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Van Gogh Alive

17th March 2022 - 17th July 2022

Van Gogh Alive, the most visited immersive, multi-sensory experience in the world, makes its hotly anticipated debut in Edinburgh in 2022 for an exclusive four month run!

The Secret Domes at Cask Smugglers

20th November 2021 - 31st December 2022

Cask Smugglers are thrilled to present our brand new Secret Domes, which boast some of the best views in Edinburgh from a spectacular vantage point on the rooftop of Waverley station.

Over The Bridge Festival

29th July 2022 - 31st July 2022

Over The Bridge Festival comes to Edinburgh in July with some of the biggest UK music names set to make an appearance!

Sunshine On Leith

7th June 2022 - 18th June 2022

Don't miss this fresh new production of Sunshine On Leith, an audience favourite which is sure to delight yet again!

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!

Judi Love, Work In Progress - CANCELLED

16th May 2022 - 17th May 2022

Monkey Barrel Comedy, Edinburgh Old Town

Judi Love is in Edinburgh with her new WIP at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Monday 16th May and Tuesday 17th May.

FULL MOON with Transmission Meditation 2022

16th May 2022

The Salisbury Centre, Edinburgh South

Join Share International Scotland for a powerful group meditation and work of planetary service at the time of the full moon each month!

Marina

17th May 2022

O2 Academy Edinburgh, Edinburgh West

Catch Marina at Edinburgh Corn Exchange on 17th May as part of her Ancient Dreams in a Modern Land Tour!

Tarot + Cautionary Tales

17th May 2022

The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh, Edinburgh New Town

The twisted minds of Gein's Family Giftshop and sweaty bodies of Goose combine to bring you something brand new: Tarot + Cautionary Tales!

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!

Van Gogh Alive

17th March 2022 - 17th July 2022

Festival Square Edinburgh, Edinburgh West

Van Gogh Alive, the most visited immersive, multi-sensory experience in the world, makes its hotly anticipated debut in Edinburgh in 2022 for an exclusive four month run!
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Sunshine On Leith

7th June 2022 - 18th June 2022

Kings Theatre Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Don't miss this fresh new production of Sunshine On Leith, an audience favourite which is sure to delight yet again!
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Over The Bridge Festival

29th July 2022 - 31st July 2022

Stockbridge and Canonmills

Over The Bridge Festival comes to Edinburgh in July with some of the biggest UK music names set to make an appearance!
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New Events in Edinburgh

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Bend it like Bertie

3rd June 2022

Howden Park Centre, Livingston

Follow the antics of Denise and Danny in the comedy play, 'Bend it like Bertie' at The Howden Park Centre on 3rd June!
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Circus Vegas: Livingston

5th Jul 2022 - 7th Jul 2022

Howden Park Centre, Livingston

Circus Vegas, a new death-defying circus, is touring the UK in 2022 and comes to Howden Park Centre, Livingston from 5th to 7th July!
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Becki Rutherford / Pete Wall / Just.Pip

26th May 2022

The Wee Red Bar, Edinburgh Old Town

Singer-songwriter Becki Rutherford is bringing her stripped back groovy pop sound to the Wee Red Bar on 26th May. Support comes from indie-pop artists Pete Wall and Just.
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Latest Edinburgh News

Can you help people living with chest, heart & stroke conditions across Scotland

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland is calling for people in the local community to become Collection Can Volunteers to help raise vital funds.
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It is Glasgow vs Edinburgh in a game of chess

Two former Glasgow university students throw down the gauntlet for a chess match to celebrate the launch of their latest 3D chess set which celebrates the beauty of Edinburgh.
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All Aboard for Bookbug Week 2022!

Scottish Book Trust, the national charity changing lives through reading and writing, will host Bookbug Week from Monday 16 May – Sunday 22 May.
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Full casting announced for Girl From The North Country at Edinburgh Playhouse

Full casting is today announced for the award-winning production of Girl From The North Country. The production embarks on its first UK tour visiting Edinburgh Playhouse this October.
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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!

Scotlands Gardens Scheme

1st Mar 2022 - 31st Dec 2022

Nationwide

Explore large and small gardens of horticultural interest throughout Scotland thanks to Scotland's Gardens Scheme!
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The Great Eastern

21st May 2022 - 21st May 2022

Various Locations Edinburgh

After an incredible debut in 2021, The Great Eastern returns on Saturday 21st May 2022 with an all-day music festival taking place across multiple Edinburgh venues!
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Edinburgh Marathon Festival

28th May 2022 - 29th May 2022

Various Locations Edinburgh

The Edinburgh Marathon Festival weekend will take place on 28th and 29th May 2022 and promises to be the best one yet!
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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!

Hay Fever

18th May 2022 - 21st May 2022

Assembly Roxy, Edinburgh Old Town

The Edinburgh Graduate Theatre Group are delighted to bring Noel Coward's classic comedy 'Hay Fever' to Assembly Roxy from 18th to 21st May!
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Animals and Friends Farewell Tour

19th May 2022

The Brunton Theatre, Musselburgh

Don't miss a night of nostalgia when the Animals bring their farewell tour to the Brunton Theatre Musselburgh on Thursday 19th May!
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Julius Caesar

19th May 2022 - 20th May 2022

Summerhall, Edinburgh South

With their signature physicality, Company of Wolves breathe new life into Shakespeare’s masterpiece 'Julius Caesar' at Summerhall on 19th & 20th May!
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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...

Arthur’s Secrets

17th May 2022

Holyrood Park, Edinburgh East

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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200th Anniversary Flotilla

20th May 2022 - 22nd May 2022

Various Locations Edinburgh

Celebrating the 200th anniversary of the opening of the Union Canal, a major flotilla is being organised to take place on 20th - 22nd May, encompassing the complete 31.5 miles of the canal.
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Headlock Vintage Clothing Sale

21st May 2022

St Columbas by the Castle, Edinburgh Old Town

Headlock Vintage is holding a vintage clothing sale at St Columba's by the Castle on Saturday 21st May.
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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!

Marina

17th May 2022

O2 Academy Edinburgh, Edinburgh West

Catch Marina at Edinburgh Corn Exchange on 17th May as part of her Ancient Dreams in a Modern Land Tour!
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Lunar Vacation

17th May 2022

Sneaky Petes, Edinburgh Old Town

Atalanta 'pool rock' quartet Lunar Vacation comes to Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Tuesday 17th May!
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Free Live Music at Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh

17th May 2022

Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh, Edinburgh New Town

Experience live music on Tuesday nights at Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh with acoustic sets from visiting artists!
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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!

SuperNetters

SuperNetters provides fun and energetic netball coaching sessions tailored for young girls.

Dance For All

Welcome to Dance For All, your hub of expertise!Scotland's leading vocational dance college. Accredited performance & teacher training.Looking for expert...

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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 Real Mary Kings Close

Edinburgh's deepest secret, the Real Mary King’s Close is buried deep beneath the Royal Mile... a warren of hidden streets that has remained frozen in time since the 17th Century!

The Royal Yacht Britannia

Rated Scotland’s Best Visitor Attraction for 12 years by national tourism agency VisitScotland, Britannia was home to Her Majesty The Queen and the...

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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.

Tipsy Midgie

Whisky and Gin Drinkery

The Strawberry Barn

The Stawberry Barn is a unique Venue, Café, Farm Shop and Fruit Farm located in the Heart of East Lothian.

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