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Events in Edinburgh

Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2025 - 31st December 2026
Various Locations Edinburgh

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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Arthur’s Secrets

Selected dates between 14th January 2025 - 31st March 2026

Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

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Holyrood Family Adventure

Selected dates between 13th October 2025 - 16th February 2026

Discover more about Holyrood's wildlife, history and volcanic landscape with these fun filled sessions in the dramatic landscape of Holyrood Park.

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Hays Community Education Courses (Free and accredited)

25th November 2025 - 25th November 2026

Hays Community Hub is excited to launch a brand-new learning opportunity designed to support you every step of the way.

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1-day Introduction to Self Defence

11th January 2026

Rencounter Krav Maga is running a 1-day introduction course to self defence on Sunday 11th January at the North Merchiston Club.

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Trees in Winter

11th January 2026

Join a ranger to learn the tips and tricks to identify trees in winter around the lovely setting of Holyrood Park on Sunday 11th January.

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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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Trees in Winter

18th January 2026

Join a ranger to learn the tips and tricks to identify trees in winter around the lovely setting of Linlithgow Peel and Loch on Sunday 18th January!

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Refillable Journal Evening Workshop

22nd January 2026

Join Cass for this this workshop on 22nd & 29th January and learn how to make a functional and fabulous refillable journal!

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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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The Blacksmiths Knife Making

Selected dates between 6th February 2026 - 27th March 2026

Learn the fundamental basics of blacksmithing in a supportive and engaging environment on this one day course run by Work of Iron at The Pitt.

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Spoon Carving Course

14th March 2026 - 15th March 2026

This Spoon Carving Course, on 14th & 15th March at the Chippendale International School of Furniture, is led by Louise Forbes, a talented wood carver and the founder of Louise Forbes Designs.

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Edinburgh Science Festival

4th April 2026 - 19th April 2026
Various Locations Edinburgh

Exploring the theme Going Global, Edinburgh Science Festival 2026 will showcase the research and innovation created through international partnerships that address shared challenges!

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Kids & Teens Easter Club (8 - 15)

6th April 2026

Build your very own sculpture from sketches created at a visit to the museum exhibition 'GIANTS' and use your MAMMOTH creativity to fill the week with a MASSIVE array of artwork.

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Guest Workshop: Solo-Prov & Being Obvious

19th April 2026

Learn to be present, obvious, and boldly simple as David Elms guides you through grounded improv and the joyful art of solo-prov in this workshop at Summerhall.

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Guest Masterclass: Shortform & Calvinball

13th June 2026 - 14th June 2026

Boost your short form skills and embrace rule-breaking creativity in Calvinball with Hayley Kellett. A weekend of joyful, fearless play.|

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Learning Events in East Renfrewshire

Learning Events in Fife

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

Visible Mending

Visible Mending

21st February 2026

Learn how to repair moth eaten or worn-out clothes with darning and sashiko stitching at Forgan Arts Centre on Saturday 21st February!

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Garden Mini Quilt Workshop

Garden Mini Quilt Workshop

7th February 2026 - 8th February 2026

Join Eilidh Weir at Forgan Arts Centre on 7th & 8th February for a two-day mini quilt workshop celebrating the transition from winter to spring.

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Weekend Ceramic Slipware Workshop

Weekend Ceramic Slipware Workshop

14th March 2026 - 15th March 2026

Join us at Forgan Arts Centre for this weekend ceramic slipware workshop with Erica Taylor Low on Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th March, it's open to all levels!

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Learning Events in Glasgow

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

Amplify: Short Music Course

Amplify: Short Music Course

10th January 2026 - 31st January 2026

Amplify Music Academy's 4-week Short Courses, beginning in January, are the ideal way for young people to start their music journey!

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Sushi Making Class

Sushi Making Class

28th January 2026

Learn the art of sushi making... from preparing perfect sushi rice to creating innovative rolls with homemade pulled pork, harissa and smoked garlic chicken, and an array of fresh veggies!

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Forest Families

Forest Families

Selected dates between 7th December 2025 - 22nd February 2026

Enjoy a Sunday morning of family fun in the great outdoors on one of Mugdock Country Park's Forest Families sessions!

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Learning Events in Lanarkshire

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

Airdrie Observatory Open Evenings

Airdrie Observatory Open Evenings

Selected dates between 11th November 2025 - 27th January 2026

Throughout the winter months you can visit Airdrie Observatory, one of only four observatories operating in the UK, on select evenings!

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Learning Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Learning Events in Stirling

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

Simple Silver Ring Taster Workshop - Valentines Special

Simple Silver Ring Taster Workshop - Valentines Special

14th February 2026

Join us for a bite-sized Silver Jewellery Making Taster Session and learn some basic jewellery making skills as you create a beautiful silver ring.

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Spring Mini-Quilts

Spring Mini-Quilts

7th March 2026 - 8th March 2026

Join our Hand Stitched Mini Quilting Workshop, and learn how to turn treasured scraps in to something both beautiful and sustainable.

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Crochet For Beginners

Crochet For Beginners

15th February 2026

Join us at Central Scotland School of Craft for an introductory workshop and learn the art of Crochet for Beginners crochet with Cynthia, one stitch at a time!

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Events in Other Areas

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Popular Events

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!
Edinburgh’s Christmas: Around the World Starflyer
Try it if you dare! The Starflyer is back at Edinburgh's Christmas giving the finest, and most thrilling, views of the stunning city centre skyline!
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!
Edinburgh’s Christmas: Christmas Market
One of the most iconic Christmas Markets in Europe, Edinburgh's Christmas Market returns to East Princes Street Gardens showcasing the best in artisan festive products and goods from local makers!
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.

Popular Listings

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