Events in Edinburgh on 19 January 2025
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Events in Edinburgh
Artie’s Singing Kettle - All Scottish Singalong
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable celebration of Scottish music and tradition when Artie's Singing Kettle comes to the Howden Park Centre on Sunday 19th January!
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‘Magical Edinburgh’ with Edinburgh Young Carers: An Exhibition of Photographic Illusions
Magical images created by young carers are on show in a special free-to-see exhibition of photographic illusions as part of Edinburgh’s 15th annual MagicFest.
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Bruce Fummey - Scotland Built The World WIP
Scotland’s hysterical, historical tour guide is back with a work in progress show. Catch him at The Stand, Edinburgh on 19th January!
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Cab-arette Showtour
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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Celebrating 40 Years of Scotland’s Photography Collection
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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Clown Extravaganza
Catch Phil O'Shea and friends perform ridiculous, experimental clown and comedy in the Banshee Labyrinth Cinema Room on Friday 17th January!
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Coburg Kiln
Join us at Coburg House for an inspiring ceramics exhibition, where a vibrant array of talent comes together to showcase their artistry!
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Cold War Scotland
Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict.
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Conservation Hangar Talks
See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
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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Dürer to Van Dyck: Drawings from Chatsworth House
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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Edinburgh Steiner Teacher Development
Edinburgh Steiner School is offering this Teacher Development course starting on 13th September.
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Escape the Past: The Anatomist
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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Escape the Past: The Deacon’s Cabinet
From Escape The Past comes a new escape room 'The Deacon’s Cabinet', a historical heist escape room which challenges you to outsmart the infamous Deacon Brodie!
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Everlyn Nicodemus
Everlyn Nicodemus opens her first retrospective exhibition, at National Galleries of Scotland: Modern One in Edinburgh.
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Flamenco Dance Class Programme
Alba Flamenca's Flamenco dance classes with amazing flamenco dance teachers ready to welcome everyone from beginners to advanced!
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Hogmanay Ball
Ring in the New Year with elegance and excitement at the Norton House Hogmanay Ball.
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Hope/Dòchas: Castle Mills Members’ Show 4
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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Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening
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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Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland
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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January Blues Festival: KING KING
King King have already been saluted as 'the best blues-rock band in the world', don't miss them live at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Sunday 9th January!
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Jonny Walker: A shard in my eye’
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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Longarm Quilting Workshops
Experience the joy of longarm quilting with a bespoke workshop with professional quilter Claire Sowton at Cloud Quilting!
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Maps: Memories from the Second World War
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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Mindful Movement: 5-week course
Join Karma Yoga Edinburgh at the new OMH Therapies location in Atholl Place for this 5 week Mindful Movement course starting on Saturday 11th January!
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Monumental Treasure Hunt: West Princes Street Gardens
Welcome to the Monument-al Treasure Hunt in West Princes Street Gardens Edinburgh, a cultural & historical exploration for children & adults of all ages to enjoy.
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Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale
The early bird catches the bargains... come and bag a bargain or earn some pennies from a recent clear out at the weekly Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale on Sunday mornings!
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Penny Hunt: Pathways Through Time (exhibition inspired by droveroads)
This exhibition by artist Penny Hunt was inspired by droveroads and it's showing now at Birch Tree Gallery.
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Ptolemy Mann: Woven Colour
Dovecot Studios is delighted to present artist, Ptolemy Mann, as she returns to Scotland with her new exhibition 'Woven Colour'!
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Scottish Dance Classes for Children
Let your child explore music, rhythm, and movement in a fun and welcoming environment at the RSCDS Edinburgh's Saturday morning Scottish Dance Classes in Greenbank Church Hall!
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Shining a Light: A History of Nursing Support Workers: Exhibition
Discover the fascinating history of nursing support work and celebrate the contribution that nursing support workers continue to make today.
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Showtime @ The Comedy Attic
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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Small Paintings 2025
Small Paintings, now in its 11th year, features almost 500 small, original paintings from some of Scotland’s most notable contemporary artists. Catch it at Morningside Gallery from 18th January!
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Stockbridge Market
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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The 144th Open Annual Exhibition of the RSW
Some of the top artists in Scotland show their work at the 144th Open Annual Exhibition of the Royal Scottish Society of Painters in Watercolour, in the stunning setting of the RSA Upper Galleries!
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The Big Show
Enjoy a night of top stand-up comedy at The Big Show every weekend at Monkey Barrel Comedy, come see a line-up featuring outstanding local, national, and international comedians!
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The Comedy Cellar at Canon’s Gait
Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," as we have the craic every night, hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter!
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The Craft of Couture: Victor Edelstein designs for Anna Miller
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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The Luxury Scottish Wedding Show
The Luxury Scottish Wedding Show is delighted to be taking over one of Edinburgh city centre's largest and most impressive venues - The Assembly Rooms - on Sunday 19th January.
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The Merchant Of Venice
The Royal Lyceum presents the Theatre for a New Audience production of The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare, featuring John Douglas Thompson as Shylock.
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The Sunday Night Laugh-In
Round off the weekend with our comedy cocktail which has the emphasis on the chilled and the laid back. At least five acts on each bill ensure variety and great value.
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Through Line
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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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland
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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TuFlamenco is Back with More Flamenco Magic! Course 2024/25
Ignite your passion with TuFlamenco dance classes for adults and children, now returning bigger and better!
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Turner in January: Ireland’s Vaughan Bequest
National Galleries of Scotland is kicking off the 250th birthday of much-loved artist, Joseph Mallord William Turner (1775-1851), with a once-in-a-lifetime, free exhibition!
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Whisky Tasting and Tales
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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Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun
Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Rouken Glen Park!
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Cinema Screening: Royal Ballet and Opera - The Tales of Hoffman
Four women: four curious love stories. Juan Diego Flórez leads a fantastic cast in Offenbach's dream-like opera, The Tales Of Hoffman, being screened at Eastwood Park Theatre!
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East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Kirkcaldy Boot and Mart
Kirkcaldy Boot and Mart at Mitchelston Industrial Estate is an indoor and outdoor market held every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday... all welcome!
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Joseph Noel Paton An Artist’s Life – From Dunfermline to the Royal Court
Dunfermline Carnegie Library and Galleries welcomes home one of its own with a major exhibition devoted to the life and work of Sir Joseph Noel Paton.
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New Years Eve Yoga & Self-care Retreat
Join us at Centre for Positive Change on New Years Eve for a sacred evening of immersive self-care and profound relaxation!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Memoirs Event
Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon when Ringwood Publishing host their Memoirs Event at Hillhead Library on Sunday 19th January!
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Lyle Lovett and Jon Muq
American songwriter, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums, don't miss him live with Jon Muq at Celtic Connections 2025!
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Frigg with BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Finnish folk supremos Frigg will be joined by the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra in this special Celtic Connections show at Glasgow's City Halls!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks
Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regular health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!
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Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra
Hear the future of jazz in Scotland and further afield as the musicians of the Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra showcase their prodigious talent at Lanternhouse!
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Chatelherault Market
Held weekly on Sundays from 9.30am - 3pm, Chatelherault Market showcases the best produce Scotland has to offer!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Snowman Treasure Hunt
Explore the woodland trail and search for the hidden wooden snowmen on RSPB Lochwinnoch's wintry treasure hunt taking place during January!
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Murder Mystery Afternoon - You Only Die Once
Join the team from Paisley Heritage at Be Capri on Sunday 19th January for their You Only Die Once Murder Mystery Afternoon!
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Battery Park Junior Parkrun
Battery Park Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Battery Park, Greenock!
READ MOREEvents in Stirling
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
NCL Art Exhibition
NCL HND Art and Design students are hosting their first external exhibition of the year in collaboration with Made in Stirling from 16th to 20th January.
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The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith
This exhibition showcases some of The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum’s remarkable art collection.
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Yoga for Stress and Anxiety
Yoga for Stress and Anxiety is a 6 week block of classes starting on Sunday 19th January at The Yoga Tree, Stirling!
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
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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