Nights Out events in Edinburgh

Chopin by Candlelight

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.

Scots Music Group Ceilidhs

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.

Showtime @ The Comedy Attic

Join us for Showtime at The Comedy Attic every Friday and Saturday for the best comedy this glorious city of Edinburgh has to offer!

Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

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

Close-Up Magic at The Joker & Thief

Experience close-up magic with Tim Licata, one of Scotland’s most entertaining sleight-of-hand artists, at your table in the lovely Joker & Thief pub every Thursday!

A Night at the Opera by Candlelight (Feat. Nessun Dorma)

Set in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles' Cathedral, enjoy a night with the exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and some of the UK's leading opera singers!

The Comedy Cellar at Canon’s Gait

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!

The Big Show

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!

Stand Up Horror

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!

The Saturday Show

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

Free For All

Free For All is back at Monkey Barrel - with a fresh new vibe! Full-on, no holds barred live comedy for anyone and everyone.

Top Banana

Catch the comedy stars of the future and pro comics trying out new material every Wednesday night at Monkey Barrel Comedy's 'Top Banana'!

Burly Ceilidh Club

We’re famous for the Ceilidhs in our stunning Auditorium at the Ghillie Dhu, so come along a make it a night to remember!

Rockstar Karaoke

Come bring all your friends and sing all night to all your favourite rockaoke classics on Mondays at Legends!

Riffs Tuesdays

Come get your weekly dose of RIFFS at Legents Edinburgh every Tuesday!

Spandex Comedy

Don't miss out on Spandex Comedy! Join us every Tuesday night for a top night of laughs featuring stand up comedians from across the country dropping in to liven up the start of your week!

The Best of Scottish Comedy

Talk about doing what it says on the tin! Here you go a carload of simply the best comics on the contemporary Scottish circuit.

Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at Assembly Roxy

Come and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every month at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at the Assembly Roxy!

The Friday Show

Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!

The Sunday Night Laugh-In

Round off the weekend with our comedy cocktail which has the emphasis on the chilled and the laid back. At least five acts on each bill ensure variety and great value.

Red Raw

Red Raw, our long-running weekly beginner’s showcase is regarded as the best open mic night in the UK. It’s your chance to see the stars of tomorrow today.

Susan Morrison is historically funny

Susan Morrison, host of BBC Radio Scotland's 'Time Travels', will take you through some of Scotland's seediest, skankiest and scandalous history. And the funniest.

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight

Enjoy Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons, and other magnificent works by Candlelight at St Giles' Cathedral, performed by The Piccadilly Sinfonietta!

Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Join renowned British concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith for a performance of sensational classical and romantic works for solo piano at St Giles' Cathedral!

Stu and Garry’s Free Improv Show

Marvel as resident duo Stu & Garry weave comedy magic from your suggestions in this long-running improvised show at The Stand Edinburgh!

W.I.P.lash

Join us at The Stand Edinburgh for a brand spanking new showcase for established comics working up material for the Fringe or tour shows!

Bona Fide

Jay Lafferty invites the cream of Scotland's comics to the Stand Edinburgh to prove their worth by performing material written especially for the theme of the night!

Jay Lafferty and Liam Withnail - Work in progress

Two of Scotlands stand out stars, Jay Lafferty and Liam Withnail, preview their work in progress shows at The Stand Edinburgh.

The Roze Garden

Looking for the best Thursday night out in Edinburgh? Discover The Roze Garden - Edinburgh’s Cabaret and Club Night at The Street!

Ceilidh in Charteris Centre

Edinburgh Ceilidhs invites you to their regular ceilidh in the Charteris Centre with caller Ken Gourlay, ceilidh band and piper!

Campfire Improv

Gather round the campfire to watch some of Scotland's top improvisers create hilarious scenes based on stories from a special guest monologist.

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.

Moonspinners

Join us for a new quarterly series of full-moon celebrations, with live storytelling, music and a rotating programme of incredible performers.

Boards, Bags & Banter: Edinburgh’s Cornhole Social

Join us at The Biscuit Factory on Mondays for a fun-filled night of tossing bags and making new friends, perfect for all skill levels!

Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs

Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.

Klub Kabaret: All That Jazz

Prepare for an evening of exquisite entertainment as you are whisked away to a 1920s underground nightclub, brimming with jazz, booze, and intrigue at Brewhemia Edinburgh!

Cheese & Wine Tasting with Mellis Cheese

1802 Lounge & Grill is excited to team up with the widely popular Mellis cheesemongers to bring you a delicious Cheese & Wine Tasting event!

Easter @ ‘The Anatomist’ Escape Room

Easter is the perfect time to gather your team of family and friends to take on 'The Anatomist' - Edinburgh’s award winning historical escape room!

Easter at ‘The Deacon’s Cabinet’ Escape Room

This Easter, in addition to the usual mind-bending puzzles at The Deacon's Cabinet, there’s a little something extra to discover, a number of small chocolate eggs… will your team find them?

Edinburgh Magic

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; The Caledonian!

Ghosts of the Banshee

Are you brave enough to attend an unsettling night of ghosts in the Banshee Labyrinth - Scotland's Most Haunted Pub -  built into the legendary South Bridge Vaults.

Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece The Four Seasons and other magnificent works in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral.

Bongo’s Bingo Edinburgh

Bongo’s Bingo, the UK’s original bingo rave phenomenon, is back in Edinburgh at the Corn Exchange!

Mysteries: A Close-Up Magic Experience

Step into the magical world of Wonder & Co. - Scotland's only magic shop - and experience an intimate evening of extraordinary close-up magic!

Ian Smith: Work In Progress

Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee 2023 and co-host of the Northern News podcast returns to Monkey Barrel with a work in progress of a new show!

Alpine Adventure Dinner Theatre at Brewhemia

Step into a world of frothy bier steins, rustic charm, and enchanting alpine landscapes at Klub Kabaret’s Frühlingsfest spectacular in April.

Frühlingsfest

Join us at Brewhemia as we embrace the warmth and renewal of spring with a festive atmosphere, German-inspired treats, and plenty of fun for everyone!

Dr. Bonk’s Macarbaret

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!

Stuart McPherson: Work in Progress

Don't miss this brand new hour of jokes from Stuart McPherson, the co-host of the Some Laugh podcast and Scot Squad star!

For The Love of Shane MacGowan

Direct from their sensational 2024 Edinburgh Fringe sell-out run, For The Love of Shane MacGowan will come to La Belle Angele on Monday 21st April!

David Cross

American stand-up comedian and actor David Cross brings his UK tour to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Tuesday 22nd April!

Elliot Minor

After over a decade away, British rock band Elliot Minor are thrilled to announce their return to the stage, performing a very select few UK dates in April, including a date at The Liquid Room!

Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of)

Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen’s most iconic love story. Catch it at the Festival Theatre Edinburgh in April.

Caitlin Cook: The Writing on the Stall

Caitlin Cook’s hit bathroom graffiti musical, has quickly become a comedic, musical, and theatrical sensation. Catch it at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 23rd April!

Champagne Serveaux Tasting With Hugo Serveaux

Looking to try superb Champagne? Then come along to Drinkmonger on 23rd April as Hugo Serveaux from Champagne Serveaux Fils takes us through the Maison that his Grandfather founded.

Looking For Me Friend: The Music of Victoria Wood

Looking For Me Friend is a funny and touching musical tribute to the much-loved and sorely missed national treasure, Victoria Wood! Catch it at the Traverse Theatre in April!

Macseal

Indie rock band Macseal will play Sneaky Pete's, Edinburgh on Wednesday 23rd April with support from Jetski!

A Little Inquest Into What We Are All Doing Here

In 2022 a show was cancelled while it was still in rehearsal. A Little Inquest Into What We Are All Doing Here is a show about censorship and freedom of expression.

Alexander Bennett: Emotional Daredevil

Award nominated comedian and hilariously sentimental cynic Alexander Bennett brings his new show 'Emotional Daredevil' to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Thursday 24th April.

Ardnamurchan Whisky Tasting Evening with Chocolate Pairings

Join us at The Scottish Gantry in Edinburgh on Thursday 24th April as we will be welcoming Jenny from Ardnamurchan Distillery to conduct a tasting evening with Chocolate Pairings!

British Business Awards

The British Business Awards is taking place at the EICC on Thursday 24th April. It's the largest business dinner in the UK and will be hosted by A-list comedian Rob Brydon!

Great Big Knockers

Jukebox Bingo presents Great Big Knockers: a night of music and high jinks for the Knockengorroch Festival, featuring Jemima Thewes and Nikki Kent.

How You Can Make the World a Radically Better Place, with Rutger Bregman

This April, Rutger Bregman comes to the Assembly Rooms to convince us that in our age of crisis, we need to stop wasting our talent in jobs that solely provide personal enrichment.

Joan As Police Woman

Highly acclaimed American songwriter Joan As Police Woman returns to Edinburgh for a show at The Caves on Thursday 24th April!

Matt Carmichael ‘Dancing With Embers’ Album Launch

Join us at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 24th April for the launch of Matt Carmichael's new album 'Dancing With Embers'!

Mujie Yan plays Handel and Rameau

Join the Institut français d’Écosse for this concert at St Cecilia’s Hall on 24th April, as Mujie Yan guides us through a captivating harpsichord programme!

Skerryvore

As they close in on celebrating their 20th year as a band, Skerryvore limber up by returning to Livingston’s Howden Park Centre for a series of intimate gigs in April!

South Asian Coins in Museums and Proactive Repatriation and Justice-Seeking

Join the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland on 24th April at Augustine United Church for two special history talks and our Spring Election event!

Syrian Supper Club

Come and join the Cyrenians for their delicious Syrian food cooked with love by their award winning chef Noura Selibi!

80’s, 90’s, 00’s Silent Disco!

Join Silent Knights at Leith Arches on 25th April for a Silent Disco, where you can enjoy a fantastic night of music from three of the greatest music decades!

90s Silent Disco

After selling out the first show in Edinburgh Assembly Rooms, the spectacular 90s Silent Disco returns on Friday 25th April.

Absolute Elvis With Johnny Lee Memphis

Elvis Tribute Act Johnny Lee Memphis is the official and current World Cup and European Elvis Tribute Champion and you can catch him at the Reconnect Regal Theatre on April 25th!

California Love - Old School Hip Hop & R&B Party

Get ready to step back in time and relive the golden era of hip hop & R'N'B at La Belle Angele on Friday 25th April!

Candlelight Double Bill - ‘Einaudi’s Piano’ and ‘Romantic Piano Duets’

Bag yourself an amazing value package of candlelight concerts, with 2 shows for the price of 1 at St Vincent's Chapel, Edinburgh on April 25th!

Candlelight Double Bill - ‘Romantic Piano Duets’ and ‘Goldberg Variations’

Bag yourself an amazing value package of candlelight concerts, with 2 shows for the price of 1 at St Vincent's Chapel, Edinburgh on April 25th!

Close:Up Edinburgh Docufest

Close:Up Edinburgh Docufest, Edinburgh's one and only annual documentary film festival, returns on the 25th April to the historic Cameo Cinema.

Croft Fundraising Quiz

Gather your teammates and head down to Leith Community Croft on Friday April 25th for a night of quizzing to support Earth in Common!

Deeper Purple

If you like your music loud and proud the Deeper Purple show produces the most authentic tribute to the Classic Rock giants, don't miss it at The Voodoo Rooms on Friday 25th April!

Guid Crack: Wicked Ways Into Fame and Fortune

Join guest storyteller Riikka Palonen for another session of Edinburgh’s monthly storytelling club held upstairs in the Waverley Bar on Friday 25th April!

GUN

Prepare for an unforgettable experience as Paul, Jools and Dante from the iconic MTV EMA-winning rock band GUN bring their Hombres Acoustic Tour to The Caves, Edinburgh on Friday April 25th!

Moulin Rouge! The Musical!

Pop the champagne and prepare for the spectacular spectacular as Moulin Rouge! The Musical begins its World Tour at Edinburgh Playhouse from April 2025!

Nearly Dan

Nearly Dan: The Spirit & Sound of Steely Dan are real treat for all music lovers and an unmissable concert for any aspiring musician young or old, catch them at The Liquid Room on 25th April.

Onslaught

UK thrash legends 'Onslaught' come to Scotland as part of their world tour celebrating 40 years of Power From Hell! Join them at The Mash House on April 25th!

Piano by Candlelight - ‘Goldberg Variations’ (feat. Bach Toccata & Fugue)

Usher Hall emerging artist Matthew Shiel presents relaxing evening of Johann Sebastian Bach's iconic masterpieces and Classic FM favourites!

Pomegranates Festival

The Traditional Dance Forum of Scotland presents its fourth Pomegranates Festival which will run from Friday 25th to Wednesday 30th April 2025 at various venues across Edinburgh.

Pop Divas Silent Disco!

Get ready for the ultimate Pop Divas Silent Disco as Silent Knights return to Leith Arches on Friday 25th April!

Romantic Piano Duets by Candlelight

Don't miss Australian-British piano duo Matthew Shiel and Kathy Chow play popular favourites for piano duet by candlelight at St Vincents Chapel Edinburgh on 25th April!

Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Mozart’s Requiem

Principal Guest Conductor Patrick Hahn joins the RSNO Chorus and a terrific team of guest singers to bring the legend of Mozart's Requiem to life!

Swing That Music with Down for the Count All-Stars

Join the UK’s hardest swinging band Down for the Count All-Stars for “one hellova celebration of vintage music” (TimeOut London) – it’s time to Swing That Music!

The Lindisfarne Story

Founder member Ray Laidlaw and former front man Billy Mitchell are bringing a new instalment of The Lindisfarne Story The Pleasance Edinburgh on Friday 25th April.

The Specials Ltd

Celebrate the 45th anniversary of the The Specials' classic #1 single 'Too Much Too Young' with a night of music from The Specials Ltd at La Belle Angele on 25th April!

Tombeau: Couperin & Ravel

By presenting this 20th century suite alongside the Baroque music and dance that inspired it, we hope to give the audience a unique insight into Maurice Ravel’s creative process.

Alex Kealy: The Fear

Alex Kealy is taking his new stand-up show about fear on a national tour with a date at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 26th April!

Annie and the Jays presents Local Live

Don't miss an evening of live music from local talent, showcasing undiscovered artists in the Scottish music scene, at The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 26th April!

Bach and Vivaldi Violin Concertos by Candlelight

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform a selection of Vivaldi and Bach's magnificent concertos in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles' Cathedral!

C Duncan

Catch Glasgow born C Duncan when he plays The Pleasance Edinburgh on Saturday 26th April!

Goldberg Variations by Candlelight

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional early evening piano recital at the beautiful candlelit venue of St Giles' Cathedral!

Gypsy Pistoleros

Dreadnoughtrock welcome back the very unique and brilliant Gypsy Pistoleros on Saturday 26th April.

Jah Wobble’s Metal Box - Rebuilt in Dub

Don't miss former Public Image Ltd bassist Jah Wobble as he revisits old stomping ground on new studio album Metal Box: Rebuilt in Dub!

Lothian Gaelic Choir Spring Concert

Join the Lothian Gaelic Choir in their 40th anniversary year for an evening of Gaelic song along with guest soloists, the James Gilliespies' Gaelic Choir on Saturday 26 April!

Penelope Trappes + support

Brighton-based Australian Penelope Trappes is a vocalist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist and she brings her UK tour to The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh on 26th April!

Portobello Grand Reggae Ball with Messenger Soundsystem - Part 3

Edinburgh Dub Club and Messenger join forces once again for the Portobello Grand Reggae Ball - Part 3 in the historic Portobello Town Hall on Saturday 26th April!

Robert Jon & The Wreck

Californian Southern rockers Robert Jon & The Wreck return to the UK for a Spring Tour with a date at The Liquid Room on 26th April!

The Cavern Beatles

Take a Magical 'History' Tour through the works of the greatest pop music phenomenon when The Cavern Beatles perform at The Assembly Rooms on Saturday 26th April!

The Chicago Blues Brothers - Respect Tour

The Chicago Blues Brothers have put the band back together to bring you their RESPECT greatest hit’s tour. Catch them at the Usher Hall on Saturday 26th April.

Bicurious

Bicurious have made fans all over the world with their unique blend of rock, math-rock, post-rock and unforgettable melodies. Catch them live at The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 27th April!

Cirqulation: Heritage

The show family-friendly show in all discipline circus presents new acts by established and emerging circus artists from across Scotland.

ETTE + Aino Elina Stripped!

Join ETTE plus Aino Elina for Stripped!, a quiet live music club at The Outhouse on Sunday April 27th!

Heart of Midlothian Football Club Player of the Year 2024-2025

Heart of Midlothian’s Player of the Year awards return on Sunday 27th April at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre!

The Prat Pack

Four of the country's greatest comedy entertainers, Bradley Walsh, Shane Richie, Joe Pasquale and Brian Conley, will bring The Prat Pack, packed with laughs and songs, to Edinburgh in April!

Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series - The Harris Quartet

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral on Monday 28th April as part of the Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series!

Joe Kent-Walters: Frankie Monroe in Progress

Dust off your Clarks shoes and get ready for Frankies biggest show yet at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Monday 28th April!

Molly McGuiness: SLOB (WIP)

Molly McGuinness, a Salford-born comedian whose natural warmth conceals razor-sharp working class observations, brings her WIP show to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 28th April!

SI-FAN Film Festival: Edinburgh

SI-FAN Film Festival returns to Edinburgh from 28th April to 4th May bringing the most exciting genre feature and short films on the film festival circuit to Scottish audiences.

Sibel Tuzun UK Tour

The legendary Sibel Tüzün, one of Turkey’s most iconic and powerful voices, is coming to The Voodoo Rooms in Edinburgh on Monday 28th April as part of her exclusive Ramadan Feast UK Tour!

When We Were Young

When We Were Young is both a hilarious and nostalgic look back to 1990s Glasgow as well as a heartbreaking story of stolen youth. Catch it at the Howden Park Centre on 28th April!

Incognito

Three interwoven stories exploring the nature of identity and how we are defined by what we remember, Incognito is an exhilarating exploration of what it means to be human.

Beltane Fire Festival

Beltane Fire Festival returns on 30th April 2025. Join us for an immersive experience of revelry as we light the fires on Calton Hill!

Brown Horse

Catch Brown Horse, a Norwich-based country rock band, when they play The Voodoo Rooms on Wednesday April 30th!

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!

Toots And The Maytals Feat. Leba Hibbert

The Toots and the Maytals legacy lives on with Toots' daughter, Leba Hibbert, now fronting the band. They return for a UK tour including a show at The Queens Hall on April 30th!

Al Brown and the Bluelighters at the First Thursday Blues Club

The First Thursday Blues Club is pleased to welcome the outrageously talented Al Brown and the Bluelighters on 1st May!

Candlelight Double Bill - ‘Classic FM Top 10’ and ‘Rhapsody in Blue’

2 shows for the price of 1! An amazing value package of candlelight concerts - 'Classic FM Top 10 and Rhapsody in Blue' at St Vincent's Chapel Edinburgh on 1st May!

Candlelight Double Bill - ‘Einaudi’s Piano’ and ‘Classic FM Top 10’

Don't miss an amazing value package of candlelight concerts, with 2 shows for the price of 1, 'Einaudi's Piano' and 'Classic FM Top 10' at St Vincent's Chapel, Edinburgh on 1st & 2nd May!

Chillout Piano by Candlelight – ‘Classic FM Top10’ (feat. Moonlight Sonata)

Usher Hall emerging artist Matthew Shiel presents a relaxing evening of the best classical piano music at St Vincents Chapel Edinburgh on 1st & 2nd May!

Clara Mann

Clara Mann, a Franco-British indie-folk musician, plays The Voodoo Rooms on Thursday 1st May!

India Song + Q&A

Delphine Seyrig plays the bored and promiscuous wife of a French diplomat in Marguerite Duras’s Calcutta based drama, now fully restored to its original glory.

Jazz Sessions by Candlelight - ‘Rhapsody in Blue’

Usher Hall emerging artist Matthew Shiel Matthew Shiel leads his acclaimed jazz band on odyssey through blues, cabaret, ragtime and improv by candlelight on 1st May!

Loud Poets Showcase

Don’t miss the next fantastic show from Scotland’s best spoken word night 'Loud Poets' on Thursday 1st May with Inga Dale, Sarah Grant, Bradley Taylor & Stephen Watt!

Marc Jennings: Marc’sism

Scottish Comedian of the Year winner and host of the Some Laugh podcast, Marc Jennings returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 1st May with his new show!

Mella Dee @ Bongo Club

Get ready Edinburgh, the dancefloor is about to ignite as Mella Dee rolls into The Bongo Club for a night of high-energy, full-throttle club action on Thursday 1st May!

SCO 2024/25: Mozart Sinfonia Concertante

Stephanie Gonley teams up with SCO Principal Violist Max Mandel in what many consider Mozart’s finest creation: the Sinfonia concertante.

Scottish Ballet: The Crucible

Scottish Ballet return to the Festival Theatre in May with Arthur Miller's drama of power and persecution, The Crucible!

The Flaming Lips

The Flaming Lips perform Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots Live in concert at the Usher Hall on Thursday 1st May!

The Great Edinburgh May Day Cabaret

Featuring a fantastic line-up, the Great Edinburgh May Day Cabaret is a celebration of International Workers’ Day.

Black Cat Bone

Edinburgh rockers Black Cat Bone are ready to unleash some bluesy rock n' roll magic when they return to Dreadnought Rock on Friday 2nd May!

Candlelight Double Bill - Classic FM Top 10 and Mozart Piano Concerto

Catch an amazing Candlelight Double Bill - Classic FM Top 10 and Mozart Piano Concerto with this 2 shows for the price of 1 offer on 2nd May at St Vincent's Chapel!

Candlelight: A Tribute to Taylor Swift

Discover the music of Taylor Swift at the Ghillie Dhu, Edinburgh under the gentle glow of candlelight at this live, multi-sensory musical experience!

Candlelight: Ed Sheeran Meets Coldplay

Discover the music of Ed Sheeran Meets Coldplay at Ghillie Dhu under the gentle glow of candlelight!

Edinburgh Tradfest: MAIK

Jamie Cook and Kirsty Law have joined forces to bring some of their most beloved songs together as brand new folk duo MAIK. Catch them at the Scottish Storytelling Centre as part of Tradfest!

Galactic Carnival Edinburgh

Get ready, Edinburgh! A brand-new, out-of-this-world experience is arriving this spring as Galactic Carnival Edinburgh makes its debut at West Side Plaza, Wester Hailes, from 2nd May to 25th May!

Heavy Weather

Heavy Weather, one of Scotland’s most promising new bands, headline The Mash House on Friday 2nd May!

Huge Davies: Album For My Ancestors

Huge Davies returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Friday 2nd May with his new show 'Album For My Ancestors'!

In Other Words

Matthew Seager's award winning drama, In Other Words, is coming to the Studio Theatre Edinburgh on 2nd & 3rd May!

Laurie Wright

Laurie Wright is a guitar driven, rock n roll juggernaut who has quickly scaled the heights of the live music scene over the last few years! Catch him live at Cabaret Voltaire on Friday 2nd May!

Moulin Rouge Themed Dinner

Join Copper Blossom on Friday 2nd May for a night of dazzling glamour and decadent indulgence at our Moulin Rouge Themed Dinner Party!

Mozart’s Piano Concertos by Candlelight (feat. Rondo alla Turka)

Moonlight Concerts invite you to join Usher Hall emerging artist Matthew Shiel as he takes centre-stage in Mozart's breath-taking masterpieces at St Vincents Chapel Edinburgh on 2nd May!

Roddy Woomble

Idlewild frontman Roddy Woomble is widely considered to be among Scotland's best contemporary songwriters. Don't miss him at The Pleasance Edinburgh on Friday 2nd May!

Ross Ainslie & the Sanctuary Band

Ross Ainslie gets together with collaborators The Sanctuary Band to perform tracks from the brand-new album, Pool at The Queens Hall Edinburgh on Friday 2nd May!

Royal Scottish National Orchestra: The Music Of John Williams

Join the Royal Scottish National Orchestra for a full-scale symphonic tribute to movie composer John Williams at the Usher Hall on Friday 2nd May!

Three Nights of CALM - Tom Walker & Nina Nesbitt

Enjoy an intimate night of music from Tom Walker & Nina Nesbitt at Edinburgh's Assembly Rooms on Friday 2nd May in aid of CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably).

An Enchanting Night at the Opera by Candlelight (feat. Dido’s Lament)

Sunday Herald and Scottish Opera Star Catherine Backhouse presents an unforgettable evening at the opera on 3rd May at St Cecilia's Hall.

Boldy James

Boldy James, an American rapper considered one of the most respected and innovative figures in underground hip-hop, plays La Belle Angele on Saturday 3rd May!

Candlelight Double Bill - Goldberg Variations and Opera by Candlelight

Enjoy an amazing value package of candlelight concerts - 'Goldberg Variations' and 'Opera by Candlelight' at St Cecilia's Hall on 3rd May!

Candlelight Double Bill - Night at the Opera and Four Seasons

Don't miss an Enchanting Night at the Opera by Candlelight at St Cecilia's Hall with a double bill - 2 shows for the price of 1 - 'Night at the Opera' and 'Four Seasons' on 3rd May!

Clearwater Creedence Revival

Don't miss a night of all time classic hits when Clearwater Creedence Revival return to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Saturday 3rd May 2025!

Dean Johnson

Dean Johnston is on a Europe & UK tour in 2025 and brings it to The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 3rd May!

Edinburgh Tradfest: A Necklace of Stories from the Highlands & Islands

With story, music and imagery, storytellers Bea Ferguson and Heather Yule explore the captivating tales of these lands, and the people and strange creatures who dwelt there.

Edinburgh Tradfest: Divergence

Divergence is so named because the band seeks to employ non-traditional instruments in traditionally-inspired music and you can hear them at the Traverse Theatre on 3rd May.

Edinburgh Tradfest: Leveret

Leveret, a unique collaboration between three of England's finest folk musicians, return to The Traverse at part of Edinburgh Tradfest!

Ellie Taylor: Palavering

Comedian, presenter and actor Ellie Taylor announces a brand new stand-up tour hitting the UK in Spring 2025 with a date at the EICC on Saturday 3rd May!

Horatio Gould: Return of the Space Cowboy

Following his sell-out debut show, viral sensation Horatio Gould brings his much-anticipated show, Return of the Space Cowboy, to Monkey Barrel on Saturday 3rd May!

Nati.

Kirkcaldy singer/songwriter Nati. has a global army of fans and a music career on fast-track, catch her live at Cabaret Voltaire on Saturday 3rd May as part of The Golden Tour!

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, the world’s finest tribute to Fleetwood Mac, return to the Usher Hall on Saturday 3rd May celebrating the very best of Fleetwood Mac!

The Eves

Critically acclaimed Scottish pop duo ‘The Eves’ are playing their first Liquid Room headline show on Saturday 3rd May!

The Music Of Coldplay By Candlelight

Calling all Coldplay fans... you've been waiting for 'Something Just Like This'! The Music Of Coldplay By Candlelight is coming to the Assembly Rooms on Saturday 3rd May!

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight

Moonlight Concerts invite you to join world-renowned violinist Emma Jane Lloyd as she takes centre-stage in Vivaldi's breath-taking masterpiece 'The Four Seasons' at St Cecilia’s Hall on 3rd May!

Edinburgh Tradfest: Dowally + Philippe Boudot: Ici et Là-Bas

Don't miss cinematic-folk duo Dowally and innovative French drummer Philippe Boudot as they celebrate the release of their album Ici et Là-Bas, recorded last year in Edinburgh!

Edinburgh Tradfest: Hartwin Trio

Discover a dazzling play of sounds during this concert by the Hartwin Trio as part of Tradfest!

Edinburgh Tradfest: Lauren MacColl: Half A Lifetime

For this very special Edinburgh Tradfest gig Lauren MacColl plays tunes from her most recent album Haar, along with a delve into the back catalogue.

Evening of Mystery: An Experience of Dance, Poetry & Community

You are invited to an unforgettable evening of mystery, where dance, poetry, and music come together to shape our growing community on Sunday, 4th May at the Voodoo Rooms!

Lene Lovich

Lene Lovich is back on the road with her 'Toy Box' tour and brings it to La Belle Angele on Sunday 4th May!

Mamma Mia Sing-along

Get ready to dance and sing along this May Bank Holiday weekend at Brewhemia’s Mamma Mia Sing-A-Long!

Michael Cera Palin

Michael Cera Palin, an American emo band from Atlanta, Georgia bring their UK/Ireland tour to Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Sunday 4th May!

Ready Steady 60’s Show

Ready Steady 60's Show presents a showcase of the great bands of this unforgettable decade, don't miss it when it returns to the Reconnect Regal Theatre!

Edinburgh Tradfest: For The Love of Trees

This year’s special commission at Edinburgh Tradfest is by the legendary harpist, singer and composer Mary Macmaster!

Edinburgh Tradfest: Teho.

Teho., a Finnish power-fiddle duo that explodes musical boundaries while having roots deeply in the tradition, play the Traverse Theatre on 5th May as part of Edinburgh Tradfest!

Foivos Delivorias Trio

Foivos Delivorias embarks on a journey to bring his new performance to audiences across the country, from one end to the other and on 5th May, he will perform at Queen's Hall Edinburgh.

Lach Live: A Night of Songs & Stories by Antifolk’s Founder

Don't miss a free recital by Lach, songwriting founder of the Antifolk scene, in the intimate setting of The Waverley Bar on Monday 5th May!

Edinburgh Tradfest: Morag Brown & Lewis Powell-Reid

Morag Brown and Lewis Powell-Reid play a rich repertoire of instrumental music from Scottish traditions along with many others.

Edinburgh Tradfest: Stories and Songs in the North-East Bothy Tradition

Join ballad singer Allan Taylor, fiddler Karin Paterson and storytellers Phyll McBain and Jackie Ross for a ceilidh of land, laughter and a hearty dollop of Doric!

Edinburgh Tradfest: The Hot Seats

The Hot Seats are returning to Scotland for the first time since the pandemic and they play Edinburgh Tradfest for the first time!

Scotland’s Salute - A Tribute to VE-Day 80th Anniversary Concert

Organised by Legion Scotland and Poppyscotland, this exciting May event follows on from this year’s hugely successful Scotland Salutes: D-Day 80 concert held back in June.

Abigoliah Schamaun: Legally Cheeky

Legally Cheeky charts Abigoliah Schamaun’s journey in a heart-warming tale of highs, lows, twists and turns as she recounts the year that shook her and her partner Tom to the core.

Drinkmonger Cocktail Club The Agave Switcheroo

This Drinkmonger evening on Wednesday 7th May will see a showdown between the noble spirits of Mexico: Tequila, Mezcal and Sotol.

Edinburgh Tradfest: Beth Malcolm

Glasgow-based folk sensation Beth Malcolm plays the Traverse Theatre on Wednesday 7th May as part of Edinburgh Tradfest!

Edinburgh Tradfest: Let Them Be Heard: Sangstream Scots Folk Choir

Sangstream, the a cappella Scots folk choir now in its 28th year, led by the renowned Corrina Hewat, is excited to perform their rich choice of songs as part of Tradfest.

Edinburgh Tradfest: The Travelling Janes

Led by celebrated Scottish-American jazz vocalist Ali Affleck, The Traveling Janes is an all-women international ensemble. Catch them at the Traverse Theatre on 7th May!

Jesus Christ Superstar

Catch this amateur production of Jesus Christ Superstar from Southern Light when it comes to the Festival Theatre in Edinburgh in May!

LIFE

LIFE is set in a drawing class. Audiences are gently invited to draw or doodle during the show, or watch the story emerge. Pencil and paper are provided.

Bedroom Farce

The Edinburgh Makars bring Alan Ayckbourn’s classic comedy 'Bedroom Farce' to Church Hill Theatre from 8th to 10th May!

China Crisis

China Crisis will return to the Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Thursday 8th May to o celebrate the ruby anniversary of their watershed classic 1985 release 'Flaunt the Imperfection'!

CVC

CVC, or Church Village Collective in full, bring their 'Blink Of An Eye' Tour to Cabaret Voltaire on Thursday 8th May!

Edinburgh Tradfest: Ellie Beaton

Enjoy an hour in the company of Ellie Beaton, this year’s BBC Scotland Young Trad Winner, at the Traverse Theatre on 8th May!

Edinburgh Tradfest: Hearth Fire Sessions

Welcome to an eclectic night of ancient myth, contemporary storytelling, post-folk music, and physical artistry!

Edinburgh Tradfest: Seckou Keita

Enjoy uplifting and contemplative music from Seckou Keita, a renowned Kora virtuoso who stands as a luminary amongst African traditional musicians!

Europe Day Concert: Christine Bovill

Award winning chanteuse, Christine Bovill, returns the Institut Francais on 8th & 9th May to celebrate European Day!

Matt Price: Raging Bill

This is a very funny show about getting back up when life has hit you hard. Years later and having been through some ups and downs, Matt Price learns something about himself that you’ll not forget!

Paul Currie - Dada Dojpo (WIP)

Irish award winning cult comedian Paul Currie tries to make sense, of all the nonsense, of existence, using no sense!

SCO 2024/25: Yeol Eum Son plays Beethoven

Yeol Eum Son makes a welcome return with Beethoven’s Third Piano Concerto, in a concert that reaches its climax with Haydn’s ‘Nelson’ Mass.

The Deadlians

One of Ireland's best kept secrets, The Deadlians are a Dublin based band with a cult following playing folk songs, punk rock, psychedelic segues... catch them at The Voodoo Rooms on 8th May!

The Rooks

The Rooks are a five-piece rock outfit from Glasgow, with a distinctively anthemic sound that is built to release crowds into aggravated euphoria, catch them live at Sneaky Pete's on 8th May!

Clown Extravaganza

Catch silly, surreal, absurdist comedy and clowning from Phil O'Shea in the Cinema Room at The Banshee Labyrinth!

Ed Night: The Plunge

It's time for Ed Night to sling a microphone over his shoulder and start hopping on boxcars bound for every corner of this dusty old isle to tour his new stand-up comedy show, The Plunge.

Edinburgh Tradfest: Catherine Maclellan & Lucy Farrell

Though they grew up half a world apart, Catherine Maclellan & Lucy Farrell connect through the quiet brilliance of their songcraft and the warm clarity of their delivery.

Edinburgh Tradfest: Kathleen Macinnes

Enjoy a super special gig from Kathleen Macinnes, one of Scotland’s national treasures, as part of Edinburgh Tradfest!

Edinburgh Tradfest: The Legend of the Anonymous Poet (Or a 20th Century Barbarian Account)

This special live performance from filmmaker/storytellers Nadir Bouhmouch and Soumeya Ait Ahmed combines film, lecture and storytelling!

Fireside Stories: Herbal Histories

Join artist and storyteller Amanda Edmiston for an evening of botanical storytelling inspired by the Physic Garden at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on 9th May!

Hanley and the Baird, Sing In The City Aw Blacks

Put aside everything you think you know about choirs and come and watch Hanley and the Baird and the auditioned choir The Aw Blacks from Sing in the City!

Radiohead By Candlelight

Step into an evening of candlelit excitement with some of the best tracks from Radiohead albums performed by the fabulous London Concertante in St Gile's Cathedral!

Rogér Fakhr & Charif Megarbane

Rogér Fakhr & Charif Megarbane represent two generations of artists pushing Lebanese music culture forwards and you can catch them at The Mash House on 9th May!

Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Night-Sky-Blue

Håkan Hardenberger performs the Scottish premier of night-sky-blue at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Friday 9th May!

The Counterfeit Sixties Show

Re-live the sounds of the swinging sixties, as Britain’s No. 1 tribute show brings alive the magic of the sixties at the Howden Park Centre on 9th May!

The Portobello Comedy Night

Headlining the final Portobello Comedy Night before the summer break is the brilliant Mike Capozzola!

waverley.

waverley. are celebrating the release of their latest EP 'Flail' (out 2nd May), with a landmark headline show at the Cabaret Voltaire Café on Friday 9th May!

Counterfeit 70s Show

After an extensive tour with The Counterfeit Sixties show, a unique Seventies show is on tour celebrating a decade of glam rock to new wave music and everything in between!

Crooners

Crooners return to Scotland in May with their rip-roaring comedy music show chock full of crooner classics... don't miss it at Assembly Rooms on Saturday 10th!

DnB Allstars X Woodland Dance Project

Don't miss this unique outdoor 30HZ experience at Vogrie Country Park on Saturday 10th May!

Edinburgh Tradfest: Finlay MacDonald Band

The Finlay Macdonald Band has been coming very much to the fore over the past couple of years and you can catch them at the Traverse Theatre on 10th May as part of Tradfest!

Edinburgh Tradfest: Rhona Stevens & Joseph Peach

Their sound of Rhona Stevens & Joseph Peach is best described as cinematic alt-folk, fusing elements of folk, classical, jazz, indie, electronic and alternative music. It’s unbelievably beautiful.

Festhailes Music Festival 2025

Newhailes is once again hosting its family friendly music festival in the grounds of Newhailes House on Saturday 10th May!

John-Luke Roberts: It is Better + Best Of

“It is Better” is an hour long spoken-word comedy show written and performed by John-Luke Roberts, with music by composer John Chambers.

MacFloyd

MacFloyd return to The Corn Exchange Haddington on Saturday 10th May with a special show celebrating the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd's classic album, Wish You Were Here!

Maxim Emelyanychev plays Mozart

Join Maxim Emelyanychev for a very special evening of Mozart celebration and final concert of the Baroque Music Festival at St Cecilia's Hall on 10th May!

Mr Worldwide Party - A Pitbull Rave

Get ready for to celebrate life, Pitbull style at La Belle Angele on Saturday 10th May!

Red Hot Chilli Pipers & Rura - Tartan Parade Celebration Concert

Prepared for a night of exhilarating music and dance, a huge celebration and after party to Edinburgh’s inaugural tartan parade, with the Red Hot Chilli Pipers & Rura at the Usher Hall on 10th May!

Search Results

Search Results is an indie rock band blending elements of post-punk, synth-pop, and shoegaze to create a dynamic and atmospheric sound. Catch them at Sneaky Pete's on Saturday 10th May!

Straighten Out - Stranglers Tribute

Straighten out are the No 1 tribute to the Stranglers, don't miss them live when they return to Dreadnought Rock in Bathgate on Saturday 10th May!

The Cheap Thrills

What started with modest beginnings in a Liverpool basement has now snowballed into the band headlining 2000 capacity venues, don't miss The Cheap Thrills live at Cabaret Voltaire on May 10th!

The Poet and the Moon: Lorca’s Flamenco Soul

TuFlamenco presents a tribute to Federico García Lorca, Spain’s most iconic poet, through Flamenco’s rhythm, dance, and poetry at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on Saturday 10th May.

Woodland Dance Project

The Woodland Dance Project returns with a bang in 2025! Set in the lush and picturesque surroundings at Vogrie Country Park on Saturday 10th May!

Amy Annette: Thick Skin

Fresh from a SOLD-OUT RUN at the Edinburgh Fringe, Amy Annette brings her debut show ‘THICK SKIN’ to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Sunday 11th May!

BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra: Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony

Join the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra at the Usher Hall on 11th May as they play Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony!

Dawn Brothers

The Dawn Brothers will be on the road again in the spring with their first ever UK headline tour and play The Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh on Sunday 11th May!

Edinburgh Tradfest: ETF Spotlight

Each year we present a show that will throw a light on some of the most exciting new performers in folk and traditional music today.

Edinburgh Tradfest: Pelkkä Poutanen

Don't miss Pelkkä Poutanen, a hypnotic and unique artist known for her distinctive voice and masterful throat-singing techniques, at the Traverse Theatre as part of Tradfest!

Edinburgh Tradfest: Remembering Douglas

Join us at the Scottish Storytelling Centre for a celebration of independent film in Scotland through the lens of celebrated filmmaker Douglas Eadie!

Jack Dee: Small World

In what is set to be one of the comedy highlights of next year, Jack Dee has announced he'll be bringing his brand new live tour to the Royal Lyceum Theatre in May!

May You Be With The Farce

Don't miss comedian, cartoonist and actor Mike Capozzola when he brings his multimedia comedy show, that mocks and celebrates all things STAR WARS, to The Banshee Labyrinth on Sunday 11th May!

Edinburgh Tradfest: Siobhan Miller Band

Don't miss this rare opportunity to see the Siobhan Miller band in full flight at the Traverse Theatre as part of Tradfest!

Tramhaus

Live wire postpunk sensation Tramhaus, heralded for their energetic shows filled with fiery songs, play Sneaky Pete's on Monday 12th April!

KELI

Marking 40 years since the miners' strikes and featuring a sharp, hilarious script and live brass score KELI is a gripping show about community, creativity, and music!

Pixies

American alternative rock band Pixies return to the Edinburgh Corn Exchange on Wednesday 14th May!

Quiz

James Graham’s thrilling play combines the tension of a courtroom with the energy of a game show as a winning contestant on Britain’s Who Wants to Be A Millionaire? stands trial for cheating.

Rebecca Vasmant Ensemble

Award-winning DJ, producer, label head and broadcaster Rebecca Vasmant brings her outstanding band through to Sneaky Pete's to perform music from her new record ‘Who We Are, Becoming’!

Big Kid Circus: Edinburgh

The Big Kid Circus is in town again with a brand new show for 2025. Catch it at the Fort Kinnaird Shopping Centre in May!

Failure Project

Following her critically acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Festival, BAFTA nominee Yolanda Mercy returns with her bold new show, Failure Project.

Heaven Can Wait - A Tribute to the Music of Meat Loaf

Carlton Entertainment brings their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf’s greatest hits – Heaven Can Wait to the Howden Park Centre on Thursday 15th May!

Huey Morgan - The Fun Lovin’ Criminal

Huey Morgan and the band are heading out on a UK tour in May with a date at The Liquid Room, Edinburgh on Thursday 15th!

Karen Dunbar

Chewin' The Fat star Karen Dunbar is back with her brand new 2025 Scottish Tour, don't miss her live at Reconnect Regal Theatre on 15th May!

Lorna Rose Treen: Work In Progress

Award-winning, comedy-killing (The Sun), former-Cadbury World-working character comedian Lorna Rose Treen is trying out a bunch of new bits at Monkey Barrel on 15th May!

Mhairi Black - Politics Isn’t for Me

Following a sell-out run at Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Mhairi Black will bring her hit show, Politics Isn't for Me, to Haddington Corn Exchange on Thursday 15th May!

SCO 2024/25: Benedetti Plays Brahms

Nicola Benedetti joins charismatic Principal Conductor Maxim Emelyanychev for an end-of-Season celebration full of romance and adventure.

Underground Unlocked at The Real Mary King’s Close

For one night only on Thursday 15th May, step beneath the Royal Mile and experience The Real Mary King’s Close like never before!

Barrowland Ballet: Wee Man

Wee Man is a highly physical and dynamic dance-theatre performance work by award-winning choreographer, Natasha Gilmore. Catch it at The Studio Edinburgh on 16th & 17th May!

Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations... discover the music of Hans Zimmer at Ghillie Dhu, Edinburgh!

Dan Sealey

Dan Sealey is on his first full UK solo tour, after the release of his album ‘Beware of Darkness’ and stops off at The Voodoo Rooms on 16th May!

Foo Fighters GB

Get ready for an unforgettable Foo Fighters experience with the Foo Fighters GB Tribute band at The Liquid Room on 16th May 2025!

Gary Faulds Live 4.0

4.0 is Gary Faulds fourth tour, come and join him for a night of interactive stand-up madness at the Howden Park Centre on Friday 16th May!

Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Wagner’s Ring Symphony

This orchestral 'adventure' with the RSNO gives you a taste of Wagner's Ring Symphony – all its majesty, power and drama – in just over an hour!

Sam Amidon

Don't miss Vermont singer and multi-instrumentalist Sam Amidon live at The Voodoo Rooms on Friday 16th May!

An Audience with Aggers and Tuffers

Whether you're a devoted cricket fan eager for insider stories or just looking for a fun evening out, don't miss your chance to catch these two stars live in action!

Arash Rowshan

Join Arash Rowshan for a night you will remember forever (or you won't depending on how much you drink) at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 17th May!

Benji Waterhouse: You Don’t Have to Be Mad to Work Here - Book Tour 2025

NHS psychiatrist, award-winning comedian, and Sunday Times best-selling author Benji Waterhouse — is going on his first book tour and brings it to the Traverse Theatre on Saturday 17th May!

Capercaillie

Capercaillie bring their 40th Anniversary Tour to the Usher Hall on Saturday 17th May!

Connor Burns: New stuff (WIP)

Join Connor Burns at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 17th May, for a loose, fun hour of new jokes and shouty ranting while he gets his new show “Gallus” into shape!

Francis Rossi

Enjoy an evening with Francis Rossi, performing songs from the Status Quo Songbook and more, at The Queen's Hall in May!

Illegally Blondie

Don't miss Illegally Blondie, a Blondie Tribute Band, at Dreadnoughtrock Bathgate on Saturday 17th May!

Laldie Ceilidh featuring Rerr Terr Ceilidh Band

A Laldie Ceilidh is at the heart of a great Saturday night and this month we're dancing with live music from Rerr Terr Ceilidh Band at the Assembly Roxy on 17th May!

Peter Cat

Glaswegian art pop auteurs PETER CAT return to Edinburgh on 17th May for a full band headline show at Sneaky Pete's, ahead of their colossal new single and eponymous album, 'Starchamber'!

Seafret

Seafret will bring their special stripped back acoustic show to Edinburgh's Mash House on Saturday 17th May!

Seraphic Eyes

Italian band Seraphic Eyes are joined by Silver Dollar Room, VRA & the Ewan Patrick Band at The Mash House on Saturday 17th May!

The Christians

The Christians will be playing their well known back catalogue and one or two favourites selected from newer albums when they perform live at La Belle Angele on Saturday 17th May!

Colinton Orchestra Spring Concert

Join Colinton Orchestra for their Spring Concert at Polwarth Parish Church on Sunday 18th May!

Country Hits Live

Performed by a cast of multi award-winning musicians and singers, Country Hits Live will celebrate the atmosphere and energy of an evening in the home of country music.

Gizmo Varillas

Gizmo Varillas, a UK based Spanish singer songwriter, plays Summerhall Edinburgh on Sunday 18th May!

Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers: In Time

Join the celebration of Mugenkyo’s landmark 30th anniversary, with a very special show of big beats, visual treats & vital energy at The Queens Hall Edinburgh on 18th May!

Rob Copland: Gimme (One With Everything)

Rob Copland brings his show 'Gimme (One With Everything)', a high-octane extravaganza of clowning and stand-up, to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Sunday 18th May!

Spell Songs

Don't miss a rare live performance by folk ‘supergroup’ Spell Songs at the Usher Hall on Sunday 18th May!

The Australian Bee Gees Show - CANCELLED

Having performed to over 1 million people in sold out theatres and concert halls across the globe, The Australian Bee Gees Show is coming to the Festival Theatre on Sunday 18th May!

Tom Lawrinson: Buried Alive (And Loving It)

Tom Lawrinson presents his new show about family and growing up in a Spanish subterranean cave at The Stand Edinburgh on 18th May!

Gaz Oakley’s Tales of the Homestead - CANCELLED

In this one-of-a-kind show, Gaz Oakley will take you on a personal tour of his garden offering a behind-the-scenes look at life on the homestead and the journey he went on to get there.

Levison Wood: Walking The World

Join Levison Wood, the world-renowned explorer, best-selling author and TV presenter, for on his fifth UK theatre tour, Walking the World: A Life of Exploration and Adventure.

Tales of the City: Part of Edinburgh 900

Join Penpal Productions at the Scottish Storytelling Centre for this series of short pieces exploring what the city means to these diverse voices.

The Rheingans Sisters

The Rheingans Sisters, Rowan and Anna, return to the Traverse Theatre on Monday 19th May!

Blinded By The Light

Writer Sylvia Dow brings her piece Blinded by the Light, a story of survival, of beliefs tested, of spirit and endurance, to the Traverse Theatre on Tuesday 20th and Wednesday 21st May!

Guenther Steiner LIVE: Unfiltered

Buckle up and fasten your seatbelts for a hugely entertaining all-areas-access conversation spanning a decade inside Formula 1, with former Haas F1 team principal Guenther Steiner!

Mhairi Black - Politics Isn’t for Me

Following a sell-out run at Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Mhairi Black will bring her hit show, Politics Isn't for Me, to The Lyceum on Tuesday 20th May!

Rich(ard) Dawson

The avant-garde Northumbrian folk storyteller Rich(ard) Dawson come to The Pleasance Edinburgh on 20th May in support of his new album End of the Middle!

Sex Mask + Bandit

Sex Mask and Bandit are on a co-headline UK tour and play Sneaky Pete's on Tuesday 20th May!

The Music of Hans Zimmer & others

Experience the unique and best film scores from the likes of Dune, James Bond, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Lion King, Gladiator and many more at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh!

Alana Jackson: Work In Progress

Alana Jackson, winner of So You Think You’re Funny? 2024, brings her work-in-progress show to Monkey Barrel in Edinburgh on 21st May!

Ballet Black: Shadows

Now in its 23rd year, Cassa Pancho's Ballet Black makes its return to the Festival Theatre with an exciting new double bill on Wednesday 21st May!

Basht.

Hotly tipped Irish alt-indie quintet Basht. will headline Edinburgh's Cabaret Voltaire on Wednesday 21st May!

Karl Porter

Viral sensation Karl Porter comes to Scotland in September, don't miss him live at The Stand Edinburgh on 21st May!

Shrek The Musical

The Livingston Players present Shrek The Musical at the Howden Park Centre in May, it's irreverently fun for the whole family!

Sirens Of Lesbos

Don't miss Swiss outfit Sirens Of Lesbos when they play Sneaky Pete's in Edinburgh on Wednesday 21st May!

WITCH

W.I.T.C.H. (We Intend To Cause Havoc) have announced some more UK and EU shows this year with a date at La Belle Angele on 21st May!

Lord Arthur Savile’s Crime

Comical scenarios, explosions and plot twists abound in a play filled with wonderful Wilde characters when Threepenny Theatricals bring Lord Arthur Savile's Crime to Church Hill Theatre!

Mama’s Broke

Catch Mama’s Broke, a powerful folk duo that deliver a compelling performance with heart and raw energy, when they play the Traverse Theatre on Thursday 22nd May!

We Are Scientists

American rockers We Are Scientists have announced their return to the UK with a 2025 tour including a night at La Belle Angele on Thursday 22nd May!

Ballet BC

Canada’s leading contemporary dance company make their highly anticipated return, taking on Crystal Pite and Johan Inger.

Bothan Dhùn Èideann

Join us at the Scottish Storytelling Centre for our May Bothan, a monthly session of Gaelic culture and community in Edinburgh!

Campfire Country Music Festival

Get ready for a boot-stompin' good time at this year's Campfire Country Music Festival on Friday 23rd May at the Royal Highland Centre!

Candlelight Double Bill - Einaudi's Piano and Four Seasons

Bag yourself an amazing value package of candlelight concerts, with 2 shows for the price of 1 - 'Einaudi's Piano' and 'Four Seasons' at St Vincent's Chapel, Edinburgh on 23rd May!

Candlelight Double Bill - Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Rach 2

Come along to St Vincent's Chapel on 23rd May for a Candlelight Double Bill (2 shows for the price of 1) 'Vivaldi's Four Seasons' and 'Rachmaninoff 2'!

Crash Test Dummies

Legendary Canadian band, Crash Test Dummies, return to Edinburgh on Friday 23rd May for a show at La Belle Angele!

Gin Annie

Gin Annie, a rising star of the UK's vibrant emerging rock scene. return to Dreadnoughtrock in Bathgate on Friday 23rd May!

Piano Concertos by Candlelight Series - Rachmaninoff 2

Moonlight Concerts invite you to join acclaimed concert-pianist Matthew Shiel as he takes centre-stage in Rachmaninoff's breath-taking and fiendishly difficult second piano concerto!

Pierre Novellie: Work in Progress

Pierre Novellie is one of the best up-and-coming comedians in the UK and he brings his WIP show to Monkey Barrel on Friday 23rd May!

Rosalie Cunningham

Rosalie Cunningham is on a UK tour in 2025 including a date at The Hive Nightclub on the 23rd May!

Rose Room in Queensferry

Voted ‘Best Band’ twice at the Scottish Jazz Awards, Rose Room are Scotland’s leading ensemble influenced by the Gypsy Jazz genre. Don't miss them at Rosebery Hall on Friday 23rd May!

Scottish Folk Music Cruise with Pure Malt

Step aboard Maid of the Forth for a magical evening on a Scottish Folk Cruise with live music from the fantastic Pure Malt!

Singaporean Supper Night

New for 2025! Ruzita returns after the sell-out Malaysian Supper Night to bring you authentic Singaporean cuisine!

Staatseinde, Soft Riot, Forever Alient

Possession Records in collaboration with TH3 ST3P present Staatseinde, Soft Riot and Forever Alient at Home Bar on Friday 23rd May!

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight

Moonlight Concerts invite you to join world-renowned violinist Emma Jane Lloyd as she takes centre-stage in Vivaldi's breath-taking masterpiece 'The Four Seasons' at St Vincent's Chapel on 23rd May!

ABBA Duo Tribute Night

Join us at Murrayfield Hotel on Saturday 24th May for a show-stopping tribute night that will have you singing and dancing all night long!

Ant Middleton - Military Mindset

Don't miss an evening with Ant Middleton, one of the most inspiring figures of our time, at the Usher Hall on Saturday 24th May!

Beatmasters Music Festival

Get ready to turn back the clock for the most epic day and night of pure nostalgia at the Beatmasters Music Festival on 24th May at Royal Highland Centre!

Disco For Grown Ups

Disco For Grown Ups, a 70s, 80s and 90s disco party, heads to the Edinburgh Corn Exchange on Saturday 24th May!

Floral Image

In celebration of their debut album 'Gone Down Meadowland' Floral Image are on a UK Tour in 2025 with a date at The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 24th May!

McFleetwood

Don't miss McFleetwood, one of Scotland's brightest tributes, when they perform live at Reconnect Regal Theatre on 24th May!

Michelle Shaughnessy: Too Late, Baby - CANCELLED

Fresh from rave reviews and sell out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe, Canadian stand up star Michelle Shaughnessy is kicking off her debut UK tour with a date at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 24th May!

Rob Deering: Time Machine

Erstwhile Fringe favourite and sometime local resident Rob Deering returns to Edinburgh on 24th May with his new show Time Machine!

Swiftogeddon

Swiftogeddon, a night dedicated to worshipping at the altar of Taylor Swift, is returning to La Belle Angele featuring deep cuts, extended mixes, fan favourites and all the hits!

The Big Indie Tribute Festival

The biggest indie tribute night is set to take the roof off of Edinburgh, so brace yourself for 4 hours of tribute bangers at The Liquid Room on Saturday 24th May!

The Selecter

2-Tone legends The Selecter have announced a tour of the UK with a date at La Belle Angele on Saturday 24th May!

The Sensational Alex Harvey Experience

The Sensational Alex Harvey Experience are the UK's Number 1 tribute to The Sensational Alex Harvey Band! Catch them live at Dreadnought Rock on Saturday 24th May!

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

After a sold out Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, 'The Simon & Garfunkel Story' comes to the Corn Exchange Haddington in May!

Harry Stachini: Grenade

Harry Stachini serves up an hour of relatable, honest, and hilarious stand-up at Monkey Barrel Comedy, shining a light on the Grenades we all carry!

Lauren Pattison: Big Girl Pants

Two-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Lauren Pattison is back with a brand-new show. Catch her live at Monkey Barrel on Sunday 25th May with Big Girl Pants!

Tablao Flamenco by Tu Flamenco

Tu Flamenco proudly returns with its acclaimed traditional flamenco show, Tablao, at The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 25th May!

The Big Comedy Roadshow with Jayde Adams

Presented by Scotland’s original home of live comedy Gilded Balloon, this is the ultimate night out for comedy fans!

The Ultimate Classic Rock Show

Dust off your air guitars for The Ultimate Classic Rock Show, an evening of the very best Classic Rock anthems from legends past and present at the Festival Theatre!

We Love It: Family-Friendly Tribute Festival

Join us at the Royal Highland Centre on Sunday 25th May for an unforgettable day of music, food and family fun at: We Love It: Family-Friendly Music Festival!

Andrew Cushin

Singer-songwriter Andrew Cushin has announced a gig at Cabaret Voltaire on Monday 26th May as part of his 'Love Is For Everyone' Tour!

Kalandra

Kalandra, a band with roots in melancholic Nordic folk and gritty guitars, bring their UK and Europe tour to The Caves Edinburgh on 26th May!

Diona Doherty: GET YOUR PINK BACK!

Catch this new stand up show from Diona Doherty, filled with hilariously relatable anecdotes and whole lot of brutal honesty, at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 27th May!

Elkie Brooks – Farewell Tour

Elkie Brooks celebrates her illustrious award winning career in music with the Long Farewell Tour which will see her perform at the The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Tuesday 27th May!

Humour

Glasgow post-punk group Humour have announced a headline show at Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Tuesday 27th May!

Wet Leg

Isle of Wight's indie rock group Wet Leg bring their 2025 tour, in support of their upcoming album Moisturizer, to the Usher Hall on Tuesday 27th May!

Morgan Jay

Musician and comedian Morgan Jay brings his unique brand of performance art and comedy to the Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Wednesday 28th and Thursday 29th May!

Soft Loft

Swiss collective Soft Loft play Sneaky Pete's in Edinburgh on Wednesday 28th May!

Ellen Beth Abdi

Catch Ellen Beth Abdi, a fearless and boundary-pushing artist, seamlessly blending analogue and digital sounds, at The Voodoo Rooms on Thursday 29 May!

Gary Barlow

Gary Barlow has announce a brand new solo tour for 2025, he'll bring The Songbook Tour, a huge celebration of his illustrious four-decade-spanning career, to Edinburgh's Usher Hall in May!

Scottish Opera - The Merry Widow

Scottish Opera Director John Savournin brings his joyful touch to Lehár's waltz-filled charmer The Merry Widow at the Festival Theatre!

Women In Rock

Women In Rock are guaranteed to get you on your feet, so grab your tickets for the show at the Corn Exchange Haddington and get ready to sing, dance, and ROCK!

Annasach’s Ceilidh at The Counting House

Annasach Ceilidh Band invites you to our regular ceilidh in the hidden gem of Edinburgh’s Old Town, The Counting House!

Guid Crack: Tales of Wonder, Mystery and Imagination

Join guest storyteller Kate Walker for another session of Edinburgh’s monthly storytelling club held upstairs in the Waverley Bar on Friday 30th May!

Lunar Vacation

Lunar Vacation are on a UK tour in 2025 and stop off at The Mash House, Edinburgh on Friday 30th May!

Rock Femmes Fatales - A Tribute to Female-Fronted Rock Music

Rock Femmes Fatales celebrates the brilliance of female-fronted rock artists through the ages and play The Voodoo Rooms on Friday 30th May!

Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto

Young American violinist Randall Goosby, the RSNO's Artist in Residence, will perform Mendelssohn's magical Violin Concerto at the Usher Hall on Friday 30th May!

Scottish Opera - Trial by Jury

With a comic cast performing contrasting roles in both pieces, Trial by Jury / A Matter of Misconduct! promises an unmissable night of classic G&S comedy and new writing!

Women In Rock

Women In Rock are guaranteed to get you on your feet, so grab your tickets for the show at Reconnect Regal Theatre and get ready to sing, dance, and ROCK!

Everyone Says Hi

With members from Kaiser Chiefs, The Kooks, The Dead 60s and Howling Bells this is a super group not to be missed live! Catch Everyone Says Hi at Cabaret Voltaire on Saturday 31st May!

Forth 50 - Live! - CANCELLED

Forth 1 is celebrating it's first 50 years with an incredible live gig at The Royal Highland Centre on Saturday 31st May!

Frigg, Marvara, Me Lost Me

This event at the Usher Hall is part of a new captivating series of folk and traditional music, curated by award-winning, multi-instrumentalist Malin Lewis.

Hellbent Forever - The Definitive Judas Priest Tribute

Hellbent Forever, the definitive Judas Priest tribute, play Dreadnought Rock on Saturday 31st May!

Miki Berenyi Trio

The Miki Berenyi Trio are on a UK tour in 2025 with a date at Sneaky Pete's on Saturday 31st May!

Robbie Williams

The 'Robbie Williams Live 2025' tour will open in Edinburgh at Scottish Gas Murrayfield on Saturday 31st May!

Rock Choir Live!

Experience a spectacular concert of uplifting, feel-good, pop, rock and chart songs performed by award-winning national phenomenon Rock Choir, the pioneering contemporary choir of the UK.

The Mountaintop

It’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jnr’s last night on Earth. This funny, compelling drama imagines the man behind the legend on the eve of his assassination.

The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition

Star Harmoneez MTS presents: The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition at the Howden Park Centre on 31st May & 1st June!

Martin Hayes

Martin Hayes is regarded as one of the most significant talents to emerge in the world of Irish traditional music and he plays the Traverse Theatre on Monday 2nd June!

Emily Zeck

Surfer, singer and songwriter Emily Zeck brings her 2025 Sandy Boots UK tour to Sneaky Pete's on Tuesday 3rd June!

Grado & Stephen Purdon: Shellsuits & Spandex

Grado & Stephen Purdon hit the road for a hilarious tour across Scotland and bring it to the Grand Central Livingston on Tuesday 3rd June!

Choses Sauvages

Montreal-based band Choses Sauvages play electro and nu-disco music and you can catch them at Legends, Edinburgh on Wednesday 4th June!

Early James

Early James, an American singer-songwriter, plays the Cabaret Voltaire in Edinburgh on Wednesday 4th June!

Every Brilliant Thing

Following a totally sold-out run at the Fringe Every Brilliant Thing, the smash-hit show by Duncan Macmillan and Jonny Donahoe comes to the Traverse Theatre!

Kate Cheka: A Messiah Comes

BIGHEAD Comedy presents Kate Cheka, the reigning Funny Women Award winner and Chortle Best Newcomer nominee, with her debut hour where she tries to save the world.

Martha Wainwright

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of her seminal eponymous debut studio album, Martha Wainwright announces the 20th Anniversary Tour with a date at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 4th June!

LEAR

This contemporary re-imagining of Shakespeare's King Lear will bring together Ramesh Meyyappan's fearless, visual storytelling with director Orla O'Loughlin and a cast of four at the Traverse Theatre!

Nick Mulvey

Acclaimed artist and songwriter Nick Mulvey has announced a headline show at Cabaret Voltaire on Thursday 5th June!

Stephen Buchanan: Work in Progress

Come and see Stephen Buchanan work out his new show for the Edinburgh Fringe for half the price.

The Diamond of Edinburgh - A Regency Ball

Girls Who Walk Edinburgh will be stepping back in time at the Voodoo Rooms on June 5th for a night you don't want to miss.

Declan Welsh & The Decadent West

Don't miss Declan Welsh & The Decadent West when they return to La Belle Angele Edinburgh on Friday 6th June!

Elf Lyons: Horses

The first ever comedy show performed entirely by a horse. Made by award-winning Elf Lyons, performed by Treacle.

MacMuse

Don't miss an unforgettable night as MacMuse, the ultimate tribute to the iconic band Muse, takes the stage to celebrate the anniversaries of two legendary albums: Showbiz and The Resistance.

Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Spectacular Shostakovich

Join the Royal Scottish National Orchestra for Spectacular Shostakovich a tribute to the composer on the 50th anniversary of his death.

AC/DC GB

AC/DC GB are one of the country's finest tributes to the legendary Aussie rockers AC/DC, from Brian Johnson's own North East. Catch them live at Dreadnought Rock on 7th June!

Bal Baroque

Step back in time and enjoy dances from the time of Louis XIV & Charles II at the Institut français d'Ecosse on Saturday 7th June!

Billy Ocean

Don't miss the legend that is Billy Ocean when he brings a set hand-picked with greatest hits and fan favourites at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Saturday 7th June!

Kirsty Gallagher: Your Cosmic Purpose LIVE

Join Kirsty Gallagher as she guides you through the ancient art of astrology and how to discover more of your unique soul essence!

Restless Natives: The Musical

The Clown and the Wolfman ride again as the classic Scottish movie, Restless Natives, starts a new adventure as a stage musical!

So Fetch - 2000’ Party

After another sold out event So Fetch is coming back to Edinburgh. Get ready for sing your heart out in night packed with 2000s Pop on Saturday 7th June!

Foxing

Following their previous upgraded and sold out Mash House show, Foxing return on Sunday 8th June!

The Blindboy Podcast LIVE

Experience The Blindboy Podcast LIVE with polymath, best-selling author, screenwriter, songwriter, musician, producer and academic Blindboy Boatclub!

The Scratch

Catch Dublin four-piece The Scratch when they play The Mash House on Monday 9th June!

Bonnie Raitt

Bonnie Raitt returns to the UK with a headline tour in 2025 and brings it to the Usher Hall on Tuesday 10th June!

Firelight Trio

Firelight Trio is a mighty new group playing European music that is evocative, inventive, and endlessly exciting!

Quadrophenia, A Mod Ballet

Prepare to be blown away as the power of dance brings a whole new dimension to the raw energy and emotion of one of the UK’s most iconic rock albums!

Twinnie

Twinnie is poised to lead the next wave of Brit country crossover artists, don't miss her live at The Voodoo Rooms Tuesday 10th June!

Joshua Lee Turner

Catch Joshua Lee Turner, a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer, when he plays The Voodoo Rooms on Wednesday 11th June!

Marvel Studios’ Infinity Saga Concert Experience

Marvel Studios' Infinity Saga Concert Experience is a new Marvel Studios film concert that will take fans on an epic cinematic journey covering twenty-three films in one momentous concert experience!

Paul Smith (Maximo Park)

Don't miss this rare opportunity to see Paul Smith play alone, and hear his songs at their most stripped back, at The Voodoo Rooms on Wednesday 11th June!

Soundhouse: Sian

Sian comprises three of today’s most exquisitely gifted young Gaelic singers. Catch them live at the Traverse Theatre on Wednesday 11th June!

Bôa

British alt-rock band Bôa play The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Thursday 12th June!

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Comprised of Blythe Duff, Malcolm Lindsay and Yvonne Lyon, don't miss Lacunas Music Society's live at Traverse Theatre on Thursday 12th June!

Ded Zeppelin

Sit back, buckle your seat belts for a trip back in time to 1975 with Ded Zeppelin, the definitive tribute to the mighty Led Zeppelin, at The Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh on Friday 13th June!

Emma Kenny’s – Killer Couples

Emma Kenny returns with an enthralling new show that plunges into the depths of love twisted into terror.

Some Guys Have All The Luck - The Rod Stewart Story

Celebrating Sir Rod Stewart 80th birthday, Some Guys Have All The Luck – The Rod Stewart Story brings to the stage an incredible live concert celebrating one of the UK’s most influential icons.

The Waterboys

Few bands have as great a live reputation as The Waterboys and the best place to experience it is in a concert hall so come and feel the fire at the Usher Hall on 13th June!

Janine Harouni: Work In Progress

Star of Live at the Apollo, The Last Leg and more - Two-time Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominee Janine Harouni returns with a new hour on family, parenting and marriage!

Jay Lafferty: Oft!

Following a hugely successful tour of her critically acclaimed show Bahookie, Jay returns with brand new hour, Oft!

Kevin McGuire

Scottish Country star Kevin McGuire brings his Rodeo Drive tour to Cabaret Voltaire on Saturday 14th June for a headline show, dust off the cowboy boots and don't miss out!

Rock Anthems

Don't miss a superb new Six Piece Band performing all your favourite Rock Anthems at Dreadnought Rock on 14th June!

Scottish Ensemble: Concerts for a Summer’s Night

Join the Scottish Ensemble for their annual summer concert at National Museum of Scotland on 14th July 2025!

Brennan Reece: Me Me Me

Fresh from a sold out UK and Australia tour, Brennan Reece returns with his brand new show!

Kai Widdrington - Evolution - CANCELLED

Strictly Come Dancing star Kai Widdrington is set to dazzle audiences in Edinburgh when he brings his highly anticipated 2025 dance tour, Evolution, to the Usher Hall!

Hannah White

Regular Music presents the internationally recognised award-winning artist Hannah White live at The Voodoo Rooms on Tuesday 17th June!

Harry Baker: Wonderful 2.0

World Poetry Slam Champion Harry Baker is back and more full of wonder than ever. Catch him at the Assembly Roxy on Tuesday 17th June!

Chris Hadfield: A Journey into the Cosmos

Join Colonel Chris Hadfield for a captivating journey into the majesty of our planet and the vast universe beyond at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Wednesday 18th June!

MC Hammersmith’s Freestyle Breakdown (WIP)

MC Hammersmith returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy with his work in progress show! No preparation, no plan - just entirely untethered improv madness!

Sounds Of The 60s Live - Hosted By Tony Blackburn OBE

Don't miss an evening of 60s classics at the Edinburgh Playhouse, performed by the Sounds Of The 60s All Star Band & Singers, hosted by Radio 2's legendary DJ, Tony Blackburn OBE!

Andy Murray - Centre Stage

Join Andy Murray in conversation with sports broadcaster Andrew Cotter, where they’ll recount intimate and untold moments from Andy’s career in this unforgettable live experience!

Arrows In Action

Nashville band Arrows in Action bring their engaging sound and passionate stage presence to Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Thursday 19 June!

Choral Extravaganza

Join us at the Usher Hall on Thursday 19th June for an evening of amazing choral in support of Waverley Care!

Osees

Iconic experimental garage rockers Osees are touring the UK in 2025, including a date at The Liquid Room on Thursday 19th June!

Rob Mulholland: Allegations

Rob Mulholland brings his debut tour 'Allegations', covering all the topics you're not really meant to talk about, to The Stand Edinburgh on Thursday 19th June.

ALMA FIERA

ALMA FIERA are returning to Dreadnought Rock on 20th June for another great night of live music and rock covers to entertain you!

Tim Minchin - Songs The World Will Never Hear

Marking the 20th anniversary of his explosive arrival onto the British comedy scene, Time Michin will bring his new show 'Songs The World Will Never Hear' to the Edinburgh Playhouse in June!

Chris Turner: Work In Progress

Enjoy an hour and a half of jokes, songs, and freestyle rap from Chris Turner, the first comedian to ever perform a Las Vegas residency with Cirque Du Soleil!

Praise Gathering

Celebrating their 40th Anniversary, the 400-voice Praise Gathering Choir return to the Usher Hall on 21st June for what will be a wonderful evening of praise and worship!

The Beatles By Candlelight

Featuring a cast of West End Singers and epic live band, 'Come Together' for a 'Magical Mystery Tour', jam packed with over 40 Beatles hits as you have never heard them before!

Vittorio Angelone: you can’t Say Nothing any more (WIP)

Vittorio Angelone previews his new show in advance of the Fringe, at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd June!

RANT

RANT create a sound which is both spacious and lush yet retaining all the earthy bite and spark synonymous with a Scottish fiddle player.

Raul Britannia

Award-winning comedian and proud brit, Raul Kohli, brings his new tour Raul Britannia to The Stand Edinburgh on Sunday 22nd June!

Nick Costley-White Quartet

Catch the Nick Costley-White Quartet at the Traverse Theatre on Monday 23rd June!

The Devil Makes Three

In support of their new album 'Spirits', The Devil Makes Three have announced a date at The Liquid Room on Monday 23rd June!

Grado & Stephen Purdon: Shellsuits & Spandex

Grado & Stephen Purdon hit the road for a hilarious tour across Scotland and bring it to Dunbar Royal British Legion on Tuesday 24th June!

The Croft

In this bold and haunting play the present interweaves with the past as ancient tales surface and the terrifying truth lurking in the Croft is revealed.

Betty Boo

Hip Hop pioneer and 90's icon Betty Boo is set to headline The Voodoo Rooms Edinburgh on Thursday 26th June!

Capella Edina - Celebrate Viennese and Scottish Traditions

This concert will showcase how Viennese Edinburgh can get and vice versa and is guaranteed to bring you an uplifting and celebratory evening.

Grado & Stephen Purdon: Shellsuits & Spandex

Grado & Stephen Purdon hit the road for a hilarious tour across Scotland and bring it to Portobello Town Hall on 26th June!

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