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Music Events in Edinburgh in January 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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SCO 2025-26: Viennese New Year

1st January 2026

Immerse yourself in all the glorious opulence of a traditional Viennese New Year celebration – and welcome 2026 in lavish style.

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The Rolling Stones Story

10th January 2026

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

12th January 2026

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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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: Haydn & Schubert with Lorenza Borrani

15th January 2026

Smouldering drama collides with daring humour in this vibrant matinee concert directed by inspirational Italian violinist Lorenza Borrani.

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One Voice - Barry Manilow

16th January 2026

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

17th January 2026

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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Musical Encounters

17th January 2026

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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The Legends of American Country Show

18th January 2026

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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Tommy Emmanuel CGP

18th January 2026

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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Nearly Elton

23rd January 2026

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

23rd January 2026

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

24th January 2026

Justin Hawkins brings his YouTube show “Justin Hawkins Rides Again” to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Saturday 24th January!

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Defying Gravity - West End Women

28th January 2026

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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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: Mozart’s Last Three Symphonies

29th January 2026

Discover – or rediscover – the compelling power of Mozart's last three symphonies as Maxim brings his vibrant visions to Scotland.

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Lillian Gordis: French Connection

30th January 2026

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

30th January 2026

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

30th January 2026

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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The Drifters

31st January 2026

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

31st January 2026

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:

The Legends of American Country Show

The Legends of American Country Show

7th January 2026

Europe's number one country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, returns to Eastwood Park Theatre for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!

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Cinema Screening: Royal Ballet and Opera - La Traviata

Cinema Screening: Royal Ballet and Opera - La Traviata

14th January 2026

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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Music Events in Fife

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

RSNO: Viennese Gala

RSNO: Viennese Gala

4th January 2026

It simply wouldn’t be New Year without the music of Vienna’s most famous son Johann Strauss and his friends.

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The Legends Of American Country Show

The Legends Of American Country Show

22nd January 2026

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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After The Last Waltz

After The Last Waltz

31st January 2026

Don't miss a night of Americana, folk, blues and classic rock and roll when After The Last Waltz returns to Carnegie Hall on Saturday 31st January!

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Music Events in Glasgow

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

Adult Music Workshops

Adult Music Workshops

Selected dates between 24th March 2025 - 1st March 2026

Always wanted to play an instrument? Now's your chance! Join Amplify Music Academy for their relaxed, one-hour daytime group lessons for adults!

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St. Paul and the Broken Bones

St. Paul and the Broken Bones

25th January 2026

Celtic Connections 2026 welcomes the return of soulful Southern rock group St. Paul & The Broken Bones to The Old Fruitmarket on Sunday 25th January!

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RuMac

RuMac

16th January 2026

Singer-songwriter RuMac will headline SWG3 Glasgow's Galvanizers on Thursday 16th January as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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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:

The Legends Of American Country Show

The Legends Of American Country Show

17th January 2026

The UK's no.1 country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, returns to Lanark Memorial Hall for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!

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The Legends Of American Country Show

The Legends Of American Country Show

18th January 2026

Europe's number one country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, comes to Airdrie Town Hall for a fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!

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Showaddywaddy

Showaddywaddy

31st January 2026

Don't miss 'The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World', Showaddywaddy, when they return to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 31st January!

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Music Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

Roxette UK

Roxette UK

17th January 2026

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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Music Events in Stirling

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

Christmas Disco Party Nights

Christmas Disco Party Nights

Selected dates between 28th November 2025 - 17th January 2026

Let the festivities commence with a fun-filled Christmas disco night at Inchyra in Falkirk!

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Nashville Live

Nashville Live

23rd January 2026

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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Nearly Elton

Nearly Elton

22nd January 2026

Nearly Elton is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest showmen of our time! Catch it at The Albert Halls Stirling on Thursday 22nd January!

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Events in Other Areas

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Popular Events

Edinburgh International Festival: Orpheus and Eurydice
Circa joins with the Scottish Chamber Orchestra and a chorus from Scottish Opera for the European premiere of this electrifying production of Gluck’s seminal opera at The Edinburgh Playhouse.
Bed By 10pm
Fancy going out for a dance but not keen on sacrificing the next day? Bed By 10 is a chance for ravers over 30's to relive the peak of the 80s, 90s & early 2000s clubbing scene!
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
EGTG presents Simon Stephens’ adaptation of Mark Haddon’s bestselling, award-winning novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time at Assembly Roxy in November!
Circus Vegas
Circus Vegas, a new death-defying circus, is touring the UK 2025 and comes to King's Park, Dalkeith from 14th to 17th August!
Murrayside Care Home: Open Morning
On Tuesday 19th August, Care UK’s Murrayside in Corstorphine, is inviting the community to a special morning in celebrating its recognition for excellence in tailoring care for Veterans.

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