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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There are thousands of events in Edinburgh every month, here we've hand-picked a few you should definitely pay attention to!
ABC: The Lexicon of Love
ABC will perform their classic album, The Lexicon of Love, in its entirety plus their greatest hits with a live orchestra when they bring their tour to the Usher Hall on Saturday 15th November!
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Bed By 10pm
Fancy going out for a dance but not keen on sacrificing the next day? Bed By 10 is a chance for ravers over 30's to relive the peak of the 80s, 90s & early 2000s clubbing scene!
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St Cecilia’s Big Celebration Day 2025
Join us at St Cecilia's Hall on Saturday, 15 November for our annual celebration of the eclectic music-making that goes on across Edinburgh all-year round!
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Horse: The Same Sky Anniversary Tour
It's 35 years since Horse release of 'The Same Sky' and now, in a truly special event, Horse performs the entire album live in its original track order at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh!
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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!
Andrew Wasylyk
Don't miss Dundonian musician and producer Andrew Wasylyk when he brings his 2026 tour to The Pleasance Edinburgh on Thursday 5th March!
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West End mega-hit Tina – The Tina Turner Musical, comes to Edinburgh Playhouse in November 2025 as part of its first ever UK & Ireland tour!
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Scotland's beloved over 30s afternoon clubbing event Disco Days returns to Club Tropicana Edinburgh in 2025!
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You'll find all the latest Edinburgh events that have been added to the website right here!
Flamenco Dance Workshop
Join Alba Flamenca for these fab flamenco classes taught by a professional dancer coming from Spain! Give it a go & have fun!
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Dog-Friendly Screening: Wake Up Dead Man: Knives Out Mystery
In this Dog-Friendly screening at Cameo Picturehouse, Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) returns for his most dangerous case yet in the third and darkest chapter of Rian Johnson’s murder mystery opus.
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A Winter’s Night
Join us at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 16th December for a seasonal miscellany of stories, poetry, music, and readings from Yuletide and beyond!
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Latest Edinburgh News
Keep up to date with what's going on in Edinburgh with our local news updates!
The Doddie Weir match ball delivery is voted Greatest Murrayfield Moment
Doddie Weir’s emotional match ball delivery at Murrayfield in 2017 has been voted the greatest moment in the stadium’s 100-year history, after thousands of fans took part in a nationwide poll.
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Forth Awards celebrates Amy Macdonald and Wet Wet Wet alongside local heroes
The Forth Awards, presented by Livingston Designer Outlet, crowned the very best of Edinburgh and the East last night at a star-studded award ceremony.
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King Pins, state of the art bowling and activity venue, is set to open its second Scottish site in Edinburgh
King Pins is announcing a new bowling and activity venue opening in Waverley Bridge in Edinburgh in early 2026.
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Edinburgh locals get discount at Hard Rock Cafe this November
This November, locals with an EH postcode can enjoy 25% off food and drinks until 5pm, Sunday to Friday, plus 25% off in retail at Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh.
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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!
Edinburghs Christmas
Edinburgh's Christmas transforms the beautiful city centre with festive fun for all the family, including traditional Christmas Markets, funfair rides, spectacular live outdoor events and much more!
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Fizz Feast
It’s Scotland’s Sparkling Event of the Year and our 10th Birthday! Join us for a wonderful event and the best way to kick off the Festive Season!
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Soundhouse Winter Festival
The Soundhouse Winter Festival is a 5-day music festival taking place this winter at the Traverse Theatre in Edinburgh.
READ MOREUpcoming Theatre Events in Edinburgh
Whether you prefer comedy or musicals, ballet or opera, our Edinburgh theatre listings will have something to suit everyone!
Scottish Opera - L’heure espagnole & The Bear
Scottish Opera presents L'heure espagnole & The Bear a new double bill of two comedies of infidelity directed by Jacopo Spirei!
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Doctor Bonk’s Macarbaret
Dr Bonk, Scotland's silliest surgeon, presents the Macarbaret: a madcap hour of drag, burlesque, music, comedy, and medical mayhem!
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Stand Up Horror
Improvised, macabre tales featuring (voluntary!) members of the audience as actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night at Stand Up Horror!
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Don't be stuck for things to do with the kids in Edinburgh! We have something for everyone and every pocket...
Screening of Nina and the Hedgehog’s Secret
Nina and the Hedgehog’s Secret is an exquisite and enchanting new animated feature, featuring the voice talents of beloved French cinema icons Audrey Tautou and Guillaume Canet.
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The Stewart Brothers Guitar Duo: Evocative Covers on Spanish Guitar
The Stewart Brother are delighted to share their instrumental arrangements of songs without words on Saturday 15th November at St Columba's by the Castle.
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Open Studios
Discover creativity at Wasps Riverside House inaugural Open Studios Day! Meet artists, explore their workspaces and experience our newest creative community!
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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!
The Stewart Brothers Guitar Duo: Evocative Covers on Spanish Guitar
The Stewart Brother are delighted to share their instrumental arrangements of songs without words on Saturday 15th November at St Columba's by the Castle.
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MAD4IT Manchester Night
Dust off your bucket hats as Mad4It Manchester returns to Bathgate for one night only as we celebrate the music and sound of MANCHESTER!
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The Rising
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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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!
Whiski Shop
Being a whisky shop in Edinburgh, it's only natural that we specialise in Scotch malt whisky and we host tastings every day in our shop adjoining the Whiski Rooms.
Sandport Studio
Fern lovers, create your own piece of timeless botanical art at our friendly studio in Leith!
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.
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!
Edinburgh International Improv Festival
Edinburgh International Improv Festival is back in person at Scottish Storytelling Centre from 20th to 23rd March 2025.
The Palace of Holyroodhouse
The Palace of Holyroodhouse, commonly referred to as Holyrood Palace, is the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland.
Trinity House
Trinity House was once the base of the Incorporation of Mariners and Shipmasters and this elegant Georgian house now holds an outstanding collection of maritime treasures.
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.
Auld Hundred
Situated in the centre of Edinburgh’s New town, the Auld Hundred is one of the earliest of Rose Street's many and varied pubs with live music every Thursday to Sunday.
1802 Lounge & Grill
1802 Lounge & Grill is a stylish dining destination located in the heart of Edinburgh.
Malones Leith
Authentic Irish bar. Live music, live sport & local food and drink in the heart of Leith.
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