What's On In Edinburgh

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

There are thousands of events being held in Edinburgh every month, here we've handpicked a few you should definitely pay attention to!

Best of Scottish Comedy

28 Jun 2017

The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh, Edinburgh New Town

See some of the best comics on the contemporary Scottish circuit at The Stand Comedy Club on 28th June!

The Sugarhill Gang - Live in Stramash

28 Jun 2017

Stramash, Edinburgh Old Town

The Sugarhill Gang, all the way from Englewood New Jersey, play Live in Stramash on 28th June.

An Evening with Gary Maclean

28 Jun 2017

Tigerlily Edinburgh, Edinburgh New Town

Gary Maclean, MasterChef Professionals Champion 2016, joins us in Tigerlily for an evening of modern Scottish cookery.

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!

Scotlands Gardens: Edinburgh & Lothians

01 Jan 2017 - 31 Dec 2017

Explore large and small gardens of horticultural interest throughout Scotland thanks to Scotland's Gardens!

Edinburgh International Film Festival

21 Jun 2017 - 02 Jul 2017

Edinburgh International Film Festival is renowned for discovering & promoting the very best in international cinema.

Edinburgh International Magic Festival

30 Jun 2017 - 08 Jul 2017

Edinburgh International Magic Festival is an annual arts festival and is the UK’s largest magic event.

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

David Stone ‘‘Frexit’’

01 Jul 2017 - 02 Jul 2017

Summerhall, Edinburgh South

Award-winning French magician David Stone brings a mix of elegance and craziness to Summerhall.

R Paul Wilson ‘‘Scams and Fantasies’’

01 Jul 2017 - 02 Jul 2017

Summerhall, Edinburgh South

In this show, R. Paul Wilson shares his most cherished secrets and miracles to reveal a hidden world of magic.

Dave Alnwick ‘‘The Cult of Dave’’

01 Jul 2017 - 02 Jul 2017

Summerhall, Edinburgh South

Can you be brainwashed in sixty minutes? Cult magician Dave Alnwick suggests you come and find out.

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Wiff Waff Wednesday

28 Jun 2017

Out of the Blue, Leith

A monthly ping pong night for all ages with music, drink and great food at the Drill Hall Arts Cafe.

Chi in the Park

28 Jun 2017

Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh Old Town

Chi in the Park - Support Thistle Foundation's biggest ever fundraising event taking place on Wednesday 28th June!

Mercat Tours - Ghosts, Gore & Grime for Age 5+

29 Jun 2017 - 31 Aug 2017

Mercat Tours, Edinburgh Old Town

Hear tales of stinking streets, terrible tortures and ghostly goings-on with Mercat Tours - Ghosts, Gore & Grime.

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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!

The Sugarhill Gang - Live in Stramash

28 Jun 2017

Stramash, Edinburgh Old Town

The Sugarhill Gang, all the way from Englewood New Jersey, play Live in Stramash on 28th June.

Edinburgh Folk Club

28 Jun 2017

Summerhall, Edinburgh South

Come along to Edinburgh Folk Club's regular weekly show on Wednesday evenings at Summerhall.

Open Jam Night

28 Jun 2017

Opium, Edinburgh Old Town

Check out our new monthly Open Jam night at Opium. Everyone welcome!

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Seriously Funny

04 Aug 2017 - 25 Aug 2017

Various Locations Edinburgh

Spare an hour for quality comedy that educates and entertains as it explores healthcare, gender identity and politics.

Spect-Act

22 Aug 2017 - 25 Aug 2017

St Johns Episcopal Church, Edinburgh New Town

A series of interactive plays presented by Active Inquiry, the Bethany, the Alma and the Shakti Theatre Companies.

Funbox Pirate Party!

28 Jul 2017

Linlithgow

FUNBOX present PIRATE PARTY in Linlithgow – for a very special performance in aid of Down’s Syndrome Scotland.

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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!

Be Experimental Tots Science Labs Edinburgh

A child’s natural curiosity and ability to ask questions make them perfect budding...

Clown Around

Clownaround is Edinburgh's leading activity centre and children's party place!A family...

David Lloyd Edinburgh Corstorphine

David Lloyd Edinburgh Corstorphine is a unique gym and club tucked away in Gyle Park,...

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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!

Just Festival

Just Festival events aim to challenge perceptions, celebrate differences and promote...

George Square Gardens

George Square is a city square in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is in the south of the city...

LEAP Sports Festival Fortnight: Edinburgh & Lothians

Festival Fortnight is an exciting mix of sport, cultural, academic and recreational events...

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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.

Veeno Edinburgh, Quartermile

In the spring of 2013 something extraordinary happened. Two Italian guys in their twenties...

Dragonfly Cocktail Bar

Elegant, plant filled 20s-style cocktail bar-lounge with chandeliers and weekend DJ sessions...

Boteco Do Brasil Edinburgh

Brazilian bar-restaurant with stone walls, booth seating and Latin dance evenings with...

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If you've got a hankering for some retail therapy, Edinburgh with its diverse range of unique and independent shops is the place to be!

Zuri

Our Frendly Beauty services including: Nails, Demaplaning, Massage, Shellac, HDbrows,...

Golden Hare Books

The Golden Hare was started by Mark Jones, a museum curator and art historian, with the...

Hamleys Edinburgh

Toys, the magical reaction that toys create and the world of imagination that toys promote...

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