Events in Edinburgh on 01 May 2026
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Events in Edinburgh
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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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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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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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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Out With The Buckleys
James and Clair Buckley are taking their vlog offline and around the UK on an unfiltered, unedited live tour and bring it to the Usher Hall on Friday 1st May!
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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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Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals
Don’t miss your chance to see Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals UK Tour when it returns to Edinburgh Playhouse in May 2026!
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The Biba Story: 1964–1975
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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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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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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Events in Fife
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Susie McCabe: Best Behaviour
The Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow award winner Susie McCabe is back with her latest tour 'Best Behaviour' and brings it to The Byre Theatre St Andrews on Friday 1st May!
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Kelty Musical Association: Come From Away
7,000 Stranded Passengers. One Small Town. A Remarkable True Story. Kelty Musical Association bring their production of the smash hit musical Come From Away to Carnegie Hall!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Leap then Look: Play Interact Explore
Play Interact Explore is an exhibition of interactive artworks and resources created by Leap Then Look, which is artists Lucy Cran and Bill Leslie.
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Rae-Yen Song Solo Exhibition
Tramway presents the most ambitious solo exhibition to date of Glasgow based artist Rae-Yen Song, as they transform Tramway's vast gallery space into a sub-aquatic world!
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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: Mozart Requiem
Riccardo Minasi is joined by the excellent SCO Chorus and a brilliant line-up of vocal soloists for Mozart's Requiem.
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Craig Revel Horwood
Airdrie Town Hall has announced Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood will take to its stage on Friday 1st May for a fab-u-lous night of big songs, tall tales, and glamour!
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That’s So 90s
Get ready to Spice Up Your Life when The One and Only 90's show that's taking the UK by storm comes to Hamilton Town House on Friday 1st May!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
ASN Football
Our ASN football sessions are open to individuals aged 16 and over. It offers regular training sessions and opportunities to participate in matches, all within a supportive and friendly environment.
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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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Celebrating Celine - A New Day
Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to her music, Celebrating Celine, at Beacon Arts Centre, promises an evening of joy, emotion, and unforgettable entertainment!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
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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Miles Jupp - On I Bang
Miles Jupp brings his new show 'On I Bang', a tale about surprise, fear, luck, love and qualified medical practitioners, to Macrobert Arts Centre on Friday 1st May!
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