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Events in Edinburgh in October 2025

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Events in Edinburgh

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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Kae Kurd: Whats O’Kurd

2nd October 2025

Stand up sensation and social media star Kae Kurd returns with his highly anticipated brand new tour: What’s O’Kurd. Catch him at Monkey Barrel Comedy in October 2025!


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Uptown Girl - The Billy Joel Collection

2nd October 2025

This stunning new stage production celebrates the legacy of Billy Joel, one of the greatest American musicians of all time!

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War Horse

2nd October 2025 - 11th October 2025

The National Theatre’s global smash-hit production of War Horse returns to the Festival Theatre in October 2025!

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Thomas Green - Brainstorm

4th October 2025

Comedian Thomas Green is taking new show Brainstorm across the UK in 2025 with a date at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 3rd October!

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Tom Houghton: Deep

8th October 2025

After a phenomenal, sold-out international tour, the man who asked us, Do you ski? is turning everything upside down and asking, Do you scuba? as Tom Houghton brings his new tour to Edinburgh!

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Jo Whiley’s 90s Anthems

10th October 2025

Prepare for a night of Britpop nostalgia and high-energy beats when the undisputed queen of 90s British music, Jo Whiley, comes to the O2 Academy Edinburgh on Friday 10th October 2025!

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Lang Lang

10th October 2025

Performing a triple musical masterpiece, Lang Lang recreates the wonderful classics from the world's most prolific and acclaimed composers: Schumann, Schubert and Chopin!

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Riverdance

10th October 2025 - 11th October 2025

To celebrate an incredible 30th year milestone, Riverdance will embark on a special anniversary tour in 2025, bringing its magic to the Edinburgh Playhouse in October!

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Gin & Rum Festival

11th October 2025

The UK’s largest touring Gin & Rum Festival returns to Edinburgh's Assembly Rooms on 11th October 2025!

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Wet Wet Wet

11th October 2025

Wet Wet Wet have announced a huge tour of the UK for 2025 which will see them perform at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Saturday 11th October!

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Helena Kay Quartet: Album Launch

16th October 2025

This concert will launch Helena Kay’s as yet unnamed third album and will feature Helena alongside Peter Johnstone (piano), Calum Gourlay (bass) and Alyn Cosker (drums).

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Six

21st October 2025 - 25th October 2025

From the West End to Broadway, the international smash hit musical SIX returns to Edinburgh Playhouse in October 2025!

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Adam Frost

26th October 2025

Award-winning British garden designer and BBC Gardeners’ World presenter, Adam Frost, is leaving the garden and heading back out on tour, with a date at Assembly Rooms!

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Legend - The Music of Bob Marley

31st October 2025

Legend, the music of Bob Marley is an unforgettable evening celebrating this musical icon in one fantastic stage show extravaganza!

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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:

Monteiths Bar Quiz Night

Monteiths Bar Quiz Night

Selected dates between 10th September 2024 - 30th December 2025

Join Monteiths Bar for their weekly Tuesday quiz night hosted by the fun and charismatic Chris Wainwright!

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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:

John Lydon: I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right

John Lydon: I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right

10th October 2025

John Lydon is touring the UK to coincide with the publication of his new book, the brilliant, funny and insightful 'I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right' catch him at Rothes Halls!

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Acari Comedy Hypnotist

Acari Comedy Hypnotist

4th October 2025

Comedy hypnotist Acari brings his brand-new show to The Adam Smith Theatre on Saturday 5th October.

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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:

AJ Bell Great Scottish Run

AJ Bell Great Scottish Run

5th October 2025

The AJ Bell Great Scottish Run is an incredible weekend of running that includes a 10k & half marathon on Sunday 5th October and Junior & Mini event on Saturday 4th October!

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Tom Houghton: Deep

Tom Houghton: Deep

9th October 2025

After a phenomenal, sold-out international tour, the man who asked us, Do you ski? is turning everything upside down and asking, Do you scuba? as Tom Houghton brings his new tour to Glasgow!

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Stephen Bailey: Tart

Stephen Bailey: Tart

12th October 2025

Stephen Bailey makes a very welcome return to the stage with his brand new live show, TART, don't miss him live at The Stand Glasgow on Sunday 12th October!

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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:

Nik Kershaw: Musings and Lyrics

Nik Kershaw: Musings and Lyrics

11th October 2025

Join Nik Kershaw, the man whose music defined the 80s, as he shares songs, stories and silliness at Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 11 October as part of an intimate tour!

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Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

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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Renfrewshire Walking Network Community Walks

Renfrewshire Walking Network Community Walks

Selected dates between 21st October 2024 - 23rd December 2025

Enjoy some fresh air and activity on one of Renfrewshire Walking Network's free weekly health walks, held in locations across Renfrewshire!

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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:

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

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

1st March 2023 - 1st January 2028

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

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The UK Pink Floyd Experience

The UK Pink Floyd Experience

30th October 2025

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

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Events in Other Areas

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