Days Out Events in Edinburgh on 17 August 2024
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Events in Edinburgh
Cold War Scotland
Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict.
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Conservation Hangar Talks
See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
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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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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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Edinburgh Festival Fringe
The Edinburgh Fringe returns from 2nd to 26th August 2024 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
The Edinburgh International Festival returns from 2nd to 25th August 2024 with live performance throughout the city.
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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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Fleshtival
Don't miss out on this monumental display of Metal in the capital, featuring 10 metal bands from the UK.
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Gosford House Open Days
This is a rare opportunity to see inside Gosford House, find out about its history, architecture, incredible art collection and the family who commissioned and still use it to this day!
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Hops in the Garden
Archerfield Walled Garden is hosting local charity Leuchie's 5th Hops in the Garden Music and Food Festival on Saturday 17th August!
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Play With Plants
This summer experience the joy of the botanical world at Play with Plants, RBGE’s hands-on play experience at the John Hope Gateway.
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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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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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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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Summer Days at The Royal Yacht Britannia
Fun for all the family, explore the five decks of The Royal Yacht Britannia this summer, it's Tripadvisor’s No. 1 UK Attraction!
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SummerFest
It's Festival Season, so celebrate in style with SummerFest at Volcano Falls Adventure Golf in Edinburgh!
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The Outlander 1 Day Experience
Embark on an epic adventure to the iconic backdrops of the beloved series Outlander on this 1 Day experience!
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Tofgam Card Game Championships – The Return
Join the Tofgam Team for a fun family based card game event as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
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Days Out Events in East Renfrewshire
Days Out Events in Fife
Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
St Andrews Model Railway Exhibition
St Andrews Model Railway Exhibition is a long established summer show and returns this August at the Town Hall!
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The Players - Summer Seaside Sessions
Join us on Saturday 17th August for the next in our Seaside Summer Sessions from 1pm in The Crusoe Beer Garden.
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Family Fun Day
Inverkeithing United 2018's is holding a family fun day at the Ballast Bank Community Centre on 17th August.
READ MOREDays Out Events in Glasgow
Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour
This is a 1.5 hour tour that will take you around all the main sites of the city, giving you an excellent opportunity to find out about Glasgow's rich history and culture!
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Piping Live!
Piping Live!, Glasgow's International Piping Festival, will return for its 21st edition this summer with an eclectic calendar of events from Saturday 10th - Sunday 18th August!
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Summer Family Fun at the Scottish Maritime Museum
The Scottish Maritime Museum (Denny Tank) has lined up some great family activities to help keep the children entertained over the summer holidays!
READ MOREDays Out Events in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Slainte Strathaven Beer, Rum and Gin Festival
Join Strathaven & District Round Table for their Slainte Strathaven Beer, Rum and Gin Festival at Strathaven Scout and Guide Hall on Saturday 17th August!
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Newmains & District Gala Day - The Big Lunch
Join Newmains & District Gala Day on Sunday 2nd June for The Big Lunch, a fantastic community event for the whole family featuring inflatables, races, stalls and more!
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Time Quest
This summer, embark on an unforgettable adventure with your family and friends on New Lanark's interactive Heritage trail, Time Quest!
READ MOREDays Out Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Kilmacolm Farm Tours
Experience a fantastic farm animal safari from a purpose built 14 seater all weather trailer where you can enjoy the panoramic 360 degree views of this working farm in Kilmacolm!
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Paisley’s Iconic Dinosaurs Trail
This summer, Paisley First are bringing Iconic Bricks Dinosaurs to Paisley town centre – don’t miss this fun and FREE family day out!
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Northern Soul & Motown All Dayer
Venue Paisley are hosting a Northern Soul & Motown All Dayer featuring 8 hours of non stop soulful sounds and 100% vinyl only on Saturday 17th August!
READ MOREDays Out Events in Stirling
Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Scotlands Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Thorntree
Thorntree is an inspiring garden to visit at any time of the year. From the garden you can see panoramic views from Ben Lomond to Doune.
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Haugh Field Harness Racing
Come along to Haugh Field Harness Racing in Whins of Milton, Stirling and enjoy a great day out!
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Stirling Highland Games
The Stirling Highland Games return in August with an exciting programme of activities to entertain everyone!
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Ayr & District Flower Show
The annual Ayr & District Flower Show returns for a sixth year to Ayr Racecourse on Friday 16th and Saturday 17th August!
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