What's on inEdinburgh


Welcome to Edinburgh

Enjoy a mix of heritage, history, lively arts whilst visiting Edinburgh - our guide to events and days out is just the ticket.

Whether you're looking to brush up on local history at a museum, enjoy local arts, watch some sport, or listen to live music, you're sure to find things to do in Edinburgh to suit all the family, whatever the weather.

Tourist information Edinburgh

Tourist Information

Everything you need to know if you're visiting Edinburgh as a visitor or a resident.

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Forthcoming events in Edinburgh

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The Comedy Lock-in
The Comedy Attic

The Comedy Attic is the citys best‐kept secretan intimate electric venue where anything can happen and no one outside these walls will ever know. Join your razor‐sharp MC Rick Molland a pitch‐perfect masterclass in working a room... Comedy GeniusThe Mumble…

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Heartbreak Tom Petty Show
The Liquid Room,

.Get ready for a night of Full Moon Fever in Edinburgh as fans of the legendary musician Tom Petty gear up to experience the magic of his music live. Heartbreak ‐ The Tom Petty Show will be hitting the Liquid Room on…

TEL: +44(131)2 252564
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Visions of the Passion. Light
The Parish Church Of St Cuthbert

Visions of the Passion. Light is possibly the worlds first work for solo piano based on the Stations of the Cross. Its monumental design and deeply personal expression intertwine to create a powerful listening experience. The work has been commissioned by the…

TEL: 01315 410117
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Elliot Minor at Liquid Room - Edinburgh
The Liquid Room.

.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 2025 added off the back of their instant London sellout. Known for captivating audiences…

TEL: 02072 673939
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25
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Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
St Giles Cathedral

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional early evening piano recital at the beautiful candlelit venue of St Giles Cathedral on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. Featuring renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley‐Smith the programme will include Beethovens masterpiece The Moonlight…

TEL: 03336 664466
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Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
St Giles Cathedral

The exceptional musicians of The Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldis masterpiece The Four Seasons and other magnificent works in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in styleStunning ‐…

TEL: 03336 664466
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Goldberg Variations by Candlelight
St Giles Cathedral

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional early evening piano recital at the beautiful candlelit venue of St Giles Cathedral on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. Featuring a renowned British concert pianist to be announced soon the concert includes J.S.…

TEL: 03336 664466
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Bach and Vivaldi Violin Concertos by Candlelight
St Giles Cathedral

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform a selection of Vivaldi and Bachs magnificent concertos in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in styleStunning ‐ Classic…

TEL: 03336 664466
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Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series
St Giles Cathedral

St Giles Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series. This exciting and prestigious new programme of concerts will feature an exceptional selection of chamber music throughout 2024 covering classical and romantic masterpieces from Beethoven Schubert Brahms Haydn…

TEL: 03333 446250
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World Commerce and Contracting Summit | EMEA 2025
Sheraton Grand Hotel and Spa, Edinburgh,

.We have a stellar agenda in‐store that is guaranteed to inspire inform and empower you as you connect with industry leaders thought innovators and fellow professionals from around the globe.No matter your skill set or experience level WorldCCs 2025 EMEA Summit is…

Category: Business

TEL: 02038 268874
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MAY
Information Lecture:Help and Healing
The Open Door Community Centre

Through the absorption of the divine power many people are experiencing the healing of illnesses and pain that have been declared as incurable by the medical profession. The words of Bruno Groening: There is no incurable God is the greatest physician has…

Category: Miscellaneous

TEL: 07583 741776
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Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series 2024/5
St Giles Cathedral

St Giles Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series. This exciting and prestigious new programme of concerts will feature an exceptional selection of chamber music throughout 2024‐25 covering classical and romantic masterpieces from Beethoven Schubert Brahms Haydn…

TEL: 03333 446250
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MAY
Launch of Hooked: 500 Years of Addiction
Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh

This event celebrates the launch of our new exhibition Hooked: 500 Years of Addiction.The event will begin in our foyer with a reception. You will then have the opportunity to hear two speakers Prof Phil Withington and Prof Gerda Reith. Phil will…

TEL: 01312 257324
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JUN
Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series
St Giles Cathedral

St Giles Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series. This exciting and prestigious new concert series will feature all 32 of Beethovens Piano Sonatas throughout 2024. Featuring exceptional performances from leading UK and international pianists these concerts…

TEL: 03333 446250
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30
JUN
Diagnostic Imaging Update In Edinburgh
InterContinental Edinburgh the George, an IHG Hotel

.Lectures and cases will cover evidence‐based practice techniques and protocols for improved diagnostic accuracy in multiple applications. At the conclusion of this activity participants should be able to:‐Use contemporary imaging techniques and protocols in imaging to accurately diagnose stage and manage diseases‐Explain…

Category: Miscellaneous

TEL: +1-650-44 0-4424
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JUN
The Beethoven Sonatas Royal Mile Piano Series
St Giles Cathedral

St Giles Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series. This exciting and prestigious new concert series will feature all 32 of Beethovens Piano Sonatas throughout 2024‐25. Featuring exceptional performances from leading UK and international pianists these concerts…

TEL: 03333 446250
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JUL
IKEA: Magical Patterns
Dovecot Studios

Magical Patterns explores six decades of groundbreaking textile design by IKEA. The exhibition features 180 iconic fabrics that showcase the rich history of the Swedish furniture retailers commitment to innovation collaboration and experimental design.From the early days of bold patterns introduced by…

Category: Exhibitions

TEL: +44(0)1315 503660
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JUL
Chopin & Champagne by Candlelight
St Giles Cathedral

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral Edinburgh. Renowned British concert pianist Warren Mailley‐Smith will perform an outstanding selection of Chopins much‐loved piano works.FeaturingWarren Mailley‐Smith pianoProgrammeChopin ‐ Ballade No.…

TEL: 03336 664466
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JUL
A Night at the Opera by Candlelight
St Giles Cathedral

Enjoy an exceptional performance of a some of the worlds greatest operatic repertoire. Set in the beautiful candlelit settingSt Giles Cathedral Edinburgh and featuring some of the UKs most accomplished Operatic soloists along with the outstanding musicians of The Piccadilly…

TEL: 03336 664466
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Oasis - Live '25
Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium,

.Oasis: The Murrayfield Stadium Reunion 2025In 2025 the iconic British rock band Oasis will reunite for two highly anticipated nights at Edinburghs Murrayfield Stadium marking a historic return to the stage for the first time in over a decade. This momentous event…

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3 INCHES OF BLOOD downstairs at The Dome - London
The Dome

.£25 adv.7pmPresented by ba‐concerts.com and Georges Grim Gigs.3 INCHES OF BLOODhttps:youtu.beJO7TZGgBbOwinstagram.com3iob3 INCHES OF BLOOD from British Columbia Canada were formed in 1999 and released five full‐length albums before what was intended be the bands end in 2015.In January 2024 after…

TEL: 02081 038951
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Tourist Attractions


Dynamic Earth

Our Dynamic Earth is one of Edinburgh's most exciting, must see attractions. Take a thrilling journey back in time and learn about our planet Earth.Interactive displays let you see, hear, smell and feel the planet as it was in the past, how it is…

Camera Obscura

Enjoy the fascinating Camera Obscura Show, fantastic views of Edinburgh, and three galleries packed full of an amazing range of optical experiences which have been amusing visitors of all ages and nationalities since 1853The Camera Obscura show is the essential Edinburgh tour and an excellent start to your…

Ego

Ego Nightclub in Edinburgh, Midlothian.Contact venue on telephone number 0131‐478 7434 for opening times, entrance costs, guest list information and special offers.…

City

City Nightclub in Edinburgh, Midlothian.Contact venue on telephone number 0131‐226 9560 for opening times, entrance costs, guest list information and special offers.…

Time

Time Nightclub in Edinburgh, Midlothian.Contact venue on telephone number 0131‐220 1226 for opening times, entrance costs, guest list information and special offers.…

Faith

Faith Nightclub in Edinburgh, Midlothian.Contact venue on telephone number 0131‐225 9764 for opening times, entrance costs, guest list information and special offers.…

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Updated: 18/04/2025 03:44:19

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