s Pumpkin Patch
With thousands to choose from, grab your wellies and come along to Farmer Fletcher's Pumpkin Patch to find your perfect pumpkin in the run up to Halloween!
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Galoshans Festival
Inverclyde's annual Galoshans Festival is getting ready to kick off on October 17th, bringing you a whole host of exciting performances and cultural events centred on Halloween traditions!
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Spooky Season at Waterstones Braehead
Join Waterstones Braehead for a ghoulish half-term with a bunch of activities to keep your imagination flowing!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Stirling Jailhouse Horrors
This autumn let our Prison Surgeon, Dr Forrest, thrill you with the Horrible History of Stirling’s terrible Tolbooth – the worst Jail in Britain!
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Stirling Folk Club Events 2024
Check out all the upcoming events at Stirling Folk Club this year!
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Pumpkin Picking at Briarlands Farm
Briarlands Farm's Pumpkin Picking is back from 12th - 27th October, located inside one of our strawberry tunnels.
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BLIGHT - Halloween Scare Trail
Kelburn'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!
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Halloween Trail
Have you got what it takes to conquer the Halloween trail at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum?
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History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour
Prestwick 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!
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