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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!

Public Service Broadcasting

25th March 2025

Public Service Broadcasting are on a UK tour in March 2025, following the release of 'The Last Flight,' and play the Usher Hall on Tuesday 25th March!

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Nia Chennai

25th March 2025

Don't miss London neo-soul songstress Nia Chennai when she plays Sneaky Pete's on Tuesday 25th March!

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Ed Revue Presents: Student Comedy!

25th March 2025

Student group The Edinburgh Revue present a new show in collaboration with Monkey Barrel Comedy to showcase student comedy in Scotland!

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Nikita Kuzmin: Midnight Dancer

26th March 2025

International champion and Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin will bring his first ever UK solo tour Midnight Dancer to Edinburgh Playhouse on Wednesday 26th March!

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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!

Day Fever Edinburgh

12th April 2025 - 31st May 2025

Day Fever is bringing the party back to Edinburgh! They guarantee it'll be an afternoon of no holds barred party times for over the 30's!

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Disco Days Edinburgh

29th March 2025 - 19th July 2025

Scotland's beloved over 30s afternoon clubbing event Disco Days is back at Club Tropicana Edinburgh in 2025!

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Elder Emo

12th July 2025

You are invited for a night made by Elderly Emos for Elderly Emos! If you're over 30 & don't want to party until 3am...this night is for you.

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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!

Soul On Sunday

18th May 2025

Soul On Sunday, the vibrant daytime dance event, is coming to Edinburgh on Sunday 18th May!

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Rewind Back to the 70s 80s 90s & 00s - Day Party

19th April 2025

Rewind 'Day Party' is back on Easter Weekend at The Liquid Room after a sell out March debut!

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Dean T Beirne: Fated to Pretend (WIP)

5th July 2025

Finalist for the BBC New Comedy Awards 2023 and star of Rosie Jones’ Comedy Disability Extravaganza, presents his debut, 'Fated to Pretend' at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 5th July!

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Latest Edinburgh News

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

500 plants up for grabs at Fort Kinnaird this weekend to celebrate Mothers Day

500 plants up for grabs at Fort Kinnaird this weekend to celebrate Mothers Day

Fort Kinnaird is celebrating Mother’s Day by offering shoppers the chance to pick up a beautiful houseplant for free on Saturday (29th March).

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The Scottish Gallery presents Victoria Crowe Decades

The Scottish Gallery presents Victoria Crowe Decades

For Edinburgh Art Festival 2025, The Scottish Gallery presents Victoria Crowe Decades, celebrating the artist’s 80th year.

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Get the inside scoop on the Edinburgh International Festival this weekend

Get the inside scoop on the Edinburgh International Festival this weekend

On Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th March, a large yellow ice cream van will be stationed outside the Usher Hall to give audiences a flavour of the 2025 Festival programme.

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Timorous Beasties bring bold design to St James Quarter ahead of Edinburgh Style 2025

Timorous Beasties bring bold design to St James Quarter ahead of Edinburgh Style 2025

Internationally acclaimed design studio, Timorous Beasties is delighted to be part of Edinburgh STYLE taking place between 28-30th March in St James Quarter.

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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!

Catalan Film Festival

8th Mar 2025 - 30th Mar 2025
Nationwide

The Catalan Film Festival returns to Scotland from 8th – 30th March 2025 with a mesmerising programme of award-winning films.

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Edinburgh Science Festival

5th Apr 2025 - 20th Apr 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Edinburgh Science Festival is an educational charity that aims to inspire all ages and backgrounds.

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Scottish Vegan Festival

6th Apr 2025 - 6th Apr 2025
Edinburgh New Town

The Scottish Vegan Festival is back on Sunday 6th April 2025 at the Assembly Rooms Edinburgh!

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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!

Nikita Kuzmin: Midnight Dancer

26th March 2025

International champion and Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin will bring his first ever UK solo tour Midnight Dancer to Edinburgh Playhouse on Wednesday 26th March!

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The Dark Up Close

26th Mar 2025 - 27th Mar 2025

Britain is a country in crisis, with national service reinstated for all young people. The old world is dying, and the new world has been delayed indefinitely.

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Sing-a-Long-a The Greatest Showman

27th March 2025

Singalonga Productions returns with the smash hit film musical that everyone can’t stop singing - The Greatest Showman!

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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

25th March 2025

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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Brahms Ein Deutsches Requiem: St Mary’s Music School Spring Concert

26th March 2025

Enjoy a celebration of rich choral music in a stunning setting, from the pupils of St Mary’s Music School and the Choirs of St. Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral, on 26th March!

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Fun Play in Mandarin - Language play date

26th March 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!

Public Service Broadcasting

25th March 2025

Public Service Broadcasting are on a UK tour in March 2025, following the release of 'The Last Flight,' and play the Usher Hall on Tuesday 25th March!

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Nia Chennai

25th March 2025

Don't miss London neo-soul songstress Nia Chennai when she plays Sneaky Pete's on Tuesday 25th March!

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Riffs Tuesdays

25th March 2025

Come get your weekly dose of RIFFS at Legents Edinburgh every Tuesday!

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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!

Newhailes House and Gardens

Discover 300 years of Scottish history through the magnificent and carefully conserved neo-Palladian villa that is Newhailes House and Gardens!

Kadampa Meditation Centre Edinburgh

Kadampa Meditation Centre Edinburgh has a purpose-built meditation hall to provide a haven of peace in the midst of the city, offering a wide range of classes and courses in modern Buddhism.

Scots Music Group

Scots Music Group is a community-based charity located in Edinburgh. We run traditional music and song classes.

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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!

Church Hill Theatre

The Church Hill Theatre is a former church in the Morningside area of Edinburgh, designed in the late 1800s by Scottish architect Hippolyte Blanc, renowned for his Gothic revival style.

NT Art Month

NT Art Month is a month-long celebration of the incredible arts quarter in Edinburgh's New Town.

Whitespace

Whitespace is a gallery and venue in Edinburgh that provides space for exhibitions, event and classes, run by artist Leigh Chorlton.

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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 Pipers Rest

Serving traditional Scottish food, craft beers, whiskies & gins by our friendly and knowledgeable team. Make sure you hang around for the nightly live music!

Gusto Edinburgh

Gusto is a contemporary Italian restaurant and cocktail bar situated in Edinburgh's New Town.

Dishoom Edinburgh

Dishoom pays loving homage to the Irani cafés that were once part of the fabric of life in Bombay.

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Popular Events

Forth 50 - Live! - CANCELLED
Forth 1 is celebrating it's first 50 years with an incredible live gig at The Royal Highland Centre on Saturday 31st May!
A Play, A Pie and A Pint
A popular feature of the Traverse programme, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, Òran Mór returns in March 2025.
Drama, Dynamism and Detail: Italian Baroque Paintings in the Royal Collection
Join Assistant Curator of Paintings Dr Amy Parrish on 24th April to delve into some of the extraordinary works of Italian Baroque painting contained within the Royal Collection.
Livingston Comic Con
BGCP Comic Con has announced a return to Livingston in 2025, now hosted at Inveralmond Community High School on Saturday April 5th!
Prima Facie
Jodie Comer is set to return to her award-winning role in Suzie Miller’s Prima Facie in 2026 and brings it to the The Royal Lyceum Theatre from 3rd to 7th February, the only Scottish dates!

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