Events in Edinburgh in February 2025
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Events in Edinburgh
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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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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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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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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Flamenco Dance Class Programme
Alba Flamenca's Flamenco dance classes with amazing flamenco dance teachers ready to welcome everyone from beginners to advanced!
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TuFlamenco is Back with More Flamenco Magic! Course 2024/25
Ignite your passion with TuFlamenco dance classes for adults and children, now returning bigger and better!
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Edinburgh Steiner Teacher Development
Edinburgh Steiner School is offering this Teacher Development course starting on 13th September.
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Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland
Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland celebrates this versatile artform, presenting a selection of works from the City Art Centre’s permanent collection of fine art.
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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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Everlyn Nicodemus
Everlyn Nicodemus opens her first retrospective exhibition, at National Galleries of Scotland: Modern One in Edinburgh.
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Rhapsody in Blue by Candlelight
City Music Promotions presents the stunning programme of music for solo piano including Gerswhin's iconic Rhapsody in Blue in St Giles' Cathedral!
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Showtime @ The Comedy Attic
Join us for Showtime at The Comedy Attic every Friday and Saturday for the best comedy this glorious city of Edinburgh has to offer!
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Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral.
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Celebrating 40 Years of Scotland’s Photography Collection
Discover the stories within the photographs, marvel at historic photographs and visit some famous faces in this eclectic celebration of the nation’s photography collection.
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Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles' Cathedral.
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Close-Up Magic at The Joker & Thief
Experience close-up magic with Tim Licata, one of Scotland’s most entertaining sleight-of-hand artists, at your table in the lovely Joker & Thief pub every Thursday!
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New Monthly Veterans Cafe
Connect with others who understand your background and have shared your life experiences at the monthly Veterans Cafe in the Gyle Shopping Centre.
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Ptolemy Mann: Woven Colour
Dovecot Studios is delighted to present artist, Ptolemy Mann, as she returns to Scotland with her new exhibition 'Woven Colour'!
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Through Line
Through Line marks the culmination of a series of four group exhibitions at the City Art Centre, spotlighting contemporary art and craft practice in Scotland.
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Whisky Tasting and Tales
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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Longarm Quilting Workshops
Experience the joy of longarm quilting with a bespoke workshop with professional quilter Claire Sowton at Cloud Quilting!
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Shining a Light: A History of Nursing Support Workers: Exhibition
Discover the fascinating history of nursing support work and celebrate the contribution that nursing support workers continue to make today.
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The Craft of Couture: Victor Edelstein designs for Anna Miller
This small display explores the work of fashion designer Victor Edelstein. A favourite of Princess Diana, Edelstein exemplifies the finest British fashion design of the 1980s.
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Hope/Dòchas: Castle Mills Members’ Show 4
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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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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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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Escape the Past: The Deacon’s Cabinet
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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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kevock Garden
This wonderful hillside garden has magnificent views over the North Esk Valley with a wide diversity of plants and has featured in many magazine articles and gardening programmes.
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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 night, hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter!
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The Big Show
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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Top Banana
Catch the comedy stars of the future and pro comics trying out new material every Wednesday night at Monkey Barrel Comedy's 'Top Banana'!
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Scottish Dance Classes for Children
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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Black History Walking Tour of Edinburgh
Come along on a Black History Walking Tour of Edinburgh and uncover the little-known stories of Edinburgh's diverse African, African American, and Caribbean heritage dating back to the 16th century!
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Arthur’s Secrets
Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Riffs Tuesdays
Come get your weekly dose of RIFFS at Legents Edinburgh every Tuesday!
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Spandex Comedy
Don't miss out on Spandex Comedy! Join us every Tuesday night for a top night of laughs featuring stand up comedians from across the country dropping in to liven up the start of your week!
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The Best of Scottish Comedy
Talk about doing what it says on the tin! Here you go a carload of simply the best comics on the contemporary Scottish circuit.
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The Friday Show
Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!
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Monumental Treasure Hunt: West Princes Street Gardens
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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Teen Acting Class - 12 years to 18 years
Leith Youth Drama teen acting classes return for ages 12 to 18 years on Thursdays at Custom House Leith.
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Cocktail Craft Masterclass
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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Yoga In The Dark
Carve out some me-time in the heart of Edinburgh's new town for an evening of skin ritual facial massage followed by a candle-lit gentle vinyasa yoga and meditation session.
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Injecting Hope: The Race for a COVID-19 Vaccine
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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Let’s Get Crafty - Children’s Activity
Come along to some fun-filled craft sessions guaranteed to keep the kids busy...for a little while at least!
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Crafts, Games, Soup!
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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The Scottish Explorer: A selection of the Finest Local Produce
Indulge in an unforgettable culinary journey that celebrates the essence of Scotland at Summerhall Distillery's Scottish Explorer events!
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childhood, interrupted
The first show of 2025 at The House of Smalls is 'childhood, interrupted' an exhibition of artwork by 70 artists responding to childhood experience, memories and trauma.
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Planetarium Show: Voyager
Embark on an inspiring journey with Dynamic Earth's brand new Planetarium dome film Voyager: The Never-Ending Journey!
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Six Nations at Brewhemia Edinburgh
Brewhemia is back with another exhilarating rugby season. Join us for The Scottish Six Nations fixtures on our big screens!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House
Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises!
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Being Here
Join Body-Informed Leadership for a new workshop here at the Drill Hall and connect with your body’s intelligence in a co-creative group environment!
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Exhibition: Postcards For Perec
Postcards for Perec - Two Hundred and Forty-Three Postcards in Real Colour is a travelling exhibition curated by alum Linda Parr and you can see it at the Institut français d'Ecosse in February!
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Hitomi Hosono: The White Garden
The Scottish Gallery is honoured to present the first solo exhibition of Hitomi Hosono in Scotland in conjunction with Adrian Sassoon, London.
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The Scottish Colourists: Radical Perspectives
Discover this groundbreaking exhibition in partnership with the Fleming Collection, which for the first time showcases the Scottish Colourists in the context of their European contemporaries.
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TIC TAC TOE Exhibition
Catch this new exhibition created by Out of the Blueprint’s latest artist-in-residence Maddie Lennon, a self-taught designer and facilitator!
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Exhibition: Sea and Wind by Tea Bendix
The Scottish Storytelling Centre is delighted to present an exhibition of illustrations by Tea Bendix, inspired by the collection Danish Folk Tales by storyteller Svend-Erik Engh.
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Patterns of the Past: Ammna Sheikh
This exhibition at Upright Gallery is by British/Pakistani artist, Ammna Sheikh, and showcases her work with traditional techniques such as screenprinting, weaving, embroidery and painting!
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Biophilic Design for an Eco-friendly home workshop series
Gain the tools and confidence to create a beautiful, sustainable home that blends nature with modern living in Earth in Common's workshop series at Leith Community Croft this February!
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Medical History Tours at The Real Mary King’s Close
Delve into the darkest days of Edinburgh’s history, the Plague outbreak of 1645, and discover how the city confronted this devastating epidemic on this new tour at The Real Mary King’s Close!
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Phantasmagorey
An exhibition inspired by the work of the great American illustrator and author Edward Gorey (1925-2000), celebrating his centenary, is taking place at Custom House Leith from 20th-26th February.
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The Roze Garden
Looking for the best Thursday night out in Edinburgh? Discover The Roze Garden - Edinburgh’s Cabaret and Club Night at The Street!
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Discover The Ring
Stockbridge Music Hub in Edinburgh, UK is excited to invite you to an eight-day event titled ‘Discover The Ring’.
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Beginner’s Sewing Class - Weekday Workshop
Want to learn a practical DIY craft? Kick start a new hobby? Why not come along to this fun full-day craft class in Edinburgh and learn how to sew with ease?
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Bricknasty
Rapidly becoming one of the most talked about live acts in Ireland, Bricknasty play Cabaret Voltaire on Tuesday 25th February!
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Lee Kyle: Bottle It
Lee Kyle has a secret. Find out more when he brings his new show, Bottle It, to The Stand Edinburgh on Tuesday 25th February!
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Navigating Feelings Of Loss And Change When Living With MS
Join the Multiple Sclerosis Society Scotland for this two day, in person course to learn about how you can navigate feelings of loss and change when living with MS.
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NOIR: Truth, Lies and Moral Ambiguity with the Scottish Writer Lisa Ballantyne
Scottish Writer Lisa Ballantyne will be at the Institut français d’Écosse on Tuesday 25th February to talk about the themes of three of her novels.
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NOW That’s What I Call A Musical
Get ready to relive the playlist of your life by celebrating 40 years of the iconic and chart-topping compilations brand NOW That’s What I Call Music at the Edinburgh Playhouse!
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that conversations event Edinburgh #4
Join that conversations movement on 25th February at August 21 Coffee House and deepen your connection with a friend, family member or partner!
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The Science of Happiness
Enjoy a thought-provoking talk with visiting nun, Gen Lekma and discover the power of your mind on 25th February at Kadampa Meditation Centre Edinburgh.
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Ukraine Forever!
UKRAINE FOREVER! is a special one-off fundraising performance, bringing an outstanding line up of Scottish and Ukrainian artists together to pay respect to the sacrifices Ukraine have had to make!
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Caring for Animals at the Italian Renaissance Court
Join Dr Sarah Cockram at the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh on Wednesday 26th February to explore the lives of animals and humans at the Italian Renaissance court!
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Comedy & Bluegrass About Strange Public Records
A hilarious evening inspired by an unusual source: real government records. Can public records actually be funny? Come along and find out at the Institut français d'Écosse on 26th February!
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Denim Therapy: Introduction to Boro and Sashiko Mending and Embroidery
Learn how to repair your favourite denims using authentic Japanese mending and embroidery techniques with Earth in Common at Leith Community Croft on 26th February!
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Gary Meikle: Neurospicy
Scottish Comedy Award winner Gary Meikle will bring his Neurospicy tour to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Wednesday 26th February!
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Laughter in the Air
Hosted by Viv Gee, up and coming comedians present an evening of first class comedy in aid of The Beatson Cancer Centre, on 26th February at West Port Oracle!
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Mama Terra
Mama Terra will be playing music from their new album 'Chameleons - Live Interpretations of Herbie Hancock' at Leith FAB Cricket Club on Wednesday 26th February!
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Sounds of the Shows! - CANCELLED
Join St Mary's Cathedral Consort for an evening of familiar songs as you've never heard them, in the amazing acoustic and atmosphere of St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral, Edinburgh!
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Wild Fermentation in Agave and Rum with Dean MacGregor and Gabriela Moncada
Enjoy a fascinating evening comparing pairs of different agaves and rums at Drinkmonger with Dean MacGregor and Gabriela Moncada on Wednesday 26th February!
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Dustin O’Halloran
American pianist and composer Dustin O'Halloran has announced a show at Edinburgh's Queen's Hall on Thursday 27th February!
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Fundraising Ceilidh for Adoption UK Scotland
Adoption UK Scotland are hosting our first-ever fundraising ceilidh on February 27th in The Gannet at Edinburgh Zoo and we’d love to see you there!
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Joshua Burnside
Belfast-based Northern Irish folk singer-songwriter Joshua Burnside is on a UK and Ireland headline tour in 2025 with a date at The Caves Edinburgh on 27th February!
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LOOT: Curating Empire at the New Perth Museum
Join JP Reid at St Cecilia's Hall as he explores and examines the stories and circumstances behind the 'acquisition' of several instruments in the Perth Museum Collection.
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Rachel Fairburn: Side Eye
Rachel Fairburn is set to perform for the first-time ever a unique blend of brand-new stand-up and the best bits of her debut character comedy hour when she brings Side Eye to Monkey Barrell Comedy!
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SCO 2024/25: Fauré Requiem
Fauré’s hushed prayer for the departed, from outstanding British baritone Roderick Williams, conductor Andrew Manze and the SCO Chorus.
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Scottish Opera - The Makropulos Affair
Hailed as an unmissable triumph and nominated for a 2022 Southbank Sky Arts Award, this co-production of Janáček’s mature masterpiece, The Makropulos Affair, returns to Scottish Opera!
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The Marketing Mixer Scotland
Tired of boring, stuffy networking events? Then come along to The Stamp Office on Thursday 27th February for The Marketing Mixer Scotland, a community for marketing professionals!
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The Melting Pot’s Consultancy Launch
Join us for the launch of The Melting Pot's Consultancy on Thursday 27th February! An event which will celebrate stimulating social innovation, productivity and sustainable change in Scotland.
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The Science of Magic Mushrooms with Dr Mourad Wahba
Unlock the mysteries of magic mushrooms, their potential to heal depression, enhance brain connectivity and much more, in this interesting talk at the Assembly Roxy on Thursday 27th February!
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10th Birthday Celebration Party & Open Studio
Join Artisan Stitch in celebrating a decade of sewing excellence at our 10th Birthday Party Open Studio event on 28th February!
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Annasach’s Ceilidh at The Counting House
Annasach Ceilidh Band invites you to our regular ceilidh in the hidden gem of Edinburgh’s Old Town, The Counting House!
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Be a Chorister Day
If your child is in P3-P5 and loves to sing, then join St Mary's Music School for this special afternoon, as we aim to give children and parents an insight into what life is like as a chorister!
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Deception: A Close-Up Magic Experience
Following sell-out runs at Edinburgh Fringe 2023 and 2024, Dan Bastianelli brings his incredible close-up magic experience to Wonder & Co.
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Georgia Cécile
Georgia Cécile continues to make her mark as one of the UK's finest new voices, don't miss her live at The Queens Hall Edinburgh on 28th February!
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Ground Level
Ground Level are back to entertain you with a great selection of Rock and Pop Covers from decades past that always hits the mark, at Dreadnought Rock on 28th February!
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Guid Crack: Funny Old Death
Join guest storyteller Peter Chand for another session of Edinburgh’s monthly storytelling club held upstairs in the Waverley Bar on Friday 28th February!
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Jason Manns & Paul Carella
Gallus Promotions is proud to bring you Jason Manns and Paul Carella at The Voodoo Rooms on Friday 28th February as part of their 2025 tour!
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Jerwood Survey III
Jerwood Survey, a major biennial touring exhibition that presents new commissions by 10 early-career artists from across the UK, is showing at Collective Edinburgh from 28th February!
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Meet The Brewer
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Cold Town House, where passion, craftsmanship, and cold brews collide!
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New Moon Sound Bath Meditation
Join Marcela Tršová at The Open Door Community Centre in Morningside to tap into living in balance with cycle of the moon!
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Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography
This exhibition at The Palace of Holyroodhouse, charts the evolution of royal portrait photography from the 1920s to the present day!
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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Top Gun: Maverick
Feel the need for speed with the Scottish premiere of Top Gun: Maverick in concert with Scotland’s National Orchestra.
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So Fetch - 2000’ Party
After another sold out event So Fetch is coming back to Edinburgh. Get ready for sing your heart out in night packed with 2000s Pop on Friday 28th February!
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Sustainable Sewing with Embellishments
Learn to hand embroider using beads and sequins whilst making your own sequin shapes and beaded embellishments at Dovecot Studios on 28th February!
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The Gin To My Tonic Show: Gin, Rum & Vodka Festival Edinburgh
The Gin To My Tonic Show, the ultimate Gin, Rum & Vodka Festival with unlimited tasting samples is coming to Central Hall Edinburgh in 2025!
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The Music Of Prince - New Purple Celebration
Come celebrate the life, legacy and The Music of Prince when New Purple Celebration comes to The Liquid Room on Friday 28th February!
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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:
Women Together Afternoon
Get to know other women in a relaxed atmosphere at the Women Together Afternoon in St Andrews Community Hall, Barrhead!
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Barrhead Sporting Memories Club
Love talking about Sport? Then why not join the FREE Sporting Memories club in Barrhead which starts on Thursday mornings from 10.30am.
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Lets Talk Menopause
A menopause awareness evening will be hosted at Whitecraigs Rugby Club on Friday 28th February, this will be an informal, informative evening covering all areas of the menopause.
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Life Drawing Anstruther
What better way to spend those long winter nights than coming along to a friendly life drawing group at the Dreel Hall in Anstruther?
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Fibre Art Club - Block 1 - Blooming Beautiful
Experience the joy of working with felt, wool and fibre in this 4 week fiber art club at Deborah Cameron Creative Artist Studio.
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Laurence Jones
Laurence Jones is one of the UK's hottest guitar players! Don't miss your chance to see him live at PJ Molloys on Friday 28th February!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
SIX
From Tudor queens to pop princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales! Catch Six The Musical when it returns to the Theatre Royal Glasgow!
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Candlelight: Tribute to Phil Collins
Get your tickets now to discover the music of Phil Collins at Oran Mor Glasgow under the gentle glow of candlelight!
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Mixed Exhibition
Compass Gallery exhibits a fresh and exciting combination of original paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture by several of their regular exhibitors.
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Modern Vikings
Modern Vikings play music with a strong emphasis on melody with the added grooves, urgency and colours of the American jazz tradition, catch them at Cumbernauld Theatre on Friday 28th February!
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LKP Markets & Events: EK, East Kilbride Market
LKP Markets & Events is delighted to host a regular market at EK, East Kilbride, come along, have a browse and support local talented businesses!
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Newmains & District Gala Day - The Big Lunch
Join Newmains & District Gala Day on Sunday 2nd June for The Big Lunch, a fantastic community event for the whole family featuring inflatables, races, stalls and more!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Disco Boogie Night
Dance the night away to the top hits of the decades with the sensational resident DJ at the Glynhill Hotel's Disco Boogie Night!
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Boogie Fitness
Don't like the gym or fitness classes then why not give Boogie Fitness a try? It's a silent disco, a night out and fun with your friends all rolled into one!
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Meditate in Greenock
These evening talks and guided meditations will provide you with the foundation for developing a powerful meditation practice.
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Only Here, Only Now: Tom Newlands
Join us at Bridge of Allan Library as we chat to the new rising star of Scottish fiction, author Tom Newlands, about his debut novel 'Only Here, Only Now'!
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Forth Valley Celebrates Climate Action
Join FEL Scotland at Victoria Hall Dunblane for an exciting day of inspiring talks, creative nature-based workshops, and connections as we celebrate local climate action and drive positive change!
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Menopause the Musical 2 - Cruising Through Menopause
The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit show Menopause The Musical, comes to Macrobert Arts Centre for one night only on Tuesday 25th February!
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Mike Elm: Rolling with the Punctures
Cycle adventurer Mike Elm shares a few tales of inspiring people, punctures, and some silly puns from his seven-month, 8,000km jaunt.
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Ceilidh Night at Marine Troon
Join Marine Troon on Friday 28th February for an unforgettable evening of ceilidh dancing and great music with the talented Borland Band!
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