Events in Edinburgh in November 2025
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Events in Edinburgh
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.
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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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Showtime @ The Comedy Attic
Join us for Showtime at The Comedy Attic every Friday and Saturday for the best comedy this glorious city of Edinburgh has to offer!
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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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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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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kevock Garden
This wonderful hillside garden has magnificent views over the North Esk Valley with a wide diversity of plants and has featured in many magazine articles and gardening programmes.
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Edinburgh Farmers Market
If you're looking for a great place to find fresh, local produce and delicious food, Edinburgh's Farmers Market, held every Saturday, is a must-visit!
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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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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!
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Monumental Treasure Hunt: West Princes Street Gardens
Welcome to the Monument-al Treasure Hunt in West Princes Street Gardens Edinburgh, a cultural & historical exploration for children & adults of all ages to enjoy.
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Cocktail Craft Masterclass
Join Summerhall Distillery for an immersive cocktail masterclass at their historic venue, where the art of mixology meets the science of spirits!
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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!
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Crafts, Games, Soup!
Enjoy crafts? Or enjoy a boardgame? Or simply would appreciate being in the company of others in a warm, relaxed space with a bowl of soup? Then this is the space for you!
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The Scottish Explorer: A selection of the Finest Local Produce
Indulge in an unforgettable culinary journey that celebrates the essence of Scotland at Summerhall Distillery's Scottish Explorer events!
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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... sell your unwanted goods to 1000s of bargain hunters and make extra cash!
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Ceilidh in Charteris Centre
Edinburgh Ceilidhs invites you to their regular ceilidh in the Charteris Centre with caller Ken Gourlay, ceilidh band and piper!
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Discover the Joy of Reading in Japanese – Join Our Book Club!
Are you passionate about Japanese but find it difficult to enjoy the learning process? Then join our Japanese Book Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!
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Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation
Uncover the secrets of 17th-century medicine with a hands-on workshop led by an expert from his time: Dr Arnott, who examined his patients’ health by analysing urine’s colour, smell & TASTE!
READ MORESpeak Japanese with Confidence – Join Our Japanese Chat Club!
Looking to practise speaking Japanese in a relaxed and supportive environment? Then join our Japanese Chat Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!
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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.
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Makers Market at Lind & Lime
Support The Makers is delighted to return to Lind & Lime in 2025 with up to 28 makers!
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Dog Training in Edinburgh
Dogs Trust Dog School Edinburgh offer training classes for dogs at all stages of their lives, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment.
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Conservation Hangar Talks
See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
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Makers Market at St Giles Cathedral
The Makers Market returns to the iconic St Giles' Cathedral in the heart of Edinburgh in 2025!
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Kids Japanese After School Club Ages 7-12: Language, Crafts & Culture
Led by Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior, this Kids Japanese After School Club transforms screen-based self-study into real-world interactive learning with crafts, games, and cultural fun.
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Out of Chaos: Post-War Scottish Art 1945-2000
Scheduled to complement John Bellany: A Life in Self-Portraiture, this survey exhibition examines the wider context of post-war Scottish art.
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Hooked: 500 Years of Addiction
From heroin to gambling, from alcohol to love, explore the history of addiction at Hooked, an exhibition at the Physicians' Gallery.
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Dear Library
To mark our 100th birthday, the National Library of Scotland presents a special exhibition, 'Dear Library'.
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Resistance
Resistance explores how acts of resistance have shaped life in the UK, and the powerful role of photography in documenting and driving change.
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You Mean the World Exhibition
This exhibition explores the history of air pollution and of recycling and re-use in nursing and shows how talented nursing teams are taking climate action today.
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Annasach’s Ceilidh at The Counting House
Annasach Ceilidh Band invites you to our regular ceilidh in the hidden gem of Edinburgh’s Old Town, The Counting House!
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Monkeys: Our Primate Family
See some of the rarest and most endangered primates on Earth in 'Monkeys: Our Primate Family' at the National Museum of Scotland.
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Sunday Market on the Croft
Earth in Common's weekly Sunday markets return to Leith Community Croft, celebrating local, small businesses, and sustainable products and produce.
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Panorama: New Views of a City
Collective Edinburgh's Panorama programme takes inspiration from the origins of the panorama to explore how we see, move through and understand the city today.
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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.
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IKEA: Magical Patterns
IKEA Museum's Magical Patterns exhibition comes to Dovecot Studios, celebrating 60 years of innovative textile design.
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Rugby for Beginners
Corstorphine Cougars are running free beginners classes every Tuesday for Females of all ages who would like to try Rugby!
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Almost Impossible 2.0: Martin Brock
Martin Brock is back at the Fringe with an electrifying, one-of-a-kind spectacle of slick, mind-bending magic, laugh-out-loud comedy, cutting-edge video production and astonishing illusions!
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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!
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Tang Soo Do
Come and try out the traditional Korean martial art of Tang Soo Do at Gracemount Leisure Centre on Wednesdays & Saturdays!
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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.
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Out of the Blue Flea Market
Come along to Out of the Blue Drill Hall and find just what you never knew you needed as you browse 45+ stalls packed with pre-loved items!
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Scottish Dance Classes for Children
Let your child explore music, rhythm, and movement in a fun and welcoming environment at the RSCDS Edinburgh's Saturday morning Scottish Dance Classes in Christ Church, Morningside!
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Castle Chorus Weekly Rehearsal
Castle Chorus is a small, friendly choir open to anybody who loves singing. If you’re interested in coming along, singing some songs and meeting new people, feel free to just turn up on a Thursday!
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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!
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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.
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MC Hammersmith and Friends
Multi-award winning freestyle rap comedian MC Hammersmith presents an evening of improvised comedy raps based entirely on your suggestions. And he will also be joined by his friends!
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Reconfigure Life Drawing at Summerhall
Reconfigure welcomes all ages and all abilities, in an atmosphere of warmth and creativity, at these Life Drawing classes in Summerhall's iconic Anatomy Lecture Theatre.
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Making a Statement: Craft & Activism in Edinburgh
This colourful and vibrant exhibition brings together historic objects and contemporary protest material to explore the recent explosion of 'Craftivism' in Edinburgh.
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Knit & Natter
The knitting group at Care UK’s Cairdean House, on Redford Road in Colinton, brings together residents and local community members for a monthly morning of crafting and conversation.
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Shen Xin: Highland Embassy
Highland Embassy brings together three projects by artist and filmmaker Shen Xin and is showing at Collective Edinburgh from October to December 2025.
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Saturday Music Classes
Is your child interested in learning an instrument? Then come along to these Saturday classes for ages 10 and 11 at St Mary's Music School Edinburgh!
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Royal Mile International Piano Series
Set against the magnificent backdrop of St Giles’ Cathedral — illuminated by candlelight - these concerts promise an unforgettable musical experience!
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Haunted Newhailes
Do you dare join us for a spine-chilling tour of Newhailes House? It's earned a reputation for being haunted!
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Drawing the Italian Renaissance
This exhibition at The Palace of Holyroodhouse, brings together a wide range of drawings from this revolutionary artistic period, including 45 drawings never exhibited in Scotland before.
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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.
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Picking up the Thread: The Past, Present and Future of Tapestry
Dovecot is delighted to welcome a wonderful variety of artists to show their work in The British Tapestry Group’s celebration of its 20th anniversary.
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Beneath the Surface: King’s Gallery Short Talks
Join our team at the Palace of Holyroodhouse for weekly gallery talks as part of the exhibition Drawing the Italian Renaissance!
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Ceilidh Tea Dances
Dance away the afternoon, and enjoy good company at these Ceilidh Tea Dances held in Marchmont St. Giles on Thursday afternoons!
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Good Egg Comedy presents: Cracking New Jokes Show
Watch professional comedians try new material for less than the price of an Edinburgh drink every Thursday at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar!
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Ceilidh Supper Club
Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Scottish National Gallery with great food, great music, and great company, this is one Friday night you won’t want to miss!
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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.
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Curiosity Club
Leave your grown-ups at the door and jump into a Curiosity Club for these exciting, hands-on sessions for curious kids aged 7 – 11 at the National Museum of Scotland!
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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!
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Crafternoons
Looking for something fun to do with the kids during the winter? Then come along to these FREE arts and crafts sessions every Saturday at the Scottish Parliament!
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PINK. Women of Italian Graphic Design. From the Origins to Contemporaneity
This powerful exhibition uncovers the overlooked contributions of Italian women graphic designers who helped define eras, influence culture, and craft iconic imagery.
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Story Platform
Story Platform is a monthly live event at The Gilded Saloon, created to uplift Scottish writers and performers through stand up, music, sketch comedy, and more!
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Hot Comedy
Hot Comedy is a bold, inclusive comedy compilation show in Edinburgh, hosted by Nicholas Elliott and Eva Peroni, at the Gilded Saloon every other Sunday.
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Cards for Good Causes
The pop up shop for Cards for Good Causes, the U.K.’s largest charity Christmas card retailer, once again returns to St John's Episcopal Church, Princes Street.
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Edinburgh Magic at The Caledonian
Kevin Quantum invites you to an intimate and quite astonishing evening of magic, mystery and wonder in one of Edinburgh’s most historic and enchanting hotels - The Caledonian!
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Méabh Breathnach
In Bodies of Work (in progress), Méabh Breathnach uses ceramics, metal and the body as materials, tools, and sources of inspiration in the creation of both sculptural and functional objects.
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Edinburgh Zoo Giant Lanterns
Edinburgh Zoo's award-winning Giant Lanterns event is back this winter, for the first time in six years, with a never-before-seen theme, featuring all things aquatic!
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Play and Chat - German Parent-and-Child Group
Come along to Spiel und Plausch (Play and Chat), a place where children can play freely, parents can take a moment, and new friendships can grow.
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Around the World Starflyer
Try it if you dare! The Starflyer is back at Edinburgh's Christmas giving the finest, and most thrilling, views of the stunning city centre skyline!
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Christmas Market
One of the most iconic Christmas Markets in Europe, Edinburgh's Christmas Market returns to East Princes Street Gardens showcasing the best in artisan festive products and goods from local makers!
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: LNER Big Wheel
The LNER Big Wheel returns to East Princes Street Gardens to give passengers a unique perspective of our spectacular city!
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The Atelier Gallery, Winter Show
The Atelier Gallery invites you to our Winter Show, showcasing works from many of our beloved artists.
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Winter Family Trail
Free this Winter at St Cecilia's Hall, can you find all 8 snow-people hidden around the galleries and answer each of their questions?
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Six by Nico: The Nutcracker
This year, we invite you to step into a world of wonder, storytelling and festive indulgence at Six by Nico, Hanover Street.
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This year, we invite you to step into a world of wonder, storytelling and festive indulgence at Six by Nico, Edinburgh West.
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Christmas at the Botanics
Explore the sights and sounds of Christmas in this magical after dark experience when it returns to the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh!
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Ice Skating
Get your skates on and glide all the way up and down Edinburgh’s famous George Street on the magnificent alpine ice rink!
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: The Polar Ice Bar
Take some time to ‘chill’ at the Polar Ice Bar, the coolest bar in the city, where your table, chairs and glasses are sculpted entirely from ice.
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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!
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Myths and Legends Tour
This November, step beneath the Royal Mile and into a world where history and folklore entwine, with The Real Mary King’s Close new 'Myths and Legends Tour'!
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Castle Of Light
Make Castle of Light: Fire and Ice part of your festive plans and enjoy the largest annual projection show in the UK when it returns for its sixth year!
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Christmas @ The Anatomist Escape Room
Looking for festive fun that's a little different? Gather your team of family, friends or colleagues and head along to Edinburgh's historical escape room!
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Christmas @ The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room
Looking for festive fun that's a little different? Then gather your team and head along to Edinburgh's historical escape room for The Deacon’s Cabinet!
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Santa’s Stories
Santa is back at Edinburgh's Christmas this year! Make your little one's day and bring them along to our Santa Experience in West Princes Street Gardens!
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Five Sisters Zoo Christmas Illuminations
By popular demand, Five Sisters Zoo's Christmas Illuminations are back this winter with a mesmerizing display of colour and light!
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Haunted Leith Ghost Walk
Join North Edinburgh Nightmares this November on a hair-raising ghost walk through the historic back streets of Leith!
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The Winter Village at Fort Kinnaird
This Christmas, Fort Kinnaird will be transformed into a festive wonderland filled with seasonal street food, artisan gifts, fairground rides and spectacular circus shows for all to enjoy.
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Try an Outdoor Escape Room this Christmas
This Christmas, wrap up warm and follow a tale from Edinburgh's fascinating history as you journey through the very sites and locations where it all took place on outdoor escape room adventure!
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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons at Christmas
Enjoy an exceptional classical concert by candlelight this Christmas in the beautiful setting of St Giles' Cathedral
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A Wee Picture: new Edinburgh exhibition from Joe Hargan PAI PPAI RGI
One of Scotland’s most accomplished painters, Joe Hargan PAI PPAI RGI, returns to Morningside Gallery this month with a new solo exhibition of work.
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Bongo’s Bingo’s Christmas Cracker
Forget a boring beige Christmas in Edinburgh, come along to Bongo’s Bingo’s Christmas Cracker at the Edinburgh Corn Exchange!
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Christmas at The Chocolatarium
Celebrate the magic of Christmas with indulgent, chocolate-filled fun and hands-on festive chocolate making at The Chocolatarium!
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Eat, Drink, Be Merry - Private Festive Party Night
Celebrate the season in style with an unforgettable night of festive fun at Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh!
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Family Ice Experience
Step into The Ice Queen's Castle during our family-friendly sessions at The Polar Ice Bar.
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Michael Fullerton
A major exhibition by Glasgow-born artist Michael Fullerton comes to the City Arts Centre!
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Old Town Ghost Walk
Join North Edinburgh Nightmares for a night of thrills and chills in Edinburgh's Old Town that you won't soon forget!
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Festival Fabric Wreath Making Workshop
Enjoy a few hours of crafting and make your own fabric wreath for the Christmas season at this fun wreath making class in Edinburgh.
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Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Edinburgh, and this year it's even more magical!
READ MORESanta’s Grotto at Dobbies Livingston
Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Livingston, and this year it's even more magical!
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Six by Nico: A Hollywood Christmas
This Christmas, Six by Nico - West End presents A Hollywood Christmas where each course reimagines the nostalgia, magic and warmth of Christmas through flavour and storytelling!
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This Christmas, Six by Nico Edinburgh in Hanover Street presents A Hollywood Christmas where each course reimagines the nostalgia, magic and warmth of Christmas through flavour and storytelling!
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Castle Street Christmas Market
Castle Street Christmas Market returns in 2025, providing everyone with something special to buy and enjoy.
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Crafts for Christmas
Don't miss a great opportunity to purchase unique, hand-made gifts for Christmas and support a good cause - WaterAid!
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Gyle Winter Wonderland
This year, the Gyle Shopping Centre is pulling out all the stops for the biggest and brightest Christmas experience yet!
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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.
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Inside No. 9 Stage/Fright
Expect the unexpected as the acclaimed BBC TV series comes to life on stage at Edinburgh Playhouse in November!
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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
EGTG presents Simon Stephens’ adaptation of Mark Haddon’s bestselling, award-winning novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time at Assembly Roxy in November!
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It’s A Wonderful Life
Based on the critically acclaimed Frank Capra movie, Mary Elliott Nelson's reimagining is a joyful story of love, hope and community.
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AI Translation Slam 2025: Beyond the Binary
Join us at the Institut français d'Ecosse on 27th November for our AI Translation Slam 2025, which pitches the creative forces of literary translation by humans against AI translation tools.
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American Friends-Giving
Join us at The Three Sisters for a laid-back and festive Thanksgiving celebration, that’ll make you feel right at home!
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Andrew White: Rhinestone Comedian
Treat yourself to a deliciously witty and hilarious night when comedian Andrew White brings his star-spangled stand-up rodeo tour to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Thursday 27th November!
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British Interior Design Since 1925
Join Bruce Peter as he discusses the rapid changes in British Interior Design at Dovecot Studios on 27th November. The event includes entry to IKEA: Magical Patterns.
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DIGIT Expo 2025
Explore Scotland’s biggest tech exhibition to get up close with the new disruptive products and services that are shaping future businesses.
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Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy
Step into the world of Edgar Allan Poe in this 4-part chilling cocktail experience at Leith Arches on 27th & 28th November!
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Edinburgh Ski Club: New Members Party
For anyone who's joined the club since the end of January this year, come along and meet other new members on Thursday 27th November.
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Home-Start Edinburgh Pub Quiz and Silent Auction Fundraiser
Join Home-Start Edinburgh for a night of fun, fundraising, and friendly competition at Brass Monkey Leith on Thursday 27th November!
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La Sicilia da vivere con Gusto / Week of the Italian Cuisine in the World 2025
Join us at the Italian Institute of Culture on 27th November for 'La Sicilia da vivere con Gusto': a talk with the protagonists of the Sicilian eno-gastronomic scene!
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Lind & Lime’s 7th Birthday Celebration
Lind & Lime is turning seven and we’re throwing a party at Coburg Street on Thursday 27th November and you’re invited!
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Ocean Terminal Christmas Market
Ocean Terminal Christmas Market is the place to be for a magical indoor shopping experience.
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Paul F Taylor: Off The Paul
Professional oddball Paul F Taylor returns to The Stand Edinburgh with a brand new show on Thursday 27th November.
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Scottish Ballet: The Snow Queen
Scottish Ballet’s spectacular and much-loved production of The Snow Queen returns to the Festival Theatre stage in 2025!
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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: L’Enfance du Christ
Welcome the coming festive season with one of the tenderest, most captivating Christmas pieces ever created, performed by the Scottish Chamber Orchestra!
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Soundhouse Winter Festival
The Soundhouse Winter Festival is a 5-day music festival taking place this winter at the Traverse Theatre in Edinburgh.
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TBC Improv UK’s Monthly Open Improv Jam
TBC invites you to a monthly improv drop-in jam. It's a fun inclusive event where absolutely all are welcome, no improv experience required.
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Thanksgiving Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh
For many Americans living abroad, Thanksgiving can be the moment when homesickness hits hardest. This year, Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh is bringing a slice of home to the American community.
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The Bootleg Eagles
Join the Bootleg Eagles on a powerful journey, from the band's country-rock roots, to all those anthemic, global chart-toppers.
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Weaving Taster Workshop
In this taster workshop at Dovecot on 27th November, Molly Kent will talk you through how to start your mini tapestry and will guide you as you work to create your own piece of woven art.
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ABBA ODYSSEY - Live at Christmas!
ABBA Odyssey are a standout act, featuring singers who produce the most authentic tribute to the iconic ABBA sound, catch them live at The Liquid Room on 28th November!
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Bookbug at Abbey Strand
Come along to the very first Bookbug session in the historic Abbey Strand Centre at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on Friday 28th November!
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Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
Discover the music of Queen vs. ABBA at St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight!
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Christmas Night Market at The Pitt
Step into a merry mash-up of mistletoe, music and mulled wine as The Pitt transforms into a festive playground of flavour, fun and fashionable market picks!
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Cinderella: A Fairytale
Coming to the Royal Lyceum Edinburgh Christmas 2025, the story we all love that has captivated audiences around the UK: Cinderella!
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Gathering of the Clans Presented By Lost Shore & 50th Celebration of Scottish Surfing
This special weekend at Lost Shore marks five decades of Scottish surf culture, competition, and community – bringing together surfers, fans, and the public!
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Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair
Enjoy a wonderful festive shopping experience when the annual Christmas Shopping Fair returns to Hopetoun House from 28th to 30th November!
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Killian Sundermann: This Boy is Cracking Up
Join Killian Sundermann on 28th November at Monkey Barrel for a night filled with stand-up, sketch and song as he takes his sold-out Irish tour show across the UK!
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King of the Scouts
King of the Scouts is a survivalist horror about climate change, parental abandonment, and Bear Grylls.
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Ladies Christmas Shopping Evening
Come along and enjoy a fizzy evening at Cockenzie House and Gardens Ladies Christmas Shopping Event held in the Auld Kirk in Cockenzie on Friday 28th November!
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Mark Hearld Talks Tapestry
Discover artist and designer Mark Hearld's passion for tapestry in this conversation with Dovecot's Master Weaver Naomi Robertson on 28th November!
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Moonlight Sonata at Christmas
Treat yourself and your loved ones to a special pre-Christmas evening in the stunning surroundings of St Giles' Cathedral!
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Painting with Thread: Winter Embroidery Workshop
Learn how to use four simple stitches to paint with threads, creating your own seasonal embroidery inspired by botanical and floral imagery on this workshop at Dovecot.
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Party Nights
Enjoy a night to remember at Novotel Edinburgh Park's Party Nights with a festive three course dinner and music to get you up and dancing!
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RSNO 2025/26: Mozart’s Great Mass in C minor
Mozart's Great Mass in C minor is one of the mightiest and most moving of choral masterpieces!
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Snow White
Mirror Mirror on the wall, what is the greatest panto of all? Join us deep in the forest this Christmas as the Reconnect Regal Theatre presents ‘Snow White’!
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Sundown Adventures
For the very first time Go Ape's popular Sundown Adventures will be available at Dalkeith Country Park between 28th November and 30th December.
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Supper with Santa
This festive season, we invite our IKEA Family members to join Santa for some supper at IKEA Edinburgh.
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Terrazzo Christmas Decorations for Children - Eco Resin Craft Workshop
Join Polymorphics for a special workshop where you'll immerse yourself in the art of creating eco-resin Christmas decorations.
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The Dream Machine
Step into a psychedelic dreamscape with The Dream Machine at Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Friday 28th November!
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The Night Market UK - Edinburgh Christmas Special
The Night Market UK returns to their favourite home, The Biscuit Factory, for a winter edition packed with indie spirit, warm vibes, and small business brilliance!
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The Wizard of Oz - Panto 2025
Join us over the rainbow this Christmas as Reconnect Reconnect Howden Park presents ‘The Wizard of Oz’!
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Weekly Tours at St Cecilia’s Hall
Join our team of volunteers at St Cecilia's Hall for a FREE weekly tour of the collection!
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Westside Cowboy
Manchester-based band Westside Cowboy will play Edinburgh's Cabaret Voltaire on Friday 28th November!
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WinterFest
Step into the magic of WinterFest and soak up the Christmas spirit at Dalkeith Country Park!
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&Gallery Annual Winter Exhibition
&Gallery is delighted to round off the year with the annual Winter Exhibition, featuring a curated mix of painting, print, sculpture, and ceramics by gallery artists.
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A Night with the Farmers Choir in aid of RHET
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of music from the Farmers Choir, while supporting the RHET's vital work connecting young people with food, farming, and the countryside!
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A Pirate Workshop!
Join Scotland's very own Sea Shanty Queen, Joss Cameron for a morning of singing, stories and crafts at Granton Library on 29th November!
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Actual Life: Fred Again Rave
Join us at La Belle Angele on Saturday 29th November as we celebrate the music of Fred Again.. The artist who’s redefined the sound of a generation.
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Adam Riches as Sean Bean in ‘The 12 Beans of Christmas’
Join Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner Adam Riches as he hits the road once more with his (k)night of chaotic buffoonery, to give you a Christmas present you’ll never forget!
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Beyond Monet & Beyond Van Gogh
Step into a world of light, colour, and imagination with Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience at the Royal Highland Centre this Christmas!
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Boogie Down Broadway
Calling all Theatre Kids, Broadway Superfans and Showtune Partiers. For one afternoon only, the stunning Assembly Rooms will ring with Broadway’s greatest tunes, sung by you!
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Breakfast with Santa
This festive season, enjoy breakfast with Santa and his elves, and make some magical memories at IKEA Edinburgh!
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Christmas Market and Open Days
Edinburgh Printmakers will be opening the doors of our historic building Castle Mills to welcome you to a fun-filled weekend of activities, workshops, and our bespoke Christmas Market!
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Christmas Markets at The Pitt
Get ready for a weekend of festive cheer as The Pitt transforms into a wintry wonderland of food, fun, and fabulous finds!
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Conifox Christmas Experience
Conifox Christmas Experience is back for it’s 8th year, with so much more than just Santa's Grotto!
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Definitely Oasis
The worlds best Oasis tribute band, Definitely Oasis, return to Edinburgh on Saturday 29th November!
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Descriptive Tour: Drawing the Italian Renaissance - CANCELLED
Join us for a special descriptive tour of the Drawing the Italian Renaissance exhibition at The King’s Gallery, Edinburgh, designed for visually impaired and blind visitors.
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Dog-Friendly Screening: Wake Up Dead Man: Knives Out Mystery
In this Dog-Friendly screening at Cameo Picturehouse, Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) returns for his most dangerous case yet in the third and darkest chapter of Rian Johnson’s murder mystery opus.
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Emma Capponi - ‘BURIED’ album launch with The Good Capers
Come along to Leith FAB Cricket Club on Saturday 29th November to celebrate the launch of Emma Capponi's new album 'Buried', along with full album band and support from The Good Capers!
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FACE (Fighting Against Cancer Edinburgh) Winter Fair
Don't miss the 2025 FACE Winter Fair on 29th November at Royston Wardieburn Community Centre with handmade gifts, pre-loved toys, games, books, home baking, a cafe, Santa's Grotto and so much more..
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Fairy Circle: Part of Fair Saturday 2025
Come along to the home of Scottish storytelling for a drop-in session of traditional tales with storytellers Mark Borthwick and Alice Fernbank on Saturday 29th November!
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Family Drawing Workshop
Take inspiration from drawings in our latest exhibition Drawing the Italian Renaissance and join us for a special family drawing workshop.
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Family Yoga: Mixed Age Group
Taking inspiration from Drawing the Italian Renaissance, join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse for a fun family yoga session full of movement, music, songs and stories.
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Festive Family Films
Big-screen favourites return to Dynamic Earth, including The Polar Express, The Grinch, Home Alone and Elf, shown on selected weekends and daily in the run-up to Christmas.
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Festive Makers Market
Enjoy a unique festive shopping experience at Edinburgh Open Workshop’s Makers Market on 29th November!
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For Good: A Wickedly Fabulous Fundraiser
The House of Hope invites you to dress up in your finest pink or green and get ready to indulge in delicious food, fundraising games and inspiring stories to remind us of the power of friendship!
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Framed Embroidered Flower Workshop
Embroider and frame your own floral keepsake with textile artist Lucy Freeman at Dovecot on Saturday 29th November!
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Fun Lovin’ Criminals
Legendary US trio the Fun Lovin' Criminals bring their worldwide tour to La Belle Angele on 29th November, in support of their new album ‘A Matter of Time’!
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German Christmas Fair
You are warmly invited to the Christmas Fair at the German Church, on Saturday 29th November!
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Home, work, love and hope - Annual Artist Books Exhibition
The Annual Artist Books Exhibition is taking place at Upright Gallery from 29th November with 32 artists exhibiting over 60 artist books on themes of Home, work, love and hope.
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Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert
For the first time ever, Jim Henson's original masterpiece and musical fantasy film Labyrinth is to tour the UK in concert, don't miss it live at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Saturday 29th November!
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Kaizen at Barnton Bunker - A Collaborative Art Experience for Fair Saturday
Barnton Bunker will host Kaizen, a free, hands-on art experience featuring 5–10 evolving artworks across the underground spaces of Scotland’s largest nuclear bunker on Fair Saturday 29th November.
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Leith Creative Trail 2025
This winter, the streets of Leith come alive with creativity as Edinburgh Open Workshop coordinates the return of the Leith Creative Trail.
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Lind & Lime Festive Cocktail Masterclass
Elevate your at home cocktail knowledge by joining us at Lind & Lime Gin Distillery on the 29th and 30th November for a Festive Cocktail Masterclass!
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Lines in the Growing Darkness
Join Laura and Emily at St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh in some gentle guided movement, meditation and reflection as we go into winter!
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McDOOT: Saxophone, clarinet, & percussion trio
The McDOOT trio is bringing new sounds to the Pianodrome in Granton on Saturday 29th November!
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Nervous Passenger & Honeythieves concert
Edinburgh band Nervous Passenger and Glasgow's Honeythieves are performing two shows, one in each city in November! Don't miss them live at Bruntsfield Evangelical Church on Saturday 29th November.
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Old infirmary to host Remembrance Lighting Ceremony
Canopy Kitchen & Courtyard joins forces with Simpsons Special Care Babies (SSCB) to mark the charity’s 40th anniversary with a Tree of Light installation on Saturday 29th November.
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Raging Speedhorn
To celebrate 25 years, Raging Speedhorn announce a Scottish headline show at The Mash House in Edinburgh on 29th November!
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Rogues So Banished
Actor and writer Paul Case's nightmarish solo horror theatre piece explores the intersection of class, race and sexuality during the violent beginnings of Australian history.
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Runa Simi Screening + Sing-Along
Scottish Documentary Institute is excited to present Runa Simi (2025), a powerful call to action for Indigenous representation and language justice.
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Sangstream Sings Songs of Land and Sea
Join Sangstream, an Edinburgh-based community choir, at the beautiful venue of St Cecilia’s Hall for an afternoon of folk song on Saturday 29th November!
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Santa Paws at Dobbies Edinburgh
Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Edinburgh!
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Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Livingston!
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Santa’s Grotto
This winter, discover the magic of Santa’s Grotto at Dynamic Earth! Meet Santa, then settle in for a storytelling session.
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Sara Barron: Slop (Work In Progress)
Sara has planned a series of high kicks, and then insults for your average-looking granny. A sense of "This hour is flying!!!" pervades from a woman who is unusually present and regularly wild.
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SKA Madness Tribute
An amazing tribute night to all the massive hits you know and love. Eat sing and dance with top class entertainment - all included in the ticket price!
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St Columba’s Hospice Care Ceilidh
Get your toes tapping and your kilts twirling at the St Columba’s Hospice Care Ceilidh with the Annasach Ceilidh Band on 29th November!
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Storytime Christmas Special
Join us at the Institut français d'Ecosse for a magical Christmas Storytime filled with festive tales and crafts on Saturday 29th November!
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Terrazzo Christmas Decorations - Eco-Resin Craft Workshop
Get into the festive spirit and join Polymorphics for a special workshop where you'll create beautiful terrazzo decorations that will sparkle throughout the holiday season.
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The Eric Liddell Community’s Annual Christmas Craft Fair
Get into the festive spirit at The Eric Liddell Community's much-loved Christmas Craft Fair on 29th November – a perfect day out for the whole family!
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The Vintage Explosion
Don't miss this chance to see viral sensations The Vintage Explosion, live at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 29th November 2025!
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Together in Song - A Celebration of Musicals
Join the Chapter House Singers for an evening of songs from the Musicals at St Vincent’s Chapel, Stockbridge on Saturday 29th November!
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Vive la France • Opera Festival •
Join Opera Caledonia for a day of concerts & events celebrating the vast variety of musical & dramatic styles of French opera, set in the stunning surroundings of the Institut français d’Écosse!
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Winter Open Studios
The artists and makers at Abbeymount Studios are once again opening their studio doors for the annual Winter Open Studios Weekend on 29th and 30th November.
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Winter Woodland with Prosecco Workshop
Join Suzanne Gibson when she returns to Birchwood for a winter drawing/painting workshop on Saturday 29th November!
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Workshop at Leith Theatre: Write & Perform with us
Bring your words, rhythm and ideas to Leith Theatre on Saturday 29th November and help shape stories that will feed into OILCAN, a new nationwide creative project.
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Advent Carol Service
Not ready for it to be Christmas yet? Then enter the season of Advent through a dramatic and awe-inspiring candlelight service at St Michael and All Saints on Sunday 30th November!
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Afternoon Tea with Santa
Bring your little elves into Tigerlily this Christmas for a delicious Afternoon Tea and the chance to meet Santa…
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Blazin’ Fiddles with Julie Fowlis
Scottish super group Blazin’ Fiddles return to the Usher Hall, Edinburgh on Sunday 30th November to celebrate St Andrew’s Night.
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Charity Fashion Sale
Join Volunteer Edinburgh on 30th November for a fabulous day of sustainable shopping, sweet treats, and community spirit at our fundraising fashion sale in aid of the Community Taskforce project!
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Connor Burns: GALLUS
Don't miss Gallus – the all-new comedy show from Connor Burns, Scotland's breakout international stand-up sensation, at The Royal Lyceum Edinburgh on 30th November!
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Die Hard Screening + Prosecco & Popcorn
Enjoy Die Hard, a Christmas classic with an extra treat! All tickets include a glass of Prosecco and a regular popcorn to indulge in as you watch.
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Family Christmas Bauble Workshop
Create your own Christmas Baubles using Patchwork Fabric Scraps at this family workshop held in Birchwood Art Studio on Sunday 30th November!
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Festive Nights @ Lost Shore
This December, step into a festive night out like no other for the Ultimate Shared Christmas Experience at Lost Shore Surf Resort!
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Festive Wreath-Making Classes
Join us for a festive afternoon at Rabble Edinburgh as you craft your own beautiful Christmas wreath under the expert guidance from the Edinburgh Craft Club.
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Holistic Ways Festival
The Holistic Ways Festival is back for 2025 and returns to Edinburgh Corn Exchange on Sunday 30th November!
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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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LGBTQ Tour for Waverley Care
To commemorate World AIDS Day, the Edinburgh Street Historians are doing our critically acclaimed LGBTQ walking tour for the benefit of Waverley Care on Sunday 30th November.
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Malala Yousafzai - Finding My Way Book Tour
Join the youngest-ever Nobel Peace Prize laureate and bestselling author Malala Yousafzai as she takes audiences through her deeply personal new memoir, Finding My Way.
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New Voices / Old Stories: Short Film Screening + Q&A
Join the Scottish Documentary Institute on 30th November for a special screening event of short documentaries that explore tradition, identity and community through the eyes of young Scots.
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St Andrew’s Day at the Tolbooth Tavern
Join us at the Tolbooth Tavern for an unforgettable evening of Scottish flavour, tradition and music in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town!
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St Andrews Day Ceilidh with Bahookie
Join us at the Ghillie Dhu for the ultimate St Andrews Day Celebration with Scotland’s No.1 Rock Ceilidh Band BAHOOKIE!
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Steel Sundays
The latest in our residency at the superb Steel Coulson sees new guest Startled Bee, plus the regulars. Expect the unexpected with solo slots, combinations, and the full band to close the show!
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Swing Into Christmas
Celebrate the festive season in style with the vocalists and instrumentalists of Down for the Count Concert Orchestra, as they Swing Into Christmas!
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The Little Children’s Market Scotland - West Lothian
The Little Children's Market Scotland comes to West Lothian on Sunday 30th November with amazing baby & children's preloved goodies up for grabs!
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The Sacred Art of Contemplative Writing
This workshop, at St Michael and All Saints on Sunday 30th November, is a gentle introduction to contemplative writing practices rooted in sacred tradition and is open to all.
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The Song Circle - 'Feeling Human’
The theme for the November session of The Song Circle is 'Feeling Human' with songs about humanity, emotion and connection.
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Visit Holyrood Distillery
Specially for Edinburgh residents, we have a limited amount of complimentary tickets for our guided Distillery Tour & Tasting. Join us and celebrate Scotland's national day with a dram or two!
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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:
Ladies (Only) Night
Join Whitecraigs Rugby Club on Friday 28th November for their Ladies (Only) Night featuring carefully selected stalls, fashion show from Rule 42, live music and a buffet!
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Eaglesham Christmas Lights Switch On
Please join the Eaglesham Fair team at the annual Christmas Light Switch On event on Sunday 30th November and help kick start the 2025 festive season!
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The Wee Christmas Fair
Join South Glasgow Church at Thorntree Hall on Saturday 29th November for their annual 'Wee Christmas Fair'!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Dreel Crafters
Dreel Crafters is a chance to grab a cuppa with some friendly faces and have a 'craft and a natter' with a bunch of beginners and more-experienced makers!
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Forgan’s Saturday Night Ceilidhs
Head to Forgan’s and experience one of our unforgettable Saturday night ceilidhs, just don’t forget your dancing shoes!
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East Neuk Knits: New Fife Festival celebrates the world of wool
Some familiar faces from the world of wool have announced a new festival celebrating traditional Scottish knitting, craft and heritage at Bowhouse Fife on 29th - 30th November!
READ MOREEvents in Glasgow
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Barranquismo
Barranquismo are a promising rock band hailing from North Ayrshire, for fans of The Beatles, Dire Straits and Funkadelic... They headline upstairs at Nice N Sleazy in on Saturday 29 November!
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Smells Like Nirvana UK
Smells Like Nirvana UK, the ultimate tribute to one of the greatest bands of all time, come to Glasgow's McChuills on Friday 28th November!
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Nature on Paper
Group exhibition, Nature on Paper, is a celebration of our natural world, with each work a unique view of what the artist finds inspiring!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Late Night Lanark & Illuminated Lanimer Parade
Late Night Lanark returns on Friday 28th November with the Lanimer Illuminated Parade, seasonal entertainment and late night opening in your favourite shops, cafes and eateries!
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Adult Workshop: Festive Willow Weaving
Led by artist and forager Max Johnson, choose from one or more workshops to make a willow wreath, willow star or willow reindeer and tree to take home.
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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!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Physio Led Antenatal Pilates
Grace Ferguson Pilates will launch an antenatal (pregnancy) Pilates class on Thursday evenings in Paisley at the lovely SANA Yoga & Massage from January 9th.
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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Braehead
Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Braehead, and this year it's even more magical!
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Paisley Abbey Lunchtime Concerts
Throughout the year Paisley Abbey hosts a varied programme of Lunchtime Concerts by local musicians, singers and choral groups.
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith
This exhibition showcases some of The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum’s remarkable art collection.
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Stirling Ghostwalk
Take a tour of the strange tales and stranger characters of Stirling's Old Town on the Stirling Ghostwalk... comedy, drama, fact and fable - fun for boys & ghouls of all ages!
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The Mini Guns
Get ready to rock with The Mini Guns at our monthly residency at Slanj-A-Va, Stirling.
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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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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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Scottish Maritime Museum Winter Market
Come down and explore over 80 stalls over three days in November at the Scottish Maritime Museum's Winter Market... shop local by exploring a variety of small business and handmade goods!
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FREE Brave New Spirits Whisky Tasting
Join Marcos from Brave New Spirits in-store at Geraldo's on Saturday 29th November to learn more about their Whisky collection and have a taste!
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Kilmarnock Christmas Festival
Kilmarnock's Christmas Festival is coming to town on Sunday 30th November! Mark the date in your diary as it promises to be festive treat for all the family.
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