Food And Drink Events in Edinburgh in August 2025
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Events in Edinburgh
Whisky Tasting and Tales
Taste 4 deliciously different whiskies while taking a journey into the history of whisky in Scotland and its profound importance within Scottish culture.
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Leith Market
The weekly Leith Market has it all - fresh meats, fish, bread, veggies, fruits, cheeses, home bakes, olives, jams, chutneys, oils, smokehouse products and lots more!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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Cocktail Craft Masterclass
Join Summerhall Distillery for an immersive cocktail masterclass at their historic venue, where the art of mixology meets the science of spirits!
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The Scottish Explorer: A selection of the Finest Local Produce
Indulge in an unforgettable culinary journey that celebrates the essence of Scotland at Summerhall Distillery's Scottish Explorer events!
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Ocean Terminal Market
Ocean Terminal Market is a fantastic monthly weekend market with a great range of arts, crafts, food and drinks!
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West Linton Market
A monthly market for West Linton, held on the first Saturday of the month, showcasing artisan foods, produce and crafts!
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Newhailes Market
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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Syrian Supper Club
Come and join the Cyrenians for their delicious Syrian food cooked with love by their award winning chef Noura Selibi!
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The Steading Rosewell Farmers Market
The Steading Rosewell Farmers Market is launching on Sunday 4th May 2025, bringing the community together to enjoy a vibrant market!
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Whisky Meets Dumpling: A Magical Pairing Evening
Step into a magical evening of artisan dumplings & curated whisky pairings at Edinburgh’s iconic Elephant House Magic Café!
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Colins Cheese Clan
Come along to Tipsy Midgie for a monthly event where we delve into the world of cheese and whisky - 6 drams and 6 cheeses!
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Closes & Coffee
Step into a story steeped in centuries with Closes & Coffee, an exclusive immersive experience from The Real Mary King’s Close and The Lost Close.
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Beer Tasting Session
Join us for an expertly led beer tasting session at BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh – perfect for the beer-curious and craft fanatics alike.
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Sunday Market on the Croft
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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Festival Cocktail Club
The Fringe Festival is back and that can only mean one thing.. So is our Montpeliers Festival Cocktail Club at participating venues!
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Albariño Day 2025 At Cockburns of Leith
Pop into our store on Frederick Street anytime from 3pm-6pm to sample a selection of Albariños from Spain’s Rías Baixas region, no need to book a ticket!
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An Ode to Rabbie Burns Dinner at The Tolbooth Tavern
The Tolbooth Tavern are throwing open their historic doors for a night steeped in poetry, flavour and Highland charm - an ode to the Bard of Ayrshire, Rabbie Burns.
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Edinburgh Gin Presents: Ready Steady Cocktail!
Edinburgh Gin presents Ready Steady Cocktail! - a fast-paced live cocktail challenge where professional mixologists face off against brave audience members!
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Foodies Festival Edinburgh
Foodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music will return to Inverleith Park in August with headliners The Wanted 2.0, Scouting For Girls and Symphonic Ibiza!
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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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Whisky Under the Stars
Take your senses on a stellar adventure with Whisky Under the Stars, a one-of-a-kind tasting experience in Dynamic Earth’s awe-inspiring 360° Planetarium this August.
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Wine Tasting in Edinburgh City Centre
This 1 hour event is a chance to taste 4 vegan wines and learn about the grapes and the wineries, with a top up of your favourite wine to finish.
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Drag Brunch
This August, Brewhemia’s Big Fringe Drag Brunch turns up the heat – with touring queens from across the UK flying in exclusively for the Fringe.
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Exclusive Fringe Brunch at Tattu
This August, experience the energy of Edinburgh's Fringe Festival like never before with Tattu’s exclusive Fringe Brunch – hosted for two Saturdays only!
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Kids Brunch Klub
Join us at Brewhemia on Sundays in August as we transform into the Kids Brunch Klub playground – a magical club where kids (and their grown-ups) dive into new adventures!
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Whisky with a View
Discover the spirit of Scotland in an unforgettable tour of stories, history and whisky.
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Amethyst Bar, by X MUSE Vodka
This August, step into our modern-day Agora nestled within the French Institute on the Royal Mile, brought to life by X MUSE Vodka and experience artistic interpretations in liquid form!
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Champagne Supernova Breakfast
Known for its iconic music memorabilia and classic American cuisine, Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh is marking the return of one of the UK’s biggest bands with a special pre-concert brunch offering.
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The Underground Lectures: Illicit Spirits: How Prohibition Impacted the Scotch Whisky Industry
Step into the world of speakeasies with Siobhan Sellers, whisky expert, as she takes us on a journey through the Prohibition era.
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Secret Edinburgh West End Whisky Tastings
The Isle of Raasay Distillery is hosting a few secret whisky tastings in our ‘closed to the public tasting room’ in Edinburgh’s West End. Come and join us!
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Peruvian Cooking with Mercedes
Join Mercedes for a culinary journey through Peru as she teaches you how to make a traditional lamb stew and a delicious sweet tamale dessert on Saturday 16th August!
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The Philippine Store Edinburgh Grand Opening
Get ready, Edinburgh! The Philippine Store is officially opening its doors on Saturday, August 16th, bringing the heart of Filipino and Oriental food culture to the capital!
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AC/DC Brunch
For Those About To Rock at Murrayfield for the incredible ACDC Power Up Tour book in with us at Brewhemia for your pre-show gathering.
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Some Might Say we have the perfect pre-gig party here at Brewhemia ahead of the Oasis concerts at Murrayfield.
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Are you heading to see Sam Fender at Royal Highland Centre? Alright, then it’s time to Get Started the best way – with a Boozy Brunch in Brewhemia's Beer Palace!
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Abba Brunch
Calling all Dancing Queens! Join us at Brewhemia’s ABBA Sing-A-Long Brunch for a sparkling Saturday of live vocals, bubbles and cocktails, tasty food and all your favourite hits.
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Hops in the Garden
Leuchie are back at Archerfield Walled Garden for the 6th Hops in the Garden music and food festival this August.
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Maras 1st Birthday
Join us at Mara for our first birthday party — and yes, you're all invited on Saturday 23rd August from 3pm 'til late!
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Dinner in the Kitchen Garden with Roberta Hall-McCarron
For one night only, on Thursday 28th August, join award-winning chef Roberta Hall-McCarron in the heart of the Botanics and embark on culinary journey through our onsite Kitchen Garden!
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Secret Edinburgh West End Meet The Master Distiller + Whisky Tasting
Enjoy a rare opportunity for a night of discussion on everything Raasay, with our Co-Founder and Master Distiller Alasdair Day in our secret tasting room in Edinburgh’s West End!
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Argentinian Cooking with Maria
Maria from The Edinburgh Canape Company returns with her sold-out Argentinian Cooking masterclass on Sunday 31st August at the Cyrenians Flavour and Haver Cook School.
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Georgian Wine Tasting!
Dive into the ancient world with a Georgian Wine tasting with Slonk on Sunday 31st August at The Port of Leith Distillery!
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Food And Drink Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Food And Drink Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
The Glasgow Piano Man
An evening of live music and great food when The Glasgow Piano Man tribute returns to Mr MacGregor's!
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I Love Clarkston Food Market
I Love Clarkston is proud to bring you a new food market to the town on the 3rd Sunday of the month starting on Sunday 17th August!
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Foodies Festival Glasgow
Foodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music will return to Rouken Glen Park in August with headliners The Wanted 2.0, Scouting For Girls and Symphonic Ibiza!
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Here's a selection of Food And Drink Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Balgove Larder Night Market
The Balgove Night Market returns in 2025 and takes place on the first Tuesday of the month between May and September.
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Bowhouse Market Weekends
Bowhouse Market Weekends are a celebration of the best food and drink from Fife and beyond with a host of food and drink producers and the opportunity to try a great selection of street food.
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St Andrews Market
Come along to the monthly St Andrews, South Street Market with its independent producers and creatives!
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Here's a selection of Food And Drink Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Bute Highland Games
Bute Highland Games return on Saturday 23rd August with another packed programme of events for all the family to enjoy!
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Summer Holiday Food and Activity Programme
Come and join the team at Platform over the school summer holidays for a packed programme of free food and creative activities!
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Scottish Macaroni Appreciation Club
On the last Wednesday of the month, join the Scottish Macaroni Appreciation Club for the ultimate cheesy night out at Sloans!
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Here's a selection of Food And Drink Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Bothwell Market
SHS Events bring their wonderful markets to Bothwell twice a month on the first and third Saturdays featuring artisan crafts, fresh produce, unique gifts, handmade items and tasty street food!
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Makers & Merchants Monthly Market Lanark
Makers & Merchants Market in Lanark is Scotland's newest and most exciting monthly market and a vibrant celebration of the best food, drink, and craft producers around!
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Hamilton Rugby Club Family Festival
Bring the whole family along to Hamilton Rugby Club on Saturday 23rd August for a fun-filled day packed with excitement and entertainment!
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Here's a selection of Food And Drink Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Renfrew Market & Car Boot
Renfrew Market and Car Boot is held weekly on Fridays at Renfrew FC's New Western Park between 8am and 1pm!
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Kilmacolm Farmers Market
Kilmacolm Farmers Market is held on the first Saturday each month in the Village Square, featuring a great selection of local Scottish produce!
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Paisley Farmers Market
Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Paisley Town Centre on the second and last Saturdays of each month!
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Here's a selection of Food And Drink Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Stirling Farmers Market
The ever popular Stirling Farmers' Market on Port Street is held on the 2nd Saturdays of each month!
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Killearn Country Market
Don't miss the Killearn Country Market, a regular craft fayre boasting bakes, woodworking, jewellery, art and more, all hand-crafted by talented makers from around Scotland!
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Summer Chefs: Youth Cooking Classes for Mercat Cross Residents
Are you aged 11–14? Then join Creative Stirling for two free, fun, hands-on afternoons of cooking, learning, and eating!
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
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!
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Kilmarnock Farmers Market
Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!
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Largs Market
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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FREE Whisky Tasting with Ardgowan Distillery
Geraldo's are delighted to offer you the opportunity to taste some of Ardgowan Distillery's award-winning blends, gin and some new single malts!
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Gusbourne Wine-Paired Dinner
Join the team at Marine Troon for an unforgettable evening of fine dining and exceptional English wine as we present a curated wine-paired dinner in partnership with Gusbourne.
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FREE Tasting with Isle of Harris Distillery
Meet Megan from Isle of Harris Distillery at this free in-store tasting to find out more about this incredible distillery and sample their stunning gin and award-winning whisky, The Hearach.
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Largs Viking Festival & Festival of Fire
The 2025 Largs Viking Festival & Festival of Fire, marking the 1263 Battle of Largs, will be held between Saturday 30th August and Sunday 7th September!
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