Music events in Edinburgh
View all the upcoming Music events taking place throughout Edinburgh below or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Edinburgh
PROMOTED EVENT
Brian Wilson
19th August 2018
Brian Wilson is on on tour and you can catch him at Edinburgh Playhouse, the only Scottish date, on 19th August!
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Rip It Up: The Story of Scottish Pop
22nd June 2018 - 25th November 2018
Discover the story of Scottish pop music at the National Museum of Scotland as they take you on a musical journey from the 1950s to the present day. Read more
Gilded Balloon at the Museum
1st August 2018 - 27th August 2018
Fringe favourites Gilded Balloon present 27 days of inspiring and diverse programming at the National Museum of Scotland. Read more
Tori Scott Is #Thirsty
1st August 2018 - 27th August 2018
Edinburgh Old Town
Join Tori Scott and her band The Shame Spirals on an audacious musical journey of slurred autobiographical stories and songs she stole from other people. Read more
Voldemort and the Teenage Hogwarts Musical Parody
1st August 2018 - 27th August 2018
Edinburgh South
From two co-creators of Thrones! The Musical comes a Harry Potter musical parody that is sure to leave you spellbound. Read more
Cello on Fire
2nd August 2018 - 27th August 2018
Celebrated Viennese cross-over cellist Peter Hudler returns to the Edinburgh Fringe with his brand new show 'Cello on Fire'. Read more
Fringe Ceilidhs in Lauriston Hall
3rd August 2018 - 25th August 2018
Come along for some good exercise and great fun with Edinburgh Ceilidhs in Lauriston Hall during the Festival Fringe! Read more
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
3rd August 2018 - 25th August 2018
With the world famous Edinburgh Castle as their backdrop, the four corners of the globe will meet; making the 2018 Tattoo (3-25 August) as spectacular as ever. Read more
What Girls Are Made Of
3rd August 2018 - 26th August 2018
Performed with a live band, 'What Girls Are Made Of' is the true story of Cora Bissets's journey, celebrating life’s euphoric highs and epic shitstorms. Read more
Free Fringe Music at the Museum
4th August 2018 - 26th August 2018
Experience the joy of live music with different performers every day in partnership with Live Music Now Scotland. Read more
Sounds from Gold Coast with Alabaster Box
6th August 2018 - 18th August 2018
African rhythms and harmonies in gospel arrangements performed by the Ghanaian a cappella sensation, Alabaster Box. Read more
Scottish Opera’s BambinO
7th August 2018 - 19th August 2018
Scottish Opera's five-star show Bambino, a first operatic adventure for six to 18-month-olds and their carers, comes to the Fringe from 7th to 19th August. Read more
Edinburgh International Book Festival Themes: Music Matters
11th August 2018 - 25th August 2018
Music Matters - In this series of events we welcome musicians who have put down their instrument and picked up a pen to record the pleasure and pain of their experiences. Read more
Pitchblenders
11th August 2018 - 20th August 2018
Pitchblenders present a jazz smorgasbord, with singer Christine delivering her own arresting takes on songs from Blossom Dearie to Billie Holiday and from Blues to Bop. Read more
Guitar Folias
12th August 2018 - 19th August 2018
This new guitar recital by Italian guitarist Luca Villani is inspired by the famous theme of La Folía de España. Read more
Brian Kellock and Dick Lee – The Story of Jazz
13th August 2018 - 16th August 2018
Catch Brian Kellock and Dick Lee for The Story of Jazz at Valvona & Crolla as part of the Edinburgh Fringe! Read more
Dick Lee and Fraser Fifield – Cauld Wind Pipes and Hot Reeds
13th August 2018 - 17th August 2018
Dick Lee and Fraser Fifield - Jazz pipes and folksy saxophone, traditional tunes and sparky improvisation, it's the bee's knees! Read more
Bruce Davies – More from the Other Great American Songbook
15th August 2018 - 25th August 2018
Bruce Davies returns with more Dylan, Paxton, Seeger, Simon, etc. in this celebration of the great 60s songwriters at Valvona & Crolla.
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Edinburgh International Festival: Catriona Morison & Simon Lepper
15th August 2018
Edinburgh-born singer Catriona Morison is joined by the brilliant pianist Simon Lepper to perform a programme of Brahms, Schumann and Mahler lieder. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Hansel & Gretel
15th August 2018
A stunning international cast tell this bewitching fairy tale in a concert performance of Engelbert Humperdinck's opera. Read more
WECHT - Redstone Press
15th August 2018
Check out this mid-week festival soirée with WECHT at The Mash House 15th August, and kicking things off is rising Scottish record label, Redstone Press!
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Crew - Late opening Thursdays with special guest DJs
16th August 2018
Edinburgh Old Town
Crew is opening late on Thursdays til 9pm during the Fringe with special guest DJs. Find out about your local Crew service, have a game of 'Booze Goggle Pinata' and more to start off your night! Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Karine Polwart’s Scottish Songbook
16th August 2018
Karine Polwart performs a soundtrack of seminal Scottish pop songs live as part of Light on the Shore with Edinburgh Gin Seaside at Leith Theatre. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra
16th August 2018
Vasily Petrenko and the Oslo Philharmonic return to the International Festival with a vibrant programme of Richard Strauss and Prokofiev. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Robert Levin
16th August 2018
The early keyboard pioneer returns to the International Festival with an all-Mozart affair – contrasting some well-loved sonatas with lesser known works. Read more
Texture X: Ectotherm, Courtesy, Rune Bagge and Hilltown Disco
16th August 2018
Texture X returns to The Mash House on 16th August for another crack at that coveted Fringe 5am license, this time with our most packed-out lineup yet! Read more
The Police Sting Show
16th August 2018
Re-worked, fresh versions of all the iconic Police and Sting solo album songs in a 70 minute show featuring an Acoustic Sting section. Read more
Trio Creole feat John Burgess
16th August 2018
It's the first night of a weekly residency with top ragtime jazz band "Trio Creole" playing their heady mix of rags, stomps and blues in Leith's "Papillon" bar and restaurant. Read more
80’s v 90’s Disco
17th August 2018
Dance the night away at our 80’s v 90’s Disco, a celebration of the music from across the decades, at the Village Hotel Edinburgh. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
17th August 2018
The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra performs heady works from Stravinsky, Ravel and Debussy, conducted by Ludovic Morlot. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Eivind Holtsmark Ringstad and David Meier
17th August 2018
Norwegian violist Eivind Holtsmark Ringstad makes his International Festival debut at The Queen's Hall on 17th August alongside German pianist David Meier. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Neu! Reekie!
17th August 2018
Come along for a special evening at the International Festival from Neu! Reekie! Part of Light on the Shore with Edinburgh Gin Seaside at Leith Theatre. Read more
Edinburgh Summer Sessions
17th August 2018
Edinburgh Summer Sessions will take place at the Ross Bandstand this August bring world-class acts to Princes Street Gardens. Read more
Edinburgh’s Traditional Music: Allan Ramsay’s Songs
17th August 2018 - 19th August 2018
Allan Ramsay’s Songs: Featuring musicians from the internationally acclaimed Complete Songs of Robert Burns (Linn Records). Read more
Funkyard plus Kintra Launch
17th August 2018
For one night only on 17th August, a few Scottish groovers form a collective to please your ears at The Mash House. Read more
Headset Festival Special - 5am Licence
17th August 2018
It's another 5am licence at The Mash House on Friday 17th August with Headset Festival Special! Read more
Misha’s Gang with Karen Marshalsay
17th August 2018
Misha’s Gang, the Russian string orchestra who won a Herald Angel award at the Edinburgh Fringe 2017, feature Scottish harper-composer Karen Marshalsay as a special guest in these concerts. Read more
Pitchcraft at Edinburgh Fringe
17th August 2018
After the sold-out success of 2016 and 2017, Pitchcraft is presenting another Fringe show this year in a bigger venue and with lots of brand new arrangements. Read more
Residents Ceilidh
17th August 2018
Join the infamous Burly Ceilidh Club at the Ghillie Dhu every Friday & Saturday with a 3 course meal, Live ceilidh band and DJ! Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Christian Blackshaw and Soloists of the Berliner Philharmoniker
18th August 2018
Renowned British pianist is joined by four principal players from the Berliner Philharmoniker to perform Schubert and Mozart. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Eurovision Young Musicians 2018: The Semi-finals
18th August 2018 - 19th August 2018
18 of the most exciting young performers from across Europe compete for one of the world’s most prized titles: Eurovision Young Musicians 2018. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Scottish Chamber Orchestra 1
18th August 2018
One of Scotland’s best-loved ensembles performs the cycle of Brahms’ symphonies over two nights. In this concert he performs his first and third symphonies. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Lau-Land
18th August 2018
Lau will be joined by a host of friends and collaborators for a special Lau-Land on 18th August as part of Light on the Shore with Edinburgh Gin Seaside. Read more
Edinburgh Summer Sessions
18th August 2018
Edinburgh Summer Sessions will take place at the Ross Bandstand this August bring world-class acts to Princes Street Gardens. Read more
Error404 Tropical Party
18th August 2018
Error404 returns to The Mash House on 18th August and will be throwing a massive tropical themed party with a host of amazingly talented DJs. Read more
In Company with Sondheim
18th August 2018 - 24th August 2018
Enjoy a feast of songs performed by singer Heidi Innes and pianist Nick Launert from Sondheim's most beloved shows! Read more
Mixed Signals - Late night experimental soundscapes
18th August 2018
Edinburgh South
Mixed Signals bring their unique atmospheric experimentation to a late-night basement setting at Black Medicine this Saturday night! Read more
Nice People Dancing To Good Music at The Fringe
18th August 2018
Its the return of NPDTGMATF!! Come dance with us at The Mash House for a night of good music and Nice People Only!! Read more
Residents Ceilidh
18th August 2018
Join the infamous Burly Ceilidh Club at the Ghillie Dhu every Friday & Saturday with a 3 course meal, Live ceilidh band and DJ! Read more
Skin Tight Festival Party: Miss World, 12th Isle, Andrea Montalto
18th August 2018
The Mash House is throwing a Skin Tight Festival Party on 18th August with no music policy, no running order, just good music and people dancing. Read more
Brian Wilson
19th August 2018
Brian Wilson is on on tour and you can catch him at Edinburgh Playhouse, the only Scottish date, on 19th August! Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Scottish Chamber Orchestra 2
19th August 2018
In the second of the Scottish Chamber Orchestra’s Brahms cycle, Robin Ticciati conducts the second and fourth symphonies. Read more
Edinburgh Summer Sessions
19th August 2018
Edinburgh Summer Sessions will take place at the Ross Bandstand this August bring world-class acts to Princes Street Gardens. Read more
Live Music Sundays at Edinburgh Chihuahua Cafe
19th August 2018
In honour of all the fun of the Fringe, Edinburgh Chihuahua Cafe will be showcasing some of Scotland's finest musical talent, acoustic only for the doggies sensitive ears! Read more
Louis Prima – Dinner and Show with Philip Contini and his Be Happy Band
19th August 2018
Enjoy dinner and a show as Philip Contini and his Be Happy Band pay tribute to Louis Prima, Sicilian-New Orleanian showman and comedy-jazzer (1930s-1950s). Read more
Void Space VS Headz Up Ft DJ Dutchie
19th August 2018
It's Drum And Bass Night as Void Space with Headz Up present special guest DJ Dutchie to The Mash House on 19th August. Read more
David Vernon and Dick Lee – Accordion Souffle with Clarinet Marmalade
20th August 2018 - 24th August 2018
Come along to Valvona & Crolla and listed to David Vernon and Dick Lee play great tunes from around the world! Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Colburn Orchestra
20th August 2018
Colburn Orchestra, an American youth ensemble, perform music by Salonen and Rachmaninov and joining them is violinist Simone Porter for Barber’s Violin Concerto. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Pierre-Laurent Aimard
20th August 2018
Pierre-Laurent Aimard performs an intimate recital of virtuosic and mystical piano from Chopin, Scriabin, Debussy, Obouhow and Messiaen. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: John Grant
20th August 2018
As part of his UK tour, John Grant brings his captivating music to a very special International Festival concert at Edinburgh Playhouse on 20th August. Read more
Monkey Music Summer Workshops
20th August 2018
Come and join in all the fun at Monkey Music's Summer Workshops. 45 minutes of fun and games but more importantly lots of instruments and music. Read more
Play Talk Read Roadshow in Midlothian
20th August 2018
Penicuik
Come on board the Play Talk Read bus with your wee one and join in the fun as the roadshow visits Midlothian on 20th August. Read more
Childhood Perfumes - A Piano Recital
21st August 2018
Join French pianist Emmanuel Garnier at St Vincent's Chapel on 21st August as he presents a selection of brilliant and playful pieces related to childhood! Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Dorothea Röschmann and Roger Vignoles
21st August 2018
The celebrated German soprano, Dorothea Röschmann, returns to the International Festival with a rich moving collection of Romantic songs and is joined by British pianist Roger Vignoles. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Dvořak’s Requiem
21st August 2018
Emerging young conductor Jakub Hrůša is joined by four soloists and Edinburgh Festival Chorus in one of classical music’s greatest choral epics 'Dvořak’s Requiem'. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Martyn Bennett’s ‘Bothy Culture’
21st August 2018
Martyn Bennett's 1996 album ‘Bothy Culture’ will be performed by the Grit Orchestra and Greg Lawson at the Edinburgh Playhouse on 21st August. Read more
Painted Love
21st August 2018 - 26th August 2018
Two Foolish Productions brings new comedy-drama Painted Love to the Edinburgh Fringe 2018. Watch it at Valvona & Crolla! Read more
Verse and song in tribute to women of Scotland with Gerda Stevenson and Magi Gibson
21st August 2018
Celebrate the diverse achievements and perspectives of Scottish women past and present with two of the strongest voices on the Scottish poetry scene. Read more
Whisky in song and verse with Scotland’s Whisky Bard Robin Laing
21st August 2018
Robin Laing, singer-songwriter and long-time Chair of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society Tasting Panel, brings the history of Scotland’s national drink to life. Read more
Audacity at Edinburgh Fringe
22nd August 2018
Named for its bold approach to musical presentation and arrangements that dare to break away from tradition, Audacity presents its first Fringe Show on 22nd August. Read more
‘Why The Birds Sing’ at The Saltire Society
22nd August 2018
'Why the Birds Sing' is a collection of poetry, music, song and stories in Scots and English from the pen of poet, Ian McFadyen. Read more
Classical Brazilian Piano
22nd August 2018 - 23rd August 2018
Let's discover or rediscover emblematic Brazilian composers, both ancient and contemporary at this piano recital given by pianist Emmanuel Garnier! Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Des canyons aux etoiles
22nd August 2018
Matthias Pintscher and the Scottish Chamber Orchestra perform with Pierre-Laurent Aimard Des canyons aux etoiles by Messiaen. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Pavel Haas Quartet
22nd August 2018
One of the world’s most exciting string quartets perform two landmark works in the repertoire – Schubert’s ‘Rosamunde’ and Ravel’s String Quartet. Read more
Monkey Music Summer Workshops
22nd August 2018
Come and join in all the fun at Monkey Music's Summer Workshops. 45 minutes of fun and games but more importantly lots of instruments and music. Read more
Void Space VS Headz Up Ft DBR UK (Renegade Hardware, Dispatch)
22nd August 2018
Void Space VS Headz Up featuring DBR UK, a recognised collective within the Home Counties Drum and Bass scene, at The Mash House on 22nd August. Read more
Crew - Late opening Thursdays with special guest DJs
23rd August 2018
Edinburgh Old Town
Crew is opening late on Thursdays til 9pm during the Fringe with special guest DJs. Find out about your local Crew service, have a game of 'Booze Goggle Pinata' and more to start off your night! Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Eurovision Young Musicians 2018: Competition Final
23rd August 2018
Experience the classical music stars of tomorrow at the Eurovision Young Musicians 2018 Competition Final held in the Usher Hall. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: James Ehnes and Steven Osborne
23rd August 2018
Canadian violinist James Ehnes and Scottish pianist Steven Osborne perform a sumptuous recital of Brahms, Ravel, Debussy & Prokofiev. Read more
St Kilda: The silent islands speak with Alex Boyd and Jessica Danz
23rd August 2018
Award-winning documentary and landscape photographer Alex Boyd and composer Jessica Danz discuss new perpectives on the islands. Read more
ᴏᴠᴇʀɢʀᴏᴜɴᴅ x The Fringe 2018, Burrell Connection
24th August 2018
For ᴏᴠᴇʀɢʀᴏᴜɴᴅ's third Fringe we've put together a carefully curated lineup of live music and DJ sets from some of the finest of Scotland's underground electronic music community. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Baltimore Symphony Orchestra 1
24th August 2018
Celebrated conductor Marin Alsop directs a programme of Stravinsky, Schumann and Gershwin’s Piano Concerto. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: La Cenerentola
24th August 2018 - 26th August 2018
A visually stunning and boldly staged production of Rossini’s opera. The classic tale of Cinderella is radically transformed by renowned director Stefan Herheim. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Pierre-Laurent Aimard and Tamara Stefanovich
24th August 2018
Pierre-Laurent Aimard is joined by Tamara Stefanovich to perform the French composer’s Visions de l’Amen and Brahms’s Sonata for Two Pianos. Read more
Emily Brontë Bicentenary Celebration
24th August 2018
Join us at the City Art Centre for an entertaining, memorable, informative evening of music, readings and talk, in celebration of Emily Bronte. Read more
Monkey Music Summer Workshops
24th August 2018
Come and join in all the fun at Monkey Music's Summer Workshops. 45 minutes of fun and games but more importantly lots of instruments and music. Read more
RAW Drum and Bass Fri 24 August ft. Aries
24th August 2018
RAW Drum & Bass welcomes Aries (Born on Road/Chopstick Dubplate) to The Mash House on 24th August for Part III of the 5am Festival specials. Read more
Residents Ceilidh
24th August 2018
Join the infamous Burly Ceilidh Club at the Ghillie Dhu every Friday & Saturday with a 3 course meal, Live ceilidh band and DJ! Read more
The Unconscious Collective with Dari J and Matthew Orrell till 5am!
24th August 2018
The Unconscious Collective is back with another intimate party at The Mash House during The Edinburgh Festival! Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Baltimore Symphony Orchestra 2
25th August 2018
Marin Alsop and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra are joined by Nicola Benedetti to celebrate Leonard Bernstein on the centenary of his birth. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Hebrides Ensemble
25th August 2018
The Hebrides Ensemble bring The Queen’s Hall concerts to a resplendent close as they celebrate Bernstein’s centenary year with two of his compositions. Read more
Metropolis and Friends: The Last Dance, 5am License
25th August 2018
Metropolis presents our last party of the summer at The Mash House on Saturday 25th August. Read more
Pizza and Prosecco Festival Edinburgh
25th August 2018
Get a slice of the action from an array of pop ups and bars when the Pizza & Prosecco Festival comes to Edinburgh in August! Read more
Pulse with Slam (3 hour set) late license
25th August 2018
Pulse is very happy to welcome back Slam on 25th August, one of our all time favourite events at The Mash House. Read more
Residents Ceilidh
25th August 2018
Join the infamous Burly Ceilidh Club at the Ghillie Dhu every Friday & Saturday with a 3 course meal, Live ceilidh band and DJ! Read more
Bruce Davies – Songwriter
26th August 2018
Songwriter Bruce Davies is back at Valvona & Crolla on 26th August with a concert of original songs. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Mahler’s Eighth Symphony - SOLD OUT
26th August 2018
Daniel Harding and the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra join with the NYCoS Girls Choir and Edinburgh Festival Chorus to perform Mahler’s immense masterpiece. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: St. Vincent
26th August 2018
St. Vincent, the Grammy Award-winning musician brings her transgressive pop on a rare visit to Scotland as part of her Fear the Future tour. Read more
Live Music Sundays at Edinburgh Chihuahua Cafe
26th August 2018
In honour of all the fun of the Fringe, Edinburgh Chihuahua Cafe will be showcasing some of Scotland's finest musical talent, acoustic only for the doggies sensitive ears! Read more
Louis Prima – Dinner and Show with Philip Contini and his Be Happy Band
26th August 2018
Enjoy dinner and a show as Philip Contini and his Be Happy Band pay tribute to Louis Prima, Sicilian-New Orleanian showman and comedy-jazzer (1930s-1950s). Read more
Sonic Groove Showcase with Christina Sealey (Orphx) and Post Scriptum
26th August 2018
On the closing night of the Edinburgh Fringe we are bringing Sonic Groove labelmates Christina Sealey (Orphx) and Post Scriptum together for maximum dancefloor destruction. Read more
Edinburgh International Festival: Virgin Money Fireworks Concert
27th August 2018
Various Locations Edinburgh
Enjoy the annual International Festival finale with inspirational music from the Scottish Chamber Orchestra and breathtaking fireworks set against the backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. Read more
Sinatra and Me
30th August 2018
Join Richard Shelton as he recreates his critically acclaimed performance of Frank Sinatra, which looks behind the iconic blue eyes. Read more
Dancing through the Decades
31st August 2018
From 70's flares to 90's glow sticks, it's a celebration of the music from across the decades with our resident DJ at the Village Hotel Edinburgh. Read more
Groovers Carnival Party - Sesentayuno (6 Hour Set)
31st August 2018
Continuing our theme parties, Groovers will be hosting a carnival party to close off Edinburgh's Fringe Festival. Prepare to see The Mash House as you've never seen it before! Read more
Residents Ceilidh
31st August 2018
Join the infamous Burly Ceilidh Club at the Ghillie Dhu every Friday & Saturday with a 3 course meal, Live ceilidh band and DJ! Read more
Edinburgh Mela
1st September 2018 - 2nd September 2018
Leith
Edinburgh Mela, a multi-cultural festival of music, dance and arts, returns in September to Leith Links. Read more
Hotel California
1st September 2018
Hotel California return to Howden Park Centre on 1st September to perform their spectacular show of pure Eagles nostalgia. Read more
Bruncheon featuring The Sound of Muesli
8th September 2018
Enjoy local musical talent creating a chilled out atmosphere alongside delicious home-made café food in the open space of the Drill Hall. Read more
Klimate Launch Party ft Simula, Fiyahman and Metragnome
9th September 2018
Klimate is kicking off freshers week with their launch event featuring Simula, Fiyahman and Metragnome at The Mash House on September 9th. Read more
Soundhouse: Amanda Anne Platt and The Honeycutters
10th September 2018
The Soundhouse Organisation is delighted to present Amanda Anne Platt and The Honeycutters at the Traverse Bar Café on 10th September. Read more
Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham
12th September 2018
Enjoy an evening of great music with Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham at Howden Park Centre on 12th September! Read more
Unlimited 80’s Party Night
14th September 2018
Enjoy a blast from the past and dance the night away with the fantastic 80's disco night at the Village Hotel, Edinburgh! Read more
Jurassic Park In Concert
15th September 2018
Celebrate one of the biggest movie franchises of all time with Jurassic Park In Concert at the Usher Hall on 15th September! Read more
The Don Paterson Situation
15th September 2018
Catch The Don Paterson Situation featuring Steve Hamilton, Euan Burton, Alyn Cosker and of course Don himself at St James Scottish Episcopal Church, Leith on 15th September! Read more
Evergreen - A Tribute to Barbra Streisand
16th September 2018
In this brand new show Alyson Orr presents a tribute to Barbra Streisand featuring her best loved songs! Catch it at the Howden Park Centre on Sunday 16th September! Read more
Soundhouse: Fara
17th September 2018
Don't miss Fara, four exceptionally talented young musicians for Orkney, at the Traverse Bar Café on 17th September! Read more
Edinburgh Blues N Rock Festival
22nd September 2018
Come along to the annual Edinburgh Blues ‘N’ Rock Festival happening at The Edinburgh Corn Exchange on 22nd September! Read more
Speakin’ Cajun
22nd September 2018
Back after their sell-out show in January, the fabulous Jennifer Ewan Band joins forces with Poetry Circus for another evening of distinctly Cajun moves and grooves at Traverse Theatre. Read more
The Billy Joel Songbook performed by Elio Pace and his band
22nd September 2018
Elio Pace delivers this sensational and critically-acclaimed tour celebrating the phenomenal music of Billy Joel at the Howden Park Centre on Saturday 22nd September! Read more
Islands In The Stream
23rd September 2018
Enjoy a superb score and supreme musicianship with the ultimate tribute to two country music legends - Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers. Read more
Soundhouse: MacFarlane and McNeil
24th September 2018
Don't miss a great evening of world class jazz as Soundhouse presents Malcolm MacFarlane and Gordon McNeil at the Traverse Bar Café! Read more
Balerno Music Festival
26th September 2018 - 14th October 2018
Balerno
The Pentland Hills come alive with the sound of music when the eleventh Balerno Music Festival returns on 26th September. Read more
SCO: Beethoven Violin Concerto
27th September 2018
What a way to open a Season! A melting pot of musical, artistic and creative wealth delivered by Conductor Enrique Mazzola. Read more
The Bob Dylan Story
27th September 2018
The Bob Dylan Story is the absolute must-see concert celebration of rock
music’s greatest icon, catch it at the Howden Park Centre on Saturday 27th September! Read more
ABBA Tribute Night
28th September 2018
Put on your dancing shoes and join us at the Village Hotel, Edinburgh for a fabulous ABBA tribute night on 28th September. Read more
Joan Armatrading
28th September 2018
Get ready for an evening with Joan Armatrading as she brings her solo tour to the Usher Hall on 28th September. Read more
The Rum Festival Edinburgh
28th September 2018 - 29th September 2018
It's back! The UK's first travelling Rum Festival is back in Edinburgh for year 2! Catch it at The Biscuit Factory on 28th & 29th September! Read more
Two Kinds of Magic - ELO and Queen
28th September 2018
Magic, the band behind the successful ‘A Kind of Queen’ tribute, have put together a two-for-one show featuring their Queen and ELO tributes and bring it to Howden Park Centre on 28th September. Read more
Opera Gala
29th September 2018
Come along and enjoy a night of elegance, passion, drama and emotion as we present to you some of opera's best and most powerful pieces, in aid of Target Ovarian Cancer! Read more
Recitals for Wrigglers
30th September 2018
Join us in the Palace of Holyroodhouse as Recitals for Wrigglers return for another family-friendly concert in the Great Gallery. Read more
A Celebration of John Denver
5th October 2018
The hugely experienced Wayne Denton performs as the much-loved John Denver in this celebration of his music at the Howden Park Centre on 5th October. Read more
Ceilidh in the Jig Room
5th October 2018
Come and join us as we celebrate the launch of The Granary's new ceilidh evenings, with our first traditional Scottish evening taking place on the 5th October! Read more
Knight at the Castle
5th October 2018
Brand new for 2018 to celebrate the Year of Young People, take this opportunity to experience Edinburgh Castle as you never have before! Read more
Soul Unlimited: Heatwave, Odyssey, Jaki Graham and Gwen Dickey
7th October 2018
Don't miss the Soul Unlimited tour when it retuns to Edinburgh Playhouse on 7th October! Read more
The Musical Box: A Genesis Extravaganza
7th October 2018
The Musical Box indulges for the 1st time in its 25 year existence in an intense trip into the world of early Genesis. Read more
At Last - The Etta James Story
11th October 2018
Starring the sensational Vika Bull ‘At Last’ tells the story of soul legend Etta James’ turbulent life. Read more
SCO: Haydn The Season with SCO Chorus
11th October 2018
The Scottish Chamber Orchestra presents Haydn The Season with SCO Chorus at the Usher Hall on 11th October. Read more
Caro Emerald
13th October 2018
DF Concerts present Caro Emerald, with her exceptional vocals, at the Usher Hall on Saturday 13th October. Read more
Naughty 90’s Party Night
13th October 2018
Dig out your scrunchies and crop tops and lets go back to the naughty 90's at the Village Hotel on 13th October. Read more
The Spirit of Bad Company and Free
13th October 2018
Five piece band Free Again perform their spectacular show, dedicated to two of musician Paul Rodgers’ seminal bands, Bad Company and Free, at the Howden Park Centre on 13th October.
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Tony Iommi in conversation with Phil Alexander ‘A Life in Music’
13th October 2018
Legendary Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi will give us a fascinating insight into the life and career of a man whose influence on the history of popular music cannot be overstated. Read more
NEHH presents... Mark Kozelek
14th October 2018
NEHH presents... Mark Kozelek, best known as the vocalist and primary recording artist of the indie folk act Sun Kil Moon, at Summerhall on 14th October. Read more
Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake
16th October 2018 - 20th October 2018
Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake returns with a fresh look for the 21st century! Catch it when the tour comes to the Festival Theatre in October! Read more
Music Through the Ages
17th October 2018
Meet King James V's musician as he explain some of the music and instruments played in court at Edinburgh Castle. Read more
Music Through the Ages
18th October 2018
Meet King James V's musician as he explain some of the music and instruments played in court at Edinburgh Castle. Read more
Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix, Clapton and Cream
18th October 2018
Paying tribute to two of the greatest names in rock history, Jimi Hendrix and Cream, Voodoo Room are a stunning power-trio featuring some of the UK's finest musicians. Read more
Music Through the Ages
19th October 2018
Meet King James V's musician as he explain some of the music and instruments played in court at Edinburgh Castle. Read more
The Blockheads
20th October 2018
Don't miss legendary outfit The Blockheads (the band behind Ian Dury) when they play La Belle Angele on Saturday 20th October! Read more
The Robert Cray Band
20th October 2018
Legendary guitarist and singer-songwriter Robert Cray returns to the UK in Autumn 2018 and stops at the Usher Hall on 20th October. Read more
Jack White
21st October 2018
Following the release of his latest studio album Boarding House Reach Jack White returns to the Usher Hall in October! Read more
Some Guys Have All The Luck - The Rod Stewart Story
21st October 2018
Some Guys Have All The Luck celebrates the career of one of rocks greatest icons, Rod Stewart, and comes to Edinburgh Playhouse on 21st October. Read more
Abandoman (AKA Rob Broderick) – Pirate Radio
23rd October 2018
Rob Broderick will take you on a magical journey, transforming the audience’s likes, loathes and daydreams into hit songs and captivating tales. Read more
Saturday Night Fever
23rd October 2018 - 27th October 2018
Saturday Night Fever, one of the most loved dance stories of all time, returns to the stage in a spectacular new musical production! Catch it at the Edinburgh Playhouse this October! Read more
First Aid Kit - The Rebel Heart Tour
26th October 2018
Swedish folk duo 'First Aid Kit' bring their Rebel Heart tour to the Usher Hall on Friday 26th October. Read more
Hallowe’en Ceilidh at The Counting House
26th October 2018
Come and dance to the Annasach Ceilidh Band - Halloween Ceilidh at The Counting House on Friday 26th October! Read more
Soul Kings Tribute
26th October 2018
Get your funk on and join us for some boogying at the Soul Kings Tribute Night in the Village Hotel Edinburgh. Read more
The Edinburgh 7: A Celebration
26th October 2018
As part of Museums at Night 2018, writer and historian Dr. Elaine Thomson will host an evening of history, performance and song celebrating Sophia Jex-Blake and the Edinburgh 7. Read more
Maggie Bell and Dave Kelly
27th October 2018
Don't miss a wonderful evening of acoustic blues, soul and good times with two legends of the British R&B scene, Maggie Bell and Dave Kelly! Read more
Charlie Landsborough In Concert at the Howden Park Centre
29th October 2018
Join us at the Howden Park Centre for a memorable evening of beautiful ballads, folk, blues, country, rock 'n' roll, pop, gospel and anthems with the immensely talented Charlie Landsborough. Read more
Alison Krauss
30th October 2018
Catch American singer & musician Alison Krauss when she comes to Edinburgh Playhouse on Tuesday 30th October. Read more
Roger Taylor’s Queen Extravaganza UK Tour 2018
30th October 2018
Hear Queen’s greatest hits performed live when Roger Taylor’s Queen Extravaganza returns to the UK, including a date at the Usher Hall. Read more
The Counterfeit Sixties
2nd November 2018
Re-live the sounds of the swinging sixties, as Britain’s No. 1 tribute show returns to the Howden Park Centre on 2nd November!
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Ultimate Divas
2nd November 2018
Dance the night away to all the hits from the biggest female divas including Britney, Kylie, Lady Gaga, Madonna and Katy Perry at the Village Hotel, Edinburgh! Read more
Bridget Jones’s Diary In Concert - Film with Live Orchestra
3rd November 2018
Perhaps the defining film of the turn of the millennium, Bridget Jones’s Diary, will be presented as never before with a full orchestra, at the Usher Hall on November 3rd! Read more
Maximum RnB with The Manfreds
5th November 2018
Join 60s luminaries The Manfreds, PP Arnold and Zoot Money for a fabulous evening of Rhythm and Blues nostalgia at the Edinburgh Playhouse on 5th November! Read more
Charlie Landsborough In Concert
7th November 2018
Join us at The Brunton for a memorable evening of beautiful ballads, folk, blues, country, rock 'n' roll, pop, gospel and anthems with the immensely talented Charlie Landsborough. Read more
The Proclaimers
9th November 2018 - 10th November 2018
The Proclaimers have announced they will be touring the UK & Ireland this year and will play Edinburgh Playhouse on 9th and 10th November! Read more
Simply Sinatra
10th November 2018
A sensational evening of music, song and dance celebrating Ol’ Blue Eyes himself at the Usher Hall on 10th November. Read more
The Firrenes - Album Launch Concert
10th November 2018
The Firrenes are delighted to be heading back to the wonderful Voodoo Rooms for the official launch of their first album on 10th November. Read more
King Crimson
13th November 2018
Catch the legendary band King Crimson with their new tour ‘Uncertain Times’ at Edinburgh Playhouse on Tuesday 13th November.
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Opera Dinner in aid of Hospices of Hope
16th November 2018
Hospices of Hope is hosting a fundfraising Opera Dinner on 16th November with world renowned Classical Opera Tenor Neil Latchman accompanied by Ancuta Nite on piano. Read more
The Absolute Jam
17th November 2018
Fusion Functions & Events presents The Absolute Jam, Scotland’s Tribute to The Jam, at La Belle Angele on 17th November. Read more
The Absolute Jam - Scotland’s Tribute to The Jam
17th November 2018
Don't miss Scotland's ultimate tribute to The Jam, The Absolute Jam, at La Belle Angele on Saturday 17th November! Read more
The King Is Back - Ben Portsmouth is Elvis
17th November 2018
With stunning costumes and superb musicianship don't miss one of the best Elvis tributes performing today! Read more
Light Night
18th November 2018
Edinburgh New Town
Light Night is a free event for all to enjoy, which encapsulates the true spirit of the festive season: family and the community. Read more
Motown The Musical
20th November 2018 - 8th December 2018
The Scottish premiere of Motown The Musical hits Edinburgh Playhouse from 20 November until 8 December 2018. Read more
Bjorn Again
21st November 2018
Bjorn Again are heading back out across the UK with their 30th Anniversary tour! Catch them at the Usher Hall on Wednesday 21st November! Read more
EH6 Festival
23rd November 2018 - 25th November 2018
Leith
The EH6 Festival is back bigger and better this year with an incredible line up of live music and over 100 acts in 3 days in 3 amazing historic Leith venues. Read more
EH6 Festival
23rd November 2018 - 25th November 2018
Leith
The EH6 Festival is back bigger and better this year with an incredible line up of live music and over 100 acts in 3 days in 3 amazing historic Leith venues. Read more
Christine and the Queens
24th November 2018
After announcing her comeback with shows in LA, NYC, London and Paris, Christine and the Queens has announced an additional show at the Usher Hall in Edinburgh!
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Nativity! The Musical
28th November 2018 - 2nd December 2018
After an extended run in the West End, Nativity! The Musical is coming to Edinburgh's Festival Theatre. Read more
St Andrews Ceilidh in Lauriston Hall
30th November 2018 - 1st December 2018
Edinburgh Ceilidhs invite you to their St Andrews Ceilidh on 30th November and 1st December in Lauriston Hall. Read more
The Australian Pink Floyd
2nd December 2018
The critically acclaimed Australian Pink Floyd Show returns to the Usher Hall on 2nd December 2018. Read more
The Osmonds’ Rock And Roll Christmas Spectacular
7th December 2018
Synergy Concerts presents The Osmonds' Rock and Roll Christmas Spectacular at the Usher Hall on 7th December. Read more
Love Actually with Live Orchestra
8th December 2018
Kick off the holiday season with a screening of festive favourite Love Actually complete with full orchestra! Read more
Music Through the Ages
9th December 2018
Meet King James V's musician as he explain some of the music and instruments played in court at Edinburgh Castle. Read more
Katie Melua and Gori Women’s Choir
13th December 2018
Katie Melua has included a date at the Assembly Rooms as part of her 2018 winter tour and she is joined by the Gori Women’s Choir. Read more
The Bootleg Beatles
15th December 2018
The world’s most famous Beatles Tribute band play the Usher Hall on 15th December in a not-to-be-missed show. Read more
Chas and Dave - All Seasons Live 2018
16th December 2018
Don’t miss these unique opportunities to catch Chas & Dave live at the Usher Hall on Sunday 16th December! Read more
Candlelit Concert at St. Giles’ Cathedral
31st December 2018
Come along to a festive celebration in the candlelit atmosphere of St Giles' Cathedral on 31st December. Read more
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party
31st December 2018
Various Locations Edinburgh
Join people from around the world to bring in the New Year at one of the world's biggest and best outdoor parties! Read more
Burns Ceilidh
25th January 2019 - 26th January 2019
Come along and enjoy a Burns Ceilidh with Edinburgh Ceilidhs on 25th or 26th January at Lauriston Hall! Read more
American Idiot
5th February 2019 - 9th February 2019
Green Day’s explosive rock musical American Idiot returns to the UK for a special 10th anniversary tour and comes to the Edinburgh Playhouse. Read more
Jersey Boys
19th February 2019 - 2nd March 2019
The smash hit musical Jersey Boys, is returning to Edinburgh with a two week run at the Playhouse in 2019! Read more
Mike and The Mechanics
28th February 2019
Mike & The Mechanics bring their nationwide 'Looking Back Over My Shoulder Tour' to the Usher Hall, Edinburgh on Thursday 28th February! Read more
SCO: Sibelius Symphonies 6 and 7
14th March 2019
Two worlds collide thrillingly: Beethoven around 1800 and Sibelius, 120 years later, both close to Conductor Joseph Swensen’s heart. Read more
Bowie Experience
29th March 2019
Bowie Experience is a breathtaking concert celebrating the music of the world’s greatest pop icon, David Bowie. Read more
Benedetti Plays Mozart Violin Concertos No 3 and 5
4th April 2019
Nicola Benedetti play-directs two Mozart Violin Concertos with the Scottish Chamber Orchestra at the Usher Hall on 4th April. Read more
Stairway to Heaven: Led Zeppelin Masters
6th April 2019
Australia’s celebrated Led Zeppelin Masters return to the Usher Hall with their Stairway to Heaven tour. Read more
Rock of Ages
30th April 2019 - 4th May 2019
We promise you a night of outrageous rock ‘n’ roll debauchery at the biggest party in town when the smash hit musical 'Rock of Ages' hits Edinburgh Playhouse! Read more
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac 2019
30th April 2019
Rumours Of Fleetwood Mac, the world’s ultimate homage to Fleetwood Mac, come to Usher Hall with their 50th anniversary tour! Read more
Seven Drunken Nights: The Story of the Dubliners
8th May 2019
Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of The Dubliners is a guaranteed evening of music, humor and ‘craic’ and comes to the Playhouse on 8th May. Read more
SCO: Berlioz Symphonie Fantastique
9th May 2019
Passion rules in the Scottish Chamber Orchestra’s Season Finale at the Usher Hall on Thursday 9th May! Read more
The Johnny Cash Roadshow
16th May 2019
Singer/songwriter Clive John, with The Spirit Band, re-create with astounding accuracy and truly capture the essence of what it was like to be at a real Johnny Cash show! Read more
The Carpenters Story
1st June 2019
Catch award-winning The Carpenters Story when it returns to the Edinburgh Playhouse on 1st June. Read more
That’ll Be the Day
2nd June 2019
The UK’s No.1 Rock & Roll variety production That’ll Be The Day returns to Edinburgh Playhouse with another brand new show. Read more
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