Nights Out Events in Edinburgh in August 2024
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Events in Edinburgh
The Late Show @ The Comedy Attic
Join us in the wee hours in The Comedy Attic in Edinburgh, where every weekend we deliver nights packed full of unadulterated comedy mayhem!
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Live music at Bar 13
Join us early evening at Bar 13 for live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with Rory & The Island!
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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs for their Friday Ceilidhs held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
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Comedy At Canon’s Gait
Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," a weekly comedy showcase hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter every Thursday at The Canons Gait.
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Love Wednesdays at Why Not Nightclub
Come along to Love Wednesdays, Scotland's BIGGEST Wednesday night, hosted in the award winning WhyNot Nightclub!
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The White Heather Ceilidh Club
Join The White Heather Ceilidh Club for a bonnie (and wild!) evening of Scottish Ceilidh Dancing in the heart of Edinburgh!
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Comedy At Canon’s Gait
Don't miss out on the uproarious experience that has Edinburgh and beyond rolling in laughter at The Canon's Gait!
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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!
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The Comedy Cellar - Edinburgh
Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," a comedy showcase hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter every Friday at The Canon's Gait!
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Scottish Folk Music Cruise with Pure Malt
Join Maid of the Forth for the highly-anticipated evening music cruises, making a comeback in 2024!
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Evening Sunset Jazz Cruise
Join us for a magical evening on the river Forth with our legendary Jazz cruise featuring live music from the "Maid of the Forth Stompers"!
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Burly Ceilidh Club
Enjoy an evening of Scottish scran, jigs, and reels with our live ceilidh band taking you through all the steps into the small hours with our Burly Ceilidh Club!
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Arthur’s Evening Walk
Enjoy an evening stroll around Holyrood Park as you join our Rangers to learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Wild Dining
Treat yourself to an evening of 'Wild Dining' with award-winning David Millar, Executive Chef at Jupiter Artland!
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St James Quarter ‘Breaks’ into the Olympic Spirit
St James Quarter is hosting a Festival of Sport to celebrate the 2024 Olympics with a whole host of sporting festivities and special guests!
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Amy Mason: Free Mason
After an encounter with a wildlife enthusiast, the Funny Women Award finalist explores what it means to be a human animal (nightmare, tbh).
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Artificial Intelligence Improvisation
This show from award-winning Improbotics presents an adorable physical robot (Aldebaran Nao) hosting the show and performing alongside human actors.
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Baby Wants Candy
One of the world’s most celebrated improv shows EVER heads back to the Fringe for its 17th year with a run of 26 brand new one-off musicals!
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Harry Stachini: Grenade
A masterful storyteller with one of the most amiable and easy-going stage presences on the comedy circuit today, Harry Stachini looks at honesty in his latest hour.
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Joe McTernan: Lost
Scottish comedy sensation Joe McTernan returns to the Fringe with a brand-new show 'Lost'. It's a show about change, heartbreak, and picking yourself up and ploughing on—in an attempt to be found.
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Lewis Fuller - Ungentlemanly Conduct
Award-winning magician, TV star, and former Britain's Got Talent semi-finalist Lewis Fuller makes his Fringe debut with ‘Ungentlemanly Conduct’, a show sure to set people talking!
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Mark Thomas: Gaffa Tapes
With a recentish step towards theatre in his last few shows, Mark is back to his finest stand-up form and anti-Tory sentiment in Gaffa Tapes, his latest Edinburgh offering.
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Sh!t-Faced Shakespeare®: Much Ado About Nothing
The five-star, multi sell-out Fringe phenomenon is back with its hilarious combination of an entirely serious adaptation of Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing!
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Shamilton The Improvised Hip Hop Musical
Shamilton, one of the Fringe’s smash-hit sensations is back for the third year running with their latest ad-libbed creation!
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Singin’ I’m No a Billie, She’s a Tim
Back with an all female cast, Singin I'm No a Billy SHE'S a Tim will have you laughing and crying so hard, you'll be begging for full time!
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Bill’s 44th
The critically acclaimed puppeteering duo Andy Manjuck and Dorothy James return to Edinburgh Fringe with their tragicomedy hit Bill’s 44th.
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Connor Burns: 1994
Scotland’s comedy meteor Connor Burns premieres his hilarious new show '1994' at the Edinburgh Fringe!
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Craig Hill: I’ve Been Sitting on This for a While!
Don't miss Craig Hill as he celebrates his 25th show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, it's an adrenaline rush of a show!
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In Defiance of Gravity
From Unleash The Llama comes an extraordinary story based on real historical events, told through dynamic physical theatre, multi-roling and stage illusion.
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Intelligent Bisexual Woman
Gay panic... and Catholic guilt. Reagan Allen (Edinburgh Fringe debut!) tackles both in this musical comedy romp!
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Jimeoin: Who’s Your Man?!
Enjoy world-class stand-up from live comedy’s internationally acclaimed Irish master - Jimeoin - at the Edinburgh Fringe!
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Kai Humphries: Gallivanting
Co-star of the brilliantly funny podcast Sloss and Humphries on the Road, Kai Humphries brings his new show 'Gallivanting' to the Fringe Festival!
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Kurt Sterling - Corporate Chronicles
Fresh from a sold-out show at the Adelaide Fringe Festival, Kurt Sterling will be making his debut at the Edinburgh Fringe with his show ‘Corporate Chronicles’.
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Late Night Party Boyz Do a Legally Mandated Kids Show
The Late Night Party Boyz have messed up... real bad. For crimes against art, a judge sentences them to age down their act and to "Do A Legally Mandated Kids Show."
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Richard Cobb: Running Joke
Hot on the heels of last year's debut, Scottish comedian and writer Richard Cobb returns to the Fringe with his brand-new show, Running Joke!
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Singin’ I’m No a Billy, He’s a Tim
Des Dillon's smash hit comedy, Singing I'm No A Billy He's A Tim, comes to the EICC as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe!
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Son of a Bitch
The Thelmas in association with Josie Underwood are thrilled to present 'Son of a Bitch', a brutally honest and darkly funny monologue, at Summerhall in August!
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The Ceremony
The Ceremony is a one-of-a-kind theatrical metaphysical nonsense - the late-night deep and meaningless you didn't know you needed. Or maybe you did!
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Trainspotting Live
Trainspotting Live returns to The Pleasance at EICC for the Edinburgh Fringe 2024! Early booking recommended!
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Blues and Burlesque
Following sell-out runs in Edinburgh, Perth and Adelaide, this award-winning live music cabaret is back with a brand-new show at the Fringe!
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Brewhemia’s Kabaret
Immerse yourself in a symphony of taste, sound and revelry. Delicious feasts, live entertainment and sensational performances to kick your weekend off in style.
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Chris Cross: Not Playing With a Full Deck
Chris Cross returns to the Fringe armed with a concoction of quick-witted cheeky banter, masterful sleight of hand and a magic chip pan!
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Cruel Britannia: After Frankenstein by Kristen Smyth
Gritty, powerful and daringly revolutionary, Kristen Smyth's new play "Cruel Britannia: After Frankenstein" is a transgender reimagining of Shelley's seminal novel, set in the year of our Lord 1980.
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Edinburgh Festival Fringe
The Edinburgh Fringe returns from 2nd to 26th August 2024 with artists and performers taking to hundreds of stages all over the city to present shows for every taste.
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Edinburgh International Festival
The Edinburgh International Festival returns from 2nd to 25th August 2024 with live performance throughout the city.
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Free Outdoor Children’s Movie Night
Join us on for our brand new free outdoor children's movie nights at The Bridge Inn, Ratho this summer!
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Fringe by the Sea
Fringe by the Sea is back with a bang! With over 250 events between August 2nd and 11th in the beautiful seaside town of North Berwick, there's something to suit every taste!
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Ne’er the Twain
What happens when you’re a Leither, or from Edinburgh and you’re told it’s the same thing! Join Edinburgh People's Theatre for this laugh-a-minute Scottish comedy that everyone will enjoy!
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Olivia Raine Atwood: Faking It
Olivia Raine Atwood’s newest show 'Faking It' is debuting at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this August!
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Planetarium Lates: Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon
After a sell-out run last year, Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon planetarium experience is back at the Fringe!
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Reject Me, Already
In this innovative, big-hearted, feel-good musical, the audience write the story as they pick who plays which role, and who ends up with who.
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The Imitator
Don’t miss this opportunity to see singer/actor Julian Fontalvo, an outstanding performer with a truly unique talent, when he returns to the Fringe!
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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo returns from 2nd to 24th August 2024!
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The Ladyboys of Bangkok - Edinburgh
Funnier, cheekier and as glamorous as ever, The Lady Boys of Bangkok return to the Fringe as part of their 25th Anniversary Tour!
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Brewhemia’s Drag & Dining
Brewhemia's Drag & Dining - Expect unruly antics while the Queens serve charisma, uniqueness, nerve & talent!
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PHB Free Fringe Leith Arches
Get ready to immerse yourself in a whirlwind of creativity, laughter, and entertainment this August at Leith Arches - a Free Fringe venue!
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Brewhemia’s Haus of Honky-Tonk
Two-step into a night of twangy tunes in the Grand Ole’ Beer Palace, hotter than a Texas summer with rhinestone-clad performers & country classics galore at Brewhemia!
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Grupo Corpo
The legendary Brazilian dance company blends Brazilian forms with ballet and contemporary dance to create a unique style, illuminating the uniqueness of Brazilian culture.
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Heathen Apostles
Heathen Apostles are doing a three day residency at The Voodoo Rooms from 5th to 7th August as part of the Fringe Festival.
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Brewhemia’s Fling on the Fringe
Braveheart meets the Beer Palace – whisky, tartan, immersive performers, more musicians than you can shake a munro at.
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Everybody’s Talking About Jamie
Forth Children's Theatre returns for its 43rd year on the Edinburgh Fringe, blasting into the city with their fabulous production of Everybody's Talking about Jamie!
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Never Been So Hight
This solo performance explores connecting with your inner child amid life’s challenges. Don't miss the chance to dive into this captivating adventure.
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Trinity Youth Symphony Orchestra
Immerse yourself in the melting pot of Indonesian and Scottish culture brought to you by Trinity Youth Symphony Orchestra — the Gold Medallist of the 2019 World Orchestra Festival.
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Vivid Events Fringe Party
Vivid Events are back where it all started last summer at Cabaret Voltaire bringing you the best in disco, house, techno and general groovy tunes this August!
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An Evening with Arria - a feast of music, food and wine
Join us at Leith Makers in August and be wow'd, wined and dined with a night of spellbinding music from Arria Music over a tasty supper brought to you by local winesmith, Kirsty, of Bludge!
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Brewhemia’s Supper Klub
It's Brewhemia’s annual showcase of things we love and entertainment we’ve never seen before.
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Brewhemia’s Howl at the Moon
Enjoy a roaring, ragtime, prohibition pianos – a dazzling, duelling mash up of requests, classics and full-on fun. Hosted by the fabulous Tom Harlow!
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Club Chrome
Join the party at The Street bar and nightclub for an unforgettable night every week - see you there!
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Inspiral Carpets
Madchester legends Inspiral Carpets return to The Liquid Room on Thursday 8th August!
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Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny
One of the world's best loved comedians, Jimmy Carr, is back on tour with brand-new show, Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny. Don't miss him live at Edinburgh Playhouse in August!
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NYCOS Kodály Summer School Performance Series: Hannah Rarity
Don't miss this chance to experience award-winning singer Hannah Rarity live as she returns to the NYCOS Kodály Summer School on Thursday 8th August!
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Playtime play Ellington
Catch Martin Kershaw, Mario Caribe and Tom Bancroft of the resident Playtime quartet when they play a special trio selection of the music of Duke Ellington at The Outhouse on 8th August!
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Rising Stars with Leonore Piano Trio
The Leonore Piano Trio mentors last year’s rising stars of classical music.
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Tea and Tarot
Join this open group at The Salisbury Centre to explore the amazing symbolism of the Tarot, and the many ways in which the cards can support our wellbeing!
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Voyage - The ABBA Tribute
VOYAGE The Abba Tribute, at La Belle Angele, is an explosive show packed with all your favourite Abba Hits, sensational singing, mesmerising choreography and authentic costumes.
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Bamberger Symphoniker: Dvořák and Suk
Jakub Hrůša and the Bamberger Symphoniker pair a late masterpiece by Antonín Dvořák with his son-in-law Josef Suk’s most ambitious orchestral work.
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Hamilton de Holanda
Musician Hamilton de Holanda stages a vibrant union of Brazilian choro and contemporary jazz.
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Home Body - The Musical
Marking its debut performance at Edinburgh Fringe 2024, Home Body is a new musical play incorporating contemplative original catchy songs.
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Rhinestone Rodeo
Rhinestone Rodeo returns to La Belle Angele on 9th August for another classic Rhinestone Rodeo country music party! See ya'll there!
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Seckou Keita - Homeland Band
Nicknamed "the Hendrix of the Kora", Seckou has been celebrated for his ingenious tunings and virtuosity and praised as "one of the finest exponents of the kora".
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Songs of the Bulbul
The world premiere of Aakash Odedra’s latest work creates a mediative exchange between the Indian classical dance Sufi Kathak and Islamic poetry.
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The Electric 80s Show - Live @ Edinburgh Fringe
Step inside the DeLorean, switch on the flux capacitor and get ready to go back in time with The Electric 80s Show at The Liquid Room on Friday 9th August!
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The Mighty Poons
The Mighty Poons return to Dreadnought Rock on 9th August, playing a massive selection of Classic Rock from the Old Grey Whistle test era!
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Up Lates 1
Guest curators create a mixed bill of music and inspired conversation, featuring handpicked artists from the International Festival programme.
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Alice Faye
Don't miss rising star Alice Faye live at the Ghillie Dhu, her unique blend of classic and modern influences creates a captivating musical experience!
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Bongo’s Bingo Edinburgh
Bongo’s Bingo, the UK’s original bingo rave phenomenon, is back in Edinburgh at the O2 Academy!
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Burns Hootenanny!
Alastair Sim recites the poetry of Robert Burns as award-winning pianist Matthew Shiel performs Scottish folk music and other musical masterpieces inspired by the beauty of Scotland.
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Ceilidh Trail
Fèis Rois' Ceilidh Trail celebrates their 25th anniversary with traditional music played by professional young musicians.
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Charlie Chaplin’s Late-Night Cinema
Relive the golden age of Hollywood as our cinema pianist improvises a film score to Charlie Chaplin's best silent films at St Vincent's Chapel in August!
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Così fan tutte
After last year's acclaimed The Magic Flute, The Scottish Chamber Orchestra and Chorus, along with their Principal Conductor Maxim Emelyanychev, further their exploration of Mozart's operas.
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Dean Owens with Special Guests
Don't miss songs and stories from Dean Owens' extensive back catalogue at the Ghillie Dhu on Saturday 10th August!
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Dolce Vita Swing Collective —Fundraiser for Ukraine
Enjoy an evening of good music, good food and most importantly good company on 10th August in aid of Ukraine!
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Hidden Orchestra
Hidden Orchestra, an 'imagined orchestra' created by composer/producer/multi-instrumentalist Joe Acheson returns to Edinburgh for a night at La Belle Angele on Saturday 10th August!
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Let’s Rock / Party At The Palace
Two established and much-loved Scottish festivals have joined forces to announce a powerful new partnership for live music in Scotland! It’s going to be lively!
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Lindisfarne
Legendary 70’s Tyneside folk-rock pioneers Lindisfarne return to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Saturday 10th August!
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Murder At The Speakeasy
Not Cricket Productions brings an interactive murder mystery event to the Fringe and 1920's dress is encouraged.
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Rhapsody in Blue: Jazz Piano by Candlelight
Reinvigorate your musical soul with classic jazz piano: The Entertainer, Take Five and Gershwin’s iconic showstopper Rhapsody in Blue with award-winning pianist Matthew Shiel!
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Summer Soiree
Discover one of Edinburgh’s secret gardens at the summer Garden Party at the rear of Café Modern One on Saturday 10th August.
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Chilly Gonzales
Animated by his collaborations with Jarvis Cocker, Feist and Daft Punk, musical maverick Chilly Gonzales steps out onto the stage with his brand-new show, GONZO.
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Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Rumours’ with the Transatlantic Ensemble
Experience one of the greatest albums of all time, lovingly & accurately recreated live at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 11th August!
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Buffy Revamped
Satirical, funny and bursting with pop-culture references, Buffy Revamped at The Pleasance at EICC is the perfect parody for Buffy aficionados!
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Declan McKenna
Declan McKenna is celebrated for his blend of lo-fi pop and indie-rock, punctuated with thought-provoking and political lyrics, don't miss him live at Edinburgh Playhouse as part of EIF!
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For Your Entertainment - Charity Comedy Night
For Your Entertainment returns to the Fringe for a third year, with the same aim to raise awareness and funds for the Scottish Huntingtons Association.
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Grace Campbell Is On Heat
About to enter her 30s, Grace Campbell has recently made some huge life changes... join her for her brand new show at The Queens Hall Edinburgh on 12th & 13th August!
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Live Music @ The Newsroom
Come join us at the Newsroom Bar & Eatery for a collection of absolutely brilliant musicians playing a mix of popular music, indie rock and some folk music!
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Midnight Cowboy Radio
Midnight Cowboy Radio, a late night talk show and political satire by Ally Ibach, comes to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe!
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Oedipus Rex
Experience Scottish Opera’s immersive staging of Igor Stravinsky’s opera in the unique setting of the National Museum of Scotland.
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Peni Candra Rini
Vocalist Peni Candra Rini sings to traditional percussion from her native Indonesia.
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Terror Walking Tour
Dare you join Auld Reekie Tours on a spine-chilling adventure beneath Edinburgh's streets?
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The Jive Aces
Get ready to swing with the UK's No. 1 jive and swing band, The Jive Aces at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe!
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Clann An Drumma at Stramash
Join us at Stramash Edinburgh on 13th August for an epic night of Celtic music and drumming with Clann An Drumma!
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FSR Festival @ The Fringe
FSR Events will be taking over The Liquid Room from 13th to 15th August for 3 nights of Rock and Roll, Indie, Alternative, even Old Skool Funk and Soul!
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Planetarium Lates: You Are Here
Join us at Dynamic Earth for a dramatic journey to the very edge of our solar system and back!
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Underbelly’s Big Brain Tumour Benefit
Join a massive line-up of Fringe stars in a raucous evening of comedy to help the fight against brain cancer.
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Youssou N’Dour
Don't miss this rare chance to hear Youssou N’Dour mix ancient traditions with eclectic world influences at the Usher Hall on 13th August!
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Catriona Price & friends + special guests Constant Follower
Don't miss Scottish violinist and composer Catriona Price & friends at The Queen's Hall on Wednesday 14th August plus special guests Constant Follower!
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Einaudi’s Piano by Candlelight – Elegy for the Arctic
Relax and unwind as tonight’s artist plays contemporary piano classics by Ludovico Einaudi – by candlelight at St Vincent's Chapel on 14th August!
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Ilumina Residency: In The Light Of The Shadow
The São Paulo-based artist collective takes on an eclectic array of compositions, spanning French baroque to Afro-samba.
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Maestro, This is Your Life!
Tune-in for a mockumentary edition of This Is Your Life as our imposter Michael Aspel interviews Ludwig van Beethoven. Features live performances from the maestro including Moonlight Sonata.
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No Such Thing As A Fish
For anyone with a thirst for knowledge, a taste for puns, and a need for some belly-laughs, No Such Thing As A Fish is an unmissable show! Don't miss it at the Edinburgh Playhouse in August!
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Showhawk Duo
Come and celebrate 10 years of the Acoustic Rave with The Showhawk Duo at Stramash this August!
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Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends
Dive into Edinburgh's darker corners on a thrilling 2-hour walk exploring the city's most bone-chilling legends.
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Edinburgh Festival Chorus
Lose yourself in Grechaninov’s hypnotic sound in a late-night concert given by the Edinburgh Festival Chorus and their director James Grossmith!
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Luminescence: Maria Rud & Tommy Smith
Don't miss this spellbinding audio-visual improvisation in the moment by internationally acclaimed artist Maria Rud and saxophonist Tommy Smith at St Giles' Cathedral from 15th - 17th August!
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Musicians from Ilumina
Revel in popular Brazilian music with the São Paulo-based collective Ilumina, as part of their International Festival residency.
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Paul Riley - the Little Boy That Santa Claus Forgot!
In a career spanning over 35 years of acting, writing and performing, Paul Riley is delighted to announce his brand new stand-up show for 2024 “The Little Boy That Santa Claus Forgot”.
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The Alehouse Sessions
Step inside the world of 17th-century London, as the Usher Hall gets catapulted through time and re-invented as a public drinking house!
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Ute Lemper - Rendezvous with Marlene
Rendezvous with Marlene is a show based on a 3-hour phone call between Marlene Dietrich and Ute in Paris, 1988.
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ABBA Gold The Concert - Live @ Edinburgh Fringe
The UK's number one tribute show - ABBA Gold The Concert performs live at the world famous Edinburgh Fringe this August.
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Debussy’s Romantic Piano by Candlelight – Clair de Lune
Celebrate this beautiful evening with romantic piano by Chopin, Liszt and Debussy – by candlelight at St Vincent's Chapel on Friday 16th August!
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European Union Youth Orchestra: Don Quixote
Recline on a beanbag and lose yourself in the epic story of a loveable rogue turned chivalrous knight at the Usher Hall on 16th August!
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Led by conductor Gianandrea Noseda, the European Union Youth Orchestra leads an educational expedition across the instruments of the grand ensemble.
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Jed Potts Band
Enjoy a fantastic night of Rockin Blues from Jed Potts Band and a long overdue debut at Dreadnoughtrock on 16th August!
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Ligeti Quartet performs Anna Meredith
The Ligeti Quartet will be playing original music by Anna Meredith for string quartet and new arrangements of her existing tracks.
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The Marriage of Figaro
The acclaimed Komische Oper Berlin and director Kirill Serebrennikov, known for his daring, satirical productions, present Mozart’s iconic comic opera.
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The Portobello Comedy Night Fringe Special
The fantastic Patrick Monahan headlines another epic night of comedy supported by at least 4 excellent acts fresh from the Edinburgh Fringe plus a top notch MC.
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The Sensational David Bowie Band
An Edinburgh Fringe Special - The Sensational David Bowie Tribute Band, the UK's premier tribute to David Bowie, comes to La Belle Angele on 16th August!
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Up Lates 2
Guest curators create a mixed bill of music and inspired conversation, featuring handpicked artists from the International Festival programme.
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Adam Kay - Undoctored
The nation's twelfth-favourite doctor, Adam Kay, brings his brand new show to Edinburgh, fresh from a record-breaking run at the Edinburgh Fringe and a sell-out season in the West End!
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Claire Martin with The Martin Sjöstedt Trio
Renowned UK jazz vocalist and multi-award winner, Claire Martin OBE, reunites with her accomplished Swedish trio at The Queen's Hall on Saturday 17th August!
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Domo Branch & Friends
Charismatic jazz musician Domo Branch returns to The Hub for a night of original music and improvisation.
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Edinburgh Summer Sessions: Ocean Colour Scene
Ocean Colour Scene will be headlining Edinburgh Summer Sessions on Saturday 17th August at Royal Highland Centre!
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Fleshtival
Don't miss out on this monumental display of Metal in the capital, featuring 10 metal bands from the UK.
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Guns or Roses - GnR Tribute
Guns or Roses, the Uk's best Tribute to G'n'R, return to Dreadnoughtrock for another awesome night of Guns'n'Roses on 17th August!
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Mahler’s Fifth Symphony
The Hallé and Sir Mark Elder return to present Mahler's dramatic Fifth Symphony in its entirety alongside Lili Boulanger's Psalm 130.
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Orchestre à Six Mains – Three Pianists, Six Hands, One Piano
Hear Candle Concerts innovative piano orchestra perform finger-gymnastics music for three pianists playing one piano together at St Vincent's Chapel!
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Rising Stars with Ilumina & Liza Ferschtman
Violist Jennifer Stumm and violinist Liza Ferschtman assemble an electrifying cohort of up-and-coming musicians.
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Cat Power Sings Dylan ’66
The infinitely gifted singer-songwriter Cat Power takes on Bob Dylan’s legendary 1966 'Royal Albert Hall' concert as part of the Edinburgh International Festival!
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Edinburgh Summer Sessions: Becky Hill - CANCELLED
Becky Hill is without a doubt one of the UK's most exceptional talents and you can catch her at the Royal Highland Centre as part of Edinburgh Summer Sessions this August!
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Iain Pringle: Naked & Afraid (WIP)
This is a work in progress about a young, idealistic psychology graduate with aspirations of a career in the NHS from the perspective of a jaded 30 year old who has turned his back on the idea.
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Mendelssohn Violin Concerto
Madeleine Mitchell, acclaimed international violinist, will play the all-time favourite, Mendelssohn Violin Concerto in this exciting concert with the Orchestra of the Canongait.
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Royal Scottish National Orchestra & Elim Chan
Three pioneering musical languages dramatically contrast in this expedition of the concerto form, guided by conductor Elim Chan.
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Thomas Quasthoff Trio
Experience the vocal versatility of Thomas Quasthoff, the German bass-baritone who swapped classical for jazz.
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Voices of Resilience
Following a widely-publicised and sold-out event in Manchester in April, Comma Press will be bringing Voices of Resilience to Edinburgh International Book Festival on August 18th.
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Kabsa and Kilts: A Saudi-ish Show
This show at the Fringe brings you a Saudi-ish line-up of comedians – two Saudis and a Scot – with diverse experiences and styles of comedy.
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Spiritual Cramp
Spiritual Cramp, an American punk rock band, play Sneaky Pete's on Monday 19th August!
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The Seas Are Rising: Stories of a Climate in Crisis
American songwriter Dan Sheehan brings a special one-man version of 'The Seas Are Rising: Stories of a Climate in Crisis' to the Fringe, emphasizing the immediate urgency of the climate crisis.
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Balimaya Project
The Mandé jazz sensations blend West African folkloric music with the sounds of London's music scene.
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For The Love of Shane MacGowan
This homage from John McLaughlin is a celebration of the life and works of one of the greatest artists of all time. So, let’s all raise a glass to Shane MacGowan at The Voodoo Rooms this August!
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Hailu Mergia
Ethiopian keyboard and accordion-player Hailu Mergia brings his live trio to Edinburgh for a special Fringe show in August!
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Julio - Making Women Kings Again
Berlin Dragking Julio transcends the indigestible elements of his biography in a melodic, erratic, and hilarious journey. It’s a wild, erratic ride that keeps you laughing and thinking.
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Kammerorchester Basel
Women composers hold the spotlight in this concert of 19th-century music at the Usher Hall on 20th August.
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Artist Talk - Ade Adesina
Please join us at Edinburgh Printmakers on Wednesday 21st August for an artist's talk to mark Ade Adesina's solo exhibition 'INTERSECTION'.
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Catch a rare performance by legendary singer-songwriter, Dean Friedman, at Prestonfield House on 21st August!
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Edinburgh International Festival: Pierre-Laurent Aimard
Pierre-Laurent Aimard, one of the world’s greatest pianists, performs a collection of pieces from Schoenberg and other composers.
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Fire in my mouth
The UK premiere of a multimedia impassioned elegy for the victims of New York’s 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire.
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The Fifth Step
The Fifth Step, David Ireland's latest collaboration with the National Theatre of Scotland tells a complex story about men, intimacy and our belief systems.
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Whisky & Music
Come along on Wednesday the 21st of August for a Whisky Tasting and music from Machine Orchid, hosted by Whisky Concerto at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel!
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Assembly Hall
Combining Arthurian cosplay and emotive contemporary dance, Crystal Pite and Jonathon Young present their major new dance work 'Assembly Hall' at the Festival Theatre!
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Basshunter
Swedish DJ Basshunter doesn't come to the UK often and when he does you guys are in for a treat! Catch him at La Belle Angele on Thursday 22nd August!
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Fern Brady - I Gave You Milk To Drink
Scotland’s queen of comedy, Fern Brady, is back on tour with a brand new show. Catch her at Edinburgh Playhouse on Thursday 22nd August!
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Hel Cabaret - Culture Shock
Hel Cabaret is back on the 22nd of August, bringing you 1 show during the Fringe, Hel Cabaret presents Culture Shock at La Belle Angele!
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Lawrence Chaney - From Holyrood To Hollywood
Lawrence Chaney returns to the Fringe with a brand-new comedy show - From Holyrood To Hollywood!
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Rising Stars of Brass
Brass players on the cusp of their careers perform with their musical role models on stage.
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Scottish Premiere - Kiva - The Call of the Wisdom Keepers Documentary Screening
Enjoy a screening of the impressive documentary - KIVA The Call of the Wisdom Keepers followed by music, meditation and inspiring dialogue at The Scotsman Picturehouse on Thursday 22nd August.
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The Green Knight (But It’s Gay)
Join award winning and critically acclaimed storyteller Niall Moorjani for their fantastical and funny work-in-progress take on the medieval classic The Green Knight at Lighthouse Bookshop.
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Tristan Butler Y Timba Británica FEAT. Mayito Rivera
Tristan Butler y Timba Británica will be joined direct from Havana by world famous, Grammy-award-winning vocalist, Mayito Rivera at The Liquid Room on Thursday 22nd August!
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W Presents
You've reached the next destination for W PRESENTS, a global live electronic music series from W Hotels, and W Edinburgh welcomes Elkka for a high-energy DJ set on Thursday 22nd August!
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AmaAfro. The Ballers Ball 2024
Come join us for a night for partying, music from our hottest DJs, entertainment and Good Food at Le Monde, Edinburgh on 23rd August!
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Bat For Lashes
Indie pop sensation Bat for Lashes unveils new songs in her euphoric art-pop sound at The Queens Hall Edinburgh on 23rd August as part of the Edinburgh International Festival.
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BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra & Sir Donald Runnicles
Experience the works of two late-Romantic musical titans in celebration of conductor Sir Donald Runnicles's 70th birthday.
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Don’t Stop Queen Now
Don’t Stop Queen Now, a Queen tribute band, create a dynamic show that is a truly authentic sound and visual experience. Catch them at the O2 Academy Edinburgh on Friday 23rd August!
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Ground Level
Local covers band Ground Level are back rocking at Dreadnought Rock on Friday 23rd August!
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Phil Bancroft & Graeme Stephen
Phil Bancroft & Graeme Stephen, two of Scotland's outstanding musical innovators, combine on tenor sax and guitar at St Peters Scottish Episcopal Church, Linlithgow on Friday 23rd August!
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Pokey LaFarge
American musician, writer, and actor Pokey LaFarge returns to the UK in 2024, catch him live at La Belle Angele on Friday 23 August!
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Scott Silven: Wonders
Enter the hypnotic world of Scott Silven, the Scottish illusionist inspired by the landscape of his childhood.
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T.T. O.T Ibiza Club Classics - hosted by DJ Zen Den
Come join us at Leith Arches for a fun night of classic chart and Ibiza tracks that'll get you tapping those feet! t.t.o.t!
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Troy Hawke: The Greeters Guild
In this show Troy examines his unlikely genesis and explores exactly why a well-dressed man simply being nice to people has caused such a kerfuffle.
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Adam Holmes with Special Guests
Acclaimed Edinburgh born singer-songwriter Adam Holmes play a blend of his own songs and a selection of covers from his new album 'Songs For my Father' at the Ghillie Dhu on 24th August.
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Cätlin and Marko Mägi with Finlay MacDonald & Ali Hutton
Estonian and Scottish music traditions converge for a night of piping and jazz improvisation at The Hub.
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Edinburgh Summer Sessions: Catfish And The Bottlemen
Multi-platinum-selling, BRIT Award-winning, arena-filling giants Catfish and the Bottlemen return with their first new music in five years and a massive show at Edinburgh Summer Sessions!
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Fleetwood Bac
Fleetwood Bac are the UKs longest running tribute show to Fleetwood Mac. Don't miss them when they return to The Liquid Room Edinburgh on Saturday 24th August!
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Kathryn Williams & Withered Hand
Don't miss two acclaimed singer-songwriters Kathryn Williams and Dan Willson (aka Withered Hand) at the Ghillie Dhu on 24th August!
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Odie Leigh
Louisiana based singer-songwriter Odie Leigh plays La Belle Angele on Saturday 24 August!
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Philharmonia Orchestra Residency: Verdi’s Requiem
The Edinburgh Festival Chorus joins the orchestra for Verdi's powerful setting of the Catholic funeral mass.
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The Magnetic Fields
American indie pop band The Magnetic Fields returns to the International Festival for a very special anniversary.
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The Strange Case of 7 Charlotte Square
Join us on Saturday the 24th of August as we travel back to Edinburgh's gruesome Georgian past and experience the house in its original setting-via candlelight.
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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!
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Edinburgh International Festival: Closing Concert - Capriccio
To celebrate his 80th birthday year, world-renowned British conductor and International Festival regular Sir Andrew Davis returns to the first opera he ever conducted!
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Endea Owens
Composer and award-winning bassist Endea Owens and her dazzling sextet, The Cookout, close The Hub series.
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Grit Orchestra
Winner of the Scottish Awards for New Music for innovation in New Traditional Music, the GRIT Orchestra is bound to push the limits of genre and Celtic culture.
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Resistance, WHY? Film screening & Art fundraiser
Join us at Leith Arches for a fundraiser and screening of the documentary ‘Resistance, Why?’ (1971), followed by a discussion with Dr Issam Hijjawi of the Palestine Democratic Forum.
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Lime Cordiale
Don't miss Australian band Lime Cordiale when they return to La Belle Angele on Monday 26th August!
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Midnight Lunar Market - Fringe Edition
Midnight Lunar Market, Scotland's first alternative night market, presents their Fringe Edition on 27th August at The Voodoo Rooms.
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A Night of Scottish Hardcore with Fit to Work + support
Come along to Bannermans Bar on Friday 30th August for a night of Scottish hardcore with Fit to Work plus support Trauma Bonds and Gnasher!
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Cumbiatones Live!
Enjoy the taste of Colombian Cumbia psychedelic grooves with Cumbiatones at Boteco Do Brasil Edinburgh on 30th August!
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Iconic! Drag Show
Join Hoots Comedy for an unforgettable evening of Edinburgh's fiercest glamour, comedy, and top tier DRAG!
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In my Maker’s book: Celebrating Esther Inglis
This unique concert, at South Leith Parish Church on 30th August, celebrates and commemorates Esther Inglis (1570 - 1624) and her astonishing handiwork in music and images!
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The Dirty Jewels
The Dirty Jewels bring an eclectic mix of energetic guitar driven rock and pop to get you singing and dancing at Dreadnought Rock on 30th August!
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The Foo Birds at The Jazz Bar
The Foo Birds, a vocal-led 5-piece nu-soul / RnB band, return to The Jazz Bar Edinburgh, on the 30th August!
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The Friday Show
Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!
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The Music of The Lord of the Rings
Experience the majestic music of the iconic Lord of the Rings films in a unique experience not to be missed. A delight for the whole family is guaranteed.
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Clans of Leon - Kings of Leon Tribute
Clans of Leon, Scotland's premier Kings of Leon tribute band, play Dreadnought Rock on 31st August!
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Everything Changes - Take That Tribute
Join the UK's favourite tribute act Everything Changes for the ultimate Take That night at Reconnect Regal Theatre on 31st August!
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The Saturday Show
Join us at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill five act show every Saturday!
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Nights Out Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Mearns Castle Golf Academy Comedy Night
Back by popular demand, Mearns Castle Comedy Night. Don't miss out as headliner Gary little and more fantastic comedians take the stage!
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Ladies Night
Gather the girl squad and saddle up to have an amazing time dancing the night away at Dalmeny Park House Hotel's incredible Country Divas tribute night!
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Northern Soul Night
Join Alan Savage, AKA 'Big Sav', for an unforgettable night of Northern Soul, Motown classics, and modern crossover tracks at Stamperland Community and Social Club on Friday 9th August!
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Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Still Marillion
Still Marillion pay tribute to Marillion's Misplaced Childhood era at PJ Molloys on 30th August!
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Craig Lithgow Live at The Ship Inn, Elie
Following the fixture between The Ship Inn CC and Grange CC at 1pm, join us in The Ship Inn beer garden for an evening of free, live entertainment courtesy of Craig Lithgow.
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National Theatre Live - Present Laughter
The multi award-winning production of Noël Coward’s provocative comedy 'Present Laughter' returns to the big screen. Catch it at Crail Community Hall on 7th August!
READ MORENights Out Events in Glasgow
Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Gary’s Rainbow Shop
Don't miss the launch of Gary's Rainbow Shop's new single at Nice N Sleazy on Friday 16th August!
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Coming Out To Play
Coming Out To Play at The Glad Cafe on Saturday 10th August will celebrate women, on binary and trans people in music!
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Dean Friedman
Catch a rare performance by legendary singer-songwriter, Dean Friedman, at Websters Theatre Glasgow on Saturday 10th August!
READ MORENights Out Events in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
The Cantabile Ensemble presents a Summer Serenade
The Cantabile Choral Ensemble, a small group of female singers based in Lanarkshire, will be holding their annual summer concert in St Bride's Church, Bothwell on Friday 23rd August!
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La Dolce Vita Swing Collective
La Dolce Vita Swing Collective will keep your toes a tappin' and your hearts a dancin' as they bring bring the timeless appeal of the Rat Pack sound to The Town House Hamilton!
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Spiders On Mars - Tribute To David Bowie
Join Scotland's favourite David Bowie tribute band Spiders on Mars for a true extravaganza of incredible hits at Lanternhouse, Cumbernauld on Friday 9th August!
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Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Taylor Swift Tribute
Calling all Swifties! Don't miss a Taylor Swift Tribute by Xenna at Beacon Arts Centre on Thursday 8th August!
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Heaven 17
LNP Promotions have announced that Synth-pop icons Heaven 17 will perform a special show at Paisley Town Hall on Friday 9th August!
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The Substitutes - Maximum Who
The Substitutes - Maximum Who are a Glasgow based 'sound-a-like' tribute to the classic UK rock band The Who, don't miss them live at The Bungalow Paisley on Saturday 17th August!
READ MORENights Out Events in Stirling
Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
The New Jersey Boys
Enjoy a celebration of the songs of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons at The Albert Halls on 31st August!
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Rubber Chicken - The Little Mermaid
Rubber Chicken Theatre is delighted to be back with the timeless Disney Classic 'The Little Mermaid' as their flagship ‘show in a week’ production in August.
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Stirling Pride Ceilidh
Stirling Pride are hosting a Ceilidh full of fun, wild dancing, good music and great company! Come along, grab a partner and get on the dance floor!
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Zippos Circus at Ayr’s Low Green
Zippos Circus returns to Ayr's Low Green between Wednesday 7th and Monday 12th August with their all-new 2024 production, Magnificent!
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Largs Viking Festival & Festival of Fire
The 2024 Largs Viking Festival & Festival of Fire, marking the 1263 Battle of Largs, will be held between Saturday 31st August and Sunday 8th September!
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