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Events in Edinburgh

Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!

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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt

1st January 2025 - 24th December 2025

Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kevock Garden

1st January 2025 - 29th December 2025
Lasswade

This wonderful hillside garden has magnificent views over the North Esk Valley with a wide diversity of plants and has featured in many magazine articles and gardening programmes.

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Arthur’s Secrets

Selected dates between 14th January 2025 - 30th September 2025

Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

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Monumental Treasure Hunt: West Princes Street Gardens

18th January 2025 - 27th November 2025

Welcome to the Monument-al Treasure Hunt in West Princes Street Gardens Edinburgh, a cultural & historical exploration for children & adults of all ages to enjoy.

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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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Portobello Local Market

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 6th December 2025
Portobello

Portobello Local Market is a much loved monthly event for truly local food, drink and crafts, held in Brighton Park!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House

4th February 2025 - 31st July 2025
Musselburgh

Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises!

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West Linton Market

Selected dates between 1st March 2025 - 6th December 2025
West Linton

A monthly market for West Linton, held on the first Saturday of the month, showcasing artisan foods, produce and crafts!

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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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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House

5th March 2025 - 24th September 2025
Various Locations East Lothian

The garden at Stobshiel House is effectively split into four main parts and the extensive collection of shrubs and mature trees offer a fantastic backdrop during all seasons.

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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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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Humbie Dean

Selected dates between 19th March 2025 - 27th August 2025
Various Locations East Lothian

Come and visit Humbie Dean, a two-acre ornamental and woodland garden sandwiched between two burns at 600 feet with interest throughout a long season!

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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs

23rd March 2025 - 19th December 2025

Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.

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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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Conservation Hangar Talks

1st April 2025 - 29th March 2026

See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst

1st April 2025 - 30th September 2025
Edinburgh South

Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.

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RSPB Scotland at Lauriston Castle

Selected dates between 3rd April 2025 - 19th July 2025

Come and visit the RSPB stand at Lauriston Castle to find out how we are giving nature a home and how you can get involved.

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Arthur’s Amble

Selected dates between 27th April 2025 - 28th September 2025

Come along for a gentle guided walk around Hunter’s Bog and St. Margaret’s Loch and learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

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Kids Japanese After School Club Ages 7-12: Language, Crafts & Culture

1st May 2025 - 23rd December 2025
Edinburgh South

Led by Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior, this Kids Japanese After School Club transforms screen-based self-study into real-world interactive learning with crafts, games, and cultural fun.

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Nurture Through Nature with Children’s Books

1st May 2025 - 7th September 2025

Delve into the Museum of Childhood’s book collection and explore the links between wellbeing and nature introduced to us through books from an early age.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 101 Greenbank Crescent

1st May 2025 - 31st August 2025
Edinburgh South

101 Greenbank Crescent hides a fascinating garden on a steeply sloped site, with views over Braidburn Valley Park to the Pentland hills.

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A Spoonful of Vintage

Selected dates between 4th May 2025 - 5th October 2025

A Spoonful of Vintage is back with a fantastic line-up of hand-picked, authentic vintage traders at Bellfield, Portobello!

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High Speed Seafari Adventure

Selected dates between 4th May 2025 - 21st September 2025
South Queensferry

Experience the thrill of the Firth of Forth on Maid of the Forth's 1-hour RIB trips! Perfect for adventure-seekers and nature lovers alike.

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The Steading Rosewell Farmers Market

Selected dates between 4th May 2025 - 3rd August 2025

The Steading Rosewell Farmers Market is launching on Sunday 4th May 2025, bringing the community together to enjoy a vibrant market!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Bridgend Farmhouse Community Allotments

Selected dates between 10th May 2025 - 20th July 2025
Edinburgh South

Discover a hidden gem in South Edinburgh, under the backdrop of Arthur's Seat, a peaceful community growing space where everyone is welcome!

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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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Singaporean Supper Night

Selected dates between 23rd May 2025 - 19th September 2025

New for 2025! Ruzita returns after the sell-out Malaysian Supper Night to bring you authentic Singaporean cuisine!

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Pawhemia

Selected dates between 1st June 2025 - 10th August 2025

On the second Sunday of every month, Brewhemia throws open the doors of the grand Beer Palace to welcome dogs and their devoted humans for a day of delicious dining, belly rubs and tail-wagging joy!

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The Meadows Tour

Selected dates between 7th June 2025 - 27th September 2025

Returning after a short Spring special, this highly popular 1-hour walking tour of Edinburgh's Meadows is a unique little experience.

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Ice Cream Breakfast Mornings

Selected dates between 8th June 2025 - 14th September 2025

Fancy a wee treat? Join Ms Crème De La Cream's breakfast ice cream taster sessions at Stockbridge market.

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A Trail of Burke & Hare

11th June 2025 - 31st December 2025

Follow a tale from Edinburgh's fascinating history as you journey through the very sites and locations where it all took place on outdoor escape room, A Trail of Burke & Hare!

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Let’s Forget

14th June 2025 - 30th August 2025

Known for his high-profile sculptures, Scottish sculptor Kenny Hunter brings his contemporary works to The Fine Art Society in Edinburgh this summer.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Claremont

Selected dates between 22nd June 2025 - 20th July 2025
Whitburn

Claremont is an eclectic garden created over the past 18 years. There are three ponds (one very large), a rockery, a dovecot, rose patio and a few interesting trees including a grand monkey puzzle.

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IKEA Funland - Kids Summer Saviours Quest

27th June 2025 - 12th August 2025

BJÖRN bear needs your help! Help him track down some IKEA essentials, to help him get ready for a summer of FUN!

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Kids Go FREE at Hopetoun House this Summer!

27th June 2025 - 31st August 2025

BIG NEWS! This July and August, children aged 15 and under can explore Hopetoun House and Grounds absolutely FREE with a paying adult.

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Crafternoons

28th June 2025 - 30th August 2025

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

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RZSS Summer School

30th June 2025 - 25th July 2025

Discover amazing animals and cultures from around the world and connect with nature at the RZSS Summer School at Edinburgh Zoo!

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Summer CAT

30th June 2025 - 25th July 2025

Summer CAT is based out of Edinburgh Zoo’s Wildlife Garden where children spend all day outside getting mucky and getting hands on with conservation!

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Summer Surf Camp

30th June 2025 - 29th August 2025

These week-long surf camps at Lost Shore Surf Resort are the perfect way for young surfers to build confidence, learn new skills, and fall in love with the surf.

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The Wild Outdoors Summer Camps - St George’s School

30th June 2025 - 25th July 2025

Discover the magic of summer at The Wild Outdoors Camps nestled in the breathtaking grounds of St. Georges School, perfect for energetic adventurers primary school aged!

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The Wild Outdoors Summer Camps at ESMS

30th June 2025 - 15th August 2025

Come join The Wild Outdoors for some fun this Summer, filled with excitement, learning and lifelong memories, perfect for energetic adventurers primary school aged!

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Wallace & Gromit: All Systems Go

30th June 2025 - 31st August 2025

For the first time in Scotland, join beloved national treasures Wallace & Gromit for an unforgettable, interactive augmented reality experience this summer at Dynamic Earth.

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Board Game Fika!

Selected dates between 1st July 2025 - 12th August 2025

Dive into an array of board games here at IKEA Edinburgh and enjoy an afternoon filled with laughter, bonding and unforgettable memories!

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Adult and Child Crochet Workshop

Selected dates between 2nd July 2025 - 30th July 2025

This workshop at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall is a great way for kids to get started with a creative and mindful hobby, crocheting!

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IKEA Funland - Crafternoon’s at IKEA Edinburgh

Selected dates between 2nd July 2025 - 6th August 2025

Join us in our customer restaurant at IKEA Edinburgh and let the Children create their own summer crafts!

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The Lions LIVE at Angels Share

Selected dates between 2nd July 2025 - 2nd August 2025

Join us at Angels Share, Edinburgh's number 1 bar for live rugby, for all of the Lions action this Summer!

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Wee One Wednesdays

Selected dates between 2nd July 2025 - 27th August 2025

IKEA Edinburgh is inviting all parents, carers and wee ones to our customer restaurant for our weekly Wednesday morning meetups.

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Breakfast with Bjorn

Selected dates between 3rd July 2025 - 7th August 2025

Join the IKEA Edinburgh team in their customer restaurant for breakfast with their special guest BJÖRN Bear!

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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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Board Game Breakfast!

Selected dates between 7th July 2025 - 11th August 2025

Dive into an array of board games here at IKEA Edinburgh! Enjoy a morning filled with laughter, bonding and unforgettable memories!

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Dinosaurs roar to life in a Jurassic takeover at Livingston Designer Outlet

7th July 2025 - 20th July 2025

Step into a Jurassic world of fun this summer at Livingston Designer Outlet where guests can enjoy a host of dinosaur-themed events, making it the ultimate day out to remember!

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Little Plaza Summer Multi-Activities Camp

7th July 2025 - 31st July 2025

Little Plaza in Leith is hosting a Multi-Activity Summer Camp on weekdays from July 7th to 31st, it's perfect for children aged 6–10 years!

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Monday Makes

Selected dates between 7th July 2025 - 25th August 2025

This summer, join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse every Monday in the Great Gallery to make your very own trinket box to take home.

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Multi Activities - Summer Camp

7th July 2025 - 31st July 2025

Little Plaza’s All-in-One Kids Summer Camp is back, offering the perfect blend of fun and educational activities in a small, nurturing environment!

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Summer Outdoor Club

7th July 2025 - 1st August 2025

Dynamic Earth’s Summer Outdoor Club is back. Join us for fun and adventure in Holyrood Park, perfect for kids aged between 7 to 12 who love being outdoors and exploring the natural world!

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Holyrood Family Adventure

Selected dates between 9th July 2025 - 4th August 2025

Discover more about Holyrood's wildlife, history and volcanic landscape with these fun filled sessions in the dramatic landscape of Holyrood Park.

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Into The Wild - A Collaborative Art Exhibition

9th July 2025 - 27th July 2025

Into The Wild, a Collaborative Art Exhibition hosted by Edinburgh-based artists Dani Cleeland, Dee Raspin, & Jim McGregor, is showing at Leith Makers from 9th to 27th July!

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Kids Japanese Summer Holiday Camp

14th July 2025 - 18th July 2025
Edinburgh South

Due to high demand, Wee Joys Japanese Language has created a one-of-a-kind summer camp designed exclusively for young language enthusiasts and fans of Japanese culture aged 7-12!

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Summer Family Fun

14th July 2025 - 1st August 2025

Drop-in for some holiday fun and games at the National Museum of Scotland this summer.

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The Wild Outdoors Summer Camps - Colinton Road

14th July 2025 - 8th August 2025

Come join The Wild Outdoors for some fun this Summer, filled with excitement, learning and lifelong memories, perfect for energetic adventurers primary school aged!

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Woodland Explorers at Jupiter Artland

Selected dates between 16th July 2025 - 6th August 2025

Join our Woodland Explorers for a jam-packed day exploring art and nature amongst the wild trees and sculptures at Jupiter Artland this summer!

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Creepy Cramond Ghost Walk

18th July 2025
Cramond

Get ready to explore the haunted history of Cramond with North Edinburgh Nightmares' knowledgeable guides... Whether you're a believer or a skeptic, this event is sure to send shivers down your spine!

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Edinburgh Folk & Food Festival

18th July 2025 - 27th July 2025

The Edinburgh Food Festival is back at Assembly George Square Gardens and has expanded to include live folk music.

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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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Haunted Leith Ghost Walk

19th July 2025
Leith

Join North Edinburgh Nightmares on a hair-raising ghost walk through the historic back streets of Leith on Saturday 19th July!

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How to draw your dragon

19th July 2025

Discover a wealth of dragons from around the world in this fun family workshop at the National Library of Scotland on Saturday 19th July!

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Moonwake Beer 4th Birthday Party

19th July 2025 - 20th July 2025

In celebration of Moonwake turning four, we invite you to a massive birthday party at the brewery on the weekend of 19th & 20th July!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Amisfield Walled Garden

19th July 2025 - 20th July 2025
Haddington

Amisfield Walled Garden is a large 18th-century walled garden, abandoned for many years and since transformed by volunteers.

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Sea Shanties at Trinity House

19th July 2025

Join traditional Scots singer Joss Cameron at Trinity House on 19th July and learn about the history of sea shanties before having a go at singing your own seafaring songs!

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Traditional Ceilidh Concert

19th July 2025

Comunn Tìr nam Beann invites you to a traditional Ceilidh Concert on Saturday 19th July at Augustine United Church!

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YOYO Family Party

19th July 2025

Come along to Room At The Top as we head back to the YOYO days... with a massive party lined up from family bingo to mascot visits. It's a great family day out!

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International Moon Day

20th July 2025

To mark the anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, Dynamic Earth is celebrating International Moon Day on Sunday 20th July with a day of free, family-friendly, lunar-inspired activities!

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Kids Brunch: Princess Party - CANCELLED

20th July 2025

A sprinkle of fairy dust, a swirl of magic, and a tea party like no other… the Kids Brunch Klub: Princess Brunch is landing at Brewhemia!

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Scottish Festival of Motoring

20th July 2025

The Scottish Festival of Motoring returns to the Royal Highland Centre Edinburgh on Sunday 20th July 2025, it's a must go event for all the family!

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Kids’ Summer Sewing Camp (Afternoons)

21st July 2025 - 23rd July 2025

Artisan Stitch’s Kids' Summer Sewing Camps (afternoons) are the perfect way for kids aged 8-11 to explore the exciting world of sewing!

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Kids’ Summer Sewing Camp (Mornings)

21st July 2025 - 23rd July 2025

Artisan Stitch’s Kids' Summer Sewing Camps (mornings) are the perfect way for kids aged 8-11 to explore the exciting world of sewing!I

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The Dinosaur That Pooped

24th July 2025

Adapted for the stage from the number 1 best-selling books by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, The Dinosaur That Pooped is coming to Edinburgh Playhouse on Thursday 24th July!

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Costume at court: Family dressing up

25th July 2025 - 8th August 2025

Discover some of the past fashions of the Palace with our costume at court drop-in sessions and take part in our dressing up activity!

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The Garden Party

26th July 2025 - 27th July 2025

Get ready for a magical weekend of music, creativity, and unforgettable family fun when The Garden Party takes over the Royal Highland Centre on 26th 7 27th July!

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The National Gardening & Outdoor Living Show

26th July 2025 - 27th July 2025

The National Gardening & Outdoor Living Show at the Royal Highland Centre is fun-filled event for all the family, offering entertainment and activities for both children and adults!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Craigentinny Telferton Allotments

27th July 2025
Portobello

Come and enjoy tea, home baking and a chat with our friendly plot-holders at this independent allotment site is a tranquil and charming space, hidden away in a built-up area!

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All or Nothing Children’s Aerial Summer Camp

28th July 2025 - 1st August 2025

Join All or Nothing at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall for amazing aerial fun in the summer holidays!

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West End Fair

28th July 2025 - 24th August 2025

The West End Fair returns from 28th July to 24th August 2025 at St Johns Episcopal Church with over 120 carefully curated and talented artists and artisan makers presenting their work.

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Almost Impossible 2.0: Martin Brock

30th July 2025 - 24th August 2029

Martin Brock is back at the Fringe with an electrifying, one-of-a-kind spectacle of slick, mind-bending magic, laugh-out-loud comedy, cutting-edge video production and astonishing illusions!

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Edinburgh Festival Fringe

30th July 2025 - 25th August 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

The Edinburgh Fringe returns from 30th July to 25th August 2025 with artists and performers taking to hundreds of stages all over the city to present shows for every taste.

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FLUSH

30th July 2025 - 25th August 2025

This fast-moving, ensemble comedy-drama offers a raw and humorous portrayal of female solidarity within the charming grime of public toilet cubicles.

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Hypnotist Matt Hale: Funbelievable! 90s Rewind

30th July 2025 - 25th August 2025

The unmissable smash-hit comedy hypnotist Matt Hale is back at the Fringe with a 90s party hypnoshow!

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Terry’s: An American Tragedy About Cars, Customers, and Selling Cars to Customers

30th July 2025 - 25th August 2025

From award-nominated, Lecoq-trained company BRILLIG, Terry's is an absurd, sitcom-esque tragi-comedy featuring original live music, physical theatre and one very special balloon.

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The Crawl

30th July 2025 - 25th August 2025

Crafted for audiences of all ages, The Crawl is a celebration of connection, imagination, and joy.

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Baby Shark and the Mystery of the Sphinx

31st July 2025 - 24th August 2025

Doo doo doo... Baby Shark's back with a globe-trotting mystery! Perfect for tiny detectives aged 0-6 this fin-tastic show is packed with music, magic and mayhem!

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Hypnotist Matt Hale – Funbelievable! 90s Rewind

31st July 2025 - 25th August 2025

Smash-hit comedy hypnotist Matt Hale is back at the Fringe with a 90s party hypnoshow!

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Playful Portraits

31st July 2025

Join Surgeons Hall Museums and Artist Hannah Kelly for this playful exploration of the world of portraiture on Thursday 31st July!

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Coburg House Summer Open Studios

1st August 2025 - 3rd August 2025

This August, Coburg House is celebrating 20 Years of Open Studios. Come along to their Summer event taking place from 1st to 3rd August!

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Edinburgh International Festival

1st August 2025 - 24th August 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

The Edinburgh International Festival returns from 1st to 24th August 2025 with live performance throughout the city.

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Family Physic Garden Tours

Selected dates between 1st August 2025 - 15th August 2025

Join us in the Physic Garden this summer for free family history tours designed specially for children!

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Foodies Festival Edinburgh

1st August 2025 - 3rd August 2025

Foodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music will return to Inverleith Park in August with headliners The Wanted 2.0, Scouting For Girls and Symphonic Ibiza!

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Fringe by the Sea

1st August 2025 - 10th August 2025

Fringe by the Sea, a 10-day multi arts festival in North Berwick, is back for 2025 from 1st-10th August.

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Heebie Jeebies: Vive le Fringe! 2025

1st August 2025 - 25th August 2025

This visual performance, created for children under 6 and their carers, combines multilingual storytelling (Scottish Gaelic, French, English), puppetry and original live music.

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The Caterpillar and the Blackbird

1st August 2025 - 9th August 2025

If you're looking for something fun to do with the kids at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, why not come along to the Happiest Show of the Season! The Caterpillar and the Blackbird.

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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

1st August 2025 - 23rd August 2025

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo returns from 1st to 23rd August 2025 with the show 'The Heroes Who Made Us'.

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Woody’s Bush Cabaret

1st August 2025 - 24th August 2025

This family-friendly musical comedy blends interactive storytelling, bushland puppetry, and original Aussie songs in a high-energy show where kids (and playful grown-ups) become part of the action!

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A Magic Morning!

2nd August 2025 - 24th August 2025

Bring the kids for magical mischief with one of Edinburgh’s Favourite magicians - Tim Licata!

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Burns Night Hootenanny - Tam O’Shanter’s Big Scottish Sing-Along

Selected dates between 2nd August 2025 - 22nd August 2025

Let’s celebrate Robert Burns with a real Hootenanny – a Scottish party of words, music and song!

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Dave Reubens - All Out Magic

2nd August 2025 - 24th August 2025

Get a sneaky look behind the curtain, hear about magic's crazy past and even learn a trick to perform yourself at Dave Reubens - All Out Magic show!

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Foxfest

2nd August 2025 - 3rd August 2025

Foxfest is back at Conifox Adventure Park for summer 2025, bringing kids and adults together for a weekend packed to the brim with fun and entertainment!

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Party at the Palace

2nd August 2025 - 3rd August 2025

The award winning Party at The Palace returns in 2025, taking place on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd August at Bonnytoun Farm in Linlithgow.

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Rhapsody in Blue: Jazz Sessions by Candlelight

Selected dates between 2nd August 2025 - 23rd August 2025

Award-winning pianist-conductor Matthew Shiel leads his acclaimed jazz band on a swinging, toe-tapping odyssey by candlelight!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 39 Nantwich Drive

2nd August 2025 - 3rd August 2025
Edinburgh East

39 Nantwich Drive is a large friendly garden, run on organic principles. It includes a mini orchard, pond, mixed borders, greenhouse and a secret garden.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Silverburn Village

2nd August 2025
Penicuik

Enjoy a variety of village gardens all surviving at 800 feet and the now well established arboretum and wild flower trail.

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Truckfest Scotland

2nd August 2025 - 3rd August 2025

Scotland's biggest and best truck show returns to Edinburgh's Royal Highland Centre on the 2nd and 3rd August, it's a great day out for the family!

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Edinburgh International Festival: The Big Singalong

3rd August 2025

Gather friends and family to start your Festival season on a high note at Ross Bandstand on 3rd August for The Big Singlong, joined by Scottish national treasure Dougie MacLean!

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Kids Brunch Klub

Selected dates between 3rd August 2025 - 24th August 2025

Join us at Brewhemia on Sundays in August as we transform into the Kids Brunch Klub playground – a magical club where kids (and their grown-ups) dive into new adventures!

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Buskers: Beyond the Mile

Selected dates between 4th August 2025 - 25th August 2025

Buskers: Beyond The Mile brings three of the city’s most talented and polished buskers off the cobbled streets and into the warm glow of Brewhemia every Monday in August!

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Edinburgh International Festival: NYO2: Family Concert

4th August 2025

Suitable for children and their grown-ups, we invite curious minds discover the magic of classical music in this joyful concert at the Usher Hall.

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Edinburgh International Festival: The Ceilidh Sessions

4th August 2025
Edinburgh New Town

Gather with friends and family at Princes Street Gardens for this lively celebration of music and dance, where Scottish tradition meets Baroque flair!

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Here Comes Gudong

4th August 2025 - 6th August 2025

Hot off its 2025 Keep It Fringe award win, London-based Chinese company Roarrr Theatre debuts its fantastical, cross-cultural family adventure Here Comes Gudong! at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

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Dinosaur Adventure Live: The Big Jurassic Storm

5th August 2025

Calling all dino fans... join an interactive adventure to save Volcano Island from a jurassic storm and meet incredible life-like dinosaurs when Dinosaur Adventure Live comes to Reconnect Howden Park!

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Einaudi’s Piano by Candlelight: Spirited Away

Selected dates between 5th August 2025 - 23rd August 2025

Come along to St Vincent's Chapel for an immersive musical experience inspired by Studio Ghibli’s anime Spirited Away, Einaudi's meditative piano pieces, and Japanese Zen stories!

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Evolution

5th August 2025 - 10th August 2025

Presented by YDance, Evolution at the Fringe is a celebration of dance, uniting Scotland and Estonia's next generation of talent.

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Hans Zimmer’s Hollywood 1925 - 2025: A Centenary Celebration of Film Music

Selected dates between 5th August 2025 - 22nd August 2025

Inspired by ‘Interstellar,’ this show time-warps cinema history, intersplicing modern film music with silent cinematography with live music as we travel through cinema history!

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The Big Musical Songbook

Selected dates between 5th August 2025 - 19th August 2025

Join us at Brewhemia on Tuesday nights for The Big Musicals Songbook - a live music session packed with the drama, glamour, and joy of your favourite West End and Broadway hits.

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Cirque du piano – 1 piano, 3 pianists, 6 hands, 30 fingers!

Selected dates between 6th August 2025 - 23rd August 2025

Experimental piano troupe performs finger gymnastics and rarely heard music for three pianists playing one piano together!

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Beauty and the Beast

7th August 2025 - 9th August 2025

Step into the enchanted world of Broadway's classic - Disney's Beauty and The Beast at the Corn Exchange Haddington this August!

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Letters From Exes

7th August 2025 - 8th August 2025

From emails and WhatsApps to handwritten notes, join Not Cricket Productions in exploring the bizarre, heartfelt and hilarious letters of lost love at The Royal Scots Club!

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The Secret Room at Lauriston Castle

Selected dates between 7th August 2025 - 20th August 2025

Enjoy one of the most magical experiences at the Fringe as three expert magicians illustrate Lauriston Castle’s intriguing past with magic, illusions and sleight-of-hand!

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Eco-Resin Terrazzo Coasters - Craft Workshop

8th August 2025

Learn how to work with eco resin, how to mix pigments, make terrazzo chips and turn them into a colourful pair or coasters for your home on this workshop run by Polymorphics on 8th August.

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Edinburgh International Book Festival

9th August 2025 - 24th August 2025

The 2025 Edinburgh International Book Festival returns from Saturday 9th to Sunday 24th August with the Theme 'Repair'.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens at Archerfield Walled Garden

9th August 2025

The Archerfield Walled Gardens comprise a series of themed spaces designed to provide year-round interest.

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Tea Green Summer Market: National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait

9th August 2025 - 10th August 2025

Join Tea Green for an unforgettable Summer Market at the National Galleries Scotland: Portrait on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th August!

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Ceilidh At The Speakeasy

Selected dates between 10th August 2025 - 17th August 2025

Join a fun and family-friendly ceilidh, with live and lively traditional Scottish music and dancing, at The Speakeasy in The Royal Scots Club this August!

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Klassics for Kids: The Ugly Duckling meets Peter and the Wolf

Selected dates between 14th August 2025 - 19th August 2025

Moonlight Concerts triumphantly returns to Edinburgh Fringe with an all-new children's concert featuring Hans Christian Andersen's timeless fairy tale "The Ugly Duckling"!

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Jacobite Activity Day

16th August 2025

Join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse on Saturday 16th August for a fun activity day exploring Jacobite stories and Bonnie Prince Charlie’s visit to the Palace.

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Terrazzo Tray - Eco- resin Craft Workshop

16th August 2025

Join Polymorphics on Saturday 16th August for a delightful crafting experience and learn the techniques to craft your very own terrazzo masterpiece!

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Bruntsfield Baroque

19th August 2025

Step back in time with Bruntsfield Baroque and enjoy a concert that reflects an evening with the Edinburgh Musical Society on 19th August at Artspace!

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Emma Miller: Live at St Cuthbert‘s Church, Edinburgh

19th August 2025

Join Scottish singer Emma Miller for a one off lunchtime gig at St Cuthbert's Church on Tuesday, 19th August, with Chris Brambley accompanying her on guitar!

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Relaxed Evening: Palace of Holyroodhouse

22nd August 2025

This relaxed opening on Friday 22nd August, offers a chance to explore the Palace of Holyroodhouse in a calm, tranquil atmosphere!

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Hops in the Garden

23rd August 2025

Leuchie are back at Archerfield Walled Garden for the 6th Hops in the Garden music and food festival this August.

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Summery Tray - Eco-resin Craft Workshop

23rd August 2025

Explore the art of eco-resin and create your own colourful summery tray that adds beauty and character to any space!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Whitburgh House Walled Garden

Selected dates between 24th August 2025 - 26th August 2025
Various Locations Midlothian

Whitburgh House Walled Garden is a contemporary, stylish one-acre walled garden, 700 feet above sea level, a lively forward-looking and an unexpected gem.

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Inflatable 5K Edinburgh

30th August 2025

The UK's biggest and best Inflatable 5k course, featuring 32 massive obstacles, returns on Saturday 30th August!

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Pentlands Open Studios Art Trail

30th August 2025 - 31st August 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

After a successful open call, the Pentlands Open Studios (POSt) art trail is excited to announce its inaugural event, taking place over the weekend of 30th - 31st August.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Quinn Garden

30th August 2025
Edinburgh South

In just two years, Quinn Garden has been transformed from a concrete wasteland into a vibrant haven for both people and wildlife.

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The Wizard of Oz

3rd September 2025 - 6th September 2025

Don't miss The Wizard of Oz at Edinburgh's Church Hill Theatre from 3rd to 6th September!

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Counterfeit 70s Show

5th September 2025

After an extensive tour with The Counterfeit Sixties show, a unique Seventies show is on tour celebrating a decade of glam rock to new wave music and everything in between!

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Hopeful Monsters

5th September 2025 - 6th September 2025

Hopeful Monsters is a piece of tabletop puppetry for adults and children aged 5+ inspired by evolutionary theory.

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360 Fest

6th September 2025

Go full circle at our big family event at the National Museum of Flight. It's a whole day of family fun for all ages!

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In the Night Garden Live

6th September 2025 - 7th September 2025

Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, MakkaPakka and friends are returning to Edinburgh in their fun-filled live show Igglepiggle’s Busy Day!

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Linlithgow Antique Vintage and Collectors Fair

6th September 2025

Don't miss the Linlithgow Antique, Vintage and Collectors Fair with all proceeds going towards Linlithgow Heritage Trust!

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Ocean Film Festival

6th September 2025

The Ocean Film Festival returns to the Festival Theatre with a brand new selection of the world’s most incredible ocean films!

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Pirates Love Underpants

6th September 2025 - 7th September 2025

Join our swashbuckling party of pirates on their quest to find the fabled Pants of Gold for the Captain's treasure chest at The Royal Lyceum Edinburgh on 6th & 7th September!

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Taylor Swift Effect

6th September 2025

Scotland's top Taylor Swift tribute featuring Jamie, a self confessed ‘Swiftie’, and her amazing dancers comes to Reconnect Howden Park on Saturday 6th September!

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The MoonWalk Scotland and the 5K ZOOM Walk

6th September 2025

Join in the fun of the MoonWalk Scotland and the 5K ZOOM Walk on Saturday 6th September and experience Edinburgh like never before!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Fairnielaw

7th September 2025
North Berwick

Visit Fairnielaw with its mixture of both formal and wild areas with beautiful views towards Traprain Law and the Garleton Hills at the highest point!

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The Jack & Jill Market - Edinburgh

7th September 2025

Shop smartly, be savvy and save money at The Jack & Jill Market on the Sunday 7th September at Granton Refectory Hall, Edinburgh College!

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Rock For Heroes

11th September 2025

Rock for Heroes is back on the road bringing the perfect combination of your favourite Rock & Pop artists to the Reconnect Regal Theatre on 11th September!

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Vogrie Pogrie

12th September 2025 - 15th September 2025

Join us for Vogrie Pogrie 2025 from Friday 12th to Monday 15th September. A celebration of innovation, creativity, and pure magic amidst the breathtaking scenery of Vogrie Country Park.

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Lego Creation Station

Selected dates between 13th September 2025 - 13th December 2025

Whether you are a LEGO® Master or a LEGO® Beginner come and join in the building fun at the National Library of Scotland!

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Edinburgh Kiltwalk

14th September 2025

The Kiltwalk is back in the Capital on Sunday 14th September! Join in and raise money for your chosen charity at the same time.

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The McDougalls: Pirate Adventure

14th September 2025

Packed with singalong songs such as Row Row Row Your Boat and A Sailor Went to Sea, join The McDougalls for a fun-filled afternoon at Reconnect Howden Park on Sunday 14th September!

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Edinburgh Art Fair

18th September 2025 - 21st September 2025

The annual Edinburgh Art Fair, celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025, returns to Edinburgh Corn Exchange this September!

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Shine Night Walk Edinburgh

27th September 2025

Join Cancer Research UK on Saturday 27th September for the Shine Night Walk Edinburgh and join in the fight to beat cancer!

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Hercules the Bear

30th September 2025

Combining physical comedy and puppetry, Hercules the Bear tells the wild, funny and touching true story of how a very special grizzly bear became a folk legend.

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Big Fish

8th October 2025 - 11th October 2025

Big Fish tells the story of Edward Bloom, a travelling salesman whose incredible, larger-than-life stories thrill everyone around him, don't miss Shotts St Patrick's Amateur Opera Group production!

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Riverdance

9th October 2025 - 11th October 2025

To celebrate an incredible 30th year milestone, Riverdance will embark on a special anniversary tour in 2025, bringing its magic to the Edinburgh Playhouse in October!

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The Paper Dolls

9th October 2025 - 11th October 2025

When a little girl cuts out a string of paper dolls she takes them by the hand and together they go on a fantastical adventure whirling through their home and garden.

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Comic Con Scotland

11th October 2025 - 12th October 2025

Comic Con Scotland, one of Europe's largest pop culture conventions, returns to the Royal Highland Centre on 11th and 12th October 2025!

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Halloween Days

Selected dates between 11th October 2025 - 26th October 2025

Come along to our Halloween Days at Conifox Adventure Park this October, it's a spine-tingling adventure for the whole family!

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The McDougalls: Halloween Party Show

13th October 2025

Join Max and Auntie Aggie for their Halloween Party, filled with tricks and treats, guaranteed to have you screaming with laughter!

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Autumn Explorers

14th October 2025 - 16th October 2025

Edinburgh Zoo's Autumn Explorer programme returns in 2025. It's a great opportunity to introduce your children to the wonderful world of wildlife at Edinburgh Zoo!

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Artie’s Singing Kettle - Halloween

15th October 2025

Join Artie's Singing Kettle 'Halloween' show for a spooktacular extravaganza at the Corn Exchange Haddington on Wednesday 15th October!

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Dino Tales- Jurassic Rescue

17th October 2025

Put on your safari hats and get ready for some ranger danger and roarsome routines when Dino Tales- Jurassic Rescue comes to the Assembly Rooms on 17th October!

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Halloween Fireworks Nights

Selected dates between 17th October 2025 - 31st October 2025

Conifox Adventure Park is back with a bang this autumn with their Halloween Fireworks Nights!

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Six

21st October 2025 - 25th October 2025

From the West End to Broadway, the international smash hit musical SIX returns to Edinburgh Playhouse in October 2025!

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Children’s Classic Concerts: Fright at the Museum

26th October 2025

Join Children's Classic Concerts, the RSNO and the RSNO Children's Chorus for this perfectly curated creepy concert at Edinburgh's Usher Hall!

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KIDZ BOP Live Certified BOP Tour

1st November 2025

The KIDZ BOP Kids, Aleah, Cliff, Matty and Shila, are bringing their LIVE Certified BOP Tour back to the UK! Don't miss them live at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Saturday 1st November!

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The Enchanted Snake

1st November 2025

Join Dunedin Consort at the Lyra Theatre for a fantastical, musical adventure and journey with them through magical realms for The Enchanted Snake!

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Edinburgh Gang Show

4th November 2025 - 8th November 2025

The Edinburgh Gang Show returns to the Festival Theatre in November 2025 for another brilliant week of making memories and bringing joy to Edinburgh!

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Edinburgh Zoo Giant Lanterns

14th November 2025 - 22nd February 2026

Edinburgh Zoo's award-winning Giant Lanterns event is back this winter, for the first time in six years, with a never-before-seen theme, featuring all things aquatic!

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Luke Combs Tribute

20th November 2025

Nearly Combs, the Luke Combs Tribute show, has announced a show at Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Murrayfield on Thursday 20th November!

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Five Sisters Zoo Christmas Illuminations

21st November 2025 - 23rd December 2025

By popular demand, Five Sisters Zoo's Christmas Illuminations are back this winter with a mesmerizing display of colour and light!

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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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Edinburgh’s Magical Christmas

23rd November 2025

The Lauriston Christmas magic show is back! Witness startling magic and uplifting mystery, inspired by history and legends of the city of Edinburgh, in a lavish, historic setting.

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The Muppet Christmas Carol - Film with Live Orchestra

26th November 2025

Disney's The Muppet Christmas Carol is live in concert across the UK this winter, featuring its musical score performed live to the film! Don't miss it at the Usher Hall on November 26th!

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Scottish Ballet: The Snow Queen

27th November 2025 - 7th December 2025

Scottish Ballet’s spectacular and much-loved production of The Snow Queen returns to the Festival Theatre stage in 2025!

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Cinderella: A Fairytale

28th November 2025 - 3rd January 2026

Coming to the Royal Lyceum Edinburgh Christmas 2025, the story we all love that has captivated audiences around the UK: Cinderella!

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Snow White

28th November 2025 - 29th December 2025

Mirror Mirror on the wall, what is the greatest panto of all? Join us deep in the forest this Christmas as the Reconnect Regal Theatre presents ‘Snow White’!

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The Wizard of Oz - Panto 2025

28th November 2025 - 31st December 2025

Join us over the rainbow this Christmas as Reconnect Reconnect Howden Park presents ‘The Wizard of Oz’!

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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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Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert

29th November 2025

For the first time ever, Jim Henson's original masterpiece and musical fantasy film Labyrinth is to tour the UK in concert, don't miss it live at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Saturday 29th November!

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The Wizard of Oz - Pantomime - Haddington

5th December 2025 - 13th December 2025

Follow the yellow brick road to the Corn Exchange Haddington for a magical, musical panto adventure for all ages.

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Lanterns Grotto

6th December 2025 - 24th December 2025

Make your little one's evening at Edinburgh Zoo’s Giant Lanterns extra special this festive season and meet Santa Claus at our Christmas Grotto, which will be inside our Budongo Trail building!

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Children’s Classic Concerts: Christmas Wishes

7th December 2025

Make all your Christmas Wishes come true with Children's Classic Concerts, the RSNO, the RSNO Children's Chorus and the Manor School of Ballet this festive season at Edinburgh's Usher Hall!

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MAMMA MIA!

9th December 2025 - 4th January 2026

Don't miss MAMMA MIA! at the Edinburgh Playhouse from December 2025! Enjoy the ultimate feel-good factor at the world’s sunniest and most exhilarating smash-hit musical.

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RSNO 2025/26: Home Alone in Concert

12th December 2025

The iconic Christmas family film Home Alone will be brought to life at this special screening featuring live music from the RSNO at Edinburgh's Usher Hall!

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Panto 2025: Jack and the Beanstalk

13th December 2025 - 11th January 2026

Join Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young for the GIANT of a pantomime we've all BEAN waiting for!

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Preserving for Christmas

13th December 2025

Join the Cyrenians for a fun and creative way to make some homemade gifts for your loved ones this Christmas.

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A Family Edwardian Christmas at Lauriston Castle

14th December 2025

Join us at Lauriston Castle for our annual Christmas event where you can capture the magic of Christmas past!

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Dunedin Consort: Children’s Messiah

17th December 2025

Fun for all the family is guaranteed in Dunedin Consort’s interactive, 45-minute Children’s Messiah - specially crafted with little ears in mind!

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Step Into Christmas

17th December 2025

This Christmas feel-good show brings all the magic of the season to life, with all your favourite songs you will know and love!

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RSNO Christmas Concert Featuring The Snowman

19th December 2025

Join the RSNO this December for a special feast of Christmas cheer! Comedian Josie Long will narrate our popular screening of the magical film!

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The Wizard of Oz - Pantomime - Musselburgh

19th December 2025 - 27th December 2025

Follow the yellow brick road to the Musselburgh for a magical, musical panto adventure for all ages.

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BBC SSO 25-26: Christmas At The Movies

21st December 2025

It’s the most wonderful time of the year... and what better way to start your festive celebrations than with a concert of epic movie music on the weekend before Christmas.

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G4 Christmas

28th December 2025

Selling out every year, G4 will be back on the road in 2025 with their ‘G4 Christmas’ tour. Catch them at the Usher Hall in Sunday 28th December!

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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Torchlight Procession

29th December 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

The spectacular Torchlight Procession will once again light up the city with a river of fire created by over 15,000 torch bearers and friends from around the world!

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The Scottish Fiddle Orchestra

30th December 2025

Join in the fun and enjoy the party atmosphere of a traditional Scottish Hogmanay at the Scottish Fiddle Orchestra's annual festive concert!

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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party

31st December 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

The world-famous Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party returns to the historic city centre, to once again light-up the Edinburgh skies!

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Thai Supper Night

16th January 2026

Ruzita will be back at Flavour and Haver Cook School on 16th January to share the unique flavours of Thai cuisine!

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RSNO 2025/26: How to Train Your Dragon in Concert

30th January 2026

Featuring John Powell's Oscar-nominated score performed live to picture by the RSNO, How to Train Your Dragon in Concert is a thrilling experience for all ages!

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Banff Mountain Film Festival

7th February 2026

Experience an extraordinary collection of short films when the Banff Mountain Film Festival returns to the Festival Theatre on Saturday 7th February!

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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: The Great Grumpy Gaboon

7th February 2026

Join the Grumpy Gaboon and friends on this brand-new musical adventure as together they discover the importance of friendship and forgiveness!

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Varna International Ballet - Cinderella

19th February 2026

With Prokofiev’s exhilarating score, stunning choreography, and vibrant costumes, Cinderella, the beloved fairy tale, springs to life on stage at Edinburgh Playhouse!

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Varna International Ballet - Swan Lake

20th February 2026

The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky’s haunting and unforgettable score.

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Varna International Ballet - Nutcracker

21st February 2026

This most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family begins as night falls on Christmas Eve.

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Disney in Concert: The Sound of Magic

24th February 2026

Join the Novello Orchestra at Edinburgh's Usher Hall for Disney in Concert: The Sound of Magic, a symphonic celebration of Disney music, animation and memories – a century in the making!

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RSNO Season 25-26: St Mary’s Music School Showcase

20th March 2026

The RSNO is thrilled to offer the Senior Pupils of St Mary’s Music School the opportunity to shine in the magnificent Usher Hall.

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Diversity - Soul

26th April 2026

Diversity, the UK's most successful dance group, will bring their new concept tour SOUL to the Edinburgh Playhouse in April 2026!

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Bluey’s Big Play

18th June 2026 - 21st June 2026

Following a hugely successful UK tour, Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad are back by popular demand in the Olivier Award nominated live show Bluey’s Big Play. Catch it at Edinburgh Playhouse in June 2026!

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Zog

7th July 2026 - 12th July 2026

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic, feel-good story is brought to roaring, soaring life in this delightful musical for children.

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Avatar - The Last Airbender - Film With Live Orchestra

6th October 2026

Celebrate 20 years of an epic journey that defined a generation, as long-time fans and newcomers alike experience Avatar: The Last Airbender like never before at the Usher Hall on 6th October 2026!

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Family And Kids Events in East Renfrewshire

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

Orchardhill Tots

Orchardhill Tots

Selected dates between 8th July 2025 - 12th August 2025

Join Orchardhill Parish Church for fun with your little one and a chat and a cuppa with others on Tuesday mornings through the summer!

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You Choose

You Choose

19th October 2025

Nonsense Room Productions bring You Choose, their fantastic interactive musical show for all the family, to Eastwood Park Theatre on Sunday 19th October!

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Sausage and Cider Festival

Sausage and Cider Festival

6th September 2025

The Sausage and Cider Festival comes to Rouken Glen Park for the first time ever on Saturday 6th of September!

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Family And Kids Events in Fife

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

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Wester Craigfoodie

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Wester Craigfoodie

20th July 2025

Wester Craigfoodie shelters beneath Craiglug and the elevation gives the house and gardens their wonderful views, tranquillity and informal charm.

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Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show

Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show

11th October 2025

Mark Thompson's Spectacular Science Show is coming to the Adam Smith Theatre! If you think science is boring, think again... this is science like you have never seen it before!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Pitlochie House

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Pitlochie House

27th July 2025

This established garden has year-round interest. A restoration project with quirky features, characters and surprises!

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Family And Kids Events in Glasgow

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

Big Fun Early Years Activities

Big Fun Early Years Activities

5th July 2025 - 29th July 2025

Discover the wonder of Big Fun, presented by Inhouse CIC at Queen's Park Arena! Join us throughout July for a vibrant array of free early years activities!

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Children’s Classic Concerts: Fright at the Museum

Children’s Classic Concerts: Fright at the Museum

25th October 2025

Join Children's Classic Concerts, the RSNO and the RSNO Children's Chorus for this perfectly curated creepy concert at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall!

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Unearthed: The Power of Gardening Fun Day

Unearthed: The Power of Gardening Fun Day

2nd August 2025

The team at The Mitchell Library are hosting a fun day on Saturday 2nd August celebrating their exhibition Unearthed: The Power of Gardening!

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Family And Kids Events in Lanarkshire

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

Pop Princesses - World Tour

Pop Princesses - World Tour

18th October 2025

The four fabulous Fairy Tale Princesses are back, and this time they are on their first World Tour, come and join them at Lanark Memorial Hall for this epic around-the-globe show!

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A Squash and a Squeeze

A Squash and a Squeeze

14th October 2025 - 16th October 2025

Step into the magical world of A Squash and a Squeeze when this heartwarming and hilarious adventure, full of beautiful puppets and enchanting songs, comes to Lanark Memorial Hall!

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The Snowman

The Snowman

20th December 2025

Lanark Memorial Hall will host a special screening of the classic animated film The Snowman with live musical accompaniment from Kirkintilloch Brass Band on Saturday 20th December!

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Family And Kids Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

Braehead’s Summer Of Fun

Braehead’s Summer Of Fun

5th July 2025 - 20th July 2025

Braehead Shopping Centre is turning up the heat with the return of its hugely popular giant ball pit for two weeks of FREE family entertainment this Summer!

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Ferguslie Cricket Club Fixtures

Ferguslie Cricket Club Fixtures

19th July 2025

Ferguslie Cricket Club play Dumfries Cricket Club at Meikleriggs Cricket Ground on Saturday 19th July in the Western District Championship.

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Sleeping Beauty

Sleeping Beauty

5th December 2025 - 31st December 2025

There is nothing quite like the joy of a pantomime and the Beacon Arts Centre are looking forward to welcoming you to Sleeping Beauty this festive season!

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Family And Kids Events in Stirling

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

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Mollan

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Mollan

27th July 2025

Mollan is a large, 3-acre garden in rural Stirlingshire set in softly rolling farmland.

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Festive Lunch with Santa

Festive Lunch with Santa

Selected dates between 7th December 2025 - 22nd December 2025

Enjoy a wonderful 2 course festive lunch with your family & friends and a visit to our Santa’s Grotto to meet the jolly man in red himself!

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Creepy-Crawly Club

Creepy-Crawly Club

Selected dates between 9th July 2025 - 13th August 2025

Calling all 1-7 year old children and their grown-ups! Join the Creepie Crawlie Club at Mugdock Country Park and learn about bugs and beasties.

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Events in Other Areas

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Selected dates between 5th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!

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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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Brick Wonderland: A Magical LEGO Brick Adventure

Brick Wonderland: A Magical LEGO Brick Adventure

1st July 2025 - 31st July 2025

This summer, join Culzean Castle on a whimsical journey down the rabbit hole and into the enchanting world of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, brought to life in LEGO bricks!

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Big Kid Circus: Kilmarnock

Big Kid Circus: Kilmarnock

15th July 2025 - 20th July 2025

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show Kingdom Of Kong! Catch them at Kilmarnock Rugby Club between Tuesday 15th and Sunday 20th July!

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Kelburn School Of Sorcery - The Dragon Trials

Kelburn School Of Sorcery - The Dragon Trials

1st August 2025 - 10th August 2025

Step into a world of dragons, magic and adventure at Kelburn Castle's School of Sorcery this August... if you're not quite ready to go back-to-school, you're sure to have a fabulous time at this one!

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Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Dumfries House

Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Dumfries House

5th August 2025 - 7th August 2025

Adventure Cinema, the UK's largest outdoor cinema tour, returns this summer with incredible movies to watch under the sun and stars at Dumfries House!

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Ayr & District Flower Show

Ayr & District Flower Show

15th August 2025 - 16th August 2025

The annual Ayr & District Flower Show returns for a seventh year to Ayr Racecourse on Friday 15th and Saturday 16th August!

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