Outdoor events in Edinburgh
View all the upcoming Outdoor events taking place throughout Edinburgh below or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Edinburgh
Go Quest Adventures - Edinburgh
The Edinburgh Quest is a fun, engaging way to explore the Old Town/Royal Mile area of Edinburgh from a whole different perspective. Think walking tour, meets treasure hunt with an escape room twist!
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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Stockbridge Market
The weekly Stockbridge Market is a foodie heaven featuring creative crafts, original artwork, superb street food. Eat, meet, greet or treat - there is something for everyone!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House
The garden at Stobshiel House is effectively split into four main parts and The extensive collection of shrubs and mature trees offer a fantastic backdrop during all seasons.
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Edinburgh Car Boot Sale Market
Come and join us at Edinburgh Car Boot Sale Market for some bargains and for sellers to have a clearout!
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Art Tour - Connecting with Edinburgh’s spirit via art and coffee
Come along for an inspiring 2.5 hour art tour around the city of Edinburgh with artist Alena Rogozhkina, stopping in between locations at one of the best Edinburgh artisan coffee places!
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Daring Women of Edinburgh - Walking Tour
With all the statues of men in Edinburgh, you may be wondering who are the amazing women who made this city. Come see on our daring walking tour!
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Portobello Health Walk
Join Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project for this free weekly walk in Portobello. It's a low level, inclusive health walk open to everyone!
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Personal PhotoShoot Experience
Join professional local photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh's Old Town for your Personal PhotoShoot Experience! It's a fun outdoor experience perfect for couples, families and solo travelers alike.
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Photography Tuition in Edinburgh’s Old Town
Learn to use your camera in one of the most beautiful cities in the world from a working photographer and film maker! Perfect for solo travellers, couples and families.
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Wild Women of Edinburgh - Yes We Can Garden!
This is a different kind of garden walking tour - an inspiring look at Edinburgh's history of women in gardening.
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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!
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Five Sisters Zoo Christmas Illuminations
Don't miss the spectacular Christmas Illuminations, back for another year at the Five Sisters Zoo!
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Find Your Wild
Come find your wildness in Edinburgh! - A series of unique outdoor workshops in Edinburgh guiding you on connection with your deep intuition, wild creativity and your tribe on Saturday afternoons.
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FoxTrail Winter Running Series.
Join Durty Events for the FoxTrail Winter Running Series, a series of 5k or longer distance trail runs to brighten up those dreary winter days!
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Castle Of Light
Prepare to see the jewel in Edinburgh's skyline sparkle and glisten in brilliant colour this festive season as Castle of Light is back for its fourth year!
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Conifox Christmas Experience
Come with us on a magical Christmas journey into the world of Santa Claus and all of his festive friends this year at Conifox Adventure Park!
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Edinburgh Farmers Market
Experience Edinburgh's original and award winning Farmers' Market at Castle Terrace every Saturday from 9am - 2pm!
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Grassmarket Market
Every Saturday the centre of the Grassmarket becomes a flurry of excitement with the arrival of the weekly market, home to art, crafts, jewellery, gifts, not to mention amazing locally made food!
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Leith Market
The weekly Leith Market has it all - fresh meats, fish, bread, veggies, fruits, cheeses, home bakes, olives, jams, chutneys, oils, smokehouse products and lots more!
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Winter Wheelers challenge! Get ready to wrap up and ride this December!
Join Love to Ride's Winter Wheelers to conquer the cold, banish anxiety, boost your energy levels, and enhance your happiness.
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Edinburgh Santa Fun Run & Walk
The Edinburgh Santa Fun Run & Walk is back and we are ready to welcome our Santa’s, back to West Princes Street Gardens for our much loved family fundraising event!
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Winter Forest Bathing Walk 1. Hermitage of Braid
Join Nature for Wellness for this Winter Forest Bathing Walk at Hermitage of Braid Nature Reserve on 10th December!
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1k Elf Dash at Dalkeith Country Park
Join our 1k Elf Dass through Dalkeith Country Park! It's the perfect way to run off some of the pre-Christmas excitement and get the younger members of the family running headfirst into Christmas.
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Night Afore Disco Party
ABBA sensations Björn Again will headline the Night Afore Disco Party with Greatest Hits Radio beneath Edinburgh Castle, joined by the festival smash-hit Massaoke, for the ultimate party night out!
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Edinburgh Winter Run
Durty Events have joined forces with the City of Edinburgh Council to once again host the iconic Edinburgh Winter Run in Holyrood Park on Saturday 20th January!
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Foodies Festival Edinburgh
Foodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music, will return to Inverleith Park in Edinburgh between the 2nd and 4th August!
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Outdoor Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Muddy Monsters Club
Muddy Monsters a nature club for 2-5 year olds ran by the Whitelee Countryside Rangers and held on the second Thursday of every month!
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The Reeling
Rouken Glen Park will burst to life with traditional Scottish and roots music from some of the country's most exciting artists when The Reeling returns on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th June!
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Foodies Festival Glasgow
Foodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music will return to Rouken Glen Park in August featuring Symphonic Ibiza, Blue and Scouting for Girls!
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Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Gathering Surface – Dan Drage
We’re delighted to host Gathering Surface, a series of art pieces shaped and installed by local artist Dan Drage.
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Kirkcaldy Boot and Mart
Kirkcaldy Boot and Mart, indoor and outdoor every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday... all welcome!
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Bowhouse Market Weekends
Bowhouse Market Weekends are a celebration of the best food and drink from Fife and beyond with a host of food and drink producers and the opportunity to try a great selection of street food.
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Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Dams To Darnley Health Walks
On Wednesday mornings join the Dams To Darnley Countryside Ranger for a health walk through the park leaving from Darnley Mill Car Park.
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A Wee Walk & A Whisky (or three!)
Enjoy a wee walk and a premium whisky tasting in a local pub with a fun, local guide and see a new side to the city on your trip with this small group tour with Walking Tours in Glasgow!
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Glasgow Necropolis Walking Tours
The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis run regular friendly and informal walking tours of the Glasgow Necropolis!
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Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Lanark Market Car Boot Sale
An undercover car boot sale is held at Lanark Agricultural Market on Sundays throughout the year from 8am to 1pm!
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Hamilton Christmas Markets
Hamilton Our Town is delighted to bring to you four dates of festive fun over Christmas with the return of their Christmas Markets!
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Stereofunk Festival
Stereofunk returns to Chatelherault Park with a MASSIVE lineup on Sat 4th May! Featuring the return of the Vengaboys and a host of all your favourite 90s acts!
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Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Renfrew Market
Renfrew Market runs on the 2nd Sunday of each month from 10am until 4pm in Robertson Park showcasing fresh produce, artisan crafts, unique gifts and street food from local businesses!
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Birding for Beginners - BGBW Special
Are you new to birdwatching or interested in taking it up? Join the team at RSPB Lochwinnoch for the ideal workshop to introduce beginners to this fantastic hobby!
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Paisley Farmers Market
Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Paisley Town Centre on the second and last Saturdays of each month!
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Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Supernova Run
Join Team Strathcarron for a magical journey of light and sound with the stunning backdrop of the iconic Kelpies at the Supernova 5K Run on Friday 15th or Saturday 16th March 2024!
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Stirling Farmers Market
The ever popular Stirling Farmers' Market on Port Street is held on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of each month!
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Stirling Car Boot
From food to sweets and treasures to junk, Stirling Car Boot is open every Sunday regardless of the weather!
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!
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Kilmarnock Farmers Market
Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!
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Largs Market
You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!
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Starry Nights at Dean Castle
Dean Castle Country Park in Kilmarnock is set to host Starry Nights, a brand new magical illuminated Christmas experience, providing outdoor festive fun for friends and family alike!
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A Christmas Tale With Santa
A magical extravaganza awaits at Kelburn Castle & Estate this festive season... come along for a A Christmas Tale With Santa!
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