Events in Edinburgh in August 2024
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Events in Edinburgh
Eala Shàilein / The Swan of Salen
Swan of Salen is A Multimedia Folk Ballet inspired by Tchaikovsky’s iconic Swan Lake and the parallel Gaelic legend, Eala Shàilein. Catch it at Ecclesmachan & Threemiletown Village Hall in April!
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The Late Show @ The Comedy Attic
Join us in the wee hours in The Comedy Attic in Edinburgh, where every weekend we deliver nights packed full of unadulterated comedy mayhem!
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Loanhead Indoor Market
Come along and support our local football club, Loanhead Miners Youth FC, and some other fab businesses at our indoor market in Bayne Memorial Hall, Loanhead!
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Personal PhotoShoot Experience
Join professional local photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh's Old Town for your Personal PhotoShoot Experience! It's a fun outdoor experience perfect for couples, families and solo travelers alike.
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Photography Tuition in Edinburgh’s Old Town
Learn to use your camera in one of the most beautiful cities in the world from a working photographer and film maker! Perfect for solo travellers, couples and families.
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Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Antiquaries Exhibition
Historic Environment Scotland Archives acquired the Rosslyn Album in 2021 and this exhibition presents images from the archive collections relating to Rosslyn Chapel and the contents of the album.
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Edinburgh Opera Company Seeking New Singers For Carmen
Aria Alba is looking for new members to join our exciting production of Georges Bizet's Carmen at the Edinburgh Fringe in August 2024.
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Live music at Bar 13
Join us early evening at Bar 13 for live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with Rory & The Island!
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Leith Market
The weekly Leith Market has it all - fresh meats, fish, bread, veggies, fruits, cheeses, home bakes, olives, jams, chutneys, oils, smokehouse products and lots more!
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Daily Tours at St Giles’ Cathedral
Join a volunteer guide for a 45 min to 1 hour glimpse into the history, heraldry and life of our historic Cathedral and Thistle Chapel!
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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
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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!
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Edinburgh Farmers Market
Experience Edinburgh's original and award winning Farmers' Market at Castle Terrace every Saturday from 9am - 2pm!
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Escape the Past: The Anatomist
Descend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.
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Grassmarket Market
Every Saturday the centre of the Grassmarket becomes a flurry of excitement with the arrival of the weekly market, home to art, crafts, jewellery, gifts, not to mention amazing locally made food!
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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!
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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs for their Friday Ceilidhs held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
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Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market
The Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market is the longest running car boot in Edinburgh. Come check us out!
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Portobello Local Market
Portobello Local Market is a much loved monthly event for truly local food, drink and crafts, held in Brighton Park!
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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.
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The Crafters Roadshow - The Centre Livingston
Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers when The Crafters Roadshow comes to The Centre Livingston!
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Introduction to Transmission Meditation - Edinburgh
Transmission Meditation is a simple group meditation providing both a dynamic service to the world and powerful personal spiritual development.
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FULL MOON with Transmission Meditation 2024
Join Share International Scotland for a powerful group meditation and work of planetary service at the time of the full moon each month!
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West Linton Market
A monthly market for West Linton, held on the first Saturday of the month, showcasing artisan foods, produce and crafts!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Humbie Dean
Come and visit Humbie Dean, a two-acre ornamental and woodland garden sandwiched between two burns at 600 feet with interest throughout a long season!
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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland
The National Library of Scotland's permanent exhibition provides a unique insight into Scotland’s history, culture and people and its place in the world.
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Castle Street Market
Held in brightly coloured gazebos in the heart of central Edinburgh, Castle Street Market is filled with top quality products and has something to satisfy every taste!
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Davidson’s Mains Health Walk
Join Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project for this free weekly walk in Davidson’s Mains! It's a low level, inclusive health walk open to everyone!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst
Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.
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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.
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Makers Market
Come along to the Makers Market in Portobello Town Hall for a gorgeous selection of handmade products from local makers!
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Tea and Tarot
Join this open group at The Salisbury Centre to explore the amazing symbolism of the Tarot, and the many ways in which the cards can support our wellbeing!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: A Blackbird Sings
This long garden in a corner site of Glassel Park Estate is planted mostly by plant type with water features and an unheated conservatory contains cacti and insectivorous plants.
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Portobello Health Walk
Join Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project for this free weekly walk in Portobello. It's a low level, inclusive health walk open to everyone!
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Arthur’s Secrets
Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Love Wednesdays at Why Not Nightclub
Come along to Love Wednesdays, Scotland's BIGGEST Wednesday night, hosted in the award winning WhyNot Nightclub!
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Syrian Supper Club
Come and join the Cyrenians for their delicious Syrian food cooked with love by their award winning chef Noura!
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Burly Ceilidh Club
We’re famous for the Ceilidhs in our stunning Auditorium at the Ghillie Dhu, so come along a make it a night to remember!
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Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path
The forthcoming exhibition Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path aims to bring this talented artist back to public attention.
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BMX Lessons
The Scottish BMX School is offering BMX lessons for kids of all ages, currently being held at Victoria Park in Leith.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Longwood
Visit Longwood, an extensive, long-established country garden at 800 feet, undergoing renewal. There are ducks and hens, stream and ponds as well as areas of wild garden.
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Scottish Folk Music Cruise with Pure Malt
Join Maid of the Forth for the highly-anticipated evening music cruises, making a comeback in 2024!
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Evening Sunset Jazz Cruise
Join us for a magical evening on the river Forth with our legendary Jazz cruise featuring live music from the "Maid of the Forth Stompers"!
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The Edinburgh Sketcher Returns to Lauriston Castle
Edinburgh’s favourite sketcher makes a welcome return to Lauriston Castle and we are teaming up with him once again for some sketching workshops.
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Arthur’s Evening Walk
Enjoy an evening stroll around Holyrood Park as you join our Rangers to learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Claremont
Claremont is an eclectic garden created over the past 18 years. There are three ponds (one very large), a rockery, a dovecot, rose patio and a few interesting trees including a grand monkey puzzle.
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Moyna Flannigan: Space Shuffle
In our 40th year, Collective is delighted to welcome back renowned Scottish artist, and early committee member Moyna Flannigan to present an exhibition of new work.
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Summer Family Fun
Drop-in for some holiday fun and games at the National Museum of Scotland this summer.
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Summer Printmaking Courses
Edinburgh Printmakers have a range of courses this summer taking place over 3 or 4 days, including screenprinting, etching, relief printing, and the protected heritage craft of stone lithography.
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Hands On History
Join us in the Family Room at The Palace of Holyroodhouse to get up close to some historical and replica objects.
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Summer Outdoor Club
Dynamic Earth’s Summer Outdoor Club is back. Join us for a week of fun and adventure in Holyrood Park, perfect for kids aged between 7 to 12 who love being outdoors and exploring the natural world!
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Midweek makes: Collage crowns
Join us in the Family Room at The Palace of Holyroodhouse to discover the stories behind some special crowns. Get creative by decorating your own crown to wear as you visit the rest of the Palace.
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Cold War Scotland
Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict.
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Arturo Brachetti: SOLO
Take a magical journey inside the mind of Italian quick-change legend Arturo Brachetti (Olivier-nominated), in the UK premiere of smash-hit show SOLO.
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Biscuit Barrel: Not Another 69-Sketch Show
Featuring slapstick and wordplay at break-neck speed the Biscuit Barrel return to the Edinburgh Fringe for their fifth year!
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Kate Lois-Elliott - How To Belong Without Joining A Cult
Comedian, actor and writer Kate Lois-Elliott makes her Fringe debut with 'How To Belong Without Joining A Cult', exploring themes of group mentality in modern life!
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The Outrun
Amy Liptrot’s bestselling memoir is brought to life in an epic and elemental world premiere at Church Hill Theatre.
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Ian Stone is Keeping it Together
Ian will return to Edinburgh Fringe in August 2024 with a brand new show, ‘Ian Stone is Keeping it Together’, from 1st - 25th August at the Counting House Ballroom.
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Kurt Sterling - Corporate Chronicles
Fresh from a sold-out show at the Adelaide Fringe Festival, Kurt Sterling will be making his debut at the Edinburgh Fringe with his show ‘Corporate Chronicles’.
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900 Voices
The voices of Edinburgh’s communities shape an ever-evolving sound installation inside St Giles’ Cathedral's magnificent interior.
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Edinburgh Festival Fringe
The Edinburgh Fringe returns from 2nd to 26th August 2024 with artists and performers taking to hundreds of stages all over the city to present shows for every taste.
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Edinburgh International Festival
The Edinburgh International Festival returns from 2nd to 25th August 2024 with live performance throughout the city.
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Foodies Festival Edinburgh
Foodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music, will return to Inverleith Park in Edinburgh between the 2nd and 4th August!
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Forth on The Fringe
Forth on the Fringe is our annual one stop shop for all the essential acts you need to see at this year’s Edinburgh Festival. Catch it at Edinburgh Playhouse on 2nd & 3rd August!
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Fringe by the Sea
Fringe by the Sea is back with a bang! With over 250 events between August 2nd and 11th in the beautiful seaside town of North Berwick, there's something to suit every taste!
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Still Marillion
The one and only Still Marillion return to Dreadnought Rock on Friday 2nd August!
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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo returns from 2nd to 24th August 2024!
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Il Pomo D’Oro & Jakub Józef Orliński
Journey to 17th-century Italy with Il Pomo d'Oro and countertenor Jakub Józef Orliński in an enchanting performance of early Baroque music.
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La Pasión Según San Marcos
Latin American music meets Afro-Cuban and contemporary classical in this bold interpretation of Christ’s Crucifixion.
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Penthesilea
Ferocious and emotionally charged, Internationaal Theater Amsterdam’s production of Heinrich von Kleist’s Penthesilea is a powerful fusion of a rock concert and an ancient tragic love story.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 39 Nantwich Drive
39 Nantwich Drive is a large friendly garden, run on organic principles. It includes a mini orchard, pond, mixed borders, greenhouse and a secret garden.
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The Ladyboys of Bangkok - Edinburgh
Funnier, cheekier and as glamorous as ever, The Lady Boys of Bangkok return to the Fringe as part of their 25th Anniversary Tour!
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The Unravelling Wilburys
Don't miss a fabulous night out for lovers of great music when The Unravelling Wilburys come to Reconnect Regal Theatre on 27th August!
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Truckfest Scotland
Scotland's biggest and best truck show returns to Edinburgh's Royal Highland Centre on the 3rd and 4th August, it's a great day out for the family!
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Edinburgh International Festival: The Opening Concert - St Matthew Passion
Edinburgh Festival Chorus revives Mendelssohn's arrangement of Johann Sebastian Bach’s sublime piece about Christ's last days on earth before his resurrection.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 77 Kirk Brae
77 Kirk Brae features a mix of mature and younger trees, herbaceous beds and borders, a vegetable patch, lawn, a 19th century cast iron vinery, an old monkey puzzle, pond and a patio.
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Grupo Corpo
The legendary Brazilian dance company blends Brazilian forms with ballet and contemporary dance to create a unique style, illuminating the uniqueness of Brazilian culture.
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Heathen Apostles
Heathen Apostles are doing a three day residency at The Voodoo Rooms from 5th to 7th August as part of the Fringe Festival.
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Martin Atkins: Metal Box to Extremities
Veteran drummer for PIL, Killing Joke, Nine Inch Nails and Pigface, Martin Atkins will be showing slides and telling stories at The Voodoo Rooms on 5th August.
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Schola Cantorum de Venezuela
From sacred hymns to Latin American pop culture, Schola Cantorum de Venezuela shares their diverse repetoire.
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Bamberger Symphoniker: Hans Rott’s First Symphony
Jakub Hrůša and the Bamberger Symphoniker bring a little-known symphonic masterpiece to light.
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Leonore Piano Trio
One of the UK’s most accomplished chamber groups showcases music from Clara Schumann, Helen Grime and Antonín Dvořák.
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Bamberger Symphoniker: Beyond the Score® - Dvořák’s New World Symphony
Take a deep dive into one of the first multicultural symphonies with the Bamberger Symphoniker, narrator Gerard McBurney and guest artists.
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Elizabeth Llewellyn and Simon Lepper
Soprano Elizabeth Llewellyn and pianist Simon Lepper delve into the colourful world and emotive landscapes of the late Romantic era.
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Margolyes & Dickens: The Best Bits
Unstoppable 82-year-old Miriam Margolyes returns to the Fringe with her new show 'The Best Bits'.
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Margolyes & Dickens: The Best Bits
Unstoppable 82-year-old Miriam Margolyes returns to the Fringe with her new show 'The Best Bits'!
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Alexandre Kantorow
Renowned French pianist Alexandre Kantorow showcases the visions of four great composer-pianists in a captivating recital at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh!
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Inspiral Carpets
Madchester legends Inspiral Carpets return to The Liquid Room on Thursday 8th August!
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Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny
One of the world's best loved comedians, Jimmy Carr, is back on tour with brand-new show, Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny. Don't miss him live at Edinburgh Playhouse in August!
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Voyage - The ABBA Tribute
VOYAGE The Abba Tribute, at La Belle Angele, is an explosive show packed with all your favourite Abba Hits, sensational singing, mesmerising choreography and authentic costumes.
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Bamberger Symphoniker: Dvořák and Suk
Jakub Hrůša and the Bamberger Symphoniker pair a late masterpiece by Antonín Dvořák with his son-in-law Josef Suk’s most ambitious orchestral work.
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Edinburgh Art Festival
The Edinburgh Art Festival, the UK's largest festival of visual arts, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year and returns to the capital from August 9th to 25th.
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Raphaël Feuillâtre
From Bach's Baroque elegance to Piazzolla's Argentine flair, French guitarist Raphaël Feuillâtre performs a virtuosic programme comprising centuries of music.
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Seckou Keita - Homeland Band
Nicknamed "the Hendrix of the Kora", Seckou has been celebrated for his ingenious tunings and virtuosity and praised as "one of the finest exponents of the kora".
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Songs of the Bulbul
The world premiere of Aakash Odedra’s latest work creates a mediative exchange between the Indian classical dance Sufi Kathak and Islamic poetry.
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The Electric 80s Show - Live @ Edinburgh Fringe
Step inside the DeLorean, switch on the flux capacitor and get ready to go back in time with The Electric 80s Show at The Liquid Room on Friday 9th August!
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Così fan tutte
After last year's acclaimed The Magic Flute, The Scottish Chamber Orchestra and Chorus, along with their Principal Conductor Maxim Emelyanychev, further their exploration of Mozart's operas.
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Let’s Rock / Party At The Palace
Two established and much-loved Scottish festivals have joined forces to announce a powerful new partnership for live music in Scotland! It’s going to be lively!
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Lindisfarne
Legendary 70’s Tyneside folk-rock pioneers Lindisfarne return to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Saturday 10th August!
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Music Improvisation Summer School
St Mary's Music School will be hosting our very first Improvisation Summer School in August 2024!
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Recycled fashion: Family workshop
Take part in a fun family workshop exploring fashion in Georgian Britain at The Palace of Holyroodhouse on 10th August!
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Stefan Dohr and Friends
Berlin Philharmonic's principal horn, Stefan Dohr, presents Brahms's poignant Horn Trio and Ligeti's 20th-century masterpiece, inspired by the former's brilliance.
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This Old Cello Box
From Bach to The Beatles and beyond, South Australian cellist/songwriter William Jack presents a free (non-ticketed) multi-style cello recital at St Gyles' Cathedral on 10th August!
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Chilly Gonzales
Animated by his collaborations with Jarvis Cocker, Feist and Daft Punk, musical maverick Chilly Gonzales steps out onto the stage with his brand-new show, GONZO.
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Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Rumours’ with the Transatlantic Ensemble
Experience one of the greatest albums of all time, lovingly & accurately recreated live at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 11th August!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens at Archerfield Walled Garden
Our walled gardens, developed over the last 8 years, comprise a series of themed spaces designed to provide year-round interest.
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Chiaroscuro Quartet
The acclaimed Chiaroscuro Quartet brings the bygone era of Haydn and Beethoven back to life at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh.
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Oedipus Rex
Experience Scottish Opera’s immersive staging of Igor Stravinsky’s opera in the unique setting of the National Museum of Scotland.
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Maxim Emelyanychev & Principals of the SCO
Led by Maxim Emelyanychev on the fortepiano, the Scottish Chamber Orchestra soloists present captivating renditions from the world of Mozart.
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Youssou N’Dour
Don't miss this rare chance to hear Youssou N’Dour mix ancient traditions with eclectic world influences at the Usher Hall on 13th August!
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Catriona Price & friends + special guests Constant Follower
Don't miss Scottish violinist and composer Catriona Price & friends at The Queen's Hall on Wednesday 14th August plus special guests Constant Follower!
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Ilumina Residency: Exploring Ilumina
Discover the São Paulo-based collective’s musical process as the ensemble performs all around you at the Usher Hall!
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Ilumina Residency: In The Light Of The Shadow
The São Paulo-based artist collective takes on an eclectic array of compositions, spanning French baroque to Afro-samba.
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Sheku Kanneh-Mason & Harry Baker
Diverse compositions spanning Janáček to Lianne La Havas are woven together by Sheku Kanneh-Mason and pianist Harry Baker.
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Edinburgh Festival Chorus
Lose yourself in Grechaninov’s hypnotic sound in a late-night concert given by the Edinburgh Festival Chorus and their director James Grossmith!
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Ian Bostridge & Steven Osborne
British singer Ian Bostridge joins Edinburgh-born pianist Steven Osborne for Franz Schubert’s visionary song cycle Schwanengesang.
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The Alehouse Sessions
Step inside the world of 17th-century London, as the Usher Hall gets catapulted through time and re-invented as a public drinking house!
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Ute Lemper - Rendezvous with Marlene
Rendezvous with Marlene is a show based on a 3-hour phone call between Marlene Dietrich and Ute in Paris, 1988.
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ABBA Gold The Concert - Live @ Edinburgh Fringe
The UK's number one tribute show - ABBA Gold The Concert performs live at the world famous Edinburgh Fringe this August.
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European Union Youth Orchestra: Don Quixote
Recline on a beanbag and lose yourself in the epic story of a loveable rogue turned chivalrous knight at the Usher Hall on 16th August!
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Led by conductor Gianandrea Noseda, the European Union Youth Orchestra leads an educational expedition across the instruments of the grand ensemble.
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Ligeti Quartet performs Anna Meredith
The Ligeti Quartet will be playing original music by Anna Meredith for string quartet and new arrangements of her existing tracks.
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Mahler 5 Inside and Out
Pull up a beanbag next to the musicians and be swept along by Mahler’s story, which culminates in the Adagietto, the composer’s great declaration of love.
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Takács Quartet
The International Festival regulars perform two Viennese classics alongside the European premiere of Nokuthula Ngwenyama’s cosmically inspired Flow.
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The Marriage of Figaro
The acclaimed Komische Oper Berlin and director Kirill Serebrennikov, known for his daring, satirical productions, present Mozart’s iconic comic opera.
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The Sensational David Bowie Band
An Edinburgh Fringe Special - The Sensational David Bowie Tribute Band, the UK's premier tribute to David Bowie, comes to La Belle Angele on 16th August!
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Adam Kay - Undoctored
The nation's twelfth-favourite doctor, Adam Kay, brings his brand new show to Edinburgh, fresh from a record-breaking run at the Edinburgh Fringe and a sell-out season in the West End!
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Claire Martin with The Martin Sjöstedt Trio
Renowned UK jazz vocalist and multi-award winner, Claire Martin OBE, reunites with her accomplished Swedish trio at The Queen's Hall on Saturday 17th August!
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Edinburgh Summer Sessions: Ocean Colour Scene
Ocean Colour Scene will be headlining Edinburgh Summer Sessions on Saturday 17th August at Royal Highland Centre!
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Guns or Roses - GnR Tribute
Guns or Roses, the Uk's best Tribute to G'n'R, return to Dreadnoughtrock for another awesome night of Guns'n'Roses on 17th August!
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Mahan Esfahani
Iranian-American musician Mahan Esfahani reveals the rich harpsichord repertoire of the late Baroque period.
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Mahler’s Fifth Symphony
The Hallé and Sir Mark Elder return to present Mahler's dramatic Fifth Symphony in its entirety alongside Lili Boulanger's Psalm 130.
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Cat Power Sings Dylan ’66
The infinitely gifted singer-songwriter Cat Power takes on Bob Dylan’s legendary 1966 'Royal Albert Hall' concert as part of the Edinburgh International Festival!
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Edinburgh Summer Sessions: Becky Hill - CANCELLED
Becky Hill is without a doubt one of the UK's most exceptional talents and you can catch her at the Royal Highland Centre as part of Edinburgh Summer Sessions this August!
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Royal Scottish National Orchestra & Elim Chan
Three pioneering musical languages dramatically contrast in this expedition of the concerto form, guided by conductor Elim Chan.
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Seong-Jin Cho
The piano virtuoso contrasts two exquisite pieces by Maurice Ravel with the second of Franz Liszt’s Années de pèlerinage.
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Spiritual Cramp
Spiritual Cramp, an American punk rock band, play Sneaky Pete's on Monday 19th August!
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Balimaya Project
The Mandé jazz sensations blend West African folkloric music with the sounds of London's music scene.
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Hailu Mergia
Ethiopian keyboard and accordion-player Hailu Mergia brings his live trio to Edinburgh for a special Fringe show in August!
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Kammerorchester Basel
Women composers hold the spotlight in this concert of 19th-century music at the Usher Hall on 20th August.
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Kleio Quartet
Triumphant and hope-filled ensembles by Benjamin Britten and Joseph Haydn meet Wynton Marsalis’s vibrant celebration of New Orleans.
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Edinburgh International Festival: Pierre-Laurent Aimard
Pierre-Laurent Aimard, one of the world’s greatest pianists, performs a collection of pieces from Schoenberg and other composers.
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Fire in my mouth
The UK premiere of a multimedia impassioned elegy for the victims of New York’s 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire.
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The Fifth Step
The Fifth Step, David Ireland's latest collaboration with the National Theatre of Scotland tells a complex story about men, intimacy and our belief systems.
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Assembly Hall
Combining Arthurian cosplay and emotive contemporary dance, Crystal Pite and Jonathon Young present their major new dance work 'Assembly Hall' at the Festival Theatre!
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Fern Brady - I Gave You Milk To Drink
Scotland’s queen of comedy, Fern Brady, is back on tour with a brand new show. Catch her at Edinburgh Playhouse on Thursday 22nd August!
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Irish Baroque Orchestra
Discover an 18th-century Dublin concert with music from Handel, Geminiani and the mysterious musician Mr Charles.
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Bat For Lashes
Indie pop sensation Bat for Lashes unveils new songs in her euphoric art-pop sound at The Queens Hall Edinburgh on 23rd August as part of the Edinburgh International Festival.
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BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra & Sir Donald Runnicles
Experience the works of two late-Romantic musical titans in celebration of conductor Sir Donald Runnicles's 70th birthday.
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Don’t Stop Queen Now
Don’t Stop Queen Now, a Queen tribute band, create a dynamic show that is a truly authentic sound and visual experience. Catch them at the O2 Academy Edinburgh on Friday 23rd August!
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Midori & Özgür Aydin
Multi-award-winning Japanese violinist Midori returns to the International Festival with her long-time recital partner, American pianist Özgür Aydin in a dazzling programme.
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Pokey LaFarge
American musician, writer, and actor Pokey LaFarge returns to the UK in 2024, catch him live at La Belle Angele on Friday 23 August!
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Tea Green Summer Market: National Galleries of Scotland: National
Join Tea Green for an unforgettable Summer Market at the National Galleries Scotland: National this August!
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Edinburgh Summer Sessions: Catfish And The Bottlemen
Multi-platinum-selling, BRIT Award-winning, arena-filling giants Catfish and the Bottlemen return with their first new music in five years and a massive show at Edinburgh Summer Sessions!
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Exploring Rossini with Thomas Quasthoff
Bass-baritone and voice professor Thomas Quasthoff conducts 12 gifted students in an intimate performance of Gioachino Rossini's musical swansong, Petite Messe solennelle.
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Fleetwood Bac
Fleetwood Bac are the UKs longest running tribute show to Fleetwood Mac. Don't miss them when they return to The Liquid Room Edinburgh on Saturday 24th August!
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Odie Leigh
Louisiana based singer-songwriter Odie Leigh plays La Belle Angele on Saturday 24 August!
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Philharmonia Orchestra Residency: Verdi’s Requiem
The Edinburgh Festival Chorus joins the orchestra for Verdi's powerful setting of the Catholic funeral mass.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Amisfield Walled Garden
Amisfield Walled Garden is a large 18th-century walled garden, abandoned for many years until around 15 years ago and since transformed.
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The Magnetic Fields
American indie pop band The Magnetic Fields returns to the International Festival for a very special anniversary.
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Edinburgh International Festival: Closing Concert - Capriccio
To celebrate his 80th birthday year, world-renowned British conductor and International Festival regular Sir Andrew Davis returns to the first opera he ever conducted!
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Grit Orchestra
Winner of the Scottish Awards for New Music for innovation in New Traditional Music, the GRIT Orchestra is bound to push the limits of genre and Celtic culture.
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Philharmonia Orchestra Residency: Family Concert
Our Festival Director Nicola Benedetti joins Philharmonia as solo violinist in this family-friendly rendition of an instantly recognisable piece of classical music.
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Lime Cordiale
Don't miss Australian band Lime Cordiale when they return to La Belle Angele on Monday 26th August!
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The Dirty Jewels
The Dirty Jewels bring an eclectic mix of energetic guitar driven rock and pop to get you singing and dancing at Dreadnought Rock on 30th August!
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Clans of Leon - Kings of Leon Tribute
Clans of Leon, Scotland's premier Kings of Leon tribute band, play Dreadnought Rock on 31st August!
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Everything Changes - Take That Tribute
Join the UK's favourite tribute act Everything Changes for the ultimate Take That night at Reconnect Regal Theatre on 31st August!
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Vision Coaching School Holiday Multi-Sports Camp
Vision Coaching has been delivering high quality multi-sports camps for over a decade and this Summer they are returning to Giffnock!
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Share a Song and Sing Along
Enjoy a good old sing-along and ‘gie it laldy’ at Share a Song and Sing Along at libraries across East Renfrewshire!
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Dinosaur Adventure Live - Trouble On Volcano Island
Calling all dino fans... join an interactive adventure to save Volcano Island from an erupting volcano and meet incredible life-like dinosaurs when Dinosaur Adventure Live comes to Giffnock!
READ MOREEvents in Fife
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Dinosaur Adventure Live - Trouble on Volcano Island
Calling all dino fans... join an interactive adventure to save Volcano Island from an erupting volcano and meet incredible life-like dinosaurs when Dinosaur Adventure Live comes to Rothes Halls!
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Kirkcaldy Boot and Mart
Kirkcaldy Boot and Mart, indoor and outdoor every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday... all welcome!
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Daisy Friday
Join us at St Andrews Botanic Garden for DAISY Friday! Donate As It Suits You (Daisy) in place of your admission ticket and enjoy our Garden.
READ MOREEvents in Glasgow
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
The Eminem Tribute
Performed by the talented Crisp Carter, currently taking Benidorm by STORM, don't miss The Eminem Tribute at The Classic Grand on Friday 9th August!
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Peoples Ford Boghall & Bathgate Caledonia Pipe Band: Cabar Fèidh
Glasgow Skye Association Pipe Band's 'Pre-Worlds' concert will be held at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Wednesday 14th August!
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Saturday Night Comedy
Treat yourself to an evening of award-winning comedy at Glee Club Glasgow, featuring four superb stand-up comedians that will keep you laughing until Monday!
READ MOREEvents in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Navigation Skills For Improvers
Join Gaby from Skylark Guiding for a one day navigation course in the Kilsyth Hills for a women who want to grow their confidence using maps and compass to plan and follow routes in the countryside.
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Drumpellier Junior Parkrun
Drumpellier Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Drumpellier Country Park!
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Lanark Market Car Boot Sale
An undercover car boot sale is held at Lanark Agricultural Market on Sundays throughout the year from 8am to 1pm!
READ MOREEvents in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Sma’ Shot Cottages
The Sma' Shot Cottages are a major attraction in the Renfrewshire area, providing visitors with an insight into two distinct periods of Paisley's weaving history!
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The Bishopton & Dargavel Farmers Market
The Bishopton & Dargavel Farmers Market is held at Bishopton Train Station Car Park on the third Saturday of each month!
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Barshaw Junior Parkrun
Barshaw Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Barshaw Park, Paisley!
READ MOREEvents in Stirling
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Bannockburn House Ghost Hunt w/ Haunted Rooms
Join Haunted Rooms for a thrilling ghost hunt at Bannockburn House! This historic site offers a chilling adventure.
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Sunday Pub Quiz
Join us at The Crook Bar & Bistro for our weekly fun quiz, free to enter and with a weekly prize and also cash raffle!
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Loch Ard Kayak Tours Full Day
Visit sites of interest, explore and immersive in the natural beauty, learn the history on and around the Loch with the Loch Ard Adventure Centre!
READ MOREEvents in Other Areas
History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour
Prestwick Airport, just 30 miles south west of Glasgow has had a colourful history since aviation activity was first recorded over 110 years ago in 1913, find out more on one of these walking tours!
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
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!
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Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair
Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for its 19th year to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!
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Kilmarnock Farmers Market
Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!
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Largs Market
You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!
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Kelburn Breathwork and Cold Dip Experience
Enjoy a fabulous Breathwork and Cold Dip Experience in the magical setting of Kelburn, on the North Ayrshire coast!
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Summer Artisan Market
Join Wylde Thistle for the second of their Summer Artisan Markets at the stunning Marine Troon - they've got 40 artisan makers, designers and producers bringing seasonal gifts and goods!
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Zippos Circus at Ayr’s Low Green
Zippos Circus returns to Ayr's Low Green between Wednesday 7th and Monday 12th August with their all-new 2024 production, Magnificent!
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