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Events in Edinburgh

Family Print Club

Selected dates between 26th January 2025 - 30th November 2025

Edinburgh Printmakers' Family Print Club is perfect for children as they explore lots of different printmaking techniques and have fun as well!

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Crafts, Games, Soup!

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 19th December 2025

Enjoy crafts? Or enjoy a boardgame? Or simply would appreciate being in the company of others in a warm, relaxed space with a bowl of soup? Then this is the space for you!

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Men Drawing Men Edinburgh

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 12th December 2025

This monthly untutored life drawing group at The Salisbury Centre gives men the opportunity to come along and draw a male Life model in a friendly, supportive drawing group.

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Guided Looking: An Artwork Audio Described

Selected dates between 20th February 2025 - 18th December 2025

Join Fiona Johnston, audio describer, as she describes various artwork and objects from the Royal Collection at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

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Makers Market

Selected dates between 2nd March 2025 - 7th December 2025

Come along to the Makers Market in Portobello Town Hall for a gorgeous selection of handmade products from local makers!

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Newhailes Market

Selected dates between 15th March 2025 - 21st December 2025

Come along to Newhailes monthly market where you'll find a fine selection of handmade goods; from jams and chutneys to pies and candles!

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Makers Market at Lind & Lime

Selected dates between 29th March 2025 - 30th November 2025

Support The Makers is delighted to return to Lind & Lime in 2025 with up to 28 makers!

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Makers Market at St Giles Cathedral

Selected dates between 3rd April 2025 - 27th November 2025

The Makers Market returns to the iconic St Giles' Cathedral in the heart of Edinburgh in 2025!

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Your Art World

10th May 2025 - 2nd November 2025

Your Art World is a colourful exhibition, showcasing the artwork of creative 3–18-year-olds from across Scotland, at the National Galleries of Scotland: National.

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Sunday Market on the Croft

Selected dates between 6th July 2025 - 21st December 2025

Earth in Common's weekly Sunday markets return to Leith Community Croft, celebrating local, small businesses, and sustainable products and produce.

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Panorama: New Views of a City

9th July 2025 - 21st December 2025

Collective Edinburgh's Panorama programme takes inspiration from the origins of the panorama to explore how we see, move through and understand the city today.

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ARTIST ROOMS

12th July 2025 - 30th November 2025

Discover three of the biggest names in modern and contemporary art at Modern One this summer with a series of free ARTIST ROOMS displays in Edinburgh.

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IKEA: Magical Patterns

18th July 2025 - 17th January 2026

IKEA Museum's Magical Patterns exhibition comes to Dovecot Studios, celebrating 60 years of innovative textile design.

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Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop

Selected dates between 20th July 2025 - 9th November 2025

Join Mud & Marsh Jewellery Design for this two and a half hour Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop for beginners at The Crannie!

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Andy Goldsworthy: Fifty Years

26th July 2025 - 2nd November 2025

This summer, the largest ever indoor exhibition by Andy Goldsworthy will take over the National Galleries of Scotland in the heart of Edinburgh.

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Aqsa Arif: Raindrops of Rani

1st August 2025 - 2nd November 2025

Aqsa Arif's exhibition Raindrops of Rani uses elements of South Asian folklore to explore themes of fractured identity, displacement, and cultural synthesis through fantasy and world-building.

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Robert Powell: Hall of Hours

1st August 2025 - 2nd November 2025

Hall of Hours explores time through Robert Powell's unique imagery capturing humanity's complexity, grandeur, and folly in intricate and thought-provoking compositions.

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Find Out Fridays

Selected dates between 15th August 2025 - 19th December 2025

Explore a different theme each week on Friday afternoons, during school term-time, with our Learning team at the National Museum of Scotland.

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Artphobes Anonymous Workshop

Selected dates between 1st September 2025 - 6th December 2025

Does the thought of drawing a picture on a blank page fill you with a sense of self doubt, frustration and certain failure- before you have even begun? If so, this workshop is for you.

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Royal Rhyme Time

Selected dates between 1st September 2025 - 8th December 2025

Join us in the historic Abbey Strand Centre for our special Royal Rhyme Time sessions for toddlers.

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Unmasked: Exploring Scottish Portraiture

13th September 2025 - 31st May 2026

Featuring examples of painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking and photography, the exhibition at City Art Centre spans almost 400 years of artistic production.

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Reconfigure Life Drawing at Summerhall

16th September 2025 - 17th December 2025

Reconfigure welcomes all ages and all abilities, in an atmosphere of warmth and creativity, at these Life Drawing classes in Summerhall's iconic Anatomy Lecture Theatre.

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Copperplate Majuscules - Half-Day Workshop

Selected dates between 28th September 2025 - 9th November 2025
Linlithgow

Take your calligraphy to the next level with this 4-hour session devoted to majuscules (capital letters), run by Panda Scribes in Linlithgow.

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Knit & Natter

Selected dates between 1st October 2025 - 26th December 2025

The knitting group at Care UK’s Cairdean House, on Redford Road in Colinton, brings together residents and local community members for a monthly morning of crafting and conversation.

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50 Years of Naboland and The Behrens Family

2nd October 2025 - 25th October 2025

This October, The Scottish Gallery is proud to present a landmark double exhibition: 50 Years of Naboland and The Behrens Family!

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The Joy of Noticing

2nd October 2025 - 29th October 2025

The Joy of Noticing is a new exhibition of contemporary landscape paintings by Orla Stevens, showing at Lobby 37, Gleneagles Townhouse from 2nd – 29th October.

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Beneath The Veil

3rd October 2025 - 1st November 2025

Beneath The Veil, an exhibition coinciding with World Mental Health Day, focuses on the work of artists using visual art as a means of expression, exploration, connection, release, and recovery.

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Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park

3rd October 2025 - 2nd November 2025

Join us this October for spook-tacular Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park!

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Shen Xin: Highland Embassy

3rd October 2025 - 21st December 2025

Highland Embassy brings together three projects by artist and filmmaker Shen Xin and is showing at Collective Edinburgh from October to December 2025.

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Family Learning Festival at Museum on the Mound

4th October 2025 - 1st November 2025

Join us at the Museum on the Mound throughout the Family Learning Festival for fun, free family-friendly activities, trails and handling tables!

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Layered Perspectives :: Susan Laughton & Bronwen Sleigh

4th October 2025 - 29th October 2025

Layered Perspectives brings together the work of Susan Laughton and Bronwen Sleigh, two artists whose practices explore the meeting points between architecture, landscape, and abstraction.

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Nature’s Palette, Linda Park & Lesley Skeates

4th October 2025 - 25th October 2025

Join us at The Atelier Gallery for Nature’s Palette, a collaborative exhibition that highlights the artistic talents of Linda Park and Lesley Skeates, two widely acclaimed artists at our gallery!

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Drawing in the Autumn

Selected dates between 5th October 2025 - 9th November 2025

Join Drill Hall based artist Felicity Inkpen for a seasonal series of drawing workshops, suitable for beginners and more experienced artists alike!

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Halloween Kids Creations!

Selected dates between 6th October 2025 - 27th October 2025

Drop in upstairs in our IKEA Edinburgh restaurant where children can craft with our Smaland Creche team.

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Under a Moonlit Sky: Gordon Wilson at Morningside Gallery

11th October 2025 - 26th October 2025

Under a Moonlit Sky is a second solo exhibition of work from Gordon Wilson, a much-loved and widely collected Scottish artist, showing at Morningside Gallery from 11th to 26th October.

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Crafternoons

13th October 2025 - 25th October 2025

Looking for something fun to do with the kids during the October break? Then come along to these FREE arts and crafts sessions at the Scottish Parliament every day (except Sundays)!

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Witches or Healers

13th October 2025 - 31st October 2025

Hear the story of Agnes Sampson, a woman accused of witchcraft and discover the scents of some of the herbs Agnes would have been familiar with as she worked as a local healer.

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Drawing the Italian Renaissance

17th October 2025 - 1st March 2026

This exhibition at The Palace of Holyroodhouse, brings together a wide range of drawings from this revolutionary artistic period, including 45 drawings never exhibited in Scotland before.

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Little Scare-lings at Dobbies Edinburgh

18th October 2025 - 1st November 2025

By order of the Wizarding Council: You're invited to a Halloween tea party of magical proportions at Dobbies Edinburgh this Halloween!

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Little Scare-lings at Dobbies Livingston

18th October 2025 - 1st November 2025

By order of the Wizarding Council: You're invited to a Halloween tea party of magical proportions at Dobbies Livingston this Halloween!

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Picking up the Thread: The Past, Present and Future of Tapestry

20th October 2025 - 14th February 2026

Dovecot is delighted to welcome a wonderful variety of artists to show their work in The British Tapestry Group’s celebration of its 20th anniversary.

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Beginner’s Sewing Class - Weekday Workshop

Selected dates between 21st October 2025 - 28th October 2025

Join us for a full day in the sewing & textile workshop and learn how to use a sewing machine and make a fabulous cushion cover with your newly learned skills.

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Out of Sight Out of Mind Exhibition

22nd October 2025 - 9th November 2025

The biggest mental health art exhibition in Scotland in it's 13th year will present artworks made by 400 people.

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Beneath the Surface: King’s Gallery Short Talks

Selected dates between 23rd October 2025 - 26th February 2026

Join our team at the Palace of Holyroodhouse for weekly gallery talks as part of the exhibition Drawing the Italian Renaissance!

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Bookbinding with Woven Spine Workshop

23rd October 2025

Join Edinburgh based Bookbinder Cass Barron on 23rd October at Dovecot Studios to create a leather or pleather bound sketchbook with a woven spine!

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Above Ground: Andrew Radford & Susie Redman

25th October 2025 - 14th November 2025

This exhibition at Upright Gallery, brings together Andrew Radford's assemblages and Susie Redman's weavings!

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Coburg Print Room

Selected dates between 25th October 2025 - 2nd November 2025

Step into the Coburg Print Room for this dynamic exhibition showcasing bold techniques, fresh voices, and timeless craftsmanship and bringing together emerging and established artists.

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Drawn Together

25th October 2025 - 26th October 2025
Edinburgh South

A powerful exhibition of visual art by local people with lived experience of homelessness, sharing stories often overlooked.

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Haddington Corn Exchange Makers Market

25th October 2025

Don't miss the Makers Market at Haddington Corn Exchange on Saturday 25th October, with a wonderful vibrant selection of amazing local makers, designers and artists!

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Mad Culture

25th October 2025

Join directors Julia Macintosh and Azra Khan at McDonald Road Library on 25th October as they introduce their work in the context of this year's festival theme.

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Storytime Halloween Special: The Ghost, the Cat, and the Loch Ness Mystery

25th October 2025

Join us at Institut français d’Écosse for a spooky and magical storytime on Saturday 25th October!

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Viking Weave Pendant Necklace Workshop

25th October 2025

Learn how to double loop Viking Weave with Leith Jewellery Studios at Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 25th October!

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Watercolor Workshop inspired by Charles Rennie Mackintosh

25th October 2025

Discover the iconic Scottish artist’s delicate floral designs, and learn step by step how to mimic his style in elegant watercolours, all this in a creative and welcoming atmosphere.

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Crafternoons

Selected dates between 26th October 2025 - 20th December 2025

Looking for something fun to do with the kids during the winter? Then come along to these FREE arts and crafts sessions every Saturday at the Scottish Parliament!

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Creating Space

27th October 2025

Creating Space is a creative workshop supporting wellbeing, open to Health All Round participants in Edinburgh.

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Unlikely Architectures by Fraser Taylor

27th October 2025 - 10th November 2025

Showing at Patriothall Gallery from 27th October, 'Unlikely Architectures' presents works by Fraser Taylor, spanning a five-year period and made from direct observations of architecture.

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Paint a Stag at Brewhemia with The Paint Club

28th October 2025

The Paint Club is back with Brewhemia in Edinburgh on 28th October, this time painting a stag in an autumnal forest.

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The Power of Place

28th October 2025

Join artist Ian Macintosh as he delves into place as a compelling subject, exploring how our surroundings have the power to comfort or disturb.

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From the Forest to the Forge: Lachlan Goudie

30th October 2025 - 22nd November 2025

This exhibition will, for the first time, bring together the complete range of works produced by Lachlan Goudie during his fifteen-year painting pilgrimage through Industrial Britain.

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Liminal Exhibition

30th October 2025 - 6th November 2025

Liminal is a collaborative exhibition developed by young people working with the Mental Health Foundation, Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity and artist Louise Fraser!

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Spooktacular Halloween Bash!

30th October 2025

Join IKEA Edinburgh in store for our spooktacular Halloween bash! Get ready for a night of frightening fun and eerie entertainment.

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Two-week Upcycling, Alterations & Repair Class for Clothes

30th October 2025

Whether you want to fix a garment, alter a skirt, or transform a dress into a top or cover up a stain, Jen will teach you the skills to bring new life to your wardrobe.

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Terrazzo Halloween Ghost Tray

31st October 2025

Create a Ghost Masterpiece at this workshop suitable for children and adults on 31st October! All ages from 8+ welcome. Wear your Halloween costume if you wish.

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Terrazzo Halloween Ghost Tray for Children

31st October 2025

Join Polymorphics for a fun workshop where you'll learn to create a spooky Halloween ghost tray with Eco-resin! Suitable for ages 8+.

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Connecting with Wool

1st November 2025

Join Lynne Sneddon in the beautiful surroundings of Dr Neil's Garden on Saturday 1st November to learn how to create your own yarn from scratch!

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Elfyn Lewis :: Galar

1st November 2025 - 26th November 2025

Though primarily abstract, these paintings by Elfin Lewis evoke memories of landscape, rich with atmosphere, shadows and light. Yet they also carry an internal, psychological atmosphere.

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Mortality & Making: Crafting Conversations About Death

1st November 2025

Join us for a taboo-breaking, liberating workshop that explores death through storytelling, coffin crafting, and open conversation.

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Wax Ring Carving Workshop

1st November 2025

Create your own unique ring with Leith Jewellery Studios at Out of the Blue Drill Hall on Saturday 1st November!

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Weekend Woodturning Course

1st November 2025 - 2nd November 2025

This fun and informative weekend at the Chippendale International School of Furniture is one of our most accessible courses to give students a first point of access into woodworking.

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Winter Pressed Flowers Tray Workshop

1st November 2025

In this craft workshop on 1st November, you will learn how to work with Eco-resin, how to mix pigments, make your own design with pressed flowers and turn it into a tray.

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All Write Now

3rd November 2025

Have you ever wanted to try creative writing to support your health and wellbeing? Then come along to All Write Now, a relaxed writing group run by Health All Round.

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Paint a Highland Cow at The Alchemist

3rd November 2025

Join The Paint Club at The Alchemist St James Quarter on 3rd November for a relaxed and creative evening as you paint a highland cow!

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Vulva Monologues Creative Writing Workshop

3rd November 2025

Have you ever wondered what your vulva might say if it wrote a letter? Come along to this event at LifeCare Edinburgh to see what it has to say...

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Intermediate Sewing Class - Full Day Workshop

4th November 2025

Make a gorgeous make-up or wash bag that is lined and has a zipper to close on this Full Day Intermediate Workshop with The Edinburgh Sewcial Club on Tuesday 4th November.

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Parisian Stroll Painting Party at Brew Dog Dog House

4th November 2025

Join The Paint Club on 4th November for a relaxed and creative evening of painting and stroll along through the streets of Paris!

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Cosy and Create: Sip and Paint!

6th November 2025

Come along to IKEA Edinburgh on Thursday 6th November for a creative night as you decorate your own vase to take home – perfect for winter blooms or holiday décor!

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Nurture & Empower

6th November 2025

Explore how art can comfort people with lived experience of social isolation and Alcohol Related Brain Damage (ARBD) in this hands-on event.

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OOSOOM Uncovered

6th November 2025

OOSOOM Uncovered is a unique opportunity to engage with the Out of Sight Out of Mind exhibition’s Planning Group and volunteers. Everyone is welcome to join!

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Needlefelting Birds

7th November 2025

Join Artisan Stitch on 7th November for a Needlefelting Birds Workshop and learn the relaxing art of needle-felting – also known as dry felting or painting with wool.

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The Oor Vyce Gaitherin

7th November 2025

Jyne us on 7th November for a powerful day where the Scots-speaking community comes thegither at Edinburgh’s Scottish Storytelling Centre.

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Eco Resin Earrings - Craft Workshop

8th November 2025

Join Polymorphics and learn how to work with eco resin and how to create colourful earrings for any occasion!

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Myth and the Self: Creative Explorations of Gold and Shadow

8th November 2025

Two creative, experiential dramatherapy-based workshops as part of Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival 2025. Discover the power of myth!

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Stacking Bangles Workshop

8th November 2025

Learn how to make 2 or 3 silver bangles with Leith Jewellery Studios on Saturday 8th November at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall.

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Easy Sundays: The TAM Sessions

9th November 2025

The TAM Sessions is an open and informal trad session, but with the lovely additional invitation to bring your sewing, knitting, crochet, or any other crafting project that you enjoy.

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Garment Making - 3 Week Daytime Class

11th November 2025

Spend 3 consecutive Thursday afternoons in the sewing studio with an expert tutor and make a stunning garment of your choice!

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Clothing Skills Course - Evenings

12th November 2025

Think dressmaking is only about starting from scratch? Think again. This course is for modern makers who want to sew, alter, repair, and upcycle — all with confidence and style.

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Clothing Skills Course - Mornings

12th November 2025

Whether you’re reshaping your wardrobe, reviving old favourites, or cloning a beloved fit, on this course you’ll build the skills to make clothes that truly work for you

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3D2D Newbattle Abbey Christmas Fair

15th November 2025 - 16th November 2025

Returning to this glorious venue, 3D2D Events bring you Christmas at Newbattle Abbey on 15th and 16th November 2025.

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Festive Gold Leaf Tray - Eco-resin Craft Workshop

15th November 2025

Discover eco-friendly resin to create a unique festive tray with gold leaf in this workshop run by Polymorphics on 15th November!

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Open Studios

15th November 2025

Discover creativity at Wasps Riverside House inaugural Open Studios Day! Meet artists, explore their workspaces and experience our newest creative community!

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Festive Terrazzo Mini Tray - Eco-resin Craft Workshop

19th November 2025

Join Polymorphics on 19th November for a magical workshop where you'll learn to craft a stunning mini tray using Eco-resin, just in time for the festive season!

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Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show

22nd November 2025 - 23rd November 2025

The Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show is a great way to get your hands on exciting, affordable artworks from some of Scotland’s finest artists.

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Festive Gold Leaf Bubble Trinket Dish - Eco-resin Craft Workshop

22nd November 2025

In this workshop run by Polymorphics, explore the world of sustainable resin by adding gold leaf to make a beautiful and festive bubble trinket dish!

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Michael Fullerton

22nd November 2025 - 22nd February 2026

A major exhibition by Glasgow-born artist Michael Fullerton comes to the City Arts Centre!

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Tea Green Winter Market: National Galleries of Scotland: National

22nd November 2025 - 23rd November 2025

Join Tea Green for an unforgettable Winter Market at the National Galleries Scotland: National this November!

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The Edinburgh Sketcher at The King’s Gallery

22nd November 2025

Join Mark Kirkham, better known as the Edinburgh Sketcher, to explore Drawing the Italian Renaissance at The King’s Gallery, Edinburgh on 22nd November!

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Festival Fabric Wreath Making Workshop

Selected dates between 23rd November 2025 - 29th November 2025

Enjoy a few hours of crafting and make your own fabric wreath for the Christmas season at this fun wreath making class in Edinburgh.

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Hand Embroidery - Stitched Garden

23rd November 2025

Join Artisan Stitch, Scotland’s leading sewing school, for a joyful hand embroidery workshop for beginners on Sunday 23rd November!

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Learn to Knit Course

25th November 2025

Learn to Knit on this fun, four-week series of two-hour evening classes for complete beginners or those wanting a fresh start at Kathy's Knits!

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Ocean Terminal Christmas Market

27th November 2025 - 24th December 2025

Ocean Terminal Christmas Market is the place to be for a magical indoor shopping experience.

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Christmas Night Market at The Pitt

28th November 2025

Step into a merry mash-up of mistletoe, music and mulled wine as The Pitt transforms into a festive playground of flavour, fun and fashionable market picks!

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Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair

28th November 2025 - 30th November 2025

Enjoy a wonderful festive shopping experience when the annual Christmas Shopping Fair returns to Hopetoun House from 28th to 30th November!

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Terrazzo Christmas Decorations for Children - Eco Resin Craft Workshop

28th November 2025

Join Polymorphics for a magical workshop where children will learn to craft a stunning mini tray using Eco-resin, just in time for the festive season!

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The Night Market UK - Edinburgh Christmas Special

28th November 2025

The Night Market UK returns to our favourite home, The Biscuit Factory, for a winter edition packed with indie spirit, warm vibes, and small business brilliance!

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WinterFest

28th November 2025 - 4th January 2026

Step into the magic of WinterFest and soak up the Christmas spirit at Dalkeith Country Park!

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Beyond Monet & Beyond Van Gogh

29th November 2025 - 4th January 2026

Step into a world of light, colour, and imagination with Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience at the Royal Highland Centre this Christmas!

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Christmas Markets at The Pitt

29th November 2025 - 30th November 2025

Get ready for a weekend of festive cheer as The Pitt transforms into a wintry wonderland of food, fun, and fabulous finds!

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Descriptive Tour: Drawing the Italian Renaissance

29th November 2025

Join us for a special descriptive tour of the Drawing the Italian Renaissance exhibition at The King’s Gallery, Edinburgh, designed for visually impaired and blind visitors.

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Family Drawing Workshop

Selected dates between 29th November 2025 - 20th February 2026

Take inspiration from drawings in our latest exhibition Drawing the Italian Renaissance and join us for a special family drawing workshop.

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Family Yoga: Mixed Age Group

29th November 2025

Taking inspiration from Drawing the Italian Renaissance, join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse for a fun family yoga session full of movement, music, songs and stories.

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Terrazzo Christmas Decorations - Eco-Resin Craft Workshop

29th November 2025

Get into the festive spirit and join Polymorphics for a special workshop where you'll create beautiful terrazzo decorations that will sparkle throughout the holiday season.

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The Eric Liddell Community’s Annual Christmas Craft Fair

29th November 2025

Get into the festive spirit at The Eric Liddell Community's much-loved Christmas Craft Fair on 29th November – a perfect day out for the whole family!

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Festive Wreath-Making Classes

Selected dates between 30th November 2025 - 7th December 2025

Join us for a festive afternoon at Rabble Edinburgh as you craft your own beautiful Christmas wreath under the expert guidance from the Edinburgh Craft Club.

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The Sacred Art of Contemplative Writing

30th November 2025

This workshop, at St Michael and All Saints on Sunday 30th November, is a gentle introduction to contemplative writing practices rooted in sacred tradition and is open to all.

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Festive Wreath Making at Holyroodhouse

1st December 2025

Join florist and Royal Warrant-holder Lottie Longman at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on 1st December to create your own festive wreath to take home!

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Paint a Fox in a Fairylight Forest at The Alchemist

1st December 2025

Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening as you paint a fox in a fairylight forest at The Alchemist Edinburgh on Monday 1st December!

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The Eric Liddell Community’s Lights Switch On

3rd December 2025

Join The Eric Liddell Community for their annual Christmas Lights Switch On event! Gather with friends, family, and neighbours as we light up the community and celebrate together.

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Santa’s Snowy Spectacular!

Selected dates between 4th December 2025 - 18th December 2025

Join us in upstairs in our IKEA restaurant for a holly jolly good time this Winter season! Bring the whole family in for a night full of festive fun, laughter and creativity.

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A Winter Garden: Gelli Printing Workshop

5th December 2025

Celebrate the beauty of the season in this workshop run by Artisan Stitch on 5th December and create unique prints with seedheads, bare branches, and frosted textures become your tools.

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Drawing The Italian Renaissance: A Gallery Late

5th December 2025

Step into the world of Renaissance artistry for a special evening event at our exhibition Drawing the Italian Renaissance.

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Drawing the Italian Renaissance: Curator’s Introduction

Selected dates between 5th December 2025 - 29th January 2026

Join exhibition curator Lauren Porter at The King's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse as she discusses works from Drawing the Italian Renaissance!

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3D2D Assembly Rooms Christmas Fair

6th December 2025 - 7th December 2025

3D2D Events are delighted to be able to once again bring to the Assembly Rooms their spectacular Christmas Fair on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th December!

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MnB Christmas Craft Market

6th December 2025

MnB is returning to Leith Arches for its Christmas market on Saturday 6th December, showcasing the unique and exceptional work of local artisans, designers, and makers.

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Festive Wreath Making Workshop

7th December 2025

Come along to The Three Sisters Edinburgh on Sunday 7th December for this Festive Wreath Making Workshop!

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3D2D Winter in the West End Christmas Market

8th December 2025 - 21st December 2025

Meet the artists, support local businesses and find extraordinary and unique items this Christmas at the 3D2D Winter in the West End Christmas Market in St Johns Episcopal Church!

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Beginners Sewing Course XL

12th December 2025 - 13th December 2025

This 2-day introductory course, run by Artisan Stitch, is a good starting point to learn expert sewing techniques whether you want to progress into dressmaking, soft furnishing or craft projects.

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Christmas Activity Day

13th December 2025

Join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse on 13th December for a fun festive activity for the whole family to enjoy!

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Conservator Talk: Conserving the Campi Cartoon

6th February 2026

Victoria Button, Royal Collection Trust’s Head of Paper Conservation, discusses her work in preparing drawings for presentation in Drawing The Italian Renaissance, on display at The King's Gallery.

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Family Yoga: Early Years

13th February 2026

Taking inspiration from Drawing the Italian Renaissance join us for a fun family yoga session full of movement, music, songs and stories. Suitable for children 16 months to 4 years old.

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Curatorial Talk: The Patrons of the Renaissance

27th February 2026

Join Martin Clayton, Head of Prints and Drawings at Royal Collection Trust, for this lunchtime lecture as he discusses the vital role of patrons in the creation of Italian Renaissance art.

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Flora, Fauna & Fabric, Where Art Meets Fashion!

16th October 2026 - 19th October 2026

Scottish artists/designers Adrienne Kerr and Elizabeth Martin unite their shared love of nature, storytelling, and textile in this exhibition at Dundas Street Gallery!

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Arts And Crafts Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Wednesday Morning - Knitting & Crochet Class - 4 Week Block

Wednesday Morning - Knitting & Crochet Class - 4 Week Block

29th October 2025

Whether you're picking up needles or a hook for the very first time, or looking to build on your existing skills, The Orry Mill's knitting and crochet classes are designed just for you!

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The Community Hub Barrhead: Knit ‘n’ Chat

The Community Hub Barrhead: Knit ‘n’ Chat

Selected dates between 24th September 2025 - 26th November 2025

Do you knit, crochet or stitch or would you like to learn how? The Community Hub Barrhead welcome people of all abilities to join them for their weekly Knit'n' Chat group!

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A Very, Merry, Clarkston Christmas

A Very, Merry, Clarkston Christmas

15th November 2025

One of the most popular festive events in East Renfrewshire, 'A Very, Merry, Clarkston Christmas', makes its return to Clarkston Halls & Car Park on Saturday 15th November!

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Arts And Crafts Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Dairsie Handmade Pottery Decorations

Dairsie Handmade Pottery Decorations

11th November 2025

Join us at Dairsie Memorial Hall for a morning of creative bliss and create our own handmade pottery decorations, with artist and workshop tutor Deborah Cameron!

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From These Parts: Scotland, Art and Identity

From These Parts: Scotland, Art and Identity

18th October 2025 - 15th February 2026

Join us at Wardlaw Museum for this exhibition and uncover Scotland’s identity through the creativity of its artists!

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Kurinuki Workshop

Kurinuki Workshop

8th November 2025

Join tutor Kevin Morris at Forgan Arts Centre for this one day workshop to learn Kurinuki, a Japanese pottery technique where solid pieces of clay are shaped and hollowed out by carving.

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Arts And Crafts Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

3D2D Glasgow Christmas Fair

3D2D Glasgow Christmas Fair

15th November 2025 - 16th November 2025

Don't miss the annual 3D2D Glasgow Christmas Fair, a celebration of craftsmanship, creativity and community, at the Trades Hall on Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th November!

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Jesmonite Bum Pot Workshop

Jesmonite Bum Pot Workshop

Selected dates between 4th October 2025 - 10th December 2025

Join Braw Wee Craft Club for their Jesmonite Workshop and you'll go home with a couple of coasters or tea light holders and your own Bum Pot!

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Nu Gen: Art Group

Nu Gen: Art Group

Selected dates between 26th August 2025 - 16th December 2025

Platform Glasgow's weekly arts group challenges 11 - 16 year olds to make artwork that represents their interests, exploring identity and what it’s like to be a teenager today!

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Arts And Crafts Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Bothwell Market

Bothwell Market

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 20th December 2025

SHS Events bring their wonderful markets to Bothwell twice a month on the first and third Saturdays featuring artisan crafts, fresh produce, unique gifts, handmade items and tasty street food!

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Wylde Thistle Winter Artisan Market

Wylde Thistle Winter Artisan Market

23rd November 2025

Featuring a selection of local makers, bakers and creators, get into the festive feeling, at Wylde Thistle's Winter Artisan Market at the David Livingston Birthplace on Sunday 23rd November!

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Handmade Journals Creative Art Workshop Experience and Lunch

Handmade Journals Creative Art Workshop Experience and Lunch

23rd October 2025

Escape into the creative world of books and art and create something truly beautiful on this Handmade Journals Creative Art Workshop Experience at Crossbasket Castle.

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Arts And Crafts Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Children’s Art Classes

Children’s Art Classes

Selected dates between 10th September 2025 - 20th December 2025

Come along to our weekly Kids Art Classes (5-12yrs) where you will make new friends in these chilled out sessions creating an artwork of your choosing!

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Beginners Sewing Course

Beginners Sewing Course

Selected dates between 4th November 2025 - 1st December 2025

Always wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine but just don’t know where to start? Then this four-week course from Thimbleberry Sewing could be the answer!

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Paisley Patchers Evening Programme

Paisley Patchers Evening Programme

Selected dates between 2nd September 2024 - 1st December 2025

Interested in quilting? Paisley Patchers meet on the first Monday of each month in Paisley North Church, no experience is necessary all levels welcome!

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Arts And Crafts Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Introduction to Stained Glass with Angela Steel - Weekend Workshops

Introduction to Stained Glass with Angela Steel - Weekend Workshops

Selected dates between 1st November 2025 - 22nd November 2025

Join Angela Steel from Mosaic & Glass at Studio 164 in Falkirk to create a traditional painted stained glass panel to hang in your window!

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Beginners Willow Basketry

Beginners Willow Basketry

2nd December 2025

Join master basket weaver Anna Liebmann at Central Scotland School of Craft a fun and sociable days of beginners willow basketry!

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Christmas Crochet

Christmas Crochet

29th November 2025

Join us at Central Scotland School of Craft for a fun and festive Christmas Crochet Workshop with friendly expert instructor Cynthia!

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Events in Other Areas

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 7th December 2025

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for 2025 to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!

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Largs Market

Largs Market

Selected dates between 1st March 2025 - 20th December 2025

You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!

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Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival

Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival

20th October 2025 - 9th November 2025
Nationwide

The Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival (SMHAF) is back from 20th October to 9th November 2025, exploring the theme of Comfort & Disturb.

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Christmas At Culzean

Christmas At Culzean

Selected dates between 6th December 2025 - 14th December 2025

Join the team at Culzean Castle & Country Park in December for lots of seasonal fun including a visit from Father Christmas, festive trails, a Christmas Market and live music from local choirs!

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