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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There are thousands of events in Edinburgh every month, here we've hand-picked a few you should definitely pay attention to!
Out of The Blue - A Celebration of Joni Mitchell
After repeated sell out shows, Anne Gair and her band are taking the show on the road again in 2025 with a date at The Voodoo Rooms on 18th July!
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Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival: Colin Steele: STRAMASH
Colin Steele’s STRAMASH has made waves since its inception in 2006 and Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival are delighted to premiere new music from the second album!
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The Beyond Broadway Experience: Footloose
The Beyond Broadway Experience brings you Footloose, celebrating the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind.
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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!
This Flight Tonight The Songs Of Joni Mitchell
Acclaimed singer/songwriters Zervas & Pepper present This Flight Tonight, an intimate acoustic live tribute to the music of Joni Mitchell, at the Corn Exchange Haddington on 12th June.
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Doo doo doo... Baby Shark's back with a globe-trotting mystery! Perfect for tiny detectives aged 0-6 this fin-tastic show is packed with music, magic and mayhem!
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The Polis present A Countdown To Copeland
Scotland's very own: The Polis, present 'A Count Down To Copeland', the 'officially' unofficial warm up to Stewart Copeland's UK Tour Finale at the Queen's Hall.
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You'll find all the latest Edinburgh events that have been added to the website right here!
Intermediate Sewing Class
Join The Edinburgh Sewcial Club for a full Saturday in the sewing studio and elevate your beginner's sewing skills to creat a gorgeous wash bag/make-up bag!
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Beginner’s Sewing - 2 week evening course
Spend two evenings with The Edinburgh Sewcial Club and learn how to use a sewing machine and make a cushion cover with your new sewing skills!
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Intermediate Sewing Class - 2 Week Evening Course
This intermediate class is aimed at folks who've attended a beginner's sewing class (or already familiar with sewing up and threading a sewing machine) and would like to progress their skills.
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Latest Edinburgh News
Keep up to date with what's going on in Edinburgh with our local news updates!
Bombay Sapphire unveils Gin & Gelato at The Dome, Edinburgh
Following the hottest June on record, Bombay Sapphire announces the coolest pairing of the summer - Gin & Gelato - launching at The Dome, Edinburgh on Friday 18th July.
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Foodies Festival, the biggest touring celebrity food & music festival in the UK, returns to Scotland next month
The UK's biggest touring celebrity food & music festival celebrates its 20th year - announcing star-studded line-ups and exciting new features in Edinburgh and Glasgow!
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Assembly Festival relaunches Local Residents Ticket Offer
Fringe Tickets for Just £6.50: Assembly Festival re-launches Local Residents Ticket Offer for EH, FK, G, KY, ML & DG postcodes.
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Edinburgh charities to receive funding to help put a stop to child poverty in Scotland
Three Edinburgh based children's charities have been named among 11 Scottish organisations as partners of STV Children's Appeal's newly launched Ignite Fund.
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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!
Edinburgh Folk & Food Festival
The Edinburgh Food Festival is back at Assembly George Square Gardens and has expanded to include live folk music.
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Scottish Festival of Motoring
The Scottish Festival of Motoring returns to the Royal Highland Centre Edinburgh on Sunday 20th July 2025, it's a must go event for all the family!
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TravFest 2025
TravFest 2025 sees the iconic festival and fringe venue showcase an incredible programme of brilliant and bold theatre.
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Whether you prefer comedy or musicals, ballet or opera, our Edinburgh theatre listings will have something to suit everyone!
Return to Sender - Creative Learning Scratch Night
Not So Nice! are proud to present a brand new Scratch Night performance designed to showcase local emerging theatre makers in Edinburgh at Augustine United Church on Friday 18th July!
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Grease the Musical
Find Your Light Productions returns to Church Hill Theatre for a 2nd year with the classic Rockin' and Rollon' full scale musical - Grease!
READ MOREThe Beyond Broadway Experience: Footloose
The Beyond Broadway Experience brings you Footloose, celebrating the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind.
READ MOREUpcoming 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...
Creepy Cramond Ghost Walk
Get ready to explore the haunted history of Cramond with North Edinburgh Nightmares' knowledgeable guides... Whether you're a believer or a skeptic, this event is sure to send shivers down your spine!
READ MOREEdinburgh Folk & Food Festival
The Edinburgh Food Festival is back at Assembly George Square Gardens and has expanded to include live folk music.
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IKEA: Magical Patterns
IKEA Museum's Magical Patterns exhibition comes to Dovecot Studios, celebrating 60 years of innovative textile design.
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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!
Doss & Crop Rot
Electronic post-punk trio Doss from Glasgow and Kentucky-based punk band Crop Rot play Sneaky Pete's on Friday 18th July!
READ MOREOut of The Blue - A Celebration of Joni Mitchell
After repeated sell out shows, Anne Gair and her band are taking the show on the road again in 2025 with a date at The Voodoo Rooms on 18th July!
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Innis & Gunn presents Mànran at The Mound
The powerhouse of Scottish traditional music, Mànran, return to Innis & Gunn at The Mound on 18th July for a full headline set following a surprise appearance last year!
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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!
TuFlamenco: The Search of El Duende
TuFlamenco Company focuses on two main fields: education and performance. Founded in 2018, the academy is based in Edinburgh but it also provide classes in different Scottish cities.
We Make Edinburgh
We are We Make Edinburgh! We have been running creative workshops at our studio in Abbeyhill, Edinburgh since 2019.
BabyBelles
Watch your child sparkle in BABYBELLES! These fun-filled classes for little ones aged 2-3.5years are full to the brim of funky music, gorgeous giggling & fabulous dancing!
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.
Cymera Festival
Cymera is Scotland's Festival of Science-Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Writing and it returns to Edinburgh from 6th to 8th June.
The Georgian House
The Georgian House, Robert Adam's masterpiece of urban architecture with its elegant furnished interior, is located at No. 7 Charlotte Square in the centre of Edinburgh!
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.
Moonwake Beer Co
Precision Brewed beer in Leith - Taproom + beer garden: drink-in + takeaway
Whiski Rooms
Come and join us in the multi award-winning Whiski Rooms restaurant and bar and enjoy the stunning views over Edinburgh and Princes Street.
Dragonfly Cocktail Bar
Laid back cocktail bar with a focus on tidy drinks, great tunes and excellent service, just off The Grassmarket.
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