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Events in Edinburgh

Alfred Buckham: Daredevil Photographer

18th October 2025 - 19th April 2026

Take to the skies and discover the world from above the clouds through the remarkable work of Alfred Buckham: Daredevil Photographer at the National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait.

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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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ARTIST ROOMS

12th July 2025 - 31st May 2026

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

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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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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2026 - 31st December 2026
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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Dear Library

20th June 2025 - 18th April 2026

To mark our 100th birthday, the National Library of Scotland presents a special exhibition, 'Dear Library'.

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Drawing the Italian Renaissance

17th October 2025 - 1st March 2026

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

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Edinburgh Nuclear Bunker Tour

25th October 2025 - 27th December 2026

Don't miss an amazing opportunity to see part of Scotland's Cold War History on the Barnton Nuclear Bunker Tours every Saturday and Sunday!

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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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Fabulous Old Town Tour

1st December 2025 - 14th February 2026
Edinburgh Old Town

This free walking tour is fun and funny, performed by local independent tour guides, it will really help you to know the city and understand something about what life is all about!

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Hays Community Education Courses (Free and accredited)

25th November 2025 - 25th November 2026

Hays Community Hub is excited to launch a brand-new learning opportunity designed to support you every step of the way.

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Hays Community Hub Volunteer drop in

20th November 2025 - 20th November 2026

Interested in volunteering? Them come along to Hays Community Hub Volunteer drop in day on Thursday 20th November - we’d love to welcome you to the team!

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Hooked: 500 Years of Addiction

30th May 2025 - 13th February 2026

From heroin to gambling, from alcohol to love, explore the history of addiction at Hooked, an exhibition at the Physicians' Gallery.

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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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Jubilate Children’s Choir

24th October 2025 - 19th June 2026

Jubilate is St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral's new junior choir, held every Friday during term time in the Song School on the Cathedral grounds.

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Live Music at The Botanist

6th March 2025 - 20th December 2026

The Botanist hosts live music from Thursday to Sunday every week! From acoustic singles, duos, trios and full band, we have it all.

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Making a Statement: Craft & Activism in Edinburgh

17th September 2025 - 26th January 2026

This colourful and vibrant exhibition brings together historic objects and contemporary protest material to explore the recent explosion of 'Craftivism' in Edinburgh.

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Maps: Memories from the Second World War

9th March 2024 - 26th January 2026

Through personal stories, photography and memorabilia, this exhibition at the National War Museum charts the creation and use of maps during the Second World War.

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Méabh Breathnach

8th November 2025 - 8th February 2026

In Bodies of Work (in progress), Méabh Breathnach uses ceramics, metal and the body as materials, tools, and sources of inspiration in the creation of both sculptural and functional objects.

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Michael Fullerton

22nd November 2025 - 1st March 2026

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

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Out of Chaos: Post-War Scottish Art 1945-2000

17th May 2025 - 8th March 2026

Scheduled to complement John Bellany: A Life in Self-Portraiture, this survey exhibition examines the wider context of post-war Scottish art.

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

20th October 2025 - 14th February 2026

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

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Royal Mile International Piano Series

6th October 2025 - 20th July 2026

Set against the magnificent backdrop of St Giles’ Cathedral — illuminated by candlelight - these concerts promise an unforgettable musical experience!

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Rugby for Beginners

29th July 2025 - 28th April 2026

Corstorphine Cougars are running free beginners classes every Tuesday for Females of all ages who would like to try Rugby!

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The Rocky Horror Show

6th January 2026 - 10th January 2026

Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical, The Rocky Horror Show returns to Edinburgh Playhouse in January as part of a new world tour!

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Turner in January

1st January 2026 - 31st January 2026

Following the incredible success of last year's blockbuster exchange with the National Gallery of Ireland, Scotland's own much-loved Turners are back in Edinburgh for 2026!

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Unmasked: Exploring Scottish Portraiture

13th September 2025 - 31st May 2026

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

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We Are The Witches. We Are, Hear

1st August 2025 - 30th August 2026

This is an exhibition of textile artwork by 70 wise women artist using their craft to Challenge, Disturb and Disrupt. Catch it at The House of Smalls in August!

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Events in East Renfrewshire

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

The Community Hub Clarkston: CAB Citizens Advice Bureau

The Community Hub Clarkston: CAB Citizens Advice Bureau

Selected dates between 3rd December 2025 - 28th January 2026

Are you at retirement age? Are you aware of the benefits that may be available to you? Pop along to The Community Hub Clarkston where Carla is on hand to help.

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The Legends of American Country Show

The Legends of American Country Show

7th January 2026

Europe's number one country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, returns to Eastwood Park Theatre for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!

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Events in Fife

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

The Herring Year : Following the Fish, the Fleet and the Folk around the Coast

The Herring Year : Following the Fish, the Fleet and the Folk around the Coast

5th January 2026 - 2nd March 2026

Every year the shoals of herring moved around the coasts of Britain and every year an army of workers followed them. This exhibition, by local artist Jake Brown, illustrates the routes they took.

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Utopia

Utopia

8th November 2025 - 1st March 2026

Utopia is a book, exhibition and workshop programme that explores our never-ending quest for a perfect life in the towns and cities where we live and work.

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Gu’un the fish n’ that

Gu’un the fish n’ that

5th January 2026 - 2nd March 2026

Gu’un the fish n’ that is an immersive sound installation by East Anglian based artist Beverley Carruthers, celebrating the migrant worker and their importance to the fishing industry.

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Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Good Move Glasgow Health Walks

Good Move Glasgow Health Walks

1st January 2026 - 31st December 2026

Good Move Glasgow's Health Walks are easy, fun and free. What's more, with over 50 walks taking place each week, there's bound to be one near you!

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Feed

Feed

13th September 2025 - 9th January 2026

Feed is an installation at GoMA promoting inclusive, sustainable approaches to infant feeding and public space.

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Julian Ovenden - The Cathedral Tour

Julian Ovenden - The Cathedral Tour

7th January 2026

Step into the sublime as musical theatre legend Julian Ovenden presents a breathtaking evening of songs at Glasgow's Cottiers on Wednesday 7th January!

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Events in Lanarkshire

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

North Pole Express

North Pole Express

15th November 2025 - 17th January 2026

North Pole Express at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre is an enchanting winter exhibition for families and younger visitors!

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Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks

Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks

1st January 2026 - 31st December 2026

Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regular health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!

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Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

Selected dates between 7th January 2026 - 19th December 2026

Free, fun and fantastic! Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions throughout the week!

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ASN Football

ASN Football

Selected dates between 18th June 2025 - 1st May 2026

Our ASN football sessions are open to individuals aged 16 and over. It offers regular training sessions and opportunities to participate in matches, all within a supportive and friendly environment.

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Deco

Deco

Selected dates between 17th December 2025 - 31st January 2026

The Art Department is delighted to announce a new exhibition Deco, exploring the Art Deco movement, stemming back to the early twentieth century when Art Deco first burst onto the world stage.

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Events in Stirling

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

Stirling Ghostwalk

Stirling Ghostwalk

1st January 2026 - 31st December 2026

Take a tour of the strange tales and stranger characters of Stirling's Old Town on the Stirling Ghostwalk... comedy, drama, fact and fable - fun for boys & ghouls of all ages!

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Aerial Yoga

Aerial Yoga

14th April 2025 - 31st March 2026

Feeling inspired to try something new or expand your existing practice? Then join Andriani's Ahimsa Yoga at 3 Wellgreen Lane, Stirling for these Aerial Yoga classes on Mondays & Tuesdays!

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The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith

The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith

1st March 2023 - 1st January 2028

This exhibition showcases some of The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum’s remarkable art collection.

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Events in Other Areas

Highlight Talks

Highlight Talks

Selected dates between 7th January 2026 - 24th June 2026

On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!

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The Cookbook Shop
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Popular Events

Candlelight: Coldplay and Ed Sheeran
Get your tickets now and discover the music of Coldplay and Ed Sheeran at St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral in Edinburgh under the gentle glow of candlelight!
Panto 2025: Jack and the Beanstalk
Join Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young for the GIANT of a pantomime we've all BEAN waiting for!
Enlightenment: An Immersive Light Show
Watch the iconic McEwans Hall in Edinburgh come alive with Enlightenment, a spectacular sound and light show, set to the enchanting melodies of Vivaldi's The Four Seasons!
Valentine’s Double Bill - A Candlelight Night at the Opera
Enjoy an amazing value package of candlelight concerts - Debussy's Romantic Piano by Candlelight and Gaston Leroux's Phantom of the Opera at St Cecilia's Hall on 14th February!
Grassmarket Market
Every Saturday the centre of the Grassmarket becomes a flurry of excitement with the arrival of the weekly market... home to art, crafts, jewellery, gifts, not to mention amazing locally made food!

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