Events in Edinburgh on Sunday 29th March 2026

A Play, A Pie and A Pint

With wonderful musicals, hilarious comedies and revealing dramas, there is something for everyone to tuck into at A Play, A Pie and A Pint at the Traverse Theatre - alongside pies and pints of course!

Alfred Buckham: Daredevil Photographer

Take to the skies and discover the world from above the clouds through the remarkable work of Alfred Buckham: Daredevil Photographer at the National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait.

An Evening of Recipes and Rituals with Samin Nosrat

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ARTIST ROOMS

Discover three of the biggest names in modern and contemporary art at Modern One this summer with a series of free ARTIST ROOMS displays in Edinburgh.

Bathgate Record Fair

Calling all vinyl collectors, crate diggers, and music lovers... Bathgate is getting its own dedicated Record Fair! Expect a friendly atmosphere, great music, and plenty of vinyl to explore.

BBC SSO 25-26: Debussy’s Pelléas Et Mélisande

If you’ve only heard Debussy’s opera in the theatre, you haven’t heard it all, and this concert performance will bring out every shimmer and sigh of Debussy’s astonishing score.

Blood and Guts: The Twists and Turns of Edinburgh’s Medical History - Walking Tour

Join Surgeons' Hall Museums on their 5* weekend walking tour through Edinburgh’s old town and hear tales of old Edinburgh, disease, dissection and curious methods of treatment!

Brick and Sip - A LEGO Workshop with Alcohol

Presented by Brick and Sip, come along to The Gilded Saloon and live your childhood dreams of being a LEGO® Master Builder, while fulfilling your adult dreams of having a drink!

CATALYST: Art as Activism - A Heart in Exile

A Heart in Exile brings together three bodies of work that trace the inner landscape of migration; its fractures, its expansions, and its quiet, unresolvable tensions.

CATALYST: Art as Activism - All Day, Waiting For Another Sun to Rise

Within this show at Summerhall, Molly Wickett reimagines a post-apocalyptic landscape through a queer and disabled lens.

CATALYST: Art as Activism - Any Body Home

Any Body Home features works developed during the Hugo Burge Foundation x Summerhall residency Art as Activism (2024), along with other pieces exploring related themes.

CATALYST: Art as Activism - Net Worthy

Net Worthy explores how capitalism drives biodiversity loss through its emphasis on extraction via industrial agriculture and aquaculture to produce perpetual profit.

Conifox Easter Festival

Get ready for an eggs-traordinary Easter as Edinburgh's Conifox Adventure Park welcomes families to its much-loved annual Easter Festival!

Conservation Hangar Talks

See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.

Craic Hoose Comedy

Join comedian Michael Welch on Sundays at The Boston Bar for Craic Hoose Comedy, featuring a fresh line-up of comedians ranging from local talent to established acts!

Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!

Dear Library

To mark our 100th birthday, the National Library of Scotland presents a special exhibition, 'Dear Library'.

Doghouse x Rusty Seagull Pop Up

New Portobello pub The Rusty Seagull has teamed up with another local Portobello business The Doghouse to front its latest street food pop-up!

Easter Craft Fair

Join The Fisherrow Centre for a day of local crafts, handmade gifts and Easter activities when they host an Easter Craft Fair on Sunday 29th March!

Easter Eggstravaganza

Almond Valley's much-loved Mad Hatter's Tea Party returns for 2026 and yes, the legendary Duck Race is back too... can you hear the excitement building!

Easter Fun at Livingston Designer Outlet

Livingston Designer Outlet is inviting families to enjoy a programme of Easter-themed activities during the school holiday including seasonal entertainment, creative workshops and a fun-filled trail!

Easy Sundays: Story Circle with Shona Cowie

Join the Scottish Storytelling Centre's Story Circle, part of Easy Sundays, and hear tales of springtime with Shona Cowie!

Easy Sundays: The TAM Sessions

The TAM Sessions is an open and informal trad session, but with the lovely additional invitation to bring your sewing, knitting, crochet, or any other crafting project that you enjoy!

Eat Out Edinburgh

Eat Out Edinburgh is an annual celebration of Edinburgh city centre's fantastic bars and restaurants, this year taking place throughout the whole month of March due to popular demand!

Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market

The Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market is the longest running car boot in the city... sell your unwanted goods to 1000s of bargain hunters and make extra cash!

Edinburgh Nuclear Bunker Tour

Don't miss an amazing opportunity to see part of Scotland's Cold War History on the Barnton Nuclear Bunker Tours every Saturday and Sunday!

Edinburgh Old Town Guided Walking Tour

Discover the heart of Scotland's capital, beyond the reach of tour buses and guidebooks on this guided walking tour of Edinburgh's Old Town!

Edinburgh Open House Ceilidhs

Join Edinburgh Open House Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, held in the Royal British Legion Hall! Great informal fun night suitable for all ages (10yrs+).

Edinburgh STYLE

St James Quarter's much loved Edinburgh STYLE event returns for 2026, with an expanded five-day programme running from Wednesday 25th to Sunday 29th March!

Edinburgh’s Ultimate Fanzone

Delivering wall-to-wall coverage, unbeatable atmosphere, and front-row energy for every fixture that matters... The Three Sisters Edinburgh is the Ultimate Fanzone!

Egg Quest

The Centre, Livingston is hosting a fun and interactive digital Easter Egg Hunt throughout the centre during the school holidays with the chance to win a prize from one of their fantastic brands!

Egg-cellent Easter Trail at Camera Obscura

Hop along this Easter with the whole family and enjoy a fun-packed visit at Camera Obscura & World of Illusions... you would be hopping-mad to miss out!

Enlightenment: An Immersive Light Show

Watch the iconic McEwans Hall in Edinburgh come alive with Enlightenment, a spectacular sound and light show, set to the enchanting melodies of Vivaldi's The Four Seasons!

Eric Cruikshank :: Texture Dissolves / Colour Radiates

&Gallery are delighted to host Eric Cruikshank's forthcoming solo exhibition 'Texture Dissolves / Colour Radiates' between 7th March and 1st April!

ExBEERiences at Cold Town House

The Cold Town ExBEERience at Cold Town House is a 90-minute guided beer tasting designed for stags, group celebrations, work socials and anyone looking for something different to do at the weekend!

Family Print Club

Edinburgh Printmakers' Family Print Club is perfect for children as they explore lots of different printmaking techniques and have fun as well!

Fleeting Glimpses

Fleeting Glimpses at The Atelier Gallery brings together long-time gallery favourites Stanley Bird, Lesley Skeates, and Gillian Henshaw alongside Gillian Westland and Lindsay Turk.

Fraser Cameron Aboard Fingal

An exclusive pop-up event, just ten diners will be welcomed to enjoy a bespoke seven-course menu created by the Head Chef of 1610 at The Globe Inn, Fraser Cameron, aboard Fingal!

Garleton Singers Spring Concert - Haydn’s Stabat Mater

The Garleton Singers bring their spring concert Stabat Mater featuring a choir, soloists and orchestra to St Mary's Parish Church Haddington on Sunday 29th March!

Giants

Discover life-sized 3D sculptures, skeletons, and fossils of giant prehistoric animals when the immersive, family friendly exhibition Giants comes to the National Museum of Scotland!

Hays Community Education Courses (Free and accredited)

Hays Community Hub is excited to launch a brand-new learning opportunity designed to support you every step of the way.

Hays Community Hub Volunteer drop in

Interested in volunteering? Them come along to Hays Community Hub Volunteer drop in day on Thursday 20th November - we’d love to welcome you to the team!

Hop aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia this Easter

Hop aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia for an egg-cellent day out during the Easter Holidays and experience the UK's No.1 Attraction for yourself!

Immecke All Stars + Driven By Harness + Scott Curley Allan

Germany's finest rock cover band, Immecke All Stars, return to Scotland to mark 30 years of the International band exchange between UWS and the iRock festival!

Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening

A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening is taking place at The Open Door Community Centre, Edinburgh on various dates throughout the year.

Jubilate Children’s Choir

Jubilate is St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral's new junior choir, held every Friday during term time in the Song School on the Cathedral grounds.

Landlines: New Edinburgh Exhibition from Contemporary Scottish Artist Andy Cross

A new exhibition of work by acclaimed contemporary Scottish artist Andy Cross showcasing the artist's distinctive handling of line and colour comes to Morningside Gallery this spring!

Live Music at The Botanist

The Botanist hosts live music from Thursday to Sunday every week! From acoustic singles, duos, trios and full band, we have it all.

Maps: Memories from the Second World War

Through personal stories, photography and memorabilia, this exhibition at the National War Museum charts the creation and use of maps during the Second World War.

Mindfulness Based Wellbeing Retreat

Join The Mindful Enterprise for this reinvigorating day of mindfulness practices, in the stunning surroundings of Dalkeith Country Park!

Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale

The early bird catches the bargains... come and bag a bargain or earn some pennies from a recent clear out at the weekly Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale on Sunday mornings!

Prison Nursing Unlocked: A History Of Care And Justice

Experience the inspiring evolution of prison nursing at this RCN exhibition, learning about the work of early reformers like Elizabeth Fry and the vital care nurses provide for prisoner health today!

Royal Mile International Piano Series

Set against the magnificent backdrop of St Giles’ Cathedral — illuminated by candlelight - these concerts promise an unforgettable musical experience!

Rugby for Beginners

Corstorphine Cougars are running free beginners classes every Tuesday for Females of all ages who would like to try Rugby!

Scaredy Cat Exhibition

Celebrate queer identity and self-acceptance with Cat Gordon's vibrant new riso comic and exhibition, Scaredy Cat, created during her residency at Out of the Blueprint!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House

Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises, including a shell house built in 2014, rose parterres, a rill and fountains!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House

The garden at Stobshiel House is effectively split into four main parts and the extensive collection of shrubs and mature trees offer a fantastic backdrop during all seasons.

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Winton Castle

Just 30 minutes from Edinburgh, enjoy a visit to Winton Castle gardens as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme, it's a wonderful family day out!

Scott Bennett - Stuff

Award-winning Comedian and Award-winning Product Designer, Scott Bennett is desperately trying to cleanse his life of stuff, but is this even possible anymore?

Stockbridge Market

The weekly Stockbridge Market is a foodie heaven featuring creative crafts, original artwork, superb street food. Eat, meet, greet or treat - there is something for everyone!

Support The Makers Samples and Seconds Edit Pop Up

Join Support The Makers at The Shop With No Name for their exclusive Samples & Seconds Edit between Friday 27th and Sunday 29th March!

Susan Morrison is historically funny

Susan Morrison, host of BBC Radio Scotland's 'Time Travels', will take you through some of Scotland's seediest, skankiest and scandalous history. And the funniest.

The Biba Story: 1964–1975

The Biba Story explores how fashion phenomenon Biba blossomed to become the world’s first lifestyle label, sparking a revolution in how people shopped.

The Big Show

Enjoy a night of top stand-up comedy at The Big Show every weekend at Monkey Barrel Comedy, come see a line-up featuring outstanding local, national, and international comedians!

The Celtic Social Club

The Celtic Social Club are a vital link between the past and the future of music, don't miss them live at The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 29th March!

The Little Children’s Market Scotland - Musselburgh

The Little Children's Market Scotland returns to Musselburgh with loads of amazing baby & children's preloved goodies up for grabs!

The Pitt Mini Mart

The Pitt Mini Mart is your weekend one-stop shop... featuring stalls selling jewellery, ceramics, bakery, vintage, fresh produce, artisan food, prints and so much more!

The Scottish Tattoo Convention

The Scottish Tattoo Convention returns to the O2 Academy Edinburgh in March 2026, bigger and better than ever!

The Sunday Night Laugh-In

Round off the weekend with our comedy cocktail which has the emphasis on the chilled and the laid back. At least five acts on each bill ensure variety and great value.

The Weight of Waiting

Experience The Weight of Waiting art exhibition at The House of Smalls, celebrating the resilience of women who are turning healthcare struggles into creative artwork!

Time is Wasting: An Exhibition Of Painting, Drawing And Sculpture

Time is Wasting is an exhibition of painting, drawing and sculpture featuring works by Victoria Ross and Grace Pitman Ross at Whitespace Gallery.

Tom Brace: Work In Progress

Join Tom Brace at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Sunday 29th March for an hour of magic and comedy as he attempts to put himself back together again after the success of Tom Brace Saws Himself in Half!

Unmasked: Exploring Scottish Portraiture

Featuring examples of painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking and photography, the exhibition at City Art Centre spans almost 400 years of artistic production.

Vibrant Viki’s Messy Art Club

Vibrant Viki’s Messy Art Club is a lively, hands-on creative experience designed especially for children under five who love to explore, play, and get wonderfully messy.

Vinted In Real Life

Grab some fantastic fashion for the whole family when Love Musselburgh host the second edition of Vinted In Real Life at The Fisherrow Centre on Sunday 29th March!

We Are The Witches. We Are, Hear

This is an exhibition of textile artwork by 70 wise women artist using their craft to Challenge, Disturb and Disrupt. Catch it at The House of Smalls in August!

Wedding Open Day

Sip bubbly, sample hand-crafted canapes, and explore the breathtaking John Muir Grove at the Royal Botanic Gardens... your dream woodland wedding day starts here!

What’s Up: AI and The Sky

In this presenter-led Planetarium show, the team at Dynamic Earth will be diving into some of the ways AI is being used to help understand the cosmos.

Young Explorers - Monthly Programme

Are you a young wildlife adventurer who likes exploring in the outdoors? Then join Green Explorers monthly programme for 8-12 year olds and have fun and adventures in Edinburgh's local wild places!

Prepare for an afternoon of fun as the future stars of jazz in Scotland – and beyond – demonstrate their instrumental skills to get your toes tapping – suitable for the whole family!

Pop along to the gorgeous Falkland Estate for their monthly Makers and Producers Market featuring a range of unique, locally made gifts, tasty treats, and hand-crafted treasures for everyone!

Excelsior Events returns to the Kingdom Shopping Centre on Sunday 29th March with their RetroVerse Retro Gaming & Card Market... a new event for 2026!

Join an expert guide on a tour of the world's most famous golf course. Walk in the footsteps of icons of the game and experience a player's eye view of the fabled links.

With wonderful musicals, hilarious comedies and revealing dramas, there is something for everyone to tuck into at A Play, A Pie and A Pint at Oran Mor Glasgow - alongside pies and pints of course!

Alan Davies is delighted to announce his return to Scotland for Glasgow International Comedy Festival with his brand new show, Think Ahead!

Brand NEW for 2026 and coming to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Beautiful Crazy is an exciting and authentic theatrical celebration of one of the biggest country stars on the planet... Luke Combs!

Scotland's number one Buble tribute act, Michael Hastie and Scotland's record-breaking big band, Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation bring 'Big Band Buble' to Lanternhouse on Sunday 29th March!

East Kilbride Comic Con is back, with more traders, props and all of your favourite heroes and villains, for two full days at The Hub, EK on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th March!

It's what you've all been waiting for, M&D's big preview weekend is almost here... book your tickets now and be the first to enjoy Scotland's Theme Park in 2026!

AR26 Charity's Free Football For All Sessions are running between January and April, offering free fun and football on weeknights to kids between 6 and 14 years!

Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!

Paisley's longest standing stand up comedy night returns to The Bungalow on Sunday 29th March with headliner Obadiah Steppenwolfe and host Richie McMahon!

Get ready for a vibrant weekend packed with creativity, flavour and seriously good shopping when Makers & Merchants Markets return to GRID Braehead with their Artisan Pop-Up Market!

The first Paisley Arts Festival, running from Friday 27th March until Sunday 29th March, is bringing three days of unforgettable live performances, music and visual arts to the town!

Bring the whole family to The Dunblane Centre for a vibrant day of local arts and crafts, featuring unique stalls showcasing their handmade creations on Sunday 29th March!

Young Creatives at The Stirling Smith is an exhibition of portfolio artwork from the seven high schools across the region showcasing the extraordinary talent thriving within school art departments.