Nights Out Events in Edinburgh in April 2025
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Events in Edinburgh
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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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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Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles' Cathedral.
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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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The Comedy Cellar at Canon’s Gait
Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," as we have the craic every night, hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter!
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The Big Show
Enjoy a night of top stand-up comedy at The Big Show every weekend at Monkey Barrel Comedy, come see a line-up featuring outstanding local, national, and international comedians!
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Stand Up Horror
Actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night at Stand Up Horror... you decide what the characters do, find and sometimes - yes sometimes - even love!
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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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Free For All
Free For All is back at Monkey Barrel - with a fresh new vibe! Full-on, no holds barred live comedy for anyone and everyone.
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Top Banana
Catch the comedy stars of the future and pro comics trying out new material every Wednesday night at Monkey Barrel Comedy's 'Top Banana'!
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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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Rockstar Karaoke
Come bring all your friends and sing all night to all your favourite rockaoke classics on Mondays at Legends!
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Riffs Tuesdays
Come get your weekly dose of RIFFS at Legents Edinburgh every Tuesday!
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Spandex Comedy
Don't miss out on Spandex Comedy! Join us every Tuesday night for a top night of laughs featuring stand up comedians from across the country dropping in to liven up the start of your week!
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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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Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at Assembly Roxy
Come and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every month at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at the Assembly Roxy!
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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 Sunday Night Laugh-In
Round off the weekend with our comedy cocktail which has the emphasis on the chilled and the laid back. At least five acts on each bill ensure variety and great value.
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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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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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Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Join renowned British concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith for a performance of sensational classical and romantic works for solo piano at St Giles' Cathedral!
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Stu and Garry’s Free Improv Show
Marvel as resident duo Stu & Garry weave comedy magic from your suggestions in this long-running improvised show at The Stand Edinburgh!
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W.I.P.lash
Join us at The Stand Edinburgh for a brand spanking new showcase for established comics working up material for the Fringe or tour shows!
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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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Ceilidh in Charteris Centre
Edinburgh Ceilidhs invites you to their regular ceilidh in the Charteris Centre with caller Ken Gourlay, ceilidh band and piper!
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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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Live Music at The Botanist
The Botanist hosts live music from Thursday to Sunday every week! From acoustic singles, duos, trios and full band, we have it all.
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Candlelight: Hans Zimmer’s Best Works
Discover the music of Hans Zimmer at St Mary's Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight.
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Boards, Bags & Banter: Edinburgh’s Cornhole Social
Join us at The Biscuit Factory on Mondays for a fun-filled night of tossing bags and making new friends, perfect for all skill levels!
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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
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An Evening With Sir Chris Hoy
Don't miss this chance to hear fantastic stories from Sir Chris Hoy, the 11-time world champion and a six-time Olympic champion, at the Usher Hall on Tuesday 1st April!
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April’s Follies: Concert with Héloïse Bernard, Annemarie Klein and Jan Waterfield
Follies can be pleasant, painful and everything in-between. This programme at St Cecilia's Hall on Tuesday 1st April, celebrates some of these musical depictions!
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Beauty and the Beast
Step into a world of enchantment as Edinburgh Music Theatre presents Beauty and the Beast at Church Hill Theatre!
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Little Women
Anne-Marie Casey’s masterful new adaptation of the classic story offers a captivating rendition of Little Women that breathes new life into a cherished classic!
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An Evening with Si King
Take a trip down memory lane with national treasure Si King and get to know the man behind the bike like never before at the Assembly Rooms on Wednesday 2nd April!
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Carl Hutchinson: Today Years Old - CANCELLED
What has quickly became an annual tradition, Carl Hutchinson is back for a third consecutive back-to-back tour with a date at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Thursday 3rd April.
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Cheese & Wine Tasting with Mellis Cheese
1802 Lounge & Grill is excited to team up with the widely popular Mellis cheesemongers to bring you a delicious Cheese & Wine Tasting event!
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Craig Campbell: Raging Gracelessly
Craig Campbell, CanaDUHs most hilariously uncompromising fornicator of (consenting) mooses, brings his reenergised latest lap of hilarity Raging Gracelessly to Grand Central, Livingston in April!
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Deborah Bonham Band with support from the Andy Taylor Group
Deborah Bonham, one of the finest UK Blues, Rock and Soul singers, and her band play The Caves on 3rd April with support from the Andy Taylor Group!
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Mick McConnell (Smokie) and Blue Thunder at First Thursday Blues Club
In Scotland for one appearance only, the First Thursday Blues Club is pleased to have Mick McConnell (Smokie) + Blue Thunder play their rock blues set on 3rd April!
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Patrick Monahan: The Talkinator
It’s the year 2024 and there’s a lot of talk about AI taking over humans. Only one man can out-talk the chat-bots & robots - Patrick Monahan: The Talkinator!
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Primal Scream
Back with new album 'Come Ahead', Primal Scream have announced they are heading out on tour which will see them play Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Thursday 3rd April!
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Science Festival Late
Get ready to party as we turn our flagship children's venue over to adults for one very special night.
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Bothan Dhùn Èideann
Join us at the Scottish Storytelling Centre for our April Bothan, a monthly session of Gaelic culture and community in Edinburgh!
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Call Me Maybe - 2010s Party
Get ready to Shake It Off to the best Pop tunes of the 2010s when Call Me Maybe returns to La Belle Angele on Friday 4th April!
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Ceilidh Spring Fling
Spring is in the air and what better way to celebrate than a great night out at a traditional Ceilidh in the heart of Edinburgh's Grassmarket!
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Desperados
Desperados deliver a rip roaring set from the outstanding back catalogue of one of the greatest band's in history, The Eagles!
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Don Paterson & Graeme Stephen
The first of the Spring Series of Scottish Arts Trust Concerts is taking place on Friday 4th April, featuring Don Paterson & Graeme Stephen, two of Scotland’s leading guitarists!
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Easter @ ‘The Anatomist’ Escape Room
Easter is the perfect time to gather your team of family and friends to take on 'The Anatomist' - Edinburgh’s award winning historical escape room!
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Easter at ‘The Deacon’s Cabinet’ Escape Room
This Easter, in addition to the usual mind-bending puzzles at The Deacon's Cabinet, there’s a little something extra to discover, a number of small chocolate eggs… will your team find them?
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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; The Caledonian!
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Elvis Tribute Act
Back by popular demand, don't miss award winning Andy James, one of the best leading Elvis tribute artist, at Jewel Miners Welfare Society on 4th April in aid of MacMillan Cancer!
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Fastlove - The Tribute to George Michael
Direct from London's West End, Fastlove is the world's favourite George Michael Celebration! Don't miss it when it returns to The Queen's Hall on 4th April!
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Ian Prowse & Amsterdam
Ian Prowse & Amsterdam bring their 2025 tour to The Voodoo Rooms Edinburgh on Friday 4th April.
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Still Game star Jane McCarry is back with a brand new tour in 2025 and brings it to Portobello Town Hall on Friday April 4th!
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Klub Kabaret: Moulin Rouge
Expect a story told through movement, music, and laughter; one that celebrates love, allure, and the unapologetic spirit of the Parisian night at Brewhemia's Klub Kabaret, Moulin Rouge on 4th April.
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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Shostakovich Eight
Jonathon Heyward conducts and joins an RSNO favourite, saxophonist Jess Gillam, in a thriller from Anna Clyne: an Irish legend of banshees and night terrors, told in music like you've never heard.
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Stacey Dooley: Stories from Remarkable Mothers
Stacey Dooley MBE is returning to the stage for an intimate evening inspired by her new book, Dear Minnie: Conversations with Remarkable Mothers.
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The Mini Guns
Get ready to rock with The Mini Guns duo at The Three Sisters, Edinburgh on Friday 4th and Saturday 5th April!
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Tom As Usual
The simply sensational Robert T Leonard with his Tom As Usual showband are proud to be appearing at the Howden Park Centre on April 4th!
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Bongo’s Bingo Edinburgh
Bongo’s Bingo, the UK’s original bingo rave phenomenon, is back in Edinburgh at the Corn Exchange!
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Ghosts of the Banshee
Are you brave enough to attend an unsettling night of ghosts in the Banshee Labyrinth - Scotland's Most Haunted Pub - built into the legendary South Bridge Vaults.
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Giovanni - The Last Dance
Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice returns to Edinburgh in 2025 with his tour The Last Dance!
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John Shuttleworth: Raise The Oof
Radio 4 favourite, comedy legend, and 'the 42nd best reason to love Britain' John Shuttleworth is back with more hilarious stories and songs performed on his trusty Yamaha organ!
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John Tothill: Thank God This Lasts Forever
The critically-acclaimed John Tothill brings his fantastic new show on his debut UK tour to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 5th April.
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Organ recital with Caroline Cradock and John Kitchen
Join the Institut français d’Écosse on Saturday 5th April at Greyfriars Kirk for an Organ recital with Scottish organists Caroline Cradock and John Kitchen!
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Police Dog Hogan
Police Dog Hogan, one of the country's finest live folk-country acts, bring their UK tour to The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 5th April.
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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 Howden Park Centre as part of it's 20th Anniversary tour!
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That 70s Club: Over 30s
Over 30 and looking for some Hot Stuff then take a trip on the Soul Train and join us for the ultimate 70s party at La Belle Angele on 5th April!
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The Gathering Quartet: Live Album Recording
Join a live album recording for The Gathering Quartet, a brand-new European traditional string group, at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 5th April!
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The Music of Adele by Candlelight
Featuring hit after hit, The Music of Adele by Candlelight comes to The Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh on 5th April.
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Ultimate Coldplay
Ultimate Coldplay, the UK's leading Coldplay tribute act, head to Edinburgh to headline the Liquid Room on Saturday 5th April!
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Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece The Four Seasons and other magnificent works in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral.
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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & The Lark Ascending
London Concertante brings Vivaldi’s masterpiece to life in a wonderful concert featuring gems of baroque music at St Giles Cathedral on 16th June.
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Julian J3PO Pollack
Don't miss Julian Pollack, a Los Angeles-based pianist/keyboardist and producer, when he brings his 'J3PO Europe Tour' to The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday April 6th!
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Rhona MacFarlane
Rising Scottish Singer Songwriter, Rhona Macfarlane, plays The Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh on Sunday 6th April!
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Ryan McMullan
Ryan McMullan, recognised as one of Northern Ireland’s biggest and brightest talents, brings his 'Redesign' Tour to La Belle Angele on the 6th April!
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Sammy Obeid: Edgy in Edinburgh!
Join Sammy Obeid for a night of laughter at the vibrant and historic Assembly Roxy as he brings his unique perspective and infectious energy to the stage!
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Sam Newbould Quintet
Don't miss the Sam Newbould Quintet, an award winning five piece international line-up emerging from the vibrant Amsterdam jazz scene, at Traverse Theatre on Monday 7th April!
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Black Country, New Road
Experimental post-punk septet Black Country, New Road come to Edinburgh as part of their forthcoming Album Release tour, catch them live at The Queen's Hall on Tuesday 8th April!
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Dee Allum: Deadname
As seen on the BBC New Comedy Awards Final, this debut stand-up show from Dee Allum is about reconciling with the past, coming out, and going through two puberties (frankly, two too many).
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Through the Shortbread Tin
The National Theatre of Scotland is touring in 2025 with a brand new show 'Through the Shortbread Tin' and stops off at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 8th & 9th April!
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Whole Lotta Shakin’ - The Shakin’ Stevens Story
Fully endorsed by members of Shaky's own family, the Award Winning tribute to the UK's biggest selling singles artist of the 1980's is a nostalgic celebration, jam packed with feel-good Rock 'n' Roll.
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Imelda May
Imelda May, one of the UK & Ireland’s most celebrated female artists, comes to The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh on Wednesday 9th April!
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Phil Chapman: Figures
Following on from his debut tour and two sell out shows, Phil brings his new show Figures to the Stand Edinburgh!
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The Sorcerer
A magical chance to experience one of Gilbert & Sullivan's lesser-known gems, "The Sorcerer" is sure to conjure up enjoyment for all the family!
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The Zac Schulze Gang
Blues rock trio, The Zac Schulze Gang, play The Voodoo Rooms in Edinburgh on Wednesday 9th April.
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Baroque Labyrinth: When Handel Meets Maraghi
Join us at the Institut français d’Écosse on Thursday 10th April for this concert and enjoy an exploration of the richness of musical diversity!
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Duke Special
Catch Belfast based songwriter and performer Duke Special when he plays The Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh on Thursday April 4th!
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Edinburgh Science Festival: Planetarium Lates: Gravity
Join us in Dynamic Earth's planetarium to watch Gravity, a breathtaking thriller set in the vast emptiness of space!
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Index For Working Musik
The London-based group Index For Working Musik are formed from previous members of TOY and The Proper Ornaments, catch them live at Leith Depot on Thursday 10th April!
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Jodie Sloan: Is She Hot? (WIP)
Jodie Sloan is thrilled to be performing her much-anticipated debut solo show at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Thursday April 10th!
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John Robertson’s The Dark Room
Comedian John Robertson's The Dark Room is a gut-busting rock n' roll experience for everyone who buys a ticket! Don't miss it at the Stand Edinburgh!
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Planetarium Late: You Are Here
Take a journey across the Solar System, with spectacular stops along the way as we push the boundaries of human space exploration.
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Queer Folks’ Tales
Queer Folks’ Tales returns in April with another terrific line up at the Scottish Storytelling Centre!
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Seonaid Aitken Ensemble featuring Harben Kay
Catch the Seonaid Aitken Ensemble, featuring saxophonist Harben Kay, at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Thursday 10th April, along with Laura Macdonald and Kevin Mackenzie!
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Awkward Family Portraits
Awkward Family Portraits have been dishing out rockin’ roots music to the streets of Glasgow since 2016 and you can catch them at The Voodoo Rooms on Friday April 11th!
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Dunedin Consort: Matthew Passion
Dunedin Consort presents Matthew Passion, containing some of the most exquisite music that Bach ever composed, at the Queen's Hall on Friday 11th April.
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Loud Poets Showcase
Don’t miss the next fantastic show from Scotland’s best spoken word night 'Loud Poets' on Friday 11th April with Janette Ayachi, Kate Ireland, Fiona Jane & Raymond Wilson!
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Mysteries: A Close-Up Magic Experience
Step into the magical world of Wonder & Co. - Scotland's only magic shop - and experience an intimate evening of extraordinary close-up magic!
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NASC Singing Session
The North Atlantic Song Convention Delegates are invited to an informal singing session in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile at The Canons' Gait Bar!
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National Youth Orchestras of Scotland – Spring Concert
The NYOS Orchestra will take to the stage at Usher Hall on 11 April 2025 inviting audiences to an exploration of some of classical music’s most exciting responses to great literary works.
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Oslo Twins
The Oslo Twins, known for their dreamy, ethereal sound, play Sneaky Pete's in Edinburgh on April 11th!
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Rhinestone Fest
Rhinestone Rodeo is taking over the Three Sisters Edinburgh for the entire day on Friday 11th April!
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Robin Grainger: Refurb
Robin Grainger brings his new show Refurb to Monkey Barrel comedy on Friday 11th April.
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Beyond Jovi
Don't miss a Night of Classic Bon Jovi from their expansive back catalogue that will be a sure fire hit for any fan at Dreadnought Rock on 12th April!
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Edinburgh Science Festival: Step to Sustainability
Join us for an exclusive guided tour of Edinburgh Zoo after closing, led by one of our rangers, followed by a talk at our new solar meadow.
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Father John Misty
Critically acclaimed, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Father John Misty has announced a date at the Usher Hall as part of a UK tour in 2025!
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Hotel California
Eagles tribute, Hotel California, perform their spectacular new critically acclaimed show when they return to the Howden Park Centre on 12th April!
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Ian Smith: Work In Progress
Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee 2023 and co-host of the Northern News podcast returns to Monkey Barrel with a work in progress of a new show!
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NASC Concert: The North Atlantic Song Connection
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of song featuring a stunning line-up of international and local artists at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 12th May!
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Sarah Roberts: Silkworm
Sarah Roberts, the world's youngest, smallest, most normal comedian is bringing her acclaimed debut show to Monkey Barrel on April 12th!
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SCO 2024/25: Seven Last Words
Join the magnificent SCO Chorus and Chorus Director Gregory Batsleer for a profound choral contemplation of loss and rebirth from one of the world’s greatest living composers.
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Foster & Allen’s 50 Years of Hits Tour
International recording artists Foster & Allen will celebrate an amazing milestone of 50 years in the music business with a UK tour which will include a night at the Howden Park Centre!
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Rosco McClelland: Sudden Death
Join Rosco McClelland as he navigates highs and lows of life, death and a penchant for edibles, all while grappling with the ultimate game-changer: a potentially fatal heart condition.
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Scottish Ensemble: Thuit an Oidhche Oirnn
Scottish fiddle player Donald Grant and friends join Scottish Ensemble to revel in the joy of making music together at The Queen's Hall.
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The Supernaturals, a five piece guitar-based indie rock band from Glasgow, will play The Caves Edinburgh on Sunday 13th April!
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The UK Pink Floyd Experience
Recreating the sights and sounds of the legendary Pink Floyd live in concert, this highly authentic show, at the Assembly Rooms, features over 50 years of hits by this iconic band!
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Mary Coughlan
Mary Coughlan is often described as the greatest female vocalist that Ireland has ever produced. Join her at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh for her 40th Anniversary Concert with special guests!
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Professor Richard Dawkins: The Genetic Book of the Dead
One of the world’s most eminent writers and thinkers, Professor Richard Dawkins, joins the Edinburgh Science Festival 2025 on 14th April for a special event as part of his last tour on the road!
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Calamity Jane
The whip crackin' musical classic Calamity Jane is coming to the Festival Theatre Edinburgh in 2025, starring multi-award-winning West End star Carrie Hope Fletcher!
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October Drift
October Drift have gained a strong word-of-mouth following since exploding onto the music scene and you can catch them at Cabaret Voltaire on Tuesday 15th April.
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Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs
Newcastle based rockers Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs are delighted to announce a new headline UK tour for April 2025 with a date at La Belle Angele on the 15th!
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Sip & Paint Night
Looking for a night out with a twist? Join us at Mara on Tuesday 15th April for our very first Sip & Paint night!
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Aled Jones - Full Circle
Prepare to hear Aled Jones as you've never heard him before when he brings his Full Circle tour to the Corn Exchange Haddington on Wednesday 16th April.
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Storytelling Ceilidh with the Burgh Blatherers: Food for Thought
Join Edinburgh's own Burgh Blatherers on 16th April for the next open-floor storytelling night taking place throughout the year!
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The Trance Empire
The Trance Empire comes to the Liquid Rooms in Edinburgh on 16th April, showcasing the best Trance music, rising artists & local DJ talent!
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Capella Edina - Experience the Glamour and Magic of Classical Cinema - CANCELLED
Enjoy an evening of music from Hollywood’s Golden Age and a celebration of the glamour and magic of classical cinema on April 17th at the Usher Hall!
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Crisp and Wine Night
Join us at 7pm on Thursday 17th April for Mara’s first-ever Wine & Crisps Evening, hosted by the brilliant Tan&Ns Wine Importers.
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Edinburgh Singles Event (mixed ages)
Join Single & Mingle and meet up to 40 like-minded singles at our relaxed & intimate dating event at The Botanist, Edinburgh on Thursday April 17th!
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Girls of the Internet LIVE + James Alexander Bright
Girls of the Internet are taking the band on the road for their debut UK tour and play Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on 17th April, along with a very special guest James Alexander Bright!
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Lab Coats and Love Notes with Ali Hazelwood
The Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author, Ali Hazelwood, will travel across the pond to share a conversation on love, science, and the art of storytelling!
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Teardrops on My Dildo - Vanessa Larry Mitchell
Fabulous, filthy and downright hilarious! Brace yourselves for a wild ride of side-splitting hilarity with the modern-day Queen of Sass, Vanessa Larry Mitchell.
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Frühlingsfest
Join us at Brewhemia as we embrace the warmth and renewal of spring with a festive atmosphere, German-inspired treats, and plenty of fun for everyone!
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Heartbreak - The Tom Petty Show
Fans of the legendary musician Tom Petty, prepare to experience the magic of his music live, when the 'Heartbreak – Tom Petty Show' stops off at The Liquid Room on Friday April 18th!
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Northern Streams Festival
Northern Streams is a festival celebrating Nordic & Scottish music, song and dance and this year's edition is taking place from 18th - 20th April 2025 at the Scottish Storytelling Centre!
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Patrick Spicer: Absolutely
Freshly minted viral superstar Patrick Spicer is hitting the road for his first-ever tour of the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe. Catch him at Monkey Barrel comedy on April 18th!
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Sacred Paws
With fun and enjoyment at the heart of their music-making, don't miss Sacred Paws live at The Mash House on Friday April 18th!
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The Biscuit Factory Beverage Festival 2025
Join us at The Biscuit Factory for the second annual edition of The Biscuit Factory Beverage Festival on the 18th & 19th of April, 2025!
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The Killaz UK
The Killaz UK are the ultimate tribute to the live shows of the Killers! Don't miss them live at La Belle Angele on Friday 18th April!
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The Musical Box - Genesis Live
The Musical Box, internationally renowned for its historical accuracy, presents the original GENESIS LIVE performance in painstaking detail and offers an evening of time travel.
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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 Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 19th April.
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Dallahan with Kim Carnie Trio and Cahalen Morrison
The internationally acclaimed Dallahan return to Edinburgh for a specially self-curated night of folk music with special guests Kim Carnie Trio and Cahalen Morrison!
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Dookie - A Tribute To Green Day
Dookie, the UK's longest running tribute to Green Day, have announced a date at Dreadnought Rock on 19th April!
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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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Emerald Sunday
Scottish indie/rock band Emerald Sunday play The Mash House on Saturday 19th April along with special guests Gambit, Save Face and Caspers Ridge!
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MTR Edinburgh 2025: The Musical Theatre Rave Revival!
Get ready for an all-night celebration of musical theatre magic, where your favourite show tunes meet a rave-style party like no other at The Liquid Room on 19th April!
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Rewind Back to the 70s 80s 90s & 00s - Day Party
Rewind 'Day Party' is back on Easter Weekend at The Liquid Room after a sell out March debut!
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Spring Hoolie at The Pitt
Kick off your Easter weekend in style at The Pitt Spring Hoolie, with Scottish trad tunes, lively ceilidh dancing and good times all day long!
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STAGED. Live! Presents Non Applicable
Catch West Lothian based 4-piece rock band 'Non Applicable' when they play The Mash House on Saturday 19th April.
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Stuart Laws: Has To Be Joking?
Stuart Laws is back, fresh from a critically acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Fringe. Don't miss this chance to see a comedian at the top of his game!
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Stuart McPherson: Work in Progress
Don't miss this brand new hour of jokes from Stuart McPherson, the co-host of the Some Laugh podcast and Scot Squad star!
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Terminal V Festival
Terminal V Festival returns in spring 2025 for the biggest one to date, marking the 11th ever edition of Terminal V in Edinburgh!
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The Diana Ross Story
Prepare to be taken on a spellbinding journey visiting one of the greatest musical stories ever told when The Diana Ross Story comes to the Assembly Rooms in April!
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Maria Somerville
Maria Somerville creates wholly original music that is borne of her roots in Connemara, Western Ireland and you can catch her at Sneaky Pete's on Sunday 20th April!
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McGonagall Night
Join the International Ghost Society for an evening in celebration of the poet William Topaz McGonagall - a man commonly known as the worst poet ever to have lived.
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Northern Live - Do I Love You
Northern Live - Do I Love You is a fantastic Northern Soul show featuring an 11-piece live band... don't miss it when it comes to the Assembly Rooms on Sunday 20th April!
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Session A9
Now in their 21st anniversary year, Session A9 have earned their reputation as one of the best live bands in the country and they play The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh on Sunday 20th April!
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Swing/Pop Mash-Ups: The Background Sounds - Live @ Stramash
The Background Sounds return to Stramash on Sunday 20th April with unapologetic genius combinations of vintage jazz and perfect pop mash-ups!
READ MORETim Rice - My Life in Musicals - I Know Him So Well
Sir Tim Rice, the multi-award-winning, internationally renowned lyricist, will bring his extraordinary live musical theatre event, My Life In Musicals – I Know Him So Well to Edinburgh!
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Valery Meladze: 30th Anniversary Tour
Valery Meladze heads out on his grandiose anniversary tour dedicated to the 30th anniversary of his career and plays the Edinburgh Corn Exchange on Sunday April 20th!
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Wicked Sing-A-long Dining at Brewhemia
Get ready for an enchanting evening at Brewhemia Edinburgh's Wicked Sing-a-Long event on Sunday April 20th!
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For The Love of Shane MacGowan
Direct from their sensational 2024 Edinburgh Fringe sell-out run, For The Love of Shane MacGowan will come to La Belle Angele on Monday 21st April!
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David Cross
American stand-up comedian and actor David Cross brings his UK tour to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Tuesday 22nd April!
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Elliot Minor
After over a decade away, British rock band Elliot Minor are thrilled to announce their return to the stage, performing a very select few UK dates in April, including a date at The Liquid Room!
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Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of)
Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen’s most iconic love story. Catch it at the Festival Theatre Edinburgh in April.
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Caitlin Cook: The Writing on the Stall
Caitlin Cook’s hit bathroom graffiti musical, has quickly become a comedic, musical, and theatrical sensation. Catch it at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 23rd April!
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Looking For Me Friend: The Music of Victoria Wood
Looking For Me Friend is a funny and touching musical tribute to the much-loved and sorely missed national treasure, Victoria Wood! Catch it at the Traverse Theatre in April!
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A Little Inquest Into What We Are All Doing Here
In 2022 a show was cancelled while it was still in rehearsal. A Little Inquest Into What We Are All Doing Here is a show about censorship and freedom of expression.
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Alexander Bennett: Emotional Daredevil
Award nominated comedian and hilariously sentimental cynic Alexander Bennett brings his new show 'Emotional Daredevil' to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Thursday 24th April.
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British Business Awards
The British Business Awards is taking place at the EICC on Thursday 24th April. It's the largest business dinner in the UK and will be hosted by A-list comedian Rob Brydon!
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Great Big Knockers
Jukebox Bingo presents Great Big Knockers: a night of music and high jinks for the Knockengorroch Festival, featuring Jemima Thewes and Nikki Kent.
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How You Can Make the World a Radically Better Place, with Rutger Bregman
This April, Rutger Bregman comes to the Assembly Rooms to convince us that in our age of crisis, we need to stop wasting our talent in jobs that solely provide personal enrichment.
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Joan As Police Woman
Highly acclaimed American songwriter Joan As Police Woman returns to Edinburgh for a show at The Caves on Thursday 24th April!
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Matt Carmichael ‘Dancing With Embers’ Album Launch
Join us at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 24th April for the launch of Matt Carmichael's new album 'Dancing With Embers'!
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Mujie Yan plays Handel and Rameau
Join the Institut français d’Écosse for this concert at St Cecilia’s Hall on 24th April, as Mujie Yan guides us through a captivating harpsichord programme!
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Skerryvore
As they close in on celebrating their 20th year as a band, Skerryvore limber up by returning to Livingston’s Howden Park Centre for a series of intimate gigs in April!
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South Asian Coins in Museums and Proactive Repatriation and Justice-Seeking
Join the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland on 24th April at Augustine United Church for two special history talks and our Spring Election event!
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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 Selibi!
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90s Silent Disco
After selling out the first show in Edinburgh Assembly Rooms, the spectacular 90s Silent Disco returns on Friday 25th April.
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Absolute Elvis With Johnny Lee Memphis
Elvis Tribute Act Johnny Lee Memphis is the official and current World Cup and European Elvis Tribute Champion and you can catch him at the Reconnect Regal Theatre on April 25th!
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California Love - Old School Hip Hop & R&B Party
Get ready to step back in time and relive the golden era of hip hop & R'N'B at La Belle Angele on Friday 25th April!
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Candlelight Double Bill - ‘Einaudi’s Piano’ and ‘Romantic Piano Duets’
Bag yourself an amazing value package of candlelight concerts, with 2 shows for the price of 1 at St Vincent's Chapel, Edinburgh on April 25th!
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Candlelight Double Bill - ‘Romantic Piano Duets’ and ‘Goldberg Variations’
Bag yourself an amazing value package of candlelight concerts, with 2 shows for the price of 1 at St Vincent's Chapel, Edinburgh on April 25th!
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Deeper Purple
If you like your music loud and proud the Deeper Purple show produces the most authentic tribute to the Classic Rock giants, don't miss it at The Voodoo Rooms on Friday 25th April!
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Guid Crack: Wicked Ways Into Fame and Fortune
Join guest storyteller Riikka Palonen for another session of Edinburgh’s monthly storytelling club held upstairs in the Waverley Bar on Friday 25th April!
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Moulin Rouge! The Musical!
Pop the champagne and prepare for the spectacular spectacular as Moulin Rouge! The Musical begins its World Tour at Edinburgh Playhouse from April 2025!
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Nearly Dan
Nearly Dan: The Spirit & Sound of Steely Dan are real treat for all music lovers and an unmissable concert for any aspiring musician young or old, catch them at The Liquid Room on 25th April.
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Piano by Candlelight - ‘Goldberg Variations’ (feat. Bach Toccata & Fugue)
Usher Hall emerging artist Matthew Shiel presents relaxing evening of Johann Sebastian Bach's iconic masterpieces and Classic FM favourites!
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Pomegranates Festival
The Traditional Dance Forum of Scotland presents its fourth Pomegranates Festival which will run from Friday 25th to Wednesday 30th April 2025 at various venues across Edinburgh.
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Pop Divas Silent Disco!
Get ready for the ultimate Pop Divas Silent Disco as Silent Knights return to Leith Arches on Friday 25th April!
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Romantic Piano Duets by Candlelight
Don't miss Australian-British piano duo Matthew Shiel and Kathy Chow play popular favourites for piano duet by candlelight at St Vincents Chapel Edinburgh on 25th April!
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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Mozart’s Requiem
Principal Guest Conductor Patrick Hahn joins the RSNO Chorus and a terrific team of guest singers to bring the legend of Mozart's Requiem to life!
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Swing That Music with Down for the Count All-Stars
Join the UK’s hardest swinging band Down for the Count All-Stars for “one hellova celebration of vintage music” (TimeOut London) – it’s time to Swing That Music!
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The Lindisfarne Story
Founder member Ray Laidlaw and former front man Billy Mitchell are bringing a new instalment of The Lindisfarne Story The Pleasance Edinburgh on Friday 25th April.
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The Specials Ltd
Celebrate the 45th anniversary of the The Specials' classic #1 single 'Too Much Too Young' with a night of music from The Specials Ltd at La Belle Angele on 25th April!
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Tombeau: Couperin & Ravel
By presenting this 20th century suite alongside the Baroque music and dance that inspired it, we hope to give the audience a unique insight into Maurice Ravel’s creative process.
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Alex Kealy: The Fear
Alex Kealy is taking his new stand-up show about fear on a national tour with a date at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 26th April!
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Bach and Vivaldi Violin Concertos by Candlelight
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform a selection of Vivaldi and Bach's magnificent concertos in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles' Cathedral!
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Goldberg Variations by Candlelight
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional early evening piano recital at the beautiful candlelit venue of St Giles' Cathedral!
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Gypsy Pistoleros
Dreadnoughtrock welcome back the very unique and brilliant Gypsy Pistoleros on Saturday 26th April.
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Jah Wobble’s Metal Box - Rebuilt in Dub
Don't miss former Public Image Ltd bassist Jah Wobble as he revisits old stomping ground on new studio album Metal Box: Rebuilt in Dub!
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Lothian Gaelic Choir Spring Concert
Join the Lothian Gaelic Choir in their 40th anniversary year for an evening of Gaelic song along with guest soloists, the James Gilliespies' Gaelic Choir on Saturday 26 April!
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Penelope Trappes + support
Brighton-based Australian Penelope Trappes is a vocalist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist and she brings her UK tour to The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh on 26th April!
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Portobello Grand Reggae Ball with Messenger Soundsystem - Part 3
Edinburgh Dub Club and Messenger join forces once again for the Portobello Grand Reggae Ball - Part 3 in the historic Portobello Town Hall on Saturday 26th April!
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Robert Jon & The Wreck
Californian Southern rockers Robert Jon & The Wreck return to the UK for a Spring Tour with a date at The Liquid Room on 26th April!
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The Cavern Beatles
Take a Magical 'History' Tour through the works of the greatest pop music phenomenon when The Cavern Beatles perform at The Assembly Rooms on Saturday 26th April!
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The Chicago Blues Brothers - Respect Tour
The Chicago Blues Brothers have put the band back together to bring you their RESPECT greatest hit’s tour. Catch them at the Usher Hall on Saturday 26th April.
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Cirqulation: Heritage
The show family-friendly show in all discipline circus presents new acts by established and emerging circus artists from across Scotland.
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ETTE + Aino Elina Stripped!
Join ETTE plus Aino Elina for Stripped!, a quiet live music club at The Outhouse on Sunday April 27th!
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Heart of Midlothian Football Club Player of the Year 2024-2025
Heart of Midlothian’s Player of the Year awards return on Sunday 27th April at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre!
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The Prat Pack
Four of the country's greatest comedy entertainers, Bradley Walsh, Shane Richie, Joe Pasquale and Brian Conley, will bring The Prat Pack, packed with laughs and songs, to Edinburgh in April!
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Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series - The Harris Quartet
Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral on Monday 28th April as part of the Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series!
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Joe Kent-Walters: Frankie Monroe in Progress
Dust off your Clarks shoes and get ready for Frankies biggest show yet at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Monday 28th April!
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Molly McGuiness: SLOB (WIP)
Molly McGuinness, a Salford-born comedian whose natural warmth conceals razor-sharp working class observations, brings her WIP show to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 28th April!
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Sibel Tuzun UK Tour
The legendary Sibel Tüzün, one of Turkey’s most iconic and powerful voices, is coming to The Voodoo Rooms in Edinburgh on Monday 28th April as part of her exclusive Ramadan Feast UK Tour!
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When We Were Young
When We Were Young is both a hilarious and nostalgic look back to 1990s Glasgow as well as a heartbreaking story of stolen youth. Catch it at the Howden Park Centre on 28th April!
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Beltane Fire Festival
Beltane Fire Festival returns on 30th April 2025. Join us for an immersive experience of revelry as we light the fires on Calton Hill!
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Brown Horse
Catch Brown Horse, a Norwich-based country rock band, when they play The Voodoo Rooms on Wednesday April 30th!
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Roger Daltrey
Legendary rock singer Roger Daltrey will bring his special solo tour packed with classic The Who songs, solo hits and his now-famous Q&A sessions to Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Wednesday 30th April!
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Toots And The Maytals Feat. Leba Hibbert
The Toots and the Maytals legacy lives on with Toots' daughter, Leba Hibbert, now fronting the band. They return for a UK tour including a show at The Queens Hall on April 30th!
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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:
Aled Jones
Prepare to hear Aled Jones as you've never heard him before when he brings his Full Circle tour to Eastwood Park Theatre on Saturday 12th April!
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Dirty Dancing & The Movies Tribute Night
Join Dalmeny Park House Hotel for their Dirty Dancing & The Movies Tribute Night on Friday 18th April!
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The Cher & Tina Turner Tribute Night
Turn back time and relive the golden age of pop and rock with an unforgettable evening of great music when Whitecraigs Rugby Club hosts a Cher & Tina Turner Tribute Night!
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Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Royal Marines Band Present: Cabaret at the Carnegie
Join us at Carnegie Hall and immerse yourself in the magic of “Cabaret at the Carnegie,” where the music takes centre stage in an unforgettable celebration of talent and creativity.
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Why Not? Musical Theatre Company presents: Chicago
Why Not? Musical Theatre Company's production of Chicago comes to Carnegie Hall in April.
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The Story of Guitar Heroes
If you like music and guitars you will LOVE this show... don't miss 'The Story of Guitar Heroes' when it comes to the Adam Smith Theatre on 5th April!
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:
Glasgow 850
2025 will be a big year for Glasgow as we celebrate the city's 850th birthday. It's a milestone and everyone who has or does call Glasgow home is invited to the party!
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La Dolce Vita Swing Collective
Edinburgh-based swing band, La Dolce Vita Swing Collective renowned for their fun laid back approach to the swing jazz sound are heading to Bishopbriggs in April!
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Nearly Dan: The Spirit & Sound of Steely Dan
Nearly Dan: The Spirit & Sound of Steely Dan are real treat for all music lovers and an unmissable concert for any aspiring musician young or old, catch them at Oran Mor on April 26th!
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Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
RAER Bar Night - We’re Going To Jackton
Dust off your boots and hats and join Jackton Distillery on April 12th for a night of country music, dancing, and great drinks!
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Jane McCarry: Live
Don't miss a marvelous evening with the brilliantly funny Jane McCarry, best known for her iconic role as Isa in the hit BBC series Still Game, at Cumbernauld New Town Hall on Saturday 5th April!
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National Theatre Live: The Importance of Being Earnest
Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde's most celebrated comedy being screened at Airdrie Town Hall!
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Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
The Marley Experience
The Marley Experience, the No.1 Tribute to the late great King of Reggae Music the legendary Bob Marley, return to the Bungalow Paisley on Saturday 5th April!
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Sam Newbould Quintet
The Sam Newbould Quintet is an award winning five piece international line-up emerging from the vibrant Amsterdam jazz scene, don't miss them live at Beacon Arts Centre on Tuesday 8th April.
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80s & 90s Nostalgia Boogie
Relive some of the biggest hits from the 80s & 90s with the Glynhill Hotel's resident DJ, who will have you on the dance floor from start to finish!
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:
Golden Hum presents Linus Vandewolken & Adam Stafford plus guests
Join Golden Hum at Creative Stirling for an evening of unforgettable music featuring Linus Vandewolken of Belgium, Adam Stafford & Friends on Tuesday 8th April!
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Tim Rice - My Life in Musicals - I Know Him so Well
Sir Tim Rice, the multi-award-winning, internationally renowned lyricist, brings his extraordinary live musical theatre event, My Life In Musicals – I Know Him So Well to The Albert Halls Stirling!
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The Supernaturals
The Supernaturals, a five piece guitar-based indie rock band from Glasgow, will play the Tolbooth Stirling on Friday 11th April!
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Jane McCarry: Live
Don't miss a marvelous evening with the brilliantly funny Jane McCarry, best known for her iconic role as Isa in the hit BBC series Still Game, at The Park Hotel on Saturday 12th April!
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Jane McCarry: Live
Don't miss a marvelous evening with the brilliantly funny Jane McCarry, best known for her iconic role as Isa in the hit BBC series Still Game, at Ayr Town Hall on Thursday 24th April!
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High Voltage AC/DC Tribute
AC/DC Tribute High Voltage will bring their high-octane experience, dedicated to capturing the raw power and timeless energy of Bon Scott era AC/DC, to The Park Hotel on Saturday 26th April!
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