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Music Events in Edinburgh in August 2026

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Events in Edinburgh

Live Music at The Botanist

6th March 2025 - 20th December 2026

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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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight

Selected dates between 26th September 2025 - 22nd August 2026

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

Selected dates between 27th September 2025 - 22nd August 2026

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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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

7th August 2026 - 29th August 2026

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo returns from 7th to 29th August 2026 with the show 'A Call To Gather'.

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Definitely Oasis: 96 Revisited

15th August 2026

Headlined by Definitely Oasis, don't miss a full day of 90s anthems, attitude, and nostalgia - bringing back the sights and sounds of the gigs that defined a generation!

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Beethoven Piano Sonatas by Candlelight

21st August 2026

Enjoy an evening of profound beauty and romantic brilliance, as acclaimed pianist Ugnius Pauliukonis performs a stunning programme of Beethoven and Chopin in St Giles’ Cathedral.

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Mozart & Mendelssohn Violin Concertos

21st August 2026

Enjoy an exceptional classical concert by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral on 21st August!

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Edinburgh Summer Sessions: The Cure

23rd August 2026

The Cure, one of the most influential and iconic bands of all time, have announced they will headline a show at Edinburgh Summer Sessions on Sunday 23rd August!

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The Cure Aftershow

23rd August 2026

We want to see you at La Belle Angele for the afterparty that keeps The Cure at the heart of the night!

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Edinburgh Summer Sessions: Florence + The Machine

24th August 2026

Florence + The Machine have announced they'll play Edinburgh Summer Sessions 2026 on Monday 24th August with special guests Self Esteem and Jacob Alon!

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Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Rumours’ with the Transatlantic Ensemble

26th August 2026

Experience one of the greatest albums of all time, lovingly & accurately recreated live at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 26th August!

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Bon Jovi

28th August 2026

GRAMMY Award-winning, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band and one of history's most iconic live acts Bon Jovi have announced they'll bring their Forever Tour to Edinburgh on Friday 28th August!

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Edinburgh Summer Sessions: The Prodigy

29th August 2026

The Prodigy will bring their huge headline performance to Edinburgh Summer Sessions at the Royal Highland Showgrounds on Saturday 29th August!

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Music Events in East Renfrewshire

Music Events in Fife

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

Anstruther Harbour Festival

Anstruther Harbour Festival

28th August 2026 - 30th August 2026

The Anstruther Harbour Festival returns from 28th and 30th August 2026 with a host of fun filled family events - don't miss it!

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Music Events in Glasgow

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Celebrating Celine

Celebrating Celine

1st August 2026

Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to her music, Celebrating Celine, at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow, promises an evening of joy, emotion, and unforgettable entertainment!

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The Ballad Of Johnny & June

The Ballad Of Johnny & June

13th August 2026 - 22nd August 2026

Packed with legendary hits, The Ballad of Johnny & June takes you inside the soaring highs and shattering lows of a love story that defined an era!

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Summer Nights on the Southside: Scissor Sisters

Summer Nights on the Southside: Scissor Sisters

30th August 2026

Fresh from their highly anticipated reunion in 2025 the Scissor Sisters have announced a show at Glasgow Queen's Park on Sunday 30th August as part of Summer Nights on the Southside!

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Music Events in Lanarkshire

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

Artie’s Singing Kettle: Live

Artie’s Singing Kettle: Live

8th August 2026

Celebrate 10 years of Artie's solo adventures in this fun-filled, sing-along show for all ages at Rutherglen Town Hall on Saturday 8th August!

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Artie’s Singing Kettle: Live

Artie’s Singing Kettle: Live

7th August 2026

Celebrate 10 years of Artie's solo adventures in this fun-filled, sing-along show for all ages at Airdrie Town Hall on Friday 7th August!

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Beatles Tribute Duo: Just John & Paul

Beatles Tribute Duo: Just John & Paul

30th August 2026

Don't miss the longest running Beatles Tribute in the world to Lennon and McCartney at East Kilbride Royal British Legion on Sunday 30th August!

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Music Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Music Events in Stirling

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

Karaoke

Karaoke

Selected dates between 31st October 2025 - 27th November 2026

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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Events in Other Areas

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Sponsored Links

Hilton Glasgow
Wonder & Co
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The Chocolatarium
Mowgli
Tea Green
Children's Classic Concerts
WST
Go Ape
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MNB
Hilton Glasgow
Salvation Army
Escape The Past

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: 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.
Christmas at the Botanics
Explore the sights and sounds of Christmas in this magical after dark experience when it returns to the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh!
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!

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