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Events in Edinburgh on 25 November 2023

View all the upcoming events in Edinburgh on the 25 November 2023 below, or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.

Events in Edinburgh

100 Species Exhibition

13th October 2023 - 15th January 2024

The Firth of Forth is teeming with life and the '100 Species Exhibition' celebrates it's vast biodiversity.

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A Walk into Town: Exhibition of photographs by James Carter

12th November 2023 - 17th December 2023

The Art & Craft Collective is delighted to present an exhibition of photographs by Collectivist James Carter, showing from Sunday 12th November.

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Arthur’s Secrets

1st September 2023 - 26th March 2024

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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asweetsea – Liza Sylvestre

21st October 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Liza Sylvestre's first solo exhibition in Scotland, asweetsea, explores what it means to communicate. Catch it at Collective Edinburgh from 21st October!

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Ben Lund-Conlon: Lies, Damned Lies & Buffy the Vampire Slayer

25th November 2023

Join Ben Lund-Conlon for this comedy show about death, Buffy, and statistical analysis at The Banshee Labyrinth on 25th November!

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Bongo’s Bingo Edinburgh

Selected dates between 18th November 2023 - 3rd February 2024

Bongo’s Bingo, the UK’s original bingo rave phenomenon, is back in Edinburgh at the O2 Academy!

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Boozy Brushes Street Art Paint Party

Selected dates between 8th October 2023 - 29th November 2023

Boozy Brushes run unique and experimental events for people of all artistic abilities and we have a variety of themed events that can suit everyone in the family.

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Cab-arette Showtour

Selected dates between 19th May 2023 - 31st December 2023
Various Locations Edinburgh

A unique comedy musical Showtour in a taxi... be driven around Edinburgh, whilst entertained by Lola and her variety of characters!

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Cards for Good Causes

16th October 2023 - 18th December 2023

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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Castle Of Light

24th November 2023 - 3rd January 2024

Prepare to see the jewel in Edinburgh's skyline sparkle and glisten in brilliant colour this festive season as Castle of Light is back for its fourth year!

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Castle Street Christmas Market

25th November 2023 - 22nd December 2023
Edinburgh New Town

Castle Street Christmas Market returns in 2023, providing everyone with something special to buy and enjoy. Not to be missed!

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Chichester Psalms / Misa Criolla

25th November 2023

The Scottish Chamber Choir invites you to a concert of music which embraces the visceral and the serene, the joyful and the hopeful at Old Saint Paul's Episcopal Church on 25th November!

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Christmas at Dalkeith Country Park

25th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

A truly magical Christmas awaits you at Dalkeith Country Park. Our programme of festive events is bursting with fun and plenty of Christmas sparkle.

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Christmas at the Botanics

16th November 2023 - 30th December 2023

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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Christmas Craft Fair at The Eric Liddell Community

25th November 2023

The Eric Liddell Community is excited to announce that it will be hosting the annual Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday 25th of November.

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Christmas Market - East Princes Street Gardens

17th November 2023 - 2nd January 2024

The Christmas Market returns to East Princes St Gardens showcasing the best in artisanal festive products and goods from local makers.

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Christmas Pop-up Shop

6th November 2023 - 23rd December 2023

The Art & Craft Collective is delighted to introduce our first Christmas Pop-up shop, providing a wider selection of handmade Christmas goods!

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Christmas Tree Decorations - Eco Resin Craft Workshop

Selected dates between 25th November 2023 - 9th December 2023

In this special Christmas workshop you will learn how to work with eco resin, mix pigments and turn it into set of six decorations for your Christmas tree!

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Classical Creativity Festival

25th November 2023 - 3rd December 2023
Various Locations Edinburgh

Join Àirigh Productions for a creative week of classical music-making in collaboration with an international collective of artists and musicians!

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Coca Cola Christmas Truck Tour Edinburgh

25th November 2023

Holidays are coming... come and get your photo taken with the iconic Coca Cola Christmas Truck when it visits Fort Kinnaird, Edinburgh on Saturday 25th November!

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Cocktail Hour with Joelle Taylor

25th November 2023

Ready for a festival Saturday cocktail? We can't think of better company for it than the legendary Joelle Taylor!

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Craigies Santa Adventure

25th November 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Experience the enchantment of Christmas like never before at Craigies’ Santa Adventure!

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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2023 - 31st December 2024
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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Daring Women of Edinburgh - Walking Tour

1st October 2023 - 6th January 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

With all the statues of men in Edinburgh, you may be wondering who are the amazing women who made this city. Come see on our daring walking tour!

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Daring Women of Edinburgh Night Tour

10th November 2023 - 6th January 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Following on the success of the Daring Women of Edinburgh daytime tour, this walking tour at night gives you a unique insight into some of the daring women in Edinburgh's history.

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Darren Woodhead - Wildlife Art Exhibition

20th November 2023 - 14th January 2024

Our new exhibition at the SOC in Aberlady, presents watercolours by Darren Woodhead, inspired by the wildlife and landscapes of Scotland, and East Lothian in particular.

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Dashing Dachshund Christmas Tour - Edinburgh

25th November 2023

Pup Up Cafe is back at Coffee Saints on 25th November to host a Christmas Edition for all of your dachshunds in Edinburgh!

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Deep Rooted

18th November 2023 - 25th February 2024

'Deep Rooted' is a group exhibition featuring work by eight contemporary artists exploring the relationship between people and the natural environment using a variety of media and approaches.

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Definitely Oasis

25th November 2023

The worlds best Oasis tribute band, Definitely Oasis, return to Edinburgh on Saturday 25th November!

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Dinosaurs!

1st April 2022 - 31st March 2024

Immerse yourself in our walk-through exhibition included in your Edinburgh Zoo ticket and see prehistoric beasts come to life around you!

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Dizraeli | Animal Noises

25th November 2023

Rapper, songwriter and raconteur Dizraeli brings his new book Animal Noises to the Push the Boat Out stage.

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Double Bill: Jane Clarke & Patrick James Errington

25th November 2023

A double bill from two page poets at the top of their game - Award-winning Scottish-Canadian poet and translator, Patrick James Errington and acclaimed Irish poet Jane Clarke.

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Double Bill: Kim Moore & Iona Lee

25th November 2023

To tell your story is to create it. In this double bill, Kim Moore and Iona Lee both share poems and lyrical essays firmly written from the female gaze.

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Double Bill: Majorie Lotfi & K Patrick

25th November 2023

Two stunning debut collections meditating on beginnings and rebirths from Majorie Lotfi & K Patrick.

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Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation

Selected dates between 1st April 2023 - 30th December 2023

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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Drama Classes for Children and Young People in Central Edinburgh

14th August 2023 - 23rd June 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Parents, do you want to help your child grow their confidence and make new friends in a fun and creative way? The Blossom Theatre Project drama classes are the perfect way to do this.

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Dumpling Poetry

25th November 2023

Part cooking-class, part-poetry reading, Dumpling Poetry promises a delicious afternoon of tasty morsels for the ears and taste buds.

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Eala Shàilein / The Swan of Salen

20th April 2023 - 20th April 2029
Broxburn

Swan of Salen is A Multimedia Folk Ballet inspired by Tchaikovsky’s iconic Swan Lake and the parallel Gaelic legend, Eala Shàilein. Catch it at Ecclesmachan & Threemiletown Village Hall in April!

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EBA Social Badminton

11th April 2023 - 20th December 2023
Various Locations Edinburgh

Looking to play badminton? Join us for our weekly social badminton sessions, perfect for adult beginner and intermediate players.

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Ed Night: Rise And Smile

25th November 2023

Crazy talented comedian Ed Night is on his debut tour with an hour of new stand up about different topics and subjects and bring it to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 25th November!

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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs

1st September 2023 - 22nd December 2023

Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs for their Friday Ceilidhs held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.

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Edinburgh Baroque Ball

25th November 2023

Come and join Bach for an unforgettable afternoon of dancing, live music, history and community spirit at the Edinburgh Baroque Ball on Saturday 25th November!

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Edinburgh Car Boot Sale Market

Selected dates between 1st March 2023 - 17th December 2023

Come and join us at Edinburgh Car Boot Sale Market for some bargains and for sellers to have a clearout!

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Edinburgh Cheese Crawl

25th February 2023 - 30th December 2023
Various Locations Edinburgh

Calling all curd nerds and turophiles – yep there’s a word for your love of cheese – Edinburgh’s finest cheeses are being wrapped up into one 2 hour walking tour!

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Edinburgh Magic with Kevin Quantum

Selected dates between 25th November 2023 - 20th December 2023

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; Waldorf Astoria - The Caledonian!

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Edinburgh Opera Company Seeking New Singers For Carmen

20th November 2023 - 18th August 2024

Aria Alba is looking for new members to join our exciting production of Georges Bizet's Carmen at the Edinburgh Fringe in August 2024.

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Embroidered Christmas Decoration Workshop

25th November 2023
Dunbar

Enjoy a relaxed festive evening crafting a double sided embroidered Christmas decoration with Amy from Greentree Crafts on Saturday 25th November!

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Exhibition : Charlotte Roseberry - WYRMS

28th October 2023 - 25th November 2023

'WYRMS' is a solo exhibition by abstract painter Charlotte Roseberry and it's showing in Detail Framing & Gallery from 28th October!

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Exhibition ‘Elegy for Autumn’

16th November 2023 - 20th December 2023

'Elegy for Autumn' at Birch Tree Gallery, brings together two artists - Glynnis Carter with mixed media paintings on canvas and Hanna Salomonsson with new ceramic vessels.

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Exhibition: Picture Hooks Emerging Illustrators

4th November 2023 - 3rd December 2023

Rediscover the magic of picture book illustration at the Picture Hooks exhibition in the Scottish Storytelling Centre from 4th November!

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Exploring Special Connection - Creative experience for Two

Selected dates between 5th August 2023 - 31st December 2023

This 2.5 hour 2:1 interactive workshop provides the Two of You with a unique opportunity to use an art-making process as a way to connect with your special being on a deeper level.

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Fair Saturday Ceilidh House

25th November 2023

Join us for a relaxed evening of dancing, music, stories and friendship presented in the traditional Scottish ceilidh style, to celebrate Fair Saturday and the forthcoming St. Andrew's Day!

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Find Your Wild

Selected dates between 18th November 2023 - 9th December 2023
Various Locations Edinburgh

Come find your wildness in Edinburgh! - A series of unique outdoor workshops in Edinburgh guiding you on connection with your deep intuition, wild creativity and your tribe on Saturday afternoons.

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Five Sisters Zoo Christmas Illuminations

17th November 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Don't miss the spectacular Christmas Illuminations, back for another year at the Five Sisters Zoo!

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Forest Bathing Walk - Vogrie Country Park

25th November 2023

The walk is a quiet, gentle and mindful experience where you are invited to slow down to the pace of nature and appreciate small moments of beauty and wonder that often pass us by.

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French Fair

25th November 2023

Come along to the French Fair at the Institut français d’Écosse on Saturday 25th November and discover the many talents among the French community in Scotland!

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Friday Friends

6th October 2023 - 7th June 2024

Our Friday Friends programme offers a welcoming space for visually impaired and D/deaf children and their families.

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Gaelic Across the Atlantic

25th November 2023
Online Event Edinburgh

Tune in to hear Catrìona NicÌomhair Parsons and Beth Freiden read and discuss ideas of home and place, language and identity with Peter Mackay.

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Glitterfest 2023

Selected dates between 25th November 2023 - 31st December 2023

Glitterfest is back for 2023! Celebrate Christmas in style with Edinburgh’s favourite breakfast host Boogie!

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Go Quest Adventures - Edinburgh

1st January 2022 - 31st December 2023

The Edinburgh Quest is a fun, engaging way to explore the Old Town/Royal Mile area of Edinburgh from a whole different perspective. Think walking tour, meets treasure hunt with an escape room twist!

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Hamish Hawk Solo Show

25th November 2023

Enjoy Hamish Hawk's rich, poetic imagery, storytelling songs and velvety vocals at Push The Boat Out Festival, with support from Iona Zajac!

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Hello Again... A Tribute to Neil Diamond

25th November 2023

Join us 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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Hellripper & Coffin Mulch

25th November 2023

Don't miss Hellripper & Coffin Mulch at Legends Edinburgh on Saturday 25th November!

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Historical Walking Tour Edinburgh

1st October 2023 - 26th November 2023
Edinburgh Old Town

Historical Walking Tour Edinburgh offers the opportunity to explore the medieval soul of Edinburgh and immerse yourself in its atmospheric and historic charm.

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Hopetoun Christmas Shopping Fair

24th November 2023 - 26th November 2023

Enjoy a wonderful festive shopping experience when the annual Christmas Shopping Fair returns to Hopetoun House from 24th to 26th November!

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Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair

24th November 2023 - 26th November 2023

Enjoy a wonderful festive shopping experience when the annual Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair returns from 24th to 26th November!

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If You’ve Seen It, You Haven’t Seen It: An Exhibition of Poetry and Photography by Ellen Renton

24th November 2023 - 26th November 2023

Artist Ellen Renton explores photography from a visually impaired perspective, cultural notions of sight, and failures of image descriptions.

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Islander Handbag Workshop

25th October 2022 - 31st December 2023
Edinburgh Old Town

Come along and create your very own Islander Harris Tweed® Handbag, choose your favourite colours and get creative as you construct all the different components!

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Jacob Olah@Music on the Mezzanine

25th November 2023

Come along to the mezzanine at Central Library as we welcome the young Baritone Jacob Olah, in one of his first solo recitals, on Saturday 25th November!

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Joan Doerr :: Into the Light

4th November 2023 - 29th November 2023

&Gallery is delighted to welcome back Joan Doerr this November with 'Into the Light, her second solo exhibition with the gallery!

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John – Thomas Abercromby

21st October 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Part of Collective’s Satellites Programme, Thomas Abercromby’s ‘John’ is a moving image work that explores the intricate ties between family, grief and the multifaceted layers of social class.

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Launch Event - little living room issue nine: the intimacy issue

25th November 2023

Bring your mates and your dates for this launch event celebrating intimacy in all its forms at the Fruitmarket Edinburgh on 25th November!

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Legends of Chicago Blues - Chicago Blues Trio

25th November 2023

True blues fans won’t want to miss the Chicago Blues Trio of Oscar Wilson, Jimi Primetime Smith and Bob Corritore at The Pleasance Edinburgh on 25th November!

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Linlithgow Antique Vintage and Collectors Fair

25th November 2023

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

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Moody Monday Textile Printing Workshops

20th February 2023 - 31st December 2023

1:1 sessions are now available with all of our existing courses on short taster or longer masterclass courses at a time that suits you or your group.

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National Museum of Flight Conservation Hangar Tours

8th April 2023 - 31st March 2024

See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the National Museum of Flight's Conservation Hangar with these free guided tours.

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Northern Lights: Postcards from Norway

1st April 2023 - 1st April 2024
Online Event Edinburgh

Northern Lights: Postcards from Norway is an online exhibition by Edinburgh artist Jill Ashforth!

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Nzira Yeparuware: A path upon a rock

28th September 2023 - 30th November 2023

Nzira Yeparuware is an artwork exhibition at Edinburgh Castle which has been created by artist Tanatsei Gambura and focusses on discussions linked to Empire and Scotland’s built environment.

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Out of the Blue Flea Market

Selected dates between 28th October 2023 - 30th December 2023

Browse 45+ stalls packed with pre-loved items. Come on down and find just what you never knew you needed!

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Past Meets Present: Recent Acquisitions Revealed

25th November 2023 - 8th April 2024

Past Meets Present: Recent Acquisitions Revealed unveils a selection of treasures that have joined the collection in the past five years.

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Personal PhotoShoot Experience

1st November 2023 - 1st November 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Join professional local photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh's Old Town for your Personal PhotoShoot Experience! It's a fun outdoor experience perfect for couples, families and solo travelers alike.

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Photography Tuition in Edinburgh’s Old Town

1st November 2023 - 1st November 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Learn to use your camera in one of the most beautiful cities in the world from a working photographer and film maker! Perfect for solo travellers, couples and families.

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Play Pretend

24th November 2023 - 25th November 2023

Framework Theatre is excited to present the world premiere of Play Pretend by Katie Fraser.

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Poetry for the Many with Jeremy Corbyn and Len McCluskey

25th November 2023

In this special event, Jeremy Corbyn and Len McCluskey come together to share poems from their new co-edited anthology Poetry for the Many and talk about the process of bringing it together.

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Poetry Jam with Leyla Josephine and band

25th November 2023

Want to try out your poetry in conversation with music? This event - part open mic, part jam session - gives you the opportunity to do just that!

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Preparing for your first open mic

25th November 2023

Ready to take the stage? Join Rock the Boat for this hands-on workshop for aspiring open mic performers!

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Print / Card / Gift Letterpress Workshop

25th November 2023 - 26th November 2023
Edinburgh West

Learn how to set and print wood or metal type to create your own unique handcrafted cards and tags on this typochondriacs workshop at Outer Spaces!

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Printmaking Classes in Portobello, Edinburgh

29th September 2023 - 15th December 2023

Check out these Lino Printing Classes run by Little Axe on Fridays at Bellfield Community Centre, Portobello from September through to December!

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Push the Boat Out presents: Film Screening and Panel Talk Your Local Arena: Hair

25th November 2023

Delve into the BBC archives with a screening of pioneering Arena documentary Hair. After the screening there will be a talk on all things 'hair' and its importance past, present and future.

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Raeburn’s Edinburgh

2nd June 2023 - 26th November 2023

This exhibition at The Georgian House marks the 200th Anniversary of the Scottish painter Henry Raeburn’s death by mapping his life and times in Edinburgh through the people he painted.

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Red Bean Poetry Takeover

25th November 2023

Red Bean Poetry shines a light on the work of East Asian diaspora poetry throughout the UK and beyond.

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Rethinking

25th November 2023

In this poetry workshop with poet Cath Drake, we will ask what meaningful Progress in the Anthropocene could look like?

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Rising Tide: Art and Environment in Oceania

12th August 2023 - 14th April 2024

Delve into the most important and pressing issue of our time, humanity’s damaging relationship with planet Earth.

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Ross Noble - Jibber Jabber Jamboree

25th November 2023

Join Ross Noble at the Usher Hall on Saturday 25th November for 'Jibber Jabber Jamboree', his 21st solo stand-up tour!

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Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Antiquaries Exhibition

9th November 2023 - 1st October 2024

Historic Environment Scotland Archives acquired the Rosslyn Album in 2021 and this exhibition presents images from the archive collections relating to Rosslyn Chapel and the contents of the album.

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RSCDS Scottish Dance Classes for Children (P1 and above) - Saturday mornings

2nd September 2023 - 9th December 2023

Help your child discover the dances and enjoy the music which Scots have been enjoying for generations with the first 2 classes free!

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RSCDS Scottish dance classes for Young Dancers (P5 and above) -Saturday mornings

2nd September 2023 - 9th December 2023

The RSCDS has a new class starting on Saturday 2nd September. Aimed at P5 and above we hope this class will allow young dancers to continue dancing as they head towards High School.

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RUMBLE 3.0

25th November 2023

Conundrummers present RUMBLE vol. 3, featuring Edinburgh based legends The Kryss Talmeth Experience and Auld Spells at Cabaret Voltaire on 25th November!

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Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Edinburgh

Selected dates between 25th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

Join us at Dobbies Edinburgh for a fun festive event where you will enjoy breakfast for the whole family with fun activities, plus a special visit from Santa!

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Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Livingston

Selected dates between 25th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

Join us at Dobbies Livingston and enjoy breakfast for the whole family with fun activities, plus a special visit from Santa!

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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Edinburgh

23rd November 2023 - 24th December 2023

Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Edinburgh for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!

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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Livingston

25th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

Let your little ones experience our Santa’s Grotto, including a special gift from Santa himself at Dobbies Livingston!

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Saturday Late Night Guestlist

Selected dates between 2nd September 2023 - 25th November 2023

Make the most of your next night out and join us on Saturdays at Revolution Edinburg for immaculate vibes, cocktails & music all night.

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Saturday Night Live

Selected dates between 11th November 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Join us for live music in our LIVE room from 10pm every Saturday, the perfect atmosphere for a sing a long!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House

11th January 2023 - 13th December 2023
Various Locations East Lothian

The garden at Stobshiel House is effectively split into four main parts and The extensive collection of shrubs and mature trees offer a fantastic backdrop during all seasons.

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Scottish Folk Music Workshop

25th November 2023

Join professional folk singer, Joss Cameron and learn how to sing a Scots song, a ballad, and learn the history behind the song.

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Scottish Landscape Photographer of the Year Exhibition

31st January 2023 - 31st December 2023

The Scottish Landscape Photographer of the Year Exhibition features almost 200 images from 100 photographers and is on display at Bonnie & Wild throughout 2023.

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Scottish Women Artists: 250 Years of Challenging Perception

28th July 2023 - 6th January 2024

The world renowned Dovecot Studios is celebrating the works of Scottish women artists across 250 years in a major new exhibition.

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Segway Events - Edinburgh, Vogrie Country Park

Selected dates between 10th March 2023 - 25th November 2023

Segway Events is coming to Vogrie Country Park Edinburgh on selected dates in 2023. Book your experience now!

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Shifting Vistas: 250 Years of Scottish Landscape

24th June 2023 - 2nd June 2024

250 Years of Scottish Landscape spans artistic production from 18th century to present day, with a selection of historic and contemporary artworks drawn from City Art Centre’s permanent collection.

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SI-FAN - Debut Genre Short Film Festival

25th November 2023

SI-FAN is an exciting and genre-bending film festival coming to Grassmarket Community Centre on 25th November!

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Songwriters Circle

25th November 2023

Three hugely talented lyricists, Hamish Hawk, Karine Polwart and Inua Ellams, come together to offer rare insights into the processes behind creating a song.

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Spit it Out Takeover

25th November 2023

Spit It Out takes over PTBO for an afternoon of powerful poetry and spoken word from Jj Fadaka, Bobby Sayers, Éadaoín Lynch, Inga Dale and Ravideep Kaur.

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St Cecilia’s Big Celebration Day 2023

25th November 2023

Don't miss this annual celebration of the eclectic music-making that goes on across Edinburgh all-year round at St Cecilia's Hall on 25th November!

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Such A Sweet Death?

25th November 2023

Join our cast, Edinburgh Living History, for this Murder Mystery played out against the back-drop of the atmospheric period rooms at Lauriston Castle!

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The Beatles Marathon UK - 10 local bands, 100+ Beatles hits

25th November 2023

This Saturday 25th November, head to Assembly Roxy for The Beatles Marathon UK. Enjoy over 100 Beatles hits performed by 10 local bands, all in the name of charity.

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The Big Show

Selected dates between 6th January 2023 - 10th December 2023

Enjoy a night of top stand-up Comedy at The Big Show every weekend at Monkey Barrel Comedy Edinburgh!

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The Ghost Bus Tour Edinburgh

1st October 2023 - 26th November 2023
Various Locations Edinburgh

The Ghost Bus Tour Edinburgh offers a thrilling and chilling experience of Edinburgh's dark history and hauntings.

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The Late Show @ The Comedy Attic

Selected dates between 30th June 2023 - 31st December 2024

Join us in the wee hours in The Comedy Attic in Edinburgh, where every weekend we deliver nights packed full of unadulterated comedy mayhem!

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The Other Show

Selected dates between 13th May 2023 - 9th December 2023

From the utterly sublime to the unapologetically ridiculous, Monkey Barrel Comedy presents a night of comedy at the cliff's edge of surreal humour.

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The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan

25th November 2023 - 31st December 2023

Join Peter Pan as he sets sail on a brand-new adventure for Christmas 2023 at the Festival Theatre, with pantomime favourites Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young!

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The Rezillos

25th November 2023

The Rezillos are on UK tour in 2023 with a date at La Belle Angele on Saturday 25th November!

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The Saturday Show

Selected dates between 7th January 2023 - 9th December 2023

The Edinburgh Stand's fabulous flagship Saturday show has been sold out every week for the past five years!

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The Scottish Landscape Awards

4th November 2023 - 3rd March 2024

The City Art Centre is thrilled to host the inaugural exhibition of Scotland’s newest open call in contemporary art - The Scottish Landscape Awards.

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The Seven Hills Chorus Winter Concert

25th November 2023

The Seven Hills Chorus would like to invite you to enjoy an evening of stunning choral music at our winter concert in St Anne’s Church, Corstorphine on Saturday 25th November!

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The Snow Queen

23rd November 2023 - 1st January 2024

The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh is delighted to present a brand new adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's The Snow Queen for Christmas 2023.

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Time Traveller: Charles Lyell at Work

27th October 2023 - 30th March 2024
Edinburgh South

This exhibition in Edinburgh University's Main Library provides a unique insight into geologist and science writer Charles Lyell's developing ideas about the uniformity of nature.

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Who Cares?

25th November 2023

A writing workshop particularly aimed at care-givers, the care-experienced, those working in the caring industries and indeed anyone keen to explore their relationship with others.

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Wielding the Green Knife: Poetry Weekend with Feral Angels

25th November 2023 - 26th November 2023

Join Tom Hirons and Rozi Hilton for a weekend intensive in the territory of poetry with its blazing head in the cosmos and its feet in the muck and murk of this world.

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Wild Women of Edinburgh - Yes We Can Garden!

12th November 2023 - 7th January 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

This is a different kind of garden walking tour - an inspiring look at Edinburgh's history of women in gardening.

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Windrush Legacy Creative Reflections

2nd September 2023 - 28th January 2024

Scottish Caribbean writers Jeda Pearl and Courtney Stoddart are co-curating an exhibition of poetry, prose and artworks by people of Caribbean descent.

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Writing Workshop with Meena Kandasamy

25th November 2023
Online Event Edinburgh

An incredible chance to experience an online writing workshop with one of the world’s most exciting radical thinkers, Indian poet, novelist and activist Meena Kandasamy.

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Events in East Renfrewshire

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Greenbank Christmas Fayre

Greenbank Christmas Fayre

25th November 2023

Head along to Greenbank Parish Church, Clarkston on Saturday 25th November for their annual Christmas Fayre which has something for everyone!

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St Clare’s Christmas Fayre

St Clare’s Christmas Fayre

25th November 2023

All friends and family are welcome to come along to St Clare's Christmas Fayre in Newton Mearns on Saturday 25th November... it promises to be a fun festive day out!

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Giffnock Primary School Christmas Fayre

Giffnock Primary School Christmas Fayre

25th November 2023

Enjoy a family day out with loads of attractions for kids and grown-ups alike at the annual Giffnock Primary School Christmas Fayre on Saturday 25th November!

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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:

Kirkcaldy Boot and Mart

Kirkcaldy Boot and Mart

Selected dates between 14th January 2023 - 24th December 2023

Kirkcaldy Boot and Mart, indoor and outdoor every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday... all welcome!

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Herbal Immune Support

Herbal Immune Support

25th November 2023

Join local herbalist Rosy at Falkland Community Hall on 25th November to discover herbal remedies to support your immune system this Autumn and Winter!

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Brunch with Santa

Brunch with Santa

25th November 2023

Join the Anstruther RNLI for a Brunch with Santa at the lifeboat station on Saturday 25th November!

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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:

Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Milngavie

Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Milngavie

Selected dates between 25th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast or tea with Santa at Dobbies Milngavie!

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Mind Waves Community Fundraiser

Mind Waves Community Fundraiser

25th November 2023

Mind Waves are hosting a Community Fundraiser featuring musical acts, spoken word performances, a raffle and a selection of homemade cakes, at The Dream Machine on Saturday 25th November!

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Glasgow City Chambers Illuminated

Glasgow City Chambers Illuminated

20th November 2023 - 2nd January 2024

Visit George Square this winter and experience Glasgow City Chambers like never before as a state-of-the-art lighting and projection show repeats through the evening!

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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:

Christmas at New Lanark

Christmas at New Lanark

24th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

The New Lanark Christmas Experience is back and bigger than ever featuring Santa's Grotto, Christmas Markets and their brand new outdoor ice rink!

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Snow White and the Magic Mirror

Snow White and the Magic Mirror

22nd November 2023 - 2nd December 2023

Come along to boo the baddies, cheer the goodies, and have panto-tastic fun for all the family when East Kilbride Rep Theatre Club bring Snow White and the Magic Mirror to the Village Theatre!

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Outdoor Ice Rink

Outdoor Ice Rink

Selected dates between 24th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

From Friday 24th November, you'll be able to skate through the festive season at New Lanark World Heritage Site's brand new Outdoor Ice Rink!

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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:

Autumn Super Spotter Scavenger Hunt

Autumn Super Spotter Scavenger Hunt

1st November 2023 - 30th November 2023

Are you a super wildlife spotter? Pop into the visitor centre at RSPB Lochwinnoch to collect your goodie bag and take part in this fun challenge for kids of all ages!

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Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Braehead

Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Braehead

Selected dates between 25th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

Make it a Christmas to remember and see your child's eyes light up as they tuck into breakfast with Santa at Dobbies Braehead!

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Quarriers Christmas Fayre

Quarriers Christmas Fayre

25th November 2023

Get into the Festive Spirit and come join in the fun at the annual Quarriers Christmas Fayre in Kilmacolm Community Centre on Saturday 25th 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:

Santa’s Woodland Experience

Santa’s Woodland Experience

25th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

Santa's Woodland Experience returns to the woodland at North Ballochruin from November 25th right up until Christmas Eve!

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Scottish Autism Art Opportunities Exhibition

Scottish Autism Art Opportunities Exhibition

13th November 2023 - 1st December 2023

Made in Stirling is exhibiting and selling some of the Art Opportunities artwork, so come along and support a good cause!

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Our Changing Landscape: How the weather shapes Scotland

Our Changing Landscape: How the weather shapes Scotland

18th November 2023 - 14th January 2024

This exhibition looks at the history of weather in Scotland, exploring how the weather has shaped both the landscape and the people, and what the future might hold.

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Events in Other Areas

Dundee Hooley

Dundee Hooley

25th November 2023
City of Dundee

The Dundee Hooley, celebrating St Andrew's day, will take place on Saturday 25th November... come along and take part with family and friends for a fun night to remember!

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FREE Isle of Bute Gin Tasting

FREE Isle of Bute Gin Tasting

25th November 2023

If you've not tried the award-winning gins from the magical Isle of Bute, then this free tasting event at Geraldo's is your chance to do just that!

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Largs Market

Largs Market

Selected dates between 4th March 2023 - 23rd December 2023

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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