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Events in Edinburgh in December 2024

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Events in Edinburgh

Loanhead Indoor Market

Selected dates between 1st October 2023 - 6th December 2024
Loanhead

Come along and support our local football club, Loanhead Miners Youth FC, and some other fab businesses at our indoor market in Bayne Memorial Hall, Loanhead!

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Leith Market

Selected dates between 1st December 2023 - 28th December 2024

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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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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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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Edinburgh Farmers Market

Selected dates between 1st January 2024 - 21st December 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Experience Edinburgh's original and award winning Farmers' Market at Castle Terrace every Saturday from 9am - 2pm!

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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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Grassmarket Market

Selected dates between 1st January 2024 - 28th December 2024

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 1st January 2024 - 22nd December 2024

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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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 Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market

Selected dates between 3rd February 2024 - 21st December 2024

The Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market is the longest running car boot in Edinburgh. Come check us out!

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Stu and Garry’s Free Improv Show

Selected dates between 6th February 2024 - 3rd December 2024

Marvel as resident duo Stu & Garry weave comedy magic from your suggestions in our long-running improvised show.

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Bona Fide

Selected dates between 11th February 2024 - 1st December 2024

Jay Lafferty invites the cream of Scotland's comics to the Stand Edinburgh to prove their worth by performing material written especially for the theme of the night!

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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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FULL MOON with Transmission Meditation 2024

Selected dates between 24th February 2024 - 15th December 2024

Join Share International Scotland for a powerful group meditation and work of planetary service at the time of the full moon each month!

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Haunted Haus

Selected dates between 2nd March 2024 - 7th December 2024

Get ready for a haunting so fabulous you'll die from excitement! The Spooktacular 'Haunted Haus' is back to terrorize Banshee Labyrinth!

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West Linton Market

Selected dates between 2nd March 2024 - 7th December 2024
West Linton

A monthly market for West Linton, held on the first Saturday of the month, showcasing artisan foods, produce and crafts!

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Abbey Strand Book Club

Selected dates between 8th March 2024 - 6th December 2024

Explore spaces and objects which have shaped history and inspired fiction at the Abbey Strand book club!

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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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Royal Rhyme Time

Selected dates between 11th March 2024 - 2nd December 2024

Join us in the historic Abbey Strand Centre for our special Royal Rhyme Time sessions for toddlers.

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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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Makers Market

Selected dates between 7th April 2024 - 1st December 2024

Come along to the Makers Market in Portobello Town Hall for a gorgeous selection of handmade products from local makers!

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Love Wednesdays at Why Not Nightclub

Selected dates between 17th April 2024 - 28th December 2024

Come along to Love Wednesdays, Scotland's BIGGEST Wednesday night, hosted in the award winning WhyNot Nightclub!

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Syrian Supper Club

Selected dates between 18th April 2024 - 23rd January 2025

Come and join the Cyrenians for their delicious Syrian food cooked with love by their award winning chef Noura!

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The White Heather Ceilidh Club

Selected dates between 25th April 2024 - 26th December 2024

Join The White Heather Ceilidh Club for a bonnie (and wild!) evening of Scottish Ceilidh Dancing in the heart of Edinburgh!

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Edinburgh Gin Cocktail Tour

Selected dates between 11th May 2024 - 28th December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Discover the best gin in Edinburgh on the Edinburgh Gin Jaunt and savour the city’s diverse gin culture. Book your gin-tinted adventure today!

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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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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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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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The Greenhouse

Selected dates between 20th July 2024 - 21st December 2024

The Greenhouse is a free space for the community to share hobbies and grow ideas on Saturdays between 9am and 4pm at The Hub.

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Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening

Selected dates between 21st July 2024 - 15th December 2024

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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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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Tea and Tarot

Selected dates between 8th August 2024 - 13th March 2025

Join this open group at The Salisbury Centre to explore the amazing symbolism of the Tarot, and the many ways in which the cards can support our wellbeing!

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Open Mic - Hosted by Matthew Rhind

Selected dates between 18th August 2024 - 29th December 2024

Come along to The Newsroom's Open Mic every Sunday from 3pm and belt your lungs out!

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FLARE* The Fair

Selected dates between 25th August 2024 - 15th December 2024

FLARE* is an alcohol-free community and wellness market at Leith Arches, filled to the brim with local businesses selling their products and services for your wellbeing!

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The Friday Show

Selected dates between 30th August 2024 - 6th December 2024

Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!

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The Saturday Show

Selected dates between 31st August 2024 - 7th December 2024

Join us at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill five act show every Saturday!

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Red Raw

Selected dates between 2nd September 2024 - 23rd December 2024

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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Sporting Memories: Southside Group

Selected dates between 5th September 2024 - 19th December 2024

Join the Sporting Memories weekly club in the southside of Edinburgh, in partnership with Southside Faith Care, to reminisce and talk about sport (although no topic is off limits!).

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The Comedy Cellar at Canon’s Gait

5th September 2024 - 27th July 2025

Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," as we have the craic every Thursday to Sunday, hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter!

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Green Explorers

Selected dates between 8th September 2024 - 8th December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Adventure, exploration, play and fun awaits for all 8-12 year olds on an Green Explorers day, running monthly with award-winning Edinburgh charity The Green Team!

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Black Boar Historical Fencing Classes (Smallsword)

Selected dates between 9th September 2024 - 12th December 2024

Black Boar is a historical fencing school, specialising in smallsword and military sabre tuition. If you’d like to get involved, book a class to start your historical fencing journey!

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Flamenco Dance Class Programme

9th September 2024 - 28th June 2025

Alba Flamenca's Flamenco dance classes with amazing flamenco dance teachers ready to welcome everyone from beginners to advanced!

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TuFlamenco is Back with More Flamenco Magic! Course 2024/25

9th September 2024 - 15th June 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Ignite your passion with TuFlamenco dance classes for adults and children, now returning bigger and better!

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Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at Summerhall

Selected dates between 10th September 2024 - 17th December 2024

Come and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every Tuesday at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club in Summerhall!

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Flamenco Dance for kids

Selected dates between 11th September 2024 - 4th December 2024

Alba Flamenca Kids classes starting again on the 11th September for children who want to learn flamenco in Spanish /English in a fun and energetic way!

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The Best of Scottish Comedy

Selected dates between 12th September 2024 - 30th January 2025

Talk about doing what it says on the tin! Here you go a carload of simply the best comics on the contemporary Scottish circuit.

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Edinburgh Steiner Teacher Development

13th September 2024 - 13th September 2025

Edinburgh Steiner School is offering this Teacher Development course starting on 13th September.

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Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland

14th September 2024 - 1st June 2025

Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland celebrates this versatile artform, presenting a selection of works from the City Art Centre’s permanent collection of fine art.

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The Other Show

Selected dates between 14th September 2024 - 21st December 2024

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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Theravāda Buddhism

16th September 2024 - 12th January 2025

This thought-provoking exhibition charts the history and influence of the Theravāda Buddhist tradition across the world, including its role in Scotland today.

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Newhailes Market

Selected dates between 21st September 2024 - 20th April 2025

Come along to Newhailes monthly market where you'll find a fine selection of handmade goods; from jams and chutneys to pies and candles!

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Scots Music Group Ceilidhs

Selected dates between 28th September 2024 - 31st May 2025

All welcome to the Scots Music Group fabulous monthly fundraising ceilidhs at the St Brides Centre! Come on your own, with friends or in a group.

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Susan Morrison is historically funny

Selected dates between 29th September 2024 - 29th December 2024

Susan Morrison, host of BBC Radio Scotland's 'Time Travels', will take you through some of Scotland's seediest, skankiest and scandalous history. And the funniest.

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Refresh Stay & Play Toddlers

Selected dates between 30th September 2024 - 16th December 2024

The Salvation Army Edinburgh City is holding a toddler group every Monday during term time.

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Castle Chorus weekly rehearsal

Selected dates between 3rd October 2024 - 19th December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

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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Roast Battle (+ Live Stream)

Selected dates between 4th October 2024 - 9th December 2024

Roast Battle Edinburgh puts comedians head-to-head in a battle of verbal onslaughts. Not for the faint-hearted, each battler has five roast jokes to defeat their opponent.

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Wind/Concert Band: Monday Nights

Selected dates between 7th October 2024 - 16th December 2024

Long established Edinburgh Wind (Concert) Band is looking for new players to join them on Monday evenings at Morningside United Church Halls!

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Arthur’s Secrets

Selected dates between 8th October 2024 - 10th December 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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Jewellery Class - Make a Sea Glass Ring

Selected dates between 9th October 2024 - 1st December 2024

Learn how to make your own sterling silver sea glass ring in this workshop run by Ali Bali Jewellery!

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HEMA Classes

Selected dates between 10th October 2024 - 19th December 2024

Join Stork's Beak: School of Historical Swordplay on Thursdays for immersive classes delving into the world of European Martial Arts!

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Edinburgh Magic

Selected dates between 11th October 2024 - 18th December 2024

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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Free Asian Art Valuations

Selected dates between 15th October 2024 - 17th December 2024

Make an appointment to meet the Lyon & Turnbull's Asian Art team to find out if you have a future auction highlight in your collection!

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Dance N Play Preschool Dance Class

Selected dates between 16th October 2024 - 4th December 2024

Bring you little ones along to a weekly dance class at Dance Base in the Grassmarket, suitable for preschoolers (age 18 months +).

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pass shadow, whisper shade

18th October 2024 - 22nd December 2024

As a highlight of its 40th anniversary year, Collective Edinburgh is delighted to announce pass shadow, whisper shade - a group show by artists in the 2024 Satellites Programme.

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Everlyn Nicodemus

19th October 2024 - 25th May 2025

Everlyn Nicodemus opens her first retrospective exhibition, at National Galleries of Scotland: Modern One in Edinburgh.

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Free Watch Valuations

Selected dates between 22nd October 2024 - 3rd December 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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Community Art group

Selected dates between 23rd October 2024 - 11th December 2024

Enjoy being creative with others in a friendly welcoming group and be part of a creating a community piece of art in the process. Ideal for 50+ years old and no experience required.

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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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Stitched: Scotland’s Embroidered Art

25th October 2024 - 18th January 2025

In an exciting collaboration with the National Trust for Scotland, Dovecot Studios is thrilled to present a captivating new exhibition that unveils Scotland’s hidden textile treasures.

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Celebrating 40 Years of Scotland’s Photography Collection

26th October 2024 - 16th March 2025

Discover the stories within the photographs, marvel at historic photographs and visit some famous faces in this eclectic celebration of the nation’s photography collection.

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Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Selected dates between 26th October 2024 - 27th June 2025

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles' Cathedral.

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Portobello Chamber Music Workshop

Selected dates between 27th October 2024 - 22nd December 2024

Join the Portobello Chamber Music Group for a relaxing Sunday afternoon of classical music, just bring an instrument and a music stand!

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Cards for Good Causes

28th October 2024 - 19th December 2024

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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The Bright Club

Selected dates between 30th October 2024 - 18th December 2024

The freshest thing in stand-up – straight from the (research) field to funny with a new crop of comedic academics from Scotland's universities every month.

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Close-Up Magic at The Joker & Thief

Selected dates between 31st October 2024 - 31st July 2025

Experience close-up magic with Tim Licata, one of Scotland’s most entertaining sleight-of-hand artists, at your table in the lovely Joker & Thief pub every Thursday!

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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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Pop Life

2nd November 2024 - 9th March 2025

Pop Life explores the intersection of popular culture and contemporary figurative drawing, challenging traditional distinctions between high and low art.

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Portobello Local Market

Selected dates between 2nd November 2024 - 7th December 2024
Portobello

Portobello Local Market is a much loved monthly event for truly local food, drink and crafts, held in Brighton Park!

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Arthur’s Amble

Selected dates between 3rd November 2024 - 2nd March 2025

Come along for a gentle guided walk around Hunter’s Bog and St. Margaret’s Loch and learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

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Daring Women of Edinburgh: Private Walking Tours

3rd November 2024 - 5th January 2025
Edinburgh Old Town

Join the lively women’s history guide Annabel on this private walking tour and gain a unique insight into some of the daring women in Edinburgh's history!

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Christmas at Volcano Falls

6th November 2024 - 6th January 2025

Volcano Falls at Fountain Park has the perfect packages for you to celebrate the festive season!

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Cari Grevers Studio Exhibition

8th November 2024 - 21st December 2024

Artist Cari Grevers is holding a small exhibition of her paintings and prints in her art Studio at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall in Leith.

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Friday Friends

8th November 2024 - 13th December 2024

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

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Jonny Walker: A shard in my eye’

8th November 2024 - 2nd February 2025

Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop is excited to present A shard in my eye’, the new public commission by Jonny Walker for the Hawthornvale Space.

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Bongo’s Bingo Edinburgh

Selected dates between 9th November 2024 - 25th January 2025

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

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Dürer to Van Dyck: Drawings from Chatsworth House

9th November 2024 - 23rd February 2025

For the first time ever in Scotland, experience one of the finest and most significant collections of drawings and watercolours direct from Chatsworth in Derbyshire.

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Ptolemy Mann: Woven Colour

9th November 2024 - 15th March 2025

Dovecot Studios is delighted to present artist, Ptolemy Mann, as she returns to Scotland with her new exhibition 'Woven Colour'!

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Through Line

9th November 2024 - 2nd March 2025

Through Line marks the culmination of a series of four group exhibitions at the City Art Centre, spotlighting contemporary art and craft practice in Scotland.

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Punch Needle Workshop

Selected dates between 10th November 2024 - 11th December 2024

Learn the art of punch needle and how to make your own colourful wool art on this punch needle workshop run by Glasgow Artist Rachael Bell at the popular artist space Leith Makers!

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Whisky Tasting and Tales

12th November 2024 - 12th November 2025

Taste 4 deliciously different whiskies while taking a journey into the history of whisky in Scotland and its profound importance within Scottish culture.

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Learn to Lino Print a Christmas Card

Selected dates between 13th November 2024 - 5th December 2024

Learn to carve and print your own Christmas card design in this workshop run by Rosanna Reade at Abbeymount Studios!

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Longarm Quilting Workshops

14th November 2024 - 30th June 2025

Experience the joy of longarm quilting with a bespoke workshop with professional quilter Claire Sowton at Cloud Quilting!

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Looking for the Seasons

14th November 2024 - 12th January 2025

This exhibition at the SOC in Aberlady presents watercolours by Jonathan Sainsbury, inspired by the iconic Ladybird books series “What to Look for in Winter/Spring/Summer/Autumn”.

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Five Sisters Zoo Christmas Illuminations

15th November 2024 - 23rd December 2024

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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DE:Generation Exhibition

20th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

DE:Generation is an explanation of the decline and regeneration of the urban landscape with Beth Primrose Art, showing at Leith Makers from 20th November.

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Around the World Starflyer

20th November 2024 - 4th January 2025

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 Tree Maze

20th November 2024 - 24th December 2024

St Andrew Square holds one of the UK’s largest illuminated Christmas Tree trails so come along and get lost in the magic!

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: LNER Big Wheel

20th November 2024 - 4th January 2025

The LNER Big Wheel returns to East Princes Street Gardens to give passengers a unique perspective of our spectacular city!

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Shining a Light: A History of Nursing Support Workers: Exhibition

20th November 2024 - 29th May 2025

Discover the fascinating history of nursing support work and celebrate the contribution that nursing support workers continue to make today.

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Christmas at the Botanics

21st November 2024 - 30th December 2024

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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HIDDEN

21st November 2024 - 22nd December 2024

HIDDEN, on now at The House of Small, is an exhibition of artwork by 60 women who have been affected by domestic abuse (in any of its many forms) and sexual violence.

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Castle Of Light

22nd November 2024 - 4th January 2025

Enjoy the Defender of the Nation illuminated in a spectacular after-dark trail when Castle of Light returns with an all-new show for its fifth year at Edinburgh Castle!

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Ice Skating

22nd November 2024 - 4th January 2025
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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Peter Pan

22nd November 2024 - 31st December 2024

This Panto season, Reconnect Theatres present 'Peter Pan' at the Howden Park Centre!

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Whisky & Doughnut Pairing: The perfect Scottish Pairing Experience for the Curious Palate

Selected dates between 22nd November 2024 - 21st December 2024

Join us at Summerhall Distillery for an exclusive experience that marries the refinery of Whisky with the exquisite craft and taste of locally made mouth-watering doughnuts from Considerit.

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Christmas Family Cruise

Selected dates between 23rd November 2024 - 14th December 2024

Get ready for a magical holiday experience on Maid of the Forth's Christmas Family Cruise with Santa!

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Christmas Folk Cruise

Selected dates between 23rd November 2024 - 14th December 2024

Celebrate the festive season on a delightful 3 hour cruise on board Maid of the Forth, featuring our revered resident folk ensemble 'Pure Malt'!

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Cinderella

23rd November 2024 - 31st December 2024

Join returning panto favourites Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young with a new magical pantomime for all the family at the Festival Theatre!

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Santa’s Stories

23rd November 2024 - 24th December 2024

Santa is back at Edinburgh's Christmas this year! Make your little one's day and bring them along to our Santa Experience in St Andrew's Square!

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Mixed Winter Exhibition

23rd November 2024 - 19th December 2024

Birch Tree Gallery is delighted to invite you to our mixed Winter Exhibition, showcasing 7 painters and 7 makers!

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The Christmas Cookie Icing Workshop

Selected dates between 24th November 2024 - 8th December 2024

Gather your friends and family for an afternoon filled with laughter, colour, and Christmas spirit at Summerhall Distillery's Christmas Cookie Icing Workshop!

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Castle Street Christmas Market

25th November 2024 - 22nd December 2024
Edinburgh New Town

Castle Street Christmas Market returns in 2024, providing everyone with something special to buy and enjoy.

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: The Polar Ice Bar

25th November 2024 - 4th January 2025
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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Night Family Christmas Party at Little Plaza - with Flexible Childcare Support

25th November 2024 - 22nd December 2024

A magical way to celebrate the festive season, the Night Family Christmas Party at Little Plaza offers a cosy, fun-filled evening for families with young children!

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Yoga at Leith Community Croft

Selected dates between 25th November 2024 - 16th December 2024

Join Earth in Common at Leith Community Croft (Populus garden room) on Mondays for a series of gentle hatha & slow vinyasa classes for all levels.

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Little Red Robin Hood - The Pantomime

27th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

Join Happy Sad Productions in Sharewood Forest, Naughtyham for a fairy tale filled family adventure!

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Emily Sutton’s Toy Shop

28th November 2024 - 21st December 2024

This December, The Scottish Gallery is delighted to present a special installation exhibition by Emily Sutton.

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Ocean Terminal Christmas Market

28th November 2024 - 22nd December 2024

LocalMotive Markets will be running yet another magical Christmas Market at the Ocean Terminal Shopping on a number of dates from the end of November!

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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Edinburgh

28th November 2024 - 24th December 2024

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

28th November 2024 - 24th December 2024

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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The Craft of Couture: Victor Edelstein designs for Anna Miller

28th November 2024 - 1st June 2025

This small display explores the work of fashion designer Victor Edelstein. A favourite of Princess Diana, Edelstein exemplifies the finest British fashion design of the 1980s.

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Treasure Island

28th November 2024 - 4th January 2025

The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh presents another epic story for the whole family - a new re-imagining of esteemed Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson’s adventure story: Treasure Island!

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Bongo’s Bingo Edinburgh - Christmas Specials

Selected dates between 29th November 2024 - 31st December 2024

Christmas in Edinburgh is going to be extra special, because this winter, it's time to celebrate the party season the right way at the most talked about night out in the UK... Bongo's Bingo!

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Boogies BIG Christmas Bash

Selected dates between 29th November 2024 - 20th December 2024

Throughout this festive season, experience a premium Christmas bash in the heart of the capital with Forth 1 Radio DJ Boogie!

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Coburg House Winter Open Studios

29th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

It's time to open our big red shutter again at Coburg House Art Studios and invite you in for a Winter Open Studios!

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Hope/Dòchas: Castle Mills Members’ Show 4

29th November 2024 - 16th March 2025

This exhibition at Edinburgh Printmakers invites you to explore the many forms hope takes, as demonstrated by over 96 artists and 105 works, the biggest display of members work to date.

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Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair

29th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

Enjoy a wonderful festive shopping experience when the annual Christmas Shopping Fair returns to Hopetoun House from 29th November to 1st December!

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Lunch with Santa

Selected dates between 29th November 2024 - 21st December 2024

This festive season, we invite our IKEA Family members to join Santa for Lunch at IKEA Edinburgh and make some magical memories!

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Oor Aladdin

29th November 2024 - 29th December 2024

In this Scottish adaption of an old favourite, we find Aladdin and the MacTwankey family, living in Bathgate with not a penny to their name.

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Supper with Santa

Selected dates between 29th November 2024 - 20th December 2024

Enjoy supper with Santa and his elves this festive season at IKEA Edinburgh and make some magical memories!

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The Polar Express™ Train Ride Edinburgh

29th November 2024 - 23rd December 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

This November and December join us on board THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride when it returns to Waverley Station!

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WinterFest

29th November 2024 - 5th January 2025

Plan your perfect festive day out and soak up the Christmas spirit at Dalkeith Country Park's WinterFest!

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A Noble Clown

30th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

A Noble Clown, a new solo play written and performed by Michael Daviot, tells the story of Duncan Macrae, long considered Scotland’s greatest actor.

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A World of Winter Wonder

30th November 2024 - 6th January 2025

Step into a world of winter wonder with seasonal activities this Christmas at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh!

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An Evening Of Darts

30th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

An Evening Of Darts comes to the O2 Academy Edinburgh for two nights on Saturday 30th November and Sunday 1st December!

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Breakfast with Santa

30th November 2024 - 22nd December 2024

This festive season, enjoy breakfast with Santa and his elves, and make some magical memories at IKEA Edinburgh!

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Christmas at Leith Makers

30th November 2024 - 31st December 2024

Join us at Leith Makers for our Christmas workshops or find the perfect gift for you and your loved ones with 50 stockist offering a wide range of gorgeous handmade crafts!

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Christmas Market and Open Days

30th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

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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Cold Town House - Brunch with Santa

Selected dates between 30th November 2024 - 24th December 2024

Cold Town House are thrilled to bring back their popular Brunch with Santa, but hurry they sell out fast!

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Conifox Christmas Experience

30th November 2024 - 24th December 2024

Conifox Christmas Experience is back for it’s 6th year, with so much more than just Santa's Grotto!

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Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show

30th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

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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Flamenco Dance & Singing Workshop

30th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

Join Alba Flamenca and immerse yourself in the passionate rhythms of flamenco with some vibrant Flamenco workshops!

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Reasons to be Cheerful: Artist Bookmakers Exhibition

30th November 2024 - 20th December 2024

This year's artist bookmakers exhibition at Upright Gallery is based on the theme of cheerfulness. Be prepared to raise a smile!

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Santa Paws!

Selected dates between 30th November 2024 - 8th December 2024

This festive season, we invite our IKEA Family members to join us outdoors for Santa Paws at IKEA, where your pup gets to meet the big man himself.

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Scottish Theatre History Weekend - Talks

30th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

Enjoy a weekend of talks and performance exploring Edinburgh’s rich theatre history, presented as part of the Edinburgh 900 celebrations at The Scottish Storytelling Centre!

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SPOT Edinburgh Winter Market

30th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

Join SPOT for their inaugural Edinburgh Winter Market at Dovecot Studios on Saturday 30th November and Sunday 1st December!

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The Saturday Show The Early Show!

Selected dates between 30th November 2024 - 31st May 2025

Join us at the Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill act show!

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Advent Carol Service

1st December 2024

Enter the season of Advent through a dramatic and awe-inspiring service, filled with candlelight, stirring choral music, and readings, at St Michael and All Saints on 1st December!

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Book Bonanza Edinburgh

1st December 2024

Welcome to the Edinburgh Book Bonanza! Get ready for a day filled with literary delights in the heart of Edinburgh.

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Cab-arette Showtour

1st December 2024 - 30th March 2025
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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Christmas @ The Anatomist Escape Room

1st December 2024 - 7th January 2025

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 Music Performance

1st December 2024

Join us at IKEA Edinburgh on Sunday 1st December and let the Penicuik Community Choir transport you into the heart of the holiday season!

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Dominic Waxing Lyrical x Mr McFall’s Chamber - POSTPONED

1st December 2024

Dominic Waxing Lyrical returns to the Traverse with long term collaborators Mr McFall’s Chamber on 1st December as part of The Soundhouse Winter Festival.

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Festival Fabric Wreath Making Workshop

Selected dates between 1st December 2024 - 15th December 2024

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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Ghilie Dhu Christmas Workshop

1st December 2024

Step into the magical world of the Ghillie Dhu with artists Katie Rose and Inês-Hermione Mulford in a delightful art workshop for children at the enchanting Palm House on 1st December!

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Meet Mr and Mrs Claus at the Zoo!

1st December 2024 - 24th December 2024

Make your little one's day at Edinburgh Zoo extra special this festive season. Meet Santa Claus and Mrs Claus at our Grotto, which this year will be inside our Budongo Trail building!

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MnB Christmas Craft Market

1st December 2024

MnB is returning to Leith Arches for its first Christmas market on 1st December, showcasing the unique and exceptional work of local artisans, designers, and makers.

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Namaste – A Musical Fusion of Tradition & Innovation

1st December 2024

Join the Kannada Association of Scotland on Sunday 1st December at The Dean, Edinburgh for a magical evening filled with the mesmerizing sounds of Indian music!

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Origami Christmas Wreaths & Paper Snowflakes

1st December 2024

Learn to fold beautiful Origami Christmas wreaths and snowflakes in this workshop run by Makiko on Sunday 1st December at Portobello Town Hall.

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Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra

1st December 2024

Well-known for their energetic live shows don't miss Rob Heron & the Tea Pad Orchestra when they come to The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 1st December!

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Santa Šillere Quintet Feat. Toms Rudzinskis (LV/PL)

1st December 2024

Latvian jazz singer Santa Šillere brings her European concert tour, celebrating her debut album’s "Other Ways" release, to The Jazz Bar Edinburgh on 1st December!

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Scottish Arts Club Christmas Market

1st December 2024

Kick off this festive season by joining Scottish Arts Club on 1st December for a celebration of Scottish creativity and discover unique, handcrafted gifts and original artwork!

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SNJO: Remembering Duke featuring Lucy-Anne Daniels

1st December 2024

Join the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra for Remembering Duke featuring Lucy-Anne Daniels with the Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra!

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Soundhouse: Acolyte

1st December 2024

Catch Acolyte, an Edinburgh-based poetic and psychedelic ensemble, at the Traverse Theatre on 1st December!

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Soundhouse: Hannah Lavery’s Unwritten Women

1st December 2024

Hannah Lavery's Unwritten Women is a poetic and chilling re-telling of Robert Louis Stevenson's Jekyll & Hyde, performed by Hannah Lavery with music by Kate Young.

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Soundhouse: Su-a Lee & Friends

1st December 2024

For this very special show at the Traverse Theatre, Su-a Lee will be joined by three stellar collaborators: Duncan Chisholm, Donald Shaw and Hamish Napier.

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The Carpenters At Christmas

1st December 2024

Join us the Howden Park Centre on 1st December for an afternoon of Christmas melodies courtesy of the talented Sing a Song and enjoy a 3 course Festive lunch!

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The Palmerston to host Alex Jackson for ‘pot au feu’ lunch

1st December 2024

On Sunday 1st December, The Palmerston will host its annual guest chef lunch with Alex Jackson (of Leila's Shop, Shoreditch).

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Tom Meighan - Acoustic

1st December 2024

Former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan is bringing his acoustic tour, Raw, to La Belle Angele on Sunday 1st December!

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An Audience with Monty Don

2nd December 2024

Join BBC Gardeners' World presenter and gardening writer, Monty Don, as he shares his passion for gardens and the unique role they play in human inspiration and wellbeing.

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An Evening With: Denise Mina and Chris Brookmyre

2nd December 2024

Don't miss an evening with Denise Mina and Chris Brookmyre, in aid of The Lyceum, and hosted by our Artistic Director, David Greig!

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Callum Easter & the Roulettes

2nd December 2024

Returning to The Queens Hall as part of the Soundhouse Winter Festival, Leith’s Callum Easter will brand his name on your heart.

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Get Organised - Christmas Special

2nd December 2024

Don’t miss the hugely popular annual choir and organ Christmas special on Monday 2 December to the Usher Hall!

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Bach Meets Modernity: Hugh Mackay plays Bach, Britten and Demenga

3rd December 2024

Scottish cellist Hugh Mackay plays Bach, Britten, and Demenga in a blend of iconic cello works on 3rd December in St Michael's Parish Church, Edinburgh.

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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

3rd December 2024 - 29th December 2024

The smash-hit London Palladium production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat returns to Edinburgh Playhouse this Christmas!

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KEEP : Art Exhibition

3rd December 2024 - 9th December 2024

The Aizle Artist Collective present an exhibition by experienced and emerging artists at Dundas Street Gallery from 3rd to 9th December!

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that conversations event Edinburgh #3

3rd December 2024

Join that conversations movement on 3rd December at Lost in Leith and deepen your connection with a friend, family member or partner!

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The Future of AI at School

3rd December 2024

This event at Edinburgh Futures Institute will bring together key figures from the Scottish education landscape to talk about AI in schools and our education futures.

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The Holiday - Film with Live Orchestra

3rd December 2024

The beloved Christmas film, The Holiday, will return to the Usher Hall this festive season, featuring its musical score performed live to the film by a full concert orchestra!

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Burgh Blatherers’ Winter Warmer

4th December 2024

It's time to join the Burgh Blatherers for their Winter Warmer at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 4th December!

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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

4th December 2024 - 7th December 2024

Escape to a world of pure imagination with Balerno Theatre Company's production of Charlie and The Chocolate Factory – The Musical at Church Hill Theatre from 4th to 7th December!

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Christmas Lights Switch On at The Eric Liddell Community

4th December 2024

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and The Eric Liddell Community, will be hosting their annual Lights Switch On event on Wednesday 4th December.

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Festive Earrings - Eco- Resin Craft Workshop

4th December 2024

Embrace the holiday spirit and join Polymorphics for an enchanting workshop where you'll learn to craft eco-resin earrings with a festive touch.

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Festive Night at Dovecot

4th December 2024

Join us for a fun and festive night at Dovecot! Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into colourful pompom making and enjoy a guided tour of our exhibition, Stitched: Scotland's Embroidered Art.

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Sip and Paint with Rachele Cavina

4th December 2024

Join the artist Rachele Cavina on 4th December at The Melting Pot for an evening of creativity and body positivity exploration over a glass of wine or a soft drink!

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The Muppet Christmas Carol - Film with Live Orchestra

4th December 2024

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 December 4th!

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Advent Retreat

5th December 2024

This free 90-minute retreat, at St Michael and All Saints on 5th December, offers an opportunity to pause and reflect on the themes of Advent through music and contemplation.

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Christmas Charity Lecture: Wild Medicine in Scotland

5th December 2024

This year, The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh Christmas Charity Lecture will explore Scotland's wild medicine, through the eyes of veterinarian Prof Simon Girling.

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Christmas Cocktail Baubles Workshop

Selected dates between 5th December 2024 - 20th December 2024

Join us at Summerhall Distillery for our exciting Christmas Cocktail Baubles Workshop and elevate your holiday spirit!

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Hollyrood Distillery Whisky Tasting

Selected dates between 5th December 2024 - 18th December 2024
Edinburgh New Town

Join Hollyrood Distillery at the Coorie Inn in George Street for a whisky tasting as part of Edinburgh's Christmas!

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Swamplesque

5th December 2024 - 4th January 2025

After taking Australia by storm and smashing box office records at Edinburgh Fringe 2024, Swamplesque, everyone's favourite ogre-inspired burlesque and drag parody, returns to celebrate Christmas!

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Embrace: An Evening with Danny McNanamara - Q&A and Signing

5th December 2024

Lead singer from Embrace, Danny McNamara comes to The Old Dr Bells Baths in Edinburgh, in a unique 'An Evening With' tour - featuring interview, Q&A and signing.

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Festive Cocktail Workshop with Lind & Lime

Selected dates between 5th December 2024 - 12th December 2024

Join Lind & Lime Gin Distillery on Thursday 5th or 12th December for a Festive Cocktail Workshop!

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Festive Series: Holyrood Distillery x Pilot Brewing

5th December 2024

Make merry with an exclusive collaboration event between Holyrood Distillery and Pilot Brewery on 5th December!

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Hand printed greetings cards - print and collage workshop

5th December 2024

Join Morag from Earth in Common at Leith Community Croft on 5th December for an exciting evening of creative exploration of printing techniques and collage!

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Heidi Talbot & Boo Hewerdine

5th December 2024

Acclaimed Irish singer/composer Heidi Talbot comes to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Thursday 5th December. Joining her will be Ivor Novello award-winning singer-songwriter Boo Hewerdine!

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Jazz Evening with the Pisconians

5th December 2024

The Pisconians, a UK Jazz fusion Hip Hop band, perform their debut EP 'Jazz in the Burgh' as well as some familiar standards at Edinburgh Central Library on 5th December!

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Jed Potts and Cameron Gray at the First Thursday Blues Club, Edinburgh

5th December 2024

The First Thursday Blues Club are extremely pleased to have Jed Potts and Cameron Gray play together for the first time at their club on Thursday 5th December!

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Mountains on Stage 2024

5th December 2024

Mountains on Stage aims to bring the mountains to the city and to share all the beauty of mountain sports!

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Queer Folks’ Tales

5th December 2024

Queer Folks’ Tales is back in December and sees another terrific line up at the Scottish Storytelling Centre!

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Santa Paws at Dobbies Edinburgh

5th December 2024 - 24th December 2024

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

5th December 2024 - 24th December 2024

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

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SCO 2024/25: Prokofiev & Brahms

5th December 2024

Darkly lyrical and bristling with devilish energy, Prokofiev’s Second Violin Concerto is the ideal musical match for the exceptional talents of violinist Aylen Pritchin

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A Christmas Carol - Panto in Haddington

6th December 2024 - 14th December 2024

The Brunton and Wonder Fools present this exciting new pantomime set in East Lothian and inspired by Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas story.

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A Very Buble Christmas

6th December 2024 - 7th December 2024

Get into the Christmas spirit and prepare to be captivated by the fabulous talents of Michael Hastie, Scotland’s number one Michael Bublé tribute act, with Jon Ritchie & That Swing Sensation!

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Bay City Rollers

6th December 2024

Journey back in time to those carefree days of the 70's when Scotland's original boy band ruled the charts as the Bay City Rollers return to La Belle Angele on Friday 6th December!

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Big Big Christmas Parties

6th December 2024 - 21st December 2024

Are you ready for the best Christmas party nights in town? Then come along to the O2 Academy Edinburgh this December!

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Cahill Costello

6th December 2024

Virtuoso Scottish drummer Graham Costello (of Strata)’s new project blending electronica with Kev Cahill’s astounding guitar work is perhaps the wildest live ride you’ll witness this year.

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Campervan Brewery presents : La Bonne Hiver

6th December 2024

Join local cork dork Bludge Wine and Scotland’s cheesemongers Mellis at Campervan Brewery's Taproom for a low-brow nod to high society on Friday 6th December!

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Christmas Concert: Jubilo with the Edinburgh Players

6th December 2024

Jubilo, a long-established Edinburgh choir, are delighted to bring their Christmas Concert with the Edinburgh Players to The Parish Church of St Cuthbert on 6th December!

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Christmas Relaxed Access Evening

6th December 2024

This event at The Palace of Holyroodhouse on 6th December is open to all, including those with autism and other neurodiverse needs, together with their siblings, families, and carers.

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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop

6th December 2024

Join Caroline from Joy Revival Design this December at Leith Makers and learn to make your own Christmas Wreath!

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Jason Byrne: No Show

6th December 2024 - 7th December 2024

Witness Jason use his infamous audience interactions with a sprinkle of props, both on and off the stage, to create No Show at Assembly Hall on 6th & 7th December!

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ESO’s Winter Concert

6th December 2024

Edinburgh Studio Opera is delighted to presents its annual Winter Concert, at Augustine United Church on 6th December!

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Ex Silens: From the series ‘I Am Your Body’

6th December 2024

Ex Silens is an experience into a radically alternative sensorium through the entanglement of multiple bodies, multiple agencies.

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Know Your Overlocker

6th December 2024

Overlockers are amazing machines. This Know Your Overlocker workshop run by Artisan Stitch will show you how versatile your overlocker can be.

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Loud Poets Showcase

6th December 2024

Don’t miss the next fantastic show from Scotland’s best spoken word night 'Loud Poets' on Friday 6th December!

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Movies Under The Stars Drive-In at The Centre, Livingston

6th December 2024

Get into the festive spirit with a magical evening of festive films at The Centre, Livingston on Friday 6th December, from the comfort of your car at our open-air drive-in cinema!

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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Dvořák’s New World Symphony

6th December 2024

Dvořák’s New World Symphony is a truly epic song of nostalgia for the old world and hope for the new!

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Rug Tufting Experience Day

Selected dates between 6th December 2024 - 11th January 2025

Aimed at beginners, this intimate workshop at Dovecot Studios is an introduction to the art of electric gun tufting.

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Seán R. McLaughlin & The Wind-Up Crows

6th December 2024

Seán R. McLaughlin and his band The Wind-Up Crows play their final headline show of the year at The Mash House Edinburgh on 6th December!

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Sip and Stitched

Selected dates between 6th December 2024 - 16th January 2025

Unwind and get creative at Dovecot's Sip and Stitched evening! Plus, you'll have the opportunity to explore our inspiring exhibition, Stitched: Scotland’s Embroidered Art.

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Starry Nights at Beecraigs Country Park

6th December 2024 - 23rd December 2024

Magical illuminated Christmas experience Starry Nights comes to Beecraigs Country Park this December, providing outdoor festive fun for friends and family alike!

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Summerhall and The Edinburgh Ceilidh Club presents: A Christmas Ceilidh

6th December 2024

Come and enjoy a taste of the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club’s high quality night of festivity on Friday 6th December at Summerhall!

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Summerhall’s Big Christmas Weekend

6th December 2024 - 8th December 2024

Summerhall will once again host the annual Summerhall Big Christmas Weekend from Friday 6th - Sunday 8th December, featuring three days of festive fun!

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The Skids & Spear Of Destiny

6th December 2024

Punk legends The Skids bring their 45th Anniversary tour to The Queen's Hall on Friday 6th December!

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Winter Arts Markets

6th December 2024 - 8th December 2024

The ever-popular Drill Hall Christmas Arts Markets will return in December with an exciting extra market date!

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Winter Seasonal Syrups Workshop

6th December 2024

Join Rhona from Grass Roots Remedies Co-op for a hands on sea-buckthorn syrup making workshop on 6th December at at Lauriston Agroecology Farm!

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3D2D Assembly Rooms Christmas Fair

7th December 2024 - 8th December 2024

3D2D Events are delighted to be able to once again bring to the Assembly Rooms our spectacular Christmas Fair.

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80s Vs 90s: Betamax Bandits + Hassel & The Hoffs - CANCELLED

7th December 2024

The 80s Vs the 90s! Betamax Bandits are Edinburgh’s 80s pop covers band, Join them at The Hive with very special guests, Hassel & The Hoffs!

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A Very Merchiston Christmas Fair

7th December 2024

Merchiston Castle School is delighted to invite you to the return of our 'A Very Merchiston Christmas Fair', held in the beautifully decorated Memorial Hall on Saturday 7th December!

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All the Beauty: Andrew Thompson Showcase

7th December 2024 - 11th January 2025

This exhibition features a new body of work from Andrew Thompson, one of Scotland’s most notable contemporary artists, alongside a collection of paintings from a small group of gallery artists.

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Beaded Embroidery Workshop

7th December 2024

This beaded embroidery workshop will take inspiration from our current exhibition Stitched: Scotland's Embroidered Art with a modern twist.

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Calum Bowie

7th December 2024

Edinburgh based singer-songwriter Calum Bowie will headline the Liquid Room on Saturday 7th December!

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Christmas Ceilidh with the Jig Show

7th December 2024

Join us at Dovecot Studios for an evening of lively music, traditional dancing, and festive cheer with The Jig Show on 7th December!

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Christmas Urban Market

7th December 2024 - 8th December 2024

Urban Market will bring its first curated Christmas Market to The Pitt on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th December, featuring a variety of local traders!

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Christmas Weekend at The Royal Yacht Britannia

7th December 2024 - 8th December 2024

Start your celebration of the most wonderful time of the year with a visit to The Royal Yacht Britannia during their special Christmas Weekend, 7th & 8th December!

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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop

7th December 2024

Dr Neil's Garden is holding it's annual Christmas Wreath Making Workshop on Saturday 7th December at Millar Hall (Duddingston Kirk Café).

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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop at The Eric Liddell Community

Selected dates between 7th December 2024 - 9th December 2024

Join us at The Eric Liddell Community and get into the festive spirit at our Christmas Wreath Making Workshop!

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Cramond Kirk Christmas Fair

7th December 2024

With all your favourite stalls, and Santa back in his grotto, the stage is set for this year’s Christmas Fair in Cramond Kirk Halls on 7th December!

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Daring Women of Edinburgh Night Tour

Selected dates between 7th December 2024 - 4th January 2025
Edinburgh Old Town

Are you ready to step into your daringness? Come on this night tour in the secret, dark alleys of old Edinburgh and listen to the tales of brave women in history!

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David B Archibald

7th December 2024

Scottish musician and self-accompanied singer David B Archibald headlines The Old Dr Bells Baths on Saturday 7th December.

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Festive Macrame Workshop - Christmas Wreath Making

7th December 2024

Spend a few relaxing hours in a cosy Edinburgh craft studio getting into the festive spirit whilst making your own macrame Christmas wreath that can be used year after year.

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Festive Wreath Workshop

7th December 2024

Create your own festive wreaths using sustainable materials collected from around the Cyrenians Green Skills Centre on Saturday 7th December!

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Leith Christmas Brewery Market

Selected dates between 7th December 2024 - 15th December 2024

Join us at Moonwake Beer Co for our Christmas Brewery Market. We’ll once again be welcoming local traders to sell their wares while the taproom is open and the beer is pouring.

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Maria Lopez Atanet @ Music on The Mezzanine

7th December 2024

Don't miss Maria Lopez Atanet, a recent graduate of St Marys Music School in Edinburgh, at Central Library on Saturday 7th December!

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Paranormal Illusionist: Ghosts of the Banshee

Selected dates between 7th December 2024

Are you brave enough to attend an unsettling night of magic and ghosts in the Banshee Labyrinth - Scotland's Most Haunted Pub -  built into the legendary South Bridge Vaults.

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Post-Apocalyptic Christmas Party

7th December 2024

What would Christmas look like after the end of the world? Join the International Ghost Society at Barnton Bunker on the evening of the 7th of December 2024 for a Christmas party like no other!

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Reggaeton Party

7th December 2024

The UK's biggest Reggaeton Party is coming back to Edinburgh this December. Come and celebrate all things Reggaeton at La Belle Angele!

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Santa Breakfast at The Bridge Inn

Selected dates between 7th December 2024 - 24th December 2024

Santa is taking time out of his busy Christmas schedule to enjoy a magical breakfast with families at The Bridge Inn at Ratho.

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Skinny Lister

7th December 2024

Catch folk rock's rowdiest rabble Skinny Lister live at The Mash House on Saturday 7th December!

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Summerhall Christmas Market

7th December 2024 - 8th December 2024

On Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th December, Summerhall’s annual Christmas Market returns with over 70 stalls to browse each day!

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Swing Into Christmas

7th December 2024

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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Taylor Swift - Silent Disco Boat Party

7th December 2024

Set sail with Maid of the Forth and Jojo’s Parties for the ultimate Taylor Swift Silent Disco Boat Party on Saturday 7th December!

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Terrazzo Christmas Decorations - Eco-Resin Craft Workshop

7th December 2024

Get into the festive spirit and 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 Sensational David Bowie Band - Christmas Special

7th December 2024

The Sensational David Bowie Tribute Band, the UK's premier tribute to David Bowie, returns to La Belle Angele for a Christmas special on Saturday 7th December!

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The Seven Hills Chorus Christmas Concert

7th December 2024

The Seven Hills Chorus return to St Anne's Parish Church with their Christmas Concert on Saturday 7th December!

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Whispers of the Twenties: A Christmas Speakeasy

Selected dates between 7th December 2024 - 21st December 2024

Step into a world of flappers, speakeasies, cocktails and jazz as you embark on an enchanting time-travel adventure to the Roaring Twenties at Summerhall Distillery this December!

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Art Exhibition Fundraiser

8th December 2024

Come along to this fundraising Art Exhibition on Sunday 8th December at Submarine Art & Design School in Stockbridge in aid of a Child Sponsorship program!

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Brunch with Santa

Selected dates between 8th December 2024 - 22nd December 2024

Bring along the wee ones to Murrayfield Hotel and House this Christmas for our Brunch with Santa events!

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Carols by the Christmas Tree

8th December 2024 - 9th December 2024

Enjoy seeing the beautifully decorated State Apartments of The Palace of Holyroodhouse, as you make your way to the Great Gallery to hear a wonderful concert of Christmas music on 8th December!

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Easy Sundays: Festive Family Ceilidh

8th December 2024

Come with family and friends to dance Scottish dances and sing well-known songs with the Minnow Ceilidh Band on 8th December at The Scottish Storytelling Centre!

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Edinburgh Santa Fun Run & Walk

8th December 2024

Edinburgh Santa Fun Run & Walk is celebrating 20 incredible years and we are ready to welcome our Santa’s back to West Princes Street Gardens for our much loved family fundraising event!

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Fire and Light, A Candlelight Christmas at 7 Charlotte Square

8th December 2024

Step back in time and experience the magic of Christmas in 18th century Edinburgh at The Georgian House!

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Geoffrey Chaucer’s Mediaeval Christmas Festivitye!

8th December 2024

With an astonishing line-up of the finest in alternative comedy, John-Luke Roberts presents a night of ridiculous carousing hosted by the “great poot” Geoffrey Chaucer!

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Glasgow Phoenix Choir: The Glory of Christmas

8th December 2024

The Glasgow Phoenix Choir is delighted to be performing once more in the Freemasons Hall Edinburgh with their annual Christmas concert on Sunday 8th December!

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Glow-Ho-Ho: Alcohol-Free Christmas Party

8th December 2024

Join FLARE* at Le Monde Hotel on 8th December at for a night of festive enchantment at the GLOW-HO-HO alcohol-free Christmas Party!

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Independent Art Market at Fruitmarket

8th December 2024

Celebrate the festive season with Endless Love Creative and a curation of 40+ independent makers stalls at our annual Winter Makers Market held in the Fruitmarket Edinburgh!

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Jamie Sutherland

8th December 2024

Broken Records frontman, Jamie Sutherland, is heading out on his own after releasing his new solo album 'The World As It Used To Be' and plays The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 8th December!

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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: A Christmas Carol

8th December 2024

Children's Classic Concerts pulls out all the stops in their orchestral retelling of the festive classic... Scrooge surely won't be able to resist this sparkling celebration!

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SLY DIG + Aino Elina Stripped!

8th December 2024

Join SLY DIG plus Aino Elina for Stripped!, a new quiet live music club at The Outhouse on 8th December!

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Uncle Frank

8th December 2024

Don't miss Leicester band Uncle Frank when the play The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 8th December!

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Wild Woman Winter Solstice Gathering

8th December 2024

Step into a sacred space this Winter Solstice, where the quiet of the woodland and the warmth of sisterhood invite you to connect deeply with yourself and the natural world!

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Winter Papercutting Workshop

8th December 2024

Ruthie Watt aka Papercut Punk is back with a new folk-art flock for a wintery workshop at Leith Makers on 8th December!

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An Evening With Alan Cumming - Sold Out

9th December 2024

Join us for an evening with Alan Cumming, in aid of The Lyceum, hosted by beloved broadcaster, Kirsty Wark on Monday 9th December!

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Everything Everything

9th December 2024

Infectious art pop quartet Everything Everything head out on tour in support of their seventh album Mountainhead, don't miss them live at Edinburgh's Assembly Rooms on December 9th!

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Santa’s Storytime Tea Party

9th December 2024 - 13th December 2024

Join Santa for a special Christmas story, complete with snacks, cocoa and a special gift at John Lewis Edinburgh!

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The Amazons

9th December 2024

One of the UK's most exciting bands, The Amazons, have announced a date at Cabaret Voltaire on Monday 9th December.

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An Evening With: Jenny Colgan & Sophie Gravia

10th December 2024

Join Jenny Colgan & Sophie Gravia on 10th December for an insightful discussion of their writing careers, including an audience Q&A session for all your burning questions.

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Candlelight: Hans Zimmer’s Best Works

Selected dates between 10th December 2024 - 17th January 2025

Discover the music of Hans Zimmer at St Mary's Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight.

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Christmas Quiz Night!

10th December 2024

Join us in our customer restaurant at IKEA Edinburgh and get into the festive spirit with a Christmas Quiz Night and win fun IKEA prizes!

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Love Actually: The Film With Live Orchestra

10th December 2024

Love Actually, the star-studded rom-com that has become a Christmas classic, returns to the Usher Hall this December with a full orchestra performing its soundtrack live to screen!

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Nativity! The Musical

10th December 2024 - 15th December 2024

This Christmas, join Captivate Theatre for the hilarious comedy the whole family will love – Nativity! The Musical.

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Scottish Ensemble: Concerts by Candlelight

10th December 2024

In the depths of winter warm your soul and explore a rich selection of music, which weaves between past and present.

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SIX - Teen Edition

10th December 2024 - 15th December 2024

Don’t miss the chance to witness incredibly talented teens bring the queens of history to life in this high-energy, smash-hit musical at Assembly Roxy from 10th - 15th December!

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The View

10th December 2024

Offering fans a chance to let loose and chant along to all of their most memorable belters, The View play La Belle Angele on 10th December as part of 'The Greatest Hits' tour!

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Art Exhibition: Energy - Small birds & Scenes from the Fringe

11th December 2024 - 15th December 2024

Karen van de Graaf, a Scottish portrait artist, brings her solo Art Exhibition & Sale to Dundas Street Gallery from 11th to 15th December.

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Crimboh 2024: Stockbridge Parish Church

11th December 2024

Join The Bohemians at Stockbridge Parish Church for Crimboh, 2024 - a concert full of cheer to get you in the festive spirit!

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Descriptive Gallery Tour: Stitched (Visually Impaired Visitors)

11th December 2024

Join us at Dovecot Studios on 11th December for an in-person descriptive gallery tour of Stitched: Scotland's Embroidered Art, specifically designed for our visually impaired visitors.

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Fat Freddy’s Drop

11th December 2024

Aotearoa New Zealand’s hi-tek soul machine Fat Freddy’s Drop returns to Europe in 2024 for a new studio album release tour, with a date at the Usher Hall on Wednesday 11th December 2024.

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

11th December 2024

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

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Táin

11th December 2024

Young Edinburgh Storytellers Mark Borthwick and David Hughes weave together music and myth, blood and laughter, gender and magic, to explore the dark delights of the Táin Bó Cúailnge!

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The Twilight Sad

11th December 2024

James and Andy from The Twilight Sad bring a very special, intimate show to the Queen's Hall, featuring stripped-back songs from across their critically acclaimed body of work!

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The Wonder Stuff

11th December 2024

Indie rockers The Wonder Stuff will be performing 'HUP' in its entirety to celebrate its 35th anniversary at the O2 Academy Edinburgh on 11th December!

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Boris Grebenshikov

12th December 2024

Boris Grebenshikov plays The Liquid Room on 12th December with a new program "Square Root Sun" and the best "Aquarium" songs of all times.

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Christmas Bauble Embroidery Workshop

12th December 2024

Join us at Leith Makers on Thursday 12th December for this 2 hour Christmas bauble making workshop and make a hand embroidered Christmas ornament!

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Clambers Soft Play Christmas Party

12th December 2024

Edinburgh Leisure’s soft play parties are back this festive season and come to Clambers on Thursday 12th December!

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Crimboh 2024: Craigsbank Church

12th December 2024

Join The Bohemians at Craigsbank Church for Crimboh, 2024 - a concert full of cheer to get you in the festive spirit!

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Festive Wreaths at Holyroodhouse

12th December 2024

Join florist and Royal Warrant-holder Lottie Longman at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on 12th December to create your own festive wreath to take home!

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New Mexican Supper Club

12th December 2024

Experience the bold flavours of New Mexican cuisine at Leith Community Croft's first supper club on 12th December!

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Santa Lucia

12th December 2024

Join us in store at IKEA Edinburgh on Thursday 12th December as we celebrate the Swedish tradition of Santa Lucia!

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SCO 2024/25: Eine kleine Nachtmusik

12th December 2024

Rediscover this sunny work with Maxim Emelyanychev, who surrounds it with rarities created around the same time.

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Sparkle and Shine Carol Concert

12th December 2024
Edinburgh West

Edinburgh Children's Hospital Charity (ECHC) warmly invites you to our Sparkle and Shine Carol Concert at The Dean on Thursday 12th December!

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The Stand Christmas Special

12th December 2024 - 14th December 2024

Forget wearing paper hats and eating over-priced turkey – instead come and get some Christmas cheer from the very best comics from the UK and beyond at The Stand Edinburgh!

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The Tools of the Trade of Field-working Oral Historians and Folklorists

12th December 2024

Join Professor Margaret Bennett of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland for this talk on the contribution that fieldwork in oral history and folklore can make to identifying objects and their uses.

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Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

13th December 2024

Brought to you by Candlelight Concerts, experience an enchanting evening by candlelight with music performed by virtuoso pianist, Daniel Grimwood at St Giles' Cathedral.

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Candlelight: Rings and Dragons

Selected dates between 13th December 2024 - 17th January 2025

Get your tickets now to discover the music of Rings and Dragons at St Mary's Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight!

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Christmas Baroque

13th December 2024

Celebrate Christmas with London Concertante as we play a selection of stunning Christmas-themed Baroque works at St Giles Cathedral on 13th December!

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Christmas Wreath Making at Hopetoun House

13th December 2024 - 14th December 2024

Get hands on at Hopetoun and create your own beautiful wreath completely from scratch using natural materials, sourced from our historic designed landscape.

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Garrett Millerick: One Trick Pony

13th December 2024

Creator and star of BBC R4’s hit new comedy ‘Do Gooders’, Garrett Millerick brings his show to The Monkey Barrel for a special one off performance on 13th December!

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Gelli Printing - the Winter Garden

13th December 2024

Celebrate the beauty of nature without being able to draw by making prints from leaves or feathers in this fun workshop run by Artisan Stitch on 13th December!

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Heriot-Watt University Christmas Carol Celebration 2024

13th December 2024

Heriot-Watt University’s beloved annual Christmas Carol Celebration returns to the Edinburgh campus on Friday 13th December.

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Hit the Road: Corin, James Low and Daisy Mack

13th December 2024

Hometown talent Corin will headline Assai Edinburgh on Friday 13th December as part of Hit the Road Tours, alongside busking sensation James Low and emerging singer songwriter Daisy Mack!

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Krampus Fest

13th December 2024 - 21st December 2024

Edinburgh Horror Festival is hosting the Krampus Fest from 13th to 22nd December at The Banshee Labyrinth.

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PorkPie

13th December 2024

Don't miss eight piece Ska band PorkPie live at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Friday 13th December!

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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Home Alone In Concert

13th December 2024

The iconic Christmas family film Home Alone will be brought to life at this special screening featuring live music from the RSNO at the Usher Hall.

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Scrambles Soft Play Christmas Party

13th December 2024

Edinburgh Leisure’s soft play parties are back this festive season and come to Scrambles on Friday 13th December!

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So Fetch - 2000s Party Xmas Special

13th December 2024

After another sold out event So Fetch is coming back to Edinburgh on Friday 13th December for a night full of 2000s magic with a Christmas twist!

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The Bluebells

13th December 2024

The Bluebells are heading out on tour this December and play The Liquid Room on Friday 13th!

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The Kairos

13th December 2024

The Kairos have announced a UK tour later in the year with a date at Sneaky Pete's on Friday 13th December!

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The Kymatiks & Mothman

13th December 2024

The Kymatiks return again for the first time since the Fringe 2022. Join them and local band Mothman for an eclectic mix of rootsy rock & roll at Bannermans Bar on 13th December!

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The Last Wolf

13th December 2024 - 14th December 2024

Performed by the Strange Town 11-14 group, The Last Wolf is a new thriller taken from the fairy tales of wolves gone by.

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The Signs - Rock Covers Band

13th December 2024

The Signs return to Dreadnought Rock on 13th December with a covers night of Rock that will have you..... rocking in no time.

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The Sleeping Beauty

13th December 2024 - 22nd December 2024

Don't miss Edinburgh People's Theatre pantomime The Sleeping Beauty at Church Hill Theatre!

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The Soup Dragons

13th December 2024

Scottish indie legends The Soup Dragons have announced a special Christmas show at The Mash House on Friday 13th December!

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TheGetDown #8

13th December 2024

Luvin'Leith Events presents TheGetDown #8 with the legendary CJ Mackintosh, former Ministry Of Sound Resident, on Friday 13th December at Leith Arches!

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Vote Christmas

13th December 2024 - 14th December 2024

The most divisive, most controversial, most hotly contested referendum of the century is upon us – a vote on the future of Christmas! Performed by the Strange Town 11-14 Friday group.

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999 with Cowboy Hunters and Shock & Awe

14th December 2024

UK punk legends 999 return to Scotland's capital to visit The Mash House on 14th December, with support from special guests Cowboy Hunters & Shock and Awe.

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A Rudsambee Christmas

14th December 2024

Come join Rudsambee for a lovely evening of old and new festive choral song from around the globe at St Marks Unitarian Church on 14th December!

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Annasach Christmas Ceilidh at the Counting House

14th December 2024

Annasach Ceilidh Band invites you to their informal Christmas Ceilidh in the hidden gem of Edinburgh’s Old Town, The Counting House, on 14th December.

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Bublé Christmas by Candlelight

14th December 2024

Featuring a live Big Band and the UK’s number one Michael Bublé tribute act, returns for an unforgettable evening of Christmas hits made famous by the one and only Michael Bublé!

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Calton Consort: Advent ‘O’ Carol

14th December 2024

Calton Consort present a candlelit concert for advent at Canongate Kirk on Saturday 14th December!

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Campervan Brewery’s Christmas Party

14th December 2024

Join us at Campervan Brewery for a fun and festive, family friendly, Christmas Party in the Taproom!

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Children’s Christmas Come and Sing

14th December 2024

Come along to St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral on 14th December for a fun, free singing afternoon for children aged P3-7, learning and singing popular Christmas Carols!

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Christmas at Greyfriars

14th December 2024

The Edinburgh Singers return to the historic Greyfriars Kirk on Saturday 14th December to present a celebration of festive music!

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Christmas at the Movies by Candlelight

14th December 2024

Join London Concertante as they celebrate the festive season through the magical world of Christmas movies at St Giles' Cathedral!

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Christmas Concert: With Gordon Cree!

14th December 2024

Join The Corstorphine Trust on Saturday 14th December for our Christmas Concert with the talented Gordon Cree, performing all your Christmas favourite toe tappers!

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Community Christmas Party - Gracemount Mansion & Walled Gardens

14th December 2024

Come along to Gracemount Mansion's annual Community Christmas Party in collaboration with Transition Edinburgh South on Saturday 14th December!

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Daniel Martinez Flamenco Company: Andalucia

14th December 2024

The award-winning Daniel Martinez Flamenco Company will conclude its tour of Andalucia, a stunning flamenco production accompanied by a chamber orchestra, at the Queen's Hall in December!

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Descriptive tour: A Royal Christmas

14th December 2024

Join us for a special descriptive Christmas Tour at the Palace of Holyroodhouse designed for visually impaired visitors.

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East Coast Cured & Bludge Wine Tasting

14th December 2024

BLUDGE has paired up with the fabulous folks at East Coast Cured to put together a wine & charcuterie tasting evening on Saturday 14th December.

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Edinburgh Bach Choir - Christmas Concert

14th December 2024

Join Edinburgh Bach Choir for their Christmas Concert on Saturday 14th December at The Parish Church of St Cuthbert!

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Edinburgh Brass Band: Music for Christmas

14th December 2024

Edinburgh Brass Band are delighted to perform our annual Christmas concert in the beautiful St John's Church on Saturday 14th December!

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Edinburgh’s Christmas Craft & Flea

14th December 2024

Shop small and shop local this Christmas by supporting local crafters and makers at the Christmas Craft & Flea on 14th December at The Pitt!

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Exclusive Family Tour at the Palace of Holyroodhouse

14th December 2024

This Christmas, join us for a magical morning at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on our exclusive, guided Christmas family tour!

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Festive Orienteering at Hailes Quarry Park

14th December 2024

Join Edinburgh Southern Orienteering Club for a family-friendly festive orienteering event at Hailes Quarry Park on Saturday 14th December!

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FoxTrail Winter Running Series Race 2

14th December 2024

Join Durty Events for the second race in the FoxTrail Winter Running Series on 14th December at Balgone Estate, North Berwick!

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Hoop Earrings with Charms - Eco- Resin Craft Workshop

14th December 2024

In this workshop run by Polymorphics, you'll delve into the art of working with eco-resin to design and create two pairs of colourful earrings with ten charms that you will mix and match!

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Jericho Hill - Johnny Cash Tribute

14th December 2024

Scotland's very own Johnny Cash Tribute Jericho Hill are back to rock at Dreadnought Rock on Saturday 14th December!

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Krampus Alternative Market

Selected dates between 14th December 2024 - 21st December 2024

The Krampus Alternative Christmas Market comes to the Most Haunted Pub in Scotland this Fest-evil season!

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Liam Withnail: Live at Monkey Barrel (Special Taping)

14th December 2024

Join Liam Withnail at Monkey Barrel on 14th December as he presents a special one off night of his classic stand up routines from over the years, to be filmed for his debut special!

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MacMuse

14th December 2024

Don't miss an unforgettable night as MacMuse, the ultimate tribute to the iconic band Muse, takes the stage to celebrate the anniversaries of two legendary albums: Showbiz and The Resistance.

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Midge Ure

14th December 2024

Experience a spectacular musical journey with Midge Ure's Catalogue: The Hits Tour at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Saturday 14th December!

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Royal Christmas Traditions: BSL Interpreted Tour

14th December 2024

Join us in the beautiful surroundings of the Palace of Holyroodhouse for this guided festive tour, exploring Royal Christmas traditions!

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Simmerdim @ Music on the Mezzanine

14th December 2024

Come along to the mezzanine at Central Library as we welcome back Simmerdim, an Edinburgh based a Capella trio, on Saturday 14th December!

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Tell Me a Story for Christmas

14th December 2024 - 15th December 2024

Join storytellers Linda Williamson, Jane Mather and Heather Yule for an hour of stories and songs inspired by and drawing from Tell Me a Story for Christmas: Traveller Tales!

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The Gift

14th December 2024 - 31st December 2024

This festive show will ignite a playfulness, inspiring children and their families to find new games together when it’s their turn to open gifts!

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Viennese Christmas Spectacular by Candlelight

14th December 2024

Brought to you by Candlelight Concerts, this special evening celebrates the magic of Christmas with a selection of beloved pieces!

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Wish Upon Wish

14th December 2024 - 15th December 2024

Every year, the Spirits of Christmas gather to grant one aggressively average child a special Christmas wish. Except they didn’t count on Bertha!

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A Family Edwardian Christmas at Lauriston Castle

15th December 2024

Join us at Lauriston Castle for our annual Christmas event where you can capture the magic of Christmas past!

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Aynsley Lister

15th December 2024

Aynsley Lister, billed as one of the most exciting contemporary Blues guitarists around today, returns to The Caves Edinburgh on Sunday 15th December!

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Aynsley Lister Band plus Support

15th December 2024

Aynsley Lister returns to The Caves with his incredible band on 15th December for another night of electrifying music that will have you hooked from the first note.

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Cash & Diamond

15th December 2024

Indulge in the ultimate musical celebration of Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond with multi award winning Pete Storm and Pete Sinclair at Le Monde Hotel on 15th December!

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Choir of King’s College Cambridge

15th December 2024

The Choir of King’s College, Cambridge is undoubtedly one of the world’s best known choral groups and you can hear them at the Usher Hall on Sunday 15th December!

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Christmas by Candlelight

15th December 2024

‘It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas’, so join us at the Assembly Rooms for this magical evening of best loved festive hits performed live by Candlelight.

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Val McDermid and Nicola Sturgeon In The Company of Books

15th December 2024

Join book lovers Nicola Sturgeon and Val McDermid with special festive guests In The Company of Books -- old favourites and new -- as they explore the joys of reading!

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Fire and Light: A Candlelight Christmas at 7 Charlotte Square

15th December 2024

Step back in time and experience the magic of Christmas in 18th and early 19th century Edinburgh at The Georgian House on Sunday 15th December!

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Frank Sanazi’s Secret White Christmas Show

Selected dates between 15th December 2024 - 22nd December 2024

Get ready for a hilarious festive celebration with Frank Sanazi’s Secret White Christmas Show in The Bier Cellar at Frankenstein.

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Full Moon Sound Bath Meditation

Selected dates between 15th December 2024 - 14th March 2025

Come and tap into living in balance with cycle of the moon and through it rediscover and strengthen your instinct and intuition at this Full Moon Sound Bath Meditation with Marcela Tršová!

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George Zacharopoulos: The Right Swipe That Ruined My Life

15th December 2024

Greece's finest stand up comedian, George Zacharopoulos, bring his show 'The Right Swipe That Ruined My Life' to Monkey Barrel Comedy!

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Jo Caulfield - A Celebration of Anger

15th December 2024

Jo Caulfield brings her new show 'A Celebration of Anger' to Frankenstein Pub on 15th December!

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Live At Christmas With Sara Pascoe

15th December 2024

The country’s best comedians are going on tour for a spectacular all-star festive show, headlined by the multi-award winning Sara Pascoe, and bring it to The Queen's Hall on 15th December!

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Scottish League Cup Final

15th December 2024

Watch the Scottish League Cup Final live at Malones! This year Celtic take on Rangers for the title in what is set to be another thrilling Glasgow derby!

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Shelton Swings at Christmas

Selected dates between 15th December 2024 - 22nd December 2024

Join multi-award winning actor and singer, Richard Shelton, at Le Monde Hotel this December for some Christmas music magic!

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Sinatra: RAW

15th December 2024

Following a sold out critically acclaimed West End season, An Offie Award nomination as Best Male Performance, Richard Shelton’s solo powerhouse Sinatra: RAW returns to Edinburgh for 2 shows only!

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Sol Bernstein ‘Still Standing’

15th December 2024

The oldest comedian still working today returns for the first time in Edinburgh in a decade for one night only and he’s ‘still standing’.

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The Amy Winehouse Band

15th December 2024

Amy Winehouse's original band led by her long term musical director Dale Davis and fronted by vocalist Bronte Shandé will play the Liquid Room on Sunday 15th December!

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The Beached Boys at Le Monde

Selected dates between 15th December 2024 - 22nd December 2024

The UK’s leading Beach Boys tribute act The Beached Boys return to Edinburgh for two special Christmas Shows at Le Monde Hotel, Edinburgh.

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Transmission: The Sound of Joy Division

15th December 2024

Forty years on, you can still relive the dark, cavernous sound of Joy Division through Transmission, the UK's number one Joy Division tribute act when they return to The Voodoo Rooms on December 15th!

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Winter Concert

15th December 2024

Colinton Amateur Orchestral Society will present their Winter Concert at Polwarth Parish Church on Sunday 15th December!

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Soundhouse: Dean Owens & The Sinners

16th December 2024

Join Leith’s favourite son and Soundhouse favourite Dean Owens for the now traditional pre Christmas show at the Traverse.

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Sounds of the Season - A Christmas Concert

16th December 2024

Join St Mary’s Music School on 16th December for an evening of music set within the beautiful surroundings of The Parish Church of St Cuthbert!

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The Bootleg Beatles

16th December 2024

Regarded the world over as being the Gold standard of Tribute, the Bootleg Beatles return to the Usher Hall this Christmas for another nostalgic whirlwind trip through the sixties.

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Toyah & Robert - Chirstmas Party

16th December 2024

Toyah Willcox and Robert Fripp are bursting out of their kitchen again, for the Christmas Party 2024 and bring it to The Queen's Hall on Monday 16th December!

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Tumbles Soft Play Christmas Party

16th December 2024

Edinburgh Leisure’s soft play parties are back this festive season and come to Tumbles on Monday 16th December!

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Greg Coulson Band

17th December 2024

Catch Greg Coulson, a multi-talented musician and entertaining singer-songwriter, at La Belle Angele on Tuesday 17th December as part of Edinburgh Blues Club!

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Kids Christmas Bauble Painting

17th December 2024

Come along to and afterschool Kids Christmas Crafting event at Brewdog Doghouse Edinburgh on 17th December!

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KuleeAngee

17th December 2024

Already making a mark in the Glasgow music scene KuleeAngee, formed by Scottish friends Duncan Grant and Keshav Kanabar, will headline Sneaky Pete's on Tuesday 17th December!

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A Candlelit Christmas Concert

18th December 2024

Join Octavoce, the award winning acappella group, for Christmas music from across the years in the atmospheric setting of St Vincent's Chapel Edinburgh on Wednesday 18th December!

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A Christmas Carol - Panto in Musselburgh

18th December 2024 - 4th January 2025

The Brunton and Wonder Fools present this exciting new pantomime set in East Lothian and inspired by Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas story.

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Buddy Holly & The Cricketers

18th December 2024

Buddy Holly and the Cricketers once again herald in the Yuletide festivities with Holly at Christmas 2024, the show that is now as traditional as mulled wine and mince pies!

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Dunedin Consort: Children’s Messiah

18th December 2024

Fun for all the family is guaranteed in Dunedin Consort’s interactive, 45-minute Children’s Messiah - specially crafted with little ears in mind!

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Dunedin Consort: Messiah

18th December 2024

There are few more uplifting ways to celebrate the festive season than to listed to the Dunedin Consort perfom Handel's Messiah!

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Karen Marshalsay: Three Scottish Harps

18th December 2024

Enjoy Scottish harp music at its best from Karen Marshalsay, a master of traditional Scottish harp music, at Stockbridge Library on Wednesday 18th December!

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SCO 2024/25: Silent Night

18th December 2024 - 19th December 2024

Join the luminous voices of the SCO Chorus under conductor Gregory Batsleer in the intimate setting of Greyfriars Kirk for a much-loved Edinburgh musical tradition.

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Screening: Pass the Spoon

18th December 2024

To celebrate Magnetic North's 25th anniversary, Fruitmarket are hosting a film screening of their spectacular production Pass The Spoon – for one night only on Wednesday 18th December!

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Stories on the Way: Darkness and Light

18th December 2024

Join some of the Scottish Storytelling Centre's amazing apprentice storytellers as they venture into the dark winter nights in search of stories to share.

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A Candlelit Christmas Concert

19th December 2024

Join Octavoce, the award winning acappella group, for Christmas music from across the years in the atmospheric setting of Morningside United Church on Thursday 19th December!

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ABBA Odyssey Christmas Party!

19th December 2024

Come dance the night away at the ABBA Odyssey Christmas Party! With something for everyone, this show is guaranteed to get you in the party spirit.

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An Evening With: Sir Alexander McCall Smith

19th December 2024

Join us for an evening with Sir Alexander McCall Smith, in aid of The Lyceum, hosted by our Artistic Director, David Greig.

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Carols by Candlelight

19th December 2024 - 21st December 2024

Opera Caledonia returns to St. Vincent’s Chapel to present Carols by Candlelight from 19th - 21st December.

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Festive Series: Whisky & Cheese Tasting

19th December 2024

This holiday season, let us welcome you for a decadent evening of whisky and cheese tasting at our warm and cosy Holyrood Distillery!

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Phil Cunningham’s Christmas Songbook

19th December 2024 - 22nd December 2024

Phil Cunningham returns to The Queen's Hall with his extremely popular annual Christmas Songbook from 19th to 22nd December!

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Rick Astley’s Swinging Christmas - A Big Band Concert

19th December 2024

Get ready to swing into Christmas! Multimillion selling global star Rick Astley has announced a very special big band tour this December with a date at the Usher Hall on the 19th!

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The Princess Concert

19th December 2024

Join us at the Assembly Rooms for a magical Christmas journey into the world of enchantment as The Princess Concert comes to Edinburgh this Christmas!

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XXL Christmas Carol Concert

19th December 2024

Bring your loved ones for a night of joy, music, and holiday cheer at The XXL Christmas Carol Concert in the Assembly Rooms on 19th December!

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ABBAMANIA Christmas Spectacular

20th December 2024

Dust off your platforms, put on your flares and come and enjoy an unforgettable night with ABBAMANIA at The Queen's Hall on 20th December!

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Christmas Magic Show: Dave Reubens

20th December 2024

Grab your Christmas jumper and favourite tipple and get in the holiday spirit with Dave Reubens’s crazy magic show full of festive cheer and cheesy tunes!

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Del Amitri

20th December 2024

Del Amitri are excited to announce a run of Scottish dates to close out the year which will include a night at the Usher Hall on Friday 20th December!

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Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at Assembly Roxy

Selected dates between 20th December 2024 - 4th July 2025

Come and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every month at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at the Assembly Roxy!

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Einaudi’s Christmas Carols by Candlelight: The Snowman

20th December 2024

Sing along with Usher Hall emerging artists Ines Mayhew-Begg and Matthew Shiel for a festive evening of Christmas carolling at the piano on 30th December at The Parish Church of St Cuthbert!

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Gershwin’s Christmas Jazz Piano by Candlelight: Rhapsody in White

20th December 2024

Come along to a swinging, toe-tapping and festive tour of jazz piano alongside jazz improv, after Christmas carols and films by award-winning pianist Matthew Shiel on 20th December!

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Quiet Houses

20th December 2024

Don't miss Quiet Houses when they play a hometown show at Cabaret Voltaire on Friday 20th December!

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Shampagne Supernova

20th December 2024

Don't miss Shampagne Supernova, an Oasis Tribute Christmas Party, at Stramash Edinburgh on 20th December!

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Victory or Die Christmas Bash

20th December 2024

Victory or Die return to jingle your tinsel this Christmas with a headline show at Dreadnought Rock on 20th December!

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Winter Solstice Sound Bath Meditation

20th December 2024

Come and reconnect with your inner self and tap into living in balance with your body and the Earth's natural cycles at this Winter Solstice Sound Bath Meditation on 20th December!

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BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra Christmas At The Movies

21st December 2024

BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra's glorious 'Christmas at the Movies' concert comes to the Usher Hall on Monday 18th December!

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Dr. Bonk’s Macarbaret

Selected dates between 21st December 2024 - 15th March 2025

Scotland's silliest surgeon, Dr. Bonk, is back with his hit SELL-OUT SHOW 'Dr Bonk's Macarbaret', an evening of drag, burlesque, music, comedy, and medical mayhem!

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Edinburgh’s Christmas: The Bubble Show

21st December 2024 - 22nd December 2024

Step right up, ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls! Mr Bubbles is coming to town, and he’s making a splash with “The Bubble Show”!

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Little Big Horns @ Music on The Mezzanine

21st December 2024

Join us on the mezzanine at Central Library as we welcome the return of Edinburgh based Little Big Horns on Saturday 21st December!

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Macastory’s Robin Hood and the Golden Arrow

21st December 2024 - 23rd December 2024

Sherwood Forest comes to the Scottish Storytelling Centre for this season's fun-filled festive Macastory Panto!

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Moving Pictures - Rush Tribute

21st December 2024

Don't miss Moving Pictures, a 3-piece tribute to Canada's finest musical exports Rush, live at La Belle Angele on Saturday 21st December!

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Paranormal Illusionist: The Discoverie of Witchcraft

21st December 2024

Join us for a descent into the realms of hell with Paranormal Illusionist Ash Pryce as you join us in the 250-year-old vaulted cinema room of Scotland's Most Haunted Pub!

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Rachel Fairburn: Work in Progress

21st December 2024

Join Rachel Fairburn at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 21st December as she tries brand new material ahead of her 2025 tour!

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Stand Up Horror

Selected dates between 21st December 2024 - 15th March 2025

Actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night. You decide what the characters do, find and sometimes - yes sometimes - even love!

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The Seance Adventure in the Banshee Vaults

21st December 2024

Join us for a dark, magical adventure into the vaults and chambers of the Banshee Labyrinth with magician Ash Pryce as you make your way around the venue taking part in a Seance!

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Voices of the Dead - Ghost Walk & Seance Show

21st December 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Take part in a unique, original ghost tour of the city on Saturday 21st December. The only one to end with a theatrical seance in Scotland's Most Haunted Pub, The Banshee Labyrinth.

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Withered Hand

21st December 2024

Don't miss Scottish indie folk-pop act Withered Hand, the solo project of singer/songwriter Dan Willson, live at Sneaky Pete's on Saturday 21st December!

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Creepy Christmas

22nd December 2024

Come along and get goosebumps on your goosebumps as you listen to two classic seasonal tales of terror that will chill you to the bone, even if the weather doesn't!

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Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols

22nd December 2024

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with a service that offers beauty and a connection to the heart of the festive season at St Michael and All Saints on 22nd December!

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Festive Afternoon Tea at the Botanics

22nd December 2024

Celebrate the season in style with an exclusive festive afternoon tea at the Royal Botanic Garden's B-Grade Listed Caledonian Hall, transformed for one exclusive afternoon into an elegant tearoom!

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Frankie Valli & the False Seasons

22nd December 2024

Back by popular demand, Frankie Valli & the False Seasons return to Frankenstein Pub on Sunday 22nd December!

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Holiday Season - Midnight Lunar Market

22nd December 2024

Welcome to the Midnight Lunar Market 'Holiday Season Edition' being held at The Voodoo Rooms on Monday 22nd December!

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Jo Caulfield - A Celebration of Anger

22nd December 2024

Jo Caulfield brings her new show 'A Celebration of Anger' to Le Monde Hotel in Edinburgh on 22nd December!

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RSNO Christmas Concert Featuring The Snowman

22nd December 2024

Join the RSNO this December for a special feast of Christmas cheer! Still Game’s Sanjeev Kohli will narrate our popular screening of the magical film!

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Secondhand Cashmere Pop Up Shop - Festive Edition!

22nd December 2024

Second Cashmere are delighted to be heading back to Maeve Edinburgh with their Secondhand Cashmere Pop Up Shop - Festive Edition on 22nd December!

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Christmas Piano by Candlelight: Moonlight Sonata

23rd December 2024

Enjoy Beethoven's iconic and haunting masterpiece performed alongside festive piano classics in the atmospheric candlelit St Vincent's Chapel on 23rd December!

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Kevin Quantum ‘Christmas Special’ with Guests

23rd December 2024 - 30th December 2024

Magician Kevin Quantum and special guests are back with astonishing illusions and big laughs in a riotously fun and magical Christmas show for the whole family at Church Hill Theatre!

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King Creosote

23rd December 2024

Equally commanding whether playing live to capacity crowds or serenading fans in the fishing pubs and pottery shops of Crail and Anstruther, don't miss King Creosote at the Usher Hall!

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SCO: Christmas Concerto and Vivaldi’s Four Seasons

23rd December 2024

Join the Scottish Candlelight Orchestra and award-winning violinist Ben Shute for a festive programme of Christmas string classics at St Vincent's Chapel Edinburgh on 23rd December!

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HWFGLow Boxing Day Special

26th December 2024

HWFG returns to Room At The Top for a Boxing Day All Day Glow Party. This is a rave you won’t want to miss!

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Qween UK

27th December 2024

Recreating the persona of Freddie with pinpoint accuracy, this electrifying tribute show is not to be missed with a superb band in the form of QWEEN UK!

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Skerryvore

27th December 2024

The multi award-winning trad-rock band Skerryvore return to the O2 Academy Edinburgh on Friday 27th December!

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The Best of Scottish Comedy - Hogmanay Specials

27th December 2024 - 2nd January 2025

Talk about doing what it says on the tin! The Stand's flagship contemporary Scottish comedy show returns for Hogmanay!

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1872 Cup: Edinburgh v Glasgow Warriors

28th December 2024

Don’t miss the chance to see the 1872 Cup lifted at Scottish Gas Murrayfield when Edinburgh v Glasgow Warriors on 28th December!

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Lateral Flow - Jingle all the way

28th December 2024

Lateral Flow are back at Dreadnought Rock on 28th December with another great collection of songs to have you rocking along in no time!

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MAD4IT Manchester Night

28th December 2024

Dust off your bucket hats as Manchester returns to Bathgate for 1 night only as we celebrate the greatest music that has come out of the city over the years with a MASSIVE Manchester Tribute night!

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The Music Of Lord Of The Rings, Game Of Thrones

28th December 2024

Experience epic and inspirational music from Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Game of Thrones and beyond, brought to life by the Royal Scottish National Orchestra and choir in this unmissable concert!

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Vida

28th December 2024

Don't miss Vida, a 6 piece collective of songwriting musicians from Clackmannanshire, when they play The Mash House on Saturday 28th December!

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Bad Manners

29th December 2024

La Belle Angele welcomes back Buster and the boys after last years amazing show! So grab your tickets quick!

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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Torchlight Procession

29th December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

The spectacular Torchlight Procession will once again light up the city with a river of fire created by 20,000 torch bearers and friends from around the world!

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Haggis Ceilidhs Hogmanay Parties

29th December 2024 - 31st December 2024

Celebrate your 2024 new years eve in style with The Haggis Chasers, one of Scotland's leading modern ceilidh bands at The Counting House!

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The Music of Zimmer vs. Williams

29th December 2024

Enjoy an epic concert celebrating the very best epic scores from two of the greatest film composers of all time at the Usher Hall on 29th December!

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Tiff Stevenson: Husband Material

29th December 2024

Tiff Stevenson tells you why she’d make a good husband. There are also jokes about her actual husband in her new show 'Husband Material' at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 29th December!

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Aladdin: Adult Panto

30th December 2024

See our pantomime cast take you through the story of “Oor Aladdin” but with a sinister twist at the Reconnect Regal Theatre on Monday 30th December!

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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay: Night Afore Disco Party

30th December 2024

Global smash-hit and time-travelling DJ sensation Hot Dub Time Machine returns to Edinburgh’s Hogmanay for the first time in a decade to headline this year’s Night Afore Disco Party.

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The Scottish Fiddle Orchestra

30th December 2024

Join in the fun and enjoy the party atmosphere of a traditional Scottish Hogmanay at the Scottish Fiddle Orchestra's annual festive concert!

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Day Fever New Year’s Eve

31st December 2024

Day Fever heads to the O2 Academy Edinburgh on 31st December for a very special daytime New Year's Eve show!

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Dr. Bonk’s Hogmanay Macarbaret

31st December 2024

Scotland's silliest surgeon is back with his hit sell-out show Dr Bonk's Hogmanay Macarbaret: an evening of drag, burlesque, music, comedy, and medical mayhem!

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Dreadnoughtrock: Hogmanay Party

31st December 2024

Join us at Scotland's longest running rock club and rock into 2025 Dreadnought Style!

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Edinburgh’ Hogmanay: Street Party – Silent Adventures Mega Silent Disco

31st December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Edinburgh’s Hogmanay and Silent Adventures are delighted to present the return of the Silent Adventures Mega Silent Disco for this year’s Edinburgh Hogmanay!

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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Concert in the Gardens

31st December 2024

Concert in the Gardens presents the very best in live music, fireworks and illumination for a world-class event experience to say farewell to 2024 and help us jump into 2025.

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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party

31st December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

The world-famous Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party returns to the historic city centre, to once again light-up the Edinburgh skies!

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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay: Bairns New Year Revels

31st December 2024
Edinburgh New Town

A special Bairn’s New Year Revels allows young party-goers a chance to join the celebrations with a huge family ceilidh, live music, dancing and Hogmanay fun for all.

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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay: Candlelit Concert at St. Giles’ Cathedral

31st December 2024

Come along to a festive celebration in the candlelit atmosphere of St Giles' Cathedral on 31st December!

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Haggis Ceilidhs Hogmanay Party

31st December 2024

Celebrate your 2024 new years eve in style with The Haggis Chasers, one of Scotland's leading modern ceilidh bands at the O2 Academy Edinburgh!

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Hogmanay Ball

31st December 2024 - 31st January 2025

Ring in the New Year with elegance and excitement at the Norton House Hogmanay Ball.

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Hogmanay Celebrations at Contini George Street

31st December 2024

Celebrate New Year in sumptuous style at Contini George Street's annual New Year’s Eve dinner with post-dinner entertainment!

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Hogmanay Extravaganza at The Pitt

31st December 2024

Join us at The Pitt for an epic night of fun, food, fire, live music, laughter, a ceilidh and lots of surprises as we bid farewell to 2024 and welcome 2025 with open arms!

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Hogmanay in Heights

31st December 2024

Raise a glass to 2025 in style and with the best view in town at our Hogmanay Bash at Apex Grassmarket Hotel is in our fabulous Heights suite!

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Hogmanay Party at Edinburgh Street Food

31st December 2024

Ready for an unforgettable Hogmanay 2024 in the heart of Edinburgh? Then Edinburgh Street Food is the place to be!

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Hogmanay: Feeva & The Diversions

31st December 2024

Bring in the bells at Dalkeith Miners Club this Hogmanay, with 2x fantastic live bands you can dance, celebrate & start 2025 with a BANG!

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Mad Ferret Hogmanay Party

31st December 2024

Bring in the bells this Hogmanay with up-beat Scots/Irish Folk music by The Mad Ferret Band at Stramash!

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New Years Eve- Around the world

31st December 2024

Join us at The Three Sisters Edinburgh as we start the New Year celebrations from 9am til 5am and see in the bells in every time zone around the world!

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Pre Hogmanay Street Party Dining Experience at The Scottish Cafe & Restaurant 2024

31st December 2024

Join Contini at The Scottish Cafe & Restaurant for a Pre Hogmanay Street Party Dining Experience with guaranteed Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party ticket!

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Prestonfield Hogmanay Ball

31st December 2024 - 1st January 2025

Welcome in the New Year in traditional Prestonfield style with a Champagne reception, lavish four-course Hogmanay dinner and Celtic cabaret!

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Spook Show: New Year’s Eve Ghost Magic

31st December 2024

Paranormal Illusionist Ash Pryce invites you to join him for a spooky evening with the world of ghosts this New Year’s Eve!

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Stand Up Horror: New Year’s Eve

31st December 2024

Actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth for this Stand Up Horror 'New Year’s Eve' event at the Banshee Labyrinth!

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Toasting the New Year in Style!

31st December 2024

Step into the New Year with The Scotch Malt Whisky Society and bid farewell to 2024 in style!

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VEGAS! The Grand Hogmanay Ball

31st December 2024

Say farewell to 2024, and welcome in 2025 at The Vegas Grand Hogmanay Ball in the Voodoo Rooms Edinburgh!

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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:

Royal Ballet and Opera - Cinderella - Cinema Screening

Royal Ballet and Opera - Cinderella - Cinema Screening

16th December 2024

Catch a special screening of this new production of the much-loved Royal Ballet fairytale classic, Cinderella at Eastwood Park Theatre!

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Broom Church Community Christmas Tree Switch On

Broom Church Community Christmas Tree Switch On

1st December 2024

Broom Church will host their annual Community Christmas Tree Switch On event for 2024 on Sunday 1st December!

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The Community Hub Barrhead: MacMillan Cancer Drop-in

The Community Hub Barrhead: MacMillan Cancer Drop-in

Selected dates between 6th November 2024 - 11th December 2024

Have you or a Family member recently been diagnosed with cancer? Macmillan Cancer Support are here to help you access tailored information and support at their weekly drop-in in Barrhead.

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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:

James Yorkston - Live Music

James Yorkston - Live Music

7th December 2024

The brilliant James Yorkston plays a very rare East Neuk gig at Futtle on Saturday 7th December!

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Cowdenbeath Community Theatre: Puss In Boots

Cowdenbeath Community Theatre: Puss In Boots

5th December 2024 - 7th December 2024

Join Cowdenbeath Community Theatre this December for a purr-fectly delightful family pantomime adventure as they bring the classic tale of Puss In Boots to life with a whimsical twist.

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Craig Campbell: Raging Gracelessly

Craig Campbell: Raging Gracelessly

19th December 2024

Craig Campbell, CanaDUHs most hilariously uncompromising fornicator of (consenting) mooses, brings his reenergised latest lap of hilarity Raging Gracelessly to Markinch Town Hall on 19th December!

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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:

The Winter Collection

The Winter Collection

26th November 2024 - 31st January 2025

Join Gerber Fine Art for The Winter Collection 2024-25, a vibrant, mixed exhibition of 19th-21st century fine art!

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WICM Presents: Carol With Us This Christmas

WICM Presents: Carol With Us This Christmas

1st December 2024

Join Women In Chamber Music for a festive evening of carols and Christmas favourites, as well as some tunes to sing along to on Sunday 1st December!

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Blessing of the Crib

Blessing of the Crib

4th December 2024

The Lord Provost of Glasgow is delighted to welcome all to join the Blessing of the Crib in George Square on Wednesday 4th December!

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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:

Santa’s Magical Circus

Santa’s Magical Circus

23rd November 2024 - 24th December 2024

Back by popular demand, with a whole new Christmas performance... Santa's Magical Circus returns to M&Ds Scotland's Theme Park this festive season!

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Aladdin

Aladdin

29th November 2024 - 31st December 2024

Motherwell Theatre's are excited to announce that this year's Christmas panto with Spillers Pantomimes will return to Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility!

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Afternoon Tea With Santa

Afternoon Tea With Santa

14th December 2024

What better way to kick off your festive season than to enjoy afternoon tea in the festively decorated 18th century Assembly Room at Low Parks Museum, then visit Santa by the fireside!

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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:

Buddy Holly & The Cricketers

Buddy Holly & The Cricketers

8th December 2024

Celebrating over 30 years on the road, Buddy Holly and the Cricketers bring an afternoon of infectious energy and signature 1950's rockabilly sounds to Paisley Town Hall!

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Erskine Health Walk

Erskine Health Walk

Selected dates between 18th April 2024 - 19th December 2024

Join Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project in Erskine on Thursday afternoons for their inclusive health walk!

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Paisley’s Cosy Christmas Trail

Paisley’s Cosy Christmas Trail

28th November 2024 - 5th January 2025

Help find and name all of Paisley First's cute and cosy Christmas characters hiding in local business windows and you could win a prize with their FREE Christmas Trail!

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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:

Scottish Ensemble: Concerts by Candlelight

Scottish Ensemble: Concerts by Candlelight

12th December 2024

In the depths of winter warm your soul and explore a rich selection of music, which weaves between past and present,

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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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BC Camplight (solo piano show)

BC Camplight (solo piano show)

18th December 2024

BC Camplight, considered one of indie music’s most forward-thinking artists, plays The Tolbooth Stirling on 18th December!

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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 7th January 2024 - 22nd December 2024

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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Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair

Selected dates between 3rd February 2024 - 8th December 2024

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for its 19th year to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!

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Kilmarnock Farmers Market

Kilmarnock Farmers Market

Selected dates between 17th February 2024 - 21st December 2024

Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!

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Largs Market

Largs Market

Selected dates between 2nd March 2024 - 21st December 2024

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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Mini Craft Market

Mini Craft Market

Selected dates between 1st June 2024 - 7th December 2024

Visit eight select small craft businesses at the Mini Market and get to know the people behind the products and support small business!

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Handmade in Ayr Market

Handmade in Ayr Market

Selected dates between 31st August 2024 - 8th December 2024

Handmade in Ayr is a creative monthly market showcasing the best of Ayrshire arts and crafts at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, featuring quality Ayrshire & Scottish makers!

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Highlight Talks

Highlight Talks

Selected dates between 11th September 2024 - 18th June 2025

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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WinterStorm

WinterStorm

28th November 2024 - 1st December 2024

WinterStorm is a four day celebration of classic rock, metal, blues and more held in Troon Concert Hall on the west coast of Scotland since 2016!

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Kilmarnock Christmas Festival

Kilmarnock Christmas Festival

1st December 2024
Kilmarnock

Kilmarnock's Christmas Festival is coming to town on Sunday 1st December! Mark the date in your diary as it promises to be festive treat for all the family.

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Christmas Spa Night at Marine Troon

Christmas Spa Night at Marine Troon

3rd December 2024

Get in the festive spirit with mini treatments, drinks, canapés and ishga goodie bags, and start your festive shopping at The Spa at Marine Troon!

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Starry Nights at Dean Castle

Starry Nights at Dean Castle

6th December 2024 - 23rd December 2024

Magical illuminated Christmas experience Starry Nights will return to Dean Castle Country Park this December, providing outdoor festive fun for friends and family alike!

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FREE Lind & Lime Gin In-Store Tasting

FREE Lind & Lime Gin In-Store Tasting

7th December 2024

Situated next to The Royal Yacht Britannia, Lind & Lime distillery is set to be a key tourist attraction in Edinburgh. Find out all about it at this free tasting in Geraldo's!

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Jingle Owl The Way

Jingle Owl The Way

7th December 2024 - 8th December 2024

Santa, the elves and his feathery owl friends are making their way to Burns Cottage for this magical Christmas event!

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Psychic, Holistic & Craft Fayre

Psychic, Holistic & Craft Fayre

7th December 2024

With loads of hand crafted items at affordable prices the Psychic, Holistic & Craft Fayre is a brilliant place to buy special gifts & have a session with one of the specialist healers!

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Glorious Failure

Glorious Failure

12th December 2024

Glasgow's Glorious Failure play a headline show in Ayr at Venue38 on Thursday 12th December alongside Lanscapes & Landslides, and fledgling act HalfTime!

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A Christmas Tale With Santa

A Christmas Tale With Santa

14th December 2024 - 22nd December 2024

A magical extravaganza awaits at Kelburn Castle & Estate this festive season... come along for a A Christmas Tale With Santa!

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Christmas Capers at Dundonald Castle

Christmas Capers at Dundonald Castle

14th December 2024

Get ready for a magical day of festive family fun at Dundonald Castle on Saturday 14th December, with the highlight of the day... a special visit with Santa himself!

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Crosshouse Children’s Fund Santa’s Grotto

Crosshouse Children’s Fund Santa’s Grotto

Selected dates between 14th December 2024 - 22nd December 2024

Meet Father Christmas and his elves in Crosshouse Children's Fund's magical grotto at Ayr Central, and receive a special gift from the man himself!

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FREE Lindores Abbey Whisky In-Store Tasting

FREE Lindores Abbey Whisky In-Store Tasting

14th December 2024

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

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FREE Loch Lomond Whisky & Gin In-Store Tasting

FREE Loch Lomond Whisky & Gin In-Store Tasting

21st December 2024

This free in-store tasting in Geraldo's of Largs is the excellent opportunity to sample some of the award-winning tipples from Loch Lomond Distillery!

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