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Nature events in Edinburgh

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Events in Edinburgh

Rising Tide: Art and Environment in Oceania

12th August 2023 - 14th April 2024

Delve into the most important and pressing issue of our time, humanity’s damaging relationship with planet Earth.

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Arthur’s Secrets

1st September 2023 - 26th March 2024

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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Ode to Nature

28th February 2024 - 14th April 2024

Ode to Nature presents the work of two established wildlife and landscape artists: Fiona Clucas and Derek Robertson. It's on at the Scottish Ornithologists Club from 28th February!

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Tea and Talks

Selected dates between 12th March 2024 - 16th May 2024

These tea and talk sessions deliver a series of small-scale talks from the RZSS team in the stunning setting of the Mansion House at Edinburgh Zoo.

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Edinburgh Science Festival: Snippets of Scotland

30th March 2024 - 14th April 2024

In this indoor mini-exhibition at Dynamic Earth, take a journey through Scotland's geological past!

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Edinburgh Science Festival: The Art of Rocks

1st April 2024

Get inspired by geology in this creative workshop at Dynamic Earth on Monday 1st April!

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Edinburgh Science Festival: Animal Adventures

2nd April 2024

Have you ever wanted to track a tiger? How about tagging a turtle? In this family digital workshop, you can do just that!

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Edinburgh Science Festival: Fire & Ice

3rd April 2024 - 10th April 2024

In this outdoor family walk you’ll connect with the nature and landscape of Edinburgh’s great outdoors and explore how our local surroundings have been shaped by both fire and ice.

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Edinburgh Science Festival: Have Zoo Got What it Takes?

3rd April 2024 - 4th April 2024

Meet some of the Edinburgh Zoo staff members at this fun-filled Career Fayre on 3rd & 4th April!

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Edinburgh Science Festival: Planet Protectors

4th April 2024 - 8th April 2024

Join us at Dynamic Earth and learn about different ways you can become a planet protector, make your own mini bug hotel and natural plant pot, plus lots more exciting activities!

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Edinburgh Science Festival: Icy Investigations

5th April 2024

In this digital family workshop, you can explore the issues of planet warming through a blend of coding and experimenting with digital technology!

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Nature Photography Workshop

Selected dates between 8th April 2024 - 4th October 2024

Join renowned professional photographer Laurie Campbell for these Nature Photography Workshops at Edinburgh Zoo!

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Edinburgh Science Festival: Wild Learning

10th April 2024 - 11th April 2024

Join us at Edinburgh Zoo for nature inspired fun and games, crafts, STEM activities and outdoor free play for children of all ages to enjoy.

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Wild Isles Live

16th May 2024

Don't miss an unforgettable evening of natural wonder on the big screen at the Usher Hall on 16th May!

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RSPB Birdwatching cruise

Selected dates between 2nd June 2024 - 16th June 2024

Join Maid of the Forth for a 3-hour cruise, led by our team of expert RSPB staff, for a birdwatching adventure like no other!

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The Royal Highland Show

20th June 2024 - 23rd June 2024

One of Scotland's most iconic events, The Royal Highland Show, returns to the Royal Highland Centre between the 20th and 23rd June 2024!

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Ocean Film Festival

16th October 2024

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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Nature Events in East Renfrewshire

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Muddy Monsters Club

Muddy Monsters Club

Selected dates between 14th March 2024 - 12th December 2024

Muddy Monsters a nature club for 2-5 year olds ran by the Whitelee Countryside Rangers held every month between March and December!

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Litha (Midsummer) Celebration

Litha (Midsummer) Celebration

20th June 2024

Celebrate the turning point of the year with a bracing walk at Dams To Darnley Country Park, then meet around a traditional Celtic fire to hear about the origins of our ancient customs!

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Nature Events in Fife

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

Simon Reeve: To The Ends Of The Earth

Simon Reeve: To The Ends Of The Earth

14th November 2024

Simon Reeve is on a UK tour with ‘To The Ends Of The Earth’ and brings it to the Alhambra Theatre Dunfermline on 14th November!

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The Big Spring Bash

The Big Spring Bash

6th April 2024

The Big Spring Bash is back for 2024! Join us for an action-packed celebration of spring on Saturday 6th April, featuring hands-on activities, live music and local food vendors!

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Easter Childwood Sessions

Easter Childwood Sessions

1st April 2024 - 3rd April 2024

Childwood is a nature based school holiday provision for primary aged children running from 1st - 3rd April at Falkland Estate!

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Nature Events in Glasgow

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Sensory Bluebell Walk

Sensory Bluebell Walk

11th May 2024

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of RSPB Loch Lomond and captivate your senses as you head out on a guided bluebell walk through this picturesque reserve!

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Wildlife Wanders at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond

Wildlife Wanders at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond

Selected dates between 26th April 2024 - 6th July 2024

The mix of habitats found at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond are what make it such an amazing place for wildlife, Join the team for a series of wildlife walks.

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Dawn Chorus Walk

Dawn Chorus Walk

2nd May 2024

Get up with the larks and learn your Stonechats from your Skylarks and your Great tits from your Goldfinches on this guided walk in Lenzie with the Mugdock Park Ranger!

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Nature Events in Lanarkshire

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

Biodiversity Bonanza at Falls of Clyde

Biodiversity Bonanza at Falls of Clyde

30th March 2024

Come and welcome spring at the Falls of Clyde Visitor Centre and get involved in free outdoor activities, plus explore the beautiful scenery of the reserve!

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Easter Exhibition: Zaneta Threlfall Wildlife Photographer

Easter Exhibition: Zaneta Threlfall Wildlife Photographer

30th March 2024 - 14th April 2024

Biggar Museum opens up for Easter with an exhibition of work from of award winning, local wildlife photographer Zaneta Threlfall!

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Easter at New Lanark

Easter at New Lanark

30th March 2024 - 14th April 2024

This Easter at New Lanark, there are a variety of exciting activities to take part in including a scavenger hunt, bonnet making and parade and the Great New Lanark Duck Race!

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Nature Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

Birding & Birdsong for Beginners

Birding & Birdsong for Beginners

19th May 2024

Are you new to birdwatching or interested in taking it up? Join the team at RSPB Lochwinnoch for the ideal workshop to introduce beginners to this fantastic hobby!

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Spring Super Spotter Scavenger Hunt

Spring Super Spotter Scavenger Hunt

1st May 2024 - 31st May 2024

Explore the woodland trail and see how many items you can find on the Spectacular Spring Scavenger Hunt with your family at RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve!

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Kids Self-led Activity: Wild Birthday Bash

Kids Self-led Activity: Wild Birthday Bash

1st March 2024 - 31st March 2024

Celebrate 50 years of RSPB Lochwinnoch with hidden critters, fun challenges & nature exploration on this self-led activity for all the family!

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Nature Events in Stirling

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

Pond Dipping: What Lives in the Pond?

Pond Dipping: What Lives in the Pond?

31st March 2024

Join Mugdock Ranger Alan and discover what's living in the ponds of Mugdock Country Park!

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Easter Petting Zoo

Easter Petting Zoo

29th March 2024 - 31st March 2024

Join us at Affinity Sterling Mills Outlet Shopping for some Egg-cellent free family fun this Easter!

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Forest School – Sensory Sunday. Forest School for Young Children (3-5 years)

Forest School – Sensory Sunday. Forest School for Young Children (3-5 years)

Selected dates between 28th April 2024 - 2nd June 2024

Join Ranger Stuart and venture into Mugdock’s wild places on this session of sensory activities for wee folk and their parents.

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Events in Other Areas

Professor Roger Crofts: The Future of Trees

Professor Roger Crofts: The Future of Trees

27th March 2024

Roger Crofts celebrates the role of trees in our lives and considers how to ensure that we have well-maintained woods as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!

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Popular Events

Hamilton
The multi award-winning cultural phenomenon 'Hamilton' is touring the UK for the very first time and is coming to the Festival Theatre for a 9 week season from 28th February 2024!
Mary Poppins
Direct from the West End, the classic multi award-winning musical Mary Poppins comes to the Festival Theatre from 12th January!
Sense of Loss
Visually Impaired Creators Scotland present Sense of Loss, exploring death through the lens of visual impairment at Assembly Roxy on Friday 5th and Saturday 6th April.
A Play, A Pie and A Pint
A popular feature of the Traverse programme, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, Òran Mór returns for 2024.
Easter Market at Greyfriars Hall
Support the Makers bring an Easter Market to Greyfriars Hall on Sunday 24th March, showcasing the very best of local handmade from artists, creative’s & makers!

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