(whalesong), at BrewDog DogHouse, is a sound play about the noises and voices in the oceans, created and performed by award-winning sound artist and technologist Xavier Velastín.
READ MOREThe Snug at Hotel du Vin Edinburgh will be showcasing Gillian Henshaw’s delightfully colourful and joyful paintings until 31st August. All paintings are available to purchase.
READ MOREFollow 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!
READ MOREABBA Odyssey are a standout act; featuring singers who produce the most authentic tribute to the iconic ABBA sound. Catch them at The Liquid Room on Friday 8th August!
READ MOREMoonlight Concerts return to the Edinburgh Fringe with a technological breakthrough in musical composition!
READ MOREMartin 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!
READ MOREAnatomy of Pain is beautifully crafted and deeply moving, an interdisciplinary performance must-see for anyone seeking to understand the human cost of systemic failings.
READ MOREThis summer, the largest ever indoor exhibition by Andy Goldsworthy will take over the National Galleries of Scotland in the heart of Edinburgh.
READ MOREAfter a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2024, Mythography return with their urgent and haunting production of Jean Anouilh’s Antigone!
READ MORECome and have fun in our family area in the Lower Ground Floor at the City Art Centre!
READ MOREOne of the world’s most celebrated improv shows EVER heads back to the Fringe for its 19th year with a brand new and as-yet unknown run of original, hilarious, and unpredictable one-off musicals!
READ MOREStep into the enchanted world of Broadway's classic - Disney's Beauty and The Beast at the Corn Exchange Haddington this August!
READ MOREReturning to the Fringe from Montréal acclaimed company, We All Fall Down Interdisciplinary Creations, presents Because You Never Asked in the intimate surroundings of Summerhall’s Main Hall.
READ MORE69 sketches in an hour! The UK's fastest sketch show returns to the Fringe for its sixth year, featuring new sketches for 2025!
READ MORELet’s celebrate Robert Burns with a real Hootenanny – a Scottish party of words, music and song!
READ MOREIndulge in the ultimate musical celebration of Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond as award-winning Pete Storm and Pete Sinclair come together to craft an extraordinary tribute show as part of the Fringe!
READ MOREUsing words, dance and song these two uncompromising performers offer us an alternative love story... don't miss Chunky Jewellery at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe!
READ MOREStep into a story steeped in centuries with Closes & Coffee, an exclusive immersive experience from The Real Mary King’s Close and The Lost Close.
READ MOREJoin Summerhall Distillery for an immersive cocktail masterclass at their historic venue, where the art of mixology meets the science of spirits!
READ MOREExploring 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.
READ MORESee behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
READ MOREDiscover some of the past fashions of the Palace with our costume at court drop-in sessions and take part in our dressing up activity!
READ MOREMarnina and Micah just got married, and except for some bed bugs, a judgy couples therapist and their wedding venue burning down, everything was pitch perfect.
READ MORELooking for something fun to do with the kids? Then come along to the Scottish Parliament for FREE arts and crafts sessions every day (except Sundays)!
READ MOREEnjoy 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!
READ MORELooking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
READ MOREHave fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
READ MOREOpen your heart and ears to love as award-winning concert pianist Matthew Shiel exposes the scandalous love affairs of the great composers at St Vincent's Chapel this August!
READ MOREAre 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!
READ MOREDogs Trust Dog School Edinburgh offer training classes for dogs at all stages of their lives, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment.
READ MORELearn how to work with eco resin, how to mix pigments, make terrazzo chips and turn them into a colourful pair or coasters for your home on this workshop run by Polymorphics on 8th August.
READ MOREThe Edinburgh Art Festival, the UK's largest festival of visual arts, returns to the capital from August 7th to 24th.
READ MOREJoin Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
READ MOREThe Edinburgh Fringe returns from 30th July to 25th August 2025 with artists and performers taking to hundreds of stages all over the city to present shows for every taste.
READ MOREJoin one of the Edinburgh Street Historians' highly skilled and experienced guides on an unforgettable walking tour all about the amazing women of our city's past 1000 years!
READ MOREThe Edinburgh International Festival returns from 1st to 24th August 2025 with live performance throughout the city.
READ MOREBudapest Festival Orchestra return to the Festival with a programme that celebrates their Hungarian heritage and showcases the vibrancy of music written for dance.
READ MOREExplore the musical love triangle between Clara Schumann, Robert Schumann and Johannes Brahms.
READ MORESet in Edinburgh, Make it Happen sees legendary actor Brian Cox return to the Scottish stage for the first time in a decade as Adam Smith, the ghost of fiscal past.
READ MOREBirth, life and death converge at the heart of this visually spectacular performance, as theatre collective FC Bergman seeks the truth about our place in the wider world.
READ MOREEdinburgh Steiner School is offering this Teacher Development course starting on 13th September.
READ MOREDescend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.
READ MOREFrom 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!
READ MOREFrank Sanazi storms back into Edinburgh to deliver his signature mix of darkly hilarious tunes and extreme comedy!
READ MOREFringe by the Sea, a 10-day multi arts festival in North Berwick, is back for 2025 from 1st-10th August.
READ MOREGarry Starr is back! The multi-award-winning, sartorially shy comic wunderkind returns to the Fringe with his acclaimed anarchic masterclass: Garry Starr: Classic Penguins!
READ MOREGooses Quizzes, Edinburgh’s premier quiz company, has announced the return of its popular show, The Elimination Game, to the Edinburgh Fringe 2025.
READ MOREInspired by ‘Interstellar,’ this show time-warps cinema history, intersplicing modern film music with silent cinematography with live music as we travel through cinema history!
READ MOREThis visual performance, created for children under 6 and their carers, combines multilingual storytelling (Scottish Gaelic, French, English), puppetry and original live music.
READ MOREFrom heroin to gambling, from alcohol to love, explore the history of addiction at Hooked, an exhibition at the Physicians' Gallery.
READ MOREThe solid gold, diamante-studded hit is back, bigger and more sparkly than ever in a run at the Fringe from 30 July – 24 August!
READ MOREThe unmissable smash-hit comedy hypnotist Matt Hale is back at the Fringe with a 90s party hypnoshow!
READ MOREBJÖRN bear needs your help! Help him track down some IKEA essentials, to help him get ready for a summer of FUN!
READ MOREIKEA Museum's Magical Patterns exhibition comes to Dovecot Studios, celebrating 60 years of innovative textile design.
READ MOREJoin The Lost Close for this Innovations & Inventions Tour and learn just how much Scotland has brought to the world!
READ MOREJessica Durand is (very bravely) staging her very own self-insert Downton Abbey fanfiction for a live audience as part of the Fringe Festival!
READ MOREJohn Bellany: A Life in Self-Portraiture captures the span of an extraordinary life and career, told through the lens of the artist’s own eyes and the words of the people who knew him best.
READ MOREBIG NEWS! This July and August, children aged 15 and under can explore Hopetoun House and Grounds absolutely FREE with a paying adult.
READ MORELed 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.
READ MORENobody Cares is a hilarious, heartfelt and sometimes brutally honest tribute to recovering ingenues, mothers, and anybody working on themselves.
READ MOREKnown for his high-profile sculptures, Scottish sculptor Kenny Hunter brings his contemporary works to The Fine Art Society in Edinburgh this summer.
READ MOREFrom emails and WhatsApps to handwritten notes, join Not Cricket Productions in exploring the bizarre, heartfelt and hilarious letters of lost love at The Royal Scots Club!
READ MOREThe Botanist hosts live music from Thursday to Sunday every week! From acoustic singles, duos, trios and full band, we have it all.
READ MORELola is a vibrant new dance musical fusing passionate contemporary flamenco with the rousing rhythms of Latin pop and jazz. Catch it at the EICC as part of the Fringe!
READ MOREThrough personal stories, photography and memorabilia, this exhibition at the National War Museum charts the creation and use of maps during the Second World War.
READ MOREFeaturing brand-new routines for 2025! You'll leave astounded at the speed of MC Hammersmith's brain, the spontaneity of his punchlines, and the stability of his upbringing.
READ MOREThis monthly untutored life drawing group at The Salisbury Centre gives men the opportunity to come along and draw a male Life model in a friendly, supportive drawing group.
READ MORECollective are delighted to presents the first solo exhibition in Scotland of visual and performance artist Mercedes Azpilicueta!
READ MOREA (nearly) solo show with live music, Midnight in Nashville is a raucous journey to Music City. Catch it as part of the Fringe Festival!
READ MORESee some of the rarest and most endangered primates on Earth in 'Monkeys: Our Primate Family' at the National Museum of Scotland.
READ MOREWelcome to the Monument-al Treasure Hunt in West Princes Street Gardens Edinburgh, a cultural & historical exploration for children & adults of all ages to enjoy.
READ MOREJourney through the life and work of these enigmatic artists back to the place when you first heard the remarkable sounds of David Bowie and Freddie Mercury.
READ MOREThe distinguished Moonlight Concerts series proudly returns to the Edinburgh Fringe in 2025, presenting virtuoso pianist Matthew Shiel in a sophisticated program of Beethoven's profound compositions.
READ MOREExpect mischievous puppets and brutally honest comedy with this Edinburgh Fringe debut from Melbourne based entertainer, educator and musician, Woody Clark!
READ MOREMUO is an immersive audiovisual installation by Lomond Campbell which makes use of muon detectors, sensing harmless radiation in the atmosphere.
READ MOREJoin Scottish artist and musician Lomond Campbell for a unique live performance of MUO, an audiovisual experience powered by the universe itself.
READ MOREDelve into the Museum of Childhood’s book collection and explore the links between wellbeing and nature introduced to us through books from an early age.
READ MORECome behind the scenes at your least favourite dating apps and meet the girl who's pulling the strings!
READ MOREPhil Green, one of the circuit’s most personable comedians, delves into the psyche of the middle-aged male and sets himself the simple task of guiding them into the world of self-help.
READ MOREAfter a sell-out run last year, Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon planetarium experience is back at the Fringe!
READ MOREJoin Grass Roots Remedies Co-operative at our herb farm in Lauriston Farm, North West Edunburgh for a slow, deep exploration of one plant ally each moon cycle.
READ MOREContinuing the creative spirit, Theatre Ronin recreates folklore and emotional landscapes. A practice of Zen awaits you!
READ MOREResistance explores how acts of resistance have shaped life in the UK, and the powerful role of photography in documenting and driving change.
READ MOREThis exhibition at The Palace of Holyroodhouse, charts the evolution of royal portrait photography from the 1920s to the present day!
READ MOREIn a landmark moment for the UAE comedy scene, Saaniya Abbas is set to become the first local comic to officially debut a solo show at the Edinburgh Fringe this August.
READ MORE101 Greenbank Crescent hides a fascinating garden on a steeply sloped site, with views over Braidburn Valley Park to the Pentland hills.
READ MOREHunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.
READ MOREThis 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.
READ MOREThe garden at Stobshiel House is effectively split into four main parts and the extensive collection of shrubs and mature trees offer a fantastic backdrop during all seasons.
READ MOREShamilton, one of the most popular shows at the festival is back after selling out its previous three years and accumulating a Fringe fan-base that has never been seen before.
READ MOREJoin us for Showtime at The Comedy Attic every Friday and Saturday for the best comedy this glorious city of Edinburgh has to offer!
READ MOREBack with an all female cast, Singin I'm No a Billy SHE'S a Tim will have you laughing and crying so hard, you'll be begging for full time!
READ MOREUnearth the twisted tales of Greyfriars Kirkyard and uncover Scotland's sinister past on this unique, 90 minute walking tour of Edinburgh’s atmospheric Old Town.
READ MORELooking 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!
READ MORESTARDUST is a Fringe debut from Punchdrunk’s Kat McGarr, in which we see Kat transform personal grief into something absurd, funny, and profound.
READ MOREUnlock your potential as Edinburgh Open Workshop announces a range of new summer courses suitable for first-time makers and those looking to improve their skills.
READ MOREAre you aged 10 to 18 and looking for a fun and imaginative music activity during the Summer Holiday? St Mary's Music School is hosting a Music Improvisation Short Course in August.
READ MOREThese week-long surf camps at Lost Shore Surf Resort are the perfect way for young surfers to build confidence, learn new skills, and fall in love with the surf.
READ MOREArnaud Askoy brings Chanson Francaise icon Jacques Brel to life at the Institut francais d'Ecosse a part of Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
READ MOREThe Lady Boys of Bangkok return to Edinburgh with a sensationally glamorous new show, a must-see new production for 2025 packed with fun filled comedy and outrageous cheekiness!
READ MOREA New York Times Critic's Pick! This is a marriage farce by Edward Einhorn about Stein and Toklas in which four actors play over 30 characters. Catch it at the Fringe!
READ MOREThe Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo returns from 1st to 23rd August 2025 with the show 'The Heroes Who Made Us'.
READ MOREIndulge in an unforgettable culinary journey that celebrates the essence of Scotland at Summerhall Distillery's Scottish Explorer events!
READ MOREEnjoy one of the most magical experiences at the Fringe as three expert magicians illustrate Lauriston Castle’s intriguing past with magic, illusions and sleight-of-hand!
READ MOREThe Sensational David Bowie Tribute Band, the UK's premier tribute to David Bowie, returns to La Belle Angele on Friday 8th August!
READ MOREStep into the world of speakeasies with Siobhan Sellers, whisky expert, as she takes us on a journey through the Prohibition era.
READ MOREDon't miss a fabulous night out for lovers of great music when The Unravelling Wilburys come to Reconnect Regal Theatre on 8th August!
READ MORECome join The Wild Outdoors for some fun this Summer, filled with excitement, learning and lifelong memories, perfect for energetic adventurers primary school aged!
READ MORECome join The Wild Outdoors for some fun this Summer, filled with excitement, learning and lifelong memories, perfect for energetic adventurers primary school aged!
READ MOREMarking the 400-year anniversary of King James’s death, this exhibition will chart his remarkable reign through stories of friendship, family, feuds and ambition.
READ MORETrainspotting Live returns to The Pleasance at EICC for the Edinburgh Fringe 2025! Early booking recommended!
READ MOREThe Real Mary Kings Close invites you to step beneath the Royal Mile and explore the shadowy secrets of the Old Town on a True Crime Tour. Dare to descend?
READ MOREVacuum Girl is a live presentation of a television pilot that follows a woman living through surreal dissociations in New York.
READ MOREFor the first time in Scotland, join beloved national treasures Wallace & Gromit for an unforgettable, interactive augmented reality experience this summer at Dynamic Earth.
READ MOREWell Behaved Women is a riotous new comedy-drama by Amy Yeo and you can catch it at the Gilded Balloon Patter House as part of the Edinburgh Fringe!
READ MOREMaking her debut from Melbourne Australia, let Robyn Reynolds PLUNGE you into a hilarious (and deeply personal) show at the Assembly Roxy this August.
READ MORETaste 4 deliciously different whiskies while taking a journey into the history of whisky in Scotland and its profound importance within Scottish culture.
READ MORETake your senses on a stellar adventure with Whisky Under the Stars, a one-of-a-kind tasting experience in Dynamic Earth’s awe-inspiring 360° Planetarium this August.
READ MOREJohn Wick. John Wick Chapter 2. John Wick Chapter 3. What do these movies have in common? Woody Fu has seen them. Now, he’s embodying the world’s favourite Canadian action star Keanu Reeves.
READ MOREThis family-friendly musical comedy blends interactive storytelling, bushland puppetry, and original Aussie songs in a high-energy show where kids (and playful grown-ups) become part of the action!
READ MOREThis 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.
READ MOREYour Art World is a colourful exhibition, showcasing the artwork of creative 3–18-year-olds from across Scotland, at the National Galleries of Scotland: National.
READ MOREJoin the Whitelee Rangers for a short health walk on the windfarm on Tuesday mornings - stretch your legs, have a natter and maybe even spot some local wildlife!
READ MOREFree, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!
READ MOREJoin Mearns Castle Golf Academy throughout the summer for their Kids Summer Golf Camps covering all aspects of golf including putting, chipping, pitching, irons and driving!
READ MOREEnjoy a day out at Kirklands, built in 1832, it has been the Hart family home for 45 years!
READ MOREDawson’s Garden is a small cottage garden, full of surprises and designed to please the senses all year round with colour, form and scent.
READ MOREAfter their mother commits suicide, two sisters end up living with their kind but peculiar aunt in their grandmother’s old house in a small 1950s town, this comedy-drama.
READ MOREGood Move Glasgow's Health Walks are easy, fun and free. What's more, with over 50 walks taking place each week, there's bound to be one near you!
READ MOREEnjoy a wee walk and a premium whisky tasting in a local pub with a fun, local guide and see a new side to the city on your trip with this small group tour with Walking Tours in Glasgow!
READ MOREKelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum holds delightful daily recitals by eminent local organists and visiting players!
READ MORECome hear the memories of local musicians, see costumes, photos and records through the decades or even just come for a boogie at the Everything Flows: Music in North Lanarkshire exhibition!
READ MOREThis summer Valley View at Goulding's joins forces with local company Stagecraft Entertainment to bring you two brand new family shows... Puss in Boots and Into The Woods!
READ MOREDiscover the benefits of sharing stories, songs and rhymes with babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers at Summerlee's weekly Bookbug sessions!
READ MOREExperience a fantastic farm animal safari from a purpose built 14 seater all weather trailer where you can enjoy the panoramic 360 degree views of this working farm in Kilmacolm!
READ MORELearn fashion design and illustration, take part in a themed fashion photo shoot and much more at The Fashion Class Highland Fling Summer Fashion Camp!
READ MOREJoin Renfrewshire Model Railway Club, Cupar Model Railway Club and Leven Valley Trains for the Micro Layouts Model Railway Show on Saturday 22nd March!
READ MORECome along to The PEAK, Stirling for three very different, but fun, weekly preschool sports activities!
READ MOREDust off your boots, grab your cowboy hats, and get ready for a night of boot-stompin’, hand-clappin’ good old-fashioned country fun with some Bingo thrown in at Bo'ness Town Hall on 8th August!
READ MOREThis exhibition showcases some of The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum’s remarkable art collection.
READ MOREStep into a world of dragons, magic and adventure at Kelburn Castle's School of Sorcery this August... if you're not quite ready to go back-to-school, you're sure to have a fabulous time at this one!
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