The Big Top at Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh will play host to some amazing names in music in June 2022. Music fans can expect to spend a night under the canvas of The Big Top to get that legendary music festival feel.
11th June - James Mavericks and survivors, James have sold +25 million albums, had 19 top 40 UK hits, toured with Neil Young, released the hugely successful 'Laid' (theme to the American Pie films) and rave-era anthem, 'Sit Down'.
12th June 2022 - Madness They will bring their colourful reggae-ska to The Big Top. By keeping many of the same influences in their present sound from when they first started playing music together in the 1970’s, Madness fans are in for a treat. The band, who write songs that sparkle with the stuff of British life and find poetry in everyday reality, have left their mark on British pop culture and will certainly leave a mark at The Big Top in 2022.
14th June - 50 Cent Born Curtis James Jackson III, he is an award-winning rapper, entrepreneur, actor and producer from Queens, New York. Recognized as one of the most talented and prolific music artists of his time, the Grammy Award winner rose to fame with his record-shattering debut album, Get Rich or Die Tryin' and has since sold more than 30 million albums worldwide and been awarded numerous prestigious accolades.
17th June - Richard Ashcroft Richard Ashcroft, frontman of indie legends The Verve will treat fans to a selection of his best solo work – including tracks from latest album Acoustic Hymns Vol. 1 – alongside classics from The Verve’s back catalogue.
18th June - Fatboy Slim On the back of a stellar sold out show at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro in November with his aptly named ‘We’ve Come A Long Long Way Together’ tour, he will once again wow his adoring Scottish fans. From keeping his fans entertained during lockdown with online streamsand inviting fans to join him live from his home, Fatboy Slim released a series of 20 lockdown mixes every Friday during summer 2020 in his relentless pursuit of fun, which will be clear to see at The Big Top.
23rd June - Snow Patrol - CANCELLED
We are sorry to announce that we will be cancelling the show at the Edinburgh Big Top on June 23. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and hope to be back in Scotland to see you all before too long. Full refunds are available at the point of purchase. Lots of love. SPx
25th June - Biffy Clyro will bring their prog-rock-influenced sounds to The Big Top on 25th June 2022. The Myth of the Happily Ever After - the ying to the yang of number 1 album A Celebration of Endings – and album number 9 for the Ayrshire trio has received rave reviews and this, along with their iconic hits will certainly call for a night not to be missed at The Big Top.
Where possible we will update our listings to notify of cancelled, postponed and rescheduled events, however we STRONGLY ADVISE that you check with the venue/organiser in the first instance for updates.
All information (whether in text or photographs) is supplied in good faith but should not be relied upon as being a statement of representation or fact.GOT AN EVENT TO SHARE? It's free to post your events on What's On Edinburgh, click here to find out more!
Want to be the first to hear about what's happening in Edinburgh? Just hit 'Like' on our Facebook page, join the What's On Scotland Facebook Group and 'Follow' on our Twitter account and you're all set!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!
READ MOREThe National Gardening & Outdoor Living Show at the Royal Highland Centre is fun-filled event for all the family, offering entertainment and activities for both children and adults!
READ MOREGet ready for a magical weekend of music, creativity, and unforgettable family fun when The Garden Party takes over the Royal Highland Centre on 26th 7 27th July!
READ MOREScotland's biggest and best truck show returns to Edinburgh's Royal Highland Centre on the 2nd and 3rd August, it's a great day out for the family!
READ MORESam Fender's People Watching tour is coming to the Royal Highland Showgrounds on Friday 22nd August, with special guest Olivia Dean as part of Edinburgh Summer Sessions 2025!
READ MOREAmerican singer-songwriter Chappell Roan and special guests will play the Royal Highland Centre on 26th & 27th August as part of Edinburgh Summer Sessions!
READ MORETabletop Scotland is a board game, card game and roleplaying game convention and it's returning to the Royal Highland Centre in September!
READ MOREA visit to The Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show at Edinburgh's Royal Highland Centre is a must if you're planning a home upgrade!
READ MOREComic Con Scotland, one of Europe's largest pop culture conventions, returns to the Royal Highland Centre on 11th and 12th October 2025!
READ MORETerminal V Halloween returns to the Edinburgh Royal Highland Centre on Saturday 1st November!
READ MOREStep into a world of light, colour, and imagination with Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience at the Royal Highland Centre this Christmas!
READ MOREWe’re famous for the Ceilidhs in our stunning Auditorium at the Ghillie Dhu, so come along a make it a night to remember!
READ MOREEnjoy Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons, and other magnificent works by Candlelight at St Giles' Cathedral, performed by The Piccadilly Sinfonietta!
READ MOREJoin renowned British concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith for a performance of sensational classical and romantic works for solo piano at St Giles' Cathedral!
READ MORELooking for the best Thursday night out in Edinburgh? Discover The Roze Garden - Edinburgh’s Cabaret and Club Night at The Street!
READ MOREEdinburgh Ceilidhs invites you to their regular ceilidh in the Charteris Centre with caller Ken Gourlay, ceilidh band and piper!
READ MOREScotland's beloved over 30s afternoon clubbing event Disco Days is back at Club Tropicana Edinburgh in 2025!
READ MOREScotland's silliest surgeon, Dr. Bonk, is back with his hit SELL-OUT SHOW 'Dr Bonk's Macarbaret', an evening of drag, burlesque, music, comedy, and medical mayhem!
READ MOREStep aboard Maid of the Forth for a magical evening on a Scottish Folk Cruise with live music from the fantastic Pure Malt!
READ MOREOne of Edinburgh's best nights out! Come join The Haggis Chasers Ceilidh Band's monthly ceilidh at Old Dr Bells Baths!
READ MORE