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Family And Kids Events in Edinburgh in January 2025

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Events in Edinburgh

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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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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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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Arthur’s Amble

Selected dates between 3rd November 2024 - 2nd March 2025

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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Einaudi’s Piano by Candlelight: Spirited Away

Selected dates between 9th November 2024 - 25th January 2025

Come along to St Vincent's Chapel for an immersive musical experience inspired by Studio Ghibli’s anime Spirited Away, Einaudi's meditative piano pieces, and Japanese Zen stories!

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Castle Of Light

22nd November 2024 - 4th January 2025

Enjoy the Defender of the Nation illuminated in a spectacular after-dark trail when Castle of Light returns with an all-new show for its fifth year at Edinburgh Castle!

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Treasure Island

28th November 2024 - 4th January 2025

The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh presents another epic story for the whole family - a new re-imagining of esteemed Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson’s adventure story: Treasure Island!

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WinterFest

29th November 2024 - 5th January 2025

Plan your perfect festive day out and soak up the Christmas spirit at Dalkeith Country Park's WinterFest!

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A World of Winter Wonder

30th November 2024 - 6th January 2025

Step into a world of winter wonder with seasonal activities this Christmas at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh!

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Christmas @ The Anatomist Escape Room

1st December 2024 - 7th January 2025

Looking for festive fun that's a little different? Gather your team of family, friends or colleagues and head along to Edinburgh's historical escape room!

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A Christmas Carol - Panto in Musselburgh

18th December 2024 - 4th January 2025

The Brunton and Wonder Fools present this exciting new pantomime set in East Lothian and inspired by Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas story.

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New Year’s Day Triathlon

1st January 2025

Edinburgh Triathletes welcome you to the New Year's Day Triathlon. We are truly proud of our event, this is the 28th edition of what has become a fixture in the calendar.

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Scottish Ballet’s The Nutcracker

8th January 2025 - 18th January 2025

This winter, banish the dark skies and enjoy a visual feast as we take you and your family on a fantastical adventure with Scottish Ballet’s The Nutcracker!

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Varna International Ballet - Romeo and Juliet

16th January 2025

From the grandeur of the masked ball to the intimacy of the lovers’ balcony, this star-crossed story of duels, bitter family feuds and love that cannot be, is unmissable.

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Varna International Ballet - Swan Lake

17th January 2025

The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky’s haunting and unforgettable score.

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Varna International Ballet - Nutcracker

18th January 2025

This most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family begins as night falls on Christmas Eve.

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Gretchen Peters

20th January 2025

A concert celebrating the culmination of two days of songwriting workshops featuring the students showcasing their own work with Gretchen Peters performing a set of her own material to round it off.

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Mary Poppins

22nd January 2025 - 15th February 2025

Direct from the West End, the classic multi award-winning musical Mary Poppins comes to the Festival Theatre from 12th January!

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Healthy Cooking with Maria

26th January 2025

Maria from The Edinburgh Canapé Company returns to the Cyrenians Flavour and Haver Cook School on Sunday 26th January for a cooking class exploring healthy food habits and dishes.

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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:

Artie’s Singing Kettle: Scotland

Artie’s Singing Kettle: Scotland

11th January 2025

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable celebration of Scottish music and tradition when Artie's Singing Kettle returns to Eastwood Park Theatre on Saturday 11th January!

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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:

The Legends Of American Country Show

The Legends Of American Country Show

25th January 2025

The UK's no.1 country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, comes to Rothes Halls for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!

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Family And Kids Events in Glasgow

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St Bride’s Organ Recitals

St Bride’s Organ Recitals

Selected dates between 6th October 2024 - 1st June 2025

St Brides beautiful William Hill organ, nearly 160 years old, has been restored to its former glory! Join them for a monthly recital from a selection of experienced and talented organists.

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Glasgow City Chambers Illuminated

Glasgow City Chambers Illuminated

17th November 2024 - 1st January 2025

Visit George Square this winter and experience Glasgow City Chambers like never before as a state-of-the-art lighting and projection show repeats through the evening!

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IRN-BRU Carnival

IRN-BRU Carnival

20th December 2024 - 12th January 2025

Whether it's a fun-filled day out with the family or an action-packed night with friends, there's something for everyone to enjoy at annual Christmas favourite, the IRN-BRU Carnival!

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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:

Newmains & District Gala Day - The Big Lunch

Newmains & District Gala Day - The Big Lunch

2nd June 2024 - 2nd June 2025

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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Baby Massage Course with Pebble Sense

Baby Massage Course with Pebble Sense

Selected dates between 12th November 2024 - 13th January 2025

Join Pebble Sense for a six week block of Baby Massage classes for 0-7 month olds at be.fit Uddingston.

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North Pole Express

North Pole Express

8th November 2024 - 18th January 2025

North Pole Express at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre is an enchanting winter exhibition for families and younger visitors!

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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:

Aladdin

Aladdin

26th November 2024 - 5th January 2025

This Christmas, PACE Theatre Company is delighted to announce its annual pantomime will be a new version of Aladdin; a re-imagining of the classic tale with a distinctly Scottish flavour!

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Paisley’s Cosy Christmas Trail

Paisley’s Cosy Christmas Trail

28th November 2024 - 5th January 2025

Help find and name all of Paisley First's cute and cosy Christmas characters hiding in local business windows and you could win a prize with their FREE Christmas Trail!

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New Year Extravaganza At IKEA Glasgow

New Year Extravaganza At IKEA Glasgow

3rd January 2025 - 4th January 2025

Don't miss out on the best New Year's celebration in town! Bring the whole family down to IKEA Glasgow for a day filled with joy and excitement!

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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:

Made in Stirling Christmas Market

Made in Stirling Christmas Market

4th November 2024 - 5th January 2025

Made in Stirling's Christmas market is back with 42 artists and makers from all over Scotland!

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Alastair Savage, The Fiddle and Robert Burns

Alastair Savage, The Fiddle and Robert Burns

25th January 2025

Enjoy a special afternoon concert ahead of Burns night at Strathblane & Blanefield Village Club on 25th January!

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A Frozen Afternoon Tea

A Frozen Afternoon Tea

Selected dates between 27th December 2024 - 3rd January 2025

Come along to Inglewood House & Spa for Olaf's Adventure and a magical themed Afternoon Tea with entertainment from a special Arendelle resident!

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Events in Other Areas

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Escape The Past
Edinburgh Zoo
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Chilcren's Classic Concerts
Tea Green
Mowgli
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Edinburgh Dungeons
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Parkdean

Popular Events

Robbie Williams
The 'Robbie Williams Live 2025' tour will open in Edinburgh at Scottish Gas Murrayfield on Saturday 31st May!
The Polar Ice Bar
Take some time to ‘chill’ at the Polar Ice Bar, the coolest bar in the city, where your table, chairs and glasses are sculpted entirely from ice.
Christmas at the Botanics
Explore the sights and sounds of Christmas in this magical after dark experience when it returns to the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh!
Glasgow Phoenix Choir: The Glory of Christmas
The Glasgow Phoenix Choir is delighted to be performing once more in the Freemasons Hall Edinburgh with their annual Christmas concert on Sunday 8th December!
Roger Daltrey
Legendary rock singer Roger Daltrey will bring his special solo tour packed with classic The Who songs, solo hits and his now-famous Q&A sessions to Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Wednesday 30th April!

Popular Listings

Corn Exchange Haddington Edinburgh Playhouse Festival Theatre Edinburgh Howden Park Centre Livingston Kings Theatre Edinburgh National Museum of Scotland O2 Academy Edinburgh The Brunton Theatre, Musselburgh Traverse Theatre Usher Hall