A chance to hear from artist Stephanïe Vandëm, whose exhibition FISHING imaginatively combines oil painting and mixed media materials salvaged from the shoreline to creatively evoke the linkages between the communities of the North East of Scotland and their fishing heritage.
Drop in for a chat and immerse yourself in the exhibition.
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READ MOREJoin us for a new quarterly series of full-moon celebrations, with live storytelling, music and a rotating programme of incredible performers.
READ MOREJoin us on World Storytelling Day for the first Hearth Fire Session of 2025, an eclectic night of ancient myth, contemporary storytelling, post-folk music, and physical artistry.
READ MOREJoin Mai Jia, one of China’s most celebrated authors renowned for the spy novel, as he talks about leaving behind the world of espionage fiction for a deeply personal storytelling approach!
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READ MOREJoin guest storyteller Inés Álvarez Villa for another session of Edinburgh’s monthly storytelling club held upstairs in the Waverley Bar on Friday 28th March!
READ MOREJoin the Edinburgh School of Poets for a pop-up reading in the relaxed surroundings of the Storytelling Court on Sunday 30th March!
READ MOREJoin us at the Scottish Storytelling Centre for our April Bothan, a monthly session of Gaelic culture and community in Edinburgh!
READ MOREExplore and address challenging global issues through telling powerfully simple traditional wisdom tales from the world's oral cultures in this workshop with David Heathfield.
READ MOREJoin us at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 5th April for this world premiere performance of an enthralling new work, written and performed by Iddo Oberski!
READ MOREJoin a live album recording for The Gathering Quartet, a brand-new European traditional string group, at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 5th April!
READ MOREJoin us at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 6th April as we are joined live online by Young International Storytellers from Palestine to retell Palestinian folk tales for adults and families!
READ MOREThe National Theatre of Scotland is touring in 2025 with a brand new show 'Through the Shortbread Tin' and stops off at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 8th & 9th April!
READ MOREQueer Folks’ Tales returns in April with another terrific line up at the Scottish Storytelling Centre!
READ MOREThis panel explores songs as tools to put in your pocket to take out at the right time, there is a song for every season and occasion!
READ MOREJoin Professor Susanne Rosenberg and the North Atlantic Song Convention for the opening keynote address of 2025!
READ MOREThis talk is for anyone interested in starting or joining a singing group, leading community songs, or simply learning more about the transformative power of singing together.
READ MOREThe North Atlantic Song Convention Delegates are invited to an informal singing session in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile at The Canons' Gait Bar!
READ MOREJoin acclaimed Scottish singer Robyn Stapleton for an engaging workshop exploring the richness of Scots song!
READ MOREEnjoy an unforgettable evening of song featuring a stunning line-up of international and local artists at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 12th May!
READ MOREGather 'round and share sea-inspired songs in this open song circle, celebrating the connection between people and the ocean at Scottish Storytelling Centre.
READ MOREFrom intimate kitchen gatherings to grand concert performances, this panel explores how songs are presented and shared in different contexts and for diverse audiences.
READ MOREExplore the interplay between songwriting and tradition in this thought-provoking panel discussion at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 12th April!
READ MOREJoin Alasdair Whyte, celebrated Gaelic singer and scholar from the Isle of Mull, for an inspiring workshop exploring the rich tradition of Scottish Gaelic song.
READ MOREExplore Swedish mouth music with Lotta Andersson, renowned singer from the acclaimed vocal group Kongero at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 12th April.
READ MOREBring the North Atlantic Song Convention to a heartfelt close with a final song circle, the perfect way to wrap up the convention in true NASC spirit.
READ MOREJoin Edinburgh's own Burgh Blatherers on 16th April for the next open-floor storytelling night taking place throughout the year!
READ MORENorthern Streams is a festival celebrating Nordic & Scottish music, song and dance and this year's edition is taking place from 18th - 20th April 2025 at the Scottish Storytelling Centre!
READ MOREStoryteller Ruth Kirkpatrick leads this participatory session for anyone curious about discovering and developing their own storytelling talent at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 26th April.
READ MORERoss Ainslie gets together with collaborators The Sanctuary Band to perform tracks from the brand-new album, Pool at The Queens Hall Edinburgh on Friday 2nd May!
READ MOREDon't miss the unmissable annual #WorldPlayAStrathspeyDay featuring a concert with an outstanding line-up at the Traverse Theatre on Saturday 3rd May!
READ MOREDivergence is so named because the band seeks to employ non-traditional instruments in traditionally-inspired music and you can hear them at the Traverse Theatre on 3rd May.
READ MORELeveret, a unique collaboration between three of England's finest folk musicians, return to The Traverse at part of Edinburgh Tradfest!
READ MOREJoin us for this special hour of chat (and the odd tune) in the company of two people who have, in their own ways, made sure that Martyn Bennett’s music lives on.
READ MOREDiscover a dazzling play of sounds during this concert by the Hartwin Trio as part of Tradfest!
READ MOREFor this very special Edinburgh Tradfest gig Lauren MacColl plays tunes from her most recent album Haar, along with a delve into the back catalogue.
READ MORETeho., a Finnish power-fiddle duo that explodes musical boundaries while having roots deeply in the tradition, play the Traverse Theatre on 5th May as part of Edinburgh Tradfest!
READ MOREThis year’s special commission at Edinburgh Tradfest is by the legendary harpist, singer and composer Mary Macmaster!
READ MOREMorag Brown and Lewis Powell-Reid play a rich repertoire of instrumental music from Scottish traditions along with many others.
READ MOREThe Hot Seats are returning to Scotland for the first time since the pandemic and they play Edinburgh Tradfest for the first time!
READ MORELed by celebrated Scottish-American jazz vocalist Ali Affleck, The Traveling Janes is an all-women international ensemble. Catch them at the Traverse Theatre on 7th May!
READ MOREGlasgow-based folk sensation Beth Malcolm plays the Traverse Theatre on Wednesday 7th May as part of Edinburgh Tradfest!
READ MOREEnjoy an hour in the company of Ellie Beaton, this year’s BBC Scotland Young Trad Winner, at the Traverse Theatre on 8th May!
READ MOREEnjoy uplifting and contemplative music from Seckou Keita, a renowned Kora virtuoso who stands as a luminary amongst African traditional musicians!
READ MOREThough they grew up half a world apart, Catherine Maclellan & Lucy Farrell connect through the quiet brilliance of their songcraft and the warm clarity of their delivery.
READ MOREEnjoy a super special gig from Kathleen Macinnes, one of Scotland’s national treasures, as part of Edinburgh Tradfest!
READ MOREIn a new departure for ETF25 we present a very special one hour gig designed to appeal to all ages, from new babies upwards.
READ MORETheir sound of Rhona Stevens & Joseph Peach is best described as cinematic alt-folk, fusing elements of folk, classical, jazz, indie, electronic and alternative music. It’s unbelievably beautiful.
READ MOREThe Finlay Macdonald Band has been coming very much to the fore over the past couple of years and you can catch them at the Traverse Theatre on 10th May as part of Tradfest!
READ MOREThe talk by Joy Dunlop will give insight into her own Gaelic journey; from learning Gaelic songs phonetically, to being the face of multi-platform learning brand, SpeakGaelic.
READ MOREDon't miss Pelkkä Poutanen, a hypnotic and unique artist known for her distinctive voice and masterful throat-singing techniques, at the Traverse Theatre as part of Tradfest!
READ MOREEach year we present a show that will throw a light on some of the most exciting new performers in folk and traditional music today.
READ MOREDon't miss this rare opportunity to see the Siobhan Miller band in full flight at the Traverse Theatre as part of Tradfest!
READ MOREJoin Fiona Johnston, audio describer, as she describes various artwork and objects from the Royal Collection at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
READ MORECome along to the Costume Society Scotland's season of varied talks on fashion, costume, textiles, accessories and related subjects between between October and April at Augustine United Church!
READ MOREMany authors have been inspired to pick up their pen to write about the Palace of Holyroodhouse. These sessions will explore these literary works followed by a hearty discussion!
READ MOREBring your friends (or come by yourself) and spend your Sunday night at an event where you know everyone else is there for the same reason.
READ MOREJoin us on Thursdays at The Palace of Holyroodhouse for a short talk on one of the fascinating photographs in our exhibition Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography!
READ MOREFor the first time EVER, your favourite podcast is going on a nationwide tour. Join creator and host Elizabeth Day for an uplifting, hilarious, moving and unforgettable evening!
READ MOREJoin Scotonomics for Scotland's largest Festival of Economics at Leith Dockers Club on Thursday 20th March!
READ MOREThe 2025 Fennell Lecture will be given by Professor Eve Troutt Powell, University of Pennsylvania on Thursday 20th March.
READ MOREJohn Barrowman is back, unwavering and uncensored, with his newest show Laid Bare, don't miss him live at the Assembly Rooms on Friday 21st March!
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