LIST YOUR EVENT FOR FREE

Outdoor Events in Edinburgh in October 2024

Scroll down to view the events taking place in Edinburgh during October 2024, or use the filters to narrow down the results.

Events in Edinburgh

Personal PhotoShoot Experience

1st November 2023 - 1st November 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Join professional local photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh's Old Town for your Personal PhotoShoot Experience! It's a fun outdoor experience perfect for couples, families and solo travelers alike.

READ MORE

Photography Tuition in Edinburgh’s Old Town

1st November 2023 - 1st November 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Learn to use your camera in one of the most beautiful cities in the world from a working photographer and film maker! Perfect for solo travellers, couples and families.

READ MORE

Leith Market

Selected dates between 1st December 2023 - 28th December 2024

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

READ MORE

Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!

READ MORE

Edinburgh Farmers Market

Selected dates between 1st January 2024 - 21st December 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Experience Edinburgh's original and award winning Farmers' Market at Castle Terrace every Saturday from 9am - 2pm!

READ MORE

Grassmarket Market

Selected dates between 1st January 2024 - 28th December 2024

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

READ MORE

Stockbridge Market

Selected dates between 1st January 2024 - 22nd December 2024

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

READ MORE

West Linton Market

Selected dates between 2nd March 2024 - 7th December 2024
West Linton

A monthly market for West Linton, held on the first Saturday of the month, showcasing artisan foods, produce and crafts!

READ MORE

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Humbie Dean

Selected dates between 20th March 2024 - 2nd October 2024
Various Locations East Lothian

Come and visit Humbie Dean, a two-acre ornamental and woodland garden sandwiched between two burns at 600 feet with interest throughout a long season!

READ MORE

BMX Lessons

Selected dates between 11th May 2024 - 12th November 2024
Leith

The Scottish BMX School is offering BMX lessons for kids of all ages, currently being held at Victoria Park in Leith.

READ MORE

Daring & Delicious - Private Walking Tour

18th July 2024 - 27th October 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Come to wander through the secret alleyways of old Edinburgh - come to listen, come to share your own daring stories. This private tour is unmissable!

READ MORE

Daring Women of Edinburgh - A Walking Tour of Our History

Selected dates between 19th July 2024 - 26th October 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Come on this walking tour and gain a unique insight into some of the daring women in Edinburgh's history!

READ MORE

Dare to be Wild - Outdoor Workshop

Selected dates between 20th July 2024 - 19th October 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Do you dare to embrace your wild nature? Come to feel the incredible power of nature with Annabel Allen, your nature guide!

READ MORE

Dare to Rethink Edinburgh - A Quirky Walking Tour

Selected dates between 21st July 2024 - 27th October 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Join Daring Women's upbeat Edinburgh female guide for a bit of unusual history and a bit of daring rethinking. All outrageous ideas are welcome!

READ MORE

Dare to Spark Change - Outdoor Workshop

Selected dates between 27th July 2024 - 26th October 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Let's light the spark to lead to positive change. Annabel Allen, the workshop facilitator, welcomes you to unleash your creativity to come up with fresh ideas for change!

READ MORE

Pedal 4 Poverty

1st August 2024 - 31st October 2024
Nationwide

Wherever you are and whatever the distance, join EMMS International in their cycling challenge this August, September and October!

READ MORE

Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends

15th August 2024 - 26th October 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Dive into Edinburgh's darker corners on a thrilling 2-hour walk exploring the city's most bone-chilling legends.

READ MORE

Scottish Geology Festival

1st September 2024 - 6th October 2024
Nationwide

Learn about the incredible stories hidden within Scotland's rocks when the Scottish Geology Festival returns for 2024 between September 1st and October 6th!

READ MORE

Green Explorers

Selected dates between 8th September 2024 - 8th December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Adventure, exploration, play and fun awaits for all 8-12 year olds on an Green Explorers day, running monthly with award-winning Edinburgh charity The Green Team!

READ MORE

Newhailes Market

Selected dates between 21st September 2024 - 20th April 2025

Come along to Newhailes monthly market where you'll find a fine selection of handmade goods; from jams and chutneys to pies and candles!

READ MORE

From Burgh to Bank Walking Tour

Selected dates between 2nd October 2024 - 30th October 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

How much can one King change a country? Find out on this walking tour with your guide from the Museum on the Mound!

READ MORE

Autumn Forest Bathing Walk at Hermitage of Braid Nature Reserve

6th October 2024

Come along on a guided Autumn Forest Bathing Walk with Nature for Wellness on Sunday 6th October and allow nature to nurture your mind and body!

READ MORE

Green Explorers: FREE EVENT for 8-12 year olds

13th October 2024
Edinburgh South

This October, award-winning outdoor charity The Green Team, will be exploring Redford Woods in Edinburgh and we’d love you to join us (if you're 8-12 years old)!

READ MORE

October Half Term Holiday Camps

14th October 2024 - 18th October 2024

Let your child discover adventure this October at The Wild Outdoors camps nestled in the breathtaking grounds of St. Georges School!

READ MORE

The Big Draw at Lauriston Castle

Selected dates between 14th October 2024 - 18th October 2024

Where better to explore this year’s Big Draw than the amazing grounds of Lauriston Castle?

READ MORE

Forest Bathing Walk - Vogrie Country Park

Selected dates between 19th October 2024

Join Rosie from Wild Rose Forest Therapy on a soothing mindful guided walk in Vogrie Country Park! It's a great opportunity to get away from the hectic buzz of daily life.

READ MORE

Intro to Navigation: Pentland Hills

20th October 2024
Edinburgh South

Enjoy a moderate hill walk over the Pentland Hills on Sunday 20th October with frequent stops for navigation legs!

READ MORE

Hallowhailes: Haunted Halloween Trail

26th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Come and visit Newhailes House and Gardens Haunted Woodland this Halloween and get spooked on our eerie trail!

READ MORE

Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Macastory’s Caddie Capers

26th October 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Explore the tales of Old Edinburgh with the street caddies Ron and Fergus on this family-friendly walking tour with the ever-entertaining Macastory!

READ MORE

Autumn Fungi Walk at Hopetoun

27th October 2024

Join us for a delightful autumn stroll through the scenic Hopetoun Grounds on Sunday 27th October, where you’ll discover the incredible variety of fungi that flourish here.

READ MORE

Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Botanics Storytelling Day - Story Walks

27th October 2024

Join storytellers Allison Galbraith, David Hughes and Alette Willis to explore the Royal Botanic Gardens, unearthing stories along the way, for an afternoon of fun and magic!

READ MORE

Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Botanics Storytelling Day: Stories of the Underwood

27th October 2024

Join a range of amazing storytellers for an afternoon of fun and magic for all ages at the Royal Botanic Gardens as part of Scottish International Storytelling Festival on 27th October!

READ MORE

Tree-mendous Walk

27th October 2024

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Hopetoun Grounds this autumn with a guided walk that explores the fascinating ecology and folklore of this historic landscape’s trees.

READ MORE

Wild Woman Autumn Celebrating Samhain

27th October 2024

Join Nature for Wellness for a truly magical Samhain event, a time to honour the turning of the Wheel of the Year, reconnect with the earth, and tap into the strength within ourselves!

READ MORE

Sponsored Links

Chilcren's Classic Concerts
Hilton Glasgow
Makers Market The Lothians
Fayre Play
Open Pass Scotland
Edinburgh Cocktail Week
Escape The Past

Outdoor Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Big Barrhead Halloween Parade

Big Barrhead Halloween Parade

26th October 2024

Get ready for a spooktacular evening on Saturday 26th October as the annual Big Barrhead Halloween Parade returns, packed with fun for the whole family!

READ MORE
The Big Barrhead Scarecrow Festival

The Big Barrhead Scarecrow Festival

12th October 2024 - 26th October 2024

All About Barrhead have announced that their Big Barrhead Scarecrow Festival is making a return for 2024 and they're inviting all residents and businesses within the town to take part!

READ MORE
Giffnock Litter Pickers

Giffnock Litter Pickers

Selected dates between 6th January 2024 - 29th December 2024

Join the Giffnock Litter Pickers on Saturday mornings through the year and help remove litter from the streets of Giffnock!

READ MORE

Outdoor Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Galaween Ghostal Path

Galaween Ghostal Path

26th October 2024

After an amazing first event in 2023, Galaween Ghostal Path is coming back bigger and better for 2024!

READ MORE
Walk for Parkinson’s: Lochore Meadows

Walk for Parkinson’s: Lochore Meadows

6th October 2024

Whatever your reason. Whoever you walk for. Join Parkinson's UK at Lochore Meadows on 6th October and help raise vital funds for research into better treatments and hopefully, one day a cure.

READ MORE
Solar Cinema Screenings

Solar Cinema Screenings

Selected dates between 20th September 2024 - 26th October 2024

For the first time, St Andrews Botanic Garden will host Solar Cinema events for the whole family, showcasing popular films using solar-powered projection.

READ MORE

Outdoor Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Pollok United Community Football Sessions

Pollok United Community Football Sessions

Selected dates between 29th October 2023 - 22nd December 2024

Join Pollok United at Nethercraigs every Sunday for their Community Football Sessions, and get your child started on their football journey in a friendly and fun environment!

READ MORE
Spooktacular Spooky Paddle

Spooktacular Spooky Paddle

25th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

Are you afraid of the dark? Join West End Adventure this Halloween for a spooky moonlit paddle along a 250 year old working canal!

READ MORE
National Fungus Day Foray

National Fungus Day Foray

5th October 2024

Join in as we explore the woods looking for these weird and wonderful organisms that can provide food, while others can be deadly!

READ MORE

Outdoor Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Pumpkin Festival at M&D’s

Pumpkin Festival at M&D’s

5th October 2024 - 27th October 2024

The annual Pumpkin Festival at M&D’s is a fantastic experience for the whole family featuring Pumpkin picking, Halloween themed games, spooky storytelling and more!

READ MORE
October School Holiday Activities at Summerlee Museum

October School Holiday Activities at Summerlee Museum

12th October 2024 - 20th October 2024

Entertain the kids with family activities over the October school holidays at Summerlee Museum!

READ MORE
Outbreak Presents… Freak Show - Look Into My Eyes

Outbreak Presents… Freak Show - Look Into My Eyes

4th October 2024 - 31st October 2024

Outbreak, M&D's outdoor scare attraction, is back for 2024 with a brand new experience... Freak Show - Look Into My Eyes!

READ MORE

Outdoor Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Birding For Beginners

Birding For Beginners

20th October 2024

Are you new to birdwatching or interested in taking it up? Join the team at RSPB Lochwinnoch for the ideal workshop to introduce beginners to this fantastic hobby!

READ MORE
Browns Lane Market

Browns Lane Market

Selected dates between 12th October 2024 - 21st December 2024

Paisley's artisan market, Browns Lane Market, showcases a wide range of hand made crafts, food and drink from a whole host of local creatives and producers!

READ MORE
Paisley Farmers Market

Paisley Farmers Market

Selected dates between 27th January 2024 - 14th December 2024

Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Paisley Town Centre on the second and last Saturdays of each month!

READ MORE

Outdoor Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Scotland’s National Hero

Scotland’s National Hero

10th February 2024 - 27th October 2024

Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.

READ MORE
Forest Spooktacular

Forest Spooktacular

26th October 2024

Join Flowers & Pebbles Childminding & Outdoor Play for a Forest Spooktacular held outdoors in Coilhallan Woods on Saturday 26th October!

READ MORE
Stargazing at Mugdock

Stargazing at Mugdock

Selected dates between 4th October 2024

Learn some fascinating facts about space then search the skies for constellations and planets at Mugdock Country Park.

READ MORE

Events in Other Areas

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Selected dates between 7th January 2024 - 22nd December 2024

Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!

READ MORE
Kilmarnock Farmers Market

Kilmarnock Farmers Market

Selected dates between 17th February 2024 - 21st December 2024

Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!

READ MORE
Largs Market

Largs Market

Selected dates between 2nd March 2024 - 21st December 2024

You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!

READ MORE
BLIGHT - Halloween Scare Trail

BLIGHT - Halloween Scare Trail

10th October 2024 - 3rd November 2024

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!

READ MORE
Kelburn’s Halloween Pumpkin Party

Kelburn’s Halloween Pumpkin Party

12th October 2024 - 20th October 2024

Get ready for a frightfully fun time as Kelburn's Halloween Pumpkin Party returns this October with thrilling activities for all ages!

READ MORE

Sponsored Links

Hilton Glasgow
Renfrewshire Council
Edinburgh Dungeons
National Trust
ATG
Parkdean
Kids Pass

Sponsored Links

Chilcren's Classic Concerts
Hilton Glasgow
Makers Market The Lothians
Fayre Play
Open Pass Scotland
Edinburgh Cocktail Week
Escape The Past
Hilton Glasgow
Renfrewshire Council
Edinburgh Dungeons
National Trust
ATG
Parkdean
Kids Pass

Popular Events

A Play, A Pie and A Pint
A popular feature of the Traverse programme, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, Òran Mór returns in October 2024.
Dusherra 2024
Dusherra, the flagship annual event of the Scottish Indian Arts Forum, returns on 19th October at the top of Calton Hill, marking its 30th anniversary!
Halloween Fireworks Nights
Conifox Adventure Park is back with a bang this autumn with their Halloween Fireworks Nights!
Edinburgh Santa Fun Run & Walk
Edinburgh Santa Fun Run & Walk is celebrating 20 incredible years and we are ready to welcome our Santa’s back to West Princes Street Gardens for our much loved family fundraising event!
The Night Market UK - Edinburgh Christmas Special
The Night Market UK are jingling all the way back to the Biscuit Factory Edinburgh on Friday 29th November for their Christmas 2024 event.

Popular Listings

Corn Exchange Haddington Edinburgh Playhouse Festival Theatre Edinburgh Howden Park Centre Livingston Kings Theatre Edinburgh National Museum of Scotland O2 Academy Edinburgh The Brunton Theatre, Musselburgh Traverse Theatre Usher Hall