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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!

Peter Hook & The Light

14th November 2025

Peter Hook & The Light will perform 'Get Ready' Live and in Full plus a selection of Joy Division and New Order's Greatest Hits. Don't miss them at Edinburgh Corn Exchange on Friday 14th November!

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Stone Foundation

14th November 2025

Stone Foundation have collaborated with Paul Weller, Nolan Porter, Graham Parker, Carleen Anderson, Kathryn Williams and many more... catch them live at The Voodoo Rooms on Friday 14th November!

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Tooth Gore

14th November 2025

Surf-punk alt-rocker Tooth Gore returns to Scotland with special guests Romeopathy, Time Stands Still & Moxies at the Mash House, Edinburgh.

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Keyside

14th November 2025

Signed to Modern Sky UK and championed by BBC Keyside are poised to be your next favorite band... don't miss them live at The Mash House on Friday 14th 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!

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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Disco Days Edinburgh

16th August 2025 - 15th November 2025

Scotland's beloved over 30s afternoon clubbing event Disco Days returns to Club Tropicana Edinburgh in 2025!

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Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy

27th November 2025 - 28th November 2025

Step into the world of Edgar Allan Poe in this 4-part chilling cocktail experience at Leith Arches on 27th & 28th November!

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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!

Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening

30th November 2025 - 13th December 2026

A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening is taking place at The Open Door Community Centre, Edinburgh on various dates throughout the year.

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Home-Start Edinburgh Pub Quiz and Silent Auction Fundraiser

27th November 2025

Join Home-Start Edinburgh for a night of fun, fundraising, and friendly competition at Brass Monkey Leith on Thursday 27th November!

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Strange But True Crimes

28th February 2026

Join us for a stranger than fiction night of true crime with ex-forensics lecturer Jennifer Rees who explores the world's most shocking and unbelievable cases.

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Latest Edinburgh News

Keep up to date with what's going on in Edinburgh with our local news updates!

King Pins, state of the art bowling and activity venue, is set to open its second Scottish site in Edinburgh

King Pins, state of the art bowling and activity venue, is set to open its second Scottish site in Edinburgh

King Pins is announcing a new bowling and activity venue opening in Waverley Bridge in Edinburgh in early 2026.

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Edinburgh locals get discount at Hard Rock Cafe this November

Edinburgh locals get discount at Hard Rock Cafe this November

This November, locals with an EH postcode can enjoy 25% off food and drinks until 5pm, Sunday to Friday, plus 25% off in retail at Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh.

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Highlight paintings from Buckingham Palace go on display in Scotland

Highlight paintings from Buckingham Palace go on display in Scotland

Portraits by Frans Hals, Titian and Parmigianino are among eight of the finest paintings from Buckingham Palace to go on display at the Palace of Holyroodhouse from today.

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Roti King crowns Edinburgh with its first Scottish restaurant

Roti King crowns Edinburgh with its first Scottish restaurant

Roti King is making its first move outside England, heading north to the foodie capital of Edinburgh.

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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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Fizz Feast

21st Nov 2025 - 22nd Nov 2025
Edinburgh New Town

It’s Scotland’s Sparkling Event of the Year and our 10th Birthday! Join us for a wonderful event and the best way to kick off the Festive Season!

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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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Upcoming Theatre Events in Edinburgh

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

Magic Labyrinth at Barnton Bunker!

14th Nov 2025 - 15th Nov 2025

Join us deep within the historic Barnton Bunker for an unforgettable evening of illusion and enchantment!

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Through The Mud

14th Nov 2025 - 15th Nov 2025

Against a stunning live soundtrack of gospel and blues, Through The Mud explores what it takes to become a revolutionary.

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La bohème

14th Nov 2025 - 22nd Nov 2025

Puccini's La bohème stands as one of the world's most celebrated and frequently performed operas. Don't miss it at the Festival Theatre in November!

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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...

Edinburgh Zoo Giant Lanterns

14th Nov 2025 - 22nd Feb 2026

Edinburgh Zoo's award-winning Giant Lanterns event is back this winter, for the first time in six years, with a never-before-seen theme, featuring all things aquatic!

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Play and Chat - German Parent-and-Child Group

14th November 2025

Come along to Spiel und Plausch (Play and Chat), a place where children can play freely, parents can take a moment, and new friendships can grow.

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Find Out Fridays

14th November 2025

Explore a different theme each week on Friday afternoons, during school term-time, with our Learning team at the National Museum of Scotland.

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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!

Peter Hook & The Light

14th November 2025

Peter Hook & The Light will perform 'Get Ready' Live and in Full plus a selection of Joy Division and New Order's Greatest Hits. Don't miss them at Edinburgh Corn Exchange on Friday 14th November!

READ MORE

Stone Foundation

14th November 2025

Stone Foundation have collaborated with Paul Weller, Nolan Porter, Graham Parker, Carleen Anderson, Kathryn Williams and many more... catch them live at The Voodoo Rooms on Friday 14th November!

READ MORE

Tooth Gore

14th November 2025

Surf-punk alt-rocker Tooth Gore returns to Scotland with special guests Romeopathy, Time Stands Still & Moxies at the Mash House, Edinburgh.

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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!

OOTB Abbeymount Studios

Out of the Blue Abbeymount Studios is Out of the Blue Arts & Education Trust’s exciting creative space in the old Victorian school building at the top of Easter Road.

Summerhall

Summerhall, Edinburgh’s biggest arts venue, is open to the public all year round.

Little Bath Babies

Looking for a one-of-a-kind experience to bond with your baby? Little Bath Babies offers sensory-rich classes designed to nurture your little one while creating cherished moments together.

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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!

The Royal Lyceum Edinburgh

The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh sits at the heart of the city in our 140-year-old building welcoming over 100,000 people each year.

The Pleasance Edinburgh

Pleasance Edinburgh opened as part of the 1985 Festival Fringe with two theatres facing onto a deserted courtyard-come-car-park at an unfashionable eastern...

Lyra

A theatre, studio and foyer designed by artists with young people in the heart of Greater Craigmillar.

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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.

Tipsy Midgie

Welcome to the award-winning Tipsy Midgie, Edinburgh - Scotland\'s Best Whisky Bar 2023, 2024 & 2025.

CC Blooms

Buzzing, unpretentious gay club over two levels with bars, dancefloor and regular cabaret nights.

Kafe Kweer

We are an LGBT+ friendly shop, cafe and art space for all ages and identities! Open 7 days a week!

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Popular Events

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!
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!
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: 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.

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