Music Events in Edinburgh in January 2026
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Events in Edinburgh
Live Music at The Botanist
The Botanist hosts live music from Thursday to Sunday every week! From acoustic singles, duos, trios and full band, we have it all.
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Beethoven Sonatas by Candlelight
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional early evening piano recital at the beautiful candlelit venue of St Giles' Cathedral!
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Royal Mile Chamber Music Series
The Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series returns to St Giles, Cathedral for its second season, following a widely acclaimed launch.
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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight
Enjoy Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons, and other magnificent works by Candlelight at St Giles' Cathedral, performed by The Piccadilly Sinfonietta!
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Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Experience an enchanting piano recital bathed in the gentle glow of candlelight and set in the awe-inspiring beauty of St Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh.
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Royal Mile International Piano Series
Set against the magnificent backdrop of St Giles’ Cathedral — illuminated by candlelight - these concerts promise an unforgettable musical experience!
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Jubilate Children’s Choir
Jubilate is St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral's new junior choir, held every Friday during term time in the Song School on the Cathedral grounds.
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Story Platform
Story Platform is a monthly live event at The Gilded Saloon, created to uplift Scottish writers and performers through stand up, music, sketch comedy, and more!
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Winter Wellbeing Challenge
As winter begins, the wonderful folk at SHBT are inviting you to take part in a monthly activity in the beautiful Historic Building Riddles Court, just off the Royal Mile.
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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay: First Footin’
First Footin’ returns on New Year’s Day with a packed programme of FREE live music and performance taking place in city centre attractions, pubs and venues across both the Old & New Town areas.
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SCO 2025-26: Viennese New Year
Immerse yourself in all the glorious opulence of a traditional Viennese New Year celebration – and welcome 2026 in lavish style.
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Sprogmanay
Shimmy, sparkle, and sing your way into the New Year as Sprogmanay returns on New Year’s Day at the National Museum of Scotland.
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Edinburgh Royal Choral Union - Messiah
A long-treasured tradition to welcome the New Year, The Edinburgh Royal Choral Union will perform Haendel’s Messiah at the Usher Hall on 2nd January!
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Europe's No 1 Hot County TVs award winning Country music show, "The Legends of American Country" return to the Howden Park Centre for a fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!
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Southside of the Tracks
John McCusker, Scotland’s foremost fiddle player, gathers a who’s who of singer songwriters and traditional musicians for one night only on The Queen’s Hall stage.
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The Rolling Stones Story
The Rolling Stones Story promises you an unforgettable Jumpin’ Jack Flash back in time. It’s Only Rock ‘n’ Roll, but we like it!
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Jakub Klimiuk Quintet
An accomplished London-based guitarist and composer, Jakub Klimiuk takes his quintet on tour with a brand new set of material, with a date at the Traverse Theatre on 12th January!
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The Gemstone Arias in Concert
Join us for the World Premiere performance of The Gemstone Arias composed by Jay Capperauld with text by Niall Campbell, performed by Rosie Lavery (soprano) and Anna Michels (piano).
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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: Haydn & Schubert with Lorenza Borrani
Smouldering drama collides with daring humour in this vibrant matinee concert directed by inspirational Italian violinist Lorenza Borrani.
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Freddie & Queen Experience
The Freddie and Queen Experience are one of the UK's Premier Queen and Freddie Mercury Tribute Bands. Don't miss them when they return to the Reconnect Regal Theatre!
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One Voice - Barry Manilow
Join us at Reconnect Howden Park in January for a night of nostalgia, passion, and pure musical brilliance as we pay tribute to one of the greatest entertainers of all time!
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Club 80s Live
Give the Rubik’s Cube a night off and get ready to be taken back to an era of music that people will never forget with the Club 80's Live show!
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John Roy Stuart - Latha Chuilodair
In this play, the ghost of John Roy Stuart, poet, partisan and Colonel of the Jacobite Edinburgh Regiment, returns to Scotland to recall his life, times and final battle.
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Musical Encounters
Young string players from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland take to the stage in a powerful collaboration with musicians from Scottish Ensemble at The Queen's Hall on 17th January.
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GirlyPop Live
GirlyPop Live is coming to Edinburgh Corn Exchange on Sunday 18th January with your favourite Pop icons in one live show brought to you by the best tribute acts!
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Natalie Wildgoose
Catch songwriter, pianist and composer Natalie Wildgoose when she plays Leith Depot on Sunday 18th January!
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Tommy Emmanuel CGP - Living In The Light Tour
Grammy-nominated acoustic guitarist extraordinaire, composer and global touring artist Tommy Emmanuel will perform at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Sunday 18th January!
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Museum Late: Big Burns Ceilidh
Enjoy a night like no other in the beautiful setting of the National Museum of Scotland at night as the fantastic Jacobites Ceilidh Band bring the Grand Gallery to life!
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Nearly Elton
Nearly Elton is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest showmen of our time! Catch it at Reconnect Regal Theatre on Friday 23rd January!
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The Music Of Prince - New Purple Celebration
Come celebrate the life, legacy and The Music of Prince when New Purple Celebration returns to The Liquid Room on Friday 23rd January!
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Justin Hawkins Rides Again... Again
Justin Hawkins brings his YouTube show “Justin Hawkins Rides Again” to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Saturday 24th January!
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Sing-a-Long-a Encanto
Gather la Familia! It’s time to celebrate something truly Magical! Don't miss Sing-a-Long-a Encanto at the Edinburgh Playhouse on Saturday 24th January!
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Sing-a-Long-a The Greatest Showman
Singalonga Productions, producers of Singalonga Sound of Music and Singalonga Grease, bring the smash hit film musical The Greatest Showman to Edinburgh Playhouse on Saturday 24th January!
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Joanne Shaw Taylor
Experience the magic of Joanne Shaw Taylor and her incredible band as they deliver a powerhouse performance featuring songs from her latest album, 'Black & Gold'.
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The Radiohead Project
The Radiohead Project is a stunning live tribute show that celebrates one of the greatest bands of all time... don't miss it at Assembly Rooms on Monday 26th January!
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Dylan LeBlanc
Lonesome Highway Presents singer-songwriter Dylan LeBlanc at The Voodoo Rooms on Tuesday 27th January!
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Edinburgh Quartet Lunchtime Series
Join the Edinburgh Quartet at St Cecilia's Hall for a series of Lunchtime Concerts in 2026!
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Defying Gravity - West End Women
Defying Gravity - West End Women, coming to Edinburgh's Usher Hall in January, is a celebration of women who have made their mark on the West End Stage!
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Meat Loaf by Candlelight
Join us for an unforgettable night of Meat Loaf Anthems, performed in the beautiful Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh by candlelight.
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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: Mozart’s Last Three Symphonies
Discover – or rediscover – the compelling power of Mozart's last three symphonies as Maxim brings his vibrant visions to Scotland.
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Eagles by Candlelight
Eagles by Candlelight comes to The Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh, featuring a cast of West End Singers and an incredible live band!
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Lillian Gordis: French Connection
Harpsichordist Lillian Gordis directs a programme of French/German music from the 18th century.
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RSNO 2025/26: How to Train Your Dragon in Concert
Featuring John Powell's Oscar-nominated score performed live to picture by the RSNO, How to Train Your Dragon in Concert is a thrilling experience for all ages!
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The Style Councillors
The Style Councillors, the world's one and only tribute to The Style Council, return to La Belle Angele on Friday 30th January.
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Cowgate Block Party
Cowgate Block Party is a brand new all-day music festival coming to the heart of Edinburgh on Saturday 31st January!
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Definitely Dolly
Definitely Dolly is the best Dolly Parton tribute this side of Tennessee. Catch the show at Reconnect Regal Theatre on 31st January!
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Improv Workshop Intensives: Viewpoints, Music, Duoprov
Unlock tools for physical storytelling, musicality, and duo-based improv that deepen trust, emotion, and creative freedom in this immersive weekend intensive at Summerhall.
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The Drifters
The Drifters are back on the road in the UK performing their classic hits from the last six decades, catch them at the Usher Hall on 31st January!
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The Jersey Notes
No matter what your age, you will recognize the songs and won't be able to stop yourself from tapping your feet and getting down on to the dance floor when The Jersey Notes play Room At The Top!
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Music Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Music Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Cinema Screening: Royal Ballet and Opera - La Traviata
Heart-rending arias meet harsh realities in this captivating story. Don't miss a screening of the Royal Ballet and Opera's La Traviata at Eastwood Park Theatre on Wednesday 14th January!
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Artie’s Singing Kettle: Live
In a brand-new show, the Singing Kettle's founder, Artie dusts off the kettles and asks the audience at Eastwood Park Theatre to say the famous rhyme...
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The Show Must Go On
Starring award winning vocalist Angela Duncan, Kirk James, Mike Michaels, Carol Mac and host Gerry Harte, backed by a live band, this is a show not to be missed!
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Here's a selection of Music Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Kirkcaldy Music Society: Chamber Concert Series
Come and join Kirkcaldy Music Society for a series of classical chamber music concerts in Kirkcaldy Old Kirk!
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Celebrating Celine
Prepare to be dazzled as we pay tribute to the voice, the legacy, and the magic of Celine Dion at the Alhambra Theatre Dunfermline on 29th January!
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The Legends Of American Country Show
The UK's no.1 country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, returns to Rothes Halls for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!
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Here's a selection of Music Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings
After captivating millions of Bridgerton fans worldwide, Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings is making its grand return to Glasgow!
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The Big Poetry Party
Postpartum Poems are back with 'The Big Poetry Party' their fourth fundraiser event, this time being held at The Marlborough in Shawlands on Wednesday 14th January!
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Baiuca and Malin Lewis
Baiuca brings Galician rhythms with the soulful, contemporary sounds of avant-garde electronica, to Glasgow's Saint Luke's as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
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Here's a selection of Music Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
The Billy Joel Story
Journey through the life and music of the 150 Million record-selling Piano Man in this uplifting show when it comes to Cumbernauld Theatre on Saturday 24th January!
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The Taylor Swift Effect
The Taylor Swift Effect, the UK's ultimate tribute to Taylor, is coming to Rutherglen Town Hall on Saturday 31st January!
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Taylor Fever
ATTENTION ALL SWIFTIES! Alongside her incredible dancers, TAYLOR FEVER is taking UK and European Theatres by storm and for one night only returns to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 17th January!
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Here's a selection of Music Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Club 80’s Live!
Whether you were workin' as a waitress in a cocktail bar or just a city boy, let Club 80's take your hand back to the happiest days of your life when it comes to Paisley Town Hall!
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The Legends of American Country Show
Europe's number one country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, comes to Paisley Town Hall for a fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!
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Roxette UK
Capturing the essence of the Swedish pop rock legends, Roxette UK are the ultimate tribute show, don't miss them live at The Bungalow Paisley on Saturday 17th January!
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Here's a selection of Music Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Karaoke
Come along to the Foresters Arms, Cambusbarron for a fun filled evening of karaoke on the last Friday of the month!
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Christmas Disco Party Nights
Let the festivities commence with a fun-filled Christmas disco night at Inchyra in Falkirk!
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Nashville Live
Hit country show, Nashville Live, returns for another fantastic night of toe-tapping Country nostalgia. Don't miss it at The Albert Halls on Friday 23rd January!
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