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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!

Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival: Julian Lage Trio

16th July 2025

Julian Lage is a stunningly accomplished creative force in modern music. For his Edinburgh debut he is joined by longtime collaborator Peruvian bassist Jorge Roeder and American drummer Joey Baron.

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Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival: Curtis Stigers

17th July 2025

Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival is delighted to welcome back one of the greatest jazz singers of our age, Curtis Stigers and top-class US band on 17th July!

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Out of The Blue - A Celebration of Joni Mitchell

18th July 2025

After repeated sell out shows, Anne Gair and her band are taking the show on the road again in 2025 with a date at The Voodoo Rooms on 18th July!

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Sparks

18th July 2025

Now into their sixth decade of making music, don't miss Sparks live at the Edinburgh Playhouse on Friday 18th July!

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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!

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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Laura Stevenson

14th December 2025

Acclaimed New York singer-songrwiter Laura Stevenson will headline Edinburgh's Sneaky Pete's on Sunday 14th December in support of her new album!

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Party101

23rd September 2025

Party 101 features a massive dance party with music from both Disney and Nickelodeon. Catch it at Edinburgh Corn Exchange on 23rd September!

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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!

Keep it Steel : Glam-O-Rama Big Haired Metal Extravaganza

30th August 2025

The best Rock/ Metal club night in the world returns this August to La Belle Angele!

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Jack Jones - Broken Strap

13th August 2025

Continuing the ongoing collaboration between Peter Doherty's Strap Originals & Promotional group Broken Wing Club. Broken Strap presents Jack Jones at Leith Arches!

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Danny Baker: Aye Aye! Ahoy Hoy!

3rd April 2026

Danny Baker, the Unstoppable Talking Panjandrum Is Back In Town, celebrating 50 Years Afloat On The Showbiz Seas!

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Latest Edinburgh News

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

Sheila Fleet Jewellery celebrates grand opening of new Edinburgh retail premises on Hanover Street

Sheila Fleet Jewellery celebrates grand opening of new Edinburgh retail premises on Hanover Street

Sheila Fleet is thrilled to announce the opening of her contemporary two-storey jewellery shop at 4 Hanover Street, just off Princes Street.

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Calling artists and makers!

Calling artists and makers!

Leith Makers is excited to invite you to be a part of their upcoming collaborative exhibition: Leith Connections, running from 6th - 31st August.

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Dinosaur Day at Dobbies

Dinosaur Day at Dobbies

Children attending Dobbies Little Seedlings Club will get the chance to travel back hundreds of millions of years to learn about prehistoric plants and talk about their favourite dinosaurs!

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Manran to headline as Innis & Gunn bring the best of Scotland to the Mound for Fringe 2025

Manran to headline as Innis & Gunn bring the best of Scotland to the Mound for Fringe 2025

Scottish trad supergroup Mànran will headline a one-off live show on the Mound this month, as part of the return of Innis & Gunn's popular Edinburgh Festival Fringe takeover.

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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 Folk & Food Festival

18th Jul 2025 - 27th Jul 2025
Edinburgh South

The Edinburgh Food Festival is back at Assembly George Square Gardens and has expanded to include live folk music.

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Scottish Festival of Motoring

20th Jul 2025 - 20th Jul 2025
Edinburgh West

The Scottish Festival of Motoring returns to the Royal Highland Centre Edinburgh on Sunday 20th July 2025, it's a must go event for all the family!

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TravFest 2025

25th Jul 2025 - 24th Aug 2025
Edinburgh West

TravFest 2025 sees the iconic festival and fringe venue showcase an incredible programme of brilliant and bold theatre.

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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!

A Night at the Ivy Musicals

15th July 2025

This summer step into a world where West End magic meets Ivy elegance. A Night at The Ivy Musicals comes to Edinburgh's Ivy on the Square, bringing beloved musicals to life!

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Close-Up Magic at The Joker & Thief

17th July 2025

Experience close-up magic with Tim Licata, one of Scotland’s most entertaining sleight-of-hand artists, at your table in the lovely Joker & Thief pub every Thursday!

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The Roze Garden

17th July 2025

Looking for the best Thursday night out in Edinburgh? Discover The Roze Garden - Edinburgh’s Cabaret and Club Night at The Street!

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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...

Kids Japanese Summer Holiday Camp

14th Jul 2025 - 18th Jul 2025
Edinburgh South

Due to high demand, Wee Joys Japanese Language has created a one-of-a-kind summer camp designed exclusively for young language enthusiasts and fans of Japanese culture aged 7-12!

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Summer Family Fun

14th Jul 2025 - 1st Aug 2025

Drop-in for some holiday fun and games at the National Museum of Scotland this summer.

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The Wild Outdoors Summer Camps - Colinton Road

14th Jul 2025 - 8th Aug 2025

Come join The Wild Outdoors for some fun this Summer, filled with excitement, learning and lifelong memories, perfect for energetic adventurers primary school aged!

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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!

Hannah Juanita

14th July 2025

Country singer/songwriter Hannah Juanita brings her UK tour to Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Monday 14th July!

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Nell Mescal

14th July 2025

Nell Mescal brings her 'Summer Shows' concert to Edinburgh's Cabaret Voltaire on Monday 14th July.

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Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival: Julian Lage Trio

16th July 2025

Julian Lage is a stunningly accomplished creative force in modern music. For his Edinburgh debut he is joined by longtime collaborator Peruvian bassist Jorge Roeder and American drummer Joey Baron.

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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!

Black Boar

Black Boar is a historical fencing school based in Edinburgh, specialising in smallsword and military sabre tuition.

Edinburgh International Climbing Arena

Edinburgh International Climbing Arena is an adventure sports facility located in Ratho, near Edinburgh, Scotland. Built in a disused quarry, it is the largest indoor climbing wall in Europe.

Gracemount Leisure Centre

Gracemount Leisure Centre caters to a wide range of sports and activities from the outdoor fives to indoor fitness 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!

Traverse Theatre

We are the Traverse - champion of stories and storytellers. The stories we share are by anyone and for everyone.

National War Museum

Discover the story of Scotland at war within the walls of Edinburgh Castle with a visit to the National War Musuem.

Dalkeith Country Park

At Dalkeith Country Park there is something for everyone. Here you’ll find walking routes along woodland paths, space to cycle in peace, and plenty to keep energetic kids amused.

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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.

Slug & Lettuce Edinburgh George Street

Slug & Lettuce George Street Edinburgh is a cool and contemporary bar on the city’s prestigious George Street.

Copper Still

Copper Still is a delightful Scottish bar and restaurant located right in the middle of Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile.

Malones Leith

Authentic Irish bar. Live music, live sport & local food and drink in the heart of Leith.

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Popular Events

Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival
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.
William Jack - This Old Cello Box
Experience Australian cellist and songwriter William Jack's unique multi-style cello performance live at St Giles' Cathedral as part of the Fringe!
Corstorphine Art Group Annual Exhibition 2025
Come along to Corstorphine Art Group's Annual Exhibition with lots of wonderful members paintings for sale, at affordable prices!
The Boy from Bantay
The Boy from Bantay, follows Jeremy Rafal's life, career and love of cartoons from his boyhood in the Philippines to becoming a classical pianist, actor, writer, director, and educator.
Edinburgh Short Film Festival - Best of Fest
Join Edinburgh Short Film Festival at the re-opened Filmhouse on Saturday 26th July for Best of Fest... screening some of the best short films of last year!

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