Nights Out Events in Edinburgh in August 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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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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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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Forth on The Fringe
Forth on the Fringe is the annual one stop shop for all the essential acts you need to see at this year’s Edinburgh Festival. Catch it at Edinburgh Playhouse on 7th & 8th August!
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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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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:
Anstruther Harbour Festival
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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Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Gin & Rum Festival Glasgow
The Gin & Rum Festival tour is returning to Glasgow! If you're thirsty for knowledge or just want to party the night away, this is the event for you!
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Geese
American art-rockers GEESE have announced two headline shows at The Barrowlands on Tuesday 25th and Wednesday 26th August!
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Celebrating Celine
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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Nights Out Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Stuart Mitchell & Friends: On The Road
The one liners have been sharpened, the quick replies are flowing fast and this time – he's bringing his pals... don't miss Stuart Mitchell & Friends at Beacon Arts Centre!
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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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