Christmas And New Year events in Edinburgh
View all the upcoming Christmas And New Year events taking place throughout Edinburgh below or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Edinburgh
Recitals for Wrigglers
15th September 2019
Join us in the Palace of Holyroodhouse as Recitals for Wrigglers returns for another family-friendly concert in the Great Gallery! Read more
Edinburgh Vegan Festival 2019
10th November 2019
Edinburgh Vegan Festival will land at Murrayfield in 2019 with hundreds of stalls, talks and entertainment for the whole family! Read more
Christmas Market
24th November 2019
Get ahead of the crowds this Christmas and support our dogs and cats by visiting the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home annual Christmas Market on 24th November! Read more
Big Big Christmas Party Nights
29th November 2019
Join us at Edinburgh Corn Exchange as our Big Big Christmas Party Nights return for 2019, bigger and better than ever before! 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
Big Big Christmas Party Nights
30th November 2019
Join us at Edinburgh Corn Exchange as our Big Big Christmas Party Nights return for 2019, bigger and better than ever before! Read more
Disney’s The Lion King
5th December 2019 - 9th February 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
Big Big Christmas Party Nights
6th December 2019
Join us at Edinburgh Corn Exchange as our Big Big Christmas Party Nights return for 2019, bigger and better than ever before! Read more
Big Big Christmas Party Nights
7th December 2019
Join us at Edinburgh Corn Exchange as our Big Big Christmas Party Nights return for 2019, bigger and better than ever before! Read more
Christmas 2O19: Scottish Ballet The Snow Queen
7th December 2019 - 29th December 2019
Scottish Ballet’s 50th year will come to a spectacular close with the world premiere of The Snow Queen this Christmas at the Festival Theatre! Read more
Big Big Christmas Party Nights
13th December 2019
Join us at Edinburgh Corn Exchange as our Big Big Christmas Party Nights return for 2019, bigger and better than ever before! Read more
Big Big Christmas Party Nights
14th December 2019
Join us at Edinburgh Corn Exchange as our Big Big Christmas Party Nights return for 2019, bigger and better than ever before! Read more
Love Actually with Live Orchestra
15th December 2019
Following a sold out 2018 tour, Love Actually will once again be screened live across the UK with a full orchestra performing its enchanting score – just in time for Christmas! Read more
Big Big Christmas Party Nights
20th December 2019
Join us at Edinburgh Corn Exchange as our Big Big Christmas Party Nights return for 2019, bigger and better than ever before! Read more
Big Big Christmas Party Nights
21st December 2019
Join us at Edinburgh Corn Exchange as our Big Big Christmas Party Nights return for 2019, bigger and better than ever before! Read more
Panto-Crime! Festive Murder Mystery Dinner
21st December 2019
"Look Out, They're Behind You!" Whodunnit Events invites your to a festive murder mystery that's fun for all the family! Read more
Hogmanay Ceilidhs
31st December 2019
Edinburgh Ceilidhs invite you to their Hogmanay Ceilidhs on 31st December in Lauriston Hall. Read more
Events in East Renfrewshire
Crimbo Crafternoon
1st December 2019
Deck your halls with your very own festive creations this winter thanks to the Whitelee Countryside Rangers!
Dalmeny Park Hotel Christmas Party Nights
7th December 2019
This festive season, come and jingle the night away at one of Dalmeny Park Hotel's Christmas Party Nights!
Dalmeny Park Hotel Christmas Party Nights
13th December 2019
This festive season, come and jingle the night away at one of Dalmeny Park Hotel's Christmas Party Nights!
Dalmeny Park Hotel Christmas Party Nights
14th December 2019
This festive season, come and jingle the night away at one of Dalmeny Park Hotel's Christmas Party Nights!
Dalmeny Park Hotel Christmas Party Nights
20th December 2019
This festive season, come and jingle the night away at one of Dalmeny Park Hotel's Christmas Party Nights!
Dalmeny Park Hotel Christmas Party Nights
21st December 2019
This festive season, come and jingle the night away at one of Dalmeny Park Hotel's Christmas Party Nights!
Events in Fife
Jack And The Beanstalk
7th December 2019 - 4th January 2020
Head into the clouds from December 2019 at the Adam Smith Theatre, with the magical festive pantomime, Jack and The Beanstalk!
Aladdin
10th December 2019 - 28th December 2019
The Alhambra Theatre Trust presents the 2019 Christmas Panto 'Aladdin' from 10th to 28th December.
Red Hot Chilli Pipers
30th December 2019
Don't miss the Red Hot Chilli Pipers, with their fusion of traditional pipe tunes and contemporary anthems, at the Alhambra Theatre on 30th December!
Events in Glasgow
Champagne v Sparkling Wine Tasting
28th June 2019
Enjoy a fun, Friday night fizz tasting with wine expert Master of Wine Rose Murray Brown to guide you!
How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical
13th November 2019 - 17th November 2019
Discover the magic of Dr. Seuss' classic story 'How The Grinch Stole Christmas' when it comes to life on stage at the SEC Armadillo, Glasgow in November!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
16th November 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
17th November 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
21st November 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Country Living Christmas Fair
21st November 2019 - 24th November 2019
Get in the festive spirit when the Country Living Magazine Christmas Fair returns to the SEC Glasgow between the 21st and 24th November 2019!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
22nd November 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
23rd November 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Glasgow Vegan Christmas Festival
23rd November 2019 - 24th November 2019
The Glasgow Vegan Christmas Festival will see two days of exciting cookery demos, inspirational talks, interactive workshops and children's activities come to the Trades Hall on November 23rd & 24th!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
24th November 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
28th November 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
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!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
29th November 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
30th November 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
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!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
1st December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Live In Concert
2nd December 2019
Legendary Hollywood composer Danny Elfman brings Tim Burton's iconic The Nightmare Before Christmas Live In Concert to the UK for the very first time! See it at The SSE Hydro on December 2nd 2019!
Love Actually with Live Orchestra
3rd December 2019
Following a sold out 2018 tour, Love Actually will once again be screened live across the UK with a full orchestra performing its enchanting score – just in time for Christmas!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
5th December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Party Nights With The George Bowie Experience
5th December 2019
This festive season, George Bowie will once more electrify Hilton Glasgow's Ballroom with his GBX anthems – this year for 90 spectacular minutes!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
6th December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Party Nights With The George Bowie Experience
6th December 2019
This festive season, George Bowie will once more electrify Hilton Glasgow's Ballroom with his GBX anthems – this year for 90 spectacular minutes!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
7th December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Children’s Classic Concerts: Santa’s Workshop
7th December 2019
Children’s Classic Concerts: Can the hard-working elves of the RSNO, talented dancers of the Manor School of Ballet and the lovely audience use the gift of music to get Christmas back on track?
Panto-Crime! Festive Murder Mystery Dinner
7th December 2019
"Look Out, They're Behind You!" Whodunnit Events invites your to a festive murder mystery that's fun for all the family at Cathedral House Hotel!
Party Nights With The George Bowie Experience
7th December 2019
This festive season, George Bowie will once more electrify Hilton Glasgow's Ballroom with his GBX anthems – this year for 90 spectacular minutes!
Pinocchio
7th December 2019 - 4th January 2020
The much loved children's classic Pinocchio comes to life this Christmas at Tramway courtesy of the Citizens Theatre and the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
8th December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Christmas Victorian Stories
8th December 2019
Join us for a festive afternoon at Pollok House celebrating the Victorian Christmas tradition of telling ghost stories!
Party Nights With The George Bowie Experience
8th December 2019
This festive season, George Bowie will once more electrify Hilton Glasgow's Ballroom with his GBX anthems – this year for 90 spectacular minutes!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
12th December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Party Nights With The George Bowie Experience
12th December 2019
This festive season, George Bowie will once more electrify Hilton Glasgow's Ballroom with his GBX anthems – this year for 90 spectacular minutes!
yuletide circle: Christmas Wreath Workshop
12th December 2019
Discover the fresh and fragrant materials synonymous with the festive season and revel in the delights of Christmas home decoration at Days of Dahlia's Christmas Wreath Workshop!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
13th December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Party Nights With The George Bowie Experience
13th December 2019
This festive season, George Bowie will once more electrify Hilton Glasgow's Ballroom with his GBX anthems – this year for 90 spectacular minutes!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
14th December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Christmas Afternoon Tea on The Red Bus Bistro
14th December 2019
Book now for DEBRA's fantastic new event, Christmas Afternoon Tea on The Red Bus Bistro, and enjoy a tour of Glasgow accompanied with live entertainment!
Elf - A Christmas Spectacular
14th December 2019 - 15th December 2019
ELF, the hit West End and Broadway musical based on the Hollywood blockbuster movie starring Will Ferrell, is to be supersized into a festive spectacular and it's coming to Glasgow this Christmas!
Fizzgig Theatre presents Cinderella
14th December 2019 - 15th December 2019
Come and meet Cinderella and many more colourful characters in this hour-long Fizzgig Panto at Pollok House!
Party Nights With The George Bowie Experience
14th December 2019
This festive season, George Bowie will once more electrify Hilton Glasgow's Ballroom with his GBX anthems – this year for 90 spectacular minutes!
Peter Pan
14th December 2019 - 31st December 2019
Take a fairy tale flight to Neverland as the Jolly Roger navigates the perilous high seas and throws anchor in the Clyde for another unmissable festive season in Glasgow!
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
14th December 2019 - 31st December 2019
For the first time ever, the SEC Armadillo's annual pantomime will be the magical tale 'Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs'!
yuletide hearth: Seasonal Garland Workshop
14th December 2019
Discover the fresh and fragrant materials synonymous with the festive season and revel in the delights of Christmas home decoration at Days of Dahlia's Seasonal Garland Workshop!
yuletide table: Festive Centrepiece Workshop
14th December 2019
Discover the fresh and fragrant materials synonymous with the festive season and revel in the delights of Christmas home decoration at Days of Dahlia's Festive Centrepiece Workshop!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
15th December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Panto-Crime! A Festive Murder Mystery Dinner Party
15th December 2019
You're invited to an alternative pantomime, a festive murder mystery dinner party, where someone will not make it to the ball... who will have the final sleigh?
Party Nights With The George Bowie Experience
15th December 2019
This festive season, George Bowie will once more electrify Hilton Glasgow's Ballroom with his GBX anthems – this year for 90 spectacular minutes!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
16th December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
17th December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
18th December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
19th December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Party Nights With The George Bowie Experience
19th December 2019
This festive season, George Bowie will once more electrify Hilton Glasgow's Ballroom with his GBX anthems – this year for 90 spectacular minutes!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
20th December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Party Nights With The George Bowie Experience
20th December 2019
This festive season, George Bowie will once more electrify Hilton Glasgow's Ballroom with his GBX anthems – this year for 90 spectacular minutes!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
21st December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Party Nights With The George Bowie Experience
21st December 2019
This festive season, George Bowie will once more electrify Hilton Glasgow's Ballroom with his GBX anthems – this year for 90 spectacular minutes!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
22nd December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
Panto-Crime! A Festive Afternoon Tea Murder Mystery
22nd December 2019
"Look Out, They're Behind You!" Whodunnit Events invites your to a festive murder mystery that's fun for all the family at Number 10 Hotel!
Party Nights With The George Bowie Experience
22nd December 2019
This festive season, George Bowie will once more electrify Hilton Glasgow's Ballroom with his GBX anthems – this year for 90 spectacular minutes!
Art On the Exchange Festive Markets
23rd December 2019
Art On Scotland invites you to visit their festive market, Art On the Exchange, in Royal Exchange Square!
The Steamie
29th December 2019 - 31st December 2019
Tony Roper's classic show, The Steamie, is coming to The SSE Hydro in December 2019 and it's bigger, better and STEAMIER than ever!
Grandpa’s Great Escape
3rd January 2020
The first ever stage adaptation of Grandpa's Great Escape, the exhilarating No.1 bestselling children's book by David Walliams, is coming to The SSE Hydro!
Events in Lanarkshire
The Crafters Roadshow - East Kilbride
8th August 2019
Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers at The Crafters Roadshow at EK, East Kilbride!
The Crafters Roadshow - East Kilbride
9th August 2019
Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers at The Crafters Roadshow at EK, East Kilbride!
The Crafters Roadshow - East Kilbride
10th August 2019
Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers at The Crafters Roadshow at EK, East Kilbride!
The Crafters Roadshow - East Kilbride
11th August 2019
Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers at The Crafters Roadshow at EK, East Kilbride!
The Crafters Roadshow - East Kilbride
10th October 2019
Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers at The Crafters Roadshow at EK, East Kilbride!
The Crafters Roadshow - East Kilbride
11th October 2019
Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers at The Crafters Roadshow at EK, East Kilbride!
The Crafters Roadshow - East Kilbride
12th October 2019
Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers at The Crafters Roadshow at EK, East Kilbride!
The Crafters Roadshow - East Kilbride
13th October 2019
Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers at The Crafters Roadshow at EK, East Kilbride!
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!
Aladdin
30th November 2019 - 8th December 2019
Hitch a lift on a magic carpet and fly off to Old Peking for a roller coaster ride of thrills and spills when Aladdin comes to the Town House, Hamilton this Christmas!
Festive Party Night - Made in Scotland
30th November 2019
Enjoy a great night out with friends or family at The Tinto Hotel's Made In Scotland Festive Party Night on Saturday 30th November!
Cinderella
4th December 2019 - 22nd December 2019
Studio32 return to the Arts Centre with the fairy godmother of all pantomimes... Cinderella, packed full of action, comedy, romance and songs you'll be humming all the way home!
Christmas with Kilbryde: Christmas Party Night
6th December 2019
Celebrate Christmas with Kilbryde Hospice at their Christmas Party Night on Friday the 6th of December in the Holiday Inn, East Kilbride!
Jackie and the Baked Bean Stock
7th December 2019 - 8th December 2019
From the producers that brought you last year's hit panto, Snow White and the Seven Wee Muppets, Insideout Theatre Productions proudly presents Jackie and the Baked Bean Stock at Lanark Memorial Hall!
Christmas Fair at the Farm
8th December 2019
Celebrate Christmas down on the farm with festive donkeys and a visit to Santa and his tractor-driving elf at the award-winning National Museum of Rural Life!
Festive Party Night - 80s Tribute
14th December 2019
Enjoy a great night out with friends or family at The Tinto Hotel's 80s Festive Party Night on Saturday 14th December!
Breakfast or Lunch with Santa
15th December 2019
Castlecary Hotel are inviting Father Christmas back on Sunday 15th December for their very popular breakfast or lunch with Santa events!
Red Hot Chilli Pipers
15th December 2019
This festive season it's time to come close to the fire, join Red Hot Chilli Pipers as they return to Motherwell Concert Hall on December 15th!
Jackie and the Baked Bean Stock
19th December 2019 - 29th December 2019
From the producers that brought you last year's hit panto, Snow White and the Seven Wee Muppets, Insideout Theatre Productions proudly presents Jackie and the Baked Bean Stock at EK Village Theatre!
Festive Party Night - 90s v 00s Tribute
21st December 2019
Enjoy a great night out with friends or family at The Tinto Hotel's 90s v 00s Festive Party Night on Saturday 21st December!
Hogmanay Gala - Dinner Dance
31st December 2019
Enjoy a great night out with friends or family and bring in the New Year at The Tinto Hotel's Hogmanay Gala Dinner Dance!
Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Paisley Christmas Lights Switch On
16th November 2019
Paisley's Christmas Lights will be switched on during an event in the town centre on Saturday 16th November, it's going to be full of festive family fun!
Renfrew Christmas Lights Switch On
23rd November 2019
Head into Renfrew on Saturday 23rd November for a day of festive fun for all the family at the Christmas Lights Switch On!
Johnstone Christmas Lights Switch On
30th November 2019
Get down to Houston Square in Johnstone on Saturday 30th November for a day of festive fun for the whole family!
Panto-Crime! Festive Murder Mystery Dinner
19th December 2019
"Look Out, They're Behind You!" Whodunnit Events invites you to a festive murder mystery that's fun for all the family at the Glynhill Hotel!
Events in Stirling and Falkirk
Scotland’s National Hero
19th June 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Scotland’s National Hero
26th June 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Scotland’s National Hero
3rd July 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Scotland’s National Hero
10th July 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Scotland’s National Hero
17th July 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Scotland’s National Hero
24th July 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Scotland’s National Hero
31st July 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Scotland’s National Hero
7th August 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Scotland’s National Hero
14th August 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Scotland’s National Hero
21st August 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Scotland’s National Hero
28th August 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Scotland’s National Hero
4th September 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Scotland’s National Hero
18th September 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Scotland’s National Hero
25th September 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
Scotland’s National Hero
16th October 2019
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
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!
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!
Christmas Wreath Making
7th December 2019
Get yourself into the festive spirit this December by getting hands on with natural materials and making your own seasonal wreath.
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