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Events in Edinburgh on 03 September 2024

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Events in Edinburgh

Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path

11th May 2024 - 6th October 2024

The forthcoming exhibition Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path aims to bring this talented artist back to public attention.

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An Irish Impressionist | Lavery on Location

27th July 2024 - 27th October 2024

Indulge your wanderlust when you visit this solo exhibition of paintings by the renowned Belfast born artist, Sir John Lavery!

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Art Classes for Adults and Kids

13th May 2024 - 20th December 2024

Join Livia for these fun, informal, chilled and small painting classes for adult and kids at Cramond Kirk Hall.

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Arthur’s Secrets

16th April 2024 - 26th September 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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‘Hope’ is the Thing with Feathers

5th August 2024 - 15th September 2024

This art exhibition, organised by the Scottish Ornithologists Club in collaboration with Visual Arts Scotland (VAS), presents work by 34 artists inspired by birds.

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Ben Elton - Authentic Stupidity

3rd September 2024

Ben Elton, the undisputed godfather of modern stand-up, is going back on the road with his new show – Authentic Stupidity and brings it to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh in September!

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Cab-arette Showtour

1st May 2024 - 31st December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Enjoy 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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Candice Brathwaite: Manifesto - CANCELLED

3rd September 2024

Join us at the Assembly Rooms for an inspiring evening with critically-acclaimed Sunday Times bestselling author, advocate, journalist and TV presenter Candice Brathwaite!

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Castle Street Market

1st April 2024 - 13th October 2024
Edinburgh New Town

Held in brightly coloured gazebos in the heart of central Edinburgh, Castle Street Market is filled with top quality products and has something to satisfy every taste!

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Chris Ofili: The Caged Bird’s Song

28th June 2024 - 5th October 2024

The Caged Bird’s Song, Dovecot Studios' major tapestry with Chris Ofili, returns to Scotland in Summer 2024.

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Cold War Scotland

13th July 2024 - 26th January 2025

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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Conservation Hangar Talks

1st August 2024 - 30th March 2025

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

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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2024 - 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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Daily Tours at St Giles’ Cathedral

10th December 2023 - 1st December 2024

Join a volunteer guide for a 45 min to 1 hour glimpse into the history, heraldry and life of our historic Cathedral and Thistle Chapel!

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Daring & Delicious - Private Walking Tour

18th July 2024 - 27th October 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Come to wander through the secret alleyways of old Edinburgh - come to listen, come to share your own daring stories. This private tour is unmissable!

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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs

19th January 2024 - 20th December 2024

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 Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends

15th August 2024 - 26th October 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Dive into Edinburgh's darker corners on a thrilling 2-hour walk exploring the city's most bone-chilling legends.

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Edinburgh Food Tour

11th May 2024 - 29th November 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Eat and drink your way through Scotland’s history and culture on a carefully curated wander through the cobbled streets and historic alleys of Edinburgh.

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Edinburgh Rising from the Ashes: 200 Years of the Scottish Fire Service

3rd May 2024 - 22nd September 2024

Journey through two centuries of firefighting legacy with our special exhibition created in partnership with the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage.

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Eric Liddell: Legacy of an Olympic Legend

25th July 2024 - 12th September 2024

This exhibition offers a unique opportunity for visitors to explore the life and legacy of Eric Liddell, nicknamed ‘the Flying Scotsman’.

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Escape the Past: The Anatomist

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2024

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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Exhibition: Singing in Big Spaces by Fiona McDonald

31st August 2024 - 29th September 2024

This series of artwork by Fiona McDonald forms part of the Accessible Book and Story Festival.

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Flower Festival at Duddingston Kirk

1st September 2024 - 7th September 2024

A Flower Festival celebrating 900 years of worship at Duddingston Kirk is taking place the first week in September, featuring the people associated with "A' Jock Tamson's Bairns".

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Free Jewellery Valuations

Selected dates between 11th July 2024 - 1st October 2024

Come along and meet our Head of Jewellery at Lyon & Turnbull to find out if you have a future auction highlight in your jewellery box!

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Free Watch Valuations

Selected dates between 2nd July 2024 - 1st October 2024

Looking to find out the value of your watch? Then make an appointment to meet Lyon & Turnbull's Head of Watches, Charles Tearle, for a no-obligation valuation!

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Game On

29th June 2024 - 3rd November 2024

Get set for Game On - the largest interactive exhibition of the history and the culture of video games.

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Introduction to Transmission Meditation - Edinburgh

Selected dates between 11th February 2024 - 3rd December 2024

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

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Live music at Bar 13

30th November 2023 - 30th November 2024

Join us early evening at Bar 13 for live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with Rory & The Island!

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Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Drop-in

1st July 2024 - 23rd December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Every week at various Libraries, trained Macmillan Volunteers offer a friendly listening ear to anyone affected by cancer, including those with a cancer diagnosis, as well as family and friends.

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Maps: Memories from the Second World War

9th March 2024 - 26th January 2025

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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Meili Li & Dunedin Consort: an evening of baroque greats

3rd September 2024

Join us for this evening of Baroque musical delights at St Cecilia's Hall on 3rd September with Meili Li and the Dunedin Consort!

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Moyna Flannigan: Space Shuffle

28th June 2024 - 15th September 2024

In our 40th year, Collective is delighted to welcome back renowned Scottish artist, and early committee member Moyna Flannigan to present an exhibition of new work.

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Nature Photography Workshop

Selected dates between 8th April 2024 - 4th October 2024

Join renowned professional photographer Laurie Campbell for these Nature Photography Workshops at Edinburgh Zoo!

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Once Upon a Time: A History of Children and Young People’s Nursing exhibition

27th June 2024 - 24th October 2024

This exhibition at the Royal College of Nursing explores the history of children and young people's nursing from the first children's hospitals in the 1800s to the development of family-centred care.

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Pedal 4 Poverty

1st August 2024 - 31st October 2024
Nationwide

Wherever you are and whatever the distance, join EMMS International in their cycling challenge this August, September and October!

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Pedal Power: Cycling and Activism in Edinburgh

27th April 2024 - 22nd September 2024

This exhibition at Museum of Edinburgh has been created by groups in Edinburgh who are campaigning to make our city a safe place for cycling.

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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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Plasticine Cowboy

2nd August 2024 - 28th September 2024

Meet ‘Plasticine Cowboy’, a new exhibition and comic created by Out of the Blueprint’s latest artist-in-residence, Jack Stamp during his residency in summer of 2024.

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Ramsay & Edinburgh Fashion

7th June 2024 - 24th November 2024

A collection of Allan Ramsay’s portraits of women from NTS properties are brought together at the Georgian House for the first time.

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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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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst

1st April 2024 - 30th September 2024
Edinburgh South

Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House

3rd April 2024 - 25th September 2024
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 Geology Festival

1st September 2024 - 6th October 2024
Nationwide

Learn about the incredible stories hidden within Scotland's rocks when the Scottish Geology Festival returns for 2024 between September 1st and October 6th!

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Summer Salon

1st August 2024 - 28th September 2024

Join us at Detail Framing & Gallery in viewing over 50 artists' work as part of our Summer Salon exhibition!

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Tania Kovats: SEAMARKS

27th July 2024 - 2nd November 2024

Tania Kovats’ ongoing series SEAMARKS, multiple seascapes captured in brushstrokes, drawings and ceramic, is being expanded with the creation of a new tapestry by Dovecot Studios.

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Tapestry 5: Time & Place

26th July 2024 - 7th September 2024

Tapestry 5 bring their new show of small format, woven tapestries to Edinburgh’s Dovecot, featuring work from five, Scottish based weavers.

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Terror Walking Tour

12th August 2024 - 26th October 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Dare you join Auld Reekie Tours on a spine-chilling adventure beneath Edinburgh's streets?

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The Outlander 1 Day Experience

15th August 2024 - 26th October 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Embark on an epic adventure to the iconic backdrops of the beloved series Outlander on this 1 Day experience!

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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland

30th March 2024 - 30th April 2025

The National Library of Scotland's permanent exhibition provides a unique insight into Scotland’s history, culture and people and its place in the world.

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Watches Valuation Day

Selected dates between 3rd September 2024 - 26th November 2024

Make an appointment with Bonhams Senior Watch Specialist Sarah Fergusson for a free valuation on any watches that you may be considering selling, including wrist and pocket watches.

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Where the Woods Got Heavy: Jude Brothers, Dylan Earl, and Gravedancer

3rd September 2024

Get ready to cozy up at Leith Arches on Tuesday 3rd September for a night of acoustic magic, straight from the heart of Arkansas!

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Sponsored Links

Edinburgh Cocktail Week
Escape The Past
Makers Market The Lothians
ACME Comic Con
Great Run Company
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Hilton Glasgow

Events in East Renfrewshire

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

The Community Hub Barrhead: Sewing Circle

The Community Hub Barrhead: Sewing Circle

Selected dates between 26th August 2024 - 29th October 2024

Whether you're an expert or just trying it for the first time, come along and join in at The Community Hub Barrhead's regular Sewing Circle!

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The Community Hub Barrhead: Citizens Advice - Older Peoples Project Drop-in

The Community Hub Barrhead: Citizens Advice - Older Peoples Project Drop-in

Selected dates between 3rd September 2024 - 24th September 2024

Are you at retirement age? Are you aware of the benefits that may be available to you? Pop along to The Community Hub Barrhead where Sarah is on hand to help.

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Cycle September in East Renfrewshire

Cycle September in East Renfrewshire

1st September 2024 - 30th September 2024

Cycle September is a fun, free, and friendly biking challenge for you, your friends and co-workers... you can ride anywhere, anytime in September to participate!

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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:

Hello, I’m Johnny Cash

Hello, I’m Johnny Cash

3rd September 2024 - 2nd October 2024

Enjoy a fantastic exhibition about the special connection between Johnny Cash and the UK in the Adam Smith Theatre reception foyer until 2nd October!

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Balgove Larder Night Market

Balgove Larder Night Market

Selected dates between 1st May 2024 - 3rd September 2024

The Balgove Night Market returns in 2024 and takes place on the first Tuesday of the month between May and September.

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Veterans Supper Club

Veterans Supper Club

12th December 2023 - 10th December 2024

The Knights Templar Goodwill Charity of Scotland are hosting suppers for Veterans, Serving Personnel and Reserves every second and fourth Tuesday of the month.

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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:

Delaine Le Bas - Delainia: 17071965 Unfolding

Delaine Le Bas - Delainia: 17071965 Unfolding

7th June 2024 - 13th October 2024

Delainia: 17071965 Unfolding is an exhibition of work by artist Delaine Le Bas (1965) presented within an expansive and layered installation.

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Ibrox Stadium Tours - The Home of Rangers FC

Ibrox Stadium Tours - The Home of Rangers FC

28th May 2024 - 20th December 2024

Experience the magic of this world famous stadium with your very own 'access all areas' pass on a tour of Ibrox, the home of Rangers FC!

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Young Talent

Young Talent

27th July 2024 - 7th September 2024

Project Ability's annual Young Talent exhibition is back for 2024 showcasing and celebrating the inspiring work made by young artists with disabilities!

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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:

Cinema: André Rieu’s 2024 Maastricht Concert: Power of Love

Cinema: André Rieu’s 2024 Maastricht Concert: Power of Love

1st September 2024 - 4th September 2024

In a concert overflowing with passion André Rieu's unique repertoire combines classical, musicals, pop and rock! Don't miss the 'Power of Love' at Airdrie Town Hall Cinema this summer!

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Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks

Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2024

Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regular health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!

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AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions

AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions

Selected dates between 3rd September 2024 - 19th November 2024

Every Tuesday between September 3rd and November 19th, Scotland and Liverpool footballer Andy Robertson's charity, AR26, will host free football sessions at Airdrie Leisure Centre.

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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:

Kilmacolm Farm Tours

Kilmacolm Farm Tours

1st May 2024 - 30th September 2024

Experience 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!

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Paisley Heritage Group Talk: The Glen Cinema Disaster

Paisley Heritage Group Talk: The Glen Cinema Disaster

3rd September 2024

Join Paisley Heritage Group for a talk with questions and answers session from Brian Hannan, author of The Glen Cinema Disaster book, on the very sad topic of the Glen Cinema disaster.

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Big Art Show

Big Art Show

30th August 2024 - 16th November 2024

Large-scale public exhibition, The Big Art Show returns to The Art Department in Paisley between Friday 30th August and Saturday 16th 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:

Happy Chinese Classes

Happy Chinese Classes

11th March 2024 - 31st December 2024

These fun Happy Chinese Classes for pre-school age children are run by Yan An at The Raploch Community Campus on Monday mornings.

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Gorge Walking

Gorge Walking

9th March 2024 - 30th September 2024

Explore a local Gorge with one of Loch Ard Adventure Centre's instructors and learn how to move over rocks, in water, up waterfalls and through pools!

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Yoga Classes in Stirling

Yoga Classes in Stirling

18th April 2024 - 23rd December 2024

Join Roz Yoga Lifestyle for these weekly mat and chair yoga classes at The Dunblane Centre!

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Events in Other Areas

History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour

History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour

28th December 2023 - 31st October 2024

Prestwick Airport, just 30 miles south west of Glasgow has had a colourful history since aviation activity was first recorded over 110 years ago in 1913, find out more on one of these walking tours!

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Largs Viking Festival & Festival of Fire

Largs Viking Festival & Festival of Fire

31st August 2024 - 8th September 2024
Largs

The 2024 Largs Viking Festival & Festival of Fire, marking the 1263 Battle of Largs, will be held between Saturday 31st August and Sunday 8th September!

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Sponsored Links

Hilton Glasgow
Kevin Quantum
Rabbies
National Trust
Edinburgh Dungeons
ATG
Kids Pass

Sponsored Links

Edinburgh Cocktail Week
Escape The Past
Makers Market The Lothians
ACME Comic Con
Great Run Company
Fayre Play
Hilton Glasgow
Hilton Glasgow
Kevin Quantum
Rabbies
National Trust
Edinburgh Dungeons
ATG
Kids Pass

Popular Events

Zoe Rahman, solo piano and duets with Helena Kay
This concert at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh offers a chance to appreciate piano virtuoso Zoe Rahman's talent in a duo with saxophonist Helena Kay!
Castle Street Market
Held in brightly coloured gazebos in the heart of central Edinburgh, Castle Street Market is filled with top quality products and has something to satisfy every taste!
The Lost Past Society - Music on the Mezzanine
Coming to Central Library Edinburgh on 14th September, The sound of the Lost Past Society is designed to create a sense and feeling of Melancholy and Nostalgia.
Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight
Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight returns to The Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh, featuring a cast of West End Singers and a live band!
Thread Embroidery Workshop
Using the Stitched: Scotland's Embroidered Art exhibition as inspiration, learn introductory hand embroidery stitches with textile designer, Chloe Patience, at Dovecot Studios on 9th November.

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