Days Out Events in Edinburgh on 06 August 2025
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Events in Edinburgh
A Trail of Burke & Hare
Follow a tale from Edinburgh's fascinating history as you journey through the very sites and locations where it all took place on outdoor escape room, A Trail of Burke & Hare!
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Cold War Scotland
Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict.
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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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Costume at court: Family dressing up
Discover some of the past fashions of the Palace with our costume at court drop-in sessions and take part in our dressing up activity!
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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Edinburgh Festival Fringe
The Edinburgh Fringe returns from 30th July to 25th August 2025 with artists and performers taking to hundreds of stages all over the city to present shows for every taste.
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Edinburgh International Festival
The Edinburgh International Festival returns from 1st to 24th August 2025 with live performance throughout the city.
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Escape the Past: The Anatomist
Descend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.
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Escape the Past: The Deacon’s Cabinet
From Escape The Past comes a new escape room 'The Deacon’s Cabinet', a historical heist escape room which challenges you to outsmart the infamous Deacon Brodie!
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Fringe by the Sea
Fringe by the Sea, a 10-day multi arts festival in North Berwick, is back for 2025 from 1st-10th August.
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Join The Volcano Falls Summer Treasure Hunt
Volcano Falls is turning up the heat this summer with an all-new Summer Treasure Hunt, designed to bring a fresh twist to the classic adventure golf experience.
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Kids Go FREE at Hopetoun House this Summer!
BIG NEWS! This July and August, children aged 15 and under can explore Hopetoun House and Grounds absolutely FREE with a paying adult.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 101 Greenbank Crescent
101 Greenbank Crescent hides a fascinating garden on a steeply sloped site, with views over Braidburn Valley Park to the Pentland hills.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst
Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kevock Garden
This wonderful hillside garden has magnificent views over the North Esk Valley with a wide diversity of plants and has featured in many magazine articles and gardening programmes.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House
The garden at Stobshiel House is effectively split into four main parts and the extensive collection of shrubs and mature trees offer a fantastic backdrop during all seasons.
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SummerFest
It's Festival Season, so celebrate in style with SummerFest at Volcano Falls Adventure Golf in Edinburgh!
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Wallace & Gromit: All Systems Go
For the first time in Scotland, join beloved national treasures Wallace & Gromit for an unforgettable, interactive augmented reality experience this summer at Dynamic Earth.
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Days Out Events in East Renfrewshire
Days Out Events in Fife
Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Pittenweem Arts Festival
Mark your calendars for 2nd to 9th August and get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant world of art at the Pittenweem Arts Festival!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kirkbrae House
Visit Kirkbrae House with it's acre of walled garden sitting high in the village of Culross in the shadow of the Abbey.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Harthill
Harthill Garden enjoys a tranquil setting in the hills just above Auchtermuchty with beautiful views.
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Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour
This is a 1.5 hour tour that will take you around all the main sites of the city, giving you an excellent opportunity to find out about Glasgow's rich history and culture!
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Summer Holiday Roller Discos
Get your skates on for a summer of skating at Rollerstop! Roll, spin, and sparkle across the rink to great music and dazzling disco lights! Learn cool new moves or simply enjoy rolling with friends.
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Zippos Circus at Kirkintilloch’s Woodhead Park
Zippos Circus returns to Kirkintilloch's Woodhead Park between Wednesday 6th and Monday 11th with their all-new 2025 production, Bravo!
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Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
How To Train Your Velociraptor
Visitors to M&D's Scotland's Theme Park are in for a roaring time this summer as the family favourite destination is to host free daily dinosaur shows!
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National Play Day
Join Summerlee Museum in celebrating children's right to play with a fun filled day including stories, face painting, outdoor games, arts and crafts and all the usual Summerlee fun!
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Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Kilmacolm Farm Tours
Experience a fantastic farm animal safari from a purpose built 14 seater all weather trailer where you can enjoy the panoramic 360 degree views of this working farm in Kilmacolm!
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Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Gardener’s Cottage Walled Garden
The walled garden, acquired in 2013 by the present owners, has been planted with extensive herbaceous borders, box hedging, roses and many unusual plants.
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Scotland’s National Hero
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
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Scotlands Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Thorntree
Thorntree is an inspiring garden to visit at any time of the year. From the garden you can see panoramic views from Aberfoyle and the hills beyond to Doune.
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Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Dumfries House
Adventure Cinema, the UK's largest outdoor cinema tour, returns this summer with incredible movies to watch under the sun and stars at Dumfries House!
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Kelburn School Of Sorcery - The Dragon Trials
Step into a world of dragons, magic and adventure at Kelburn Castle's School of Sorcery this August... if you're not quite ready to go back-to-school, you're sure to have a fabulous time at this one!
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