Events in Edinburgh on Friday 10th April 2026

A Crack in Everything

Award-winning writer Marcus Chown tells the story of how black holes came in from the cold and presents the latest discoveries as part of Edinburgh Science Festival.

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.

Anke Roder: Atmosphere

Anke Roker returns to &Gallery this April for her second solo exhibition, Atmosphere, where she explores the horizon as a place of light, silence, and reflection!

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.

Astronaut Training

Calling all budding astronauts! Come and join us at Dynamic Earth for a session that will get you ready to head to space!

Banknote Bonanza: Spring Holiday Fun

Join Museum on the Mound for fun, free, family-friendly activities throughout the Spring holidays where you can explore the family trails and discover the secret world of banknotes!

Blessed Echoes by Ensemble Près de votre oreille

Since 2017, Près de votre oreille has developed an original artistic identity, recording several acclaimed albums and performing internationally.

Bongo’s Bingo Edinburgh presents 90s vs 00s

Bongo's Bingo Edinburgh are welcoming a unique theme for April at the Corn Exchange, blending two iconic decades together like a crazy experiment just to see what happens!

Botanics Easter Trail

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh's Easter trail returns for 2026, hop along to the John Hope Gateway, pick up a booklet and help Botanics Bunny search for the perfect decoration for their bonnet!

Braid Bowling Club Art Exhibition

Head along to the Braid Bowling Club Art Exhibition from the 10th to 12th April as over 50 artists, supported by Upright Gallery, are showing their artworks to raise funds for this historic club!

Candlelight: Hans Zimmer’s Best Works

Discover the music of Hans Zimmer under the gentle glow of candlelight when Fever bring Hans Zimmer's Best Works to St Mary's Cathedral Edinburgh!

Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations... discover the music of Queen vs. ABBA at St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral!

Clown Extravaganza

Catch silly, surreal, absurdist comedy and clowning from Phil O'Shea at The Banshee Labyrinth!

Cocktail Craft Masterclass

Join Summerhall Distillery at their historic venue for an immersive cocktail masterclass, where the art of mixology meets the science of spirits!

Concertina Book and Natural Dye Making Workshop

Learn how to make your own concertina booklet then print and draw with natural plant-based inks in this workshop at Dovecot Studios on Friday 10th April!

Contagion & Carnage: The Plague Tour

The Real Mary King's Close is pulling back the curtain on one of Edinburgh's most harrowing historical events with its chilling immersive experience, Contagion & Carnage: The Plague Tour!

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 Bunny Flower Trail

Hop along to IKEA Edinburgh this April for their Easter Flower Trail and help the Easter Bunny fill his bouquet basket while collecting the missing letters along the way for a chance to win a prize!

Easter Camp For Fledglings And For Juniors

Join All or Nothing at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall this April for some amazing aerial fun in the Easter holidays!

Easter Egg-Splorer Trail

Hop along to Edinburgh Zoo this April for a cracking family Easter trail, where you can explore the park, find the hidden eggs, and bag a brilliant prize!

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!

Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at Assembly Roxy

Come and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every month at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at the Assembly Roxy!

Edinburgh International Harp Festival

The Edinburgh International Harp Festival is a vibrant celebration of music in the heart of the city, welcoming visitors and locals alike to experience the magic of the harp!

Edinburgh International Harp Festival: Rachel Hair & Ron Jappy (Scottish/Traditional) / Laura Perrudin (Singer-songwriter)

Enjoy a night of world-class music Scottish duo Rachel Hair & Ron Jappy join French trailblazer Laura Perrudin for an evening of dazzling harps and toe-tapping tunes!

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 Science Festival

Exploring the theme Going Global, Edinburgh Science Festival 2026 will showcase the research and innovation created through international partnerships that address shared challenges!

Edinburgh Science Festival: Spring Explorers

Join Edinburgh Zoo's Discovery and Learning team in an active and engaging three hour session that aims to deepen nature connections for younger audiences!

Edinburgh Tradfest: Exhibition - Highland Story Quilt

Don't miss this unique exhibition at the Scottish Storytelling Centre as artist Lizzie McDougall breathes new life into Highland stories using scraps of discarded fabric!

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!

Eric Cruikshank: Space for Your Words

Leith School of Art are delighted to announce the opening of their new show, Space for Your Words - a solo exhibition of work by Eric Cruikshank!

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!

FameLab UK 26 - Scottish Finals

Join Edinburgh Science and Cheltenham Festivals for the ultimate evening of quick-fire science as we host the Scottish Regional Finals of FameLab UK 2026!

Find Out Fridays

Explore a different theme each week on Friday afternoons, during school term-time, with our Learning team at the National Museum of Scotland.

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.

Flying High

Learn about the Scottish engineering inventions that made international travel possible through fun family activities at the National Museum of Flight Scotland, part of Edinburgh Science Festival!

George Watson’s College Drama Camp - P5 to S2

George Watson's College's Easter Drama Camp for P5 – S2 pupils is a fun, creative week designed to build confidence and performance skills through hands-on drama activities.

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!

Glowing Egg-venture

Drop into the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage on Fridays and Saturdays during the April school holidays for a glowing Easter egg-venture, exploring the gallery with UV torches!

GUSH

Exploring self-identity, sexuality and the tension between compromise and sacrifice, GUSH considers what it means to discover what we want and dare to ask for it.

Hansel and Gretel - Easter Panto

Get ready for a cracking Easter as Reconnect Regal Theatre presents Hansel and Gretel... a panto mash-up featuring all your favourite fairytale legends!

Haunted Leith Ghost Walk

Join North Edinburgh Nightmares for a spooky stroll through the haunted streets of Leith, filled with chilling ghost stories and eerie encounters!

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!

Health or Hype: AI in Biomedicine

In this interactive event, discover how researchers are using AI to detect tumours, make sense of rich health data, and reveal new insights into the biology of complex diseases.

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!

Incontri: A Scots-Italian Photographic Archive

Join the Italian Institute of Culture for a glimpse into the rich and diverse narratives of Italians in Scotland with a curated collection of photographs and images!

Joan Eardley: The Nature of Painting

Step inside the mind and brush strokes of much-loved Scottish artist Joan Eardley with a fresh insight into her powerful and expressive paintings in a new exhibition at National Galleries of Scotland!

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.

Jurassic Juniors Storytelling

Join us at Dynamic Earth for a 'roarsome' storytelling session suitable for children under 6 years!

Katona Twins Spanish Guitar Concert

Experience the world-renowned Katona Twins as they bring the sun-drenched magic of the Alhambra to life through vibrant Spanish guitar masterpieces in an unforgettable performance at Ps & Gs Church!

Kids’ Japanese Holiday Camp

Looking for a holiday activity that offers more than the usual? Then join Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior for a beginner-friendly Japanese language, crafts, and hands-on Japanese holiday camp!

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!

Limewired: A 2000s Nostalgia Party

The 2000s nostalgia party is coming to La Belle Angele... LIMEWIRED is a throwback party celebrating the era when music wasn't streamed - it was downloaded!

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.

Midland Railway

Midland Railway are joined by some exceptional local artists on their Scottish weekender, don't miss them live at The Mash House on Friday 10th April!

Outlander Guided Tours

Step into the world of Outlander with this ultimate themed experience at Hopetoun House, exploring the iconic filming locations inside the House and across the historic Grounds!

Paper Flowers

Join the Royal Collection Trust at the Palace of Holyroodhouse this spring and have a go at making paper flowers and create a colourful bouquet to take home!

Peter Flanagan: Fresh Prince Of Kildare

After a sold-out, critically acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Fringe, Peter Flanagan brings his 'Fresh Prince Of Kildare' tour to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Friday 10th April.

Planetarium Lates: Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon

Pink Floyd's 'The Dark Side of the Moon' planetarium experience is back as part of Edinburgh Science Festival, it truly is a unique way to experience this iconic album!

Planetarium Lates: The Lost World: Jurassic Park

Settle in for a movie night like no other, and watch The Lost World: Jurassic Park at Dynamic Earth on Friday 10th April!

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!

Queer Folks’ Tales with Turan Ali, Michael Johnson, Lake Montgomery & Conor O’Dwyer

LGBTQ+ storytellers galore from around Edinburgh and Scotland share stories of queer lives, past, present and future... sometimes hilarious, often moving, occasionally shocking!

Race Across The World: The Experience - Edinburgh

Race Across The World: The Experience is here... pass legendary landmarks and bonnie backstreets as you race through Edinburgh's streets and solve physical puzzles across 3 sensational checkpoints!

Rocks Uncovered: A Geological Walk with Vojta Hybl

Join nature illustrator, author and educator Vojta Hybl for a hands-on exploration of Edinburgh's local geological landscape!

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!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: A Blackbird Sings

This long garden in a corner site of Glassel Park Estate, reflects East Lothian habitats including moorland, grassland and woodland, and also areas of related plant varieties.

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst

Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly garden that has been transformed from a wilderness 40 years ago and continues to evolve.

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Redcroft

An attractive Arts and Crafts house, Redcroft is a mature walled garden with a variety of different features and habitats.

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.

Showhawk Duo

The pioneers of acoustic rave, The ShowHawk Duo, return to Stramash in Edinburgh on Friday April 10th!

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 Blacksmiths Knife Making Workshop

Learn the fundamental basics of blacksmithing in a supportive and engaging environment on this one day course run by Work of Iron at The Pitt.

The Comedy Cellar

Don't miss stand-up comedy every night at The Comedy Cellar, Edinburgh's 5-star comedy club in The Canon's Gait on the Royal Mile... expect raw laughs, Irish comics and no filters!

The Comedy Show

Kick off your weekend with a bang at the Gilded Balloon's legendary Friday night Comedy Show, featuring mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre!

The Friday Show

Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!

The High Life

After a 30-year delay in the departure lounge, The High Life returns with a new musical spectacular to the Festival Theatre Edinburgh featuring all four original cast members!

The Mystery Hearts - CANCELLED

Mystery Hearts is the musical project of Scottish songwriter and guitarist Mark Lewis Heavenor, don't miss him live at Broughton St Mary's Church, with special guests on Friday 10th April!

Three60 World’s Evolution

World’s Evolution is more than a dance show — it’s a journey, following the story of humanity — our growth, our struggles, and our shared future.

Tiddlers Easter Holiday Workshop

Arty session for ages 6-8. Step into the Birchwood and spend two and a half hours drawing, painting, crafting and maybe getting a bit messy...

Umbrella Vinyl DJ Night

The Umbrella Vinyl DJs Josh, Laura and Nick are bringing their irresistible blend of international beats to Leith Arches on Friday 10th April!

Unlocking the HES Archives

Unlocking the HES Archives is an exhibition celebrating the achievements of the Move Ready Project while also including images of favourite items as selected by archive staff.

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.

Visit the SS Explorer

The SS Explorer remains as the UK's very last steam sidewinder trawler and is also the last ship to be registered in Leith. Come along for a guided tour of the laboratories, cabins, and wheelhouse!

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!

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.

Wildlife on the Rocks

Join us for an exclusive evening talk where you will hear all about the latest conservation research from leading experts at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland!

Get creative and make a better life for cats. Paint your own cat-themed picture at Cats Protection's fun and interactive Paint and Sip event at Mr MacGregors on Friday 10th April!

PRIME Football Coaching look forward to hosting two week-long football camp during the Easter holidays to keep your players active, healthy, socialising and entertained!

Don't miss Why Not? Musical Theatre Company's production of '9 to 5 The Musical' at Carnegie Hall in April!

The Association of Scottish Philatelic Societies will hold its annual Stamp and Postcard Fair at The Vine Centre in Dunfermline on Friday 10th and Saturday 11th April!

St Andrews Heritage Museum & Garden are hosting holiday activities for all ages to enjoy including an Easter Trail, Fruit & Veg Block Printing and Storytelling & Badge Making!

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!

One of the country's top musical talents, Beluga Lagoon, has announced two headline shows at the iconic Barrowland Ballroom on Friday 10th and Saturday 11th April!

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town for the Easter Holidays with their brand new show JURASSIC! Catch them at Glasgow Fort between Wednesday 1st and Sunday 12th April!

On what promises to be an entertaining night, Gordon Strachan will be discussing his remarkable career and life at Airdrie Working Mens Social Club on Thursday 9th & Friday 10th April!

The Town House Hamilton will host a special event featuring Mark Cox and Jane McCarry, best known for their iconic roles as Tam and Isa in the hit comedy series Still Game!

East Kilbride Arts Centre welcomes the Beatles Acoustic Trio, a new show from the members of The Ready Steady 60s Show, rated as the top UK 60s touring show, to the venue on Friday 10th April!

This spring, Kelburn Castle invites you to explore the forest, rebuild the story, and draw the sword in a magical, self-led adventure inspired by the legendary tale of King Arthur!

ACCORD Hospice's Annual Art Exhibition returns - bigger and better than ever before - bringing together the best local and national artists to celebrate all forms of art and creativity!

Zyair Circus is coming to GRID, packed with fearless acrobats, jaw dropping stunts and non stop thrills for the whole family, this is edge of your seat entertainment you won't want to miss!

Inflatable Fun City returns with a brand new location... Barnhill Farm! Bounce, slide, and play all day in an exciting new space made for maximum fun!

Coming to The Albert Halls on 10th April and featuring the acclaimed Steve Mitchell, this show features early Wham! hits right through to George Michael’s later songs.

The World Wide Wrestling League returns to Stirling on Friday 10th April with live action featuring top wrestling stars from around the world!

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.