Events in Edinburgh on 08 October 2019
View all the upcoming events in Edinburgh on the 08 October 2019 below, or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Edinburgh
365: Stories and Music
1st October 2019 - 14th October 2019
Come along to a major new collection of Scottish contemporary literature and music in one interactive sound-art installation at Linlithgow Palace in October!
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A Play, A Pie and A Pint
8th October 2019
A popular feature of the Traverse programme, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, Òran Mór returns with six new plays to light up your lunchtime. Ticket includes a pie and a drink. Read more
Balerno Music Festival
25th September 2019 - 13th October 2019
Balerno
The Pentland Hills come alive with the sound of music when the Balerno Music Festival returns on 25th September featuring concerts and events for all the family! Read more
Come Gie’s a Sang: Singing Workshop in Traditional Scots Song
7th October 2019 - 10th October 2019
Discover Scotland’s rich musical heritage at Wild at Art's singing workshop event with tutor Robyn Stapleton, one of the country’s most respected folk singers! Read more
Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
29th May 2019 - 31st December 2019
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route. Read more
Curious About Edinburgh
14th June 2019 - 31st October 2020
Have fun discovering Edinburgh with a self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About! Read more
Deliverance at Opium Every Tuesday
8th October 2019
Your weekly overdose of EBM/INDUSTRIAL/ELECTRO/GOTH tunes with Resident DJs BioSynthetic / Hack Hazard / Technomancer and De Gloom. Read more
Eclectic Boundaries
16th September 2019 - 18th November 2019
Eclectic Boundaries brings together a diverse cohort of artists from around Edinburgh College of Art. There will be performance art mingled with adventure, fun, surprise and participation! Read more
Get Dancing: Pre-school Dance Tasters
20th September 2019 - 11th October 2019
Edinburgh West
Edinburgh Leisure, a charity dedicated to creating opportunities for everyone to lead more active, healthy lives, is offering free pre-school and junior dance class tasters this autumn. Read more
Grayson Perry: Julie Cope’s Grand Tour
25th July 2019 - 2nd November 2019
Julie Cope’s Grand Tour comes to Dovecot Edinburgh bringing the complete set of tapestries designed by Grayson Perry for A House for Essex. Read more
House of Jack Kids Street Dance Classes
19th August 2019 - 14th December 2019
House of Jack kids street dance classes are back at Shapes Studio from Monday 19th August to Sat 14th December - Bookings now open! Read more
Interpretations
31st August 2019 - 9th October 2019
This exhibition at the Scottish Ornithologists' Club brings together the work of four wildlife artists with a mix of dynamic, expressive and celebratory interpretations of our natural world. Read more
Introduction to Transmission Meditation - Workshop Edinburgh 2019
8th October 2019
Come along and try Transmission Meditation, a simple group meditation providing both a dynamic service to the world and powerful personal spiritual development! Read more
J B Priestley’s An Inspector Calls
8th October 2019 - 12th October 2019
Stephen Daldry’s multi award-winning production of JB Priestley’s classic thriller returns to the King's Theatre after a sell out West End season. Read more
Moonstruck: 500 years of mental health
14th June 2019 - 23rd December 2019
This exhibition encourages us to examine our own ideas around mental health and aims to show how, even now, many older stereotypes and ideas about these conditions remain unchanged. Read more
Movies and Shakers
8th October 2019
Harvey Nichols has a new series of Movies & Shakers events over the next few months, from Driving Miss Daisy to Beetlejuice, so come along and enjoy a great night out! Read more
Music Through the Ages
8th October 2019
Meet King James V's musician as he explain some of the music and instruments played in court at Edinburgh Castle. Read more
Of Movement & Light by Debbie Mountain
20th September 2019 - 11th October 2019
Upright Gallery is hosting an exhibition by Debbie Mountain, who's work does not allude to anything, except the joyful exploration of the materialism of paint. Read more
On Your Feet!
7th October 2019 - 12th October 2019
The Broadway and West End production of Gloria and Emilio Estefan's smash-hit musical comes to the Festival Theatre Edinburgh in October! Read more
Puzzled Pint
8th October 2019
Various Locations Edinburgh
Love solving puzzles...with friends...while eating and drinking? Then join us for Puzzled Pint on the second Tuesday of every month. Read more
Rabbie’s: Edinburgh City Tours
1st January 2019 - 31st December 2019
Various Locations Edinburgh
Discover the stories, secrets, and sights of the city and get the local’s perspective of Edinburgh with Rabbie's Edinburgh City Tours! Read more
Rabbie’s: Tours from Edinburgh
1st January 2019 - 31st December 2019
Various Locations Edinburgh
Make Edinburgh your base for a trip to Scotland and combine the magic of Scotland's capital with the best of the Highlands on a tour with Rabbie's! Read more
re: birth - Spilt Milk Members Show 2019
29th September 2019 - 12th October 2019
‘re: birth’ is the second annual showcase of work by Spilt Milk members and opens on 28th September at Edinburgh Palette, St Margarets House. Read more
Rex Club House at Eastside Edinburgh
20th September 2019 - 2nd November 2019
Edinburgh New Town
Sportswear brand Rex Club will launch its first sports pop-up at Eastside Edinburgh, screening early morning matches throughout the World Cup, so that Rugby fans can watch the games in comfort. Read more
Spend October Holidays aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia
1st October 2019 - 31st October 2019
Step aboard Scotland’s Best Visitor Attraction this October holiday to truly follow in the footsteps of Royalty. All ages will love touring the five decks with their own audio guide! Read more
Spooky Happenings
5th October 2019 - 31st October 2019
Explore a world of magic and shadows, with mysteries to solve and games to play at Almond Valley Heritage Centre this October! Read more
Tamagotchi Tuesdays - 80’s, 90’s, 00’s throwback
8th October 2019
Edinburgh's weekly throwback clubnight at Subway Cowgate brings you the hits of 80’s, 90’s, 00’s. Read more
Tartan Folk
20th June 2019 - 24th October 2019
Edinburgh New Town
Design your own outfit using exciting tartan fabrics, laces, sparkly gems, pom poms and other embellishments in these fun family workshops with Fiona Mackechnie! Read more
The Ceilidh Club at Summerhall
8th October 2019
Come and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every Tuesday at The Ceilidh Club in Summerhall! Read more
The Luxury of Time: Clocks from 1550-1750
4th October 2019 - 26th January 2020
Explore the history of early British clock making in this small display at National Museum of Scotland. Read more
Victoria Crowe: 50 Years of Painting
18th May 2019 - 13th October 2019
The City Art Centre is proud to present the first major survey devoted to the work of one of the UK’s most distinguished artists, Victoria Crowe. Read more
We Will Rock You
7th October 2019 - 12th October 2019
The smash hit Queen and Ben Elton musical, ‘We Will Rock You’ announces the show has been reimagined for 2019 and embarks on a brand new UK & Ireland tour stops off at the Playhouse in October. Read more
Events in East Renfrewshire
Auchenback Walking Group
8th October 2019
The Auchenback Walking Group meets up every Tuesday at 10am at the Auchenback Resource Centre on Aurs Drive, Barrhead!
Autumn Woodland Trail at Greenbank
31st August 2019 - 31st October 2019
Explore the Autumn-themed trails in the woodland at Greenbank Garden, the perfect way to spend a few hours with the family!
East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
14th January 2019 - 15th December 2019
Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!
East Renfrewshire HSCP Walking Groups
8th October 2019
East Renfrewshire Council HSCP run several walking groups throughout the week perfect for beginners upwards!
Macmillan East Ren Move More
9th July 2019 - 1st February 2021
Move More is a programme of physical activity, advice and support for people at all stages of the cancer journey, contact the Macmillan East Ren team and find out how to get involved.
Return to the Forbidden Planet
8th October 2019 - 12th October 2019
Theatre Guild Glasgow present 'Return to the Forbidden Planet' at Eastwood Park Theatre... join Captain Tempest and his fearless crew on their journey into hyperspace and beyond!
Walking Football
8th October 2019
Over 50? Have you still got a love of the beautiful game? Walking Football at Barrhead Foundry or Mearns Primary School is perfect for you!
Whitelee Stroller Striders
8th October 2019
Join the Whitelee Rangers on their free weekly parent & baby walking group which meets every Tuesday morning at 10am between March and November!
Events in Fife
An Evening with Sir Chris Hoy
8th October 2019
Sir Chris Hoy, Scotland’s most successful Olympic Cyclist of all time, visits the Alhambra in a special one off evening, hosted by Fife born TV and Radio Presenter Edith Bowman.
Chaplain’s Conversations:
8th October 2019
In conversation with the Chaplain, Donald MacEwan, Professor Sir Ian Boyd, School of Biology talks about his career, what inspires him in his research and his thoughts about the future of education.
Explore! Travellers and Trailblazers
6th July 2019 - 10th November 2019
Let us take you on an epic adventure! Follow in the footsteps of intrepid explorers to discover exotic lands and fantastic voyages through our hands-on, family friendly exhibition!
Scotland from the Sky: Part 2
28th September 2019 - 5th January 2020
Discover Scotland's stunning landscapes from a breath-taking new perspective as Scotland from the Sky, Part 2 returns to Aberdour Castle.
Tour an Amazon Fulfillment Centre
19th February 2019 - 31st October 2019
See the magic that happens after you click ‘buy’ on Amazon.co.uk by touring our Dunfermline fulfilment centre and seeing first-hand how we deliver for our customers.
Events in Glasgow
9 To 5 The Musical
8th October 2019 - 12th October 2019
Direct from the West End, Dolly Parton's rip-roaring West End musical, starring Louise Redknapp and Amber Davies, is coming to the King's Theatre Glasgow this October!
A Play, A Pie and A Pint Autumn Season
8th October 2019
A Play, a Pie and a Pint's Autumn season will return to Oran Mor on August 26th with another 13 brilliant plays!
Aled Jones & Russell Watson In Harmony Tour
8th October 2019
See Aled Jones and Russell Watson, two of the world's greatest classical voices, at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall as part of their In Harmony tour!
Art Factory
8th October 2019
Platform Glasgow's Art Factory is a visual arts and crafts drop in studio for adults who wish to learn to draw, paint or make things!
Benny Lynch: The Little King of the Gorbals
16th August 2018 - 30th June 2020
The People’s Palace is hosting a community display which gathers together never seen before objects from Benny Lynch’s life and career.
Bingo Bonanza
8th October 2019
If you have the Tuesday blues then Glasgow Super Seniors have just the tonic! Join them at Maryhill Hub for their fantastic Bingo Bonanza!
Bounce and Rhyme
8th October 2019
Bounce and Rhyme are free and fun sessions for parents, carers and children Two or under held weekly in several Glasgow Libraries!
Bridgeton Cross Retail Market
8th October 2019
Browse the stalls and bag yourself a bargain at the twice weekly City Markets Bridgeton Cross Retail Market!
Castlemilk Park Volunteer Group
8th October 2019
The Castlemilk Park Volunteer Group meet on Tuesday and Thursday mornings to carry out practical work in the park!
Curious About Glasgow
12th January 2019 - 31st December 2019
Have fun discovering Glasgow with a self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
Dance International Glasgow
4th October 2019 - 26th October 2019
The third ever DIG returns to Glasgow this October, bringing with it a programme that breaks new ground, a clutch of new commissions, and a rich mix of established and rising stars of the dance scene.
Distillery Tour & Whisky Tasting
1st July 2018 - 31st December 2019
Come to The Clydeside Distillery, immerse yourself in Glasgow history and watch the craftsmen distil pure new make spirit by hand, the time-honoured way on the tour followed by a whisky tasting!
Domestic Bliss
8th March 2019 - 31st December 2020
Domestic Bliss is a new exhibition that brings together works from Glasgow Museums' collection to reflect on GoMA's building history as a former house, Royal Exchange and civic space!
Duncan Marquiss
4th October 2019 - 14th December 2019
Coinciding with the annual festival, Eastern Promise, an exhibition by Glasgow based artist Duncan Marquiss will be presented across the public spaces at Platform!
Exhibition of Alexander Millar Paintings
17th May 2019 - 31st December 2019
An exhibition of Alexander Millar will be on display in Princes Square showcasing a collection of originals, drawings and limited-edition prints!
Glasgow Central Station Tours
1st January 2019 - 31st December 2019
Glasgow Central Tours offer you the chance to explore behind the scenes of Glasgow's most iconic and busiest landmarks, Central Station!
Glasgow SiMBA Support Group
8th October 2019
Glasgow SIMBA monthly group offers support for those who's baby has died at any stage of pregnancy or close to birth.
Glasgow Women On Wheels Cycle Festival
10th August 2019 - 16th November 2019
The Glasgow Women on Wheels Cycle Festival is a four month long, jam-packed, celebration of cycling for women, girls and anyone who identifies as a woman!
Good Move Glasgow Health Walks
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2019
Good Move Glasgow run Health Walks right across the city which are suitable for all ages and abilities!
Govanhill BabyCafe
8th October 2019
Come for help with breastfeeding issues or just to have coffee, cake and chat at the Govanhill BabyCafe.
Historic Tours of Glasgow University
8th October 2019
Join a Historic Tour of Glasgow University the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!
Insight Talks at the Hunterian
8th October 2019
Gain an insight into The Hunterian's world class collections at one of their weekly lunchtime talks!
Kelvingrove Organ Recitals
1st January 2019 - 31st December 2019
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum holds delightful daily recitals by eminent local organists and visiting players!
Kids Craft Club!
8th October 2019
In this super fun four week craft club from Sew Confident, all the kids will learn some new crafty skills with a project to take home each week!
Kirkintilloch BabyCafe
8th October 2019
Come for help with breastfeeding issues or just to have coffee, cake and chat at the Kirkintilloch BabyCafe.
Linda McCartney Retrospective
5th July 2019 - 12th January 2020
A major retrospective of photography by Linda McCartney will be shown in the UK for the first time at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow from 5th July 2019 to 12th January 2020!
Microbial Makeover’s Culture Club
8th October 2019
Join Steve & Tasha of Microbial Makeover and other local experts for Culture Club, a monthly gathering of fermentation enthusiasts!
Nu Gen
8th October 2019
Platform Glasgow's weekly arts group challenges teenagers to make artwork that represents their interests, exploring identity and what it’s like to be a teenager in 2019!
Part Seen, Part Imagined
5th October 2019 - 1st December 2019
Part Seen, Part imagined brings together new and existing work by artists and designers based in Scotland who have all formed their own relationships with Japanese tradition and culture.
Portrait Painting
8th October 2019
This course at Studio Pavilion explores the discipline of portrait painting, where anatomical composition and scale is studied, alongside concepts of tone, colour and painterly gesture.
Quarriers Glasgow Group Activities
1st July 2018 - 31st December 2019
Quarriers Glasgow Group Activities provides group activities for adults with learning disabilities in the north west and south areas of Glasgow.
Rabbie’s: Tours from Glasgow
1st January 2019 - 31st December 2019
Make Glasgow your base for a trip to Scotland and combine this pioneering city with the best of the Highlands on a tour with Rabbie's!
Short Courses 2019/20 Launch
7th September 2019 - 6th September 2020
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland offer a selection of over 80 weekly and short study courses for children, young people and adults... never too early, never too late!
Tennent’s Brewery Tour
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2019
Find out how Wellpark Brewery make Tennent's so special on one of their daily Brewery Tours!
TFC Thursday’s
8th October 2019
The Tuesday Friendship Club, a club for adults with learning disabilities and additional support needs are running a weekly social event in the Fairfield Working Men’s Club in Govan on Thursdays!
The Alchemist
4th October 2019 - 19th October 2019
Acclaimed writer Gary McNair has taken Ben Jonson's Jacobean farce and re-written it in rhyming couplets, relocating it from London to Glasgow with brilliant comic effect!
The TURNER
28th September 2019 - 2nd November 2019
The Royal Glasgow Institute of Fine Arts (RGI) Kelly Gallery are excited and proud to host a unique exhibition of Turner Prize nominees between the 28th September and 2nd November!
Toddlers Tales
8th October 2019
Toddlers Tales are free and fun sessions for parents, carers and children aged 3-5 held weekly across several Glasgow Libraries!
Traditional Irish Music Session
8th October 2019
Come along to Sweeneys on the Park on Tuesday evenings and enjoy the talented musicians playing Traditional Irish and Scottish tunes!
Uncle Baji’s Pub Quiz
8th October 2019
Bring your pals and have a go at one of the hardest pub quizzes the fine city of Glasgow has to offer... Uncle Baji's Pub Quiz at Firebird!
Violet & Green at Scotia Gallery Group Show
14th September 2019 - 9th October 2019
Glasgow based duo Violet & Green present their first group exhibition to the public on Saturday 14th September at Scotia Gallery in Finnieston!
Events in Lanarkshire
A Game of 2 Halves
6th July 2019 - 27th October 2019
As Albion Rovers Football Club celebrate 100 years at Cliftonhill Stadium in Coatbridge, Summerlee Museum presents a unique photographic study of the fans and environment surrounding the team.
Alter + Upcycle
8th October 2019
Learn how to alter or alter an existing item of clothing or upcycle old clothes and fabrics into useful new items like a purse or a bag at R:evolve Cambuslang's Alter + Upcycle workshop!
Bookbug at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre
8th October 2019
Free, fun and fantastic! North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre hold Bookbug sessions every Monday, Tuesday & Saturday!
Discover Your Family and Local History
1st May 2019 - 20th December 2019
Always wanted to trace your family tree but not sure where to begin? Come along to North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre for one of their weekday sessions!
Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks
1st January 2018 - 31st December 2019
Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regualr health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!
Knit & Natter
8th October 2019
R:evolve Hamilton's Knit & Natter group is a place to meet new people and share ideas and skills – bring along your own knitting or crochet and they'll provide the rest!
M&Ds Santas Magical Wonderland
23rd November 2018 - 24th December 2019
Santas Magical Wonderland returns to M&Ds Theme Park for 2019 - it's festive fun for all the family!
Outbreak: Gateway To Hell
26th September 2019 - 2nd November 2019
Returning for 2019, Outbreak: Gateway To Hell is a terrifyingly unforgettable Halloween experience at M&Ds Scotland's Theme Park!
Rhyme & Reason
14th September 2019 - 9th November 2019
Explore the world of North Lanarkshire's local poets. Investigate what inspired them to put into verse their thoughts and feelings on all aspects of life down through the ages!
Timorous Beasties!
8th October 2019
K-Woodlands will be hosting outdoor play sessions for parent and toddlers every Tuesday morning... it's time to get outside and enjoy the woodlands!
Woolpack Knitting Club
8th October 2019
The Woolpack Knitting Club meets every Tuesday afternoon in the North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre in Motherwell!
Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Active Communities’ Jogging Buddies
8th October 2019
Active Communities run a series of jogging groups throughout Renfrewshire on a weekly basis!
Active Communities’ Walking Buddies
8th October 2019
Active Communities run a series of walking groups throughout Renfrewshire on a weekly basis!
Guided Tours of Paisley Abbey
8th October 2019
Built in the 12th century and steeped in history, Paisley Abbey is a fascinating building to visit, find out more on one of the regular guided tours!
Meditation Sessions
8th October 2019
The Butterfly Room in Paisley hold weekly meditation sessions where you can explore and enjoy the benefits of meditation and mindfulness practices.
Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
8th October 2019
Free, fun and fantastic! Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions throughout the week!
Events in Stirling and Falkirk
A Nation of Stone
7th September 2019 - 28th February 2020
Discover the all the diverse skills and expertise it takes to conserve our nation of stone at this exhibition in The Engine Shed!
Stirling ‘Old Town’ Walking Tours
27th July 2019 - 30th November 2019
Explore the old town of the city with local guides and get a full overview of Stirling's dark history on a family-friendly, leisurely stroll.
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