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Events in Edinburgh on 21 March 2026

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Events in Edinburgh

100 Best Australian Wines Festival with Matthew Jukes

21st March 2026

The 100 Best Australian Wines Festival with Matthew Jukes is back at The Edinburgh Academy on Saturday 21st March, following its great success last year!

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20 Along the Forth

21st March 2026
Various Locations Edinburgh

20 Along the Forth is the ultimate 20-mile challenge, timed perfectly for Spring 2026 marathon and ultra runners.

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A Play, A Pie and A Pint

3rd March 2026 - 4th April 2026

A popular feature of the Traverse programme, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, Òran Mór returns this Spring!

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Alfred Buckham: Daredevil Photographer

18th October 2025 - 19th April 2026

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

30th July 2025 - 24th August 2029

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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ARTIST ROOMS

12th July 2025 - 31st May 2026

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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Children Show: Paws Up!

21st March 2026

This English adaptation of the famous children’s book by Catharina Valckx ‘PAWS UP!’ is a poetic, interactive and funny show, performed in French and English

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Chopin & Champagne by Candlelight

Selected dates between 15th November 2025 - 20th June 2026

Enjoy an exceptional classical concert by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Mary's Cathedral, that perfectly complements the romantic brilliance of Chopin's music.

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Clinton Baptiste: Spectral Intercourse

21st March 2026

Clinton Baptiste, Britain's most celebrated clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights, returns to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh in 2026 with his new show 'Spectral Intercourse'!

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Conservation Hangar Talks

1st April 2025 - 29th March 2026

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

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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2025 - 31st December 2026
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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Dear Library

20th June 2025 - 18th April 2026

To mark our 100th birthday, the National Library of Scotland presents a special exhibition, 'Dear Library'.

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Doctor Bonk’s Macarbaret

Selected dates between 18th October 2025 - 19th December 2026

Dr Bonk, Scotland's silliest surgeon, presents the Macarbaret: a madcap hour of drag, burlesque, music, comedy, and medical mayhem!

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Edinburgh Farmers Market

Selected dates between 10th January 2026 - 19th December 2026

If you're looking for a great place to find fresh, local produce and delicious food, Edinburgh's Farmers Market, held every Saturday, is a must-visit!

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Edinburgh Nuclear Bunker Tour

25th October 2025 - 27th December 2026

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

23rd January 2026 - 21st December 2026

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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Employed To Serve

21st March 2026

English metalcore band Employed To Serve bring their UK headline tour to The Mash House on Saturday 21st March!

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Fleetwood Shack

21st March 2026

Join us at Room At The Top for a fantastic tribute night with the amazing Fleetwood Shack! Sing and dance to all the well known hits from Fleetwood Mac.

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Giants

31st January 2026 - 14th September 2026

Discover life-sized 3D sculptures, skeletons, and fossils in this immersive, family friendly exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland!

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Grassmarket Market

Selected dates between 10th January 2026 - 19th December 2026

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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Hays Community Education Courses (Free and accredited)

25th November 2025 - 25th November 2026

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

20th November 2025 - 20th November 2026

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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Janine Harouni: This Is What You Waited For

21st March 2026

Two-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Janine Harouni comes to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 21st March with a brand-new hour of joyful, quick-witted stand-up!

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John Henry Lorimer: Capturing the Characters of Edinburgh

21st March 2026

In this Spring talk, the artist’s great great niece Charlotte Lorimer gives this talk to complement the City Art Centre Exhibition ‘Unmasked: Exploring Scottish Portraiture’!

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Jubilate Children’s Choir

24th October 2025 - 19th June 2026

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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Live Music at The Botanist

6th March 2025 - 20th December 2026

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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Mae Stephens

21st March 2026

Mae Stephens is on a UK tour in Spring 2026 including a date at Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Saturday 21st March!

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Matilda The Musical

4th March 2026 - 22nd March 2026

Matilda The Musical, the multi-award winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company, inspired by the beloved book by Roald Dahl, comes to Edinburgh Playhouse in March 2025!

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One Day: The Musical

26th February 2026 - 5th April 2026

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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Royal Mile International Piano Series

6th October 2025 - 20th July 2026

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

29th July 2025 - 28th April 2026

Corstorphine Cougars are running free beginners classes every Tuesday for Females of all ages who would like to try Rugby!

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Sailmaker

19th March 2026 - 21st March 2026

Coming to Studio Theatre in Edinburgh, Alan Spence's Sailmaker is a poignant, poetic, and deeply human play that explores themes of family, grief, masculinity, and working-class life in Glasgow.

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Saint Joan

18th March 2026 - 21st March 2026

As today's world faces political unrest and war, Saint Joan speaks powerfully to a new generation challenging authority, reminding us of history's unlikely revolutionaries.

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Stand Up Horror

Selected dates between 15th November 2025 - 19th December 2026

Improvised, macabre tales featuring (voluntary!) members of the audience as actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night at Stand Up Horror!

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The Biba Story: 1964–1975

6th February 2026 - 27th June 2026

The Biba Story explores how fashion phenomenon Biba blossomed to become the world’s first lifestyle label, sparking a revolution in how people shopped.

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The Boy at the Back of the Class

18th March 2026 - 21st March 2026

After delighting audiences across the country, the smash-hit, joyful play based on the best-selling novel is back with a celebration of friendship kindness and compassion.

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The Early Saturday Show!

Selected dates between 6th December 2025 - 30th May 2026

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

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The Fureys

21st March 2026

Legends of Irish music and song The Fureys take to our stage at Corn Exchange Haddington on Saturday 21st March as part of their Farewell Tour!

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The Saturday Show

Selected dates between 3rd January 2026 - 27th June 2026

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

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Unmasked: Exploring Scottish Portraiture

13th September 2025 - 31st May 2026

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

9th January 2026 - 18th December 2026

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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Wax Ring Carving Workshop - Sculpt Your Own Signature Ring

21st March 2026

Step into the world of wax carving and create a ring that's as unique as you are with Leith Jewellery Studios at Out of the Blue Drill Hall!

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We Are The Witches. We Are, Hear

1st August 2025 - 30th August 2026

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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Events in East Renfrewshire

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

The Spirit of Bad Company and Free

The Spirit of Bad Company and Free

21st March 2026

Free Again, a five piece ensemble of musicians, will perform their spectacular new show that gives you a concert experience of 100 minutes of pure Bad Company and Free nostalgia!

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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:

What’s Love Got To Do with It?

What’s Love Got To Do with It?

21st March 2026

What's Love Got To Do With It? The not-to-be missed musical experience celebrating the music of the incredible Tina Turner returns to the Alhambra Theatre on Saturday 21st March 2026!

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Cher - Strong Enough

Cher - Strong Enough

21st March 2026

Get ready for an unforgettable evening, celebrating the global superstar and great female icon that is Cher at Rothes Halls on 21st March!

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St Andrews Cocktail Week

St Andrews Cocktail Week

20th March 2026 - 29th March 2026

It’s time to celebrate all things cocktail in St Andrews with the return of St Andrews biggest cocktail festival from 20th to 29th of March 2026!

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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 Watch Plays Genesis

The Watch Plays Genesis

21st March 2026

The Watch return to Slay Glasgow on Saturday 21st March with an intense trip into the world of early Genesis!

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Some One’s Sons

Some One’s Sons

21st March 2026

Some One's Sons' live performances are a whirlwind of energy, emotion, and authenticity, making them a must-see act for lovers of true Irish folk music!

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Candlelight: Tribute to D’Angelo

Candlelight: Tribute to D’Angelo

21st March 2026

Get your tickets now to discover the music of D'Angelo at Merchants House of Glasgow under the gentle glow of candlelight!

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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:

Strathclyde Parkrun

Strathclyde Parkrun

Selected dates between 3rd January 2026 - 26th December 2026

Strathclyde Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Strathclyde Country Park!

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We Will Rock You

We Will Rock You

19th March 2026 - 21st March 2026

Lanark! Are you ready to rock?! LAMS will bring the high-octane, adrenaline-fuelled musical We Will Rock You, featuring more than 20 iconic Queen hits, to the Memorial Hall in March!

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Home, I’m Darling

Home, I’m Darling

18th March 2026 - 21st March 2026

Studio32 presents what is destined to be the Scottish amateur premiere of Home, I'm Darling by Laura Wade – a stylish, witty romp through gingham, cocktails, and perfectly polished domestic bliss!

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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:

Micro Layouts Model Railway Show

Micro Layouts Model Railway Show

22nd March 2025 - 22nd March 2026

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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Paisley Abbey Lunchtime Concerts

Paisley Abbey Lunchtime Concerts

Selected dates between 29th November 2025 - 18th April 2026

Throughout the year Paisley Abbey hosts a varied programme of Lunchtime Concerts by local musicians, singers and choral groups.

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Norrie MacIver

Norrie MacIver

21st March 2026

Don't miss Norrie Maciver, lead singer of Skipinnish, when he plays a solo show at Paisley Arts Centre on Saturday 21st March!

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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:

Aerial Yoga

Aerial Yoga

14th April 2025 - 31st March 2026

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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Beginners Tapestry Weaving - 2 Days

Beginners Tapestry Weaving - 2 Days

21st March 2026 - 22nd March 2026

Join Jo McDonald for a two-day Beginners Tapestry Weaving Workshop, suitable both for complete beginners and for improvers looking to refresh their skills.

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Stirling Ghostwalk

Stirling Ghostwalk

1st January 2025 - 31st December 2026

Take a tour of the strange tales and stranger characters of Stirling's Old Town on the Stirling Ghostwalk... comedy, drama, fact and fable - fun for boys & ghouls of all ages!

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Events in Other Areas

Monster Truck Motorfest Scotland

Monster Truck Motorfest Scotland

21st March 2026 - 22nd March 2026

Get ready for Monster Truck Motorfest Scotland 2026! The UK's wildest family motor show and the perfect family day out is coming to Ayr Racecourse on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd March!

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Popular Events

Panto 2025: Jack and the Beanstalk
Join Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young for the GIANT of a pantomime we've all BEAN waiting for!
Castle Of Light
Make Castle of Light: Fire and Ice part of your festive plans and enjoy the largest annual projection show in the UK when it returns for its sixth year!
The Emo Fest
Put on your eyeliner, lace up your high-tops and get ready to rock to all your favourite nostalgic emo anthems when The Emo Fest comes to The Liquid Room on Friday 24th April!
Blast 5km Series @ The Meadows
Join Blast Running in the heart of Edinburgh for the Monthly Blast 5K Series at The Meadows – a lively lunchtime race that’s become a firm favourite on the city’s running calendar.
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party
The world-famous Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party returns to the historic city centre, to once again light-up the Edinburgh skies!

Popular Listings

Corn Exchange Haddington Edinburgh Playhouse Festival Theatre Edinburgh Howden Park Centre Livingston Kings Theatre Edinburgh National Museum of Scotland O2 Academy Edinburgh The Brunton Theatre, Musselburgh Traverse Theatre Usher Hall