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What's on in Edinburgh

Welcome to What's on Edinburgh, we pride ourselves on keeping you up to date on events in Edinburgh taking place throughout the year, from the latest theatre events and live music performances to local activities and fantastic attractions!

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Featured Events in Edinburgh

There are thousands of events in Edinburgh every month, here we've hand-picked a few you should definitely pay attention to!

Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox

27th April 2024

Postmodern Jukebox embark on a worldwide tour in 2024 to celebrate 10th anniversary! Don't miss them live at the O2 Academy Edinburgh on Saturday 27th April!

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We Cry Wolf

27th April 2024

Fife band We Cry Wolf return to Edinburgh for an electrifying night at Legends on Saturday 27th April with Stolen Order and Black Lesion!

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Ari Eldjárn: Return of the Icelandic

27th April 2024

Ari Eldjárn, Iceland’s biggest stand up comedian (and first-ever Netflix star), returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 27th April!

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Mitski

27th April 2024 - 28th April 2024

Songwriter, musician and performer Mitski brings her 2024 tour to the Usher Hall on 27th & 28th April.

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Hottest Tickets in Town

From theatre shows to gigs, snap up tickets to the most popular events in town, here's a small selection of what's trending this week!

Los Bitchos

23rd October 2024

Catch Los Bitchos, a four-piece dance-rock band from London, when they play Summerhall Edinburgh on Wednesday 23rd October!

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Madagascar The Musical

25th April 2024 - 27th April 2024

Join Alex, Marty, Melman and Gloria as they bound out of the zoo and onto the stage when live musical spectacular Madagascar The Musical comes to Edinburgh Playhouse in April!

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Nas - Illmatic 30 Year Anniversary Tour

11th November 2024

Nas brings his Illmatic 30 Year Anniversary Tour to the Usher Hall on Monday 11th November!

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New Events in Edinburgh

You'll find all the latest Edinburgh events that have been added to the website right here!

Collage Workshop for Beginners

29th April 2024

Enjoy a relaxing and friendly Edinburgh art workshop for adults on 29th April, hosted by award-winning artist Sarah Kwan!

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Japanese Boro Stitching Workshop

22nd June 2024

Join us Dovecot Studios on 22nd June for a slow stitching workshop inspired by the Japanese Boro tradition of repeatedly mending fabrics!

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Scottish International Ball Hockey Tournament

3rd May 2024 - 5th May 2024

Come along to Ball Hockey UK's inaugural Scottish International Ball Hockey Tournament at Murrayfield Ice Rink from 3rd to 5th May!

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Latest Edinburgh News

Keep up to date with what's going on in Edinburgh with our local news updates!

RUSK & RUSK shares the Spanish Butcher menu ahead of opening in two weeks

RUSK & RUSK shares the Spanish Butcher menu ahead of opening in two weeks

RUSK & RUSK, the independent Scottish restaurant group, today shares details of the menu set to ignite tastebuds for The Spanish Butcher which officially opens in Edinburgh on Friday 10th May.

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Johnnie Walker Princes Street seeks new talent to join award winning team

Johnnie Walker Princes Street seeks new talent to join award winning team

Johnnie Walker Princes Street, the award-winning global visitor experience in the heart of Edinburgh, has announced exciting opportunities for passionate individuals to join its renowned team.

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All Aboard for Unmissable Tales of Adventure at the Port Edgar Open Weekend

All Aboard for Unmissable Tales of Adventure at the Port Edgar Open Weekend

THREE captivating and inspiring stories of adventure, near-death experiences and endurance are set to thrill the crowds at Port Edgar Marina’s 10th anniversary Open Weekend on 4th and 5th May!

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Van Gogh experience announces Scottish premiere dates

Van Gogh experience announces Scottish premiere dates

A spectacular multimedia show celebrating Vincent van Gogh's life and stunning artworks is coming to Glasgow this summer!

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Festivals in Edinburgh

From music to film, comedy to books, family to the arts there's a wide range of cultural festivals being held throughout the year in Edinburgh!

Beltane Fire Festival

30th Apr 2024 - 30th Apr 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Beltane Fire Festival returns on 30th April, bolder, brighter and fire-ier than ever before!

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Edinburgh Tradfest

3rd May 2024 - 13th May 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

The very best traditional music from Scotland and around the world returns from 3rd to 13th May 2024.

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Brick Fest Live

4th May 2024 - 6th May 2024
Edinburgh West

For the first time ever, the world’s largest hands-on LEGO® event of its kind catapults from the US to make its UK debut this Spring at the Royal Highland Centre!

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Upcoming Theatre Events in Edinburgh

Whether you prefer comedy or musicals, ballet or opera, our Edinburgh theatre listings will have something to suit everyone!

My Friend Selkie

27th April 2024

Developed by the cast & Dawn Hartley from an original concept by Niamh, this tale is told through dance, text and songs and has been enjoyed by children age 3+ across Scotland.

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Just Beatles

27th April 2024

You'll think you're experiencing the Fab Four live in concert when you catch Just Beatles at Reconnect Regal Theatre, Bathgate on Saturday 27st April!

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Elegies

27th April 2024

Elegies is the first dance adaptation of Elegies for the Dead in Cyrenaica by legendary Scottish poet and songwriter Hamish Henderson.

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Upcoming Family & Kids Events in Edinburgh

Don't be stuck for things to do with the kids in Edinburgh! We have something for everyone and every pocket...

Sharky McShark Story Time with Alison Murray

27th April 2024

Join us at Waterstones Edinburgh West End on Saturday 27th of April as Alison Murray, author of Sharky McShark, joins us in-store for story time.

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My Friend Selkie

27th April 2024

Developed by the cast & Dawn Hartley from an original concept by Niamh, this tale is told through dance, text and songs and has been enjoyed by children age 3+ across Scotland.

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Spring Concert

27th April 2024

Join Lothian Gaelic Choir for a magical evening of Gaelic music along with guest soloist Emma NicLeoid, a double Gold Medallist!

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Upcoming Music Events in Edinburgh

Edinburgh is renowned for it's live music scene, with a variety of venues catering for small intimate gigs to huge arenas hosting the biggest names!

Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox

27th April 2024

Postmodern Jukebox embark on a worldwide tour in 2024 to celebrate 10th anniversary! Don't miss them live at the O2 Academy Edinburgh on Saturday 27th April!

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Dune! The Musical

27th April 2024

Join the original Sci-Fi Bard for an unforgettable evening celebrating the meteoric rise of Paul Atreides.

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We Cry Wolf

27th April 2024

Fife band We Cry Wolf return to Edinburgh for an electrifying night at Legends on Saturday 27th April with Stolen Order and Black Lesion!

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Activities in Edinburgh

Step away from the TV remote, choose one or more from our activities selection, and get out of the house to discover new skills, sports and more!

Merbabies Swim School Edinburgh & Lothians

Merbabies provide amazing play-based lessons with an ethos of gentle swimming and teaching with love.

RSCDS Edinburgh Branch

Dance Scottish with us! Scottish dancing is fun, great exercise and a good way to make new friends.

The Royal Society Of Edinburgh

The RSE is an educational charity, registered in Scotland, operating on a wholly independent and non-party-political basis and providing public benefit throughout Scotland.

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Attractions in Edinburgh

Edinburgh and the surrounding areas have a great mix of sightseeing attractions. If you are looking for a fun family day out or a trip with friends, then look no further!

The Peoples Story Museum

The People's Story gives an unique insight in to Edinburgh's working class people from the 18th century to the late 20th century.

Edinburgh Chinese New Year Festival

Edinburgh’s Chinese New Year Festival returns in 2024 with a full programme of events and activities across the city to celebrate Chinese New Year and the start of The Year of the Dragon.

Lauriston Castle

When you step inside Lauriston Castle, you see it just as it was in 1926, when it was left to the nation by the last private owner, Mrs Reid.

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Eating & Drinking in Edinburgh

Eating out in Edinburgh is a joy, with a range of restaurants and cafes on offer and there's a wide selection of places to enjoy a quiet pint or a cheeky cocktail.

The Blackbird Bar and Restaurant

The Blackbird Bar and Restaurant is Tollcross's ultimate destination for fun cocktails, finger licking food and good vibes. We have an awesome beer garden, play cool music and love neon!

Juniper

A city-centre cocktail bar serving classic and bespoke cocktails made with premium spirits, with a backdrop of stunning views across the city of Edinburgh.

The Waverley Bar

A traditional scottish bar with folk music, storytelling and plenty of good banter!

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Popular Events

Collage Workshop for Beginners
Enjoy a relaxing and friendly Edinburgh art workshop for adults on 29th April, hosted by award-winning artist Sarah Kwan!
Scottish International Ball Hockey Tournament
Come along to Ball Hockey UK's inaugural Scottish International Ball Hockey Tournament at Murrayfield Ice Rink from 3rd to 5th May!
Northern Streams Festival
Northern Streams is a festival celebrating Nordic & Scottish music, song and dance and this year's edition is taking place from 26th - 28th April at The Pleasance Edinburgh.
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!
Castle Street Market
Held in brightly coloured gazebos in the heart of central Edinburgh, Castle Street Market is filled with top quality products and has something to satisfy every taste!

Popular Listings

Corn Exchange Haddington Edinburgh Playhouse Festival Theatre Edinburgh Howden Park Centre Livingston Kings Theatre Edinburgh National Museum of Scotland O2 Academy Edinburgh The Brunton Theatre, Musselburgh Traverse Theatre Usher Hall