Events in Edinburgh on 05 December 2019
View all the upcoming events in Edinburgh on the 05 December 2019 below, or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Edinburgh
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Disney’s The Lion King
5th December 2019 - 18th April 2020
The story of THE LION KING is miraculously brought to life using masks, puppets and striking costumes to tell the story of young Simba's epic adventures.
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24 Doors of Advent
1st December 2019 - 24th December 2019
Various Locations Edinburgh
Throughout December Edinburgh opens its doors to showcase the unique buildings in the city in this real-life advent calendar. Read more
An Edinburgh Christmas Carol
28th November 2019 - 4th January 2020
The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh is delighted to present the world premiere of An Edinburgh Christmas Carol, a magical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas tale. Read more
Beneath the Surface
16th November 2019 - 1st March 2020
This exhibition features work by nine contemporary artists based in Scotland with the artworks having an economy of gesture in common - a limited tonal palette or a monochrome colour plane. Read more
Breakfast or Tea with Father Christmas at Dobbies Edinburgh
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Edinburgh! Read more
Breakfast or Tea with Father Christmas at Dobbies Livingston
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Livingston! Read more
Chinese Oracle Bones
25th October 2019 - 29th March 2020
Discover some of the treasures within the National Museum Scotland's significant collection of oracle bones, the second largest in the world outside of China. Read more
Christmas at the Botanics 2019
22nd November 2019 - 29th December 2019
Explore the sights and sounds of Christmas in this magical after dark experience at the Royal Botanic Gardens! Read more
Christmas Market - East Princes Street Gardens
16th November 2019 - 4th January 2020
The Christmas Market will once again return to East Princes St Gardens for a whole host of bespoke and traditional Christmas items! 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
Disney’s The Lion King
5th December 2019 - 18th April 2020
The story of THE LION KING is miraculously brought to life using masks, puppets and striking costumes to tell the story of young Simba's epic adventures. Read more
Giant Lanterns: Lost Worlds
15th November 2019 - 26th January 2020
With an extended route for 2019 and over 600 brand-new lanterns, there’s more to explore this year as Giant Lanterns return to Edinburgh Zoo from 15 November to 26 January 2020! Read more
Glitterfest
29th November 2019 - 31st December 2019
Make your Christmas party one to remember by celebrating at Edinburgh’s Biggest Christmas Party with radio legend Boogie from Forth One! Read more
Joanna Kessel: Aurum | Gold
26th November 2019 - 26th January 2020
Le Roi Fou is delighted to present Joanna Kessel's Aurum | Gold exhibition, featuring intimately scaled collages in Venetian gold leaf mosaic, glass smalti and concrete. Read more
Johnnie Walker Bothy Bar
16th November 2019 - 4th January 2020
The Johnnie Walker Bothy Bar has officially opened its doors for the festive season and is the perfect place to raise a glass this Christmas. Read more
King’s Panto: Goldilocks and the Three Bears
30th November 2019 - 19th January 2020
Roll up, roll up! Allan Stewart, Andy Gray and Grant Stott are back in a circus-inspired King's Panto spectacular packed full of the thrills, spills, dazzling stunts and jaw-dropping special effects! Read more
Live Music at George IV Bar in December
1st December 2019 - 31st December 2019
Come along and check out the Live music at George IV Bar in December, everything from Rock and Pop to Traditional Folk, Scottish, Irish and Blues! Read more
Montpeliers Christmas Cocktail Club
17th November 2019 - 31st December 2019
Various Locations Edinburgh
Celebrate the festive season and visit some of Edinburgh's most popular bars for some refreshing cocktails at a price you simply can't refuse with Montpeliers Christmas Cocktail Club wristband! Read more
Night Walk for Edinburgh
16th November 2019 - 31st January 2020
Edinburgh Old Town
Night Walk for Edinburgh, one of the biggest hits of the Edinburgh international Festival 2019, returns as part of Edinburgh’s Christmas and Hogmanay celebrations. Read more
Pregnancy Yoga at The Yoga Room
14th November 2019 - 27th February 2020
These Pregnancy Yoga classes, run by Jenny at Yoga Links, provide a calm, friendly and safe environment for you to connect to your body, your baby and your breath throughout pregnancy. 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
Santa’s Grotto
16th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Edinburgh New Town
Christmas just wouldn't be Christmas without a visit to Santa... it’s the perfect way for children to get into the festive spirit. Read more
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Edinburgh
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Edinburgh for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto! Read more
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Livingston
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Livingston for an exciting festive experience at Father Christmas’ Grotto! Read more
Scotland from the Sky
10th October 2019 - 19th January 2020
Discover Scotland's stunning landscapes from a breath-taking new perspective as Scotland from the Sky comes to Blackness Castle! Read more
The Cauldron Magical Cocktail Experience
28th November 2019 - 19th January 2020
Edinburgh New Town
Try The Cauldron Magical Experience, a 1 hr 45 min immersive class in Edinburgh, where you wield a working magic wand and use molecular mixology to brew drinkable elixirs! 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
Watercolours by Darren Woodhead
22nd November 2019 - 15th January 2020
In this exhibition, at the Scottish Ornithologists' Club, Darren Woodhead presents watercolours created over the past two years, inspired by the landscapes and wildlife of East Lothian. Read more
Welcome to the Jingle: Silent Adventures do the Christmas Market!
16th November 2019 - 4th January 2020
Let Edinburgh’s resident silent disco experience transport you into a Yuletide fantasyland on a new adventure to discover the true spirit of Christmas.
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Winter Windows
16th November 2019 - 26th December 2019
Various Locations Edinburgh
Come and see Edinburgh's 2019 Winter Windows, showcasing the creativity of Edinburgh’s school pupils! Read more
Events in East Renfrewshire
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.
Netherlee Living Advent
1st December 2019 - 24th December 2019
Netherlee's first Living Advent Calendar is set to create some magic for everyone to enjoy in the countdown to Christmas, bringing the community closer together!
Events in Fife
70 percent +
30th November 2019 - 15th March 2020
Over 70% of our planet’s surface is water and in this exhibition at Kirkcaldy Galleries two artists, Kyra Clegg and Marysia Lachowicz, explore its depths.
‘Sha Raku En’
20th November 2019 - 29th February 2020
Greengate Gallery in Culross is hosting an exhibition featuring a series of paintings by local artist, Janice Headrick, inspired by the Japanese Garden at Cowden near Dollar.
Blooming Marvellous
9th November 2019 - 13th March 2020
Blast away those winter blues with a vist to our colourful, family-friendly exhibition in Methil Heritage Centre, where we explore the wonders of the garden.
Breakfast or Tea with Father Christmas at Dobbies Dunfermline
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Dunfermline!
Breakfast with Santa at Dobbies Dalgety Bay
30th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast with Santa at Dobbies Dalgety Bay!
David Mach: Odyssey
7th October 2019 - 2nd February 2020
David Mach's latest sculpture is made out of shipping containers, seaworn wood, two huge shipping buoys and 7 tonnes of newspaper! See it at Dunfermline Carnegie Library and Galleries!
Lines from Scotland
9th November 2019 - 21st February 2020
The many and varied ways that Scottish artists develop and communicate ideas through drawing and physical acts of mark-making are explored by independent curator Amanda Game.
Mother Goose
28th November 2019 - 4th January 2020
Get ready for the ultimate egg-stravaganza as the biggest panto story ever takes to the Byre stage in 2019.
Santa Grotto Experience
30th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Come along to The Scottish Deer Centre this December and meet Santa in his fabulous Grotto with time to play games while you wait.
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Dalgety Bay
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Dalgety Bay for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Dunfermline
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Dunfermline for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto!
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.
Events in Glasgow
A Lad in Maryhill - A Magical Glesga Pantomime!
5th December 2019 - 30th December 2019
Join us for the first ever Maryhill Community Panto from West End Festival & Halo Arts this festive season... A Lad in Maryhill - A Magical Glesga Pantomime!
Ali the Magic Elf
29th November 2019 - 31st December 2019
Ali the Magic Elf is a fun-filled festive adventure for 3-6year olds and their adults at the Tron Theatre!
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.
Breakfast or Tea with Father Christmas at Dobbies Milngavie
30th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Milngavie!
Christmas Reading Challenge
2nd December 2019 - 4th January 2020
Visit your local Glasgow library between 2nd December and 4th January to discover magical festive books and take part in the Christmas Reading Challenge!
Cinderfella
27th November 2019 - 5th January 2020
Who will the princess pick as her husband? Will Cinderella save her family business? And who would leave a pair of glass trainers behind? Find out when Cinderfella comes to the Tron Theatre!
Compassion in Crisis - The fascinating story of 80 years of Royal Voluntary Service in Glasgow
3rd October 2019 - 31st January 2020
The fascinating story of the volunteers of Royal Voluntary Service in Glasgow is being told at a new exhibition in the community exhibition space at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum!
Dark Escape Room In Aid of RNIB Talking Books
1st October 2019 - 31st December 2019
Experience for an hour what it is like to tackle challenges without your sight by taking part in Dark Room at The Riddle Rooms all in aid of RNIB Talking Books!
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!
Dixie Whittington: The Hamecoming
25th November 2019 - 28th December 2019
Tickets are now on sale for the ever popular A Play, A Pie and A Pint Christmas Panto at Oran Mor, this year's show is Dixie Whittington: The Hamecoming!
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!
Elfingrove
5th December 2019 - 5th January 2020
The world class team behind GlasGLOW is turning Kelvingrove into Elfingrove, with a spellbinding night time tour of Glasgow's best-loved museum, where the magic of Christmas is brought to life!
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 Christmas Markets
9th November 2019 - 29th December 2019
The Glasgow Christmas Markets return to George Square & St Enoch Square again for 2019 offering a wide selection of festive delights!
Glasgow Distillery Company Pop Up
7th November 2019 - 31st December 2019
Just in time for the festive season, Glasgow Distillery Company have opened a pop-up shop in Buchanan Galleries selling a selection of their award winning spirits!
Hire a Guide for a Goose Walk
1st November 2019 - 31st March 2020
Hire-a-guide at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond for an exclusive dawn or dusk goose watching experience!
Jack and The Beanstalk
30th November 2019 - 5th January 2020
For the first time in over 30 years, a mighty beanstalk will burst out of Bath Street as Jack and the Beanstalk returns to the King's Theatre Glasgow!
Jack and The Beanstalk
29th November 2019 - 5th January 2020
Get ready for the climb of your life this Christmas, as The Gaiety Theatre proudly presents their spectacular family pantomime... Jack and The Beanstalk!
Kelvingrove Organ Recitals
1st January 2019 - 31st December 2019
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum holds delightful daily recitals by eminent local organists and visiting players!
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!
Meet Father Christmas at Hamleys!
30th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
This winter, prepare to make magical memories as Father Christmas arrives at Hamleys Glasgow to spread festive joy to all!
Mrs Claus at Pollok House
1st December 2019 - 24th December 2019
Enjoy a truly magical family Christmas experience when you bring the children to meet the award-winning Mrs Claus at Pollok House!
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!
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Milngavie
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Milngavie for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto!
SENSEcity Walking Tour
1st January 2019 - 31st December 2019
SENSEcity is a self-guided walking tour around Glasgow, which uncovers the hidden stories from all around Merchant City and much more!
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!
Slang Art
21st November 2019 - 12th January 2020
Continuing our support for local artists, the Variety bar are proud to announce our next free exhibition, 'Slang Art' by Scott Lang!
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!
The Magical Adventures Of Pinocchio
28th November 2019 - 12th January 2020
Classic family pantomime, The Magical Adventures Of Pinocchio, comes to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow this festive season featuring an all star cast!
The Pure Amazing Wiz of Oz
30th November 2019 - 4th January 2020
This Christmas, InsideOut Productions are bringing another of their HILARIOUS, SMASH HIT family pantomimes to Websters Theatre, Glasgow!
Events in Lanarkshire
Beauty and the Beast
17th November 2019 - 5th January 2020
Tickets are now on sale for Motherwell Concert Hall and Theatre's Christmas pantomime, Beauty and the Beast!
Cinderella
29th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Cumbernauld Theatre presents the biggest and best story of them all for Christmas 2019, the magical story of Cinderella!
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!
M&D’s On Ice
23rd November 2019 - 5th January 2020
Enjoy the perfect festive day out at M&D's... skate day and night with family and friends at Scotland’s most magical ice rink!
M&Ds Santas Magical Wonderland
23rd November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Santas Magical Wonderland returns to M&Ds Theme Park for 2019 - it's festive fun for all the family!
Santa’s Reindeer Parade & Grotto
16th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Accompanied by his helpful elves, Father Christmas will swoosh into EK, East Kilbride on his sleigh on Saturday 16th November!
Snow Stories for Wee Ones
23rd November 2019 - 1st February 2020
Snow has fallen and there's a magical world for young children to discover this winter at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre!
Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Christmas at The Glynhill
23rd November 2019 - 4th January 2020
Christmas starts early at The Glynhill Hotel with their Men of Motown Party Night on the 23rd November and continuing through to the 2nd January with their New Year celebrations.
Paisley First WinterFest
23rd November 2019 - 30th December 2019
Paisley First's five week Christmas spectacular, WinterFest is returning to the streets of Paisley town centre this festive season!
Public Skating at intu Braehead
9th November 2019 - 1st April 2020
The festive season is just around the corner and what better way to welcome winter than ice skating at intu Braehead!
Santa and the Snow
16th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Back for another White Christmas, Santa And The Snow will take your child on a journey through Elf School, Santa’s Workshop, Meeting Santa himself and a custom built Snow Play Area!
The Snow Queen
27th November 2019 - 31st December 2019
With a whole host of hilarious characters, fantastic original music, and the liveliest, most energetic chorus of young actors you don't want to miss PACE Youth Theatre's pantomime The Snow Queen!
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!
Breakfast or Tea with Father Christmas at Dobbies Stirling
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Stirling!
Extinction Rebellion Stirling: Climate Cafe
26th November 2019 - 7th January 2020
Come along to The Climate Cafe, a safe and open space to talk and share your emotions and feelings towards the climate crisis. With no pressure or agenda, we focus on your personal wellbeing.
Handmade Exhibition
20th November 2019 - 5th January 2020
Explore our annual Christmas sale of arts and crafts made in Scotland at Macrobert Arts Centre, back for a fifth year, and maybe pick up a Christmas gift or two!
Panto: Fizzgig Theatre presents Sleeping Beauty
30th November 2019 - 30th December 2019
The famous story of a beautiful Princess who falls under the evil Red Fairy’s wicked spell is brought to Mugdock Country Park as Fizzgig Theatre presents Sleeping Beauty!
Rapunzel: A Hair Braiding Adventure
22nd November 2019 - 31st December 2019
Get ready to boo, hiss and singalong at another Macrobert Panto Extravaganza – written by, directed by and starring the fabulous Johnny McKnight!
Real Christmas Trees at the Lodge Forest Visitor Centres
30th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Come and buy a real Christmas tree at The Lodge Forest Visitor Centre, pick up a festive trail quiz and discover what Quercus and friends are doing for Christmas on our waterfall trail.
Remembering Empire
21st November 2019 - 1st October 2020
Are you interested in recent history? Researchers in French studies at the University of Stirling have launched a new free online course called ‘Remembering Empire' and it's open to everyone.
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Stirling
24th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Stirling for an exciting festive experience at Santa's Grotto!
Santa’s Sleigh Light Keeper
26th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Join us at Macrobert Arts Centre for a fun-filled, interactive adventure in this festive show for wee ones and their grown-ups!
Santa’s Woodland Experience
30th November 2019 - 24th December 2019
Santa's Woodland Experience returns to our woodland at North Ballochruin from 30th November until Christmas Eve 2019.
Scotland through a Lens
15th October 2019 - 9th January 2020
Presenting photography from the archive, this exhibition at Stirling Castle explores life in 19th century Scotland.
Stirling Reindeer Trail
14th November 2019 - 3rd January 2020
A herd of colourful reindeer designed by local schoolchildren have flown into Stirling again this year. Pick up a map, complete with clues and find all 20 reindeer for a chance to win an iPad!
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