Nights Out Events in Edinburgh in October 2024
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Events in Edinburgh
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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Stand Up Horror
Actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night. You decide what the characters do, find and sometimes - yes sometimes - even love!
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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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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!
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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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Syrian Supper Club
Come and join the Cyrenians for their delicious Syrian food cooked with love by their award winning chef Noura!
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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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Terror Walking Tour
Dare you join Auld Reekie Tours on a spine-chilling adventure beneath Edinburgh's streets?
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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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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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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 Saturday Show
Join us at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill five act show every Saturday!
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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 Thursday to Sunday, hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter!
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Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at Summerhall
Come and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every Tuesday at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club in Summerhall!
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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.
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Oktoberfest
Back by popular demand, Oktoberfest comes to Volcano Falls Adventure Golf Edinburgh from 14th September!
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The Other Show
From the utterly sublime to the unapologetically ridiculous, Monkey Barrel Comedy presents a night of comedy at the cliff's edge of surreal humour.
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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!
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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!
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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.
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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.
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Halloween @ ‘The Anatomist’ Escape Room
With the nights drawing in and halloween just around the corner, what better time to take on Edinburgh's spookiest escape room 'The Anatomist' at Escape The Past.
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Hairspray the Musical
The smash hit musical comedy Hairspray returns to Edinburgh Playhouse in October 2024. Don't miss it!
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Beauty and The Beast
Shotts St Patrick’s Amateur Opera Group return to Reconnect Howden Park with the stage version of Disney’s classic animated film Beauty and The Beast!
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The Mini Guns
Get ready to rock with The Mini Guns as they take the stage at Brewhemia Edinburgh in October!
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Blue Man Group
The theatrical phenomenon 'Blue Man Group' returns to the UK bringing its award-winning Bluevolution World Tour and comes to the Festival Theatre in October!
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Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience
Be part of the action as Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve up mayhem on a plate alongside a 3-course meal and two hours of non-stop laughter at The Scotsman Hotel!
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SWEENEY TODD: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
Join Blackout Productions this October as they bring the sinister tale of Sweeney Todd to life in a way you have never experienced before!
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To Save The Sea
From the makers of Battery Park, To Save The Sea is an epic adventure story about standing up for what you believe in, don't miss it at the Traverse Theatre in October!
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Edinburgh Cocktail Week
After a sellout event last year, Edinburgh Cocktail Week is returning in October 2024 from Friday 11th to Sunday 20th!
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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; Waldorf Astoria - The Caledonian!
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A Whisky Tasting Under The Stars
Explore Planet Earth's epic story with The Scotch Malt Whisky Society in collaborating with Dynamic Earth on Saturday 12th October!
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Booze Bingo
Get ready to party like never before with Booze Bingo, dance-offs, hilarious hosts, confetti cannons and more on Saturday 12th October at Room At The Top!
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Candlelight: A Tribute to the Beatles
Candlelight concerts bring the music of the Beatles to the Ghillie Dhu under the gentle glow of candlelight!
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Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay on Strings
Discover the music of Coldplay on Strings at Ghillie Dhu under the gentle glow of candlelight on Saturday 12th October!
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Craigies Pumpkin Festival ‘After Dark’
Join us at Craigies Farm for a night filled with spine tingling frights and fun - if you're brave enough!
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Dementia - The Musical
Dementia the Musical is a funny but moving production telling the history of Scottish dementia activism and their role front and centre of it.
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Fell Out Boy & The Black Charade
The UK's premiere Fall Out Boy & My Chemical Romance cover bands are coming to Edinburgh on Saturday 12th October!
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Harriet Kemsley: Everything Always Works Out For Me
The multi award-winning Harriet Kemsley is back with a new show about break-ups, sloths and trying to think positively while everything descends into absolute chaos!
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Hue and Cry
Legendary Scottish pop band Hue And Cry are set to embark on their 40th Anniversary Tour and they will play The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Saturday 12th October 2024!
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Lewis McLaughlin
Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis McLaughlin is hitting the road around Scotland in October with a date at Cabaret Voltaire on the 12th!
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Stone Foundation
Stone Foundation have collaborated with Paul Weller, Nolan Porter, Graham Parker, Carleen Anderson, Kathryn Williams and many more... catch them live at The Voodoo Rooms on 12th October!
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Thorbjorn Risager & the Black Tornado
Thorbjørn Risager & The Black Tornado are one of Denmark’s premier roots-rockers and they play The Pleasance Edinburgh on Saturday 12th October!
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Wait and Bleed - Nu Metal Night
Join Wait and Bleed for a night of Nu Metal anthems at La Belle Angele on Saturday 12th October!
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Ben Howard
Ben Howard returns to the Usher Hall to celebrate ten years of his critically acclaimed UK number one, second album, “I Forget Where We Were”.
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Borough Council
Borough Council, a post-punk band from Hastings, play Leith Depot on Sunday 13th October.
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Fiona Ross presents: Thoughts, Conversations and To Do Lists
Fiona Ross, the multi-award-winning jazz artist, is coming to Scotland this October to perform an exclusive live acoustic set. Catch her at Whighams Edinburgh on 13th October!
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Samantha Fish
American guitarist and singer songwriter Samantha Fish returns to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Sunday 13th October, playing all the songs that her fans love to hear!
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Schalk Bezuidenhout: Keeping Up
South African comedian and actor Schalk Bezuidenhout returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy with his now show 'Keeping Up' on 13th October!
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The Postcards present Rattlesnakes (Lloyd Cole 40th Anniversary show)
The Postcards will be playing a special show to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the classic debut album by Lloyd Cole & The Commotions at The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 13th October!
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A Carefree Evening Out with Neil Hamburger
Neil Hamburger, the comic creation of U.S. actor/writer Gregg Turkington, returns for a UK tour with a date at Monkey Barrel comedy on Monday 14th October!
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Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024 (Concert 12)
St Giles' Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series and Concert 12 is on Monday 14th October featuring Pianist Yuki Negishi!
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Fiona Ross, the multi-award-winning jazz artist, is coming to Scotland this October to perform an exclusive live acoustic set. Catch her at Leith Depot on 14th October!
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Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells: 50th Anniversary Tour
Conducted and arranged by Oldfield's long-term collaborator Robin Smith, this show will see the iconic Tubular Bells performed in full, as well as other works by Mike Oldfield!
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Victor Sarro em: Na Gringa
A night of stand-up comedy (in Portuguese), with one of the best Brazilian comedians who will take to the stage to star in the show 'Na Gringa!' at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 14th October!
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Adult Cinema Meets Art
Experience adult cinema like never before... artful, ethical, and designed to spark conversation.
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Carrie Hope Fletcher
Award-winning West End sensation Carrie Hope Fletcher is heading out on a brand-new UK tour in 2024, don't miss her live at the Festival Theatre on Tuesday 15th October!
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Rioja Wine Fair
For one night only, you are invited to try the region’s finest wines at the Rioja Wine Fair held in The Balmoral on Tuesday 15th October!
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Sandi Toksvig: Friends of Dorothy
Following the sell-out 2022 tour of Next Slide Please, Sandi Toksvig - comedian, broadcaster, writer and campaigner - returns to theatres with an evening to celebrate the publication of her new novel.
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Sixties Gold
Sixties Gold returns to The Queen's Hall featuring the Tremeloes, Marmalade, Steve Ellis, Spencer James of The Searchers, Gerry's Pacemakers and Mamas and Papas.
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The Book of Mormon
The Book of Mormon, Broadway’s smash-hit musical written by Trey Parker, Matt Stone and Robert Lopez, is coming to Edinburgh Playhouse from Tuesday 15th October to Saturday 2nd November!
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Edinburgh Lesbian Speed Dating 18+
The Eventi is holding this Edinburgh Lesbian Speed Dating night on Wednesday 16th October at our Stunning venue Cabo!
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Evan Dando
Lemonheads mastermind, Evan Dando hits the road on a solo UK tour, don't miss him live at La Belle Angele on Wednesday 16th October!
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Ocean Film Festival
The Ocean Film Festival returns to the Festival Theatre with a brand new selection of the world’s most incredible ocean films!
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Pretenders
The Pretenders are excited to announce a headline theatre tour across the UK with a date at the Usher Hall on the 16th October!
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Real Farmer
Dutch band Real Farmer are known for their energetic blend of DIY punk, angular art-rock, and gritty authenticity. Catch them at Sneaky Pete's on 16th October!
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The Bathers with special guests
Catch The Bathers performing their latest album plus a selection of songs from their back catalogue as well as some classic Friends Again tracks at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 16th October!
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AC/DC Experience
The legendary sound, spirit and attitude of the mighty AC/DC is alive and kicking... and set to be unleashed at the O2 Academy Edinburgh on 17th October!
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German choir Figuralchor Köln is touring Scotland this year with a date at the Jesuit Church of the Sacred Heart Edinburgh on Thursday 17th October.
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Come What May
Come What May, the ultimate tribute to Moulin Rouge & other hit movie musicals, comes to the Usher Hall on Thursday 17th October!
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John Francis Flynn
Singer and multi-instrumentalist John Francis Flynn returns to The Caves Edinburgh on Thursday 17th October as part of a UK Autumn tour!
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Nobody’s Empire: An Evening With Stuart Murdoch
Join Stuart Murdoch for an evening of reading, songs and a live Q&A at Summerhall, in celebration of his debut novel, Nobody's Empire.
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Séance - Edinburgh’s Haunting
Séance is back at Wonder & Co. Step into the eerie past of Edinburgh as we recreate a Victorian-style séance using age-old techniques!
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: The Hairy Tale of Sam the Skull
Sam the Skull is a hilarious folk song by Harry Hagan, about a gallus Glasgow cat. Join storyteller Alastair McIver as he relates Sam’s continuing adventures!
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Sean Collins: Still Smokin Funny
Sean Collins, a stalwart of the standup scene with three decades of uproarious experience, bring his new show 'Still Smokin' Funny' to The Stand Edinburgh!
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Skinny Living
Three piece indie soul group Skinny Living will headline La Belle Angele on Thursday 17th October!
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Walter Trout plus special guest Laura Evans
Blues-Rock’s Resilient Icon Walter Trout plays The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 17th October with special guest Laura Evans!
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Blackmores Blood
Don't miss Blackmores Blood at Reconnect Regal Theatre on 18th October! This is the closest and the finest tribute to Ritchie Blackmore anyone is likely to see.
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Celine - My Heart Will Go On
Experience the ultimate Celine Dion tribute Concert as it tours across the UK when Celine - My Heart Will Go On comes to Howden Park Centre on Friday 18th October!
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Chinese Costume and Music Performance
Join HelloArt at Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 18th October and immerse yourself in vibrant Asian culture with an incredible performance and 20 unique stalls!
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Chris Kent: Offline (WIP)
Cork’s own Chris Kent returns with a brand new (WIP) show ‘Offline’ at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 18th October.
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Clinton Baptiste: Roller Ghoster!
Solo again, Clinton Baptiste, Britain's most celebrated clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights, comes to Edinburgh with his brand new hilarious one-man stand-up show!
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Fairground Attraction
After an absence of 35 years, all four original members of 80s band Fairground Attraction have reunited for a 14-date UK tour which will see them play Edinburgh's Usher Hall in October!
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Greyfriar’s Bobby VS The Radioactive Underworld
Join us for our Halloween haunted house fundraiser event at Edinburgh's Barnton Bunker - Scotland's largest nuclear bunker!
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Halloween Fireworks Nights
Conifox Adventure Park is back with a bang this autumn with their Halloween Fireworks Nights!
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Laura Lexx: Slinky
Join multi award winning stand up star and viral sensation Laura Lexx (Live at the Apollo, Mock The Week, Hypothetical, The Now Show) with her highly anticipated UK tour: Slinky.
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Outside the Original
Outside The Original is an exciting project from James Finnigan of Hue and Cry and Stiltskin fame, catch them live at Dreadnought Rock, Bathgate on 18th October!
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Perfect Purple Pairings
Perfect Purple Pairings, at Victor Hugo's on 18th October, is an enchanting evening reflecting on, and celebrating the connection you have with someone.
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Planetarium Late: Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon
Inspired by the music of Pink Floyd, this dome spectacular features the 1973 album the Dark Side of the Moon in explosive surround sound.
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Planetarium Lates: What’s Up? The Fright Sky!
This October we are drawing back the curtain on some of space’s dark secrets in “What’s Up? The Fright Sky!”
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Posty Party - A Post Malone Celebration
Join us at the legendary La Belle Angele for a night of Post Malone anthems. If you love Posty then this party is for you!
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Qudus Onikeku/The Q Dance Company - Re:incarnation
An ode to the richness of Nigerian culture, this dance, music, fashion and visual art creation showcases the depth of ancient Yoruba philosophy mixed with Nigerian youth culture.
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Open Hearth hosted by Donald Smith
The Festival’s famous Open Hearth returns to the Netherbow Theatre for a relaxed traditional session of stories and music, hosted by Donald Smith.
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The Scottish Sex Pistols
The legendary Scottish Sex Pistols return by popular demand to Edinburgh on Friday 18th October for what will be another anarchic sing-a-long at La Belle Angele!
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The Seeger Sessions Revival
The Seeger Sessions Revival are a 13-piece band reviving the spirit, energy and musical exuberance that was Bruce Springsteen's Seeger Sessions album and live shows!
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All Weller Band
From the ashes of 'In The Crowd' rises 'The All Weller Band', the Quartet who promise to take you on a magic carpet ride from the tube station to the riverbank and beyond!
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Garrison Keillor: Tonight
Garrison Keillor Tonight is an evening of stand-up, storytelling, audience song, and poetry. One man, one microphone, coming to The Queens Hall Edinburgh on 19th October!
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Oktoberfest Edinburgh at The Chanter
Get ready for the best Oktoberfest experience at The Chanter on Saturday 19th October!
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Priya Hall: Work In Progress
Priya Hall returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy with a work in progress hour on Saturday 19th October!
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Razorlight
Don't miss Razorlight when they bring their 'Citizens of Planet Nowhere' tour to The Mash House on Saturday 19th October!
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The Elton John Show
The Elton John Show is the UK's most exciting Elton John tribute show to hit the stage and it returns to the Howden Park Centre on Saturday 19th October!
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Amy Matthews: Commute with the Foxes
Following Matthews's 5-star sold-out 2023 run, the critically decorated comic returns with a show exploring the transformative nature of context.
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Ed Gamble: Hot Diggity Dog
Ed Gamble has minced a load of meat (thoughts), piped it into a casing (show) and it's coming to a bun (venue) near you! Catch him at the Festival Theatre Edinburgh on Sunday 20th October!
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Harriet Walter & Friends: Shakespeare’s Women Speak!
Live on stage with special guests, Dame Harriet Walter, one of Britain's most esteemed Shakespearean actors, will perform pieces from her new book, She Speaks!
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The Manfreds (feat. Paul Jones)
Following the huge success of their 60th anniversary tour in 2023, The Manfreds will be returning to The Queen's Hall on Sunday 20th October!
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Twilight In Concert: The Film With Live Band
The legendary romance fantasy film Twilight is coming to the Usher Hall as part of a UK tour, just ahead of Halloween, accompanied by a live band and surrounded with candles!
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Afro Celt Sound System
Afro Celt Sound System bring their ground-breaking fusion of African, Gaelic and Bhangra influenced sounds to Summerhall on 21st October!
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King No-One
Dynamic alt-pop quartet King No-One will play Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Monday 21st October!
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Punk Rock Factory
Punk Rock Factory head back out on the road in 2024 with a date at The Liquid Room on 21st October!
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Russell Watson: In Conversation
Join Russell Watson for this rare opportunity to hear the much loved classical singer's remarkable story of triumph and tragedy!
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: The Desperate Battle of the Birds / Cath Gailbheach nan Eòin
Scottish storyteller James MacDonald Reid and Scottish-Korean musician Ryan Williams present a classic Gaelic folk tale, blending tradition with innovation.
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Spencer Jones
The star of BBC’s The Mind of Herbert Clunkerdunk and of BBC's Mister Winner comes to you on tour with his irresistibly madcap show.
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Urzila Carlson: Just Jokes
South African-New Zealander Comedian, Urzila Carlson returns to tour the UK with her new show 'Just Jokes' and brings it to The Stand Edinburgh on 21st October!
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Dick and Angel: Forever Home (avec le nitty gritty)
Spend an entertaining evening with the stars of Channel 4 hit Escape to the Chateau, Dick and Angel Strawbridge, and experience the Chateau like never before!
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Enough of Him - CANCELLED
Based on a true story, Enough of Him explores the life of Joseph Knight, an African man enslaved by plantation owner Sir John Wedderburn and brought to Scotland to serve in his Perthshire mansion.
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Murder on the Orient Express
Agatha Christie's classic Murder on the Orient Express gets a thrilling new stage adaptation. Can Poirot solve the mystery before the final stop? Find out when the show comes to Edinburgh in October!
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Nathan Evans & The Saint PHNX Band
Scottish singer-songwriter Nathan Evans headlines La Belle Angele, with the backing of the Saint PHNX band on Tuesday 22nd October!
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Open Hearth
As the darkness closes in and minds glow with pictures in the symbolic fire, Open Hearth, featuring Shona Cowie, Martin MacIntyre and Fin Moore, is the perfect way to end your day!
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Jon Ronson’s Psychopath Night
Join Jon Ronson at the Usher Hall for an electrifying journey into the enigmatic world of psychopaths and the perplexing concept of normalcy!
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Los Bitchos
Catch Los Bitchos, a four-piece dance-rock band from London, when they play Summerhall Edinburgh on Wednesday 23rd October!
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Oisín Leech
Don't miss acclaimed songwriter and musician Oisin Leech at Summerhall Drinks Lab on Wednesday 23rd October!
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The S.H.I.T.
Expect blues, expect roots, expect Americana but, above all, believe in the words of Rob Tognoni: "make no mistake we will always be the S.H.I.T!"
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A Streetcar Named Desire
The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh presents the Pitlochry Festival Theatre production on A Streetcar Named Desire.
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Gary Meikle: No Refunds
Scottish Comedy Award winner and viral sensation Gary Meikle will bring his No Refunds tour to the Howden Park Centre on Thursday 24th October 2024!
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Green Screen: Vindication Swim + Panel
Vindication Swim dives into the extraordinary life of Mercedes Gleitze, who in 1927 became the first British woman to swim the English Channel. Catch it at Cameo Cinema Picturehouse on 24th October!
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Pierre Novellie: Why Are You Laughing?
Pierre Novellie is known for his award-winning comedy/observations. Come and see him live at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 24th October!
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Rickle O Stanes
Through powerful and playful storytelling and traditional song, Shona Cowie and Neil Sutcliffe explore the layers of history on which we stand today.
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To Save The Sea
From the makers of Battery Park, To Save The Sea is an epic adventure story about standing up for what you believe in, don't miss it at Howden Park Centre in October!
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Annie - The Musical
Nordone's Academy Of Performing Arts presents Annie - The Musical at the Church Hill Theatre in October!
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Bruce Juice: A Bruce Springsteen Tribue
Don't miss Bruce Juice, a Bruce Springsteen Tribue, at The Liquid Room, Edinburgh on 25th October!
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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.
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Cannae Beat It presents: OUR HOUSE - Fabian
The October edition of OUR HOUSE is bringing in the big guns with 'Glasgow Sound Gallery's' very own Fabian! (With support from Shaneo).
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CATS in SPACE
CATS in SPACE are a band brimming with majestic songs, boasting soaring vocal harmonies, power chord guitars, thundering drums and bass and huge, symphonic keyboards.
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Close:Up Edinburgh Docufest
Close:Up Edinburgh Docufest, Edinburgh's one and only annual documentary film festival, returns on the 25th & 26th October to the historic Cameo Cinema.
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Cockney Rejects
English punk rock band Cockney Rejects are returning to La Belle Angele Edinburgh on Friday, October 25th!
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Freak Heat Waves + Jaakko Eino Kalevi
Sneaky Pete's present a double bill of Freak Heat Waves + Jaakko Eino Kalevi at Cabaret Voltaire on Friday 25th October!
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Garrett Millerick: Needs More Space
Garrett Millerick Needs More Space, sees comedy's 'angriest optimist' return for a hilarious, honest, and mostly historically accurate, exploration of space travel!
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Henry Normal And Nigel Planer
Comedy legend, actor, writer and poet Nigel Planer joins Henry Normal, BBC Radio 4's 'poet in reticence'. Expect poetry, stories, jokes, Q & A, fun, knitwear and a few surprises.
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Iron & Wine
With the release of his new album 'Light Verse', American singer-songwriter Sam Beam, better known by his stage name Iron & Wine, comes to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Friday 25th October!
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Laura Macdonald & Kevin Mackenzie
Saxophonist Laura Macdonald, along with guitarist Kevin Mackenzie, explores original compositions and standards in a close musical conversation in the atmospheric St Peters's, Linlithgow!
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Midlothian Ghost Fest
The very first Midlothian Ghost Fest is taking place from 25th to 31st October with a series of Ghoulish Events!
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Rhapsody in Blue by Candlelight
City Music Promotions presents the stunning programme of music for solo piano including Gerswhin's iconic Rhapsody in Blue in St Giles' Cathedral!
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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto
Grand and dramatic, Beethoven's Emperor Concerto has been winning the hearts of audiences for over 200 years and the RSNO can't wait to share the experience with you!
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Jack and Beggar’s Island
The most powerful freedom story of Scottish oral tradition is recreated at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 25th October.
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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!
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So Fetch - 2000s Halloween Party
After another sold out event So Fetch returns to La Belle Angele on 25th October. Get ready to sing your heart out in a night packed with 2000s Pop!
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Temptation Waits
A new name but with some familiar faces hit the stage to kick off the Halloween Weekend at Dreadnought Rock, Bathgate!
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Terminal V Halloween Festival
Terminal V returns to the Edinburgh Royal Highland Centre this Halloween with their first ever 2 Nights - 2 Stages concept on 25th & 26th October!
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The Gerry Jablonski Band
Gerry Jablonski and the Electric Band have a unique trademark sound and style and you can hear them when they return to The Voodoo Rooms on 25th October!
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Waverley ‘Scare’ Halloween Ceilidh
Get ready for a spooktacular night of dancing, music, and fun at the Waverley 'Scare' Halloween Ceilidh 2024 in the Assembly Roxy on Friday 25th October!
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WILD HOGS - Halloween Weekend Special
Great to have those WILD HOGS back at Dreadnought after going down a treat in previous appearances but this is no ordinary night as it kicks off our Halloween weekender.
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7 Charlotte Square - After Dark
Explore 7 Charlotte Square by candlelight after hours, just as the original residents and servants would have 230 years ago.
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Ant Middleton - CANCELLED
Best Selling Author, TV front man and podcaster Ant Middleton has announced a brand new tour for autumn 2024 including a date at the Usher Hall on Saturday 26th October!
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‘Tam Maun Ride’ - Tam O’Shanter and other ghostly tales in song
As we near Halloween, St Andrew Camerata present an atmospheric evening exploring the darker side of choral music at Old Saint Paul's Episcopal Church on Saturday 26th October!
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Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral.
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Bridgerton Halloween Ball
You are invited to Grand Cafe Halloween Bridgerton Ball on Saturday 26th October for an evening of decadent dining, glamorous attire, enticing entertainment and scandalous drama!
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Candlelight: Halloween
Get your tickets now to discover the music of Halloween at The Merchants Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.
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Club Culture Presents The Shapeshifters
Club Culture, Edinburgh's exclusive over 25's daytime event, is back for Volume 4 at La Belle Angele on Saturday 26th October!
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Counterfeit 70’s
Having toured extensively with The Counterfeit Sixties show they now bring you their unique Seventies show from a decade of glam rock through to new wave music, and everything in between!
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DARKHER (Full Band) + special guest Maud The Moth
Don't miss DARKHER, aka Jayn Maiven, plus special guest Maud The Moth at Summerhall on Saturday 26th October!
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Halloween Ball
Join us at the Lothians #1 nightspot, Dalkeith Miners Club, for our ultimate annual Halloween club party with featured spooky decoration across the club.
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Halloween Party
The Halloween Party returns to Dreadnought Rock Bathgate on Saturday 26th October 2024!
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John Hastings
John Hastings, God’s fav comedian, returns to his ancestral home The Monkey Barrel in October to do what he does best, a bunch of jokes in order. One at a time.
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Junior Brother
Don't miss alternative Folk mainstay Junior Brother when he plays The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 26th October!
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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 Howden Park Centre on 26th October!
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Leo Sayer: Still Feel Like Dancing
Known the world over for his army of hits don't miss Leo Sayer live at Edinburgh's Queen's Hall on Saturday 26th October!
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Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles' Cathedral.
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Pumpkin Paint & Prosecco
Halloween Pumpkin Paint & Sip is BDY Edinburgh's first event of many! Join them for a night of fun, pumpkin painting and enjoying some wine on 26th October at the Islander Cafe!
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Reggaeton Halloween Party
Dare to enter a night of spine-chilling Reggaeton mayhem and dance floor frights that will haunt you forever!
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Kanpur 1857
The year is 1857 and strapped to a cannon, a young Indian rebel finds themselves answering to a British officer for the crimes of Kanpur. Are they a hero or a villain?
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Scottish National Whisky Festival
Take a deep dive into the modern world of spirits and live music with the Scottish National Whisky Festival at The Biscuit Factory on 26th October!
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Stuart Michael - Psychic Medium - CANCELLED
Direct from London’s West End – enjoy a thrilling and intriguing night of psychic mediumship from Stuart Michael!
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The Icicle Works - an Evening of Acoustic Music
The Icicle Works bring an evening of acoustic music to The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 26th October!
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The Makings of A Murderer 2 - The Real Manhunter
Following sell-out shows nationwide, the UK’s top true crime theatre tour is back with a brand-new lineup and brings it to the Assembly Rooms in October!
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The New Jersey Boys
Enjoy a celebration of the songs of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons at the Reconnect Regal Theatre on 26th October!
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This Shining Night
Come and hear the Edinburgh Singers, one of Edinburgh’s most dynamic choirs, as they perform a varied programme of music celebrating historical themes in contemporary musical settings!
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Hands of the Heron + support Anna Anise
Catch Bristol-based psychfolk trio Hands of the Heron at the Waverley Bar on Sunday 27th October with support from Anna Anise!
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INTERSTELLAR: Tribute to Hans Zimmer by Mystery Ensemble
Join Mystery Ensemble for one of their most beloved programmes: soundtracks of the renowned film ’Interstellar,’ directed by Christopher Nolan!
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Co-star of the brilliantly funny podcast Sloss and Humphries on the Road, Kai Humphries brings his new show 'Gallivanting' to the The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh on 27th October!
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Magical Mozart By Candlelight
With beautiful settings, costumes, lighting and of course candles the European baroque ensemble and world class opera singers transport you back to the sumptuous past.
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Milo Edwards: Sentimental
Award-winning comedian Milo Edwards comes to Monkey Barrel Comedy with his hit new show 'Sentimental' on Sunday 27th October!
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Naomi Bedford, Paul Simmonds and the Ramshackle Band
Don't miss Naomi Bedford, Paul Simmonds and the Ramshackle Band when they play Leith Depot on Sunday 27th October!
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Ooky-spooky-oke
Join us at The Three Sisters for a Halloween karaoke night like no other — where the tunes are scary good, the vibes are chilling, and costumes are highly encouraged!
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Rodrigo Marques in:The Enthusiast
Rodrigo Marques performs for the first time in Edinburgh Comedian takes to the stage at MONKEY BARREL COMEDY with the show “O Entusiasta”
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Open Hearth with Marion Kenny, Jeeva Raghunath & Daniel Serridge
Join Marion Kenny, Jeeva Raghunath and Daniel Serridge for a relaxed evening of stories and music in the Netherbow Theatre.
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Tyson Yoshi: Live in UK 2024
Tyson Yoshi, the celebrated Hong Kong artist, returns to the UK for his 2024 “LIVE IN UK” tour this October with a date at the Assembly Rooms on 27th October!
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A concert for Ukraine: Anna Fedorova
A concert in aid of Ukranian music students is planned for The Queen's Hall in October with outstanding Ukranian pianist Anna Fedorova and the Aurora Ensemble.
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Fright Fest Movie Marathon
Get cozy with your mates, grab some popcorn, and prepare for a spine-tingling night of classic and cult horror films at The Three Sisters!
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Samhain Séance - Midnight Lunar Market
The Midnight Lunar Market invites you to their Samhain Séance, held in the candle lit spookeasy at The Voodoo Rooms on 28th October!
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Seeds of Hope
Seeds of Hope is a concert of live music, poetry, prose and imagery chronicling the lives of refugees who have settled and flourished in Scotland.
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Edinburgh Gang Show
The Edinburgh Gang Show returns to the Festival Theatre in November 2024 for another brilliant week of making memories and bringing joy to Edinburgh!
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Eleanor Morton: Haunted House
Join Eleanor Morton at Monkey Barrel Comedy for a one-off Halloween performance of her hit Fringe show Haunted House!
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: West-East-West - Stories From a Still Divided Germany
In this storytelling show, featuring popular music from four decades of Berlin's history, artists and storytellers share their experiences since reunification and the fall of Wall.
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Spooky Swap & Style - Midnight Lunar Market
On Tuesday 29th October join Midnight Lunar Market for a haunting clothing swap and re-vamp at The Voodoo Rooms!
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VIP Wine Masterclass at Rio Brazilian Steakhouse
Situated in the capital’s iconic Assembly Rooms location, Rio Brazilian Steakhouse Edinburgh announces its brand-new VIP Wine Masterclass, launching on Tuesday 29 October.
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Gaz Coombes
Brit pop legend Gaz Coombes has announced a string of Scottish dates which includes a night at La Belle Angele on Wednesday 30th October!
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Larry Dean: Dodger
Join Larry Dean as he brings his hilarious new show Dodger, about identity, heroes and the benefits of being a dafty, to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 30th October!
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Sounds of the 70s at St Mary’s
Join our Cathedral Consort on 30th October for an evening of familiar songs as you've never heard them, in the amazing acoustic and atmosphere of St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral!
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The Bright Club
The freshest thing in stand-up – straight from the (research) field to funny with a new crop of comedic academics from Scotland's universities every month.
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The Magic Lantern
The Magic Lantern, the moniker of singer-songwriter Jamie Doe, comes to the Traverse to launch his joyous and devastating fifth album ‘To Everything A Season’!
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Twist and Shout
An all-star cast from the West End deliver a musical powerhouse of a show that starts with the explosion of Brit Pop in 1962 through to the era of Flower Power and Free Love of the late sixties!
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Annasach’s Hallowe’en Ceilidh
Come and dance to Annasach Ceilidh Band at our Hallowe'en Ceilidh from 8pm at The Counting House on Thursday 31st October! All dances can be called so beginners welcome.
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Bullring Techno Makeout Jamz
This play is a love letter to Birmingham, exploring Black masculinity through Beyonce lyrics, techno raves and the deeply intimate relationship between a man and his barber.
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Cammy Barnes
Scottish singer-songwriter Cammy Barnes, who rose to prominence when he appeared on Britain's Got Talent, has announced a headline show at La Belle Angele on Thursday 31st October!
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Charity Movie Night - The Cabin in the Woods
Join The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh for a charity movie night in the Symposium Hall on 31st October, where we will be showing The Cabin in the Woods!
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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!
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Dave Reubens - Freaky Magic
Magician Dave Reubens attempts to recreate the weird and supernatural using only sleight of hand & illusion. As seen on the BBC.
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David Potts: Nightmare on the Cowgate
Get ready for a Halloween night like no other when David Potts from Ibiza Weekender takes over the decks at The Three Sisters Bar!
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Distillery After Dark
Join us at Holyrood Distillery for an evening of sipping, storytelling, festivities and folklore at our inaugural Distillery After Dark celebration!
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Doctor Bonk’s Macarbaret
Dr Bonk, Scotland's silliest surgeon, presents the Macarbaret: a madcap hour of spooky drag, burlesque, comedy and medical mayhem!
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Dracula’s Guest
A seductive and unsettling adaptation drawing on Bram Stoker’s gothic classic. Can Jonathan Harker escape Castle Dracula? Or will he fall prey to the temptation of the vampire?
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Fright Night: Silent Movie Screening with Live Score
Silent Screen Scotland returns with 'Fright Night: Silent Movie Screening', a candlelit screening of Nosferatu accompanied by live score in the gothic surroundings of St. Vincent's Chapel.
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Frighthouse 2
A Multimedia Horror Anthology using film and Audio recordings. The Frighthouse Returns for more Frights with a mix of the surreal and the spooky.
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Frog Dinner
A harrowing episode of TRUE! CRIME! NOW! documentary takes a disturbing splash when the subject matter, a froggy religious cult, hop into their own take of the narrative.
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Grey Goose Lates
This autumn, experience the after-dark magic where disco meets modern-day elegance at Lady Libertine, as the subterranean venue launches its brand-new GREY GOOSE® Lates!
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Halloween Special!
This Halloween come savour some ghoulish gags at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!
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Haunted Haus: WIGULA! Finale
Come see the terrifyingly fabulous grand finale of WIGULA! Edinburgh's newest queer spooktular at The Banshee Labyrinth as part of Edinburgh Horror Festival!
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Horror Classics: Halloween Variety Show
Step into a world of thrills and chills at our “Horror Classics” Variety Show at Leith Arches on Thursday 31st October!
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Howl-o-ween @ The Moon
Dare to join us for a night of eerie enchantment at Brewhemia’s Howl-O-Ween @ The Moon!
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Leith Theatre Halloween Heritage Tour
The Leith Theatre Halloween Heritage Tour returns on Thursday 31st October with double the spook!
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My Grandmother Taught Me To Knit
My Grandmother Taught Me To Knit is an Original horror storytelling on knitting, grief, and perfection. Catch it at The Banshee Labyrinth!
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No Love Songs
Songs taken from Kyle Falconer's hit second solo album are reimagined live on stage in this new and urgent musical, capturing the essence of love, parenthood, and the struggles that come with it.
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Red Richardson: Bugatti Live
Red Richardson is one of the most exciting new stand up comedians in the UK. Join him on his first ever UK tour for a hilarious hour of stand up comedy at Monkey Barrel!
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Rogues So Banished
Actor and writer Paul Case takes you on a bloody ride into the darkest depths of Australian history with his nightmarish horror story.
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SCO 2024/25: Borealis
Enjoy new sounds from Nordic nations and from closer to home as northern Europe's exciting celebration of contemporary music comes to Scotland!
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Spooky & Gay
Direct from off-Broadway: SPOOKY & GAY is a queer horror storytelling variety fantasia performed entirely in the dark.
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Stand Up Horror
Actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night. You decide what the characters do, find and sometimes - yes sometimes - even love!
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The Ebony Frame
An ancient secret comes to light, and with it a chance at salvation, but also of fire and death...
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The King In Yellow
A staged reading of the legendary Lovecraftian cursed play. Last time this was read aloud the audience rioted & the theatre burned down. Let's tempt fate. Come join us!
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The Ritual
Welcome to The Ritual, where The Master and his loyal servant Gregor await you. Dare you brave the company of two terrifying vampires in their spooky underground lair?
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The Sculptor
One Workshop. Two Women. Three Bodies. A dark, psychological tale of the relationship between The Sculptor and Her Muse.
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The Tumbling Paddies
The Tumbling Paddies are rapidly becoming one of Ireland’s most popular entertainment acts. Catch them when they play the O2 Academy Edinburgh on 31st October!
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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:
Total-Rex
Following their visit in 2023 that had people dancing in the aisles, Eastwood Park Theatre are excited to announce the return of Total-Rex on Saturday 19th October!
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The Minerva Club - Sister Act
The Minerva Club will bring Sister Act, the feel-amazing musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film, to Eastwood Park Theatre in October!
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Monteiths Bar Quiz Night
Join Monteiths Bar for their weekly Tuesday quiz night hosted by the fun and charismatic Chris Wainwright!
READ MORENights Out Events in Fife
Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Taylor Mania
Don't miss this award-winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our time!
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Choral Concert : Figuralchor Köln - Scotland Tour
German choir Figuralchor Köln is touring Scotland this year with a date at the University of St Andrews on Friday 18th October.
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The Crucible
The University of St Andrews’ talented Performing Arts Society, Mermaids, return to our stage in October with Arthur Miller’s classic tragedy.
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:
Stephen Wilson Jr.
Nashville-by-way-of-Indiana singer Stephen Wilson Jr. will headline Glasgow's King Tut's on Saturday 26th October!
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Rattus Inheritus play The Stranglers
Rattus Inheritus play the music of The Stranglers live at Audio Glasgow on Saturday 19th October!
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Caravan Palace
World-renowned for their hybrid band-and-electronics setup, Caravan Palace have announced a headline show at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Wednesday 16th October!
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:
Acoustic Cafe Nights at the Granary Presents Quick
Acoustic Cafe Nights is delighted to welcome back self-described 'newgrass' band Quick on Friday 18th October!
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Castlebank Halloween Party!
Castlebank Fright Night returns! Join the team for their Halloween extravaganza which finishes on October 31st with a spooktacular party!
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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 at East Kilbride Village Theatre on Sunday 27th October!
READ MORENights Out Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Frankenstein: A Radio Play on Stage
No Nonsense Productions (A Christmas Carol, It's a Wonderful Life, Para Handy, Dracula) return with chaotic comedy as part of this year’s Galoshans Festival!
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PBW Presents Maximum Impact 2024
Premier British Wrestling return to Greenock Town Hall on Friday 25th October for their biggest show of the year... Maximum Impact 2024!
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ABC - An Intimate Evening With Martin Fry
Beacon Arts Centre has announced 'An Intimate Evening With Martin Fry' on Saturday 12th October!
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:
Bannockburn House Ghost Hunt w/ Haunted Rooms
Join Haunted Rooms for a thrilling ghost hunt at Bannockburn House! This historic site offers a chilling adventure.
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Paranormal Investigation Plane Castle
Unlocked Paranormal comes to Plane Castle, a 15th century Tower House, on Saturday 26th October for a paranormal investigation!
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Sophie Penman Live @ The Crook Bar
Welcoming a new talent to the Crook for the first time, Sophie Penman will be playing keyboard and singing some modern classics along with a few of her own tunes as well.
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BLIGHT - Halloween Scare Trail
Kelburn's 'Haunted Forest' returns with an appetite for fear. By Popular demand, the immersive scare experience is now running even more days throughout October 2024!
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Murder Mystery at Burns Cottage: The Best Laid Scheme o’ Mice and Murder
Get ready for an exclusive, adrenaline-pumping experience where you become a detective and work with others to solve a thrilling murder!
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