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!

The Soundhouse Organisation Presents The James Lindsay Band

25 Sep 2017

Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh West

Catch genre-hopping bass player James Lindsay, showcasing music from his highly acclaimed new album Strand.

Doctor Who? Some Famous and Infamous Medics of 18th and 19th century Edinburgh

25 Sep 2017

Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh West

A light-hearted illustrated talk about some of the famous and infamous characters in Edinburgh's medical history.

Inside Llewyn Davis

25 Sep 2017

Grassmarket Community Project, Edinburgh Old Town

Inside Llewyn Davis is a 2013 American black comedy set in 1961 New York. See it at Grassmarket Picture House!

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!

Luminate Festival: Edinburgh & Lothians

01 Oct 2017 - 31 Oct 2017

Luminate: Scotland's creative ageing festival celebrating creativity as we age.

Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival: Edinburgh & Lothians

10 Oct 2017 - 29 Oct 2017

The Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival will take place in venues across Scotland from 10th - 29th October 2017.

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

Spamalot

26 Sep 2017 - 30 Sep 2017

Kings Theatre Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Monty Python's riotous comedy Spamalot gallops into the King's Theatre Edinburgh from 26th to 30th September.

Daksha Sheth Dance Company

27 Sep 2017

Festival Theatre Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

India’s most innovative dance company makes its Edinburgh debut with SARI at the Festival Theatre on 27th September.

Growth by Luke Norris

28 Sep 2017

Assembly Roxy, Edinburgh Old Town

Growth, by critically acclaimed writer Luke Norris, is a comedy about growing up and manning up on at Assembly Roxy.

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Bolts and Bodkins

25 Sep 2017

Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Old Town

Join castle archer Rusty Bodkins for an explanation of how the Scots used the medieval longbow and crossbow.

Spotlight Tours: The Enlightenment in Edinburgh

26 Sep 2017

City Art Centre, Edinburgh Old Town

Curatorial and Engagement Manager Gillian Findlay explores The Enlightenment in Edinburgh in this tour 26th September.

New Boogie Beat Tuesday Class!

26 Sep 2017

Edinburgh South

Boogie Beat classes are coming to the Leaf & Bean Cafe, with Singing, dancing, story telling and much more!

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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 Soundhouse Organisation Presents The James Lindsay Band

25 Sep 2017

Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh West

Catch genre-hopping bass player James Lindsay, showcasing music from his highly acclaimed new album Strand.

Bon Iver

27 Sep 2017 - 28 Sep 2017

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh New Town

Bon Iver are making their Playhouse debut this September as part of their much anticipated European Tour.

Edinburgh Folk Club

27 Sep 2017

Summerhall, Edinburgh South

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

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Playtime with Chris Greive

28 Sep 2017

The Outhouse, Edinburgh Old Town

Chris Greive joins the Playtime collective at The Outhouse in a spontaneous session where anything might happen.

Soundhouse at The Traverse: Martin Carthy

04 Dec 2017

Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh West

Martin Carthy, one of folk music's greatest innovators, plays Traverse Theatre Cafe Bar on Monday 4th December.

Dive: The Miss Annabel Sings Show Episode 3

03 Dec 2017

Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh West

Get ready to unwrap an extra special festive episode of The Miss Annabel Sings Show at Traverse Cafe Bar December 3rd!

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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!

Physio Led Pilates

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Monkey Drama Edinburgh

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Edinburgh Academical Football Club

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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!

Historic Edinburgh Tours Ltd

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The Real Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour of Edinburgh

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Edintours

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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.

Copper Bottom

An independently owned venue with a friendly, vibrant and welcoming environment and atmosphere...

Hendersons of Edinburgh

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Browns Brasserie & Bar Edinburgh

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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!

Lily Luna

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CrossEyes Edinburgh

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American Golf Edinburgh

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