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Family And Kids Events in Edinburgh in October 2024

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Events in Edinburgh

Personal PhotoShoot Experience

1st November 2023 - 1st November 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Join professional local photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh's Old Town for your Personal PhotoShoot Experience! It's a fun outdoor experience perfect for couples, families and solo travelers alike.

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Daily Tours at St Giles’ Cathedral

10th December 2023 - 1st December 2024

Join a volunteer guide for a 45 min to 1 hour glimpse into the history, heraldry and life of our historic Cathedral and Thistle Chapel!

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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2024
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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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs

19th January 2024 - 20th December 2024

Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs for their Friday Ceilidhs 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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BMX Lessons

Selected dates between 11th May 2024 - 12th November 2024
Leith

The Scottish BMX School is offering BMX lessons for kids of all ages, currently being held at Victoria Park in Leith.

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Art Classes for Adults and Kids

13th May 2024 - 20th December 2024

Join Livia for these fun, informal, chilled and small painting classes for adult and kids at Cramond Kirk Hall.

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Once Upon a Time: A History of Children and Young People’s Nursing exhibition

27th June 2024 - 24th October 2024

This exhibition at the Royal College of Nursing explores the history of children and young people's nursing from the first children's hospitals in the 1800s to the development of family-centred care.

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Daring Women of Edinburgh - A Walking Tour of Our History

Selected dates between 19th July 2024 - 26th October 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Come on this walking tour and gain a unique insight into some of the daring women in Edinburgh's history!

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The Greenhouse

Selected dates between 20th July 2024 - 21st December 2024

The Greenhouse is a free space for the community to share hobbies and grow ideas on Saturdays between 9am and 4pm at The Hub.

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Dare to Rethink Edinburgh - A Quirky Walking Tour

Selected dates between 21st July 2024 - 27th October 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Join Daring Women's upbeat Edinburgh female guide for a bit of unusual history and a bit of daring rethinking. All outrageous ideas are welcome!

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Conservation Hangar Talks

1st August 2024 - 30th March 2025

See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.

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Pedal 4 Poverty

1st August 2024 - 31st October 2024
Nationwide

Wherever you are and whatever the distance, join EMMS International in their cycling challenge this August, September and October!

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Open Mic - Hosted by Matthew Rhind

Selected dates between 18th August 2024 - 29th December 2024

Come along to The Newsroom's Open Mic every Sunday from 3pm and belt your lungs out!

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After-school Robotics: Age 7-13 & Age 4-7

Selected dates between 30th August 2024 - 26th October 2024

Come along to Little Plaza for this engaging, and fun after-school Robotics club for kids in the local community!

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AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions

Selected dates between 6th September 2024 - 22nd November 2024

On Fridays between September 6th and November 22nd, Scotland and Liverpool footballer Andy Robertson's charity, AR26, will host free football sessions at Wester Hailes High School.

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Kids Japanese Sessions

Selected dates between 7th September 2024 - 26th October 2024

Little PLaza are excited to announce their new series of Japanese language sessions for children, running from September to October!

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Green Explorers

Selected dates between 8th September 2024 - 8th December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Adventure, exploration, play and fun awaits for all 8-12 year olds on an Green Explorers day, running monthly with award-winning Edinburgh charity The Green Team!

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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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Flamenco Dance for kids

Selected dates between 11th September 2024 - 4th December 2024

Alba Flamenca Kids classes starting again on the 11th September for children who want to learn flamenco in Spanish /English in a fun and energetic way!

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Illustration Sessions with Trista

Selected dates between 14th September 2024 - 26th October 2024

Unleash your child's imagination and join us at Little Plaza this September and October for a series of fun, educational, and creative illustration workshops led by Trista Yen!

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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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Spanish Playgroup ‘Canta y Aprende’

Selected dates between 21st September 2024 - 26th October 2024

Get Talking Spanish is offering an immersive and engaging experience in Spanish for children aged 0 - 2 at LifeCare Edinburgh on Saturdays.

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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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Halloween @ ‘The Anatomist’ Escape Room

30th September 2024 - 3rd November 2024

With the nights drawing in and halloween just around the corner, what better time to take on Edinburgh's spookiest escape room 'The Anatomist' at Escape The Past.

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Refresh Stay & Play Toddlers

Selected dates between 30th September 2024 - 16th December 2024

The Salvation Army Edinburgh City is holding a toddler group every Monday during term time.

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Craigies Pumpkin Festival

1st October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Building on the success of last year’s Spooky Days and the hugely popular PYO Pumpkins, Craigies Pumpkin Festival will offer delight and frights to families during the day.

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ECHC Game Changers 2024

1st October 2024 - 31st October 2024
Online Event Edinburgh

Welcome to the world of Game Changers! It's a mighty way to raise money for Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity from the comfort of your gaming chair or sofa!

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October Holidays On Board

1st October 2024 - 31st October 2024

There’s fun for all the family aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia this October where kids can listen to their own special children’s audio tour as they explore all five decks.

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Trick or Treat Trail

2nd October 2024 - 3rd November 2024

Join Blaize the Bat on an adventure through Dynamic Earth's exhibition to explore a world of wonders where creatures past and present slither, swim, flap and sting their way through life.

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Free Activities: Eerie Encounters

4th October 2024 - 3rd November 2024

Enter a world of eerie encounters and misunderstood marvels with our Science Communication team at Dynamic Earth in our free drop-in activities that everyone can sink their teeth into.

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The Baddies

4th October 2024 - 20th October 2024

Meet the very worst Baddies in the world! Don’t you dare to come too close to a witch, a troll and an ancient ghost!

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Hairspray the Musical

7th October 2024 - 12th October 2024

The smash hit musical comedy Hairspray returns to Edinburgh Playhouse in October 2024. Don't miss it!

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Arthur’s Secrets

Selected dates between 8th October 2024 - 10th December 2024

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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Beauty and The Beast

8th October 2024 - 12th October 2024

Shotts St Patrick’s Amateur Opera Group return to Reconnect Howden Park with the stage version of Disney’s classic animated film Beauty and The Beast!

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Frightful Fun at Dynamic Earth

9th October 2024 - 3rd November 2024

Turn fear into fascination this October and join Dynamic Earth as the often-misunderstood creatures that call our planet home take centre stage!

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Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival

10th October 2024 - 27th October 2024
Nationwide

The 2024 edition of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival (SMHAF) will take place across Scotland from 10th - 27th October, exploring the theme of 'In/Visible'.

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Communi-tree In Smaland

11th October 2024 - 21st October 2024

Bring your imagination to life and help IKEA Edinburgh create a whimsical display that celebrates nature and community this October Half Term!

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Edinburgh Magic

Selected dates between 11th October 2024 - 18th December 2024

Kevin Quantum invites you to an intimate and quite astonishing evening of magic, mystery and wonder in one of Edinburgh’s most historic and enchanting hotels; Waldorf Astoria - The Caledonian!

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Craigies Pumpkin Festival ‘After Dark’

12th October 2024 - 26th October 2024

Join us at Craigies Farm for a night filled with spine tingling frights and fun - if you're brave enough!

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Edinburgh Zoo Autumn Market

12th October 2024 - 13th October 2024

Treat yourself this half term and visit Edinburgh Zoo's autumn market in Lemur Lodge on 12th & 13th October!

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Halloween Days

Selected dates between 12th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Come along to our Halloween Days at Conifox Adventure Park this October and create some pumpkin-tastic memories!

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Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park

12th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Join us this October for spook-tacular Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park!

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Mesmerising Mechanisms

12th October 2024

Mesmerising Mechanisms is a free, hands-on exhibition on 12th October at Water of Leith Visitor Centre featuring a collection of wooden machines designed and built by Ian Graham of Colinton Clocks.

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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Dance ‘n’ Tales

12th October 2024

Journey through worlds of adventure with Dance ‘n’ Tales at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 12th October!

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Starlight

12th October 2024 - 16th October 2024

Starlight is a photography exhibition by Hope Holmes, showing at Whitespace from 12th - 16th October, featuring portraits of fans outside Murrayfield before the Taylor Swift concerts in June.

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ZURU XSHOT Tour

12th October 2024

Smyths Toys Edinburgh is hosting the official XSHOT TOUR this October giving families and friends the chance to test out the product range and make memories with XSHOT!

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Green Explorers: FREE EVENT for 8-12 year olds

13th October 2024
Edinburgh South

This October, award-winning outdoor charity The Green Team, will be exploring Redford Woods in Edinburgh and we’d love you to join us (if you're 8-12 years old)!

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The McDougalls: Halloween Party

13th October 2024

Everyone's favourite children's theatre company The McDougalls comes to Church Hill Theatre with a spook-tacular new stage show for all the family!

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Author Talk and Puppet Show- Tania Czajka

14th October 2024

Join Tania and her Parisian garden friends as they embark on this charming bilingual quest to find the perfect food for Lapin! For ages 3-7.

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Edinburgh October Camp 2024 at George Watson’s College

14th October 2024 - 18th October 2024

Exercise your child's mind this October Half Term at Miniversity Creative Learning Club, suitable for children age 5-12 years!

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Haunted Gingerbread Houses!

14th October 2024 - 16th October 2024

Come along to IKEA Edinburgh on 14th or 16th October and create your own tasty Halloween Haunted House! ​​

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Manual Cinema: October Camp

14th October 2024 - 18th October 2024

Enrol Your Children in a magical October Camp at the Edinburgh Steiner School, tailored for children ages 7-10!

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October Half Term Holiday Camps

14th October 2024 - 18th October 2024

Let your child discover adventure this October at The Wild Outdoors camps nestled in the breathtaking grounds of St. Georges School!

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October Half-Term Holiday Camp

14th October 2024

Looking for an action-packed week of fun and creativity this October half-term from a trusted provider? Then join Edinburgh Leisure's Multi-Sports Holiday Club at Meadowbank Sports Centre!

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The Big Draw at Lauriston Castle

Selected dates between 14th October 2024 - 18th October 2024

Where better to explore this year’s Big Draw than the amazing grounds of Lauriston Castle?

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Autumn Explorers

15th October 2024 - 17th October 2024

Following the success of our half day holiday programmes during the spring and summer at Edinburgh Zoo we are delighted to announce our Autumn Explorer programme!

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The Book of Mormon

15th October 2024 - 2nd November 2024

The Book of Mormon, Broadway’s smash-hit musical written by Trey Parker, Matt Stone and Robert Lopez, is coming to Edinburgh Playhouse from Tuesday 15th October to Saturday 2nd November!

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The McDougalls : Halloween Party

15th October 2024

Join Max and Auntie Aggie for their Halloween Party, filled with tricks and treats, guaranteed to have you screaming with laughter!

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Treasure Island

15th October 2024

Don't miss this new version of a classic story told like never before, bursting with sea shanties, treasures, and a sumptuous amount of adventure!

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Dance N Play Preschool Dance Class

Selected dates between 16th October 2024 - 4th December 2024

Bring you little ones along to a weekly dance class at Dance Base in the Grassmarket, suitable for preschoolers (age 18 months +).

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Half Term: Second World War Scotland

16th October 2024 - 18th October 2024

Discover real objects and stories from the Second World War in Scotland with our half term family activities at National Museum of Flight Scotland!

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Ocean Film Festival

16th October 2024

The Ocean Film Festival returns to the Festival Theatre with a brand new selection of the world’s most incredible ocean films!

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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Dragon Tale

16th October 2024

Join storyteller Daiva Ivanauskaitė-Brown for a magical tale about courage and dreams at the Scottish Storytelling Centre!

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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: The Hairy Tale of Sam the Skull

17th October 2024

Sam the Skull is a hilarious folk song by Harry Hagan, about a gallus Glasgow cat. Join storyteller Alastair McIver as he relates Sam’s continuing adventures!

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AR26 Charity Free Football October Camp: Edinburgh

18th October 2024

Come along and join AR26 Charity for their free Football October Camp for local kids aged 6 - 9 years at Wester Hailes High School on 18th October!

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Dino Day

18th October 2024

Come along to the National Mining Museum Scotland on Friday 18th October for Dino Day!

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Greyfriar’s Bobby VS The Radioactive Underworld

18th October 2024 - 31st October 2024

Join us for our Halloween haunted house fundraiser event at Edinburgh's Barnton Bunker - Scotland's largest nuclear bunker!

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Halloween Fireworks Nights

Selected dates between 18th October 2024 - 31st October 2024

Conifox Adventure Park is back with a bang this autumn with their Halloween Fireworks Nights!

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Let’s build! Fantasy forest edition

18th October 2024

We believe in play everyday, join us and create your own Fantasy forest inspired by our new SKOGSDUVA collection at IKEA Edinburgh!

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Planetarium Late: Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon

18th October 2024 - 25th October 2024

Inspired by the music of Pink Floyd, this dome spectacular features the 1973 album the Dark Side of the Moon in explosive surround sound.

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Planetarium Lates: What’s Up? The Fright Sky!

18th October 2024 - 25th October 2024

This October we are drawing back the curtain on some of space’s dark secrets in “What’s Up? The Fright Sky!”

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Dusherra 2024

19th October 2024

Dusherra, the flagship annual event of the Scottish Indian Arts Forum, returns on 19th October at the top of Calton Hill, marking its 30th anniversary!

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How to Train your Dinosaur

19th October 2024 - 20th October 2024

Get ready to embark on an exciting journey back in time as we welcome How to Train your Dinosaur shows at Edinburgh Zoo for one weekend only!

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Little Scare-lings at Dobbies Edinburgh

19th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Become an official Little Scare-ling; Join the team at Dobbies Edinburgh for terrifying treats, frightful fun and petrifying planting this Halloween!

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Little Scare-lings at Dobbies Livingston

19th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Become an official Little Scare-ling; Join the team at Dobbies Livingston for terrifying treats, frightful fun and petrifying planting this Halloween!

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Pumpkin Patch at Dobbies Edinburgh

19th October 2024 - 20th October 2024

Looking for some autumn fun? This year Dobbies Edinburgh have created a wonderful day out for pumpkin pickers of all ages!

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Pup-kin Patch at Dobbies Edinburgh

19th October 2024 - 20th October 2024

Looking for some autumn fun? This year Dobbies Edinburgh have created a wonderful day out for pumpkin pickers of all breeds!

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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: A Jaunt Round Auld Reekie

19th October 2024

Join auld Auntie Bee and her long-suffering niece Bonnie McRee on a mad-cap tour of Auld Reekie, past and present, real and imagined, without leaving the Storytelling Court.

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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: The Bouncy Billy Goats Gruff

19th October 2024

Storyteller Ailie Finlay and artist Kate Leiper invite you to a special sensory story version of the old tale with games, actions and some simple sensory crafts.

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SKOGSDUVA Doodles

19th October 2024

Join IKEA Edinburgh in-store as you bring to life the magic of our Scandinavian Forest!

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Terrazzo Tray - Eco- resin Craft Workshop

19th October 2024

Join Polymorphics on 19th October for a delightful crafting experience and learn the techniques to craft your very own terrazzo masterpiece!

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Bedford Modern School at Canongate Kirk

20th October 2024

Come along to a free choral and small ensemble concert from Bedford Modern School at Canongate Kirk on Sunday 20th October!

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Twilight In Concert: The Film With Live Band

20th October 2024

The legendary romance fantasy film Twilight is coming to the Usher Hall as part of a UK tour, just ahead of Halloween, accompanied by a live band and surrounded with candles!

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Family Pumpkin Craft Workshops

21st October 2024

Join Play Midlothian for some family Pumpkin Craft fun at IKEA on Monday 21st October! Workshops are running throughout the day and suitable for all ages and abilities!

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Bedford Modern School at St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral

22nd October 2024

Enjoy a free choral and small ensemble concert from Bedford Modern School at St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral on Tuesday 22nd October!

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Help for Heroes Cafe - Edinburgh

22nd October 2024
Edinburgh West

Missing the feeling of community? Then come along to Krispy Kreme, Hermiston Gait on Tuesday 22nd October for a brew and a chat!

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Green Screen: Vindication Swim + Panel

24th October 2024

Vindication Swim dives into the extraordinary life of Mercedes Gleitze, who in 1927 became the first British woman to swim the English Channel. Catch it at Cameo Cinema Picturehouse on 24th October!

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Halloween Parties at Clambers Soft Play

24th October 2024

Get ready for the spookiest night of the year! Our wicked soft-play centre, Clambers at Royal Commonwealth Pool, is opening it's doors for afternoons packed with tricks and treats!

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Annie - The Musical

25th October 2024 - 26th October 2024

Nordone's Academy Of Performing Arts presents Annie - The Musical at the Church Hill Theatre in October!

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Going to the Well: Storytelling and Crafts

25th October 2024

Enjoy lunch and crafts at Gracemount Mansion on 25th October, then walk with storyteller storyteller Jane Mather to the Balm Well, along the route of the legendary secret tunnel.

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Halloween Hijinks

25th October 2024 - 31st October 2024

This Halloween weekend come and explore some of the darker tales of our history at Edinburgh Castle!

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Halloween Parties at Scrambles Soft Play

25th October 2024

Get ready for the spookiest night of the year! Our wicked soft-play centre, Scrambles at EICA Ratho Clambers, is opening it's doors for afternoons packed with tricks and treats!

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Midlothian Ghost Fest

25th October 2024 - 28th October 2024
Various Locations Midlothian

The very first Midlothian Ghost Fest is taking place from 25th to 31st October with a series of Ghoulish Events!

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That Feeling When

25th October 2024 - 26th October 2024

That Feeling When is a sensory dance theatre and live music production, which asks how the seasons can be a guide to what feels good in the cycle of teen-hood.

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The Festival of Social Science comes to IKEA

25th October 2024

Join us in IKEA Edinburgh's customer restaurant to explore the fascinating world of digital communication and online interactions on Friday 25th October!

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‘Tam Maun Ride’ - Tam O’Shanter and other ghostly tales in song

26th October 2024

As we near Halloween, St Andrew Camerata present an atmospheric evening exploring the darker side of choral music at Old Saint Paul's Episcopal Church on Saturday 26th October!

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Beasties and Broomsticks Brunch

26th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Get into the Halloween spirit this October with our exclusive morning of fun at the Edinburgh zoo!

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Cargo for All: Spooky Halloween Cargo Bike Community Event

26th October 2024

Whether you are a cargo bike pro or have never tried one, come and join us at our launch event for our free cargo bike library at the Bruntsfield Links on Saturday 26th October!

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Carve A Treat

26th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Over the weekend before Halloween, stop by our stretch tent by the car park to carve our animals a spooktacular gift!

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Counterfeit 70’s

26th October 2024

Having toured extensively with The Counterfeit Sixties show they now bring you their unique Seventies show from a decade of glam rock through to new wave music, and everything in between!

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Edinburgh Chinese Community School @ Music on the Mezzanine

26th October 2024

Join the Edinburgh Chinese Community School on Saturday 26th October at Edinburgh Central Library's Music on the Mezzanine!

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Halloween Ghost Tray - Eco-Resin Craft Workshop

26th October 2024

Get into the spirit of the season and join Polymorphics for a fun workshop where you'll learn to create a spooky Halloween ghost tray with eco-resin!

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Hallowhailes: Haunted Halloween Trail

26th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Come and visit Newhailes House and Gardens Haunted Woodland this Halloween and get spooked on our eerie trail!

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Origami Halloween Workshop

26th October 2024

Looking for a fun activity with your children? The come along to Little Plaza for this Halloween origami session with Makiko on 26th October and learn how to make spooky decorations!

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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Into the Woods - In the Footsteps of Thomas the Rhymer

26th October 2024

Join in the mystery and magic of Thomas the Rhymer’s story with singing and playing, but who can spot the magic treasures?

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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Macastory’s Caddie Capers

26th October 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Explore the tales of Old Edinburgh with the street caddies Ron and Fergus on this family-friendly walking tour with the ever-entertaining Macastory!

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She Shanties / Castle Chorus

26th October 2024

Women's shanty group She Shanties and Edinburgh's folk and roots community choir Castle Chorus share their favourite songs of the sea at this concert on 26th October at Leith Arches!

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This Shining Night

26th October 2024

Come and hear the Edinburgh Singers, one of Edinburgh’s most dynamic choirs, as they perform a varied programme of music celebrating historical themes in contemporary musical settings!

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Autumn Fungi Walk at Hopetoun

27th October 2024

Join us for a delightful autumn stroll through the scenic Hopetoun Grounds on Sunday 27th October, where you’ll discover the incredible variety of fungi that flourish here.

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Hallowe’en at the Castle

27th October 2024

This Halloween come and enjoy some spooky activities in our historic castle. This will be a fun filled event with something for all the family.

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Halloween Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop - CANCELLED

27th October 2024

Join Mud & Marsh Jewellery Design for this spooky two hour Halloween Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop at The Crannie on 27th October!

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Lil’ Monsters Breakfast

27th October 2024

Join us for a spooktacular morning of fun at the annual Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh Lil’ Monsters Breakfast on Sunday, October 27th!

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Little Devils Halloween Party

27th October 2024

Calling all little ghouls and goblins! It’s time for our Little Devils Halloween Party at The Three Sisters Bar!

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Ninian’s Gift: A tribute to Tom Cunningham (1946-2023)

27th October 2024

This concert is a tribute by Dumfries-based chamber choir The Balliol Singers under their director, acclaimed pianist Katharine Durran, to the late Edinburgh composer Tom Cunningham.

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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: The Haunted Concert Hall

27th October 2024

You can expect lots of spooktacular treats from the RSNO and the Youth Chorus with this spine-tingling concert for the whole family at the Usher Hall!

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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Botanics Storytelling Day - Story Walks

27th October 2024

Join storytellers Allison Galbraith, David Hughes and Alette Willis to explore the Royal Botanic Gardens, unearthing stories along the way, for an afternoon of fun and magic!

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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Botanics Storytelling Day: Stories of the Underwood

27th October 2024

Join a range of amazing storytellers for an afternoon of fun and magic for all ages at the Royal Botanic Gardens as part of Scottish International Storytelling Festival on 27th October!

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Tree-mendous Walk

27th October 2024

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Hopetoun Grounds this autumn with a guided walk that explores the fascinating ecology and folklore of this historic landscape’s trees.

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Vocal Taster Day

27th October 2024

Are you a budding young singer, aged 13-18, with a passion for classical voice? Then join us at St Marys Music School for our Vocal Taster Day on Sunday 27th October!

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Halloween Parties at Tumbles Soft Play

28th October 2024

Get ready for the spookiest night of the year! Our wicked soft-play centre, Tumbles at Portobello, is opening it's doors for afternoons packed with tricks and treats!

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Edinburgh Gang Show

29th October 2024 - 2nd November 2024

The Edinburgh Gang Show returns to the Festival Theatre in November 2024 for another brilliant week of making memories and bringing joy to Edinburgh!

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Halloween Howler

30th October 2024

Join us in store at IKEA Edinburgh for a spooktacular Halloween bash! Get ready for a night of frightening fun and eerie entertainment.

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Sounds of the 70s at St Mary’s

30th October 2024

Join our Cathedral Consort on 30th October for an evening of familiar songs as you've never heard them, in the amazing acoustic and atmosphere of St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral!

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Fright Night: Silent Movie Screening with Live Score

31st October 2024

Silent Screen Scotland returns with 'Fright Night: Silent Movie Screening', a candlelit screening of Nosferatu accompanied by live score in the gothic surroundings of St. Vincent's Chapel.

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Higgs Halloween - ‘A Bloody Good Crime’

31st October 2024
Edinburgh South

Please come along to our blood splattering Higgs Halloween on Thursday the 31st of October at the Medical School, University of Edinburgh!

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Family And Kids Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Lockerdoom Halloween Event

Lockerdoom Halloween Event

25th October 2024

Join P7 children from St Johns Primary and their parents for their Halloween Trail fundraiser, Lockerdoom, at Barrhead Waterworks on Friday 25th October!

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Art Exhibition and Sale of Work

Art Exhibition and Sale of Work

19th October 2024

Two local community groups, The Barrhead Artists and The Levern Camera Club of Barrhead, jointly present an Art Exhibition & Photography sale of their member's recent works!

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Exhibition and Sale of Original Art: Glasgow Southern Art Club

Exhibition and Sale of Original Art: Glasgow Southern Art Club

26th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

The Glasgow Southern Art Club are holding an exhibition of original art, incorporating fundraising for Mearns Kirk Helping Hands!

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Family And Kids Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Eat The Movies at Earls Hall - Alice In Wonderland

Eat The Movies at Earls Hall - Alice In Wonderland

18th October 2024

Get ready for a night of fun, food, and fantasy as you immerse yourself in the whimsical world of Wonderland while enjoying delicious food inspired by the film.

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An Evening of Magic

An Evening of Magic

26th October 2024

Get ready for an electrifying night of magic, laughter, and mind-blowing illusions at “An Evening of Magic” at the Lochgelly Centre on 26th October!

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Cupar Market

Cupar Market

Selected dates between 1st June 2023 - 21st December 2024

Come along to the monthly Cupar Market in Crossgate with its independent producers and creatives!

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Family And Kids Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Ceramic Ghosts & Pumpkins - Hand-building Workshop

Ceramic Ghosts & Pumpkins - Hand-building Workshop

13th October 2024

Join Creative Bloc at their brand new ceramics studio in Maryhill and get into the seasonal spirit by making your own Halloween ceramic miniatures!

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Gothic Glasgow

Gothic Glasgow

Selected dates between 3rd April 2024 - 30th December 2024

Join Gothic Glasgow's sinister host Vincent (The Man in the Hat), for a unique evening walking tour uncovering Glasgow's ghostly, strange, supernatural, creepy history!

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Victoria Junior Parkrun

Victoria Junior Parkrun

Selected dates between 7th January 2024 - 29th December 2024

Victoria Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Victoria Park in the West End of Glasgow!

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Family And Kids Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Dogs Trust Dog Training Classes

Dogs Trust Dog Training Classes

Selected dates between 8th January 2024 - 30th December 2024

The Dogs Trust offer training classes for dogs at all stages of their lives, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment at venues across Lanarkshire!

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Discovering Hartwood

Discovering Hartwood

19th October 2024

Discovering Hartwood is a day long free open house event at Shotts Community Centre as part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival!

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Little Scare-lings at Dobbies Sandyholm

Little Scare-lings at Dobbies Sandyholm

19th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Become an official Little Scare-ling; Join the team at Dobbies Sandyholm for terrifying treats, frightful fun and petrifying planting this Halloween!

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Family And Kids Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Make Mess Matter At IKEA Glasgow

Make Mess Matter At IKEA Glasgow

Selected dates between 24th September 2024 - 26th November 2024

Make Mess Matter are dedicated to giving your child the messy play party experience with no added stress or mess for you at IKEA Glasgow!

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Raver Babies - All Age Family Rave - Halloween Spooktacular

Raver Babies - All Age Family Rave - Halloween Spooktacular

26th October 2024

Raver Babies bring their Halloween Tour, featuring DJ Stuart McLean, to Ferguslie Bowling Club on Saturday 26th October!

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Big Art Show

Big Art Show

30th August 2024 - 16th November 2024

Large-scale public exhibition, The Big Art Show returns to The Art Department in Paisley between Friday 30th August and Saturday 16th November!

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Family And Kids Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Stirling Song Club

Stirling Song Club

Selected dates between 29th January 2024 - 24th November 2024

On the last Sunday of every month, Slanj-A-Va hosts the Stirling Song Club, providing a platform for musicians and songwriters to form a community and refine their craft.

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Fèis Fhoirt Weekly Traditional Music Classes

Fèis Fhoirt Weekly Traditional Music Classes

Selected dates between 10th August 2024 - 2nd November 2024

Fèis Fhoirt are holding traditional music classes for young people aged 8-18 of all abilities, from complete beginner to advanced performers, on Saturday mornings at the Tolbooth Stirling.

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Royal Ballet and Opera: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

Royal Ballet and Opera: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

Selected dates between 15th October 2024 - 20th October 2024

Tumble down the rabbit hole in this ballet adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s famous family story, screening at Macrobert Arts Centre.

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Events in Other Areas

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Selected dates between 7th January 2024 - 22nd December 2024

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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Halloween Trail

Halloween Trail

12th October 2024 - 31st October 2024

Have you got what it takes to conquer the Halloween trail at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum?

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Kelburn’s Halloween Pumpkin Party

Kelburn’s Halloween Pumpkin Party

12th October 2024 - 20th October 2024

Get ready for a frightfully fun time as Kelburn's Halloween Pumpkin Party returns this October with thrilling activities for all ages!

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Wizard School

Wizard School

15th October 2024

Get ready for a magical adventure at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum's Wizard School, where you'll learn spells, potions, and enchantments!

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