Events in Edinburgh on 25 January 2026
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Events in Edinburgh
Alfred Buckham: Daredevil Photographer
Take to the skies and discover the world from above the clouds through the remarkable work of Alfred Buckham: Daredevil Photographer at the National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait.
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Almost Impossible 2.0: Martin Brock
Martin Brock is back at the Fringe with an electrifying, one-of-a-kind spectacle of slick, mind-bending magic, laugh-out-loud comedy, cutting-edge video production and astonishing illusions!
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An Edinburgh Burns Night at The Real Mary King’s Close
Join us at The Real Mary King's Close for a unique Burns Night experience filled with poetry, history, Scottish dishes and Scotch whisky!
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ARTIST ROOMS
Discover three of the biggest names in modern and contemporary art at Modern One this summer with a series of free ARTIST ROOMS displays in Edinburgh.
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Big Fat Quiz & Wine Tasting of the Year
Celebrate the start of a new year by grabbing a few of your smartest friends and competing in a pub quiz while also enjoying a wine tasting at Mara on Sunday 25th January!
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Blood and Guts: The Twists and Turns of Edinburgh’s Medical History - Walking Tour
Join Surgeons' Hall Museums on their 5* weekend walking tour through Edinburgh’s old town and hear tales of old Edinburgh, disease, dissection and curious methods of treatment!
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Brick and Sip - A LEGO Workshop with Alcohol
Presented by Brick and Sip, come along to The Gilded Saloon and live your childhood dreams of being a LEGO® Master Builder, while fulfilling your adult dreams of having a drink!
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Burns Night at The George IV Bar
Join the team at the George IV Bar on Sunday 25th January for a night of Whisky, Haggis and Burns belters... guid cheer, guid meat, guid company - and guid poetry!
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Burns Night at The Ivy
From 19th until 25th January, The Ivy on the Square, Edinburgh will host a week-long Burns celebration with locally inspired dishes, live music and convivial Scottish spirit!
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Burns Night Experience
The Lost Close invites you to experience Burns Night in a way few ever will with an intimate evening of Scottish heritage, exceptional whiskies, and captivating storytelling!
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Burns Supper
This is not your average Burns Supper at Brewhemia Edinburgh, it's for those who prefer their culture loud and their celebrations late!
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Burns’ Night Supper
Join us at The Three Sisters Edinburgh for a traditional Burns’ Supper honouring the life and legacy of Robert Burns, an evening steeped in culture, poetry, and great food!
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Celebrating Burns
Come along to Edinburgh Castle on 25th January to find out more about the bard and some of his works!
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Coburg Kiln II
Featuring both emerging and established makers, the Coburg Kiln II exhibition foregrounds practices that test endurance, precision, and intuition at the limits of form and process.
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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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Croftathon: Leith’s Own Backyard Ultra
Join the Earth in Common's Croftathon on Sunday 25th January to run, walk, or relay at Leith Links and help raise £10,000 to keep Leith Community Croft thriving for 2026!
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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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Dance Fit Class
Ready to boost your energy and have fun? Join Earth In Common for this Dance Fit Workshop – a high-energy, feel-good session that blends easy-to-follow dance moves with fitness exercises!
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Dear Library
To mark our 100th birthday, the National Library of Scotland presents a special exhibition, 'Dear Library'.
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Drawing the Italian Renaissance
This exhibition at The Palace of Holyroodhouse, brings together a wide range of drawings from this revolutionary artistic period, including 45 drawings never exhibited in Scotland before.
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Easy Sundays: Burns Family Ceilidh
Celebrate Burns' birthday with family and friends and dance Scottish dances and sing well-known songs with the Minnow Ceilidh Band on Sunday 25th January!
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Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market
The Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market is the longest running car boot in the city... sell your unwanted goods to 1000s of bargain hunters and make extra cash!
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Edinburgh Nuclear Bunker Tour
Don't miss an amazing opportunity to see part of Scotland's Cold War History on the Barnton Nuclear Bunker Tours every Saturday and Sunday!
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Edinburgh Open House Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh Open House Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, held in the Royal British Legion Hall! Great informal fun night suitable for all ages (10yrs+).
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Edinburgh Zoo Giant Lanterns
Edinburgh Zoo's award-winning Giant Lanterns event is back this winter, for the first time in six years, with a never-before-seen theme, featuring all things aquatic!
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Exhibition: Scotland at Night
This exhibition at the Scottish Storytelling Centre is a captivating compilation of night photography highlighting the beauty, geology and compelling history of Edinburgh and beyond.
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Fabulous Old Town Tour
This free walking tour is fun and funny, performed by local independent tour guides, it will really help you to know the city and understand something about what life is all about!
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Hays Community Education Courses (Free and accredited)
Hays Community Hub is excited to launch a brand-new learning opportunity designed to support you every step of the way.
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Hays Community Hub Volunteer drop in
Interested in volunteering? Them come along to Hays Community Hub Volunteer drop in day on Thursday 20th November - we’d love to welcome you to the team!
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Hooked: 500 Years of Addiction
From heroin to gambling, from alcohol to love, explore the history of addiction at Hooked, an exhibition at the Physicians' Gallery.
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Innis & Runn: Rabbies Race
Join Innis & Gunn on Sunday 25th January for a fun, social 5K weaving through Edinburgh's beautiful streets and past some of the city's best-known links to Robert Burns!
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Joanne Shaw Taylor
Experience the magic of Joanne Shaw Taylor and her incredible band as they deliver a powerhouse performance featuring songs from her latest album, 'Black & Gold'.
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Jubilate Children’s Choir
Jubilate is St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral's new junior choir, held every Friday during term time in the Song School on the Cathedral grounds.
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KAZrobertson jewellery spotlight
KAZrobertson will take over the Coburg House SPOTlight, showing off her collection of colour popping palettes combined with a signature inlay of mismatching spotty and stripy designs.
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Kitchen Herbcraft: Make Your Own Remedies For Winter Wellness
Join expert herbalist Wendy Kelly at Leith Community Croft for a fun, hands-on herbal remedies workshop to boost your natural healing skills!
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Live Music at The Botanist
The Botanist hosts live music from Thursday to Sunday every week! From acoustic singles, duos, trios and full band, we have it all.
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Making a Statement: Craft & Activism in Edinburgh
This colourful and vibrant exhibition brings together historic objects and contemporary protest material to explore the recent explosion of 'Craftivism' in Edinburgh.
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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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Méabh Breathnach
In Bodies of Work (in progress), Méabh Breathnach uses ceramics, metal and the body as materials, tools, and sources of inspiration in the creation of both sculptural and functional objects.
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Michael Fullerton
A major exhibition by Glasgow-born artist Michael Fullerton comes to the City Arts Centre!
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Mindfulness Based Wellbeing Retreat
Join The Mindful Enterprise for this reinvigorating day of mindfulness practices, in the stunning surroundings of Dalkeith Country Park.
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Out of Chaos: Post-War Scottish Art 1945-2000
Scheduled to complement John Bellany: A Life in Self-Portraiture, this survey exhibition examines the wider context of post-war Scottish art.
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Paper Trails
Paper Trails presents a focused selection of works on paper by &Gallery’s represented artists this January.
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Parkaeology
Join archaeologist Rachel Pickering on Sunday 25th January and hear about the history and archaeology of Holyrood Park!
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Picking up the Thread: The Past, Present and Future of Tapestry
Dovecot is delighted to welcome a wonderful variety of artists to show their work in The British Tapestry Group’s celebration of its 20th anniversary.
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Press To Pulp [WIP]
Press To Pulp (WIP) is a comedy for fans of the absurd, mystery stories and noir films in the Raymond Chandler tradition, performed by the Edinburgh Rep Company at Augustine United Church.
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Royal Mile International Piano Series
Set against the magnificent backdrop of St Giles’ Cathedral — illuminated by candlelight - these concerts promise an unforgettable musical experience!
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Rugby for Beginners
Corstorphine Cougars are running free beginners classes every Tuesday for Females of all ages who would like to try Rugby!
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Sam Avery: Thunderstorm
Back with a bang, award-winning comedian Sam Avery returns with his electrifying new show, Thunderstorm! Catch him at The Stand Edinburgh on Sunday 25 January!
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Small Paintings
Small Paintings, now in its 12th year, features over 500 small, original paintings from some of Scotland's most notable contemporary artists. Catch it at Morningside Gallery from 17th January!
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Snowdrop and Spring Interest Walks
Experience the scents, sights, and emerging delights of early spring on a guided Snowdrop and Spring Interest Walk through the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh!
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Society of Scottish Artists Annual Exhibition
Film, sculpture, ceramics, textiles, paintings and prints by contemporary and emerging artists from across Scotland and overseas feature in this extensive and thought provoking exhibition.
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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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Susan Morrison is historically funny
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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TBC Improv UK: Intro to Improv Course (101)
TBC Improv's 'Into to Improv Course' is your invitation to explore the fundamentals of improvisation in a supportive, playful environment on this 8 week course — no experience needed.
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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 Burns Project
Join us at The Georgian House for the Edinburgh Fringe sold-out hit show 'The Burns Project', an immersive Burns Supper experience like no other, exploring the man behind the legend!
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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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Tim’rous Beasties Burns Night
Celebrate Burns Night with an adult-only evening at Edinburgh Zoo featuring animal encounters, a traditional hearty Burns supper, and entry to the spectacular Giant Lanterns trail!
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Transient Moments: The City, The Sky, and the Space Between
Experience the magic of the fleeting made eternal at The Atelier Gallery's newest exhibition, featuring the breathtaking works of Fee Dickson Reid and Daniel Roy Sharples!
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Turner in January
Following the incredible success of last year's blockbuster exchange with the National Gallery of Ireland, Scotland's own much-loved Turners are back in Edinburgh for 2026!
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Unmasked: Exploring Scottish Portraiture
Featuring examples of painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking and photography, the exhibition at City Art Centre spans almost 400 years of artistic production.
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Vibrant Viki’s Messy Art Club
Vibrant Viki’s Messy Art Club is a lively, hands-on creative experience designed especially for children under five who love to explore, play, and get wonderfully messy.
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We Are The Witches. We Are, Hear
This is an exhibition of textile artwork by 70 wise women artist using their craft to Challenge, Disturb and Disrupt. Catch it at The House of Smalls in August!
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Wedding Showcase at Hopetoun House
Recently engaged and looking for your dream wedding venue? Join the experienced team at Hopetoun House for their Wedding Showcase on Sunday 25th January!
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Zoo-fari Tours
Discover the wonders of Edinburgh Zoo on a fun 60-minute guided tour filled with amazing animal facts and inspiring global conservation stories... perfect for wildlife lovers of all ages!
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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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Adult Sunday Sessions: Painting Atmospheric Landscapes into the Light, In Oils
Learn techniques on how to create an atmospheric, landscape painting looking against the light for great artistic effect, at The Wee Art Studio in Clarkston on Sunday 25th January!
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Eglinton Arms Hotel Wedding Show
Planning your wedding and on the hunt for the perfect venue? Come along to the Eglinton Arms Wedding Show on Sunday 25th January!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
The Herring Year : Following the Fish, the Fleet and the Folk around the Coast
Every year the shoals of herring moved around the coasts of Britain and every year an army of workers followed them. This exhibition, by local artist Jake Brown, illustrates the routes they took.
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Rosyth Community Market
Come along to Rosyth Community Market, Fife's largest monthly market, with a fabulous selection of stalls selling a huge variety of food, crafts and more!
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From These Parts: Scotland, Art and Identity
Join us at Wardlaw Museum for this exhibition and uncover Scotland’s identity through the creativity of its artists!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
The Climbing Academy - FREE Glasgow Open Days
This January, The Climbing Academy (TCA) is throwing open its doors for some FREE Open Days, if you've ever wanted to try climbing, this is your perfect chance to get involved!
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Free After School Tennis Club for Ages 4-5
Calling all little tennis stars born in 2021 & 2022! Join Hillhead Tennis Club for a fun-filled introduction to tennis at their Free After School Club, designed especially for ages 4–5!
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Pottery Wheel: Group Introduction Class
Join The Craft Pottery Studio for one of their regular introduction to making ceramic forms using the potter's wheel sessions!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
The Radiohead Project
The Radiohead Project is a stunning live tribute show that celebrates one of the greatest bands of all time... don't miss it at Airdrie Town Hall on Sunday 25th January!
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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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Chatelherault Market
Held weekly on Sundays from 10am - 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:
Battery Park Junior Parkrun
Battery Park Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Battery Park, Greenock!
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Deco
The Art Department is delighted to announce a new exhibition Deco, exploring the Art Deco movement, stemming back to the early twentieth century when Art Deco first burst onto the world stage.
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Boyle School of Irish Dance New Class
Is your little one ready to jump, hop, and dance their way into the wonderful world of Irish dancing? Join Boyle School of Irish Dance for their new classes in Paisley, beginning on 20th October!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Inspiring the Nation: 300 years of Libraries in Scotland
Celebrate a century of the National Library of Scotland Act by exploring how libraries evolved from private collections into vibrant, innovative hubs at the very heart of our communities!
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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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Aerial Yoga
Feeling inspired to try something new or expand your existing practice? Then join Andriani's Ahimsa Yoga at 3 Wellgreen Lane, Stirling for these Aerial Yoga classes on Mondays & Tuesdays!
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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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