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Events in Edinburgh in November 2025

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Events in Edinburgh

Maps: Memories from the Second World War

9th March 2024 - 26th January 2026

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

13th July 2024 - 4th January 2026

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

25th October 2024 - 20th December 2025

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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New Monthly Veterans Cafe

Selected dates between 1st November 2024 - 30th December 2025

Connect with others who understand your background and have shared your life experiences at the monthly Veterans Cafe in the Gyle Shopping Centre.

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Escape the Past: The Anatomist

1st December 2024 - 20th November 2025

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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Leith Market

Selected dates between 1st December 2024 - 27th December 2025

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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Escape the Past: The Deacon’s Cabinet

12th December 2024 - 20th November 2025

From Escape The Past comes a new escape room 'The Deacon’s Cabinet', a historical heist escape room which challenges you to outsmart the infamous Deacon Brodie!

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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt

1st January 2025 - 24th December 2025

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!

1st January 2025 - 31st December 2026
Various Locations Edinburgh

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

1st January 2025 - 29th December 2025
Lasswade

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

Selected dates between 4th January 2025 - 20th December 2025

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

Selected dates between 4th January 2025 - 27th December 2025

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

Selected dates between 5th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

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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Free For All

Selected dates between 6th January 2025 - 15th December 2025

Free For All is back at Monkey Barrel - with a fresh new vibe! Full-on, no holds barred live comedy for anyone and everyone.

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Top Banana

Selected dates between 8th January 2025 - 17th December 2025

Catch the comedy stars of the future and pro comics trying out new material every Wednesday night at Monkey Barrel Comedy's 'Top Banana'!

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Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale

Selected dates between 12th January 2025 - 21st December 2025

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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Arthur’s Secrets

Selected dates between 14th January 2025 - 31st March 2026

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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Spandex Comedy

Selected dates between 14th January 2025 - 30th December 2025

Don't miss out on Spandex Comedy! Join us every Tuesday night for a top night of laughs featuring stand up comedians from across the country dropping in to liven up the start of your week!

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Monumental Treasure Hunt: West Princes Street Gardens

18th January 2025 - 27th November 2025

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

Selected dates between 24th January 2025 - 27th December 2025

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

Selected dates between 26th January 2025 - 30th November 2025

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!

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 19th December 2025

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

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 27th December 2025

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

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 20th December 2025

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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Portobello Health Walk

Selected dates between 10th February 2025 - 15th December 2025
Portobello

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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Guided Looking: An Artwork Audio Described

Selected dates between 20th February 2025 - 18th December 2025

Join Fiona Johnston, audio describer, as she describes various artwork and objects from the Royal Collection at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

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Ceilidh in Charteris Centre

Selected dates between 22nd February 2025 - 31st December 2025

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!

1st March 2025 - 20th December 2025

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

Selected dates between 1st March 2025 - 28th December 2025

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!

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Speak Japanese with Confidence – Join Our Japanese Chat Club!

1st March 2025 - 20th December 2025

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

6th March 2025 - 20th December 2026

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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Boards, Bags & Banter: Edinburgh’s Cornhole Social

Selected dates between 17th March 2025 - 29th December 2025

Join us at The Biscuit Factory on Mondays for a fun-filled night of tossing bags and making new friends, perfect for all skill levels!

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Makers Market at Lind & Lime

Selected dates between 29th March 2025 - 30th November 2025

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

31st March 2025 - 21st December 2025
Various Locations 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

1st April 2025 - 29th March 2026

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

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Introduction to Transmission Meditation - Edinburgh

Selected dates between 1st April 2025 - 25th November 2025

Transmission Meditation is a simple group meditation providing both a dynamic service to the world and powerful personal spiritual development.

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Makers Market at St Giles Cathedral

Selected dates between 3rd April 2025 - 27th November 2025

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

1st May 2025 - 23rd December 2025
Edinburgh South

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

17th May 2025 - 8th March 2026

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

30th May 2025 - 13th February 2026

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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A Trail of Burke & Hare

11th June 2025 - 20th November 2025
Edinburgh South

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, A Trail of Burke & Hare!

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Dear Library

20th June 2025 - 18th April 2026

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

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Resistance

21st June 2025 - 4th January 2026

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

25th June 2025 - 18th December 2025

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

Selected dates between 27th June 2025 - 28th November 2025

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

28th June 2025 - 30th November 2025

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

Selected dates between 6th July 2025 - 21st December 2025

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

9th July 2025 - 21st December 2025

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

12th July 2025 - 31st May 2026

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

18th July 2025 - 17th January 2026

IKEA Museum's Magical Patterns exhibition comes to Dovecot Studios, celebrating 60 years of innovative textile design.

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Karaoke

Selected dates between 23rd July 2025 - 17th December 2025

Looking for Karaoke? Then come along to the Black Rose Tavern in Rose Street every Wednesday!

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Rugby for Beginners

29th July 2025 - 28th April 2026

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

30th July 2025 - 24th August 2029

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

1st August 2025 - 30th August 2026

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

6th August 2025 - 20th December 2025

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

Selected dates between 15th August 2025 - 19th December 2025

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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Country Days

Selected dates between 23rd August 2025 - 22nd November 2025

Join us at Club Tropicana Edinburgh for an unforgettable day filled with the chart-topping tracks of Morgan Wallen, Dolly Parton, and many more!

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Out of the Blue Flea Market

Selected dates between 30th August 2025 - 28th November 2025

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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Red Raw

Selected dates between 1st September 2025 - 22nd December 2025

Red Raw, our long-running weekly beginner’s showcase is regarded as the best open mic night in the UK. It’s your chance to see the stars of tomorrow today.

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Scots Music Group Classes

2nd September 2025 - 26th November 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Join the Scots Music Group for their new session of classes in traditional music taking place on various dates and venues through September to November!

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Scottish Dance Classes for Children

6th September 2025 - 6th December 2025

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

Selected dates between 11th September 2025 - 11th December 2025

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

Selected dates between 12th September 2025 - 28th December 2025

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

13th September 2025 - 31st May 2026

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

Selected dates between 14th September 2025 - 15th February 2026

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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Beethoven Sonatas by Candlelight

Selected dates between 15th September 2025 - 13th July 2026

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional early evening piano recital at the beautiful candlelit venue of St Giles' Cathedral!

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Reconfigure Life Drawing at Summerhall

16th September 2025 - 17th December 2025

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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Choir Meetings

Selected dates between 17th September 2025 - 3rd December 2025

Join Southside Community Choir rehearsals on a Wednesday evening at Binks Hall in the Greyfriars Charteris Centre. Suitable for everyone, just come and sing with a friendly bunch of people!

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Making a Statement: Craft & Activism in Edinburgh

17th September 2025 - 26th January 2026

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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Royal Mile Chamber Music Series

Selected dates between 22nd September 2025 - 20th July 2026

The Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series returns to St Giles, Cathedral for its second season, following a widely acclaimed launch.

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Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Selected dates between 27th September 2025 - 22nd August 2026

Experience an enchanting piano recital bathed in the gentle glow of candlelight and set in the awe-inspiring beauty of St Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh.

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Mindfulness Based Wellbeing Retreat

Selected dates between 28th September 2025 - 29th March 2026

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

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Historical Georgian Dance Classes

Selected dates between 30th September 2025 - 9th December 2025

Join the Edinburgh Quadrille Society and learn dances from the Jane Austen / Bridgerton era at Institut français d'Écosse!

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Knit & Natter

Selected dates between 1st October 2025 - 26th December 2025

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

3rd October 2025 - 21st December 2025

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

4th October 2025 - 13th December 2025

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

6th October 2025 - 20th July 2026

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

Selected dates between 10th October 2025 - 19th December 2025

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

17th October 2025 - 1st March 2026

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

18th October 2025 - 19th April 2026

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

20th October 2025 - 14th February 2026

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

Selected dates between 23rd October 2025 - 26th February 2026

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

Selected dates between 23rd October 2025 - 18th December 2025

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

Selected dates between 23rd October 2025 - 27th November 2025

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

Selected dates between 24th October 2025 - 28th November 2025

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

24th October 2025 - 19th June 2026

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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Woolkind: Scottish knitwear brand retail residency

24th October 2025 - 23rd November 2025

Scottish knitwear brand Woolkind are taking up their first retail residency in the Shop with No Name, perfect timing to find Christmas gifts that will last a lifetime, or to treat yourself!

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Curiosity Club

Selected dates between 25th October 2025 - 29th November 2025

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

25th October 2025 - 27th December 2026

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

Selected dates between 26th October 2025 - 20th December 2025

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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From the Forest to the Forge: Lachlan Goudie

30th October 2025 - 22nd November 2025

This exhibition will, for the first time, bring together the complete range of works produced by Lachlan Goudie during his fifteen-year painting pilgrimage through Industrial Britain.

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PINK. Women of Italian Graphic Design. From the Origins to Contemporaneity

30th October 2025 - 12th December 2025

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

Selected dates between 31st October 2025 - 27th March 2026

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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Elfyn Lewis :: Galar

1st November 2025 - 26th November 2025

Though primarily abstract, these paintings by Elfin Lewis evoke memories of landscape, rich with atmosphere, shadows and light. Yet they also carry an internal, psychological atmosphere.

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Quilter Nations Series Hospitality

Selected dates between 1st November 2025 - 23rd November 2025

Watch Scotland take on USA, New Zealand, Argentina and Tonga in the 2025 Quilter Nations Series at Scottish Gas Murrayfield!

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Hot Comedy

Selected dates between 2nd November 2025 - 14th December 2025

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

4th November 2025 - 17th December 2025

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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Men’s Yoga Morning with Adam

Selected dates between 5th November 2025 - 17th December 2025

Yoga is a great way to start your day, and whether you are young, old, looking to get fit, this Wednesday class at Sonshine Hollistic in Livingston is suitable for all levels!

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Edinburgh Magic at The Caledonian

Selected dates between 6th November 2025 - 19th December 2025

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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The Comedy Show

Selected dates between 7th November 2025 - 20th December 2025

Enjoy a a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre at The Gilded Saloon.

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Elf School

Selected dates between 8th November 2025 - 23rd November 2025

This November, Elf School is coming to The Centre, Livingston – a magical (and slightly mischievous) experience where kids become honorary elves-in-training, with help from Santa’s own helpers.

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Exhibition: Silver, Salt and Stories - Images and Memories of the Scots Herring Women

8th November 2025 - 22nd November 2025

The exhibition by Jill de Fresnes is centred around filmed interviews with 12 Scottish women who worked as herring gutters from the 1920s through to the 1960s.

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Méabh Breathnach

8th November 2025 - 8th February 2026

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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Trivia Night

Selected dates between 9th November 2025 - 23rd November 2025

Join us at BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh for these fun Sunday Trivia nights to remember, hosted by Tom Futter!

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Introduction to 9D Breathwork

Selected dates between 10th November 2025 - 1st December 2025

If you’ve been curious about breathwork but unsure where to start, this 4-Week 9D Breathwork series is your chance to experience it for yourself.

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Tina - The Tina Turner Musical

11th November 2025 - 22nd November 2025

West End mega-hit Tina – The Tina Turner Musical, comes to Edinburgh Playhouse in November 2025 as part of its first ever UK & Ireland tour!

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Battle of the Bros: Drag King Competition

Selected dates between 12th November 2025 - 19th November 2025

Edinburgh's only all king show brings you a very exciting first - a competition at Leith Arches on 12th & 19th November!

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Edinburgh Zoo Giant Lanterns

14th November 2025 - 22nd February 2026

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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La bohème

14th November 2025 - 22nd November 2025

Puccini's La bohème stands as one of the world's most celebrated and frequently performed operas. Don't miss it at the Festival Theatre in November!

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Play and Chat - German Parent-and-Child Group

Selected dates between 14th November 2025 - 12th December 2025

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

15th November 2025 - 4th January 2026

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

15th November 2025 - 4th January 2026

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

15th November 2025 - 4th January 2026

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

15th November 2025 - 6th January 2026

The Atelier Gallery invites you to our Winter Show, showcasing works from many of our beloved artists.

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Winter Family Trail

15th November 2025 - 20th December 2025

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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Andy Irvine

17th November 2025

Andy Irvine is one of the great Irish singers, don't miss him live at the Traverse Theatre on Monday 17th November!

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Dominic Waxing Lyrical x Mr McFall’s Chamber

17th November 2025

For the first and last time, Dominic Waxing Lyrical present their highly acclaimed new album Diminuet and greatest hits performed with Mr McFall’s Chamber, and Ricky White (Oi Polloi).

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Fletchr Fletchr

17th November 2025

British four-piece, Fletchr Fletchr, head out on their headline tour with a date at Cabaret Voltaire on Monday 17th November!

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Headlock Vintage Clothing Sale

17th November 2025

The Headlock Vintage Clothing Sale is returning to Potterow, giving you the chance to browse thousands of vintage clothing items!

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Sham 69

17th November 2025

Catch English punk rock band Sham 69 when they play The Voodoo Rooms on Monday 17th November!

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The Last Dinner Party

17th November 2025

London five-piece The Last Dinner Party embark on a huge headline tour in support of their second album From The Pyre with a date at Edinburgh Corn Exchange on Monday 17th November!

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A Wheen o’ Wimmin: Singing Our Stories

18th November 2025

A Wheen o’ Wimmin present Singing Our Stories, featuring five celebrated Scots singers who’ve shared many a stage both great and small.

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Colin Hay

18th November 2025

Best known for his time with the GRAMMY-winning Men At Work, Colin Hay has since carved out a remarkable solo career with performances that are as moving as they are entertaining.

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I, The Worst of All

18th November 2025

CinemaAttic is proud to present two films by María Luisa Bemberg, presented at Edinburgh Filmhouse on 18th November, in collaboration with Cinema Rediscovered and Cinema Mentiré.

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Josef Akin

18th November 2025

Catch Josef Akin, a London based composer, producer and musician, when he plays Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Tuesday 18th November!

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Rioghnach Connolly & Honeyfeet

18th November 2025

Don't miss Rioghnach Connolly & Honeyfeet when they return to the Voodoo Rooms on Tuesday 18th November!

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Scottish Traditional Music Hall of Fame 20th Anniversary Celebration

18th November 2025

Join Hands Up for Trad on 18th November for an intimate celebration marking two decades of the Scottish Traditional Music Hall of Fame, with David Francis and Louis DeCarlo!

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Screening of Hannah Arendt

18th November 2025

Margarethe von Trotta’s Hannah Arendt is a powerful biopic about one of the most influential thinkers of the 20th century. Catch the screening at Institut français d'Ecosse on 18th November!

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that conversations event Edinburgh

18th November 2025

Join that conversations movement on Tuesday 18th November at August 21 Coffee House and deepen your connection with a friend, family member or partner!

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Art of Andalucia - Flamenco Dance

19th November 2025

Following the success of his first two productions, Daniel Martinez returns to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh with a new show that places flamenco dance at the forefront.

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Digital Scotland 2025

19th November 2025

Digital Scotland is Scotland’s largest digital transformation summit for public sector policy and technology leaders, taking place at Edinburgh International Conference Centre on 19th November.

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Elizabeth Davidson-Blythe & Daniel Quayle

19th November 2025

Elizabeth Davidson-Blythe & Daniel Quayle have forged a sound that is both dramatic and compelling and you can hear them when the play The Voodoo Rooms on Wednesday 19th November!

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Festive Terrazzo Mini Tray - Eco-resin Craft Workshop

19th November 2025

Join Polymorphics on 19th November for a magical workshop where you'll learn to craft a stunning mini tray using Eco-resin, just in time for the festive season!

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Film Screening: Cold Rush

19th November 2025

A true Scottish surfing experience is arriving to Lost Shore with the screening of Cold Rush, a 2004 classic, on Wednesday 19th November.

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Frankie And The Witch Fingers

19th November 2025

Frankie and the Witch Fingers have been a constant source of primordial groove for the better part of the last decade! Don't miss them live at The Mash House on Wednesday 19th November!

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Pentire

19th November 2025

Herefordshire-based indie band Pentire are set to continue making waves with their latest UK tour which will see them headline Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Wednesday 19th November!

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Queer East: On The Road 2025 in Edinburgh

19th November 2025 - 26th November 2025

Queer East: On the Road 2025 takes place in Edinburgh from 19th - 26th November at Cameo Picturehouse. Expect a boundary pushing line-up of features that explore the ever-evolving queer landscape.

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Sarah Roberts: Scary Movie 7 (WIP)

19th November 2025

Sarah Roberts is conceiving a new show and brings her Work in Progress to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 19th November!

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Six by Nico: The Nutcracker

19th November 2025 - 31st December 2025

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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Six by Nico: The Nutcracker

19th November 2025 - 31st December 2025

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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Stephen Venables: South Georgia: The Last Unclimbed Summits

19th November 2025

Stephen Venables has returned 11 times to the wild, sub-Antarctic island of South Georgia, a place as rich in history as it is brutal in climate.

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Tara Lily

19th November 2025

British-Bengali musician Tara Lily has a unique perspective on music and global culture and you can catch her at The Voodoo Room, Edinburgh on 19th November!

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Christmas at the Botanics

20th November 2025 - 30th December 2025

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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Cockburns of Leith Festive Wine & Spirits Tasting

20th November 2025

Cockburns of Leith is excited to announce that the Festive Wine & Spirit Tasting will return on Thursday 20th November at The Place Hotel!

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Edinburgh In Conversation: Colour, Craft & The Joy of Design

20th November 2025

Join Harvey Jones for an inspiring evening celebrating colour, craftsmanship, and creativity at our newly refreshed Edinburgh showroom on Thursday 20th November!

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Ice Skating

20th November 2025 - 4th January 2026
Edinburgh New Town

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

20th November 2025 - 4th January 2026
Edinburgh New Town

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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Emmanuel Sonubi: Life After Near Death

20th November 2025

Emmanuel Sonubi brings his hilarious and heartfelt new show, Life After Near Death, to The Stand Edinburgh on Thursday 20th November!

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Firewalk Fundraiser with Rock Trust

20th November 2025

On November 20th, join our Firewalk, challenge yourself to walk across a two-metre bed of red-hot embers and help us put an end to youth homelessness in Scotland with Rock Trust.

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Hays Community Hub Volunteer drop in

20th November 2025 - 20th November 2026

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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Hearth Fire Sessions

20th November 2025

Welcome to the Scottish Storytelling Centre's Hearth Fire Sessions with Dougie Mackay, Alastair Blain, Chandra Mather & Tim Porteus on Thursday 20th November!

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Helen Bauer: Bless Her

20th November 2025

Don't miss this brand new show from award-winning comedian Helen Bauer at Monkey Barrel comedy on Thursday 20th November!

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Luke Combs Tribute

20th November 2025

Nearly Combs, the Luke Combs Tribute show, has announced a show at Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Murrayfield on Thursday 20th November!

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Myths and Legends Tour

Selected dates between 20th November 2025 - 27th November 2025

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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Open Evening: Neurodivergent young people aged 16+

20th November 2025

An Open Evening is being held at Gate, a West Lothian-based wellbeing and skills development service supporting neurodivergent young people, as they transition from school to adult life.

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Philip Joseph Rae

20th November 2025

Philip Joseph Rae has announced a run of live shows in support of his new single Sway, don't miss him live at Leith Depot on Thursday 20th November!

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Simon & Oscar

20th November 2025

Simon & Oscar bring their intimate, acoustic set to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Thursday 20th November!

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Tide Lines

20th November 2025

Glasgow-based folk pop quartet Tide Lines return to Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Thursday November 20th!

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Wine & Seafood Tasting

20th November 2025

5 stunning seafood bites meet their perfect wine partners in this crisp, coastal-inspired tasting with Mara's resident wine expert, Poppy from Majestic Wines on 20th November.

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Benefits

21st November 2025

Benefits bring their Constant Noise Tour to Edinburgh's Sneaky Pete's on Friday 21st November!

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Bez In Conversation

21st November 2025

Bez is back with his 'In Conversation Tour - The Nine Lives of a Happy Monday' and brings it to La Belle Angele on Friday 21st November!

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Castle Of Light

21st November 2025 - 4th January 2026

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

21st November 2025 - 4th January 2026

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

21st November 2025 - 4th January 2026

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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Coca Cola Christmas Truck Tour Edinburgh

21st November 2025 - 22nd November 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Holidays are coming... the Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour returns for Christmas 2025, kicking off with two stops in Edinburgh!

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Santa’s Stories

21st November 2025 - 24th December 2025

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

21st November 2025 - 23rd December 2025

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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Fizz Feast

21st November 2025 - 22nd November 2025

It’s Scotland’s Sparkling Event of the Year and our 10th Birthday! Join us for a wonderful event and the best way to kick off the Festive Season!

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From Tyranny And The Colony Co-Headline Tour

21st November 2025

Scottish metalcore outfits, The Colony and From Tyranny, team up for this co-headline show in Edinburgh on 21st November. Support comes from Bleed The Fifth.

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Haunted Leith Ghost Walk

Selected dates between 21st November 2025 - 28th November 2025
Leith

Join North Edinburgh Nightmares this November on a hair-raising ghost walk through the historic back streets of Leith!

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Iron Ladies Film screening + Q&A

21st November 2025

IRON LADIS is the inspirational story of the iron-willed, working-class women who, during the 1984–85 Miners’ Strike, found themselves at the forefront of a battle against the British state.

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Just My Imagination - The Music Of The Temptations

21st November 2025

It has been 65 years since the formation of the most successful Motown group in history... and what better way to celebrate than with Just My Imagination – The Music of The Temptations!

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Moving to Portugal Show

21st November 2025

In response to a recent surge of interest from Scots now actively considering a new life abroad, the Moving to Portugal Show will make its Scottish debut in Edinburgh on Friday, 21st November 2025.

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New Moon Sound Bath Meditation

21st November 2025

Join Marcela Tršová at The Open Door Community Centre in Morningside to tap into living in balance with the cycle of the moon!

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Peter Cat - Starchamber Album Launch

21st November 2025

Art rock band PETER CAT bring their mesmerising new album 'Starchamber' into the world with a full band performance at Edinburgh's legendary Mash House on Friday 21st November!

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Polish Christmas Bauble Making

21st November 2025

Join artist Natalia Manczak for a Christmas bauble-making workshop at Dovecot on Friday 21st November!

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Rachmaninov by Candlelight

21st November 2025

Enjoy an exceptional classical concert by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral on Friday 21st November!

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Return of the Swallows: Susanna Orr Holland Album Launch

21st November 2025

Catch Susanna Orr Holland, an experimental world folk singer-songwriter, at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 21st November for the launch of her second album!

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RSNO 2025/26: Gershwin & Rachmaninov

21st November 2025

Classical meets jazz with Patrick Hahn, the Frank Dupree Trio and Scotland's National Orchestra.

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Screening of Paris Memories / Revoir Paris

21st November 2025

Join us at the Institut français d'Ecosse on Friday 21st November for this screening of Paris Memories!

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Sounds for the Soul: A Concert for MAP

21st November 2025

A fundraiser for Medical Aid for Palestinians, bringing a beautiful blend of sounds from the musical melting pot of Scotland that will speak of the universal needs for peace, love and humanity.

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The Wild Robot

21st November 2025

Join us at WHALE Arts on Friday 21st November for a free community screening of The Wild Robot, everyone welcome!

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The Winter Village at Fort Kinnaird

21st November 2025 - 28th December 2025

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

21st November 2025 - 4th January 2026
Various Locations Edinburgh

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

Selected dates between 21st November 2025 - 20th December 2025

Enjoy an exceptional classical concert by candlelight this Christmas in the beautiful setting of St Giles' Cathedral

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Zara Gladman is… Aileen: Cameron’s Gap Year Fundraiser

21st November 2025

Zara Gladman brings her acclaimed, sell-out debut Fringe show to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Friday 21st November!

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A History of Fashion – For Everyone

22nd November 2025

Travel through time with Dovecot Director Celia Joicey to learn how fashion influences how we dress, how we feel about ourselves and – significantly – how we look - aimed at everyone from 7+!

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A Wee Picture: new Edinburgh exhibition from Joe Hargan PAI PPAI RGI

22nd November 2025 - 7th December 2025

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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Adam Rowe & Friends

22nd November 2025 - 23rd November 2025

Adam Rowe will be doing 30-45 minutes of new material and maybe a bit of crowd work when he comes to The Stand Edinburgh on Sunday 23rd November!

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Belesama (Au plaisir des dames)

22nd November 2025

The Baroque Ménagerie - An exploration of animal and bird life in music from the 16th to the 18th centuries. To include music by Purcell, Monteverdi, Gibbons, Biber, Clérambault & Telemann.

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Bongo’s Bingo’s Christmas Cracker

Selected dates between 22nd November 2025 - 18th December 2025

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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Bruce Fummey - Scotland Made The World

22nd November 2025

Bruce Fummey, the comedian behind YouTube channel Scotland History Tours, returns with a new show. Expect laughs galore and quirky observations as Bruce explains how Scotland Made the World!

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Cabaret Murder - Danger at The Pitt

22nd November 2025

Welcome to a thrill-packed event featuring artistic circus and cabaret performances mixed with an interactive murder-mystery game at The Pitt on Saturday 22nd November!

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Christmas at The Chocolatarium

22nd November 2025 - 24th December 2025

Celebrate the magic of Christmas with indulgent, chocolate-filled fun and hands-on festive chocolate making at The Chocolatarium!

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Christmas Cards & Prosecco Workshop

22nd November 2025

Spend a relaxing day at Birchwood Art Studio getting organised for Christmas, designing and drawing your own unique Christmas cards for family and friends!

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Come & Try Orienteering at Blackford Hill

22nd November 2025

Edinburgh Southern Orienteering Club is holding a family-friendly, Come and Try Orienteering afternoon at Blackford Hill & The Hermitage at Braid on Saturday 22nd November.

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David Olusoga: A Gun Through Time

22nd November 2025

Join David Olusoga at the Assembly Rooms on Saturday 22nd November as he uncovers the story of three firearms that changed the world and the lives of our ancestors!

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Eat, Drink, Be Merry - Private Festive Party Night

22nd November 2025 - 2nd January 2026

Celebrate the season in style with an unforgettable night of festive fun at Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh!

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Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show

22nd November 2025 - 23rd November 2025

The Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show is a great way to get your hands on exciting, affordable artworks from some of Scotland’s finest artists.

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Family Ice Experience

22nd November 2025 - 21st December 2025
Edinburgh New Town

Step into The Ice Queen's Castle during our family-friendly sessions at The Polar Ice Bar.

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Festive Gold Leaf Bubble Trinket Dish - Eco-resin Craft Workshop

22nd November 2025

In this workshop run by Polymorphics, explore the world of sustainable resin by adding gold leaf to make a beautiful and festive bubble trinket dish!

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Harriet Dyer: Easily Distra...

22nd November 2025

Harriet Dyer presents a new blancmange of whimsy from her somewhat fizzy mind at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 22nd November!

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HelloArt Christmas Market

22nd November 2025

Get ready to step into a world of Christmas magic with HelloArt’s very first Christmas Market at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 22nd November!

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Just Like Heaven: Alt 80s Night

22nd November 2025

Step into the shadows of the 1980s underground and lose yourself in a night dedicated to the era’s most iconic alternative sounds at La Belle Angele on Saturday 22nd November!

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Laldie Ceilidh Deluxe featuring The Occasionals

22nd November 2025

Come along to a Laldie Ceilidh, it's at the heart of a great Saturday night, and this month we're dancing with live music from The Occasionals at the Assembly Roxy on 22nd November!

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Linlithgow Antique Vintage and Collectors Fair

22nd November 2025

Don't miss the Linlithgow Antique, Vintage and Collectors Fair with all proceeds going towards Linlithgow Heritage Trust!

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Michael Fullerton

22nd November 2025 - 1st March 2026

A major exhibition by Glasgow-born artist Michael Fullerton comes to the City Arts Centre!

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Mozart Concertos by Candlelight

22nd November 2025

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and special guests will perform a selection of Mozart's finest concertos in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral.

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Nouvelle Vague

22nd November 2025

Nouvelle Vague are on a worldwide tour in 2025, celebrating 21 years since the release of their seminal first album alongside the launch of their LP, with a date at The Queen's Hall in November!

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Old Town Ghost Walk

Selected dates between 22nd November 2025 - 29th November 2025
Edinburgh Old Town

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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Opera Highlights

22nd November 2025

Scottish Opera's much-loved Opera Highlights come to the Traverse Theatre on 22nd November, as they tour around Scotland with a brand-new show!

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Reggaeton Old School

22nd November 2025

Perreo UK presents 'Reggaeton Old School' with all the hits from your first reggaeton at The Liquid Room on 22nd November!

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STOP

22nd November 2025 - 20th December 2025

Encompassing the 16 Days of Activism Against GBV, STOP is an exhibition of artwork by women who have been affected directly or indirectly by gender-based violence.

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Talk and book signing with comics legend Bryan Talbot

22nd November 2025

Come along and meet British comics artist and writer Bryan Talbot at the Institut français d’Écosse on Saturday 22nd November.

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Tea Green Winter Market: National Galleries of Scotland: National

22nd November 2025 - 23rd November 2025

Join Tea Green for an unforgettable Winter Market at the National Galleries Scotland: National this November!

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Tea Green Winter Market: National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait

22nd November 2025 - 23rd November 2025

Join Tea Green for an unforgettable Winter Market at the National Galleries Scotland: Portrait on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd November!

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The Accidentals @ Music on the Mezzanine

22nd November 2025

The Accidentals, an Edinburgh based amateur classical guitar ensemble, have a wide-ranging repertoire and you can catch them at Edinburgh Central Library on Saturday 22nd November!

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The Edinburgh Sketcher at The King’s Gallery

22nd November 2025

Join Mark Kirkham, better known as the Edinburgh Sketcher, to explore Drawing the Italian Renaissance at The King’s Gallery, Edinburgh on 22nd November!

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The McDougalls: Winter Wonderland

22nd November 2025

Join The McDougalls, Scotland's favourite children's theatre company, at Reconnect Howden Park for a magical musical adventure in a snow-filled Winter Wonderland!

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The Work that Reconnects: Workshop with Chris Booth

22nd November 2025

To accompany the launch of Susanna Orr Holland’s new album Return of the Swallows, Chris Booth will offer a Work That Reconnects workshop.

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Unflirt

22nd November 2025

Unflirt, one of the UK’s most exciting rising artists, comes to Cabaret Voltaire on Saturday 22nd November!

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wrest

22nd November 2025

After selling out the iconic Barrowland Ballroom in Glasgow in 2024, wrest return to Edinburgh for their biggest headline show to date!

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Young Knives

22nd November 2025

Ever faithful to their manifesto, Young Knives have been turning out weirdly catchy records since the start of the millennium and you can catch them at The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 22 November!

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Afternoon Tea with Chiya & Chai - The History of Afternoon Tea

23rd November 2025

Enjoy a storytelling talk delivered during our traditional Afternoon Tea service in partnership with Chiya and Chai, on Sunday 23rd November at Marine North Berwick!

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Beaujolais Nouveau Lunch & Wine Tasting

23rd November 2025

Celebrate Beaujolais Nouveau with an intimate wine & tasting and 3-course lunch inspired by the French region at Mara Edinburgh on Sunday 23rd November.

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CupcakKe

23rd November 2025

Bold and outspoken Chicago rapper CupcakKe will headline La Belle Angele Edinburgh on Sunday 23th November!

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Edinburgh’s Magical Christmas

23rd November 2025

The Lauriston Christmas magic show is back! Witness startling magic and uplifting mystery, inspired by history and legends of the city of Edinburgh, in a lavish, historic setting.

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Festival Fabric Wreath Making Workshop

Selected dates between 23rd November 2025 - 13th December 2025

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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Hand Embroidery - Stitched Garden

23rd November 2025

Join Artisan Stitch, Scotland’s leading sewing school, for a joyful hand embroidery workshop for beginners on Sunday 23rd November!

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Hot Chocolate 5k & 10k

23rd November 2025

Join Blast Running for the Hot Chocolate 5K & 10K on Sunday 23rd November. We’ll be hitting the prom together and celebrating at the finish line with a well-deserved hot chocolate to warm you up!

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Iona Zajac & Robin Kester

23rd November 2025

Iona Zajac has announced a small UK co-headline run with Robin Kester including a date at The Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh on Sunday 23rd November!

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Light Night Concert

23rd November 2025

Celebrate the beginning of the Ross Bandstand’s festive programme with a joyful afternoon of music and magical entertainment!

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Pints! Pies! Prizes!

23rd November 2025

Come along to Vessel Bar on Sunday the 23rd November for an informal pub quiz to celebrate 12 years of Pilot brewery!

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Rachel Newton and Mairearad Green present Anna Bhán

23rd November 2025

Rachel and Mairearad, both well established and celebrated Scottish musicians, come together for an exciting new project to celebrate and remember their Great Great-Grandmother Anna Anna Bhán.

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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Edinburgh

23rd November 2025 - 24th December 2025

Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Edinburgh, and this year it's even more magical!

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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Livingston

23rd November 2025 - 24th December 2025

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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SCO 25/26: Carmina Gadelica

23rd November 2025

The SCO’s internationally renowned Wind Soloists join forces with some of Scotland’s most accomplished young players for a kaleidoscopic concert of wit and wild imagination!

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Six by Nico: A Hollywood Christmas

23rd November 2025 - 31st December 2025

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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Six by Nico: A Hollywood Christmas

23rd November 2025 - 31st December 2025

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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The Little Children’s Market Scotland - Edinburgh

23rd November 2025

The Little Children's Market Scotland is delighted to be making its West Edinburgh debut in Oriam, Heriot-Watt University on Sunday 23rd November!

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The Primitives

23rd November 2025

The Primitives are live at The Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh on Sunday 23rd November as part of their 40th anniversary tour!

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The Rifles

23rd November 2025

Catch British indie outfit The Rifles when they return to The Caves, Edinburgh on Sunday 23rd November!

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Urooj Ashfaq: How To Be A Baddie

23rd November 2025

Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Newcomer Urooj Ashfaq is back, but this time she’s different. Come along to Monkey Barrel Comedy in November to find out what’s happened…

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creative soundLAB: Music Networking and Showcase Event

24th November 2025

opera agency is delighted to announce the next creative soundLAB event will be taking place on Monday 24th November at Edinburgh Napier University's Bright Red Triangle Startup Studio!

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Dizzee Rascal

24th November 2025

British music icon and trailblazer Dizzee Rascal hits UK stages once again with the ‘We Want Bass Tour’, and brings it to Edinburgh Corn Exchange on Monday 24th November!

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Hello Again - Neil Diamond Songbook

24th November 2025

Join us at the Assembly Rooms for the world’s greatest celebration of the life and work of one of the best-selling singer-songwriters of all-time, Neil Diamond!

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Rat Pack - A Swingin’ Christmas At The Sands

24th November 2025

The stars of ‘The Rat Pack - Swingin’ at the Sands’ will be bringing the ultimate Christmas party to the Usher Hall on Monday 24th November!

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Retroskeptic

24th November 2025

Retroskeptic are celebrating the release of their first single 'They Won't Look Now' with their debut headline show on 24th of November at Leith Depot!

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Timothy Ridout & Federico Colli

24th November 2025

The brilliant young British viola player Timothy Ridout, partners with Federico Colli, a former winner of the Leeds Piano Competition, for this concert at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 24th November.

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Am I really home? A Journey Through the Literary Voices of Italian Scottish Women

25th November 2025

Through storytelling poetry and prose, four widely published Italian Scottish women writers will describe their diverse journeys of navigating, rooting and belonging.

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Am I really home? A Journey Through the Literary Voices of Italian Scottish Women

25th November 2025

Through storytelling, poetry and prose, four widely published Italian Scottish women writers will describe their diverse journeys of navigating, rooting and belonging.

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Castle Street Christmas Market

25th November 2025 - 22nd December 2025
Edinburgh New Town

Castle Street Christmas Market returns in 2025, providing everyone with something special to buy and enjoy.

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Christmas with Anton Du Beke

25th November 2025

Embark on a dazzling journey into a festive wonderland as Strictly's one and only Anton Du Beke brightens up your Christmas when he returns his show – Christmas with Anton Du Beke!

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Crafts for Christmas

25th November 2025 - 28th November 2025

Don't miss a great opportunity to purchase unique, hand-made gifts for Christmas and support a good cause - WaterAid!

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Film Screening: Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters

25th November 2025

Come along to watch a screening of Paul Schrader's 1985 biopic of Japan's Yukio Mishima, one of Japan's most interesting literary figures, at St Vincent's Chapel Edinburgh on 25th November.

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Gyle Winter Wonderland

25th November 2025 - 3rd January 2026

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)

25th November 2025 - 25th November 2026

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

25th November 2025 - 29th November 2025

Expect the unexpected as the acclaimed BBC TV series comes to life on stage at Edinburgh Playhouse in November!

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Lambrini Girls

25th November 2025

Brighton-based noise-punk duo Lambrini Girls show no signs of slowing down after a UK April headline tour in April. Don't miss them live at La Belle Angele on Tuesday 25 November!

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Learn to Knit Course

25th November 2025

Learn to Knit on this fun, four-week series of two-hour evening classes for complete beginners or those wanting a fresh start at Kathy's Knits!

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Small Business Bootcamp

25th November 2025

Introducing Digital Boost's Small Business Bootcamp - a day full of skill-building and networking in Edinburgh!

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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

25th November 2025 - 28th November 2025

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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Endless Cookie Scottish Premier

26th November 2025

Scottish Documentary Institute is delighted to present Endless Cookie (2025), a kooky animated documentary from Seth and Peter Scriver at Filmhouse on 26th November.

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It’s A Wonderful Life

26th November 2025 - 29th November 2025

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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MULCH

26th November 2025 - 30th November 2025

Featuring four talented, Edinburgh-based artists working across fine art, textiles and illustration, this inaugural exhibition at Leith Makers marks the beginning of an artist collective.

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Nora Brown with Stephanie Coleman

26th November 2025

Appalachian banjo and guitar player Nora Brown joins with award winning fiddler Stephanie Coleman for this event at the The Voodoo Rooms on 26th November!

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The Muppet Christmas Carol - Film with Live Orchestra

26th November 2025

Disney's The Muppet Christmas Carol is live in concert across the UK this winter, featuring its musical score performed live to the film! Don't miss it at the Usher Hall on November 26th!

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Winter Wreaths

26th November 2025

Join IKEA Edinburgh for a winter Wreath-Making workshop on Wednesday 26th November and craft a unique, festive wreath using seasonal materials and stylish accents!

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AI Translation Slam 2025: Beyond the Binary

27th November 2025

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

27th November 2025

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

27th November 2025

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

27th November 2025

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

27th November 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

27th November 2025 - 28th November 2025

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

27th November 2025

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

27th November 2025

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

27th November 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

27th November 2025

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

27th November 2025 - 24th December 2025

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

27th November 2025

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

27th November 2025 - 7th December 2025

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

27th November 2025

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

27th November 2025 - 1st December 2025

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

Selected dates between 27th November 2025 - 9th April 2026

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

27th November 2025

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

27th November 2025

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

27th November 2025

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!

28th November 2025

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

28th November 2025

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

28th November 2025

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

28th November 2025

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

28th November 2025 - 3rd January 2026

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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Divorce

28th November 2025

Don't miss Nottingham band Divorce when they headline La Belle Angele on Friday 28th November!

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Gathering of the Clans Presented By Lost Shore & 50th Celebration of Scottish Surfing

28th November 2025 - 29th November 2025

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

28th November 2025 - 30th November 2025

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

28th November 2025

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

28th November 2025 - 30th November 2025

King of the Scouts is a survivalist horror about climate change, parental abandonment, and Bear Grylls.

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Ladies Christmas Shopping Evening

28th November 2025

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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Marathon

28th November 2025

Known for their gripping live performances, don't miss Marathon when they play Legends Edinburgh on Friday 28th November!

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Mark Hearld Talks Tapestry

28th November 2025

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

Selected dates between 28th November 2025 - 20th December 2025

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

28th November 2025

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

28th November 2025 - 23rd December 2025

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

28th November 2025

Mozart's Great Mass in C minor is one of the mightiest and most moving of choral masterpieces!

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Snow White

28th November 2025 - 29th December 2025

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

28th November 2025 - 30th December 2025

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

Selected dates between 28th November 2025 - 19th December 2025

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

28th November 2025

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

28th November 2025

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

28th November 2025

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

28th November 2025 - 31st December 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

Selected dates between 28th November 2025 - 17th December 2025

Join our team of volunteers at St Cecilia's Hall for a FREE weekly tour of the collection!

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Westside Cowboy

28th November 2025

Manchester-based band Westside Cowboy will play Edinburgh's Cabaret Voltaire on Friday 28th November!

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WinterFest

28th November 2025 - 4th January 2026

Step into the magic of WinterFest and soak up the Christmas spirit at Dalkeith Country Park!

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&Gallery Annual Winter Exhibition

29th November 2025 - 20th December 2025

&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 At The Darts

29th November 2025 - 30th November 2025

A Night At The Darts returns to the Edinburgh Corn Exchange on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November, with viral darting superstar Luke 'The Nuke' Littler heading the bill!

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A Night with the Farmers Choir in aid of RHET

29th November 2025

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!

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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’

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025 - 4th January 2026

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

29th November 2025

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

Selected dates between 29th November 2025 - 23rd December 2025

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

29th November 2025 - 30th December 2025

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

29th November 2025 - 30th November 2025

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

29th November 2025 - 24th December 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 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

Selected dates between 29th November 2025 - 20th February 2026

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025 - 23rd December 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025 - 19th December 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025 - 7th December 2025
Leith

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

29th November 2025 - 30th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

The McDOOT trio is bringing new sounds to the Pianodrome in Granton on Saturday 29th November!

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Nervous Passenger & Honeythieves concert

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025 - 24th December 2025

Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Edinburgh!

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Santa Paws at Dobbies Livingston

29th November 2025 - 24th December 2025

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

29th November 2025 - 23rd December 2025

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)

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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 •

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025 - 30th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

29th November 2025

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

30th November 2025

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

Selected dates between 30th November 2025 - 21st December 2025

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

30th November 2025

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

30th November 2025

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

30th November 2025

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

30th November 2025

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

30th November 2025

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

Selected dates between 30th November 2025 - 12th December 2025

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

Selected dates between 30th November 2025 - 7th December 2025

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

30th November 2025

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

Selected dates between 30th November 2025 - 13th December 2026

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

30th November 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

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

30th November 2025

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

30th November 2025

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

30th November 2025

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

30th November 2025

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

30th November 2025

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

30th November 2025

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

30th November 2025

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

30th November 2025

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’

30th November 2025

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

30th November 2025

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:

BOOZéBRUNCH

BOOZéBRUNCH

30th November 2025

Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon at BoozéBrunch at The Redhurst Hotel! Expect a delicious brunch, flowing cocktails, and unbeatable vibes, all soundtracked by DJ Stevie Lennon & live sax!

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Eaglesham Parish Church Guild Christmas Cracker

Eaglesham Parish Church Guild Christmas Cracker

22nd November 2025

Come along and enjoy a wonderful Christmas themed morning in the Carswell Centre at the Eaglesham Parish Church Guild's annual Christmas Cracker!

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Eastwood Art Club

Eastwood Art Club

Selected dates between 11th September 2025 - 4th June 2026

Eastwood Art Club offers members the opportunity to meet and paint at their own level in a friendly and constructive atmosphere!

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Events in Fife

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Small Business Market

Small Business Market

28th March 2025 - 24th December 2025

Small Business Market is a monthly market based within Dunfermline's Kingsgate Shopping Centre featuring over 25 small businesses each month selling handmade crafts and more!

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Dreel Crafters

Dreel Crafters

Selected dates between 14th January 2025 - 18th December 2025

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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Winter Collective - Christmas Market

Winter Collective - Christmas Market

30th November 2025

Gather your friends and family for a day of shopping, eating & activities on Sunday 30th November. The perfect start to your festive celebrations!

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Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Lucky Strike Pub Quiz

Lucky Strike Pub Quiz

Selected dates between 24th June 2025 - 15th December 2025

Join Lucky Strike for their bi-weekly pub quiz, with a focus on general knowledge and music knowledge, it's perfect for both music lovers & experienced quizzers!

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St. Enoch Centre’s Santa’s Grotto

St. Enoch Centre’s Santa’s Grotto

Selected dates between 22nd November 2025 - 23rd December 2025

Santa will take a break from toy building for a few hours every Saturday and Sunday in the run up to Christmas to host a magical grotto at St. Enoch Centre!

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Wet Leg

Wet Leg

23rd November 2025 - 24th November 2025

Isle of Wight's indie rock group Wet Leg bring their latest tour, in support of their new album Moisturizer, to the O2 Academy Glasgow on Sunday 23rd and Monday 24th November!

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Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Jack and the Beanstalk

Jack and the Beanstalk

26th November 2025 - 7th December 2025

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture SCIO and New College Lanarkshire proudly present Jack and the Beanstalk at The Town House Hamilton this festive season!

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Jingle Bell Bash

Jingle Bell Bash

29th November 2025

A huge preloved sale and Christmas Market is coming to Wishaw on Saturday 29th November... get ready for the Jingle Bell Bash - brought to you by TGTT Market Events!

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Kilbryde Hospice Christmas Fayre

Kilbryde Hospice Christmas Fayre

29th November 2025

Join Kilbryde Hospice for their annual Christmas Fayre on Saturday 29th November and enjoy crafts, knitting, tombolas, raffles, plus a special visit from Santa!

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Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Christmas Cards at IKEA Glasgow

Christmas Cards at IKEA Glasgow

29th November 2025

Unleash your artistic spirit and craft beautiful, one-of-a-kind cards to share with family and friends, on this workshop at IKEA Glasgow!

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Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

Selected dates between 6th January 2025 - 20th December 2025

Free, fun and fantastic! Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions throughout the week!

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Abbeymill Christmas Market

Abbeymill Christmas Market

28th November 2025

Come along to Abbeymill Business Centre's annual Christmas Market in the iconic Mile End Mill on Friday 28th November!

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Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

A Blair Drummond Christmas

A Blair Drummond Christmas

29th November 2025 - 23rd December 2025

From the 29th of November to the 23rd of December, enjoy a full safari day out with all the animals you love – plus a sprinkle of festive magic at Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park!

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Weekly Yoga Classes

Weekly Yoga Classes

Selected dates between 27th October 2025 - 22nd December 2025

Enjoy gentle yoga to help you feel grounded, calm, and reconnected with Roz Yoga Lifestyle at these weekly classes in The Dunblane Centre!

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Beth Malcolm: Folkmosis

Beth Malcolm: Folkmosis

22nd November 2025

Beth Malcolm is a singer-songwriter who performs a mix of traditional, modern and her own original Scots songs. Catch her at the Tolbooth Stirling on Saturday 22nd November!

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Events in Other Areas

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Selected dates between 5th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

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

Largs Market

Selected dates between 1st March 2025 - 20th December 2025

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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Highlight Talks

Highlight Talks

Selected dates between 8th October 2025 - 24th June 2026

On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!

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Book Week Scotland

Book Week Scotland

17th November 2025 - 23rd November 2025
Nationwide

Book Week Scotland is an annual celebration of books and reading that takes place across Scotland, the 2025 festival will be held between between the 17th and 23rd November!

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FREE Lindores Whisky In-Store Tasting

FREE Lindores Whisky In-Store Tasting

21st November 2025

As a pre-Christmas treat, Geraldo's are delighted to welcome John from Lindores Abbey for a free in-store tasting of some of their finest single malts!

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The Ayrshire Hospice Baubles & Bubbly Afternoon

The Ayrshire Hospice Baubles & Bubbly Afternoon

21st November 2025

Throw on your sparkliest outfit and prepare yourself for a fabulous afternoon of entertainment with the one and only Miss Sasha Blaze at The Ayrshire Hospice Baubles & Bubbly Afternoon!

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FREE Two Towns Down Beer Tasting

FREE Two Towns Down Beer Tasting

22nd November 2025

Geraldo's are delighted to welcome the award-winning beers from Two Towns Down Brewery to our shelves and to their barrel-top for an in-store tasting!

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Luisa Hendry: The Geology of Scotland

Luisa Hendry: The Geology of Scotland

26th November 2025

Geologist Luisa Hendry spends her time sharing this world in an understandable way through social media platforms and her geology tour company.

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Scottish Maritime Museum Winter Market

Scottish Maritime Museum Winter Market

28th November 2025 - 30th November 2025

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

FREE Brave New Spirits Whisky Tasting

29th November 2025

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 Christmas Festival

30th November 2025
Kilmarnock

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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Popular Events

Panto 2025: Jack and the Beanstalk
Join Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young for the GIANT of a pantomime we've all BEAN waiting for!
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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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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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