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Events in Edinburgh on 31 January 2025

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Events in Edinburgh

Back To The 80s: Over 30s Party

31st January 2025

Join us at La Belle Angele on 31st January for the ultimate 80s extravaganza dedicated to the soundtrack of your youth!

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Bothan an Fhaoillich

31st January 2025

Enjoy a monthly session of Gaelic culture and community in Edinburgh, full of stories, songs, music, dance and good cràic at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 31st January!

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Brass in the Capital

31st January 2025

Join us for an incredible evening of live brass music as Newtongrange Silver Band teams up with The Cooperation Band for a special concert in Edinburgh on 31st January!

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Cab-arette Showtour

1st December 2024 - 30th March 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

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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Candlelight Spring: Coldplay and Ed Sheeran

31st January 2025

Discover the music of Coldplay and Ed Sheeran at St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral, under the gentle glow of candlelight!

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Celebrating 40 Years of Scotland’s Photography Collection

26th October 2024 - 16th March 2025

Discover the stories within the photographs, marvel at historic photographs and visit some famous faces in this eclectic celebration of the nation’s photography collection.

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Clown Extravaganza

17th January 2025 - 17th January 2026

Catch Phil O'Shea and friends perform ridiculous, experimental clown and comedy in the Banshee Labyrinth Cinema Room on Friday 17th January!

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Coburg Kiln

11th January 2025 - 2nd February 2025

Join us at Coburg House for an inspiring ceramics exhibition, where a vibrant array of talent comes together to showcase their artistry!

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Cocktail Craft Masterclass

Selected dates between 24th January 2025 - 27th December 2025

Join Summerhall Distillery for an immersive cocktail masterclass at their historic venue, where the art of mixology meets the science of spirits!

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Cold War Scotland

13th July 2024 - 4th January 2026

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

1st August 2024 - 30th March 2025

See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.

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Crafts, Games, Soup!

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 19th December 2025

Enjoy crafts? Or enjoy a boardgame? Or simply would appreciate being in the company of others in a warm, relaxed space with a bowl of soup? Then this is the space for you!

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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt

1st January 2025 - 31st August 2025

Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.

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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

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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Dürer to Van Dyck: Drawings from Chatsworth House

9th November 2024 - 23rd February 2025

For the first time ever in Scotland, experience one of the finest and most significant collections of drawings and watercolours direct from Chatsworth in Derbyshire.

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Edinburgh Steiner Teacher Development

13th September 2024 - 13th September 2025

Edinburgh Steiner School is offering this Teacher Development course starting on 13th September.

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Escape the Past: The Anatomist

1st December 2024 - 31st December 2025

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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Escape the Past: The Deacon’s Cabinet

12th December 2024 - 31st December 2025

From Escape The Past comes a new escape room 'The Deacon’s Cabinet', a historical heist escape room which challenges you to outsmart the infamous Deacon Brodie!

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Everlyn Nicodemus

19th October 2024 - 25th May 2025

Everlyn Nicodemus opens her first retrospective exhibition, at National Galleries of Scotland: Modern One in Edinburgh.

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Flamenco Dance Class Programme

9th September 2024 - 28th June 2025

Alba Flamenca's Flamenco dance classes with amazing flamenco dance teachers ready to welcome everyone from beginners to advanced!

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Hogmanay Ball

31st December 2024 - 31st January 2025

Ring in the New Year with elegance and excitement at the Norton House Hogmanay Ball.

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Hope/Dòchas: Castle Mills Members’ Show 4

29th November 2024 - 16th March 2025

This exhibition at Edinburgh Printmakers invites you to explore the many forms hope takes, as demonstrated by over 96 artists and 105 works, the biggest display of members work to date.

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Indie Discoteque

31st January 2025

We bet that you look good on the dance floor and we invite you to dance to Indie anthems at La Belle Angele in Edinburgh on 31st January!

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Injecting Hope: The Race for a COVID-19 Vaccine

25th January 2025 - 27th April 2025

Injecting Hope is a new, free exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland that presents the science behind the COVID-19 vaccine.

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Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland

14th September 2024 - 1st June 2025

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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Jonny Walker: A shard in my eye’

8th November 2024 - 2nd February 2025

Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop is excited to present A shard in my eye’, the new public commission by Jonny Walker for the Hawthornvale Space.

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Late Night Comedy Rave

31st January 2025

Adam Flood brings an experimental night of electronic music and live comedy to Monkey Barrel after hyped sellout shows at Edinburgh Fringe!

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Longarm Quilting Workshops

14th November 2024 - 30th June 2025

Experience the joy of longarm quilting with a bespoke workshop with professional quilter Claire Sowton at Cloud Quilting!

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Maps: Memories from the Second World War

9th March 2024 - 26th January 2026

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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Mary Poppins

22nd January 2025 - 15th February 2025

Direct from the West End, the classic multi award-winning musical Mary Poppins comes to the Festival Theatre from 12th January!

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Mindful Movement: 5-week course

11th January 2025 - 8th February 2025

Join Karma Yoga Edinburgh at the new OMH Therapies location in Atholl Place for this 5 week Mindful Movement course starting on Saturday 11th January!

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Monumental Treasure Hunt: West Princes Street Gardens

18th January 2025 - 27th November 2025

Welcome to the Monument-al Treasure Hunt in West Princes Street Gardens Edinburgh, a cultural & historical exploration for children & adults of all ages to enjoy.

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Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Selected dates between 26th October 2024 - 27th June 2025

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles' Cathedral.

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Mozart Piano Sonatas By Candlelight

31st January 2025

Experience the magic of an early evening piano recital at St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh!

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Pop Life

2nd November 2024 - 9th March 2025

Pop Life explores the intersection of popular culture and contemporary figurative drawing, challenging traditional distinctions between high and low art.

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Ptolemy Mann: Woven Colour

9th November 2024 - 15th March 2025

Dovecot Studios is delighted to present artist, Ptolemy Mann, as she returns to Scotland with her new exhibition 'Woven Colour'!

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Reece Kidd: 1 *Irishman

31st January 2025

Catch Reece Kidd, a stand-up comedian from rural Northern Ireland, at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Friday 31st January!

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Salty

30th January 2025 - 1st February 2025

​Salty: Bodies of Water showcases original seacsape art by new artist, Wendy Sara and you can catch the exhibition at Dundas Street Gallery!

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Scottish Dance Classes for Children

11th January 2025 - 14th June 2025

Let your child explore music, rhythm, and movement in a fun and welcoming environment at the RSCDS Edinburgh's Saturday morning Scottish Dance Classes in Greenbank Church Hall!

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Scottish National Jazz Orchestra: Nu-Age Sounds - Planet World

31st January 2025

The SNJO further broadens its horizons with specially commissioned music from eight of Scottish jazz's exciting stars which they will bring to the Usher Hall on 31st January!

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Scrappy Patchwork & Quilted Cushion

31st January 2025

Patchwork & quilting are back in trend in a huge way and a scrappy patchwork & quilted cushion is a fun way to use up those small fabric scraps.

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Shen Yun

31st January 2025 - 1st February 2025

Join us at Edinburgh Playhouse for a night filled with beauty, wisdom, courage, and hope. Witness Heaven's beauty on stage and experience the magic of Shen Yun - live!

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Shining a Light: A History of Nursing Support Workers: Exhibition

20th November 2024 - 29th May 2025

Discover the fascinating history of nursing support work and celebrate the contribution that nursing support workers continue to make today.

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Showtime @ The Comedy Attic

25th October 2024 - 20th December 2025

Join us for Showtime at The Comedy Attic every Friday and Saturday for the best comedy this glorious city of Edinburgh has to offer!

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Six Nations at The Three Sisters

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 15th March 2025

With 4 different spaces and 30+ screens throughout the venue, come and watch the Six Nations in the ULTIMATE FANZONE at The Three Sisters!

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Six Nations Fan Zone At Malones Edinburgh

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 15th March 2025

The Six Nations is almost upon us, so it’s time to get the jersey on, gather yer mates and watch every match live at Malones Edinburgh!

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Small Paintings 2025

18th January 2025 - 1st February 2025

Small Paintings, now in its 11th year, features almost 500 small, original paintings from some of Scotland’s most notable contemporary artists. Catch it at Morningside Gallery from 18th January!

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The 144th Open Annual Exhibition of the RSW

11th January 2025 - 5th February 2025

Some of the top artists in Scotland show their work at the 144th Open Annual Exhibition of the Royal Scottish Society of Painters in Watercolour, in the stunning setting of the RSA Upper Galleries!

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The Big Show

Selected dates between 3rd January 2025 - 27th July 2025

Enjoy a night of top stand-up comedy at The Big Show every weekend at Monkey Barrel Comedy, come see a line-up featuring outstanding local, national, and international comedians!

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The Bug Club

31st January 2025

South Wales' The Bug Club have announced a show at The Voodoo Rooms on Friday 31st January!

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The Comedy Cellar at Canon’s Gait

2nd January 2025 - 27th July 2025

Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," as we have the craic every night, hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter!

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The Craft of Couture: Victor Edelstein designs for Anna Miller

28th November 2024 - 1st June 2025

This small display explores the work of fashion designer Victor Edelstein. A favourite of Princess Diana, Edelstein exemplifies the finest British fashion design of the 1980s.

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The Friday Show

Selected dates between 17th January 2025 - 9th May 2025

Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!

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The Merchant Of Venice

18th January 2025 - 15th February 2025

The Royal Lyceum presents the Theatre for a New Audience production of The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare, featuring John Douglas Thompson as Shylock.

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The Scottish Explorer: A selection of the Finest Local Produce

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 27th December 2025

Indulge in an unforgettable culinary journey that celebrates the essence of Scotland at Summerhall Distillery's Scottish Explorer events!

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Through Line

9th November 2024 - 2nd March 2025

Through Line marks the culmination of a series of four group exhibitions at the City Art Centre, spotlighting contemporary art and craft practice in Scotland.

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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland

30th March 2024 - 30th April 2025

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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TuFlamenco is Back with More Flamenco Magic! Course 2024/25

9th September 2024 - 15th June 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Ignite your passion with TuFlamenco dance classes for adults and children, now returning bigger and better!

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Turner in January: Ireland’s Vaughan Bequest

1st January 2025 - 31st January 2025

National Galleries of Scotland is kicking off the 250th birthday of much-loved artist, Joseph Mallord William Turner (1775-1851), with a once-in-a-lifetime, free exhibition!

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UK/DC

31st January 2025

UK/DC, an authentic tribute to the mighty AC/DC, return to Dreadnought Rock in Bathgate on 31st January with MARK WRIGHT at the helm!

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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 23rd August 2025

Enjoy Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons, and other magnificent works by Candlelight at St Giles' Cathedral, performed by The Piccadilly Sinfonietta!

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Whisky Tasting and Tales

12th November 2024 - 12th November 2025

Taste 4 deliciously different whiskies while taking a journey into the history of whisky in Scotland and its profound importance within Scottish culture.

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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:

GHA Monthly Quiz

GHA Monthly Quiz

31st January 2025

Gather your team and catch up with friends as the biggest monthly quiz in the Southside returns on Friday 31st January!

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Weekly Macmillan Cancer Support & Information Drop-in at Clarkston Library

Weekly Macmillan Cancer Support & Information Drop-in at Clarkston Library

Selected dates between 24th January 2025 - 19th December 2025

Every week at Clarkston Library, 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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East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

13th January 2025 - 20th December 2025

Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!

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Events in Fife

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Snowdrop Festival

Snowdrop Festival

26th January 2025 - 9th March 2025

Cambo Country House and Estate has announced that's its upcoming renowned Snowdrop Festival, now in its 16th year, which will run throughout February and early March 2025.

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An Evening With Rangers Legends

An Evening With Rangers Legends

31st January 2025

Enjoy an evening with Rangers Legends Mark Hateley, Terry Butcher & Ian Durrant and host Graham Roberts at the Alhambra Theatre Dunfermline on Friday 31st January!

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Paula O’Brien Psychic Medium

Paula O’Brien Psychic Medium

31st January 2025

Join Paula O’Brien at the Adam Smith Theatre on Friday 31st January as she celebrates her 11th year of touring!

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Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Kelvingrove Organ Recitals

Kelvingrove Organ Recitals

13th January 2025 - 21st December 2025

Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum holds delightful daily recitals by eminent local organists and visiting players!

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R-CADE Over 18’s Retro Gaming Sessions

R-CADE Over 18’s Retro Gaming Sessions

Selected dates between 19th December 2024 - 31st December 2025

Enjoy three hours of gaming in R-CADE's retro video game arcade with access to their specialised table top party games as part of their Over 18's Retro Gaming Sessions!

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Earthgang

Earthgang

31st January 2025

Atlanta hip-hop duo Earthgang are heading back to the UK in 2025, don't miss them live at SWG3 Glasgow on Friday 31st January!

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Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Bookbug at Summerlee

Bookbug at Summerlee

Selected dates between 10th January 2025 - 19th December 2025

Discover the benefits of sharing stories, songs and rhymes with babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers at Summerlee's weekly Bookbug sessions!

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A Night of Live Music

A Night of Live Music

31st January 2025

Don't miss an evening of live music at Lanark Memorial Hall, presented and performed by students of Brian Reilly, young and old, in support of the newly formed Brian Reilly Foundation!

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Singin’ I’m No A Billy He’s A Tim

Singin’ I’m No A Billy He’s A Tim

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 22nd February 2025

Des Dillon's smash hit comedy, Singing I'm No A Billy He's A Tim, comes to Airdrie Town Hall as part of it's 20th Anniversary tour!

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Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Jimmy White’s Whirlwind Tour

Jimmy White’s Whirlwind Tour

31st January 2025

Don't miss An Evening With 'The Whirlwind' Jimmy White as he takes on his special guest snooker commentator and 1997 world champion Ken Doherty at Paisley Town Hall!

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Snowman Treasure Hunt

Snowman Treasure Hunt

2nd January 2025 - 31st January 2025

Explore the woodland trail and search for the hidden wooden snowmen on RSPB Lochwinnoch's wintry treasure hunt taking place during January!

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Winter Tree Survey with the CCF Tree Wardens

Winter Tree Survey with the CCF Tree Wardens

31st January 2025

Join the Clyde Climate Forest for a slow walk around Durrockstock Park in Paisley, learning how to identify and survey trees along the way.

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Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Stargazing at Mugdock

Stargazing at Mugdock

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 21st March 2025

Learn some fascinating facts about space then search the skies for constellations and planets at Mugdock Country Park.

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Rockin the Trossachs

Rockin the Trossachs

31st January 2025

Join acclaimed Edinburgh band Liz Jones & Broken Windows, and some other cracking local artists, for Rockin the Trossachs on 31st January in the stunning Kinlochard Village Hall!

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The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith

The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith

1st March 2023 - 1st January 2028

This exhibition showcases some of The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum’s remarkable art collection.

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Events in Other Areas

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Sponsored Links

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The Society for Reproduction and Fertility
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Edinburgh Dungeon
ATG

Popular Events

Mary Poppins
Direct from the West End, the classic multi award-winning musical Mary Poppins comes to the Festival Theatre from 12th January!
Boro + Sashiko Basics Workshop
This workshop, run by Leith Makers on Saturday 1st February, will introduce you to Boro Mending and Sashiko Embroidery techniques!
The Stumble
The Stumble have been wowing audiences with the energy and virtuosity of their live performances for the past 20 years and they play The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 27th September!
Nati.
Kirkcaldy singer/songwriter Nati. has a global army of fans and a music career on fast-track, catch her live at Cabaret Voltaire on Saturday 3rd May as part of The Golden Tour!
Disco Days Edinburgh
Scotland's beloved over 30s afternoon clubbing event Disco Days is back at Club Tropicana Edinburgh in 2025!

Popular Listings

Corn Exchange Haddington Edinburgh Playhouse Festival Theatre Edinburgh Howden Park Centre Livingston Kings Theatre Edinburgh National Museum of Scotland O2 Academy Edinburgh The Brunton Theatre, Musselburgh Traverse Theatre Usher Hall