Days Out Events in Edinburgh on 18 October 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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Come for the Yacht, stay for the scones
Are you looking for something fun to do this October holidays in Edinburgh? Then bring the whole crew and follow in the footsteps of Royalty aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia!
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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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Country Days
Join us at Club Tropicana Edinburgh for an unforgettable day filled with the chart-topping tracks of Morgan Wallen, Dolly Parton, and many more!
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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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Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation
Uncover the secrets of 17th-century medicine with a hands-on workshop led by an expert from his time: Dr Arnott, who examined his patients’ health by analysing urine’s colour, smell & TASTE!
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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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Family Learning Festival at Museum on the Mound
Join us at the Museum on the Mound throughout the Family Learning Festival for fun, free family-friendly activities, trails and handling tables!
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Great Big Living History Week
Especially for the October Holidays sites all over Scotland will be hosting characters throughout history including Edinburgh Castle.
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Halloween @ ‘The Anatomist’ Escape Room
With the nights drawing in and halloween just around the corner, what better time to take on Edinburgh's spookiest escape room 'The Anatomist' at Escape The Past.
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Halloween Days
Come along to our Halloween Days at Conifox Adventure Park this October, it's a spine-tingling adventure for the whole family!
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Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park
Join us this October for spook-tacular Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park!
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Monsters and Myths Trail
This October, embark on the Monsters & Myths Trail – a thrilling journey where legendary creatures come to life!
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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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Soul Gathering
Join us for the Soul Gathering Festival, a one-day celebration of connection, creativity, and wellbeing at The Pitt on Saturday 18th October!
READ MOREThe Mythical Mystery Hunt
This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
READ MOREThe Mythical Mystery Hunt
This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
READ MOREThe Mythical Mystery Hunt
This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
READ MOREThe Mythical Mystery Hunt
This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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What’s Up: Dark Matter Detectives
Join our in-house astronomers for the latest edition of our seasonal ‘What’s Up?’ presenter-led Planetarium show!
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Days Out Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
GHA RFC x Cash For Kids - Fundraising Lunch
GHA Rugby Club are hosting their first ever Cash for Kids Fundraising Lunch on Saturday 18th October, get your tickets and be part of something special!
READ MOREDays Out Events in Fife
Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
The Mythical Mystery Hunt
This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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The Mythical Mystery Hunt
This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore at St Andrews Castle.
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October Holiday Activities at The Scottish Fisheries Museum
The Scottish Fisheries Museum is looking forward to welcoming in local and visiting families to the museum over the October Half Term break.
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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 850
2025 will be a big year for Glasgow as we celebrate the city's 850th birthday. It's a milestone and everyone who has or does call Glasgow home is invited to the party!
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Springburn Community Festival
The Springburn Community Festival, celebrating the very best of Springburn, returns for 2025 taking place on Saturday 18th October from Midday in Springburn Way!
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Spooky Special
It doesn't get spookier than Provan Hall this Halloween! Join them on Saturday 18th October for a family friendly day of spooky activities in one of the oldest and most haunted houses in Glasgow!
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Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Biggar Little Festival
One of the most eclectic festivals rural Scotland has to offer, the Biggar Little Festival offers an inspiring mix of of culture and fun for locals and visitors alike across 10 days in October!
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Clyde Valley Family Park Pumpkin Festival
From the 11th until the 31st of October ALL children visiting Clyde Valley Family Park will get to choose their own FREE pumpkin as part of their ticket and the park's Pumpkin Festival!
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Pumpkin Picking
Craigend Nursery & Coffee Shop's Pumpkin Picking event returns for 2025 with lots of pumpkins to choose from, jumbo games, a carving station and a selection of food and drink trucks!
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Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Big Kid Circus: Paisley
Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show Kingdom Of Kong! Catch them at Paisley's Barshaw Park between Friday 10th and Sunday 19th October!
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Halloween Pumpkin Hunt
Explore the woodland trail and see how many ghoulish pumpkins you can find on the scavenger hunt with your family at RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve!
READ MOREDays Out Events in Stirling
Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Arnprior Farm Pumpkin Festival
Arnprior Farm is thrilled to announce the return of its beloved Pumpkin Festival for Autumn 2025.
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The Mythical Mystery Hunt
This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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Pumpkin Picking at Briarlands Farm
Briarlands Farm's Pumpkin Picking is back from 11th - 31st October, located inside one of our strawberry tunnels.
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Craigbank Farm Pumpkin Experience
Craigbank Farm in Dunlop are throwing open their barn doors for a pumpkin picking and Halloween extravaganza!
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Kelburn Pumpkin Party
Get ready for a frightfully fun time as Kelburn's Halloween Pumpkin Party returns this October with thrilling activities for all ages!
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The Wandering Witches of Culzean
Can you help the little witches at Culzean Castle and Country Park find the missing ingredient before the witching hour begins?
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