Events in Edinburgh in February 2026
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Events in Edinburgh
Arthur’s Secrets
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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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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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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Syrian Supper Club
Come and join the Cyrenians for their delicious Syrian food cooked with love by their award winning chef Noura Selibi!
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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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Chinese Dumplings with Shuxin
You have another chance! Join Shuxin at Flavour and Haver Cook School and learn how to make delicious dumplings!
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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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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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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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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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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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MC Hammersmith and Friends
Multi-award winning freestyle rap comedian MC Hammersmith presents an evening of improvised comedy raps based entirely on your suggestions. And he will also be joined by his friends!
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Beethoven Sonatas by Candlelight
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional early evening piano recital at the beautiful candlelit venue of St Giles' Cathedral!
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Yoga in the Dark at The Kimpton Hotel
Step into the heart of Edinburgh for a little self care magic with Yoga in the Dark at The Kimpton Hotel, Charlotte Square!
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Royal Mile Chamber Music Series
The Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series returns to St Giles, Cathedral for its second season, following a widely acclaimed launch.
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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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Holyrood Family Adventure
Discover more about Holyrood's wildlife, history and volcanic landscape with these fun filled sessions in the dramatic landscape of Holyrood Park.
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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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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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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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Michael Fullerton
A major exhibition by Glasgow-born artist Michael Fullerton comes to the City Arts Centre!
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Twilight In Concert: The Film With Live Band
Step into the world of Twilight (2008) like never before with Twilight in Concert, a cinematic live-to-film event that brings the beloved saga to life through live music.
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Transatlantic Sessions
One of Celtic Connections’ most enduring and beloved institutions, Transatlantic Sessions returns to the Usher Hall on 2nd February.
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Carlos Acosta’s Nutcracker In Havana
A Cuban take on the favourite festive classic, Carlos Acosta’s brand-new production Nutcracker in Havana explodes onto the Festival Theatre stage on 3rd & 4th February!
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Louis CK - Ridiculous
Emmy and Grammy Award winner Louis CK brings his 'Ridiculous' tour to the Usher Hall on Tuesday 3rd February 2026!
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Prima Facie
Jodie Comer is set to return to her award-winning role in Suzie Miller’s Prima Facie in 2026 and brings it to the The Royal Lyceum Theatre from 3rd to 7th February, the only Scottish dates!
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Vincente Simone - Tango Passions
Don't miss Argentine Tango King and Strictly Come Dancing legend, Vincent Simone when he brings ‘Tango Passions’ to Reconnect Howden Park in February!
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Craig Hill: Wait ’Til You See My Entrance!
Don’t miss Scotland’s cheeky, irreverent and uproarious Kilty Comedy Pleasure and join Craig as his hilarious new live tour explodes back on to the Reconnect Howden Park stage on 6th & 7th Februar
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FRIENDS! The Musical Parody
FRIENDS! The Musical Parody, the hit New York and Las Vegas sensation, is a side-splitting musical comedy packed with iconic moments from all ten seasons of the beloved television series!
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RSNO Season 25-26: Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony
The RSNO welcomes not one but two charismatic soloists to play a masterpiece inspired by friendship: Brahms’ nostalgic, intensely emotional Double Concerto!
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Sky Full of Stars
Get ready for an electrifying night of music and fun at Sky Full of Stars, the ultimate tribute to Coldplay, at Assembly Rooms on Friday 6th February!
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Banff Mountain Film Festival
Experience an extraordinary collection of short films when the Banff Mountain Film Festival returns to the Festival Theatre on Saturday 7th February!
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Ian Smith: Foot Spa Half Empty
Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Ian Smith heads back out on tour with a new show about stress, love and buying a magic spell off Amazon. Catch it at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 7th February!
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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: The Great Grumpy Gaboon
Join the Grumpy Gaboon and friends on this brand-new musical adventure as together they discover the importance of friendship and forgiveness!
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BBC SSO 25-26: Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No.2
Guest conductor Gemma New conducts the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra and brings something wholly new to Rachmaninov’s most popular piano concerto.
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Chris Ramsey - Here Man
Following overwhelming demand (mainly from his wife Rosie who is desperate to get him out of the house), Chris Ramsey will be back on the road in 2026 with a brand-new stand-up show!
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Nashville In Concert: The Encore Tour
After a sold-out 2023 tour, stars of the iconic hit television series Nashville are returning with The Encore Tour, don't miss them live at Edinburgh Corn Exchange on Sunday 8th February!
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The Sound of Scotland with The Macdonald Bros
After selling out shows in 2025 – The Sound of Scotland with the Macdonald Bros returns in 2026 with a stunning new production!
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NOVO Quartet
Formed in Copenhagen in 2018 the NOVO Quartet are one of today’s most exciting young ensembles and they play The Queens Hall, Edinburgh on Monday 9th February!
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Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
The Cornley Amateur Drama Society are back with tidings of chaos and joy, ready to tackle the Charles Dickens' classic, A Christmas Carol.
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Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells: The Best Of Tubular Bells
The Best of Tubular Bells I, II & III, which celebrates the brilliance of these iconic and seminal musical pieces, is coming to Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Tuesday 10th February!
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The Story of Swing
Presented by award-winning vocalist and world-class trumpet player, Gareth John, The Story of Swing takes you on a musical journey through decades of the iconic genre of swing and big band music.
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Dita Von Teese: Nocturnelle
The ever-reigning queen of burlesque, Dita Von Teese, returns to the UK’s grand stages in early 2026, with Nocturnelle and brings it to Edinburgh Playhouse on 13th & 14th February!
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RSNO Season 25-26: Love & Fairy Tales Rachmaninov & The Mermaid
Kevin John Edusei conducts, Gillian Moore hosts, and RSNO favourite Makoto Ozone is the soloist in Rachmaninov's dazzling, deliriously romantic Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini.
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Valentines Night at the Opera by Candlelight (Feat. Nessun Dorma)
Enjoy a magical evening of romantic opera in Edinburgh, performed by The Piccadilly Sinfonietta and acclaimed UK soloists!
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Bee Gees Gold Tribute
Join us at Room at the Top Bathgate for a fantastic evening of live music from the award winning Bee Gees Gold tribute band on Saturday 14th February!
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Crooners - Uncaged
Crooners return to Scotland with their rip-roaring comedy music show chock full of crooner classics... don't miss it at the Assembly Rooms Edinburgh on Saturday 14th February!
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Pop on your Kangol hat and cargo pants, dust off your glow sticks, and Get On Up for an evening you’ll never forget at The Ultimate Boyband Party Show in the Usher Hall!
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Two Mr Ps in a Podcast - LIVE
Join the Two Mr Ps at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh as they take their award-winning podcast on the road again with the ultimate show and tell lesson!
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A Country Night in Nashville
A Country Night in Nashville, perfectly capturing the energy and atmosphere of an evening in the home of Country Music, returns to Edinburgh Playhouse in February.
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Martin & Eliza Carthy
Don't miss national treasure Martin Carthy and his twice Mercury nominated daughter Eliza Carthy at the Assembly Roxy on Sunday 15 February!
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Punk Off - The Sounds of Punk & New Wave
50 years since punk and new wave kicked the door in, Punk Off storms the stage—louder, bolder, and messier than ever.
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Schalk Bezuidenhout - Hey Hey Divorce
Schalk Bezuidenhout is back with a brand-new show... his first and (hopefully, for the love of all things good) only show post-divorce.
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The Brandon McPhee Show
Multi award winning Accordionist and Vocalist Brandon McPhee brings his show to Reconnect Howden Park on Tuesday 17th February!
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Celine - My Heart Will Go On
Experience the ultimate Celine Dion tribute Concert as it tours across the UK when Celine - My Heart Will Go On comes to Reconnect Howden Park on Wednesday 18th February!
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Corpus Delicti
Corpus Delicti return to tour the UK in February 2026 with a date at Edinburgh's La Belle Angele the 19th!
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Ria Lina: Riabellion
Expect a relentless stream of hilarity as Ria Lina explores the state of the world, the eternal battle of the sexes, and the delight of throwing life up in the air after years of following the rules!
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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: Baroque Inspirations
Maxim Emelyanychev returns with an annual highlight of the SCO Season, rediscovering the musical splendours of the Baroque.
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Stuart Mitchell & Friends: On The Road
The one liners have been sharpened, the quick replies are flowing fast and this time – he's bringing his pals... don't miss Stuart Mitchell & Friends at Reconnect Regal Theatre!
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The George Michael Legacy
International tribute artiste Wayne Dilks and his band pay tribute to the late George Michael in this stunning show at the Usher Hall in February!
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The Great Wave
The world premiere of Dai Fujikura’s The Great Wave is an extravagant story about artist Katsushika Hokusai and his famous woodblock print The Great Wave off Kanagawa.
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Varna International Ballet - Cinderella
With Prokofiev’s exhilarating score, stunning choreography, and vibrant costumes, Cinderella, the beloved fairy tale, springs to life on stage at Edinburgh Playhouse!
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Connor Burns: Gallus
Don’t miss the all-new Gallus – the latest comedy show from Connor Burns, Scotland’s breakout international stand-up sensation, at Loretto School Theatre on 20th February!
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Mike McGoldrick, John McCusker & John Doyle bring you their own blend of top-class folk songs, tunes and charming bonhomie to the Corn Exchange Haddington on Friday 20th February!
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RSNO Season 25-26: Felix Klieser Plays Strauss
It's been compared to a cathedral in sound and a mighty mountain range. Either way, you simply have to hear this breathtakingly beautiful music live.
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Varna International Ballet - Swan Lake
The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky’s haunting and unforgettable score.
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Craig Hill: Wait ’Til You See My Entrance!
Don't miss Scotland's cheeky, irreverent and uproarious Kilty Comedy Pleasure and join Craig as his hilarious new live tour comes to Loretto School Theatre on Saturday 21st February!
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Let Me Entertain You - A Tribute To Robbie Williams
Let Me Entertain You – A Tribute To Robbie Williams is a brand-new unforgettable concert show celebrating the music and energy of the UK's biggest selling artist of the 90s: Robbie Williams!
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Talking Sopranos
Two of The Sopranos' most beloved cast members, Steve Schirripa and Emmy Award-winner Michael Imperioli bring the show to life in hilarious live stage show, Talking Sopranos!
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Varna International Ballet - Nutcracker
This most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family begins as night falls on Christmas Eve.
READ MOREMan In The Mirror - A Tribute To Michael Jackson
Join us at the Usher Hall for a Thriller of an evening, as we celebrate the legendary music of the KING OF POP!
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Phil Ellis: Bath Mat
Multi-award winning 'comic genius' (The Scotsman) and the new star of Taskmaster (Ch4), Phil Ellis brings his first full national stand-up tour to Monkey Barrell Comedy on Sunday 22nd February!
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SCO 25/26: Maxim and Friends
Experience the exceptional artistry of Scottish Chamber Orchestra Principal Conductor Maxim Emelyanychev in his other great musical passion: chamber music.
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Kathryn Williams Mystery Park Tour
Kathryn Williams, the Mercury Prize-nominated singer-songwriter, brings her 'Mystery Park' Tour to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Monday 23rd February!
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Disney in Concert: The Sound of Magic
Join the Novello Orchestra at Edinburgh's Usher Hall for Disney in Concert: The Sound of Magic, a symphonic celebration of Disney music, animation and memories – a century in the making!
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Here & Now - The Steps Musical
Here & Now, the hilarious and heart-warming new musical based on the songs of the multi-million-selling pop phenomenon Steps, comes to the Edinburgh Playhouse from 24th February 2026!
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We Will Rock You
The Bohemians are back to perform the worldwide smash hit musical, We Will Rock You by Queen and Ben Elton. The first adult amateur company in Edinburgh to perform it.
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Dave Chawner: Mental
Join Dave Chawner at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh in February to celebrating good mental health by having a laugh!
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One Day The Musical
The Royal Lyceum Edinburgh and Melting Pot present the World Premiere of One Day The Musical, a celebration of love, fate, and the moments that define us forever.
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SCO 2025-26: Benedetti plays Mendelssohn
Don't miss Nicola Benedetti, in the company of the SCO’s exceptional musicians and conductor Maxim Emelyanychev, at the Usher Hall on Thursday 26th February!
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The Specials Ltd. ‘Ghost Town’ 45th Anniversary
Celebrating the 45th anniversary of the The Specials' classic #1 single 'Ghost Town' with a live set from The Specials Ltd. at La Belle Angele on 26th February!
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RSNO Season 25-26: Beethoven’s Violin Concerto
Musician extraordinaire, Jörg Widmann's talents know no bounds. Experience his dynamism tonight as he returns to the RSNO to conduct Mendelssohn's historical thriller of a symphony!
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Mark Black - Horrible Family
Having amassed millions of views online, as well as sold out shows at the SEC Armadillo and Pavilion theatre, Mark Black is back with his dark wit and an array new songs for 2026!
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Murder Trial Tonight IV - Death of a Landlord
Join Murder Trial Tonight IV for Death of a Landlord! Hear the case, weigh the evidence, and deliver your verdict.
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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:
Eastwood Art Club
Eastwood Art Club offers members the opportunity to meet and paint at their own level in a friendly and constructive atmosphere!
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Cinema Screening: Royal Ballet and Opera - Woolf Works
Resident Choreographer Wayne McGregor’s experimental ballet triptych inspired by the genre-defying works and writings of Virginia Woolf, set to an original score by Max Richter.
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The West End Tenors
After selling out arenas across Europe, The West End Tenors embark on their first UK Tour, bringing their smash hit show to Eastwood Park Theatre on Saturday 28th February!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
The Classic Rock Show
The Classic Rock Show is back in the UK in 2026 once again celebrating the very best of Classic Rock! Don't miss it at the Alhambra Theatre Dunfermline on Monday 2nd February!
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Vincent Simone: Tango Passions
Argentine Tango King and Strictly Come Dancing legend, Vincent Simone, returns to the stage in 2025 and 2026 with ‘Tango Passions’ and brings it to the Adam Smith Theatre on 7th February!
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The Ultimate Boyband Party Show
Grab ya girls and get ready for a concert experience you’ll never forget when The Ultimate Boyband Party Show comes to The Alhambra Theatre Dunfermline!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
The Academic
The Academic will return to Glasgow on Thursday 12th February when they bring their latest tour to The Barrowlands!
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Motionless In White
American metalcore outfit Motionless In White will headline Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Thursday 5th February!
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A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
Don't miss this guaranteed Christmas catastrophe from Mischief, the multi award-winning company behind The Play That Goes Wrong, Peter Pan Goes Wrong and The Comedy About a Bank Robbery!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Man In The Mirror - A Tribute To Michael Jackson
Man in the Mirror is the brand new, must see, electrifying tribute concert to Michael Jackson! Don't miss it at Lanark Memorial Hall on Friday 20th February!
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Big Band Jazz in the Afternoon
Prepare for an afternoon of fun as the future stars of jazz in Scotland – and beyond – demonstrate their instrumental skills to get your toes tapping – suitable for the whole family!
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Strange, But True Crime
Strange, but True Crime invites you into the world of real-life cases that defy belief - where truth proves more astonishing than fiction.
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Micro Layouts Model Railway Show
Join Renfrewshire Model Railway Club, Cupar Model Railway Club and Leven Valley Trains for the Micro Layouts Model Railway Show on Saturday 22nd March!
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Man In The Mirror - A Tribute To Michael Jackson
Man in the Mirror is the brand new, must see, electrifying tribute concert to Michael Jackson! Don't miss it at Beacon Arts Centre on Saturday 21st February!
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A Scottish Comedy Collective
Join us for a sensational night of Live Stand-Up Comedy with 'A Scottish Comedy Collective' at Paisley Arts Centre on Saturday 21st February!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
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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Luther Vandross – The Candlelight Concert
This tribute concert celebrates the velvet voice of Luther Vandross, one of R&B’s most beloved legends, known for his rich tones, emotional depth, and unforgettable love songs!
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Michael McGoldrick, John McCusker & John Doyle
Mike McGoldrick, John McCusker & John Doyle bring their own blend of top-class folk songs, tunes and charming bonhomie to the Tolbooth Stirling on Saturday 21st February!
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Highlight Talks
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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