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Events in Edinburgh

Family Print Club

Selected dates between 26th January 2025 - 30th November 2025

Edinburgh Printmakers' Family Print Club is perfect for children as they explore lots of different printmaking techniques and have fun as well!

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Crafts, Games, Soup!

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 19th December 2025

Enjoy crafts? Or enjoy a boardgame? Or simply would appreciate being in the company of others in a warm, relaxed space with a bowl of soup? Then this is the space for you!

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Men Drawing Men Edinburgh

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 12th December 2025

This monthly untutored life drawing group at The Salisbury Centre gives men the opportunity to come along and draw a male Life model in a friendly, supportive drawing group.

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Guided Looking: An Artwork Audio Described

Selected dates between 20th February 2025 - 18th December 2025

Join Fiona Johnston, audio describer, as she describes various artwork and objects from the Royal Collection at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

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Makers Market

Selected dates between 2nd March 2025 - 7th December 2025

Come along to the Makers Market in Portobello Town Hall for a gorgeous selection of handmade products from local makers!

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Newhailes Market

Selected dates between 15th March 2025 - 21st December 2025

Come along to Newhailes monthly market where you'll find a fine selection of handmade goods; from jams and chutneys to pies and candles!

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Makers Market at Lind & Lime

Selected dates between 29th March 2025 - 30th November 2025

Support The Makers is delighted to return to Lind & Lime in 2025 with up to 28 makers!

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Makers Market at St Giles Cathedral

Selected dates between 3rd April 2025 - 27th November 2025

The Makers Market returns to the iconic St Giles' Cathedral in the heart of Edinburgh in 2025!

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Sunday Market on the Croft

Selected dates between 6th July 2025 - 21st December 2025

Earth in Common's weekly Sunday markets return to Leith Community Croft, celebrating local, small businesses, and sustainable products and produce.

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Panorama: New Views of a City

9th July 2025 - 21st December 2025

Collective Edinburgh's Panorama programme takes inspiration from the origins of the panorama to explore how we see, move through and understand the city today.

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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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IKEA: Magical Patterns

18th July 2025 - 17th January 2026

IKEA Museum's Magical Patterns exhibition comes to Dovecot Studios, celebrating 60 years of innovative textile design.

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Find Out Fridays

Selected dates between 15th August 2025 - 19th December 2025

Explore a different theme each week on Friday afternoons, during school term-time, with our Learning team at the National Museum of Scotland.

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Artphobes Anonymous Workshop

Selected dates between 1st September 2025 - 6th December 2025

Does the thought of drawing a picture on a blank page fill you with a sense of self doubt, frustration and certain failure- before you have even begun? If so, this workshop is for you.

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Royal Rhyme Time

Selected dates between 1st September 2025 - 8th December 2025

Join us in the historic Abbey Strand Centre for our special Royal Rhyme Time sessions for toddlers.

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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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Reconfigure Life Drawing at Summerhall

16th September 2025 - 17th December 2025

Reconfigure welcomes all ages and all abilities, in an atmosphere of warmth and creativity, at these Life Drawing classes in Summerhall's iconic Anatomy Lecture Theatre.

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Knit & Natter

Selected dates between 1st October 2025 - 26th December 2025

The knitting group at Care UK’s Cairdean House, on Redford Road in Colinton, brings together residents and local community members for a monthly morning of crafting and conversation.

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Shen Xin: Highland Embassy

3rd October 2025 - 21st December 2025

Highland Embassy brings together three projects by artist and filmmaker Shen Xin and is showing at Collective Edinburgh from October to December 2025.

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Drawing the Italian Renaissance

17th October 2025 - 1st March 2026

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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Picking up the Thread: The Past, Present and Future of Tapestry

20th October 2025 - 14th February 2026

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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Beneath the Surface: King’s Gallery Short Talks

Selected dates between 23rd October 2025 - 26th February 2026

Join our team at the Palace of Holyroodhouse for weekly gallery talks as part of the exhibition Drawing the Italian Renaissance!

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Crafternoons

Selected dates between 26th October 2025 - 20th December 2025

Looking for something fun to do with the kids during the winter? Then come along to these FREE arts and crafts sessions every Saturday at the Scottish Parliament!

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PINK. Women of Italian Graphic Design. From the Origins to Contemporaneity

30th October 2025 - 12th December 2025

This powerful exhibition uncovers the overlooked contributions of Italian women graphic designers who helped define eras, influence culture, and craft iconic imagery.

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Elfyn Lewis :: Galar

1st November 2025 - 26th November 2025

Though primarily abstract, these paintings by Elfin Lewis evoke memories of landscape, rich with atmosphere, shadows and light. Yet they also carry an internal, psychological atmosphere.

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Urban Market at Potterrow

Selected dates between 1st November 2025 - 6th December 2025

Urban Market is a new monthly market held in Edinburgh University's Potterrow on the first Saturday of the month!

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Méabh Breathnach

8th November 2025 - 8th February 2026

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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Winter Wellbeing Challenge

Selected dates between 10th November 2025 - 7th March 2026

As winter begins, the wonderful folk at SHBT are inviting you to take part in a monthly activity in the beautiful Historic Building Riddles Court, just off the Royal Mile.

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Brick and Sip

Selected dates between 15th November 2025 - 20th December 2025

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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The Atelier Gallery, Winter Show

15th November 2025 - 6th January 2026

The Atelier Gallery invites you to our Winter Show, showcasing works from many of our beloved artists.

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A Wee Picture: new Edinburgh exhibition from Joe Hargan PAI PPAI RGI

22nd November 2025 - 7th December 2025

One of Scotland’s most accomplished painters, Joe Hargan PAI PPAI RGI, returns to Morningside Gallery this month with a new solo exhibition of work.

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Michael Fullerton

22nd November 2025 - 22nd February 2026

A major exhibition by Glasgow-born artist Michael Fullerton comes to the City Arts Centre!

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STOP

22nd November 2025 - 20th December 2025

Encompassing the 16 Days of Activism Against GBV, STOP is an exhibition of artwork by women who have been affected directly or indirectly by gender-based violence.

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Festival Fabric Wreath Making Workshop

Selected dates between 23rd November 2025 - 13th December 2025

Enjoy a few hours of crafting and make your own fabric wreath for the Christmas season at this fun wreath making class in Edinburgh.

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Castle Street Christmas Market

25th November 2025 - 22nd December 2025
Edinburgh New Town

Castle Street Christmas Market returns in 2025, providing everyone with something special to buy and enjoy.

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Crafts for Christmas

25th November 2025 - 28th November 2025

Don't miss a great opportunity to purchase unique, hand-made gifts for Christmas and support a good cause - WaterAid!

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Gyle Winter Wonderland

25th November 2025 - 3rd January 2026

This year, the Gyle Shopping Centre is pulling out all the stops for the biggest and brightest Christmas experience yet!

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Learn to Knit Course

25th November 2025

Learn to Knit on this fun, four-week series of two-hour evening classes for complete beginners or those wanting a fresh start at Kathy's Knits!

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MULCH

26th November 2025 - 30th November 2025

Featuring four talented, Edinburgh-based artists working across fine art, textiles and illustration, this inaugural exhibition at Leith Makers marks the beginning of an artist collective.

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Winter Wreaths

26th November 2025

Join IKEA Edinburgh for a winter Wreath-Making workshop on Wednesday 26th November and craft a unique, festive wreath using seasonal materials and stylish accents!

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Ocean Terminal Christmas Market

27th November 2025 - 24th December 2025

Ocean Terminal Christmas Market is the place to be for a magical indoor shopping experience.

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Weaving Taster Workshop

27th November 2025

In this taster workshop at Dovecot on 27th November, Molly Kent will talk you through how to start your mini tapestry and will guide you as you work to create your own piece of woven art.

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Christmas Night Market at The Pitt

28th November 2025

Step into a merry mash-up of mistletoe, music and mulled wine as The Pitt transforms into a festive playground of flavour, fun and fashionable market picks!

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Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair

28th November 2025 - 30th November 2025

Enjoy a wonderful festive shopping experience when the annual Christmas Shopping Fair returns to Hopetoun House from 28th to 30th November!

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Ladies Christmas Shopping Evening

28th November 2025

Come along and enjoy a fizzy evening at Cockenzie House and Gardens Ladies Christmas Shopping Event held in the Auld Kirk in Cockenzie on Friday 28th November!

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Mark Hearld Talks Tapestry

28th November 2025

Discover artist and designer Mark Hearld's passion for tapestry in this conversation with Dovecot's Master Weaver Naomi Robertson on 28th November!

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Painting with Thread: Winter Embroidery Workshop

28th November 2025

Learn how to use four simple stitches to paint with threads, creating your own seasonal embroidery inspired by botanical and floral imagery on this workshop at Dovecot.

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Terrazzo Christmas Decorations for Children - Eco Resin Craft Workshop

28th November 2025

Join Polymorphics for a special workshop where you'll immerse yourself in the art of creating eco-resin Christmas decorations.

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The Night Market UK - Edinburgh Christmas Special

28th November 2025

The Night Market UK returns to their favourite home, The Biscuit Factory, for a winter edition packed with indie spirit, warm vibes, and small business brilliance!

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WinterFest

28th November 2025 - 4th January 2026

Step into the magic of WinterFest and soak up the Christmas spirit at Dalkeith Country Park!

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A Pirate Workshop!

29th November 2025

Join Scotland's very own Sea Shanty Queen, Joss Cameron for a morning of singing, stories and crafts at Granton Library on 29th November!

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Beyond Monet & Beyond Van Gogh

29th November 2025 - 4th January 2026

Step into a world of light, colour, and imagination with Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience at the Royal Highland Centre this Christmas!

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Christmas Market and Open Days

29th November 2025 - 30th December 2025

Edinburgh Printmakers will be opening the doors of our historic building Castle Mills to welcome you to a fun-filled weekend of activities, workshops, and our bespoke Christmas Market!

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Christmas Markets at The Pitt

29th November 2025 - 30th November 2025

Get ready for a weekend of festive cheer as The Pitt transforms into a wintry wonderland of food, fun, and fabulous finds!

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Descriptive Tour: Drawing the Italian Renaissance - CANCELLED

29th November 2025

Join us for a special descriptive tour of the Drawing the Italian Renaissance exhibition at The King’s Gallery, Edinburgh, designed for visually impaired and blind visitors.

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FACE (Fighting Against Cancer Edinburgh) Winter Fair

29th November 2025

Don't miss the 2025 FACE Winter Fair on 29th November at Royston Wardieburn Community Centre with handmade gifts, pre-loved toys, games, books, home baking, a cafe, Santa's Grotto and so much more..

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Family Drawing Workshop

Selected dates between 29th November 2025 - 20th February 2026

Take inspiration from drawings in our latest exhibition Drawing the Italian Renaissance and join us for a special family drawing workshop.

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Family Yoga: Mixed Age Group

29th November 2025

Taking inspiration from Drawing the Italian Renaissance, join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse for a fun family yoga session full of movement, music, songs and stories.

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Festive Makers Market

29th November 2025

Enjoy a unique festive shopping experience at Edinburgh Open Workshop’s Makers Market on 29th November!

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Framed Embroidered Flower Workshop

29th November 2025

Embroider and frame your own floral keepsake with textile artist Lucy Freeman at Dovecot on Saturday 29th November!

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German Christmas Fair

29th November 2025

You are warmly invited to the Christmas Fair at the German Church, on Saturday 29th November!

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Kaizen at Barnton Bunker - A Collaborative Art Experience for Fair Saturday

29th November 2025

Barnton Bunker will host Kaizen, a free, hands-on art experience featuring 5–10 evolving artworks across the underground spaces of Scotland’s largest nuclear bunker on Fair Saturday 29th November.

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Leith Creative Trail 2025

29th November 2025 - 7th December 2025
Leith

This winter, the streets of Leith come alive with creativity as Edinburgh Open Workshop coordinates the return of the Leith Creative Trail.

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Storytime Christmas Special

29th November 2025

Join us at the Institut français d'Ecosse for a magical Christmas Storytime filled with festive tales and crafts on Saturday 29th November!

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Terrazzo Christmas Decorations - Eco-Resin Craft Workshop

29th November 2025

Get into the festive spirit and join Polymorphics for a special workshop where you'll create beautiful terrazzo decorations that will sparkle throughout the holiday season.

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The Eric Liddell Community’s Annual Christmas Craft Fair

29th November 2025

Get into the festive spirit at The Eric Liddell Community's much-loved Christmas Craft Fair on 29th November – a perfect day out for the whole family!

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Winter Open Studios

29th November 2025 - 30th November 2025

The artists and makers at Abbeymount Studios are once again opening their studio doors for the annual Winter Open Studios Weekend on 29th and 30th November.

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Winter Woodland with Prosecco Workshop

29th November 2025

Join Suzanne Gibson when she returns to Birchwood for a winter drawing/painting workshop on Saturday 29th November!

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Workshop at Leith Theatre: Write & Perform with us

29th November 2025

Bring your words, rhythm and ideas to Leith Theatre on Saturday 29th November and help shape stories that will feed into OILCAN, a new nationwide creative project.

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Family Christmas Bauble Workshop

30th November 2025

Create your own Christmas Baubles using Patchwork Fabric Scraps at this family workshop held in Birchwood Art Studio on Sunday 30th November!

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Festive Wreath-Making Classes

Selected dates between 30th November 2025 - 7th December 2025

Join us for a festive afternoon at Rabble Edinburgh as you craft your own beautiful Christmas wreath under the expert guidance from the Edinburgh Craft Club.

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The Sacred Art of Contemplative Writing

30th November 2025

This workshop, at St Michael and All Saints on Sunday 30th November, is a gentle introduction to contemplative writing practices rooted in sacred tradition and is open to all.

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Christmas Craft Drop-in

1st December 2025 - 13th December 2025

Escape the festive hustle and bustle and unwind with an inspiring day of festive creativity at Dovecot Studios Christmas Craft Drop-In sessions!

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Festive Wreath Making at Holyroodhouse

1st December 2025

Join florist and Royal Warrant-holder Lottie Longman at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on 1st December to create your own festive wreath to take home!

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Gowns & Glamour, an Art Deco Adventure from Paris to New York

1st December 2025

The Costume Society Scotland's December talk is taking place at Augustine United Church on the 1st and will hopefully enthuse the art deco in you!

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Paint a Fox in a Fairylight Forest at The Alchemist

1st December 2025

Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening as you paint a fox in a fairylight forest at The Alchemist Edinburgh on Monday 1st December!

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Magical Market

3rd December 2025

Join us on 3rd December for a cosy and festive shopping evening at Dovecot's Magical Market and take advantage of exclusive one-night-only offers on selected items in our shop!

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The Eric Liddell Community’s Lights Switch On

3rd December 2025

Join The Eric Liddell Community for their annual Christmas Lights Switch On event! Gather with friends, family, and neighbours as we light up the community and celebrate together.

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Santa’s Snowy Spectacular!

Selected dates between 4th December 2025 - 18th December 2025

Join us in upstairs in our IKEA restaurant for a holly jolly good time this Winter season! Bring the whole family in for a night full of festive fun, laughter and creativity.

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A Winter Garden: Gelli Printing Workshop

5th December 2025

Celebrate the beauty of the season in this workshop run by Artisan Stitch on 5th December and create unique prints with seedheads, bare branches, and frosted textures become your tools.

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Charity Christmas Market

5th December 2025 - 6th December 2025

Bethany Christian Trust is holding a Christmas Market with local vendors, live music and Christmas trees for sale, hosted by the wonderful St Stephen's Comely Bank Church on 5th & 6th December!

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Christmas Wreath Making at Hopetoun House

Selected dates between 5th December 2025 - 7th December 2025

Get hands on at Hopetoun and create your own beautiful wreath completely from scratch using natural materials, sourced from our historic designed landscape.

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Coburg House Winter Open Studios

5th December 2025 - 7th December 2025

This December, Coburg House Art Studios marks a major milestone: 20 years of opening its doors to the public for its renowned biannual Open Studios events.

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CrossReach Christmas Carol Concert 2025

5th December 2025

Join CrossReach on Friday 5th December 2025 at the beautiful St Paul’s & St George’s Church for a magical evening of festive music and celebration!

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Drawing The Italian Renaissance: A Gallery Late - CANCELLED

5th December 2025

Step into the world of Renaissance artistry for a special evening event at our exhibition Drawing the Italian Renaissance.

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Drawing the Italian Renaissance: Curator’s Introduction

Selected dates between 5th December 2025 - 29th January 2026

Join exhibition curator Lauren Porter at The King's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse as she discusses works from Drawing the Italian Renaissance!

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Festive Terrazzo Mini Tray for Children

5th December 2025

Join Polymorphics for a magical workshop where you'll learn to craft a stunning mini tray using Eco-resin, just in time for the festive season!

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Winter Arts Markets

5th December 2025 - 7th December 2025

The ever-popular Drill Hall Christmas Arts Markets will return in December with an exciting extra market date!

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3D2D Assembly Rooms Christmas Fair

6th December 2025 - 7th December 2025

3D2D Events are delighted to be able to once again bring to the Assembly Rooms their spectacular Christmas Fair on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th December!

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Christmas at Jupiter

6th December 2025 - 14th December 2025

Christmas at Jupiter Artland brings together art, landscape and festive tradition across 9 consecutive days from 6th - 14th December, transforming the park into a Festive Village!

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Christmas Family Art

6th December 2025

Get together for some creative Christmas family fun with Eilidh Maine at Birchwood Art Studio on Saturday 6th December!

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Edinburgh Winter Makers Market

6th December 2025 - 7th December 2025

Celebrate the festive season with Endless Love Creative at their annual Winter Makers Market held in the Fruitmarket on 6th & 7th December!

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Festive Earrings - Eco- Resin Craft Workshop

6th December 2025

Delve into the art of working with eco-resin to design and create up to four pairs of colourful festive earrings in this workshop run by Polymorphics on 6th December.

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MnB Christmas Craft Market

6th December 2025

MnB is returning to Leith Arches for its Christmas market on Saturday 6th December, showcasing the unique and exceptional work of local artisans, designers, and makers.

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Paper Flower Making: Poinsettia

6th December 2025

Come along and get into the festive spirit with this Christmas paper Poinsettia class with Jen from Edinburgh Paper Flowers at Dovecot on 6th December!

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Workshop: Christmas Wreath Making

6th December 2025 - 7th December 2025

Slow down, get creative, and make something beautiful and unique while celebrating the season with friends old and new, at this workshop on Saturday 6th December!

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Wreath Making Workshop at Edinburgh Zoo

Selected dates between 6th December 2025 - 7th December 2025

Add a touch of homemade charm to your Christmas by taking a wreath making workshop at Edinburgh Zoo!

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Festive Macrame Workshop - Christmas Wreath Making

7th December 2025

Spend a few relaxing hours in a cosy Edinburgh craft studio getting into the festive spirit whilst making your own macrame Christmas wreath that can be used year after year.

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Festive Wreath Making Workshop

7th December 2025

Come along to The Three Sisters Edinburgh on Sunday 7th December for this Festive Wreath Making Workshop!

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Winter Papercut Lanterns Workshop

7th December 2025

Join Edinburgh artist Papercut Punk and bring some gentle light to the dark Winter days with this papercut lantern workshop on 7th December at Portobello Town Hall.

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3D2D Winter in the West End Christmas Market

8th December 2025 - 21st December 2025

Meet the artists, support local businesses and find extraordinary and unique items this Christmas at the 3D2D Winter in the West End Christmas Market in St Johns Episcopal Church!

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Acting for Adults Taster Session

Selected dates between 10th December 2025 - 12th January 2026

Ever wanted to try Acting? Come along to Out of the Blue Drill Hall for a Free one hour Acting for Adults taster session with Melodramatic Productions!

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Adult and Child Crochet Christmas Workshop

10th December 2025

This workshop at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall is a great way for kids to get started with a creative and mindful hobby, crocheting!

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Festive Hoop Earrings with Charms - Eco- Resin Craft Workshop

10th December 2025

In this workshop, run by Polymorphics, you'll delve into the art of working with eco-resin to design and create two pairs of colourful earrings with up to ten mixed shaped charms.

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Beginners Sewing Course XL

12th December 2025 - 13th December 2025

This 2-day introductory course, run by Artisan Stitch, is a good starting point to learn expert sewing techniques whether you want to progress into dressmaking, soft furnishing or craft projects.

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Christmas Decorations for Children - Eco Resin Craft Workshop

12th December 2025

Come along to discover the joy of working with this sustainable material while creating beautiful decorations that will sparkle throughout the holiday season. Perfect for Children age 8+.

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Annual Festive Studio Sample Sale

13th December 2025

Join Polymorphics at We Make Edinburgh for a special Sample Sale featuring Eco-Resin & Terrazzo Homeware and Eco-Resin Jewellery – each piece is unique and ready to find its new home.

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Christmas Activity Day

13th December 2025

Join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse on 13th December for a fun festive activity for the whole family to enjoy!

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Christmas Decorations - Eco Resin Craft Workshop

13th December 2025

In this workshop, participants of all ages and skill levels will learn how to work with eco-resin, mix pigments, and cast them into set of six stunning Christmas decorations.

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Community Christmas Party - Gracemount Mansion & Walled Gardens

13th December 2025

Come along to Gracemount Mansion's annual Community Christmas Party when it returns on Saturday 13th December!

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Family Christmas Star Paper Folding

13th December 2025

Escape Christmas shopping mayhem and treat yourself to a few hours peacefully discovering the humble beauty of paper craft on this half day workshop with Lily Dickinson!

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Festive Biscuit Decorating Workshop

13th December 2025

Get into the Christmas spirit and join Kate from Blinkbonnie Biscuits for a beginner’s biscuit decorating class at Leith Makers on 13th December!

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Midwinter Protection Charms Workshop

13th December 2025

Using herbs, roots, berries, charms and a dash of dark magic, you will learn something of the dark traditions of midwinter and create your own protection spell to take home.

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Breakfast with Santa

14th December 2025

Make magical memories this Christmas with our Breakfast with Santa experience at Charwood, it's perfect for the whole family!

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Festive Biscuit Decorating Workshop

14th December 2025

Get into the Christmas spirit and join Kate from Blinkbonnie Biscuits for a beginner’s biscuit decorating class at Newliston Arms in Kirkliston on 14th December!

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Midnight Solar Market - Winter

14th December 2025

Edinburgh's gothic event is a safe inclusive space where you can shop our wonderful traders, grab a drink or catch performers!

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Festive Biscuit Decorating Workshop

16th December 2025

Get into the Christmas spirit and join Kate from Blinkbonnie Biscuits for a beginner’s biscuit decorating class at The Gift Tree in Corstorphine on 16th December!

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Artist Bootcamp

13th January 2026

Are you an Artist, working away in your own studio, stuck in a big of a rut, and feel like you need an injection of energy?! Well the 5 week Artist Bootcamp course is for you!

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DIY Printmaking Course

15th January 2026

Learning a variety of accessible printmaking methods on this Paintbox School of Art's 10 week DIY Printmaking Course starting Thursday 15th January.

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Harris Tweed Coin / Credit Card Purse Making Workshop

18th January 2026

Join The Edinburgh Sewcial Club for this one-day workshop and make a gorgeous credit card/coin purse made from vintage Harris Tweed on Sunday 18th January.

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Chiaroscuro - Light and Dark

31st January 2026 - 1st February 2026

In this 2 day workshop we will focus on recognising the tonal values inherent in colour, culminating in creating a still life painting in oils that emphasises and exploits the drama of chiaroscuro.

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Conservator Talk: Conserving the Campi Cartoon

6th February 2026

Victoria Button, Royal Collection Trust’s Head of Paper Conservation, discusses her work in preparing drawings for presentation in Drawing The Italian Renaissance, on display at The King's Gallery.

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Family Yoga: Early Years

13th February 2026

Taking inspiration from Drawing the Italian Renaissance join us for a fun family yoga session full of movement, music, songs and stories. Suitable for children 16 months to 4 years old.

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Family Afternoon: Let’s play with colours

19th February 2026

Looking for an afternoon of imagination and joy? Don’t miss our Family Afternoon at the Institut français d’Écosse on Thursday 19th February, suitable for ages 3 to 10!

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Curatorial Talk: The Patrons of the Renaissance

27th February 2026

Join Martin Clayton, Head of Prints and Drawings at Royal Collection Trust, for this lunchtime lecture as he discusses the vital role of patrons in the creation of Italian Renaissance art.

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Flora, Fauna & Fabric, Where Art Meets Fashion!

16th October 2026 - 19th October 2026

Scottish artists/designers Adrienne Kerr and Elizabeth Martin unite their shared love of nature, storytelling, and textile in this exhibition at Dundas Street Gallery!

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Arts And Crafts Events in East Renfrewshire

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

Christmas at Whitelee Windfarm

Christmas at Whitelee Windfarm

Selected dates between 6th December 2025 - 21st December 2025

Whitelee Windfarm have got the festive season all wrapped up with a selection of events including a Santa's Grotto and their Winter Wonderland Experience!

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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop

Christmas Wreath Making Workshop

30th November 2025

Deck the halls with your own handmade wreath this year! Indulge in a glass of fizz and settle in for an afternoon of fun and creativity at The Redhurst Hotel's Christmas Wreath Making Workshop.

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Williamwood Parish Church Christmas Fayre

Williamwood Parish Church Christmas Fayre

29th November 2025

Williamwood Parish Church will host their annual Christmas Fayre on Saturday 29th November, come along and get ahead on your Christmas shopping while the kids pay a visit to Santa!

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Arts And Crafts Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

From These Parts: Scotland, Art and Identity

From These Parts: Scotland, Art and Identity

18th October 2025 - 15th February 2026

Join us at Wardlaw Museum for this exhibition and uncover Scotland’s identity through the creativity of its artists!

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A Space for Hope: An interactive installation on climate hope

A Space for Hope: An interactive installation on climate hope

Selected dates between 27th November 2025 - 29th November 2025

A Space for Hope is a collaborative interactive installation and workshop on climate hope - hosted at St Andrews Botanic Garden.

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Dunfermline City Artisan Market

Dunfermline City Artisan Market

Selected dates between 9th February 2025 - 7th December 2025

Pick up some wonderful local produce in the heart of Dunfermline City at the monthly Dunfermline City Artisan Market on St Catherine's Wynd!

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Arts And Crafts Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

RISOTTO X MARS Festive Print Pop-Up Shop & Glue Factory Open Studios

RISOTTO X MARS Festive Print Pop-Up Shop & Glue Factory Open Studios

7th December 2025

For one day only, the Glue Factory are opening their doors for a festive pop-up shop and and open studios, and you are invited!

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The Savoy Centre Markets

The Savoy Centre Markets

Selected dates between 4th October 2025 - 20th December 2025

Glasgow, get ready to shop, snack, and celebrate like never before... The Savoy Centre Market is about to transform your Saturdays into a whirlwind of local flavour, festive fun, and fabulous finds!

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Potfest Scotland - Potfest in the City

Potfest Scotland - Potfest in the City

28th November 2025 - 30th November 2025

Over 70 ceramics artists and pottery makers from throughout Scotland, the UK and as far afield as France and Northern Ireland, selling their work at this Artisan Market in the heart of Glasgow!

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Arts And Crafts Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Wild Wellness Cosy Christmas Experience

Wild Wellness Cosy Christmas Experience

29th November 2025

Step away from the Christmas chaos and into a day of calm OutLET Wild Wellness at the tranquil Lochar Mill – a place where nature connection, cosy vibes and comforting luxury meet.

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Christmas Wreath Making Class

Christmas Wreath Making Class

6th December 2025

Get merry at ORA on Saturday 6th December for an afternoon creating your very own real wreath in a gorgeous setting with some festive fizz!

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LKP Markets & Events: EK, East Kilbride Market

LKP Markets & Events: EK, East Kilbride Market

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 30th November 2025

LKP Markets & Events is delighted to host a regular market at EK, East Kilbride, come along, have a browse and support local talented businesses!

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Arts And Crafts Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Browns Lane Market

Browns Lane Market

Selected dates between 2nd August 2025 - 6th December 2025

Paisley's artisan market, Browns Lane Market, showcases a wide range of hand made crafts, food and drink from a whole host of local creatives and producers!

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Paisley Patchers Evening Programme

Paisley Patchers Evening Programme

Selected dates between 2nd September 2024 - 1st December 2025

Interested in quilting? Paisley Patchers meet on the first Monday of each month in Paisley North Church, no experience is necessary all levels welcome!

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Children’s Art Classes

Children’s Art Classes

Selected dates between 10th September 2025 - 20th December 2025

Come along to our weekly Kids Art Classes (5-12yrs) where you will make new friends in these chilled out sessions creating an artwork of your choosing!

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Arts And Crafts Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of Arts And Crafts Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Beginners Jewellery Sunday

Beginners Jewellery Sunday

11th January 2026

Join us at Central Scotland School of Jewellery on 11th January for the perfect Sunday of silver jewellery making for beginners!

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Evening Course: Warm Glass with Una Galbraith

Evening Course: Warm Glass with Una Galbraith

14th January 2026

Discover the captivating art of warm glass fusing in this 4 week evening course with Una Galbraith on Wednesdays!

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Silver Sea Glass Rings

Silver Sea Glass Rings

24th January 2026 - 25th January 2026

Join us at Central Scotland School of Jewellery for a two-day silver sea glass rings workshop for beginners and use silver and foraged beach treasures to create stunning jewellery.

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Events in Other Areas

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 7th December 2025

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for 2025 to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!

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Largs Market

Largs Market

Selected dates between 1st March 2025 - 20th December 2025

You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!

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Christmas At Culzean

Christmas At Culzean

Selected dates between 6th December 2025 - 14th December 2025

Join the team at Culzean Castle & Country Park in December for lots of seasonal fun including a visit from Father Christmas, festive trails, a Christmas Market and live music from local choirs!

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Popular Events

The Proclaimers
2026 will see The Proclaimers return with a new album and a live tour which includes two nights at the Edinburgh Playhouse on Friday 27th and Saturday 28th November!
Edinburgh’s Christmas: The Polar Ice Bar
Take some time to ‘chill’ at the Polar Ice Bar, the coolest bar in the city, where your table, chairs and glasses are sculpted entirely from ice.
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!
Jeff Wayne’s The War of the Worlds
One of the most trailblazing arena tours of all time, Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of 'The War of The Worlds' - LIVE! The Concert Experience comes to the Edinburgh Playhouse on Saturday 10th October!

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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