Events in Edinburgh in July 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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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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Edinburgh Steiner Teacher Development
Edinburgh Steiner School is offering this Teacher Development course starting on 13th September.
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Chopin by Candlelight
Brought to you by City Music Promotions, treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional evening piano recital at the beautiful venue of 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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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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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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A Night at the Opera by Candlelight (Feat. Nessun Dorma)
Set in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles' Cathedral, enjoy a night with the exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and some of the UK's leading opera singers!
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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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Leith Market
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
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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Edinburgh Farmers Market
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
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
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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The Saturday Show
Join us at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill five act show every Saturday!
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Stockbridge Market
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
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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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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Burly Ceilidh Club
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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Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale
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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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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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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Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at Assembly Roxy
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
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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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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Susan Morrison is historically funny
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!
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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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight
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
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
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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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
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
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
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
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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The Crafters Roadshow - The Centre Livingston
Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers when The Crafters Roadshow comes to The Centre Livingston!
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Portobello Health Walk
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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Jay Lafferty and Liam Withnail - Work in progress
Two of Scotlands stand out stars, Jay Lafferty and Liam Withnail, preview their work in progress shows at The Stand Edinburgh.
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Guided Looking: An Artwork Audio Described
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
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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Ceilidh in Charteris Centre
Edinburgh Ceilidhs invites you to their regular ceilidh in the Charteris Centre with caller Ken Gourlay, ceilidh band and piper!
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ArtSpace in the City Art Centre
Come and have fun in our family area in the Lower Ground Floor at the City Art Centre!
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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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Discover the Joy of Reading in Japanese – Join Our Book Club!
Are you passionate about Japanese but find it difficult to enjoy the learning process? Then join our Japanese Book Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!
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Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation
Uncover the secrets of 17th-century medicine with a hands-on workshop led by an expert from his time: Dr Arnott, who examined his patients’ health by analysing urine’s colour, smell & TASTE!
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Looking to practise speaking Japanese in a relaxed and supportive environment? Then join our Japanese Chat Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!
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West Linton Market
A monthly market for West Linton, held on the first Saturday of the month, showcasing artisan foods, produce and crafts!
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Campfire Improv
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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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House
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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Live Music at The Botanist
The Botanist hosts live music from Thursday to Sunday every week! From acoustic singles, duos, trios and full band, we have it all.
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Fun Play in Mandarin - Language play date
Looking for a fun and interactive way to introduce your little one to Mandarin? Then join us every Wednesday at Little Plaza!
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Snapshots: Gallery Short Talks
Join us on Thursdays at The Palace of Holyroodhouse for a short talk on one of the fascinating photographs in our exhibition Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography!
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Moonspinners
Join us for a new quarterly series of full-moon celebrations, with live storytelling, music and a rotating programme of incredible performers.
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Newhailes Market
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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Boards, Bags & Banter: Edinburgh’s Cornhole Social
Join us at The Biscuit Factory on Mondays for a fun-filled night of tossing bags and making new friends, perfect for all skill levels!
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Guided Touch Tour: Palace of Holyroodhouse
Join Audio Describer Fiona Johnston for a special opportunity for visually impaired and blind visitors to engage with selected features, and handle replica object in the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Humbie Dean
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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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
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Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening
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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Granton Giants: Adult Dodgeball
Looking for a fun and energetic way to stay active? Then come along and join the Granton Giants for these adult dodgeball training sessions every Tuesday!
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Chocolate Love Match - Fort Kinnaird
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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Disco Days Edinburgh
Scotland's beloved over 30s afternoon clubbing event Disco Days is back at Club Tropicana Edinburgh in 2025!
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Book now to secure one of the limited spaces available for Hotel Chocolat Edinburgh Fort Kinnaird's exclusive, guided chocolate tasting experiences!
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Book now to secure one of the limited spaces available for Hotel Chocolat Edinburgh Frederick Street's exclusive, guided chocolate tasting experiences!
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Eco-Lampshade Workshop
Make your own, eco-friendly lampshade in a relaxed environment at this workshop run by Joy Revival Design Studio!
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Dog Training in Edinburgh
Dogs Trust Dog School Edinburgh offer training classes for dogs at all stages of their lives, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment.
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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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Introduction to Transmission Meditation - Edinburgh
Transmission Meditation is a simple group meditation providing both a dynamic service to the world and powerful personal spiritual development.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst
Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.
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RSPB Scotland at Lauriston Castle
Come and visit the RSPB stand at Lauriston Castle to find out how we are giving nature a home and how you can get involved.
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99 Red Hot Kitties and a Cockatoo
Come and enjoy an afternoon filled with Burlesque, Drag, and Cabaret at at The Lab in CC Blooms!
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Ghosts of the Banshee
Are you brave enough to attend an unsettling night of ghosts in the Banshee Labyrinth - Scotland's Most Haunted Pub - built into the legendary South Bridge Vaults.
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Monster Cabaret
Join Madame Maeve for her creepy cabaret at the Banshee Labyrinth, as she host a collection of familiar monsters but not as you know them.
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Ian Smith: Work In Progress
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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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: A Blackbird Sings
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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FULL MOON with Transmission Meditation
Join Share International Scotland for a powerful group meditation and work of planetary service at the time of the full moon each month!
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Dr. Bonk’s Macarbaret
Scotland's silliest surgeon, Dr. Bonk, is back with his hit SELL-OUT SHOW 'Dr Bonk's Macarbaret', an evening of drag, burlesque, music, comedy, and medical mayhem!
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The World of King James VI and I
Marking the 400-year anniversary of King James’s death, this exhibition will chart his remarkable reign through stories of friendship, family, feuds and ambition.
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Arthur’s Amble
Come along for a gentle guided walk around Hunter’s Bog and St. Margaret’s Loch and learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Some Kind of Tours: 5 million years of Edinburgh history in 90 minutes
Unearth the twisted tales of Greyfriars Kirkyard and uncover Scotland's sinister past on this unique, 90 minute walking tour of Edinburgh’s atmospheric Old Town.
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Nurture Through Nature with Children’s Books
Delve into the Museum of Childhood’s book collection and explore the links between wellbeing and nature introduced to us through books from an early age.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 101 Greenbank Crescent
101 Greenbank Crescent hides a fascinating garden on a steeply sloped site, with views over Braidburn Valley Park to the Pentland hills.
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Summer Course Drop - Edinburgh Open Workshop
Unlock your potential as Edinburgh Open Workshop announces a range of new summer courses suitable for first-time makers and those looking to improve their skills.
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High Speed Seafari Adventure
Experience the thrill of the Firth of Forth on Maid of the Forth's 1-hour RIB trips! Perfect for adventure-seekers and nature lovers alike.
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The Steading Rosewell Farmers Market
The Steading Rosewell Farmers Market is launching on Sunday 4th May 2025, bringing the community together to enjoy a vibrant market!
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The Neighbourgood Market
The Neighbourgood Market is an open air food and drink market in Stockbridge, Edinburgh, taking place between 7th May and 27th July.
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Clown Extravaganza
Catch silly, surreal, absurdist comedy and clowning from Phil O'Shea in the Cinema Room at The Banshee Labyrinth!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Bridgend Farmhouse Community Allotments
Discover a hidden gem in South Edinburgh, under the backdrop of Arthur's Seat, a peaceful community growing space where everyone is welcome!
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Your Art World
Your Art World is a colourful exhibition, showcasing the artwork of creative 3–18-year-olds from across Scotland, at the National Galleries of Scotland: National.
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Scottish Folk Music Cruise with Pure Malt
Step aboard Maid of the Forth for a magical evening on a Scottish Folk Cruise with live music from the fantastic Pure Malt!
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Doug Cocker: Threads
Doug Cocker, one of Scotland’s leading sculptors, unveils a dynamic new body of work at Dovecot Studios in collaboration with The Scottish Gallery.
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Ghosts - Tales of Terror at Lauriston Castle
Come along and see the sights of Lauriston Castle as never seen before – hear the history of the castle and ghostly tales of the city!
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Sketching Nature and Architecture at Lauriston Castle
Edinburgh’s favourite sketcher makes a welcome return to Lauriston Castle with some sketching workshops!
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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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John Bellany: A Life in Self-Portraiture
John Bellany: A Life in Self-Portraiture captures the span of an extraordinary life and career, told through the lens of the artist’s own eyes and the words of the people who knew him best.
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MC Hammersmith’s Freestyle Breakdown (WIP)
MC Hammersmith returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy with his work in progress show! No preparation, no plan - just entirely untethered improv madness!
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Chris Turner: Work In Progress
Enjoy an hour and a half of jokes, songs, and freestyle rap from Chris Turner, the first comedian to ever perform a Las Vegas residency with Cirque Du Soleil!
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Resistance
Resistance explores how acts of resistance have shaped life in the UK, and the powerful role of photography in documenting and driving change.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Claremont
Claremont is an eclectic garden created over the past 18 years. There are three ponds (one very large), a rockery, a dovecot, rose patio and a few interesting trees including a grand monkey puzzle.
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Monkeys: Our Primate Family
See some of the rarest and most endangered primates on Earth in 'Monkeys: Our Primate Family' at the National Museum of Scotland.
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Edinburgh Summer Camp 2025 at George Watson’s College
Miniversity Holiday Camps are returning to George Watson’s College this Summer and are specifically designed for children age 5-12 years!
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RZSS Summer School
Discover amazing animals and cultures from around the world and connect with nature at the RZSS Summer School at Edinburgh Zoo!
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Summer CAT
Summer CAT is based out of Edinburgh Zoo’s Wildlife Garden where children spend all day outside getting mucky and getting hands on with conservation!
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Dear Evan Hansen
The Olivier, Tony & Grammy Award-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen comes to the Edinburgh Playhouse in 2025, the first time that the Broadway and West End phenomenon will tour the UK!
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Nick Shoulders
Nick Shoulders will bring The Pond Hopper tour to Edinburgh's Cabaret Voltaire on Tuesday 1st July!
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The Teskey Brothers
Australian soul sensations The Teskey Brothers have revealed they will be back in the UK in 2025, with a date at the Usher Hall on Tuesday 1st July!
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Krystal Evans & Sam Lake WIP
Krystal Evans and Sam Lake bring you dirty previews of their pretty new shows to prepare for their big launch at the Edinburgh Fringe.
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Rambert: KISMET
The Festival Theatre is delighted to present this double bill in association with Rambert and to host the World Premiere of Gallery of Consequence!
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Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Dalkeith Country Park
Adventure Cinema, the UK's largest outdoor cinema tour, returns this summer with incredible movies to watch under the sun and stars at Dalkeith Country Park!
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Kaiser Chiefs
The Kaiser Chiefs will play Edinburgh Castle on Friday 4th July, celebrating 20 years of 'Employment'!
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Misty Blues Band with support from the James Emmanuel Band
The Edinburgh Blues Club is delighted to present the Misty Blues Band with support from the James Emmanuel Band at The Voodoo Rooms on Friday 4th July
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Music from the Movies by Candlelight
Join world-renowned London Concertante as they perform some of the most iconic film scores and soundtracks by mesmerising candlelight at St Giles' Cathedral on Friday 4th July!
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Queen by Candlelight
Queen By Candlelight returns to The Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh on Friday 4th July 2025!
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The Deadinburgh Festival
Taking place between The Hive Nightclub and it's neighbour The Banshee Labyrinth, The Deadinburgh Festival is a 2 day festival dedicated to Goth Music & Culture!
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The McDougalls: Magic Castle
Packed with singalong songs, musical mayhem and bucket loads of audience participation, this five star family show from The McDougalls is the perfect summer show for your little ones!
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Ayo Adenekan: Black Mediocrity
Ayo Adenekan makes his highly anticipated Fringe debut with a hilarious and heartfelt show about growing up in Scotland.
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Colour Plate Lithography Summer Course
Combine plate lithography and monoprinting techniques in this exploratory 3-day workshop led by Edinburgh Printmakers' Head of Editions, Alastair Clark from 5th to 7th July!
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Dawn Landes
Catch American singer-songwriter and musician Dawn Landes when she plays the Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 5th July!
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Dean T Beirne: Fated to Pretend (WIP)
Finalist for the BBC New Comedy Awards 2023 and star of Rosie Jones’ Comedy Disability Extravaganza, presents his debut, 'Fated to Pretend' at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 5th July!
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Marti Pellow
Castle Concerts are delighted to announce Marti Pellow will play Edinburgh Castle on Friday 5th July as part of his Love is All Around Tour.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Papple Steading
Come and visit the gardens of Papple Steading, the paddock and a short walk away is Papple Wood and Wildflower Meadow, possibly the largest meadow of its kind in the county!
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The Music Of Taylor Swift By Candlelight
Swifties, get ready to Shake It Off! The Music of Taylor Swift by Candlelight is here, and it’s pure Magic!
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The Smiths Ltd
With an authenticity and provenance that's hard to beat The Smiths Ltd are the ultimate tribute, don't miss them live at The Liquid Room on Saturday 5th July!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 77 Kirk Brae
77 Kirk Brae features a mix of mature and younger trees, herbaceous beds and borders, a vegetable patch, lawn, a 19th century cast iron vinery, an old monkey puzzle, pond and a patio.
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Little Plaza Summer Multi-Activities Camp
Little Plaza in Leith is hosting a Multi-Activity Summer Camp on weekdays from July 7th to 31st, it's perfect for children aged 6–10 years!
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Reverend Richard Coles: Borderline National Trinket
After phenomenal demand for the first dates last year, Reverend Richard Coles returns for a new leg of his first ever full national tour! Don't miss him at The Assembly Rooms in July!
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Summer Outdoor Club
Dynamic Earth’s Summer Outdoor Club is back. Join us for fun and adventure in Holyrood Park, perfect for kids aged between 7 to 12 who love being outdoors and exploring the natural world!
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William Dalrymple - How Ancient India Transformed the World
Don't miss this chance to hear William Dalrymple tell the story of how India became the great intellectual and philosophical superpower of ancient Asia.
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream
The Three Inch Fools are back at Lauriston Castle on 9th July with A Midsummer Night’s Dream, to celebrate their 10th anniversary!
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Glengoyne, Tamdhu and Rosebank with Ian Macleod
Join Alan Wardrop as he presents the new spirit from Tamdhu, Glengoyne and Rosebank alongside 3 well-aged and rather fancy expressions at Drinkmonger on Wednesday 9th July!
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Matt Chorley: Making A Meal Of It
Award-winning writer, podcaster, comedian and BBC Radio 5 Live presenter Matt Chorley, brings his new show to The Stand Edinburgh on Wednesday 9th July!
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Ludovico Einaudi
Castle Concerts are delighted to announce Ludovico Einaudi, one of the most successful musicians in the world, will perform at Edinburgh Castle on Thursday 10th and Friday 11th July!
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Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival
The Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival returns from 11th to 20th July 2025, presenting a programme that spans the entire history of the music from ragtime to modern jazz to Chicago blues and beyond.
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Tamsyn Kelly: Work in Progress
Continuing her life’s theme of total chaos, catch Tamsyn Kelly with her new WIP at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Friday 11th July!
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Anton & Giovanni - Together Again
The nation's favourite dancing double act, Anton Du Beke and Giovanni Pernice, will bring their brand new show, Together Again, to the Festival Theatre Edinburgh on Saturday 12th July!
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Cannae Beat A Boat Party - DRUMA & Shaneo
Get ready to set sail for an unforgettable adventure on the Edinburgh canals, where the city's scenic waterways become your dancefloor!
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Drawn and Painterly Approaches to Etching Summer Course
Join us at Edinburgh Printmakers from 12th - 14th July for this 3-day Drawn & Painterly Approaches to Etching course with Robert Powell!
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KT Tunstall
KT Tunstall, the Grammy-nominated, Brit Award-winning artist, will bring her electrifying live show to The Genesis Scottish Open on Saturday, 12th July.
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RSPBA UK Pipe Band Championships
The Royal Highland Centre is delighted to announce a new collaboration with the Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association (RSPBA) to host the UK Pipe Band Championships on 12th of July.
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Scottish Colour Floristry
Join Florist Lottie Longman to discover how colour and the landscape of East Lothian inform her work.
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Sikisa: Work In Progress
Sikisa, a three-time Leicester Comedy Festival nominee, brings her new work in progress show to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 12th July!
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The Elvis Revolution
Multi Award Winning Elvis Tribute Artists Louis Brown and Arron Walker bring you all the electrifying magic of the revolution that was, Mr Elvis Presley!
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Harry Potter & The Chamber Of Secrets In Concert with the RSNO
Edinburgh Castle Concerts presents a unique and immersive experience that combines Harry Potter & The Chamber Of Secrets with the power of live music from the Royal Scottish National Orchestra.
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Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
Back by popular demand, musical maestro Jools Holland and his famous Rhythm & Blues Orchestra play the Usher Hall on Sunday 13th July!
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Sashiko Embroidery Workshop
Come along and explore the beautiful world of Japanese Sashiko embroidery at this craft class run by The Edinburgh Sewcial Club on Sunday 13th July!
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Hannah Juanita
Country singer/songwriter Hannah Juanita brings her UK tour to Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Monday 14th July!
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Summer Family Fun
Drop-in for some holiday fun and games at the National Museum of Scotland this summer.
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Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival: Curtis Stigers
Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival is delighted to welcome back one of the greatest jazz singers of our age, Curtis Stigers and top-class US band on 17th July!
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Doss & Crop Rot
Electronic post-punk trio Doss from Glasgow and Kentucky-based punk band Crop Rot play Sneaky Pete's on Friday 18th July!
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Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival: Colin Steele: STRAMASH
Colin Steele’s STRAMASH has made waves since its inception in 2006 and Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival are delighted to premiere new music from the second album!
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IKEA: Magical Patterns
IKEA Museum's Magical Patterns exhibition comes to Dovecot Studios, celebrating 60 years of innovative textile design.
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Irvine Welsh’s PORNO
The sequel to Trainspotting, Irvine Welsh's PORNO comes to Leith Theatre on 18th & 19th July!
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Out of The Blue - A Celebration of Joni Mitchell
After repeated sell out shows, Anne Gair and her band are taking the show on the road again in 2025 with a date at The Voodoo Rooms on 18th July!
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The Beyond Broadway Experience: Footloose
The Beyond Broadway Experience brings you Footloose, celebrating the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind.
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The Quo Story
The Quo Story, celebrating 60 years of "The No 1 Rock & Roll Band in the Land", comes to the Reconnect Regal Theatre on 18th July!
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Collagraph Summer Course
Join artist and printmaker Gillian Murray at Edinburgh Printmakers to develop your collagraph skills on this three day course in July!
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Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival: corto.alto + support
A lynchpin of Glasgow’s flourishing jazz scene, corto.alto brings together some of Scotland’s finest players to create a heady mix of jazz, hip-hop, broken beat, electronica, dub, and punk.
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Relaxed Morning: Palace of Holyroodhouse
The Palace of Holyroodhouse offers this relaxed opening on Saturday 19th July. It's a chance to explore the palace in a calm, tranquil atmosphere.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Amisfield Walled Garden
Amisfield Walled Garden is a large 18th-century walled garden, abandoned for many years and since transformed by volunteers.
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Youth Fountain
Youth Fountain is cemented as a driving force in the world of emotionally charged pop-punk and emo revival, don't miss them live at Sneaky Pete's on Saturday 19th July!
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Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival: An Evening with Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Bobby Rush
Multi-Platinum, Grammy-nominated global superstar Kenny Wayne Shepherd performs with the legendary Bobby Rush, following the massive success of their album ‘Young Fashioned Ways’!
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Scottish Festival of Motoring
The Scottish Festival of Motoring returns to the Royal Highland Centre Edinburgh on Sunday 20th July 2025, it's a must go event for all the family!
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Alice Cooper
Alice Cooper is simply one the greatest rock shows on the planet and he brings his incredible band to Edinburgh Playhouse on Wednesday 23rd July as part of his 2025 UK tour!
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The Ultimate Irish Hooley
Join Keltic Storm and an all-star cast of award winning musicians and singers for The Ultimate Irish Hooley at Reconnect Howden Park on 23rd July!
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Watt Whisky Tasting With Mark & Kate Watt
Join much-loved ex-employee, Mark Watt and his wife Kate at Drinkmonger for a Watt Whisky Tasting on Wednesday 23rd July!
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Physic Garden: Flower Arranging
Join florist and Royal Warrant holder Lottie Longman on 24th July to explore the flowers of the Physic Garden at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, then create your own bouquet to take home.
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The Dinosaur That Pooped
Adapted for the stage from the number 1 best-selling books by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, The Dinosaur That Pooped is coming to Edinburgh Playhouse on Thursday 24th July!
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Comedy Ball Edinburgh
Join Breakneck Comedy at Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club on Saturday 26th July for the funniest party in town!
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Might & Magic Tour
Calling all warriors, wizards, pirates, and vikings! The Might & Magic tour comes to Legends Edinburgh, bringing an epic night of folk and power metal from the hottest new bands on the scene!
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Mindfulness Based Wellbeing Retreat
Join The Mindful Enterprise for this reinvigorating day of mindfulness practices, in the stunning surroundings of Dalkeith Country Park.
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Screenprinting Summer Course
This 4-day expanded practice screenprinting summer course is taking place at Edinburgh Printmakers from 26th -29th July!
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Singaporean Street Food with Ruzita
Come and enjoy an exciting morning with Ruzita learning to make authentic Singaporean street food on 26th July at the Cyrenians Flavour and Haver Cook School.
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The Garden Party
Get ready for a magical weekend of music, creativity, and unforgettable family fun when The Garden Party takes over the Royal Highland Centre on 26th 7 27th July!
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The National Gardening & Outdoor Living Show
The National Gardening & Outdoor Living Show at the Royal Highland Centre is fun-filled event for all the family, offering entertainment and activities for both children and adults!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Craigentinny Telferton Allotments
Come and enjoy tea, home baking and a chat with our friendly plot-holders at this independent allotment site is a tranquil and charming space, hidden away in a built-up area!
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St Mary’s Music School - Summer Schools
Located in the heart of Edinburgh, our Summer Schools provide an inspiring backdrop for young musicians, aged between 10 and 18, to explore their talents and expand their musical horizons.
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Biscuit Barrel: The 69-Sketch Show (2025 Edition)
69 sketches in an hour! The UK's fastest sketch show returns to the Fringe for its sixth year, featuring new sketches for 2025!
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Edinburgh Festival Fringe
The Edinburgh Fringe returns from 30th July to 25th August 2025 with artists and performers taking to hundreds of stages all over the city to present shows for every taste.
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Edinburgh International Festival: Make it Happen
Set in Edinburgh, Make it Happen sees legendary actor Brian Cox return to the Scottish stage for the first time in a decade as Adam Smith, the ghost of fiscal past.
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Garry Starr: Classic Penguins
Garry Starr is back! The multi-award-winning, sartorially shy comic wunderkind returns to the Fringe with his acclaimed anarchic masterclass: Garry Starr: Classic Penguins!
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How To Win Against History
The solid gold, diamante-studded hit is back, bigger and more sparkly than ever in a run at the Fringe from 30 July – 24 August!
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Lola: A Flamenco Love Story
Lola is a vibrant new dance musical fusing passionate contemporary flamenco with the rousing rhythms of Latin pop and jazz. Catch it at the EICC as part of the Fringe!
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Singin’ I’m No a Billie, She’s a Tim
Back with an all female cast, Singin I'm No a Billy SHE'S a Tim will have you laughing and crying so hard, you'll be begging for full time!
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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:
Glasgow Breastfeeding Buddies Support Group - Barrhead
Glasgow Breastfeeding Buddies offer FREE breastfeeding support to families in the Greater Glasgow area, join them for their weekly support group at Dunterlie Resource Centre on Thursdays!
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Barrhead Foundry Indoor Market
The Barrhead Foundry Indoor Market is your local indoor arts & crafts market held on the second Saturday of every month between March and October, with a festive weekend edition in November!
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Weekly Macmillan Cancer Support & Information Drop-in at Barrhead Foundry
Every week at Barrhead Foundry, trained Macmillan volunteers offer a friendly listening ear to anyone affected by cancer, including those with a cancer diagnosis, as well as family and friends.
READ MOREEvents in Fife
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Kirkcaldy Boot and Mart
Kirkcaldy Boot and Mart at Mitchelston Industrial Estate is an indoor and outdoor market held every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday... all welcome!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens of Monimail Tower
Visit Monimail Tower gardens, a 19th century walled garden and orchard, built around a 15th century tower, the remains of Cardinal Beaton's summer palace.
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The Kingdom Classic Motor Show
Join Flat Out Scotland on the 20th of July for the Kingdom Classic Motor Show at The Scottish Vintage Bus Museum!
READ MOREEvents in Glasgow
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Looking For Laughs - A Real Blind Date With A Kiss Of Comedy
If you like dating shows like Love is Blind or Married at First Sight, you're going to love Looking For Laughs, a hilarious mash-up of your favorite dating show and Whose Line Is It Anyway?
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The Rat Pack - Live In Concert
Get ready to swing into the Golden Age of Hollywood and experience the timeless sounds of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr with The Rat Pack – Live In Concert at The Pavilion Theatre!
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DECADES - Beatles & Beyond with Itchycoo Park
Itchycoo Park are excited to announce a three set performance with a full set dedicated to one of the most influential bands of all time - The Beatles!
READ MOREEvents in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Just Beatles
You'll think you're experiencing the Fab Four live in concert when you catch Just Beatles live at the Henderson Theatre in Shotts on Friday 18th July!
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Antiques and a Little Bit of Nonsense
Three of the country's favourite television personalities from the world of antiques entertain you with tales from the saleroom, television and beyond.
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An Evening With Ricky Tomlinson
Royle Family and Brookside star Ricky Tomlinson is coming to Condorrat Social Club for a fantastic event... An Evening With Ricky Tomlinson hosted by Asa Murphy!
READ MOREEvents in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
The Ultimate Irish Hooley
Join Keltic Storm and an all-star cast of award winning musicians and singers for The Ultimate Irish Hooley at Paisley Town Hall on Saturday 26th July!
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Browns Lane Market
Paisley's artisan market, Browns Lane Market, showcases a wide range of hand made crafts, food and drink from a whole host of local creatives and producers!
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Hotel Chocolat Braehead’s Love Match Event
Book now to secure one of the limited spaces available for Hotel Chocolat Braehead's exclusive, guided chocolate tasting experiences!
READ MOREEvents in Stirling
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Smoke and Steel: The History of Scotland’s Railways
This exhibition at Stirling Castle charts the rise, decline and renewal of Scotland's railways.
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We Three Kings
A welcome return of the show that celebrates three Icons of Rock n Roll Music Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly, & Elvis Presley.
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Iona Lane
Highlands-based songwriter Iona Lane, weaves ecology, conservation, islands and folklore into poetic songs and contemplative melodies. Catch her at the Tolbooth Stirling on 3rd July!
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
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, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for 2025 to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!
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Kilmarnock Farmers Market
Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!
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Largs Market
You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!
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Kelburn Garden Party
The Kelburn Garden Party is a music and arts festival that explodes across numerous stages, nooks and spaces throughout the magical glen and stunning gardens that surround Kelburn Castle!
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