Events in Edinburgh on 18 April 2026
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Events in Edinburgh
Alfred Buckham: Daredevil Photographer
Take to the skies and discover the world from above the clouds through the remarkable work of Alfred Buckham: Daredevil Photographer at the National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait.
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Almost Impossible 2.0: Martin Brock
Martin Brock is back at the Fringe with an electrifying, one-of-a-kind spectacle of slick, mind-bending magic, laugh-out-loud comedy, cutting-edge video production and astonishing illusions!
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ARTIST ROOMS
Discover three of the biggest names in modern and contemporary art at Modern One this summer with a series of free ARTIST ROOMS displays in Edinburgh.
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Blue Rose Code
Edinburgh's son, Ross Wilson, returns with his Blue Rose Code band to showcase his brand-new studio album at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Saturday 18th April.
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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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David Elms Describes A Room
Following sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe and London's Soho Theatre, veteran improviser David Elms brings his cult hit show to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 18th April!
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Dear Library
To mark our 100th birthday, the National Library of Scotland presents a special exhibition, 'Dear Library'.
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Desperados
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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Doctor Bonk’s Macarbaret
Dr Bonk, Scotland's silliest surgeon, presents the Macarbaret: a madcap hour of drag, burlesque, music, comedy, and medical mayhem!
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Edinburgh Nuclear Bunker Tour
Don't miss an amazing opportunity to see part of Scotland's Cold War History on the Barnton Nuclear Bunker Tours every Saturday and Sunday!
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Edinburgh Open House Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh Open House Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, held in the Royal British Legion Hall! Great informal fun night suitable for all ages (10yrs+).
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Edinburgh Science Festival
Exploring the theme Going Global, Edinburgh Science Festival 2026 will showcase the research and innovation created through international partnerships that address shared challenges!
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Hays Community Education Courses (Free and accredited)
Hays Community Hub is excited to launch a brand-new learning opportunity designed to support you every step of the way.
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Hays Community Hub Volunteer drop in
Interested in volunteering? Them come along to Hays Community Hub Volunteer drop in day on Thursday 20th November - we’d love to welcome you to the team!
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Italian Baroque: Monika d’Ermo Recital followed by Cenacolo Musicale
The Institut Francais d’Ecosse partners with the Italian Consulate in Edinburgh and the Italian Institute of Culture for an exceptional Night of Italian Baroque Music on Saturday 18th April.
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Jubilate Children’s Choir
Jubilate is St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral's new junior choir, held every Friday during term time in the Song School on the Cathedral grounds.
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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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Matthew Bourne’s The Red Shoes
An intoxicating drama where life imitates art with fateful consequences, Matthew Bourne's The Red Shoes will dazzle your senses and break your heart when it comes to the Festival Theatre Edinburgh!
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Motown by Candlelight
Put of your dancing shoes, grab your Baby Love and get ready to experience the Rhythm Of The Night, at the ultimate Motown celebration at the Assembly Rooms in April!
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Priscilla Queen Of The Desert The Musical
Grab your heels, pack the glitter, and get ready to Shake Your Groove Thing once again when Priscilla Queen Of The Desert The Musical comes to Edinburgh Playhouse!
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Royal Mile International Piano Series
Set against the magnificent backdrop of St Giles’ Cathedral — illuminated by candlelight - these concerts promise an unforgettable musical experience!
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Rugby for Beginners
Corstorphine Cougars are running free beginners classes every Tuesday for Females of all ages who would like to try Rugby!
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Stand Up Horror
Improvised, macabre tales featuring (voluntary!) members of the audience as actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night at Stand Up Horror!
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Terminal V Festival
The walls are set to shake and the earth will rumble once more as the Terminal V Festival returns to the Edinburgh’s Royal Highland Centre on 18th and 19th April 2026.
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The Biba Story: 1964–1975
The Biba Story explores how fashion phenomenon Biba blossomed to become the world’s first lifestyle label, sparking a revolution in how people shopped.
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The Burning Hell
Canada's The Burning Hell will play The Mash House, Edinburgh on Saturday 18th April!
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The Early Saturday Show!
Join us at the Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill act show!
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Unmasked: Exploring Scottish Portraiture
Featuring examples of painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking and photography, the exhibition at City Art Centre spans almost 400 years of artistic production.
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We Are The Witches. We Are, Hear
This is an exhibition of textile artwork by 70 wise women artist using their craft to Challenge, Disturb and Disrupt. Catch it at The House of Smalls in August!
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What I’m Here For
What I’m Here For is a fast-moving fusion of new European writing and visual imagination, which explores the tragi-comic collateral of hospitals and human choices.
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Events in Fife
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Jack Docherty in The Chief - Still No Apologies
Jack Docherty, BAFTA award-winning star of Scot Squad, The Chief, and Absolutely, comes to Carnegie Hall after packed-out Fringe runs in 2024 & 2025!
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Guided Walks Of The Old Course
Join an expert guide on a tour of the world's most famous golf course. Walk in the footsteps of icons of the game and experience a player's eye view of the fabled links.
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Big Girls Don’t Cry
Come and experience the iconic sounds of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons authentically recreated by a phenomenal cast and live band!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Glasgow Kiss: The Musical
From the writer of The Tommy Burns Story & PORNO comes Glasgow Kiss: The Musical, featuring songs by artists connected with the Greatest City in the World!
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Celtic Park Stadium Tour
Experience the magic within, soak up the history and feel the passion at Celtic Park Stadium, Scotland's largest football stadium, on this one hour guided tour.
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Leap then Look: Play Interact Explore
Play Interact Explore is an exhibition of interactive artworks and resources created by Leap Then Look, which is artists Lucy Cran and Bill Leslie.
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Jessies
From the producer of Dragged Tae the Steamie... Jessies is an award-winning new comedy that's fierce, funny, and full of heart!
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Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks
Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regular health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!
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The Utterly Revolting Science Show
Expect enormous bottoms, edible fireworks, burp machines and the world's loudest fart when The Utterly Revolting Science Show comes to Cumbernauld Theatre on Saturday 18th April!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Lindisfarne
Don't miss legendary 70's folk-rock pioneers Lindisfarne live at the Beacon Arts Centre on Saturday 18th April!
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Fraser John Lindsay’s Blues Incentive
Local guitarist Fraser John Lindsay and his amazing melting pot of top musicians return to play Paisley Arts Centre with electrifying Australian-born singer Charlotte Marshall!
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International Arena League
Arena football makes its debut in Scotland as the International Arena League (IAL) takes over Braehead Arena for an action-packed summer season!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
There’s A Snake In My School
A ssssspectacularly funny new musical, full of mischief, mayhem and songsssss, based on the number one bestselling book by David Walliams.
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The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith
This exhibition showcases some of The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum’s remarkable art collection.
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