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Events in Edinburgh This Weekend

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Events in Edinburgh

Live music at Bar 13

30th November 2023 - 30th November 2024

Join us early evening at Bar 13 for live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with Rory & The Island!

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Daily Tours at St Giles’ Cathedral

10th December 2023 - 1st December 2024

Join a volunteer guide for a 45 min to 1 hour glimpse into the history, heraldry and life of our historic Cathedral and Thistle Chapel!

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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!

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Escape the Past: The Anatomist

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2024

Descend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.

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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs

19th January 2024 - 20th December 2024

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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Maps: Memories from the Second World War

9th March 2024 - 26th January 2025

Through personal stories, photography and memorabilia, this exhibition at the National War Museum charts the creation and use of maps during the Second World War.

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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland

30th March 2024 - 30th April 2025

The National Library of Scotland's permanent exhibition provides a unique insight into Scotland’s history, culture and people and its place in the world.

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Cab-arette Showtour

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

Enjoy a unique comedy musical Showtour in a taxi... be driven around Edinburgh, whilst entertained by Lola and her variety of characters!

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Art Classes for Adults and Kids

13th May 2024 - 20th December 2024

Join Livia for these fun, informal, chilled and small painting classes for adult and kids at Cramond Kirk Hall.

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Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Drop-in

1st July 2024 - 23rd December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Every week at various Libraries, trained Macmillan Volunteers offer a friendly listening ear to anyone affected by cancer, including those with a cancer diagnosis, as well as family and friends.

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Cold War Scotland

13th July 2024 - 26th January 2025

Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict.

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Conservation Hangar Talks

1st August 2024 - 30th March 2025

See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.

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The Comedy Cellar at Canon’s Gait

5th September 2024 - 27th July 2025

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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Flamenco Dance Class Programme

9th September 2024 - 28th June 2025

Alba Flamenca's Flamenco dance classes with amazing flamenco dance teachers ready to welcome everyone from beginners to advanced!

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TuFlamenco is Back with More Flamenco Magic! Course 2024/25

9th September 2024 - 15th June 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Ignite your passion with TuFlamenco dance classes for adults and children, now returning bigger and better!

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Edinburgh Steiner Teacher Development

13th September 2024 - 13th September 2025

Edinburgh Steiner School is offering this Teacher Development course starting on 13th September.

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Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland

14th September 2024 - 1st June 2025

Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland celebrates this versatile artform, presenting a selection of works from the City Art Centre’s permanent collection of fine art.

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Theravāda Buddhism

16th September 2024 - 12th January 2025

This thought-provoking exhibition charts the history and influence of the Theravāda Buddhist tradition across the world, including its role in Scotland today.

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pass shadow, whisper shade

18th October 2024 - 22nd December 2024

As a highlight of its 40th anniversary year, Collective Edinburgh is delighted to announce pass shadow, whisper shade - a group show by artists in the 2024 Satellites Programme.

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Everlyn Nicodemus

19th October 2024 - 25th May 2025

Everlyn Nicodemus opens her first retrospective exhibition, at National Galleries of Scotland: Modern One in Edinburgh.

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Showtime @ The Comedy Attic

25th October 2024 - 20th December 2025

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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Stitched: Scotland’s Embroidered Art

25th October 2024 - 18th January 2025

In an exciting collaboration with the National Trust for Scotland, Dovecot Studios is thrilled to present a captivating new exhibition that unveils Scotland’s hidden textile treasures.

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Celebrating 40 Years of Scotland’s Photography Collection

26th October 2024 - 16th March 2025

Discover the stories within the photographs, marvel at historic photographs and visit some famous faces in this eclectic celebration of the nation’s photography collection.

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Cards for Good Causes

28th October 2024 - 19th December 2024

The pop up shop for Cards for Good Causes, the U.K.’s largest charity Christmas card retailer, once again returns to St John's Episcopal Church, Princes Street.

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I am a Rock Exhibition

1st November 2024 - 30th November 2024

This November, Out of the Blueprint are proud to host I Am a Rock: Kathleen and other island stories by Onion Press.

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Michael Craik :: The Space In Between

2nd November 2024 - 30th November 2024

Scottish artist Michael Craik returns for his third solo exhibition at &Gallery from 2nd to 30th November.

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Pop Life

2nd November 2024 - 9th March 2025

Pop Life explores the intersection of popular culture and contemporary figurative drawing, challenging traditional distinctions between high and low art.

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Daring Women of Edinburgh: Private Walking Tours

3rd November 2024 - 5th January 2025
Edinburgh Old Town

Join the lively women’s history guide Annabel on this private walking tour and gain a unique insight into some of the daring women in Edinburgh's history!

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Christmas at Volcano Falls

6th November 2024 - 6th January 2025

Volcano Falls at Fountain Park has the perfect packages for you to celebrate the festive season!

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Cari Grevers Studio Exhibition

8th November 2024 - 21st December 2024

Artist Cari Grevers is holding a small exhibition of her paintings and prints in her art Studio at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall in Leith.

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Friday Friends

8th November 2024 - 13th December 2024

Our Friday Friends programme offers a welcoming space for visually impaired and D/deaf children and their families.

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Jonny Walker: A shard in my eye’

8th November 2024 - 2nd February 2025

Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop is excited to present A shard in my eye’, the new public commission by Jonny Walker for the Hawthornvale Space.

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Dürer to Van Dyck: Drawings from Chatsworth House

9th November 2024 - 23rd February 2025

For the first time ever in Scotland, experience one of the finest and most significant collections of drawings and watercolours direct from Chatsworth in Derbyshire.

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Ptolemy Mann: Woven Colour

9th November 2024 - 15th March 2025

Dovecot Studios is delighted to present artist, Ptolemy Mann, as she returns to Scotland with her new exhibition 'Woven Colour'!

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Through Line

9th November 2024 - 2nd March 2025

Through Line marks the culmination of a series of four group exhibitions at the City Art Centre, spotlighting contemporary art and craft practice in Scotland.

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Whisky Tasting and Tales

12th November 2024 - 12th November 2025

Taste 4 deliciously different whiskies while taking a journey into the history of whisky in Scotland and its profound importance within Scottish culture.

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Longarm Quilting Workshops

14th November 2024 - 30th June 2025

Experience the joy of longarm quilting with a bespoke workshop with professional quilter Claire Sowton at Cloud Quilting!

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Looking for the Seasons

14th November 2024 - 12th January 2025

This exhibition at the SOC in Aberlady presents watercolours by Jonathan Sainsbury, inspired by the iconic Ladybird books series “What to Look for in Winter/Spring/Summer/Autumn”.

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Five Sisters Zoo Christmas Illuminations

15th November 2024 - 23rd December 2024

By popular demand, Five Sisters Zoo's Christmas Illuminations are back this winter with a mesmerizing display of colour and light!

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Brian Henderson at Morningside Gallery: Eye-Line

16th November 2024 - 30th November 2024

Brian Henderson's new solo exhibition 'Eye-Line' is showing in Morningside Gallery along with an auction of one of his paintings to raise funds for a local charity.

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DE:Generation Exhibition

20th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

DE:Generation is an explanation of the decline and regeneration of the urban landscape with Beth Primrose Art, showing at Leith Makers from 20th November.

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Around the World Starflyer

20th November 2024 - 4th January 2025

Try it if you dare! The Starflyer is back at Edinburgh's Christmas giving the finest, and most thrilling, views of the stunning city centre skyline!

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Christmas Tree Maze

20th November 2024 - 24th December 2024

St Andrew Square holds one of the UK’s largest illuminated Christmas Tree trails so come along and get lost in the magic!

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: LNER Big Wheel

20th November 2024 - 4th January 2025

The LNER Big Wheel returns to East Princes Street Gardens to give passengers a unique perspective of our spectacular city!

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Shining a Light: A History of Nursing Support Workers: Exhibition

20th November 2024 - 29th May 2025

Discover the fascinating history of nursing support work and celebrate the contribution that nursing support workers continue to make today.

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Christmas at the Botanics

21st November 2024 - 30th December 2024

Explore the sights and sounds of Christmas in this magical after dark experience when it returns to the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh!

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Castle Of Light

22nd November 2024 - 4th January 2025

Enjoy the Defender of the Nation illuminated in a spectacular after-dark trail when Castle of Light returns with an all-new show for its fifth year at Edinburgh Castle!

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Ice Skating

22nd November 2024 - 4th January 2025
Edinburgh New Town

Get your skates on and glide all the way up and down Edinburgh’s famous George Street on the magnificent alpine ice rink!

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Peter Pan

22nd November 2024 - 31st December 2024

This Panto season, Reconnect Theatres present 'Peter Pan' at the Howden Park Centre!

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Cinderella

23rd November 2024 - 31st December 2024

Join returning panto favourites Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young with a new magical pantomime for all the family at the Festival Theatre!

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Santa’s Stories

23rd November 2024 - 24th December 2024

Santa is back at Edinburgh's Christmas this year! Make your little one's day and bring them along to our Santa Experience in St Andrew's Square!

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Castle Street Christmas Market

25th November 2024 - 22nd December 2024
Edinburgh New Town

Castle Street Christmas Market returns in 2024, providing everyone with something special to buy and enjoy.

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: The Polar Ice Bar

25th November 2024 - 4th January 2025
Edinburgh New Town

Take some time to ‘chill’ at the Polar Ice Bar, the coolest bar in the city, where your table, chairs and glasses are sculpted entirely from ice.

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Night Family Christmas Party at Little Plaza - with Flexible Childcare Support

25th November 2024 - 22nd December 2024

A magical way to celebrate the festive season, the Night Family Christmas Party at Little Plaza offers a cosy, fun-filled evening for families with young children!

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Elf: The Musical

26th November 2024 - 30th November 2024

A-Team Productions, an Edinburgh based performing arts charity, presents Elf: The Musical at Church Hill Theatre from 27th to 30th November!

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Crafts for Christmas

27th November 2024 - 30th November 2024

Don't miss a great opportunity to purchase unique, hand-made gifts for Christmas and support a good cause - Mary's Meals.

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Festive Christmas Wreath Workshop

27th November 2024 - 30th November 2024

Join Caroline at Joy Revival Design Studio this November and learn to make your own Christmas Wreath!

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Little Red Robin Hood - The Pantomime

27th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

Join Happy Sad Productions in Sharewood Forest, Naughtyham for a fairy tale filled family adventure!

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Emily Sutton’s Toy Shop

28th November 2024 - 21st December 2024

This December, The Scottish Gallery is delighted to present a special installation exhibition by Emily Sutton.

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Ocean Terminal Christmas Market

28th November 2024 - 22nd December 2024

LocalMotive Markets will be running yet another magical Christmas Market at the Ocean Terminal Shopping on a number of dates from the end of November!

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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Edinburgh

28th November 2024 - 24th December 2024

Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Edinburgh, and this year it's even more magical!

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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Livingston

28th November 2024 - 24th December 2024

Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Livingston, and this year it's even more magical!

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The Craft of Couture: Victor Edelstein designs for Anna Miller

28th November 2024 - 1st June 2025

This small display explores the work of fashion designer Victor Edelstein. A favourite of Princess Diana, Edelstein exemplifies the finest British fashion design of the 1980s.

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Treasure Island

28th November 2024 - 4th January 2025

The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh presents another epic story for the whole family - a new re-imagining of esteemed Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson’s adventure story: Treasure Island!

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Coburg House Winter Open Studios

29th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

It's time to open our big red shutter again at Coburg House Art Studios and invite you in for a Winter Open Studios!

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Hope/Dòchas: Castle Mills Members’ Show 4

29th November 2024 - 16th March 2025

This exhibition at Edinburgh Printmakers invites you to explore the many forms hope takes, as demonstrated by over 96 artists and 105 works, the biggest display of members work to date.

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Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair

29th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

Enjoy a wonderful festive shopping experience when the annual Christmas Shopping Fair returns to Hopetoun House from 29th November to 1st December!

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Oor Aladdin

29th November 2024 - 29th December 2024

In this Scottish adaption of an old favourite, we find Aladdin and the MacTwankey family, living in Bathgate with not a penny to their name.

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The Polar Express™ Train Ride Edinburgh

29th November 2024 - 23rd December 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

This November and December join us on board THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride when it returns to Waverley Station!

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WinterFest

29th November 2024 - 5th January 2025

Plan your perfect festive day out and soak up the Christmas spirit at Dalkeith Country Park's WinterFest!

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A Noble Clown

30th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

A Noble Clown, a new solo play written and performed by Michael Daviot, tells the story of Duncan Macrae, long considered Scotland’s greatest actor.

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A World of Winter Wonder

30th November 2024 - 6th January 2025

Step into a world of winter wonder with seasonal activities this Christmas at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh!

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Abbey Strand Art Club

30th November 2024

Do you enjoy getting creative and learning about the past? If so then the Abbey Strand art club could be just for you. Suitable for 7-12 years olds.

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An Evening Of Darts

30th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

An Evening Of Darts comes to the O2 Academy Edinburgh for two nights on Saturday 30th November and Sunday 1st December!

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Annasach’s St Andrews Night Ceilidh

30th November 2024

Join Annasach Ceilidh Band at their informal St Andrew's Night celebration in The Counting House on Saturday 30th November.

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Blazin’ Fiddles with Karen Matheson

30th November 2024

Blazin’ Fiddles - Scottish Folk Band of The Year - return to the Usher Hall for their third annual St Andrew’s night spectacular with very special guest Karen Matheson!

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Boogies BIG Christmas Bash

30th November 2024

Throughout this festive season, experience a premium Christmas bash in the heart of the capital with Forth 1 Radio DJ Boogie!

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Book Launch: Wrath of the Never Queen by Storm Lomax

30th November 2024

Join us at Islander Cafe on 30th November for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate the highly anticipated release of Wrath of the Never Queen by Storm Lomax!

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Breakfast with Santa

30th November 2024 - 22nd December 2024

This festive season, enjoy breakfast with Santa and his elves, and make some magical memories at IKEA Edinburgh!

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Christmas at Leith Makers

30th November 2024 - 31st December 2024

Join us at Leith Makers for our Christmas workshops or find the perfect gift for you and your loved ones with 50 stockist offering a wide range of gorgeous handmade crafts!

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Christmas Craft Fair at The Eric Liddell Community

30th November 2024

Come along to The Eric Liddell Community's Annual Christmas Craft Fair for a festive day filled with holiday cheer!

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Christmas Decorations - Ec-Resin Craft Workshop

30th November 2024

Get into the festive spirit and join Polymorphics on 30th November for a special workshop where you'll immerse yourself in the art of creating eco-resin Christmas decorations.

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Christmas Market and Open Days

30th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

Edinburgh Printmakers will be opening the doors of our historic building Castle Mills to welcome you to a fun-filled weekend of activities, workshops, and our bespoke Christmas Market!

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Christmas Themed Boro Inspired Slow Stitch Workshop

30th November 2024

In this workshop at Dovecot Studios, inspired by Japanese Boro stitching, you will create a small Christmas themed textile guided by Sue, an experienced teacher and textile enthusiast.

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Christmas Unique Handmade Gifts Fair

30th November 2024

Get ready for a festive shopping experience like no other at the Christmas Unique Handmade Gifts Fair at Little Plaza!

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Coca Cola Christmas Truck Tour Edinburgh

30th November 2024

Holidays are coming... come and get your photo taken with the iconic Coca Cola Christmas Truck when it visits Fort Kinnaird, Edinburgh on Saturday 30th November!

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Cold Town House - Brunch with Santa

30th November 2024

Cold Town House are thrilled to bring back their popular Brunch with Santa, but hurry they sell out fast!

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Conifox Christmas Experience

30th November 2024 - 24th December 2024

Conifox Christmas Experience is back for it’s 6th year, with so much more than just Santa's Grotto!

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Corstorphine Festive Wreath Workshops

30th November 2024

Add a touch of homemade charm to your Christmas by taking a wreath-making workshop and create a beautiful 30cm wreath decoration, with naturally sourced materials!

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Debussy’s Romantic Piano by Candlelight: Clair de Lune

30th November 2024

Open your heart and ears to love as award-winning concert pianist Matthew Shiel exposes the scandalous love affairs of the great composers at St Vincent's Chapel.

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Desire

30th November 2024

Desire, the leading lady of iconic LA label Italians Do It Better, plays Sneaky Pete's on Saturday 30th November.

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Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market

30th November 2024

The Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market is the longest running car boot in Edinburgh. Come check us out!

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Edinburgh Farmers Market

30th November 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

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

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Edinburgh Gin Cocktail Tour

30th November 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Discover the best gin in Edinburgh on the Edinburgh Gin Jaunt and savour the city’s diverse gin culture. Book your gin-tinted adventure today!

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Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show

30th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

The Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show is a great way to get your hands on exciting, affordable artworks from some of Scotland’s finest artists.

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Einaudi’s Piano by Candlelight: Spirited Away

30th November 2024

Come along to St Vincent's Chapel for an immersive musical experience inspired by Studio Ghibli’s anime Spirited Away, Einaudi's meditative piano pieces, and Japanese Zen stories!

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Electric Six

30th November 2024

Electric Six are on tour with their brand-new album 'Turquoise' and play The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 30th November!

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Fair Folktales

30th November 2024

Come along to the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 30th November for a drop-in session of traditional tales with storytellers Mark Borthwick and Sarah Wedderburn-Oglivy!

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Festive Makers Market

30th November 2024

Enjoy a unique festive shopping experience at Edinburgh Open Workshop’s Makers Market on 30th November!

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Festive Origami Bauble Workshop with Lind & Lime

30th November 2024

Join Makiko at Lind & Lime on Saturday the 30th of November for this Festive Origami Bauble workshop!

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Festive Wreath Making Workshop with Lind & Lime

30th November 2024

Join us on Saturday the 30th of November at Lind & Lime for a Festive Wreath Making workshop with Suzy from Flower Study!

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Flamenco Dance & Singing Workshop

30th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

Join Alba Flamenca and immerse yourself in the passionate rhythms of flamenco with some vibrant Flamenco workshops!

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Flamenco Live & Tapas

30th November 2024

Alba Flamenca invites you to Live Flamenco dancing & singing while eating tapas on 16th and 30th November at tapas3!

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Frankie Mack: Swingin’ Christmas

30th November 2024

Get ready to jingle and mingle with the pride of Leith, Frankie Mack, as he returns to the Assembly Rooms for another unforgettable night!

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German Christmas Bazaar

30th November 2024

Join the German Speaking Congregation in Edinburgh for their annual German Christmas Bazaar on Saturday 30th November at Laudate Haus!

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Gershwin’s Jazz Piano by Candlelight: Rhapsody in Blue

30th November 2024

Enjoy a swinging, toe-tapping tour of jazz piano including showstoppers Summertime and Rhapsody in Blue by award-winning pianist Matthew Shiel.

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Grassmarket Market

30th November 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!

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Groove Back & Reggaeton Classes for Adults

30th November 2024

Ready to reignite your passion for dance? Our Groove Back and Reggaeton Classes at Blazin Studio are here to help you do just that!

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Hellfekted

30th November 2024

Hellfekted, one of the most ferocious thrash metal acts in the UK scene, play Legends Edinburgh on Saturday 30th November!

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Jewellery Class - Make a set of stacking rings with a gemstone

30th November 2024

Learn to make a set of stacking rings, including one ring with a pretty gemstone, in this workshop run by Ali Bali Jewellery!

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Leith Market

30th November 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!

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Newhailes Christmas Market

30th November 2024

Join us at Newhailes House and Gardens on 30th November for a fabulous Christmas Market with wonderful gifts.

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Preserving for Christmas: Presents & Decorations

30th November 2024

Join the Cyrenians for a fun and creative way to make some homemade gifts for your loved ones this Christmas.

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Puccini Festival

30th November 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Opera Caledonia is delighted to present Puccini Festival 'In Memoria', a day of concerts & events marking the centenary of Puccini's death, on Saturday 30th November at Institut français d'Écosse!

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Reasons to be Cheerful: Artist Bookmakers Exhibition

30th November 2024 - 20th December 2024

This year's artist bookmakers exhibition at Upright Gallery is based on the theme of cheerfulness. Be prepared to raise a smile!

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Santa Paws!

30th November 2024

This festive season, we invite our IKEA Family members to join us outdoors for Santa Paws at IKEA, where your pup gets to meet the big man himself.

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SCO: Piano Concertos by Candlelight - Rach 2

30th November 2024

Matthew Shiel and the Scottish Candlelight Orchestra perform the most romantic and passionate piano concertos ever composed - by candlelight at St Vincent's Chapel on 30th November!

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Scots Music Group Ceilidhs

30th November 2024

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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Scottish Theatre History Weekend - Talks

30th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

Enjoy a weekend of talks and performance exploring Edinburgh’s rich theatre history, presented as part of the Edinburgh 900 celebrations at The Scottish Storytelling Centre!

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Soundhouse: McCreadie/ Stumbras/ Scanroglio/ Galeotti

30th November 2024

For the first time since the pandemic, this group visits Scotland, for a concert that is sure to be as surprising and innovative as it is beautiful and considered.

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Soundhouse: Nicole Smit Quintet

30th November 2024

Enjoy cool, bluesy-textured jazz from the Nicole Smit Quintet at the Traverse Theatre as part of Soundhouse Winter Festival.

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SPOT Edinburgh Winter Market

30th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

Join SPOT for their inaugural Edinburgh Winter Market at Dovecot Studios on Saturday 30th November and Sunday 1st December!

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St Andrew’s Night Ceilidh

30th November 2024

Celebrate St Andrew's at the Grassmarket this year. Where better to celebrate than in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town!

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Straighten Out - Stranglers Tribute

30th November 2024

Straighten out are the No 1 tribute to the Stranglers, don't miss them live at Dreadnought Rock in Bathgate on Saturday 30th November!

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Tapestry Weaving Experience Day

30th November 2024

This tapestry weaving experience day at Dovecot Studios is a rare chance to learn the art of tapestry weaving at the UK’s longest running tapestry studio.

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That 70s Club

30th November 2024

Get your disco shoes ready and join us for a night at La Belle Angele, packed with 70s nostalgia! Fancy dress is highly encouraged.

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The Beatles Marathon UK

30th November 2024

Local bands from Edinburgh are performing every single album by The Beatles, from Please Please Me to Abbey Road, all to support the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation, on Saturday 30th November!

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The Greenhouse

30th November 2024

The Greenhouse is a free space for the community to share hobbies and grow ideas on Saturdays between 9am and 4pm at The Hub.

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The Saturday Show

30th November 2024

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

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The Saturday Show The Early Show!

30th November 2024

Join us at the Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill act show!

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Whisky & Doughnut Pairing: The perfect Scottish Pairing Experience for the Curious Palate

30th November 2024

Join us at Summerhall Distillery for an exclusive experience that marries the refinery of Whisky with the exquisite craft and taste of locally made mouth-watering doughnuts from Considerit.

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Winter Fayre

30th November 2024

Step into a magical world this winter with our Winter Fayre, a special community event co-hosted by WHALE Arts and Starcatchers on 30th November!

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Advent Carol Service

1st December 2024

Enter the season of Advent through a dramatic and awe-inspiring service, filled with candlelight, stirring choral music, and readings, at St Michael and All Saints on 1st December!

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Arthur’s Amble

1st December 2024

Come along for a gentle guided walk around Hunter’s Bog and St. Margaret’s Loch and learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

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Bona Fide

1st December 2024

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

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Book Bonanza Edinburgh

1st December 2024

Welcome to the Edinburgh Book Bonanza! Get ready for a day filled with literary delights in the heart of Edinburgh.

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Christmas @ The Anatomist Escape Room

1st December 2024 - 7th January 2025

Looking for festive fun that's a little different? Gather your team of family, friends or colleagues and head along to Edinburgh's historical escape room!

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Christmas Music Performance

1st December 2024

Join us at IKEA Edinburgh on Sunday 1st December and let the Penicuik Community Choir transport you into the heart of the holiday season!

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Cold Town House - Brunch with Santa

1st December 2024

Cold Town House are thrilled to bring back their popular Brunch with Santa, but hurry they sell out fast!

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Dominic Waxing Lyrical x Mr McFall’s Chamber - POSTPONED

1st December 2024

Dominic Waxing Lyrical returns to the Traverse with long term collaborators Mr McFall’s Chamber on 1st December as part of The Soundhouse Winter Festival.

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Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market

1st December 2024

The Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market is the longest running car boot in Edinburgh. Come check us out!

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Festival Fabric Wreath Making Workshop

1st December 2024

Enjoy a few hours of crafting and make your own fabric wreath for the Christmas season at this fun wreath making class in Edinburgh.

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Ghilie Dhu Christmas Workshop

1st December 2024

Step into the magical world of the Ghillie Dhu with artists Katie Rose and Inês-Hermione Mulford in a delightful art workshop for children at the enchanting Palm House on 1st December!

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Jewellery Class - Make a Sea Glass Ring

1st December 2024

Learn how to make your own sterling silver sea glass ring in this workshop run by Ali Bali Jewellery!

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Lunch with Santa

1st December 2024

This festive season, we invite our IKEA Family members to join Santa for Lunch at IKEA Edinburgh and make some magical memories!

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Makers Market

1st December 2024

Come along to the Makers Market in Portobello Town Hall for a gorgeous selection of handmade products from local makers!

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Meet Mr and Mrs Claus at the Zoo!

1st December 2024 - 24th December 2024

Make your little one's day at Edinburgh Zoo extra special this festive season. Meet Santa Claus and Mrs Claus at our Grotto, which this year will be inside our Budongo Trail building!

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MnB Christmas Craft Market

1st December 2024

MnB is returning to Leith Arches for its first Christmas market on 1st December, showcasing the unique and exceptional work of local artisans, designers, and makers.

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Namaste – A Musical Fusion of Tradition & Innovation

1st December 2024

Join the Kannada Association of Scotland on Sunday 1st December at The Dean, Edinburgh for a magical evening filled with the mesmerizing sounds of Indian music!

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Open Mic - Hosted by Matthew Rhind

1st December 2024

Come along to The Newsroom's Open Mic every Sunday from 3pm and belt your lungs out!

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Origami Christmas Wreaths & Paper Snowflakes

1st December 2024

Learn to fold beautiful Origami Christmas wreaths and snowflakes in this workshop run by Makiko on Sunday 1st December at Portobello Town Hall.

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Portobello Chamber Music Workshop

1st December 2024

Join the Portobello Chamber Music Group for a relaxing Sunday afternoon of classical music, just bring an instrument and a music stand!

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Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra

1st December 2024

Well-known for their energetic live shows don't miss Rob Heron & the Tea Pad Orchestra when they come to The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 1st December!

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Santa Šillere Quintet Feat. Toms Rudzinskis (LV/PL)

1st December 2024

Latvian jazz singer Santa Šillere brings her European concert tour, celebrating her debut album’s "Other Ways" release, to The Jazz Bar Edinburgh on 1st December!

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Scottish Arts Club Christmas Market

1st December 2024

Kick off this festive season by joining Scottish Arts Club on 1st December for a celebration of Scottish creativity and discover unique, handcrafted gifts and original artwork!

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SNJO: Remembering Duke featuring Lucy-Anne Daniels

1st December 2024

Join the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra for Remembering Duke featuring Lucy-Anne Daniels with the Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra!

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Soundhouse: Acolyte

1st December 2024

Catch Acolyte, an Edinburgh-based poetic and psychedelic ensemble, at the Traverse Theatre on 1st December!

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Soundhouse: Hannah Lavery’s Unwritten Women

1st December 2024

Hannah Lavery's Unwritten Women is a poetic and chilling re-telling of Robert Louis Stevenson's Jekyll & Hyde, performed by Hannah Lavery with music by Kate Young.

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Soundhouse: Su-a Lee & Friends

1st December 2024

For this very special show at the Traverse Theatre, Su-a Lee will be joined by three stellar collaborators: Duncan Chisholm, Donald Shaw and Hamish Napier.

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Stockbridge Market

1st 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!

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The Carpenters At Christmas

1st December 2024

Join us the Howden Park Centre on 1st December for an afternoon of Christmas melodies courtesy of the talented Sing a Song and enjoy a 3 course Festive lunch!

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The Christmas Cookie Icing Workshop

1st December 2024

Gather your friends and family for an afternoon filled with laughter, colour, and Christmas spirit at Summerhall Distillery's Christmas Cookie Icing Workshop!

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The Palmerston to host Alex Jackson for ‘pot au feu’ lunch

1st December 2024

On Sunday 1st December, The Palmerston will host its annual guest chef lunch with Alex Jackson (of Leila's Shop, Shoreditch).

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Tom Meighan - Acoustic

1st December 2024

Former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan is bringing his acoustic tour, Raw, to La Belle Angele on Sunday 1st December!

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Leith Makers
St Mary's Music School
Open Pass Scotland
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Renfrewshire Council
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Support The Makers
Fayre Play
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Kids Pass
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Edinburgh Dungeons
Rabbies
Parkdean

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