Nights Out Events in Edinburgh in July 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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Doctor Bonk’s Macarbaret
Dr Bonk, Scotland's silliest surgeon, presents the Macarbaret: a madcap hour of drag, burlesque, music, comedy, and medical mayhem!
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A Night at the Opera by Candlelight (Feat. Nessun Dorma)
Set in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles' Cathedral, enjoy a night with the exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and some of the UK's leading opera singers!
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Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at Assembly Roxy
Come and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every month at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at the Assembly Roxy!
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Stand Up Horror
Improvised, macabre tales featuring (voluntary!) members of the audience as actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night at Stand Up Horror!
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Susan Morrison is historically funny
Susan Morrison, host of BBC Radio Scotland's 'Time Travels', will take you through some of Scotland's seediest, skankiest and scandalous history. And the funniest.
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Stu and Garry’s Free Improv Show
Marvel as resident duo Stu & Garry weave comedy magic from your suggestions in this long-running improvised show at The Stand Edinburgh!
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Come and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every Tuesday at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club in Summerhall!
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Underground Magic: Edinburgh’s Live Magic Night
Experience incredible magic when the Edinburgh Magic Company presents a fresh lineup of magicians, mind-readers, and the occasional wild-card variety act at the Gilded Saloon!
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Edinburgh Open House Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh Open House Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, held in the Royal British Legion Hall! Great informal fun night suitable for all ages (10yrs+).
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This is Rambert
Rambert’s centenary brings together bold, high-impact works from (LA)HORDE, Emma Evelein and a brand-new commission.
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The Divine Comedy
The Divine Comedy are touring the UK & Ireland in Summer 2026 with a date at the Usher Hall on 3rd July!
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An Evening with David Sedaris
David Sedaris returns to the Usher Hall on Saturday 4th July to read new and unpublished stories, take questions, sign books and meet his audience!
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Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, the world’s finest tribute to Fleetwood Mac, return to the Usher Hall on Sunday 5th July celebrating the very best of Fleetwood Mac!
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Callum Beattie
Castle Concerts, presented by Seat Unique, are delighted to announce that Callum Beattie (and special guests) will play Edinburgh Castle Esplanade on Friday 10th July!
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Nikita Kuzmin: Supernova
Strictly Come Dancing finalist and fan favourite Nikita Kuzmin takes centre stage in the explosive new dance spectacular Supernova, touring to Edinburgh in July 2026.
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James Taylor
Castle Concerts, presented by Seat Unique, are delighted to announce that James Taylor will play Edinburgh Castle on Tuesday 14th July!
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Stewart Lee vs The Man-Wulf
Returning to Edinburgh Playhouse after selling out in 2025! Stewart Lee shares his stage with a tough-talking werewolf comedian from the dark forests of the subconscious who hates humanity.
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Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance
Lord of the Dance, the global phenomenon that redefined Irish dance, returns to Edinburgh in the summer of 2026 as part of a new UK tour to mark the production's 30th Anniversary!
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Deacon Blue
Scottish pop rock titans Deacon Blue have announced a huge run of outdoor shows for summer 2026, including a date at Edinburgh Castle on Friday 17th July!
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Snow Patrol
Snow Patrol have announced a run of outdoor gigs next summer, including a date at Edinburgh Castle Esplanade on Saturday 18th July!
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban In Concert with the RSNO
Experience Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban like never before as the Scottish National Orchestra brings John Williams’ spellbinding score to life live in concert at Edinburgh Castle!
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The Dickies
American punk rockers The Dickies have been in continuous existence for over 40 years, don't miss them live at La Belle Angele on Sunday 19th July!
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Bowie Experience
Bowie Experience is a breathtaking concert celebrating the music of the world’s greatest pop icon, David Bowie.
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Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
Experience an unforgettable night of world-class music as Jools Holland and his renowned Rhythm & Blues Orchestra take over Usher Hall for the Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival!
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Little Shop of Horrors
Join us at the Festival Theatre for a spectacular performance as The Beyond Broadway Experience – featuring 200 talented young performers – brings you Little Shop of Horrors!
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Luke Combs
Multi-platinum award-winning country superstar Luke Combs will bring his 'My Kinda Saturday Night Tour' to Scottish Gas Murrayfield on Friday 24th and Saturday 25th July!
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Mozart - Piano Sonatas by Candlelight
Immerse yourself in the brilliance of Mozart, performed by acclaimed concert pianist Luke Jones in the awe-inspiring candlelit setting of St Giles’ Cathedral.
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Nights Out Events in East Renfrewshire
Nights Out Events in Fife
Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Kai Widdrington - Evolution
Strictly Come Dancing star Kai Widdrington is set to dazzle audiences in Fife when he brings his highly anticipated 2026 dance tour, Evolution, to the Adam Smith Theatre!
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Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Legends Of The 60’s Show
Join a multi award-winning all-star cast of musicians and singers for the musical masterpiece that is the Legends of the 60's Show when it returns to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow in July!
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UK/DC & Dream On - The Ultimate AC/DC & Aerosmith Double Header
UK/DC & Dream On, tributes to two of rocks biggest icons, come together to give you two full shows of epic rock at The Classic Grand on Friday 10th July!
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Glasgow Summer Sessions: Pitbull
Pitbull IS BACK! Mr Worldwide will be headlining Glasgow Summer Sessions at Bellahouston Park on Wednesday 1st July!
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Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Dignity - The Deacon Blue Experience
Dignity, Scotland's premier six-piece, all-live tribute to the legendary Deacon Blue, come to East Kilbride Village Theatre on Friday 31st July!
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Rat Pack Tribute Duo: Tossed Salads & Scrambled Eggs
Tossed Salads & Scrambled Eggs are the best modern swing show you'll likely ever see... don't miss them live at East Kilbride Royal British Legion on Friday 31st July!
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Balancing in Freedom
Following a sold-out, standing-ovation premiere at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, Balancing in Freedom returns to the stage in 2026.
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Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
The Absolute Stone Roses
Taking you back to the 90s indie explosion with a set list of Roses classics don't miss The Absolute Stone Roses live at Venue Paisley on Friday 24th July!
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Forever Clapton
A brand new production for 2026 and outstanding tribute to one of the most iconic blues and rock guitarists of all time... don't miss Forever Clapton at Beacon Arts Centre!
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Oh What A Night!
Oh What A Night! at the Beacon Arts Centre will take you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons!
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Here's a selection of Nights Out 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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Legends of the 60’s Show
Following a sellout debut tour to nightly standing ovations and rave reviews join a multi award-winning all-star cast of musicians and singers for the 'Legends of the 60’s Show' at The Albert Halls.
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