December at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
From a Christmas Cabaret to a Hogmanay Ball, discover Virgin Hotels Edinburgh's festive events this December!
Article Source: Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Last Updated: 3 December 2024 13:06
COMMONS CLUB: Chefs Table Great Britain - December (every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 7pm)
• Join us in December, when Chef de Cuisine Emma Hanley presents a Great Britain menu, where each course has been crafted to honour tradition while embracing creativity, ensuring a memorable dining experience that connects you to the heart of British cuisine.
• Prices: £75pp
• Venue: Commons Club Restaurant
• Booking: View menu and book here
COMMONS CLUB: New Bar Menu - Daily from 12pm until 9:30pm
• Discover a new taste of Edinburgh's Old Town. Our new bar menu is the perfect match for your favourite cocktail. Indulge in mouthwatering spiced chicken sliders, savour a charcuterie and cheese board with a glass of wine, or explore a range of tempting light bites.
• Prices: From £12
• Venue: Commons Club Bar
• Booking: View menu and book here
• Notes: Commons Club Bar is booked on a first come first served basis
EVE: A Taste of Italy, In the heart of Edinburgh - December (daily from 12pm - 9.30pm)
• Introducing the new Italian Menu in Eve. Inspired by the rich Italian heritage of our Executive Chef and Food & Beverage Manager, Eve is bringing a taste of Italy to Edinburgh’s Cowgate. From Authentic, soulful dishes to perfectly paired wines and handcrafted cocktails, every detail celebrates the traditions and flavours of Italy in the vibrant, laid-back atmosphere that Eve is loved for.
• Available for both Lunch and Dinner
• Prices: From £11
• Venue: Eve Restaurant
• Booking: View menu and book here
GREYFRIARS HALL: Make The Yultide Gay: A Christmas Cabaret - Saturday 21st December at 7pm
• Join us on Saturday 21st December for Make the Yuletide Gay, hosted by Edinburgh’s Triple Threat Alicia Tryde and showcasing some of Scotland’s biggest and brightest stars. Expect drag, burlesque, cabaret, live vocals, DJs and a whole host of Christmas spirit - what better way to kickstart the festive season?
• Prices: £6.13
• Venue: Greyfriars Hall
• Booking: Here
GREYFRIARS HALL: The Little Penguins Afternoon - Friday 27th December 12pm - 2.30pm
• This Christmas Holidays, join us for a delightful adventure inspired by Julia Donaldson’s enchanting tale, Jonty Gentoo – The Adventures of a Penguin, in collaboration with Edinburgh Zoo.
• Prices: Tickets are £35 an adult and Kids £20
• Venue: Greyfriars Hall
• Booking: Here
EVE: Hogmanay Time Machine - Wednesday 31st December 10pm - 1:30am
• Step into a Hogmanay Time Machine & travel back in time with us to the 70s, 80s, and 90s. Ring in 2025 and get ready to dance the night away to all your favourite hits as we transform Eve into a party palace!
• Prices: Tickets starting at £21.84 (Super Early Bird)
• Venue: Eve
• Booking: Here
GREYFRIARS HALL: Hogmanay Ball - Wednesday 31st December 7pm - 1am
• No one does Hogmanay like Edinburgh. Bring in the New Year like only the Scots can, with a sumptuous 4-course meal, piper, ceilidh, and a live band to see you through to the bells, all in our stunning Greyfriars Hall.
• Prices: £220pp
• Venue: Greyfriars Hall
• Booking: More information here. For bookings, please inquire with our sales team at sales.edinburgh@virginhotels.com
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