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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!

Sounds Of The 60s Live - Hosted By Tony Blackburn OBE

18th June 2025

Don't miss an evening of 60s classics at the Edinburgh Playhouse, performed by the Sounds Of The 60s All Star Band & Singers, hosted by Radio 2's legendary DJ, Tony Blackburn OBE!

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Chris Hadfield: A Journey into the Cosmos

18th June 2025

Join Colonel Chris Hadfield for a captivating journey into the majesty of our planet and the vast universe beyond at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Wednesday 18th June!

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St Mary’s Music School - Vocal Scenes

18th June 2025

Join St Mary's Music School on Wednesday 18th June at Stockbridge Parish Church for 'Vocal Scenes', the School's first public, fully staged production presented by the Vocal Programme pupils!

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Andy Murray - Centre Stage

19th June 2025

Join Andy Murray in conversation with sports broadcaster Andrew Cotter, where they’ll recount intimate and untold moments from Andy’s career in this unforgettable live experience!

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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!

The Rising

15th November 2025

Don't miss a brilliant night of live music when The Rising, a highly acclaimed tribute to Bruce Springsteen, play The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 15th November!

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Andy Murray - Centre Stage

19th June 2025

Join Andy Murray in conversation with sports broadcaster Andrew Cotter, where they’ll recount intimate and untold moments from Andy’s career in this unforgettable live experience!

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The Neuroscience of Music with Dr Helen Nuttall

19th June 2025

What happens in your brain & body when you listen to music? Explore how it shapes our identities and future therapeutic uses at this talk on Thursday 19th June at the Assembly Roxy!

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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!

La Cosina - Catalan folk music in Edinburgh!

5th July 2025

Don't miss a unique opportunity to enjoy live music from Catalonia, when La Cosina will play at Cabaret Voltaire on Saturday 5th July!

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All or Nothing Children’s Aerial Summer Camp

28th July 2025 - 1st August 2025

Join All or Nothing at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall for amazing aerial fun in the summer holidays!

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Yin Yoga and Yoga Nidra

19th July 2025

Join Kuluna Yoga for two hours of deep rest and relaxation at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on Saturday 19th July!

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Latest Edinburgh News

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Casting Announced for FRIENDS! The Musical Parody coming to Edinburgh and Glasgow

Casting Announced for FRIENDS! The Musical Parody coming to Edinburgh and Glasgow

Today, the producers of the 2025/26 UK and Ireland tour of FRIENDS! The Musical Parody are delighted to announce casting for the side-splitting musical comedy.

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Scottish Bar and Pub Awards 2025 adds two new categories and voting deadline extended!

Scottish Bar and Pub Awards 2025 adds two new categories and voting deadline extended!

Scotland's hospitality industry and customers have spoken, and the Scottish Bar and Pub Awards 2025 has listened!

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Houstoun House recognised as one of the top hotels in UK by Tripadvisor Travellers Choice Awards

Houstoun House recognised as one of the top hotels in UK by Tripadvisor Travellers Choice Awards

Houstoun House in West Lothian has been recognised in Tripadvisor’s Traveller’s Choice Awards 2025 following consistently high ratings from guests.

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Paint the town pink this summer

Paint the town pink this summer

Edinburgh’s first ‘Rosé Wine Trail’ has been launched across the capital this week as part of a summer-long campaign to celebrate the popular pink tipple.

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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!

Edinburgh Canal Festival

21st Jun 2025 - 21st Jun 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Fountainbridge Canalside Community Trust once again will be bringing you the Edinburgh Canal Festival on Saturday 21st June!

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The Deadinburgh Festival

4th Jul 2025 - 5th Jul 2025
Edinburgh Old Town

Taking place between The Hive Nightclub and it's neighbour The Banshee Labyrinth, The Deadinburgh Festival is a 2 day festival dedicated to Goth Music & Culture!

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Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

11th Jul 2025 - 20th Jul 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

The Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival returns from 11th to 20th July 2025, presenting a programme that spans the entire history of the music from ragtime to modern jazz to Chicago blues and beyond.

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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!

Sounds Of The 60s Live - Hosted By Tony Blackburn OBE

18th June 2025

Don't miss an evening of 60s classics at the Edinburgh Playhouse, performed by the Sounds Of The 60s All Star Band & Singers, hosted by Radio 2's legendary DJ, Tony Blackburn OBE!

READ MORE

Chris Hadfield: A Journey into the Cosmos

18th June 2025

Join Colonel Chris Hadfield for a captivating journey into the majesty of our planet and the vast universe beyond at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Wednesday 18th June!

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Livin’ on a Prayer

18th June 2025

If life is work, then what is it to live forever? A divine mystery exploring life, death and the paths we choose between the two.

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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...

St Mary’s Music School - Vocal Scenes

18th June 2025

Join St Mary's Music School on Wednesday 18th June at Stockbridge Parish Church for 'Vocal Scenes', the School's first public, fully staged production presented by the Vocal Programme pupils!

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Wee One Wednesdays

18th June 2025

IKEA Edinburgh is inviting all parents, carers and wee ones to our customer restaurant for our weekly Wednesday morning meetups.

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Fun Play in Mandarin - Language play date

18th June 2025

Looking for a fun and interactive way to introduce your little one to Mandarin? Then join us every Wednesday at Little Plaza!

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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!

St Mary’s Music School - Vocal Scenes

18th June 2025

Join St Mary's Music School on Wednesday 18th June at Stockbridge Parish Church for 'Vocal Scenes', the School's first public, fully staged production presented by the Vocal Programme pupils!

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Arrows In Action

19th June 2025

Nashville band Arrows in Action bring their engaging sound and passionate stage presence to Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Thursday 19 June!

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Osees

19th June 2025

Iconic experimental garage rockers Osees are touring the UK in 2025, including a date at The Liquid Room on Thursday 19th June!

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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!

Kinetic Physio

Kinetic Physio run Pilates and yoga classes from our Mortonhall clinic.

Little Kickers Edinburgh North, West, Central & Leith

Little Kickers Edinburgh gives your children a positive introduction to sport by teaching high quality football skills in a friendly, pressure-free environment!

Edinburgh New Town Cookery School

Set in a Georgian town house in the heart of Edinburgh’s city centre we train professional chefs and also offers short courses for keen amateurs, students and food enthusiasts.

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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!

Princes Street Gardens

Princes Street Gardens lies at centre of Edinburgh's World Heritage Site, within New Town and Old Town Outstanding Conservation Areas.

Rare Books Edinburgh

Rare Books Edinburgh is a festival dedicated to rare, collectable and important books and the history of the book.

The Yard Adventure Centre

The Yard is a purpose built indoor and outdoor adventure playground for children and young people with disabilities.

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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.

Whighams

Whighams is a Wine and Seafood Bar in the heart of Edinburgh's West End

Slug & Lettuce Edinburgh Omni Centre

Slug and Lettuce Edinburgh is located at the top of Leith Walk in the Omni Leisure development centre, conveniently next door to the Playhouse Theatre.

Hot Toddy

Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, we serve delicious, Scottish and seasonal food served in our charming garden restaurant.

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Popular Events

Edinburgh International Festival: Figures in Extinction
Dance and theatre legends Crystal Pite and Simon McBurney unite with Nederlands Dans Theater (NDT) to confront the climate crisis through spellbinding movement and sound.
Edinburgh’s Whisky Festival 2025
Edinburgh’s Whisky Festival returns to Murrayfield on Saturday 11th October 2025 - Bigger, Bolder, and with a New Festival Family!
An Evening with Andrew Raymond
Join Andrew Raymond at Waterstones Edinburgh West End on Thursday 17th July as he chats about his explosive Scottish crime thriller The Bonnie Dead!
Flor Wine Tasting
Join Slonk to uncover the mysterious and magical world of flor-aged wines at the Port of Leith Distillery on Sunday, 22nd June!
X Trillion
X Trillion is a moving and urgent documentary following a pioneering all-women expedition through the heart of the North Pacific’s plastic pollution crisis and screening at Finisterre on 26th June.

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