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Events in Edinburgh in April 2025

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Events in Edinburgh

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Newhailes Market

Selected dates between 21st September 2024 - 20th April 2025

Come along to Newhailes monthly market where you'll find a fine selection of handmade goods; from jams and chutneys to pies and candles!

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Scots Music Group Ceilidhs

Selected dates between 28th September 2024 - 31st May 2025

All welcome to the Scots Music Group fabulous monthly fundraising ceilidhs at the St Brides Centre! Come on your own, with friends or in a group.

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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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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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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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Close-Up Magic at The Joker & Thief

Selected dates between 31st October 2024 - 31st July 2025

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

Selected dates between 1st November 2024 - 30th December 2025

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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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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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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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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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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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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Leith Market

Selected dates between 1st December 2024 - 27th December 2025

The weekly Leith Market has it all - fresh meats, fish, bread, veggies, fruits, cheeses, home bakes, olives, jams, chutneys, oils, smokehouse products and lots more!

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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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Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening

Selected dates between 15th December 2024 - 21st December 2025

A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening is taking place at The Open Door Community Centre, Edinburgh on various dates throughout the year.

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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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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kevock Garden

1st January 2025 - 29th December 2025
Lasswade

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

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 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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Edinburgh Farmers Market

Selected dates between 4th January 2025 - 20th December 2025

If you're looking for a great place to find fresh, local produce and delicious food, Edinburgh's Farmers Market, held every Saturday, is a must-visit!

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Grassmarket Market

Selected dates between 4th January 2025 - 27th December 2025

Every Saturday the centre of the Grassmarket becomes a flurry of excitement with the arrival of the weekly market... home to art, crafts, jewellery, gifts, not to mention amazing locally made food!

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Stand Up Horror

Selected dates between 4th January 2025 - 20th December 2025

Actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night at Stand Up Horror... you decide what the characters do, find and sometimes - yes sometimes - even love!

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Stockbridge Market

Selected dates between 5th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

The weekly Stockbridge Market is a foodie heaven featuring creative crafts, original artwork, superb street food. Eat, meet, greet or treat - there is something for everyone!

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Free For All

Selected dates between 6th January 2025 - 15th December 2025

Free For All is back at Monkey Barrel - with a fresh new vibe! Full-on, no holds barred live comedy for anyone and everyone.

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Royal Rhyme Time

Selected dates between 6th January 2025 - 2nd June 2025

Join us in the historic Abbey Strand Centre for our special Royal Rhyme Time sessions for toddlers.

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Top Banana

Selected dates between 8th January 2025 - 17th December 2025

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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Burly Ceilidh Club

Selected dates between 10th January 2025 - 8th November 2025

We’re famous for the Ceilidhs in our stunning Auditorium at the Ghillie Dhu, so come along a make it a night to remember!

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Crafternoons

Selected dates between 11th January 2025 - 5th April 2025

Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Then come along to these FREE arts and crafts sessions every Saturday at the Scottish Parliament!

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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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The Early Saturday Show!

Selected dates between 11th January 2025 - 31st May 2025

Join us at the Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill act show!

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The Saturday Show

Selected dates between 11th January 2025 - 10th May 2025

Join us at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill five act show every Saturday!

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Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale

Selected dates between 12th January 2025 - 21st December 2025

The early bird catches the bargains... come and bag a bargain or earn some pennies from a recent clear out at the weekly Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale on Sunday mornings!

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Rockstar Karaoke

Selected dates between 13th January 2025 - 30th June 2025

Come bring all your friends and sing all night to all your favourite rockaoke classics on Mondays at Legends!

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Riffs Tuesdays

Selected dates between 14th January 2025 - 24th June 2025

Come get your weekly dose of RIFFS at Legents Edinburgh every Tuesday!

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Spandex Comedy

Selected dates between 14th January 2025 - 30th December 2025

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

Selected dates between 16th January 2025 - 5th June 2025

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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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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Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at Assembly Roxy

Selected dates between 17th January 2025 - 4th July 2025

Come and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every month at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at the Assembly Roxy!

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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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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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The Sunday Night Laugh-In

Selected dates between 19th January 2025 - 27th April 2025

Round off the weekend with our comedy cocktail which has the emphasis on the chilled and the laid back. At least five acts on each bill ensure variety and great value.

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Red Raw

Selected dates between 20th January 2025 - 12th May 2025

Red Raw, our long-running weekly beginner’s showcase is regarded as the best open mic night in the UK. It’s your chance to see the stars of tomorrow today.

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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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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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Family Print Club

Selected dates between 26th January 2025 - 30th November 2025

Edinburgh Printmakers' Family Print Club is perfect for children as they explore lots of different printmaking techniques and have fun as well!

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Susan Morrison is historically funny

Selected dates between 26th January 2025 - 21st December 2025

Susan Morrison, host of BBC Radio Scotland's 'Time Travels', will take you through some of Scotland's seediest, skankiest and scandalous history. And the funniest.

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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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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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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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Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 20th December 2025

The Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market is the longest running car boot in Edinburgh... sell your unwanted goods to 1000s of bargain hunters and make extra cash!

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Men Drawing Men Edinburgh

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 12th December 2025

This monthly untutored life drawing group at The Salisbury Centre gives men the opportunity to come along and draw a male Life model in a friendly, supportive drawing group.

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Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 23rd August 2025

Join renowned British concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith for a performance of sensational classical and romantic works for solo piano at St Giles' Cathedral!

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Ocean Terminal Market

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 7th September 2025

Ocean Terminal Market is a fantastic monthly weekend market with a great range of arts, crafts, food and drinks!

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Portobello Local Market

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 6th December 2025
Portobello

Portobello Local Market is a much loved monthly event for truly local food, drink and crafts, held in Brighton Park!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House

4th February 2025 - 31st July 2025
Musselburgh

Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises!

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Stu and Garry’s Free Improv Show

Selected dates between 4th February 2025 - 2nd December 2025

Marvel as resident duo Stu & Garry weave comedy magic from your suggestions in this long-running improvised show at The Stand Edinburgh!

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Being Here

Selected dates between 5th February 2025 - 2nd April 2025

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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The Scottish Colourists: Radical Perspectives

7th February 2025 - 28th June 2025

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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Eco Resin Earrings - Craft Workshop

Selected dates between 8th February 2025 - 26th April 2025

Join Polymorphics and learn how to work with eco resin and how to create colourful earrings for any occasion!

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Portobello Health Walk

Selected dates between 10th February 2025 - 15th December 2025
Portobello

Join Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project for this free weekly walk in Portobello. It's a low level, inclusive health walk open to everyone!

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W.I.P.lash

Selected dates between 11th February 2025 - 25th June 2025

Join us at The Stand Edinburgh for a brand spanking new showcase for established comics working up material for the Fringe or tour shows!

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Bona Fide

Selected dates between 12th February 2025 - 16th December 2025

Jay Lafferty invites the cream of Scotland's comics to the Stand Edinburgh to prove their worth by performing material written especially for the theme of the night!

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Groove Back & Reggaeton Saturday Dance Classes

Selected dates between 15th February 2025 - 31st May 2025

Ready to reignite your passion for dance? The Groove Back and Reggaeton Saturday classes at Blazin Studio are here to help you do just that!

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Old Skool Days

Selected dates between 15th February 2025 - 12th April 2025

Old Skool Days is back for another round of 90s & 00s Afternoon Anthems at Edinburgh's favourite retro venue!

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Rug Tufting Experience Day

Selected dates between 15th February 2025 - 19th April 2025

Aimed at beginners, this intimate workshop at Dovecot Studios is an introduction to the art of electric gun tufting.

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Guided Looking: An Artwork Audio Described

Selected dates between 20th February 2025 - 18th December 2025

Join Fiona Johnston, audio describer, as she describes various artwork and objects from the Royal Collection at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

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The Roze Garden

Selected dates between 20th February 2025 - 31st July 2025

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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Bongo’s Bingo Edinburgh

Selected dates between 22nd February 2025 - 25th April 2025

Bongo’s Bingo, the UK’s original bingo rave phenomenon, is back in Edinburgh at the O2 Academy!

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Ceilidh in Charteris Centre

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

Edinburgh Ceilidhs invites you to their regular ceilidh in the Charteris Centre with caller Ken Gourlay, ceilidh band and piper!

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Family Studio Saturdays

Selected dates between 22nd February 2025 - 21st June 2025

Studio Saturdays, at the The Palace of Holyroodhouse, are monthly hands-on artistic workshops for families who are interested in learning new ways to express their creativity.

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Jerwood Survey III

28th February 2025 - 4th May 2025

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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New Moon Sound Bath Meditation

Selected dates between 28th February 2025 - 25th May 2025

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

28th February 2025 - 7th September 2025

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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Day Fever Edinburgh

Selected dates between 1st March 2025 - 12th April 2025

Day Fever is bringing the party back to Edinburgh! They guarantee it'll be an afternoon of no holds barred party times for over the 30's!

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West Linton Market

Selected dates between 1st March 2025 - 6th December 2025
West Linton

A monthly market for West Linton, held on the first Saturday of the month, showcasing artisan foods, produce and crafts!

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Makers Market

Selected dates between 2nd March 2025 - 7th December 2025

Come along to the Makers Market in Portobello Town Hall for a gorgeous selection of handmade products from local makers!

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Sea Glass Jewellery Workshop: Creative 2

Selected dates between 2nd March 2025 - 26th April 2025

Come along to Joy Revival Design Studio for a relaxed and creative workshop where you will learn drilling and the art of wire wrapping to make your very own sea glass jewellery!

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Sea Glass Jewellery workshop: Learn the art of wire wrapping

Selected dates between 2nd March 2025 - 31st May 2025

Learn to make your very own sea glass jewellery in this creative workshop at Joy Revival Design Studio in Portobello!

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Campfire Improv

Selected dates between 3rd March 2025 - 7th July 2025

Gather round the campfire to watch some of Scotland's top improvisers create hilarious scenes based on stories from a special guest monologist.

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Costume Society Scotland Events

Selected dates between 3rd March 2025 - 5th May 2025

Come along to the Costume Society Scotland's season of varied talks on fashion, costume, textiles, accessories and related subjects between between October and April at Augustine United Church!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House

5th March 2025 - 24th September 2025
Various Locations East Lothian

The garden at Stobshiel House is effectively split into four main parts and the extensive collection of shrubs and mature trees offer a fantastic backdrop during all seasons.

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Wild Rose

6th March 2025 - 19th April 2025

Wild Rose is an uplifting and heart-warming new musical about motherhood, dreams, and finding your three chords and the truth.

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Ian Hamilton Finlay

8th March 2025 - 26th May 2025

The centenary of celebrated Scottish artist Ian Hamilton Finlay (1925-2006) will be marked by a new, free display of his work at the National Galleries of Scotland: Modern.

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Riso Workshop

Selected dates between 15th March 2025 - 12th April 2025

Join us at the Blueprint Studio for a fun, creative experience and discover how to make your own 2-colour A3 risograph prints!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Humbie Dean

Selected dates between 19th March 2025 - 27th August 2025
Various Locations East Lothian

Come and visit Humbie Dean, a two-acre ornamental and woodland garden sandwiched between two burns at 600 feet with interest throughout a long season!

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Spring Foraging with Wild Food UK in the Pentland Hills

Selected dates between 22nd March 2025 - 30th May 2025
Penicuik

Unlock the secrets of nature and embark on a journey of exploration with Wild Food UK's immersive foraging courses this Spring!

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Drawing in the Spring

Selected dates between 26th March 2025 - 30th April 2025

Join Drill Hall resident artist Felicity Inkpen in a series of 6 workshops exploring your creative side this Spring!

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AIR SPACE

28th March 2025 - 5th April 2025

AIR SPACE is a joint exhibition at St Margaret's House, featuring work by Emma Duncan and Sarah Kay-Wren!

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Nessie

28th March 2025 - 5th April 2025

Nessie is a captivating Scottish musical that celebrates bravery, the strength of friendship and the courage to follow one’s own heart.

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Chocolate Love Match - Fort Kinnaird

Selected dates between 29th March 2025 - 5th July 2025

Ready to meet your Chocolate Love Match? Book now to secure one of the limited number of spaces available for our guided chocolate tasting experiences at Hotel Chocolat, Fort Kinnaird!

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Spring door wreath workshop

Selected dates between 29th March 2025 - 12th April 2025

Come along to Joy Revival Design Studio for creative workshop where you will learn to make your own spring door wreath using natural foliage!

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Easter Camps At ESMS School

31st March 2025 - 11th April 2025

Calling all young adventurers! Get ready for the ultimate holiday escape at ESMS Mary Erskine’s this Easter!

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An Evening With Sir Chris Hoy

1st April 2025

Don't miss this chance to hear fantastic stories from Sir Chris Hoy, the 11-time world champion and a six-time Olympic champion, at the Usher Hall on Tuesday 1st April!

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April’s Follies: Concert with Héloïse Bernard, Annemarie Klein and Jan Waterfield

1st April 2025

Follies can be pleasant, painful and everything in-between. This programme at St Cecilia's Hall on Tuesday 1st April, celebrates some of these musical depictions!

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Beauty and the Beast

1st April 2025 - 5th April 2025

Step into a world of enchantment as Edinburgh Music Theatre presents Beauty and the Beast at Church Hill Theatre!

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Little Women

1st April 2025 - 5th April 2025

Anne-Marie Casey’s masterful new adaptation of the classic story offers a captivating rendition of Little Women that breathes new life into a cherished classic!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst

1st April 2025 - 30th September 2025
Edinburgh South

Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.

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An Evening with Si King

2nd April 2025

Take a trip down memory lane with national treasure Si King and get to know the man behind the bike like never before at the Assembly Rooms on Wednesday 2nd April!

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EXTC

2nd April 2025

XTC's legendary drummer, Terry Chambers, is back on the road with his band EXTC. Catch them live at The Voodoo Rooms on Wednesday 2nd April!

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Gurriers

2nd April 2025

Gurriers bring their UK Spring 2025 tour to The Caves Edinburgh on Wednesday 2nd April.

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Carl Hutchinson: Today Years Old

3rd April 2025

What has quickly became an annual tradition, Carl Hutchinson is back for a third consecutive back-to-back tour with a date at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Thursday 3rd April.

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Craig Campbell: Raging Gracelessly

3rd April 2025

Craig Campbell, CanaDUHs most hilariously uncompromising fornicator of (consenting) mooses, brings his reenergised latest lap of hilarity Raging Gracelessly to Grand Central, Livingston in April!

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Deborah Bonham Band with support from the Andy Taylor Group

3rd April 2025

Deborah Bonham, one of the finest UK Blues, Rock and Soul singers, and her band play The Caves on 3rd April with support from the Andy Taylor Group!

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Makers Market at St Giles Cathedral

Selected dates between 3rd April 2025 - 27th November 2025

The Makers Market returns to the iconic St Giles' Cathedral in the heart of Edinburgh in 2025!

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Patrick Monahan: The Talkinator

3rd April 2025

It’s the year 2024 and there’s a lot of talk about AI taking over humans. Only one man can out-talk the chat-bots & robots - Patrick Monahan: The Talkinator!

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Primal Scream

3rd April 2025

Back with new album 'Come Ahead', Primal Scream have announced they are heading out on tour which will see them play Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Thursday 3rd April!

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Science Festival Late

3rd April 2025

Get ready to party as we turn our flagship children's venue over to adults for one very special night.

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SCO 2024/25: Mozart and Strauss

3rd April 2025

Deeply charismatic oboist and conductor François Leleux directs Mozart's cheeky Bassoon Concerto, and music by the teenage Richard Strauss.

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Call Me Maybe - 2010s Party

4th April 2025

Get ready to Shake It Off to the best Pop tunes of the 2010s when Call Me Maybe returns to La Belle Angele on Friday 4th April!

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Ceilidh Spring Fling

4th April 2025

Spring is in the air and what better way to celebrate than a great night out at a traditional Ceilidh in the heart of Edinburgh's Grassmarket!

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Desperados

4th April 2025

Desperados deliver a rip roaring set from the outstanding back catalogue of one of the greatest band's in history, The Eagles!

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Fastlove - The Tribute to George Michael

4th April 2025

Direct from London's West End, Fastlove is the world's favourite George Michael Celebration! Don't miss it when it returns to The Queen's Hall on 4th April!

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Ian Prowse & Amsterdam

4th April 2025

Ian Prowse & Amsterdam bring their 2025 tour to The Voodoo Rooms Edinburgh on Friday 4th April.

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Jane McCarry: Live

4th April 2025

Still Game star Jane McCarry is back with a brand new tour in 2025 and brings it to Portobello Town Hall on Friday April 4th!

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Oasus

4th April 2025

Oasus are 'Definitely Maybe' one of the best tributes around to the Manchester legends, catch them live at La Belle Angele on Friday April 4th!

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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Shostakovich Eight

4th April 2025

Jonathon Heyward conducts and joins an RSNO favourite, saxophonist Jess Gillam, in a thriller from Anna Clyne: an Irish legend of banshees and night terrors, told in music like you've never heard.

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Stacey Dooley: Stories from Remarkable Mothers

4th April 2025

Stacey Dooley MBE is returning to the stage for an intimate evening inspired by her new book, Dear Minnie: Conversations with Remarkable Mothers.

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Tom As Usual

4th April 2025

The simply sensational Robert T Leonard with his Tom As Usual showband are proud to be appearing at the Howden Park Centre on April 4th!

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Dolly Parton and Shania Twain Tribute Brunch

5th April 2025

Put on your best boots, tease that hair sky-high, and come ready to eat, drink, and two-step the day away at The Three Sisters on Saturday 5th April!

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Edinburgh Science Festival: The Art of Rocks

Selected dates between 5th April 2025 - 12th April 2025

Get inspired by geology in this creative illustration workshop at Dynamic Earth!

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Giovanni - The Last Dance

5th April 2025

Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice returns to Edinburgh in 2025 with his tour The Last Dance!

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Hop aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia this Easter

5th April 2025 - 20th April 2025

Hop aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia for an egg-cellent day out this Easter holiday and experience the UK's Best Attraction!

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Hotwax

5th April 2025

Hotwax play Sneaky Pete's April Random Rules show and it's a big one for fans of Lambrini Girls, Wolf Alice, SPRINTS, Elastica and QOTSA!

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Japanese Boro Stitching Workshop

5th April 2025

Join us at Dovecot Studios on 5th April for a slow stitching workshop inspired by the Japanese Boro tradition of repeatedly mending fabrics!

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John Shuttleworth: Raise The Oof

5th April 2025

Radio 4 favourite, comedy legend, and 'the 42nd best reason to love Britain' John Shuttleworth is back with more hilarious stories and songs performed on his trusty Yamaha organ!

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John Tothill: Thank God This Lasts Forever

5th April 2025

The critically-acclaimed John Tothill brings his fantastic new show on his debut UK tour to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 5th April.

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Organ recital with Caroline Cradock and John Kitchen

5th April 2025

Join the Institut français d’Écosse on Saturday 5th April at Greyfriars Kirk for an Organ recital with Scottish organists Caroline Cradock and John Kitchen!

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Paper Flower Making: Icelandic Poppies

5th April 2025

Come along to Dovecot Studios on 5th April and learn how to make beautiful Icelandic paper Poppies!

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Persian Cooking with Solmaz

5th April 2025

Celebrate Persian New Year with Solmaz Eradat on Saturday 5th April, with another of her fabulous Persian cooking classes at the Cyrenians Flavour and Haver Cook School.

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Police Dog Hogan

5th April 2025

Police Dog Hogan, one of the country's finest live folk-country acts, bring their UK tour to The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 5th April.

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Singin’ I’m No A Billy He’s A Tim

5th April 2025

Des Dillon's smash hit comedy, Singing I'm No A Billy He's A Tim, comes to the Howden Park Centre as part of it's 20th Anniversary tour!

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That 70s Club: Over 30s

5th April 2025

Over 30 and looking for some Hot Stuff then take a trip on the Soul Train and join us for the ultimate 70s party at La Belle Angele on 5th April!

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The Music of Adele by Candlelight

5th April 2025

Featuring hit after hit, The Music of Adele by Candlelight comes to The Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh on 5th April.

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Ultimate Coldplay

5th April 2025

Ultimate Coldplay, the UK's leading Coldplay tribute act, head to Edinburgh to headline the Liquid Room on Saturday 5th April!

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Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

Selected dates between 5th April 2025 - 14th June 2025

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece The Four Seasons and other magnificent works in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral.

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Foster & Allen

6th April 2025

International recording artists Foster & Allen will celebrate an amazing milestone of 50 years in the music business with a UK tour which will include an afternoon at The Queen's Hall!

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Julian J3PO Pollack

6th April 2025

Don't miss Julian Pollack, a Los Angeles-based pianist/keyboardist and producer, when he brings his 'J3PO Europe Tour' to The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday April 6th!

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Rhona MacFarlane

6th April 2025

Rising Scottish Singer Songwriter, Rhona Macfarlane, plays The Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh on Sunday 6th April!

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Ryan McMullan

6th April 2025

Ryan McMullan, recognised as one of Northern Ireland’s biggest and brightest talents, brings his 'Redesign' Tour to La Belle Angele on the 6th April!

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Sammy Obeid: Edgy in Edinburgh!

6th April 2025

Join Sammy Obeid for a night of laughter at the vibrant and historic Assembly Roxy as he brings his unique perspective and infectious energy to the stage!

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Spring Guided Forest Bathing Walk & Charcoal Art Experience

6th April 2025

Celebrate Spring with a unique guided experience that blends the calming practice of Forest Bathing and Charcoal Art on 6th April.

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The Jack & Jill Market - Edinburgh

6th April 2025

Shop smartly, be savvy and save money at The Jack & Jill Market on the Sunday 2nd February at Granton Refectory Hall, Edinburgh College!

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Easter Camps At St Georges

7th April 2025 - 18th April 2025

School's out so come and join The Wild Outdoors at St George's School for an adventure-packed experience this Easter!

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Edinburgh Science Festival: Meet the Marine Scientists

7th April 2025 - 9th April 2025

Meet marine scientists for some amazing activities in this drop-in event at Dynamic Earth!

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Sam Newbould Quintet

7th April 2025

Don't miss the Sam Newbould Quintet, an award winning five piece international line-up emerging from the vibrant Amsterdam jazz scene, at Traverse Theatre on Monday 7th April!

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Young Artists Easter Course for 9-12 Year Olds

7th April 2025

Leith School of Art is running a Young Artists Easter Course, suitable for 9-12 Year Olds, from 7th to 11th April.

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Andy and the Odd Socks

8th April 2025

Andy and the Odd Socks bring their brilliant madcap mix of songs, slapstick and silliness to life with a show to entertain families of all ages!

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Dee Allum: Deadname

8th April 2025

As seen on the BBC New Comedy Awards Final, this debut stand-up show from Dee Allum is about reconciling with the past, coming out, and going through two puberties (frankly, two too many).

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Edinburgh Science Festival: Animal Adventures

8th April 2025

Have you ever wanted to track a tiger? How about tagging a turtle? In this family digital workshop, you can do just that!

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Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake

8th April 2025 - 12th April 2025

Matthew Bourne’s audacious, rule-breaking reinvention of Tchaikovsky's masterpiece has now become the most successful dance theatre production of all time. Catch it at the Festival Theatre in April!

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Through the Shortbread Tin

8th April 2025 - 9th April 2025

The National Theatre of Scotland is touring in 2025 with a brand new show 'Through the Shortbread Tin' and stops off at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 8th & 9th April!

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Whole Lotta Shakin’ - The Shakin’ Stevens Story

8th April 2025

Fully endorsed by members of Shaky's own family, the Award Winning tribute to the UK's biggest selling singles artist of the 1980's is a nostalgic celebration, jam packed with feel-good Rock 'n' Roll.

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8 Week Watercolour Painting Course - Wednesdays

9th April 2025

The Edinburgh Art Workshop is offering an 8-week watercolour course for beginner and intermediate artists, starting on Wednesdays from 9th April.

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Imelda May

9th April 2025

Imelda May, one of the UK & Ireland’s most celebrated female artists, comes to The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh on Wednesday 9th April!

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Phil Chapman: Figures

9th April 2025

Following on from his debut tour and two sell out shows, Phil brings his new show Figures to the Stand Edinburgh!

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The Sorcerer

9th April 2025 - 12th April 2025

A magical chance to experience one of Gilbert & Sullivan's lesser-known gems, "The Sorcerer" is sure to conjure up enjoyment for all the family!

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The Zac Schulze Gang

9th April 2025

Blues rock trio, The Zac Schulze Gang, play The Voodoo Rooms in Edinburgh on Wednesday 9th April.

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8 Week Watercolour Painting Course - Thursdays

10th April 2025

The Edinburgh Art Workshop is offering an 8-week watercolour course for beginner and intermediate artists, starting on Thursday from 10th April.

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Baroque Labyrinth: When Handel Meets Maraghi

10th April 2025

Join us at the Institut français d’Écosse on Thursday 10th April for this concert and enjoy an exploration of the richness of musical diversity!

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Duke Special

10th April 2025

Catch Belfast based songwriter and performer Duke Special when he plays The Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh on Thursday April 4th!

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Index For Working Musik

10th April 2025

The London-based group Index For Working Musik are formed from previous members of TOY and The Proper Ornaments, catch them live at Leith Depot on Thursday 10th April!

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Jodie Sloan: Is She Hot? (WIP)

10th April 2025

Jodie Sloan is thrilled to be performing her much-anticipated debut solo show at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Thursday April 10th!

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John Robertson’s The Dark Room

10th April 2025

Comedian John Robertson's The Dark Room is a gut-busting rock n' roll experience for everyone who buys a ticket! Don't miss it at the Stand Edinburgh!

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Planetarium Late: You Are Here

10th April 2025 - 12th April 2025

Take a journey across the Solar System, with spectacular stops along the way as we push the boundaries of human space exploration.

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An Evening with Tigest Girma

11th April 2025

Join Tigest Girma at Waterstones Edinburgh West End as she dicusses her deliciously dark, dangerously romantic Black vampire fantasy debut, Immortal Dark!

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Awkward Family Portraits

11th April 2025

Awkward Family Portraits have been dishing out rockin’ roots music to the streets of Glasgow since 2016 and you can catch them at The Voodoo Rooms on Friday April 11th!

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Curator’s Introduction to Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography

11th April 2025

Join Senior Curator of Photographs and exhibition curator Alessandro Nasini as he discusses his personal highlights from our current exhibition, Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography!

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Dunedin Consort: Matthew Passion

11th April 2025

Dunedin Consort presents Matthew Passion, containing some of the most exquisite music that Bach ever composed, at the Queen's Hall on Friday 11th April.

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Edinburgh International Harp Festival

11th April 2025 - 15th April 2025

Hosted by The Clarsach Society, the much-anticipated Edinburgh International Harp Festival returns to George Watson’s College from April 11th to April 15th.

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MacFloyd

11th April 2025

MacFloyd return to Howden Park Centre on Friday 11th April with a special show celebrating the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd's classic album, Wish You Were Here!

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National Youth Orchestras of Scotland – Spring Concert

11th April 2025

The NYOS Orchestra will take to the stage at Usher Hall on 11 April 2025 inviting audiences to an exploration of some of classical music’s most exciting responses to great literary works.

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Oslo Twins

11th April 2025

The Oslo Twins, known for their dreamy, ethereal sound, play Sneaky Pete's in Edinburgh on April 11th!

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Rhinestone Fest

11th April 2025

Rhinestone Rodeo is taking over the Three Sisters Edinburgh for the entire day on Friday 11th April!

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Robin Grainger: Refurb

11th April 2025

Robin Grainger brings his new show Refurb to Monkey Barrel comedy on Friday 11th April.

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Beyond Jovi

12th April 2025

Don't miss a Night of Classic Bon Jovi from their expansive back catalogue that will be a sure fire hit for any fan at Dreadnought Rock on 12th April!

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EasterFest at Dalkeith Country Park

12th April 2025 - 21st April 2025

EasterFest at Dalkeith Country Park is here, bringing a basketful of egg-citing events for the whole family running across two action-packed weekends!

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Egg Tray - Eco- resin Craft Workshop

12th April 2025

Join Polymorphics for a delightful crafting experience and learn the techniques to craft your very own eggcellent tray!

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Father John Misty

12th April 2025

Critically acclaimed, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Father John Misty has announced a date at the Usher Hall as part of a UK tour in 2025!

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Hotel California

12th April 2025

Eagles tribute, Hotel California, perform their spectacular new critically acclaimed show when they return to the Howden Park Centre on 12th April!

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Ian Smith: Work In Progress

Selected dates between 12th April 2025 - 19th July 2025

Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee 2023 and co-host of the Northern News podcast returns to Monkey Barrel with a work in progress of a new show!

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Pit Pony

12th April 2025

Pit Pony are on tour in April 2025 in support of their new album ‘Dead Stars’ and play Sneaky Pete's on Saturday the 12th!

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Ronker

12th April 2025

Ronker are over the moon to announce they'll be touring the UK in spring 2025 with a date at Legends Edinburgh on Saturday 12th April!

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Sarah Roberts: Silkworm

12th April 2025

Sarah Roberts, the world's youngest, smallest, most normal comedian is bringing her acclaimed debut show to Monkey Barrel on April 12th!

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SCO 2024/25: Seven Last Words

12th April 2025

Join the magnificent SCO Chorus and Chorus Director Gregory Batsleer for a profound choral contemplation of loss and rebirth from one of the world’s greatest living composers.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: A Blackbird Sings

Selected dates between 12th April 2025 - 6th September 2025
Longniddry

This long garden in a corner site of Glassel Park Estate is planted mostly by plant type with water features and an unheated conservatory contains cacti and insectivorous plants.

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The Lothians Model Railway Show

12th April 2025 - 13th April 2025

Join Pentland Model Railway Group for their 3rd annual model railway exhibition on 12th & 13th April in The Students Union, Heriot-Watt University!

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Wesley Hua + Ciaran McKinven @ Music on the Mezzanine

12th April 2025

Join us at Edinburgh Central Library on 12th April and hear classical guitarists Wesley Hua and Ciaran McKinven as part of Music on the Mezzanine!

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Foster & Allen’s 50 Years of Hits Tour

13th April 2025

International recording artists Foster & Allen will celebrate an amazing milestone of 50 years in the music business with a UK tour which will include a night at the Howden Park Centre!

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Rosco McClelland: Sudden Death

13th April 2025

Join Rosco McClelland as he navigates highs and lows of life, death and a penchant for edibles, all while grappling with the ultimate game-changer: a potentially fatal heart condition.

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Scottish Ensemble: Thuit an Oidhche Oirnn

13th April 2025

Scottish fiddle player Donald Grant and friends join Scottish Ensemble to revel in the joy of making music together at The Queen's Hall.

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Simon Munnery: On Tour

13th April 2025

Simon Munnery is back on tour in 2025 with a date at The Stand Edinburgh on Sunday 13th April!

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The Supernaturals

13th April 2025

The Supernaturals, a five piece guitar-based indie rock band from Glasgow, will play The Caves Edinburgh on Sunday 13th April!

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The UK Pink Floyd Experience

13th April 2025

Recreating the sights and sounds of the legendary Pink Floyd live in concert, this highly authentic show, at the Assembly Rooms, features over 50 years of hits by this iconic band!

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Mary Coughlan

14th April 2025

Mary Coughlan is often described as the greatest female vocalist that Ireland has ever produced. Join her at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh for her 40th Anniversary Concert with special guests!

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Professor Richard Dawkins: The Genetic Book of the Dead

14th April 2025

One of the world’s most eminent writers and thinkers, Professor Richard Dawkins, joins the Edinburgh Science Festival 2025 on 14th April for a special event as part of his last tour on the road!

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Sustainable Skies

14th April 2025 - 18th April 2025

Join us for family activities across four days at the National Museum of Flight, as part of Edinburgh Science Festival.

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An Evening with Alex Aster

15th April 2025

Waterstones Edinburgh West End is thrilled to welcome #1 New York Times bestselling author Alex Aster to the shop on 15th April, as she chats about her sizzling romance debut, Summer in the City!

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Calamity Jane

15th April 2025 - 19th April 2025

The whip crackin' musical classic Calamity Jane is coming to the Festival Theatre Edinburgh in 2025, starring multi-award-winning West End star Carrie Hope Fletcher!

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October Drift

15th April 2025

October Drift have gained a strong word-of-mouth following since exploding onto the music scene and you can catch them at Cabaret Voltaire on Tuesday 15th April.

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Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs

15th April 2025

Newcastle based rockers Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs are delighted to announce a new headline UK tour for April 2025 with a date at La Belle Angele on the 15th!

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Aled Jones - Full Circle

16th April 2025

Prepare to hear Aled Jones as you've never heard him before when he brings his Full Circle tour to the Corn Exchange Haddington on Wednesday 16th April.

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Egg Holder - Eco- resin Craft Workshop

16th April 2025

Join Polymorphics on 16th April at We Make Edinburgh for a delightful crafting experience and learn the techniques to craft your very own eggcellent tray!

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Garment Making - 6 Week Evening Class

16th April 2025

Spend 6 consecutive Wednesday evenings in The Edinburgh Sewcial Club studio with an expert tutor and make any garment of your choosing!

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Hallan

16th April 2025

Hallan, an electrifying quartet hailing from Portsmouth, play Sneaky Pete's in Edinburgh on Wednesday April 16th!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Longwood

Selected dates between 16th April 2025 - 11th June 2025
Various Locations East Lothian

Visit Longwood, an extensive, long-established country garden at 800 feet, undergoing renewal. There are ducks and hens, stream and ponds as well as areas of wild garden.

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Tankus

16th April 2025

London based band Tankus, formerly Tankus The Henge, play The Voodoo Rooms on Wednesday 16th April!

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The Trance Empire

16th April 2025

The Trance Empire comes to the Liquid Rooms in Edinburgh on 16th April, showcasing the best Trance music, rising artists & local DJ talent!

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Capella Edina - Experience the Glamour and Magic of Classical Cinema

17th April 2025

Enjoy an evening of music from Hollywood’s Golden Age and a celebration of the glamour and magic of classical cinema on April 17th at the Usher Hall!

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Lab Coats and Love Notes with Ali Hazelwood

17th April 2025

The Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author, Ali Hazelwood, will travel across the pond to share a conversation on love, science, and the art of storytelling!

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Teardrops on My Dildo - Vanessa Larry Mitchell

17th April 2025

Fabulous, filthy and downright hilarious! Brace yourselves for a wild ride of side-splitting hilarity with the modern-day Queen of Sass, Vanessa Larry Mitchell.

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Upcycling Garments - 4 Week Evening Class

17th April 2025

Join The Edinburgh Sewcial Club for 4 evenings and mend, re-size, re-vamp and re-style clothing to breath new life into each garment and build a whole new wardrobe!

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Easter Egg Trail at House of the Binns

18th April 2025 - 20th April 2025

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in House of the Binns' annual Easter Egg Trail!

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Easter Egg Trail at Newhailes House and Gardens

18th April 2025 - 20th April 2025

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Newhailes House and Gardens' annual Easter Egg Trail!

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Easter Egg Trail at Preston Mill

18th April 2025 - 19th April 2025

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Preston Mill's annual Easter Egg Trail!

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Easter Outdoor Fun

Selected dates between 18th April 2025 - 21st April 2025

Enjoy some Easter outdoor fun at Lauriston Castle with an easter trail or egg hunt quiz!

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Heartbreak - The Tom Petty Show

18th April 2025

Fans of the legendary musician Tom Petty, prepare to experience the magic of his music live, when the 'Heartbreak – Tom Petty Show' stops off at The Liquid Room on Friday April 18th!

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Patrick Spicer: Absolutely

18th April 2025

Freshly minted viral superstar Patrick Spicer is hitting the road for his first-ever tour of the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe. Catch him at Monkey Barrel comedy on April 18th!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Blackdykes Garden

Selected dates between 18th April 2025 - 25th April 2025
North Berwick

Blackdykes Garden was created 30 years ago from open fields and the three acre site has extensive views southwards towards the Lammermuirs.

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The Killaz UK

18th April 2025

The Killaz UK are the ultimate tribute to the live shows of the Killers! Don't miss them live at La Belle Angele on Friday 18th April!

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The Musical Box - Genesis Live

18th April 2025

The Musical Box, internationally renowned for its historical accuracy, presents the original GENESIS LIVE performance in painstaking detail and offers an evening of time travel.

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Wild Hogs

18th April 2025

The WILD HOGS are back with a brand new line up for 2025 and back to where it all began!

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Blues and Burlesque

19th April 2025

Following sell-out runs in Edinburgh, Perth and Adelaide, this award-winning live music cabaret is back with a brand-new show at The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 19th April.

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Dallahan with Kim Carnie Trio and Cahalen Morrison

19th April 2025

The internationally acclaimed Dallahan return to Edinburgh for a specially self-curated night of folk music with special guests Kim Carnie Trio and Cahalen Morrison!

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Dookie - A Tribute To Green Day

19th April 2025

Dookie, the UK's longest running tribute to Green Day, have announced a date at Dreadnought Rock on 19th April!

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Easter Egg Hunt!

19th April 2025 - 20th April 2025

Join us in the Children's section at Waterstones Edinburgh West End on 19th and 20th April for activities and an Easter Trail - with prizes!

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Easter Egg Trail at Malleny Garden

19th April 2025 - 20th April 2025

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Kellie Castle's annual Easter Egg Trail!

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Emerald Sunday

19th April 2025

Scottish indie/rock band Emerald Sunday play The Mash House on Saturday 19th April along with special guests Gambit, Save Face and Caspers Ridge!

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Heilung

19th April 2025

Experimental folk collective Heilung, famed for their memorable live shows and intense sets, bring their UK tour to the O2 Academy Edinburgh in April 2025!

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Stuart Laws: Has To Be Joking?

19th April 2025

Stuart Laws is back, fresh from a critically acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Fringe. Don't miss this chance to see a comedian at the top of his game!

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Tapestry Weaving Experience Day

Selected dates between 19th April 2025

This 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.

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Terminal V Festival

19th April 2025 - 20th April 2025

Terminal V Festival returns in spring 2025 for the biggest one to date, marking the 11th ever edition of Terminal V in Edinburgh!

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The Diana Ross Story

19th April 2025

Prepare to be taken on a spellbinding journey visiting one of the greatest musical stories ever told when The Diana Ross Story comes to the Assembly Rooms in April!

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Maria Somerville

20th April 2025

Maria Somerville creates wholly original music that is borne of her roots in Connemara, Western Ireland and you can catch her at Sneaky Pete's on Sunday 20th April!

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Northern Live - Do I Love You

20th April 2025

Northern Live - Do I Love You is a fantastic Northern Soul show featuring an 11-piece live band... don't miss it when it comes to the Assembly Rooms on Sunday 20th April!

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Session A9

20th April 2025

Now in their 21st anniversary year, Session A9 have earned their reputation as one of the best live bands in the country and they play The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh on Sunday 20th April!

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Tim Rice - My Life in Musicals - I Know Him So Well

20th April 2025

Sir Tim Rice, the multi-award-winning, internationally renowned lyricist, will bring his extraordinary live musical theatre event, My Life In Musicals – I Know Him So Well to Edinburgh!

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Valery Meladze: 30th Anniversary Tour

20th April 2025

Valery Meladze heads out on his grandiose anniversary tour dedicated to the 30th anniversary of his career and plays the O2 Academy Edinburgh on Sunday April 20th!

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For The Love of Shane MacGowan

21st April 2025

Direct from their sensational 2024 Edinburgh Fringe sell-out run, For The Love of Shane MacGowan will come to La Belle Angele on Monday 21st April!

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A Century of Scottish Colourists with Alice Strang

22nd April 2025

Join Alice Strang, Curator of the National Galleries of Scotland’s Scottish Colourist series of exhibitions, for this talk on 22nd April.

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David Cross

22nd April 2025

American stand-up comedian and actor David Cross brings his UK tour to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Tuesday 22nd April!

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Elliot Minor

22nd April 2025

After over a decade away, British rock band Elliot Minor are thrilled to announce their return to the stage, performing a very select few UK dates in April, including a date at The Liquid Room!

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Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of)

22nd April 2025 - 26th April 2025

Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen’s most iconic love story. Catch it at the Festival Theatre Edinburgh in April.

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Looking For Me Friend: The Music of Victoria Wood

23rd April 2025 - 24th April 2025

Looking For Me Friend is a funny and touching musical tribute to the much-loved and sorely missed national treasure, Victoria Wood! Catch it at the Traverse Theatre in April!

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Macseal

23rd April 2025

Indie rock band Macseal will play Sneaky Pete's, Edinburgh on Wednesday 23rd April with support from Jetski!

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SCO 2024/25: Re:Connect Tea Dance Concerts

23rd April 2025

Enjoy an afternoon of music and light refreshments as our musicians introduce and perform a lively programme of personally selected pieces designed especially for people living with dementia!

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A Little Inquest Into What We Are All Doing Here

24th April 2025 - 25th April 2025

In 2022 a show was cancelled while it was still in rehearsal. A Little Inquest Into What We Are All Doing Here is a show about censorship and freedom of expression.

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Alexander Bennett: Emotional Daredevil

24th April 2025

Award nominated comedian and hilariously sentimental cynic Alexander Bennett brings his new show 'Emotional Daredevil' to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Thursday 24th April.

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British Business Awards

24th April 2025

The British Business Awards is taking place at the EICC on Thursday 24th April. It's the largest business dinner in the UK and will be hosted by A-list comedian Rob Brydon!

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Joan As Police Woman

24th April 2025

Highly acclaimed American songwriter Joan As Police Woman returns to Edinburgh for a show at The Caves on Thursday 24th April!

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Matt Carmichael ‘Dancing With Embers’ Album Launch

24th April 2025

Join us at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 24th April for the launch of Matt Carmichael's new album 'Dancing With Embers'!

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Mujie Yan plays Handel and Rameau

24th April 2025

Join the Institut français d’Écosse for this concert at St Cecilia’s Hall on 24th April, as Mujie Yan guides us through a captivating harpsichord programme!

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Skerryvore

24th April 2025 - 26th April 2025

As they close in on celebrating their 20th year as a band, Skerryvore limber up by returning to Livingston’s Howden Park Centre for a series of intimate gigs in April!

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90s Silent Disco

25th April 2025

After selling out the first show in Edinburgh Assembly Rooms, the spectacular 90s Silent Disco returns on Friday 25th April.

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Absolute Elvis With Johnny Lee Memphis

25th April 2025

Elvis Tribute Act Johnny Lee Memphis is the official and current World Cup and European Elvis Tribute Champion and you can catch him at the Reconnect Regal Theatre on April 25th!

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Deeper Purple

25th April 2025

If you like your music loud and proud the Deeper Purple show produces the most authentic tribute to the Classic Rock giants, don't miss it at The Voodoo Rooms on Friday 25th April!

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Made in Tennessee

25th April 2025

With a band made up of some of UK's finest country musicians, Made in Tennessee takes you through the decades of the nation's fastest growing music genre.

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MC Hammersmith - The MC Stands For Middle Class

25th April 2025

MC Hammersmith returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy for another evening of improvised comedy raps based entirely on your suggestions!

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Moulin Rouge! The Musical!

25th April 2025 - 14th June 2025

Pop the champagne and prepare for the spectacular spectacular as Moulin Rouge! The Musical begins its World Tour at Edinburgh Playhouse from April 2025!

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Nearly Dan

25th April 2025

Nearly Dan: The Spirit & Sound of Steely Dan are real treat for all music lovers and an unmissable concert for any aspiring musician young or old, catch them at The Liquid Room on 25th April.

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Onslaught

25th April 2025

UK thrash legends 'Onslaught' come to Scotland as part of their world tour celebrating 40 years of Power From Hell! Join them at The Mash House on April 25th!

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Pomegranates Festival

25th April 2025 - 30th April 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

The Traditional Dance Forum of Scotland presents its fourth Pomegranates Festival which will run from Friday 25th to Wednesday 30th April 2025 at various venues across Edinburgh.

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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Mozart’s Requiem

25th April 2025

Principal Guest Conductor Patrick Hahn joins the RSNO Chorus and a terrific team of guest singers to bring the legend of Mozart's Requiem to life!

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Swing That Music with Down for the Count All-Stars

25th April 2025

Join the UK’s hardest swinging band Down for the Count All-Stars for “one hellova celebration of vintage music” (TimeOut London) – it’s time to Swing That Music!

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The Lindisfarne Story

25th April 2025

Founder member Ray Laidlaw and former front man Billy Mitchell are bringing a new instalment of The Lindisfarne Story The Pleasance Edinburgh on Friday 25th April.

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The Scottish Colourists inspired painting workshop

25th April 2025 - 26th April 2025

In this two day workshop at Dovecot in April, celebrate the work of Peploe and Cadell and delve deep into their world of colour!

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The Specials Ltd

25th April 2025

Celebrate the 45th anniversary of the The Specials' classic #1 single 'Too Much Too Young' with a night of music from The Specials Ltd at La Belle Angele on 25th April!

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Tombeau: Couperin & Ravel

25th April 2025

By presenting this 20th century suite alongside the Baroque music and dance that inspired it, we hope to give the audience a unique insight into Maurice Ravel’s creative process.

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Alex Kealy: The Fear

26th April 2025

Alex Kealy is taking his new stand-up show about fear on a national tour with a date at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 26th April!

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Bach and Vivaldi Violin Concertos by Candlelight

26th April 2025

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform a selection of Vivaldi and Bach's magnificent concertos in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles' Cathedral!

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C Duncan

26th April 2025

Catch Glasgow born C Duncan when he plays The Pleasance Edinburgh on Saturday 26th April!

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Ed Chris White @ Music on the Mezzanine

26th April 2025

Enjoy a medley of original and cross-cultural music blending African, Arabic, European and Indian elements at Central Library Edinburgh's Music on the Mezzanine!

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Goldberg Variations by Candlelight

26th April 2025

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional early evening piano recital at the beautiful candlelit venue of St Giles' Cathedral!

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Gypsy Pistoleros

26th April 2025

Dreadnoughtrock welcome back the very unique and brilliant Gypsy Pistoleros on Saturday 26th April.

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Intermediate Embellishment Embroidery: Beading Techniques

26th April 2025

Join Chloe Patience for this intermediate workshop focusing on beading techniques at Dovecot Studios on 26th April.

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Jah Wobble’s Metal Box - Rebuilt in Dub

26th April 2025

Don't miss former Public Image Ltd bassist Jah Wobble as he revisits old stomping ground on new studio album Metal Box: Rebuilt in Dub!

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Japan Sakura at Lauriston Castle

26th April 2025 - 27th April 2025

Join us at Lauriston Castle for the return of the Japan Sakura in Scotland festival on 26th and 27th April!

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Penelope Trappes + support

26th April 2025

Brighton-based Australian Penelope Trappes is a vocalist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist and she brings her UK tour to The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh on 26th April!

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Polwarth Pre-loved Sale

26th April 2025

The Polwarth Pre-loved Sale returns on Saturday 26th April. It's a great opportunity to pick up some bargains and support an amazing local children's charity whilst you do it!

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Portobello Grand Reggae Ball with Messenger Soundsystem - Part 3

26th April 2025

Edinburgh Dub Club and Messenger join forces once again for the Portobello Grand Reggae Ball - Part 3 in the historic Portobello Town Hall on Saturday 26th April!

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Robert Jon & The Wreck

26th April 2025

Californian Southern rockers Robert Jon & The Wreck return to the UK for a Spring Tour with a date at The Liquid Room on 26th April!

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The Cavern Beatles

26th April 2025

Take a Magical 'History' Tour through the works of the greatest pop music phenomenon when The Cavern Beatles perform at The Assembly Rooms on Saturday 26th April!

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The Chicago Blues Brothers - Respect Tour

26th April 2025

The Chicago Blues Brothers have put the band back together to bring you their RESPECT greatest hit’s tour. Catch them at the Usher Hall on Saturday 26th April.

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Bicurious

27th April 2025

Bicurious have made fans all over the world with their unique blend of rock, math-rock, post-rock and unforgettable melodies. Catch them live at The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 27th April!

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Heart of Midlothian Football Club Player of the Year 2024-2025

27th April 2025

Heart of Midlothian’s Player of the Year awards return on Sunday 27th April at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre!

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Kidz Club Party

27th April 2025

Kidz Club Party is coming to the Assembly Rooms Edinburgh, more fun and games, singing and dancing on Sunday 27th April!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Eglinton and Glencairn Gardens

27th April 2025
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Covering two acres, the Eglinton and Glencairn Gardens are an oasis of calm in Edinburgh’s West End, and include a small children’s play area.

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Taylor 22 Tour

27th April 2025

Get Ready Swifties for the Greatest Hits Tour. The ultimate Tribute to the Queen of country “Taylor 22” is coming to Edinburgh!

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The McDougalls: Pirate Adventure

27th April 2025

Packed with singalong songs such as Row Row Row Your Boat and A Sailor Went to Sea, join The McDougalls for a fun-filled afternoon at Church Hill Theatre!

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The Prat Pack

27th April 2025

Four of the country's greatest comedy entertainers, Bradley Walsh, Shane Richie, Joe Pasquale and Brian Conley, will bring The Prat Pack, packed with laughs and songs, to Edinburgh in April!

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When We Were Young

28th April 2025

When We Were Young is both a hilarious and nostalgic look back to 1990s Glasgow as well as a heartbreaking story of stolen youth. Catch it at the Howden Park Centre on 28th April!

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Brown Horse

30th April 2025

Catch Brown Horse, a Norwich-based country rock band, when they play The Voodoo Rooms on Wednesday April 30th!

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Roger Daltrey

30th April 2025

Legendary rock singer Roger Daltrey will bring his special solo tour packed with classic The Who songs, solo hits and his now-famous Q&A sessions to Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Wednesday 30th April!

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Toots And The Maytals Feat. Leba Hibbert

30th April 2025

The Toots and the Maytals legacy lives on with Toots' daughter, Leba Hibbert, now fronting the band. They return for a UK tour including a show at The Queens Hall on April 30th!

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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:

Nick Cope - I’ve Lost My Bobble Hat

Nick Cope - I’ve Lost My Bobble Hat

5th April 2025

Help Nick find his beloved bobble hat in this fun filled musical hour with all your favourite Nick Cope hits and more at Eastwood Park Theatre on Saturday 5th April!

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Eastwood Entertainers - Beauty and the Beast

Eastwood Entertainers - Beauty and the Beast

22nd April 2025 - 26th April 2025

Eastwood Entertainers proudly invites you to Be Their Guest at the most enchanted musical of all time presenting Disney's Beauty and the Beast, which is their 50th anniversary production!

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Crafty Fools: Adventures In Science

Crafty Fools: Adventures In Science

13th April 2025

Join 'The Magical Mr West' on an incredible adventure into the world of science when Crafty Fools come to Eastwood Park Theatre on Sunday 13th April!

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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:

SCO 2024/25: Mozart Sinfonia Concertante

SCO 2024/25: Mozart Sinfonia Concertante

30th April 2025

Lorenza Borrani teams up with SCO Principal Violist Max Mandel in what many consider Mozart’s finest creation: the Sinfonia concertante.

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The Story of Guitar Heroes

The Story of Guitar Heroes

5th April 2025

If you like music and guitars you will LOVE this show... don't miss 'The Story of Guitar Heroes' when it comes to the Adam Smith Theatre on 5th April!

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Derek Ryan Live in Concert

Derek Ryan Live in Concert

3rd April 2025

Irish country sensation Derek Ryan’s road to stardom is set to continue with his biggest concert tour to date and he brings it to Rothes Halls on 3rd April.

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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:

The Mercians

The Mercians

4th April 2025

Fast rising Indie outfit The Mercians have announced a headline show at Slay Glasgow on Friday 4th April as part of their upcoming UK tour!

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Sam Outlaw plus Hannah Aldridge

Sam Outlaw plus Hannah Aldridge

15th April 2025

Get ready for an unforgettable night of country music that will transport you straight to the heart of the American South when Sam Outlaw and Hannah Aldridge play Cottiers on April 15th!

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The Glasgow Phoenix Choir Spring Concert

The Glasgow Phoenix Choir Spring Concert

26th April 2025

The Glasgow Phoenix Choir return to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall's New Auditorium for their Spring Concert with special guests the Ballianlay Choir from the Isle of Bute!

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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:

Bodies of Water

Bodies of Water

27th April 2025

Bodies of Water at Cumbernauld Theatre is a playful, multi-sensory performance experience weaving together movement, choreography, water, objects and sound.

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Guided Meditation

Guided Meditation

Selected dates between 20th February 2025 - 16th October 2025

Meditation on Twin Hearts helps to flush out negative thoughts and emotions that congest our mind and body every day.

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LKP Markets & Events: EK, East Kilbride Market

LKP Markets & Events: EK, East Kilbride Market

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 30th November 2025

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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Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

The Crafters Roadshow - Braehead

The Crafters Roadshow - Braehead

Selected dates between 24th April 2025 - 26th October 2025

Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers when The Crafters Roadshow comes to Braehead Shopping Centre!

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Renfrew Market & Car Boot

Renfrew Market & Car Boot

Selected dates between 17th January 2025 - 19th December 2025

Renfrew Market and Car Boot is held weekly on Fridays at Renfrew FC's New Western Park between 8am and 1pm!

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Paisley Patchers Evening Programme

Paisley Patchers Evening Programme

Selected dates between 2nd September 2024 - 1st December 2025

Interested in quilting? Paisley Patchers meet on the first Monday of each month in Paisley North Church, no experience is necessary all levels welcome!

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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:

Spoon Carving

Spoon Carving

Selected dates between 20th April 2025

Join us for a fun filled Easter Sunday spoon carving workshop with master wood-worker Louise Forbes, learning all the skills you need to carve your very own wooden spoon.

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Denny Health Walk

Denny Health Walk

Selected dates between 12th February 2025 - 17th December 2025

Join Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project for this free weekly walk in Denny. It's a low level, inclusive health walk open to everyone!

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Substate Comedy Club: Macrobert Arts Centre Takeover

Substate Comedy Club: Macrobert Arts Centre Takeover

25th April 2025 - 26th April 2025

Substate is taking over Macrobert Arts Centre for a special star-studded comedy weekend showcasing some of the very best emerging comedians in Scotland right now!

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Events in Other Areas

Highlight Talks

Highlight Talks

Selected dates between 11th September 2024 - 18th June 2025

On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!

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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Selected dates between 5th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!

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Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 7th December 2025

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for 2025 to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!

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Kilmarnock Farmers Market

Kilmarnock Farmers Market

Selected dates between 15th February 2025 - 20th December 2025

Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!

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Jane McCarry: Live

Jane McCarry: Live

12th April 2025

Don't miss a marvelous evening with the brilliantly funny Jane McCarry, best known for her iconic role as Isa in the hit BBC series Still Game, at The Park Hotel on Saturday 12th April!

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Jane McCarry: Live

Jane McCarry: Live

24th April 2025

Don't miss a marvelous evening with the brilliantly funny Jane McCarry, best known for her iconic role as Isa in the hit BBC series Still Game, at Ayr Town Hall on Thursday 24th April!

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High Voltage AC/DC Tribute

High Voltage AC/DC Tribute

26th April 2025

AC/DC Tribute High Voltage will bring their high-octane experience, dedicated to capturing the raw power and timeless energy of Bon Scott era AC/DC, to The Park Hotel on Saturday 26th April!

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Disco Days Edinburgh
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In this two day workshop at Dovecot in April, celebrate the work of Peploe and Cadell and delve deep into their world of colour!
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