Food And Drink events in Edinburgh

Cocktail Craft Masterclass

Join Summerhall Distillery at their historic venue for an immersive cocktail masterclass, where the art of mixology meets the science of spirits!

Edinburgh Farmers Market

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!

Grassmarket Market

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!

Stockbridge Market

The weekly Stockbridge Market is a foodie heaven featuring creative crafts, original artwork, superb street food. Eat, meet, greet or treat - there is something for everyone!

Brick and Sip - A LEGO Workshop with Alcohol

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!

Ocean Terminal Market

Ocean Terminal Market is a cosy and well-established market featuring a fabulous range of arts, crafts, food and drinks on the first weekend of each month!

Royal Tea on Britannia

Step behind the ropes of the Royal Yacht Britannia for an enhanced guided group tour, featuring an exclusive 'Royal Brow' entrance, State Apartment tours and a delicious tea in the Royal Deck Tearoom!

Burly Ceilidh Club

Enjoy an evening of Scottish scran, jigs and reels with a live ceilidh band taking you through all the steps into the small hours at the Ghillie Dhu's Burly Ceilidh Club!

Livingston Designer Outlet Food & Crafts Indoor Event

Expect an exciting mix of talented artisans, handmade crafts, unique gifts, and small businesses, all under one roof at the Livingston Designer Outlet Food & Crafts Indoor Event!

Doghouse x Rusty Seagull Pop Up

New Portobello pub The Rusty Seagull has teamed up with another local Portobello business The Doghouse to front its latest street food pop-up!

Scottish Explorer: A Taste of Scotland

Indulge in an unforgettable culinary journey that celebrates the essence of Scotland at one of Summerhall Distillery's Scottish Explorer: A Taste of Scotland events!

Eat Out Edinburgh

Eat Out Edinburgh is an annual celebration of Edinburgh city centre's fantastic bars and restaurants, this year taking place throughout the whole month of March due to popular demand!

A Play, A Pie and A Pint

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

ExBEERiences at Cold Town House

The Cold Town ExBEERience at Cold Town House is a 90-minute guided beer tasting designed for stags, group celebrations, work socials and anyone looking for something different to do at the weekend!

Portobello Local Market

Portobello Local Market is a much loved event for truly local food, drink and crafts, held in Brighton Park on the first Saturday of every month!

West Linton Market

A monthly market for West Linton, held on the first Saturday of the month, showcasing a large selection of artisan foods, local produce and crafts!

Women in Whisky in the Old Town of Edinburgh

Discover the inspiring, hidden history of whisky at The Lost Close with an immersive underground tasting, celebrating the trailblazing women who've shaped the industry!

Foraging & Herbal Medicine Course: Wild Things Year 1

Join community herbalist and foraging tutor, Soraya Bishop for this eight month exploration of wild medicinal and edible plants growing abundantly in and around Edinburgh through the seasons.

Crafting with Afternoon Tea & Prosecco

Get ready to unleash your creativity while sipping on bubbly and enjoying some tasty treats at this Crafting with Afternoon Tea & Prosecco event at the Grassmarket Community Project this March!

Drinkmonger Spirits Fair

The Drinkmonger Spirits Fair returns to Mansfield Traquair on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th March, brought to you by the expert team behind Whisky Fringe and Royal Mile Whiskies!

Hoose Party Series x King of Feasts

On Saturday 14th March, The Hoxton will mark Super Saturday with its first 'Hoose' party of 2026 - an epic celebration of decadent food, live DJs and dancing all night long!

Support The Makers & Food Market - George Watson’s College

Support The Makers hold an occasional Makers & Food Market in George Watson's College, celebrating the creativity of the talented artists, makers and designers within the local community!

Early Spring Foraging - Arthur’s Seat

Join foraging guide Tamara Colchester for a fun spring foraging walk around Arthur's Seat and discover tasty wild treats in Edinburgh!

Kirkliston Village Market

Held on the third Sunday of each month between March and November, Kirkliston Village Market showcases a selection of local and independent businesses!

Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea

This Mother's Day, gather the ladies who lunch and treat your queen to an Afternoon Tea worth dressing up for at Brewhemia!

Mother’s Day Mamma Mia Sing-A-Long

Dress like a Dancing Queen, grab a mimosa and sing like you're on a sun-soaked taverna table at Brewhemia's Mother's Day Mamma Mia Sing-A-Long!

Mumma Mia Mother’s Day Live Sing-Along Lunch

Channel your inner Dancing Queen and celebrate Mother's Day in fabulous style at Village Edinburgh's Mumma Mia Live Sing-Along Lunch!

Leith’s St Patrick’s Day Party

Looking for St Patrick's Day celebrations in Leith? You've found it. Malones Leith is the only Irish bar in Leith, and they're going big for Paddy's Day!

Great Scottish Sports Quiz

Whether you're a die-hard football fan or more of a rugby regular, take part in the Great Scottish Sports Quiz at Scottish Gas Murrayfield and help raise funds for Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland!

100 Best Australian Wines Festival with Matthew Jukes

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!

Calçotada in Scotland 2026

Start building up your appetite and get ready to share some culture because on Saturday 21st of March, Scotland's most anticipated calçotada is back at The Pitt!

Newhailes Market

You'll find a fine selection of handmade goods, from jams and chutneys to pies and candles, at Newhailes House and Gardens' Market, held on the third weekend each month!

Edinburgh STYLE

St James Quarter's much loved Edinburgh STYLE event returns for 2026, with an expanded five-day programme running from Wednesday 25th to Sunday 29th March!

The Night Market UK - Edinburgh

The Night Market UK is proud to be returning to the Biscuit Factory in Leith to showcase local makers and shakers, from and for this community they call home, on Friday 27th March!

Baking with Spices

Join us at Flavour and Haver Cook School on 28th March 2026 for a spice filled morning with our Food Education manager Sue!

Project Kuyenda Charity Gala

The third Project Kuyenda Charity Gala is taking place on Saturday 28 March at the prestigious 5-star Prestonfield House, filled with elegance, excitement, fine dining and top notch entertainment!

The Final Betrayal: Interactive Dinner Experience

Don't miss an evening of intrigue and cunning at Norton House Hotel & Spa, where guests navigate shifting loyalties and unmask the Betrayers over a two-course interactive dinner!

Ubhal Cider Gathering

Join Anstruther's Aeble Cider Shop on Saturday 28th March as they take over Custom Lane in Leith for the first Ubhal Cider Gathering showcasing a diverse range of ciders and the people who made them!

An Evening of Recipes and Rituals with Samin Nosrat

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Fraser Cameron Aboard Fingal

An exclusive pop-up event, just ten diners will be welcomed to enjoy a bespoke seven-course menu created by the Head Chef of 1610 at The Globe Inn, Fraser Cameron, aboard Fingal!

Castle Street Market

Held in brightly coloured gazebos in the heart of central Edinburgh, Castle Street Market is filled with top quality products and has something to satisfy every taste!

Leith Spring Brewery Market

Moonwake Beer Co. are back with their Spring Brewery Market, once again welcoming local traders to sell their wares while the taproom is open and the beer is pouring!

Pop Icons! Drag Brunch

On Saturday 4th April, Brewhemia are turning the volume up with their Pop Icons! Drag Brunch that serves a riotous fusion of bratwurst, bangers, and big divas!

The Easter Bunny’s Brunch

Hop along to Brewhemia on Sunday 5th April for a cracking Easter brunch featuring Peter Rabbit on the big screen, egg hunts, and crafts... it's the ultimate festive morning for the whole family!

Easter Bunny Breakfast

Head along to IKEA Edinburgh on Monday 6th April for their Easter Bunny Breakfast and enjoy a special visit from the Easter Bunny!

Bake it Global: The Science of Scotland’s Food & Drink

Join Dr Josh Smalley and Peter Sawkins, two 'Great British Bake Off' stars, on a mouth-watering, science-fuelled tour of Scotland’s iconic exports!

Giants in the Kitchen: Big Science, Up Close

Step into the world of giants with Dr Josh Smalley and Peter Sawkins two 'Great British Bake Off' stars and explore the science behind baking inspired by colossal creatures!

Celtic Encounters

Celtic Encounters promises an unforgettable meeting of musical traditions, an intimate, atmospheric celebration of Scotland and Brittany in one of East Lothian's most beautiful historic houses!

Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience

Be part of the action as Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve up mayhem on a plate and two hours of non-stop laughter when Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience returns to The Scotsman Hotel!

Edinburgh Uncorked Wine Festival 2026

Join Wine Events Scotland at the Assembly Rooms on 9th May for Edinburgh’s only independent spring wine festival – Edinburgh Uncorked – a celebration of wines from all over the world!

Grassmarket Craft Beer Festival

After sellout festivals last year, the Grassmarket Craft Beer Festival is back at Cold Town House on Saturday 9th May for another celebration of great beer, live music and community spirit!

Edinburgh Vegan Festival

Discover the ultimate celebration of an ethical, animal-friendly, and eco lifestyle at the Edinburgh Vegan Festival on Saturday 16th May!

The Leith Food Festival

Celebrate global flavours, performing arts, and the very best of Edinburgh's independent food scene when The Leith Food Festival takes over Leith Links on Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st May!

Fringe By The Sea

Fringe by the Sea is a vibrant ten-day fringe festival with a big heart, harnessing the joy of connection and creativity in the small Scottish seaside town of North Berwick!

In Pour Taste: A Comedy Wine Tasting Experience

Returning after two sellout Edinburgh Fringe seasons, comedians Sweeney Preston and Ethan Cavanagh and a guest wine expert guide you through five wine tastings and at least five jokes!

Foodies Festival Edinburgh

Foodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music will once again return to Edinburgh's Inverleith Park in August with headliners Scouting For Girls and Symphonic Ibiza!

Tom Gilbey: Absolute Filth

Tom Gilbey is hitting the road, bringing his trademark energy, humour, producer Fred and some questionable bottles of plonk to theatres across the country including Edinburgh's Assembly Rooms!

Jay Rayner: Nights Out in the Kitchen

Join wit, raconteur, and occasional pastry-wrangler Jay Rayner, for a couple of hours of intense foodie insight, fabulous dinner ideas and the occasional dodgy one too.

Edinburgh Oktoberfest

Edinburgh Oktoberfest returns for 2026, this year's event will be held indoors at the Central Hall at Tollcross between Thursday 8th and Saturday 10th!

Edinburgh’s Whisky Festival

Edinburgh's Whisky Festival will once again take over Scottish Gas Murrayfield on Saturday 10th October for what promises to be the most immersive and spirited year yet!

The Cape Controversy - An Immersive Dining Experience

Atmospheric, indulgent and rooted in real Edinburgh history, The Cape Controversy is an ultra-limited opportunity to experience The Real Mary King's Close after hours, as few ever have!

Gin & Rum Festival Edinburgh

The Gin & Rum Festival tour is returning to Edinburgh in November 2026! If you're thirsty for knowledge or just want to party the night away, this is the event for you!

Foodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music will once again return to Rouken Glen Park in August with headliners Boyzlife and Symphonic Ibiza!

Beer lovers in the Mearns, rejoice! The Whitecraigs Rugby Club Beer Fest and Family Fun Day returns for Summer 2026 on Saturday 20th June!

Expect fresh produce, artisan goodies, street food, sweet treats and more — all from fantastic local and regional traders at the monthly I Love Clarkston Food Market!

Join Pratis Barns on Saturday 14th March for their Six Nations Super Saturday, an epic day of rugby action for all your friends and family!

Pop along to the gorgeous Falkland Estate for their monthly Makers and Producers Market featuring a range of unique, locally made gifts, tasty treats, and hand-crafted treasures for everyone!

Come along to Markets Between Two Firths' monthly St Andrew's Market in South Street which features a variety of local independent producers and creatives!

After lighting up cities across the UK, Rum & Reggae Fest is returning to Glasgow for an unmissable celebration of Caribbean music and culture at SWG3 on Saturday 23rd May!

The first-ever WOMAD Festival in Scotland will bring global artists to Glasgow's Kelvingrove Park on Friday 3rd & Saturday 4th July, celebrating cultural expression from around the world!

Be part of the action as Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve up mayhem on a plate and two hours of non-stop laughter when Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience comes to Oran Mor Glasgow!

Enjoy an afternoon of sweet and savoury favourites, fizz & Fernando when ORA bar host their ABBA-Noon Tea featuring live entertainment from Havana Blonde!

Part of Rutherglen 900 and the Eden Project's nationwide celebration, spend a relaxed afternoon connecting with neighbours at The Big Lunch Buzzfest on Sunday 7th June!

For the very first time ever, the home of Motherwell FC is hosting a Sleepout... and it's all in celebration of 25 years of Kilbryde Hospice and 140 years of Motherwell FC!

Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Paisley Town Centre on the second and last Saturdays of each month!

Paisley's annual Sma' Shot day event, one of the oldest workers' festivals in the UK, will take place this year on Saturday 4th July!

Renfrew Gala Day 2026 will take place on Sunday 7th June with a day full of fun, entertainment, and celebration of our local community!

The Golden Lion will host a fundraising dinner on Friday 20th March in aid of two of Stirling's great heritage traditions – The Walking of the Marches and the Incorporation of Hammermen.

Stirling Whisky Festival returns for 2026, welcoming distilleries from all over the country to celebrate with over 100+ drams to sample, it's a whisky connoisseur dream!

Dust off your denims, dig out the diamonds and join Stirling Court Hotel for a country‑style celebration perfect for birthdays, reunions, or one last rodeo on the dance floor!

Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!

Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!

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!

If you're looking for the ideal way to kick off Mother's Day weekend, then look no further than Geraldo's free Galloway Distillery in-store tasting!

Celebrate Mother's Day in timeless elegance with a guided tour of Kelburn Castle, followed by a delightful afternoon tea in its charming surroundings!