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What's on in Edinburgh

Welcome to What's on Edinburgh, we pride ourselves on keeping you up to date on events in Edinburgh taking place throughout the year, from the latest theatre events and live music performances to local activities and fantastic attractions!

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Featured Events in Edinburgh

There are thousands of events in Edinburgh every month, here we've hand-picked a few you should definitely pay attention to!

Harriet Dyer: Easily Distra...

22nd November 2025

Harriet Dyer presents a new blancmange of whimsy from her somewhat fizzy mind at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 22nd November!

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wrest

22nd November 2025

After selling out the iconic Barrowland Ballroom in Glasgow in 2024, wrest return to Edinburgh for their biggest headline show to date!

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Tea Green Winter Market: National Galleries of Scotland: National

22nd November 2025 - 23rd November 2025

Join Tea Green for an unforgettable Winter Market at the National Galleries Scotland: National this November!

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Adam Rowe & Friends

22nd November 2025 - 23rd November 2025

Adam Rowe will be doing 30-45 minutes of new material and maybe a bit of crowd work when he comes to The Stand Edinburgh on Sunday 23rd November!

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Hottest Tickets in Town

From theatre shows to gigs, snap up tickets to the most popular events in town, here's a small selection of what's trending this week!

Outlander In Concert

30th May 2026

Experience the official “Outlander” in-concert event at the Usher Hall on Saturday 30th May!

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Tina - The Tina Turner Musical

11th November 2025 - 22nd November 2025

West End mega-hit Tina – The Tina Turner Musical, comes to Edinburgh Playhouse in November 2025 as part of its first ever UK & Ireland tour!

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TBC Improv UK’s Monthly Open Improv Jam

27th November 2025 - 9th April 2026

TBC invites you to a monthly improv drop-in jam. It's a fun inclusive event where absolutely all are welcome, no improv experience required.

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New Events in Edinburgh

You'll find all the latest Edinburgh events that have been added to the website right here!

Heather On The Hill Festival

22nd August 2026

Created by Nathan Evans & The Saint Phnx Band, Heather On The Hill Festival is a brand-new family-focused one day festival taking place at the Royal Highland Centre on Saturday 22 August!

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Seb Lowe

15th April 2026

Manchester band Seb Lowe bring their UK tour to Edinburgh's La Belle Angele on Wednesday 15th April.

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Armand Hammer

12th March 2026

Experimental rap duo Armand Hammer will headline Edinburgh's La Belle Angele on Thursday 12th March!

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Latest Edinburgh News

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Heather On The Hill Festival Announced

Heather On The Hill Festival Announced

Edinburgh Summer Sessions is delighted to announce Heather On The Hill Festival, a brand-new family-focused one day festival taking place at the Royal Highland Centre on Saturday 22 August.

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The Vittoria Group Launches Black Friday Offer

The Vittoria Group Launches Black Friday Offer

With Black Friday just a week away, the family run Vittoria Group is launching one of Edinburgh’s biggest, and most giftable, foodie offers with 50% off vouchers across all venues.

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Free sweets at brand new Edinburgh store opening this weekend

Free sweets at brand new Edinburgh store opening this weekend

Sweet lovers in Edinburgh can enjoy a free treat on Saturday 22nd November, as Ambala opens its brand-new store on Gorgie Road.

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United Airlines Celebrates Girls in Aviation Day at Edinburgh Airport

United Airlines Celebrates Girls in Aviation Day at Edinburgh Airport

United Airlines inspires girls to pursue careers in aviation by opening the doors to their operation at Edinburgh Airport.

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Festivals in Edinburgh

From music to film, comedy to books, family to the arts there's a wide range of cultural festivals being held throughout the year in Edinburgh!

Edinburghs Christmas

15th Nov 2025 - 4th Jan 2026
Various Locations Edinburgh

Edinburgh's Christmas transforms the beautiful city centre with festive fun for all the family, including traditional Christmas Markets, funfair rides, spectacular live outdoor events and much more!

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Soundhouse Winter Festival

27th Nov 2025 - 1st Dec 2025
Edinburgh West

The Soundhouse Winter Festival is a 5-day music festival taking place this winter at the Traverse Theatre in Edinburgh.

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WinterFest

28th Nov 2025 - 4th Jan 2026
Dalkeith

Step into the magic of WinterFest and soak up the Christmas spirit at Dalkeith Country Park!

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Upcoming Theatre Events in Edinburgh

Whether you prefer comedy or musicals, ballet or opera, our Edinburgh theatre listings will have something to suit everyone!

Cabaret Murder - Danger at The Pitt

22nd November 2025

Welcome to a thrill-packed event featuring artistic circus and cabaret performances mixed with an interactive murder-mystery game at The Pitt on Saturday 22nd November!

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The McDougalls: Winter Wonderland

22nd November 2025

Join The McDougalls, Scotland's favourite children's theatre company, at Reconnect Howden Park for a magical musical adventure in a snow-filled Winter Wonderland!

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Opera Highlights

22nd November 2025

Scottish Opera's much-loved Opera Highlights come to the Traverse Theatre on 22nd November, as they tour around Scotland with a brand-new show!

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Upcoming Family & Kids Events in Edinburgh

Don't be stuck for things to do with the kids in Edinburgh! We have something for everyone and every pocket...

HelloArt Christmas Market

22nd November 2025

Get ready to step into a world of Christmas magic with HelloArt’s very first Christmas Market at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 22nd November!

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Belesama (Au plaisir des dames)

22nd November 2025

The Baroque Ménagerie - An exploration of animal and bird life in music from the 16th to the 18th centuries. To include music by Purcell, Monteverdi, Gibbons, Biber, Clérambault & Telemann.

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Come & Try Orienteering at Blackford Hill

22nd November 2025

Edinburgh Southern Orienteering Club is holding a family-friendly, Come and Try Orienteering afternoon at Blackford Hill & The Hermitage at Braid on Saturday 22nd November.

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Upcoming Music Events in Edinburgh

Edinburgh is renowned for it's live music scene, with a variety of venues catering for small intimate gigs to huge arenas hosting the biggest names!

Just Like Heaven: Alt 80s Night

22nd November 2025

Step into the shadows of the 1980s underground and lose yourself in a night dedicated to the era’s most iconic alternative sounds at La Belle Angele on Saturday 22nd November!

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Belesama (Au plaisir des dames)

22nd November 2025

The Baroque Ménagerie - An exploration of animal and bird life in music from the 16th to the 18th centuries. To include music by Purcell, Monteverdi, Gibbons, Biber, Clérambault & Telemann.

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Reggaeton Old School

22nd November 2025

Perreo UK presents 'Reggaeton Old School' with all the hits from your first reggaeton at The Liquid Room on 22nd November!

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Activities in Edinburgh

Step away from the TV remote, choose one or more from our activities selection, and get out of the house to discover new skills, sports and more!

The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre

The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre provides for the physical, emotional and spiritual well-being of society and community needs in Edinburgh.

Little Plaza

Little Plaza is a place for parents to relax and recharge; for young and kids to grow; for families to create memory

Paintbox School of Art

Paintbox is an independent art school located right by the sea, in the coastal village of Cockenzie, East Lothian.

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Attractions in Edinburgh

Edinburgh and the surrounding areas have a great mix of sightseeing attractions. If you are looking for a fun family day out or a trip with friends, then look no further!

Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Set up in 1978, Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival now presents high quality musicians from all over the world.

Edinburgh Corn Exchange

Edinburgh Corn Exchange, formerly the O2 Academy Edinburgh, is one of the city's largest standing, multi-purpose, award-winning venues with a reputation for live music!

The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh

With solo shows from better known performers and prime stand-up every weekend, there’s always something going on at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!

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Eating & Drinking in Edinburgh

Eating out in Edinburgh is a joy, with a range of restaurants and cafes on offer and there's a wide selection of places to enjoy a quiet pint or a cheeky cocktail.

Black Rose Tavern

Wood-panelled rock bar with open mic nights and global menu, for Goth, metal and alternative music.

BABA Restaurant

Edinburgh's BABA is a mezze, charcoal grill and cocktail bar, inspired by the flavours of the Levant!

Ghillie Dhu

Ghillie Dhu is a traditional Scottish bar and restaurant nestled in the West End of Edinburgh’s city centre.

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Popular Events

Edinburgh’s Christmas: The Polar Ice Bar
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.
Panto 2025: Jack and the Beanstalk
Join Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young for the GIANT of a pantomime we've all BEAN waiting for!
Castle Of Light
Make Castle of Light: Fire and Ice part of your festive plans and enjoy the largest annual projection show in the UK when it returns for its sixth year!
Edinburgh’s Christmas: Christmas Market
One of the most iconic Christmas Markets in Europe, Edinburgh's Christmas Market returns to East Princes Street Gardens showcasing the best in artisan festive products and goods from local makers!
Christmas at the Botanics
Explore the sights and sounds of Christmas in this magical after dark experience when it returns to the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh!

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