Nights Out 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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MC Hammersmith and Friends
Multi-award winning freestyle rap comedian MC Hammersmith presents an evening of improvised comedy raps based entirely on your suggestions. And he will also be joined by his friends!
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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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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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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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Edinburgh Zoo Giant Lanterns
Edinburgh Zoo's award-winning Giant Lanterns event is back this winter, for the first time in six years, with a never-before-seen theme, featuring all things aquatic!
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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!
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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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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!
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Eat, Drink, Be Merry - Private Festive Party Night
Celebrate the season in style with an unforgettable night of festive fun at Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh!
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Cinderella: A Fairytale
Coming to the Royal Lyceum Edinburgh Christmas 2025, the story we all love that has captivated audiences around the UK: Cinderella!
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WinterFest
Step into the magic of WinterFest and soak up the Christmas spirit at Dalkeith Country Park!
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MAMMA MIA!
Don't miss MAMMA MIA! at the Edinburgh Playhouse from December 2025! Enjoy the ultimate feel-good factor at the world’s sunniest and most exhilarating smash-hit musical.
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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!
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The Rocky Horror Show
Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical, The Rocky Horror Show returns to Edinburgh Playhouse in January as part of a new world tour!
READ MOREThe Legends of American Country Show
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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David William Bryan: Work In Progress
Hull’s 37th finest export David William Bryan, presents an hour of brand-new work in progress material at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 10th January.
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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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Rob Beckett: Giraffe
From Bromley to Brisbane, Rob Beckett’s new show Giraffe is going worldwide. Catch it at Edinburgh Playhouse on Thursday 15th January!
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Tony Carroll - Think I’m Ars*d Tour
Get ready for an evening of chaos, laughter, and a party atmosphere when Tony Carroll brings his Think I'm Ars*d Tour to Edinburgh's Monkey Barrel Comedy!
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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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Grace Mulvey: Work In Progress
Don't miss this new work in progress show from BBC Galton & Simpson comedy winner Grace Mulvey, an Irish stand-up taking the UK comedy scene by storm!
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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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Thai Supper Night
Ruzita will be back at Flavour and Haver Cook School on 16th January to share the unique flavours of Thai cuisine!
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Al Murray: All You Need Is Guv
Hot on the heels of a sell-out 138 date tour of these green and groovy isles, Al Murray brings his brand-new stand-up show for 2026 to Edinburgh Playhouse on 17th January!
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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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Robin Morgan: Let’s Overshare!
Join Robin Morgan for more of his trademark cheeky charm, more quick wit and even more hilarious oversharing, in this brand new stand-up show at Monkey Barrel Comedy!
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Mike Wozniak: The Bench
Taskmaster star Mike Wozniak is coming to Edinburgh with his new show, The Bench, catch him live at The Royal Lyceum on 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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The Shawshank Redemption
The Shawshank Redemption is a gripping tale of friendship, injustice, and quiet resistance, set within the brutal confines of a maximum-security prison. Don't miss it at The Lyceum in January!
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Norah Howie - Psychic Medium
Don't miss one of the most celebrated psychic mediums, Norah Howie, as she delivers messages of love and comfort in her brand new comeback tour!
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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 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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Screening of L’Atalante
L’Atalante was the only full-length film made by Jean Vigo before his tragic early death. The film is now considered to be one of cinema’s very greatest works.
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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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Anna Hale: Control Freak
Anna Hale, comedian, singer-songwriter and unapologetic control freak comes to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 24th 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 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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Sam Avery: Thunderstorm
Back with a bang, award-winning comedian Sam Avery returns with his electrifying new show, Thunderstorm! Catch him at The Stand Edinburgh on Sunday 25 January!
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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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Fawlty Towers - The Play
Fawlty Towers is now a brand-new stage play adapted by comedy legend John Cleese and directed by Caroline Jay Ranger, don't miss it at the Edinburgh Playhouse 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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Livingston Players Presents The Full Monty
The Livingston Players Presents The Full Monty at Reconnect Howden Park on Thursday 29th January!
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Maddie Grace Jepson: Live - On Tour
Maddie Grace Jepson is hitting the road with her brand-new, (reworked) one-woman show, Maddie Grace Jepson Live, a brilliantly unhinged mix of comedy, chaos, and confession.
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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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Michael Rosen: Getting Through It
Poetry legend Michael Rosen presents his new one-person show 'Getting Through It' at the Lyceum Theatre on Thursday 29th September!
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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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1 World Comedy Film Festival | 2026
Welcome to the 1World Comedy Short Film Festival. Home to the funniest films from the funniest filmmakers from around the world! Coming to the Banshee Labyrinth on 31st January.
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1 World Film Festival 2026
Welcome to the 1 World Film Festival which celebrates and showcases the most original, entertaining, exciting and finely structured films! Coming to the Banshee Labyrinth on 31st 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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Stuart Mitchell: Tips Not Included
With over 100M views online see Stuart Mitchell, the longest running panellist from BBC Scotland's 'Breaking The News', live at The Royal Lyceum in his first national tour!
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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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Nights Out Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Nights Out 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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The Legends of American Country Show
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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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 Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Ya Wee Mammy McGoose
The Best Wee Panto in Scotland returns to the Kings Theatre Kirkcaldy with a Brand Spanking New Production that looks set to scale new Heights and become our Best Wee Panto Ever!
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The Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines Scotland - Kaleidoscope
Step into a world of musical colour and dazzling variety as the Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines Scotland presents Kaleidoscope at Carnegie Hall on 16th January!
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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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Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Sian and Bon Débarras
Celebrating the release of their second album araon, Scottish Gaelic folk band Sian will perform at Barony Hall with an extended line-up of musicians featured on the record!
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Gary Innes & Ewen Henderson and Special Guests
Join leading figures in the Scottish trad scene, Gary Innes and Ewen Henderson, as they celebrate 20 years since they first started performing together!
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Taste of the Calton
Taste of the Calton at BAaD is an intimate dining experience honouring the surrounding community. Enjoy good food, wine and anecdotes about who and what makes this area unique!
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Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
R.E.M. - A Performance By STIPE
STIPE are the definitive tribute to one of the biggest bands in rock music... R.E.M. Catch them live at Cumbernauld Theatre on Friday 30th January!
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A Date With The Everly Brothers
Hear all the classic hits like Bird Dog, Cathy's Clown and many more timeless songs when the UK's newest tribute to The Everly Brothers returns to Cumbernauld Theatre on Friday 23rd January!
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Music In Lanark
Music In Lanark return to Christ Church with their 2025/26 concert series featuring a selection of concerts held between September and May!
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Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Bruce Fummey - Scotland Made The World
Bruce Fummey, the comedian behind YouTube channel Scotland History Tours, returns with a new show. Expect laughs galore and quirky observations as Bruce explains how Scotland Made the World!
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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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Creedence Clearwater Revived
Don't miss a setlist dedicated to the legendary CCR and to the Fogerty Brothers when Creedence Clearwater Revived headline The Bungalow Paisley on Saturday 24th January!
READ MORENights Out Events in Stirling
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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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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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 The Albert Halls Stirling on Thursday 22nd January!
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