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Events in Edinburgh Next Weekend

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Events in Edinburgh

Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2025
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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Maps: Memories from the Second World War

9th March 2024 - 26th January 2026

Through personal stories, photography and memorabilia, this exhibition at the National War Museum charts the creation and use of maps during the Second World War.

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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland

30th March 2024 - 30th April 2025

The National Library of Scotland's permanent exhibition provides a unique insight into Scotland’s history, culture and people and its place in the world.

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Cold War Scotland

13th July 2024 - 4th January 2026

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

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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Flamenco Dance Class Programme

9th September 2024 - 28th June 2025

Alba Flamenca's Flamenco dance classes with amazing flamenco dance teachers ready to welcome everyone from beginners to advanced!

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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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Edinburgh Steiner Teacher Development

13th September 2024 - 13th September 2025

Edinburgh Steiner School is offering this Teacher Development course starting on 13th September.

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Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland

14th September 2024 - 1st June 2025

Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland celebrates this versatile artform, presenting a selection of works from the City Art Centre’s permanent collection of fine art.

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Everlyn Nicodemus

19th October 2024 - 25th May 2025

Everlyn Nicodemus opens her first retrospective exhibition, at National Galleries of Scotland: Modern One in Edinburgh.

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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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Celebrating 40 Years of Scotland’s Photography Collection

26th October 2024 - 16th March 2025

Discover the stories within the photographs, marvel at historic photographs and visit some famous faces in this eclectic celebration of the nation’s photography collection.

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Pop Life

2nd November 2024 - 9th March 2025

Pop Life explores the intersection of popular culture and contemporary figurative drawing, challenging traditional distinctions between high and low art.

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Dürer to Van Dyck: Drawings from Chatsworth House

9th November 2024 - 23rd February 2025

For the first time ever in Scotland, experience one of the finest and most significant collections of drawings and watercolours direct from Chatsworth in Derbyshire.

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Ptolemy Mann: Woven Colour

9th November 2024 - 15th March 2025

Dovecot Studios is delighted to present artist, Ptolemy Mann, as she returns to Scotland with her new exhibition 'Woven Colour'!

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Through Line

9th November 2024 - 2nd March 2025

Through Line marks the culmination of a series of four group exhibitions at the City Art Centre, spotlighting contemporary art and craft practice in Scotland.

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Whisky Tasting and Tales

12th November 2024 - 12th November 2025

Taste 4 deliciously different whiskies while taking a journey into the history of whisky in Scotland and its profound importance within Scottish culture.

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Longarm Quilting Workshops

14th November 2024 - 30th June 2025

Experience the joy of longarm quilting with a bespoke workshop with professional quilter Claire Sowton at Cloud Quilting!

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Shining a Light: A History of Nursing Support Workers: Exhibition

20th November 2024 - 29th May 2025

Discover the fascinating history of nursing support work and celebrate the contribution that nursing support workers continue to make today.

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The Craft of Couture: Victor Edelstein designs for Anna Miller

28th November 2024 - 1st June 2025

This small display explores the work of fashion designer Victor Edelstein. A favourite of Princess Diana, Edelstein exemplifies the finest British fashion design of the 1980s.

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Hope/Dòchas: Castle Mills Members’ Show 4

29th November 2024 - 16th March 2025

This exhibition at Edinburgh Printmakers invites you to explore the many forms hope takes, as demonstrated by over 96 artists and 105 works, the biggest display of members work to date.

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Cab-arette Showtour

1st December 2024 - 30th March 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Enjoy a unique comedy musical Showtour in a taxi... be driven around Edinburgh, whilst entertained by Lola and her variety of characters!

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Escape the Past: The Anatomist

1st December 2024 - 31st December 2025

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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Escape the Past: The Deacon’s Cabinet

12th December 2024 - 31st December 2025

From Escape The Past comes a new escape room 'The Deacon’s Cabinet', a historical heist escape room which challenges you to outsmart the infamous Deacon Brodie!

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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt

1st January 2025 - 31st August 2025

Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.

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The Comedy Cellar at Canon’s Gait

2nd January 2025 - 27th July 2025

Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," as we have the craic every night, hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter!

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Scottish Dance Classes for Children

11th January 2025 - 14th June 2025

Let your child explore music, rhythm, and movement in a fun and welcoming environment at the RSCDS Edinburgh's Saturday morning Scottish Dance Classes in Greenbank Church Hall!

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Clown Extravaganza

17th January 2025 - 17th January 2026

Catch Phil O'Shea and friends perform ridiculous, experimental clown and comedy in the Banshee Labyrinth Cinema Room on Friday 17th January!

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Monumental Treasure Hunt: West Princes Street Gardens

18th January 2025 - 27th November 2025

Welcome to the Monument-al Treasure Hunt in West Princes Street Gardens Edinburgh, a cultural & historical exploration for children & adults of all ages to enjoy.

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The Merchant Of Venice

18th January 2025 - 15th February 2025

The Royal Lyceum presents the Theatre for a New Audience production of The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare, featuring John Douglas Thompson as Shylock.

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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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Injecting Hope: The Race for a COVID-19 Vaccine

25th January 2025 - 27th April 2025

Injecting Hope is a new, free exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland that presents the science behind the COVID-19 vaccine.

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childhood, interrupted

1st February 2025 - 1st March 2025

The first show of 2025 at The House of Smalls is 'childhood, interrupted' an exhibition of artwork by 70 artists responding to childhood experience, memories and trauma.

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Six Nations at Brewhemia Edinburgh

1st February 2025 - 15th March 2025

Brewhemia is back with another exhilarating rugby season. Join us for The Scottish Six Nations fixtures on our big screens!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House

4th February 2025 - 31st July 2025
Musselburgh

Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises!

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Exhibition: Postcards For Perec

5th February 2025 - 28th February 2025

Postcards for Perec - Two Hundred and Forty-Three Postcards in Real Colour is a travelling exhibition curated by alum Linda Parr and you can see it at the Institut français d'Ecosse in February!

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Hitomi Hosono: The White Garden

6th February 2025 - 1st March 2025

The Scottish Gallery is honoured to present the first solo exhibition of Hitomi Hosono in Scotland in conjunction with Adrian Sassoon, London.

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Big Kid Circus: Edinburgh

7th February 2025 - 16th February 2025

The Big Kid Circus is in town again with a brand new show for 2025. Catch it at the Gyle Shopping Centre Car Park in February!

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The Scottish Colourists: Radical Perspectives

7th February 2025 - 28th June 2025

Discover this groundbreaking exhibition in partnership with the Fleming Collection, which for the first time showcases the Scottish Colourists in the context of their European contemporaries.

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Exhibition: Sea and Wind by Tea Bendix

8th February 2025 - 2nd March 2025

The Scottish Storytelling Centre is delighted to present an exhibition of illustrations by Tea Bendix, inspired by the collection Danish Folk Tales by storyteller Svend-Erik Engh.

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Patterns of the Past: Ammna Sheikh

8th February 2025 - 28th February 2025

This exhibition at Upright Gallery is by British/Pakistani artist, Ammna Sheikh, and showcases her work with traditional techniques such as screenprinting, weaving, embroidery and painting!

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Uisge: Beth Robertson-Fiddes

8th February 2025 - 22nd February 2025

This new exhibition at Morningside Gallery is by Scottish artist Beth Robertson-Fiddes and comprising almost thirty new paintings!

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February Holidays aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia

10th February 2025 - 16th February 2025

Where better to be than by the sea this February holidays! All aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia to explore all five decks of a floating palace, just two miles from Edinburgh’s city centre!

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9 to 5 The Musical

11th February 2025 - 15th February 2025

Pour yourself a cup of coffee, spin that Rolodex, and get clocked in for Edinburgh University Footlights' next production: '9 to 5 The Musical’ at the The Pleasance Edinburgh!

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Besties Brunch Social

13th February 2025 - 16th February 2025

Join Flight Club Edinburgh as they toast the love of friends from 13th to 16th February with an extra special Besties Brunch Social!

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Half Term: Code Breakers

14th February 2025 - 16th February 2025

Join us at the National Museum of Flight this half term to learn how secret Second World War codes were made and broken.

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Manipulate Festival: International Shorts

14th February 2025 - 15th February 2025

The International animated shorts programmes celebrate extraordinary animation from around the globe, showcasing a dizzying range of styles, techniques, genres and ideas.

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Manipulate Festival: When Prophecy Fails

14th February 2025 - 15th February 2025

Award-winning ensemble Groupwork present a daring new piece of physical theatre, based on a 1954 study outlining a groundbreaking theory of human behaviour now known as “cognitive dissonance”.

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Alecia Karr: The Official Tribute To Pink

15th February 2025

Alecia Karr is renowned for being the one and only P!NK tribute act to meet and sing live for the legend herself, don't miss you're chance to see her live at Dalkeith Miners Club in February!

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Auld Pals - Mark Cox & Jane McCarry

15th February 2025

Don't miss a special up close and personal show featuring Mark Cox and Jane McCarry, best known for their iconic roles as Tam and Isa in Still Game at the Howden Park Centre!

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Black History Walking Tour of Edinburgh

15th February 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Come along on a Black History Walking Tour of Edinburgh and uncover the little-known stories of Edinburgh's diverse African, African American, and Caribbean heritage dating back to the 16th century!

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Blood and Guts: The Twists and Turns of Edinburgh’s Medical History - Walking Tour

15th February 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Join Surgeons' Hall Museums on their 5* weekend walking tour through Edinburgh’s old town and hear tales of old Edinburgh, disease, dissection and curious methods of treatment!

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Candlelight Spring: A Tribute to Taylor Swift

15th February 2025

Discover the music of Taylor Swift at St Marys Episcopal Cathedral, Edinburgh under the gentle glow of candlelight at this live, multi-sensory musical experience!

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Candlelight: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons

15th February 2025

Discover the music of Vivaldi's Four Seasons at St. Mary’s Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight!

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Capital Sci Fi Con

15th February 2025 - 16th February 2025

Capital Sci-Fi Con, Edinburgh's not-for-profit pop culture, comic and movie convention for fans by fans, returns to the 02 Academy Edinburgh on 15th & 16th February!

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Chopin by Candlelight

15th February 2025

Brought to you by City Music Promotions, treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional evening piano recital at the beautiful venue of St Giles' Cathedral.

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Cocktail Craft Masterclass

15th February 2025

Join Summerhall Distillery for an immersive cocktail masterclass at their historic venue, where the art of mixology meets the science of spirits!

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Crafternoons

15th February 2025

Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Then come along to these FREE arts and crafts sessions every Saturday at the Scottish Parliament!

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Dr. Bonk’s Macarbaret

15th February 2025

Scotland's silliest surgeon, Dr. Bonk, is back with his hit SELL-OUT SHOW 'Dr Bonk's Macarbaret', an evening of drag, burlesque, music, comedy, and medical mayhem!

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Dream Catcher Making!

15th February 2025 - 16th February 2025

Join us in our Customer Restaurant at IKEA Edinburgh this February half-term and create your very own dream catcher!

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Echo: a musical sharing

15th February 2025

Come along to The Studio, Augustine United Church on Saturday 15th February for a work in progress sharing of a new musical comedy inspired by the Greek myth of Echo!

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Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market

15th February 2025

The Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market is the longest running car boot in Edinburgh... sell your unwanted goods to 1000s of bargain hunters and make extra cash!

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Edinburgh Farmers Market

15th February 2025

If you're looking for a great place to find fresh, local produce and delicious food, Edinburgh's Farmers Market, held every Saturday, is a must-visit!

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Gareth Gates Sings Love Songs from the Movies - CANCELLED

15th February 2025

Embark on a captivating musical voyage as pop sensation Gareth Gates takes centre stage in Gareth Gates Sings Love Songs from the Movies at The Usher Hall!

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George Laird @ Music on the Mezzanine

15th February 2025

Join us on the mezzanine at Central Library on 15th February as we welcome George Laird, a 4th year student at the University of Edinburgh, who specialises in Jazz!

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Grassmarket Market

15th February 2025

Every Saturday the centre of the Grassmarket becomes a flurry of excitement with the arrival of the weekly market... home to art, crafts, jewellery, gifts, not to mention amazing locally made food!

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Half Term Fun-tastic Family Weekend

15th February 2025 - 16th February 2025

Take the whole family to IKEA Edinburgh this February half term and enjoy a day filled with exciting activities and delightful treats!

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Introduction to Tool Maintenance

15th February 2025

Give your trusted tools the care they deserve with Earth in Common's Introduction to Tool Maintenance workshop on 15th February!

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Leith Market

15th February 2025

The weekly Leith Market has it all - fresh meats, fish, bread, veggies, fruits, cheeses, home bakes, olives, jams, chutneys, oils, smokehouse products and lots more!

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Manipulate Festival: ChaosPlay

15th February 2025

Join artist Anthony Schrag and guests for a cosy conversation as we find common threads between forms, and then explore these meeting points, where we’ll we host an active play session together.

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Manipulate Festival: Double Bill: Elke / Ratkin

15th February 2025

Sarah Farrell and Ruben San Roman present new and developing physical theatre work, following a bursary and mentoring from SURGE.

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Medical History Tours at The Real Mary King’s Close

15th February 2025

Delve into the darkest days of Edinburgh’s history, the Plague outbreak of 1645, and discover how the city confronted this devastating epidemic on this new tour at The Real Mary King’s Close!

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Nina Conti: Whose Face Is It Anyway?

15th February 2025

The virtuoso ventriloquist, BAFTA nominee and British Comedy Award winner is back on tour with a date at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Saturday 15th February!

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Old Skool Days

15th February 2025

Old Skool Days is back for another round of 90s & 00s Afternoon Anthems at Edinburgh's favourite retro venue!

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Pancake Sampling

15th February 2025 - 16th February 2025

Join us in our Live Kitchen located upstairs in our Kitchens Department in IKEA Edinburgh and get ready to celebrate Pancake day!

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Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight

15th February 2025

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral.

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Rhod Gilbert & The Giant Grapefruit

15th February 2025

Multi-award-winning comedian Rhod Gilbert is bouncing back with a brand new live show, Rhod Gilbert & the Giant Grapefruit, don't miss him live at Edinburgh Playhouse on 15th February!

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Rock Femme Fatales

15th February 2025

See new band Rock Femme Fatales at Dreadnought Rock on Saturday 15th February for their debut live show!

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Rug Tufting Experience Day

15th February 2025

Aimed at beginners, this intimate workshop at Dovecot Studios is an introduction to the art of electric gun tufting.

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Stand Up Horror

15th February 2025

Actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night at Stand Up Horror... you decide what the characters do, find and sometimes - yes sometimes - even love!

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Terrazzo Tray - Eco- resin Craft Workshop

15th February 2025

Join Polymorphics on 15th February for a delightful crafting experience and learn the techniques to craft your very own terrazzo masterpiece!

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The Big Show

15th February 2025

Enjoy a night of top stand-up comedy at The Big Show every weekend at Monkey Barrel Comedy, come see a line-up featuring outstanding local, national, and international comedians!

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The Early Saturday Show!

15th February 2025

Join us at the Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill act show!

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The Frank And Walters (Duo)

15th February 2025

The Frank and Walters are out on the road for a series of intimate acoustic gigs, with a date at The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 15th February!

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The Saturday Show

15th February 2025

Join us at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill five act show every Saturday!

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The Scottish Explorer: A selection of the Finest Local Produce

15th February 2025

Indulge in an unforgettable culinary journey that celebrates the essence of Scotland at Summerhall Distillery's Scottish Explorer events!

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Therapeutic Acro Yoga

15th February 2025

In this two hour workshop at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall, you will have an introduction to both giving and receiving the healing experiences of therapeutic acro yoga.

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Try Shinty: Tayforth, Edinburgh

15th February 2025

Shinty Club, Tayforth Camanachd, are excited to invite adults of all ages and abilities to experience the fun and athletic sport of shinty on February 15th at the Peffermill Playing Fields.

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Blood and Guts: The Twists and Turns of Edinburgh’s Medical History - Walking Tour

16th February 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Join Surgeons' Hall Museums on their 5* weekend walking tour through Edinburgh’s old town and hear tales of old Edinburgh, disease, dissection and curious methods of treatment!

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CLAY: Edinburgh Inaugural Amphora Wine Fair

16th February 2025

Edinburgh's inaugural amphora wine fair is here! Join us on Sunday, 16th February at Sotto Enoteca & Trattoria in Stockbridge!

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Come and Try Orienteering at Corstorphine Hill

16th February 2025
Edinburgh West

Following on from Edinburgh Southern Orienteering Club's very popular January event, online entries are now open for their next offering at Corstorphine Hill on Sunday 16th February.

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Edinburgh Baglama Festival

16th February 2025

Edinburgh’s inaugural Bağlama Festival is a groundbreaking celebration of the bağlama, a traditional Turkish string instrument, and takes place at The Caves on Sunday 16th February!

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Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market

16th February 2025

The Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market is the longest running car boot in Edinburgh... sell your unwanted goods to 1000s of bargain hunters and make extra cash!

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Family Print Club

16th February 2025

Edinburgh Printmakers' Family Print Club is perfect for children as they explore lots of different printmaking techniques and have fun as well!

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Freeze Frame Film Club Presents – Muriel’s Wedding (1994)

16th February 2025

Enjoy a special Valentine’s weekend screening of Muriel’s Wedding and film inspired meal at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 16th February!

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Gary Faulds Live 4.0

16th February 2025

Come and join Gary Faulds for a night of unforgettable laughter at The Stand Edinburgh on Sunday 16 February!

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Jazz Sabbath

16th February 2025

Exploring the boundaries between jazz and the songs that defined heavy metal, Jazz Sabbath play The Queen's Hall on Sunday 16th February!

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Kieran Hodgson Saves America (WIP)

16th February 2025

The United States is having a real cheeky one at the moment, and four-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Kieran Hodgson is trying to work out why.

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Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale

16th February 2025

The early bird catches the bargains... come and bag a bargain or earn some pennies from a recent clear out at the weekly Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale on Sunday mornings!

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Personal Trainer

16th February 2025

Catch Dutch indie rock collective 'Personal Trainer' when the play The Mash House Edinburgh on Sunday 16th February!

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Stockbridge Market

16th February 2025

The weekly Stockbridge Market is a foodie heaven featuring creative crafts, original artwork, superb street food. Eat, meet, greet or treat - there is something for everyone!

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The Big Show

16th February 2025

Enjoy a night of top stand-up comedy at The Big Show every weekend at Monkey Barrel Comedy, come see a line-up featuring outstanding local, national, and international comedians!

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The Illegal Eagles

16th February 2025

The Illegal Eagles make a welcome return with a brand new production, promising more of their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail and incredible showmanship.

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The Jim White Trio

16th February 2025

The Jim White Trio, with special guest Trey Blake, play Summerhall on Sunday 16th February.

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Popular Events

Chicago
Chicago returns to razzle dazzle theatres across the country in 2025, don't miss your chance to see it when it returns to the Edinburgh Playhouse in February!
Big Kid Circus: Edinburgh
The Big Kid Circus is in town again with a brand new show for 2025. Catch it at the Gyle Shopping Centre Car Park in February!
Mary Poppins
Direct from the West End, the classic multi award-winning musical Mary Poppins comes to the Festival Theatre from 12th January!
Molton Brown Edinburgh: Paccari Chocolate Tasting
Looking for something to do this Valentine's Day in Edinburgh? Why not have a sensorial experience with Pacari Chocolates UK and the Molton Brown store in St James Quarter!
Princess Sing Along
Join your favourite princesses for a karaoke sing along, hosted by Woody at Inchcolm Hall, Marchmont St Giles’ Parish Church on 22nd February!

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