Talks And Lectures Events in Edinburgh in June 2025
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Events in Edinburgh
Guided Looking: An Artwork Audio Described
Join Fiona Johnston, audio describer, as she describes various artwork and objects from the Royal Collection at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
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Palace Page Turners
Many authors have been inspired to pick up their pen to write about the Palace of Holyroodhouse. These sessions will explore these literary works followed by a hearty discussion!
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Snapshots: Gallery Short Talks
Join us on Thursdays at The Palace of Holyroodhouse for a short talk on one of the fascinating photographs in our exhibition Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography!
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Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening
A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening is taking place at The Open Door Community Centre, Edinburgh on various dates throughout the year.
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Chocolate Love Match - Fort Kinnaird
Ready to meet your Chocolate Love Match? Book now to secure one of the limited number of spaces available for our guided chocolate tasting experiences at Hotel Chocolat, Fort Kinnaird!
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Conservation Hangar Talks
See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
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EIUFF: Building Film Communities Workshop
This Q&A with Paul Ridd, the head of the Edinburgh International Film Festival, will explore how we can create, sustain and rebuild film communities.
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Meet the author Anne Delaflotte Mehdevi
Meet French writer Anne Delaflotte Mehdevi when she comes to the Institut français d'Ecosse on Tuesday 3rd June.
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Interfaith Learning for All
Dr Ann Conway-Jones and Rabbi Margaret Jacobi for this talk at the City of Edinburgh Methodist Church on Wednesday 4th June!
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Pride & Prejudice - Queer Book Fair at The Georgian House
Join us at The Georgian House this Pride Month as we celebrate the opening of Below Stairs Books, our new secondhand bookshop, with a special Queer Book Fair on Friday 6th June!
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Threads of Empire: A History of the World in Carpets
Explore the history of the world through its fascinating carpets with historian Dorothy Armstrong at Dovecot Studios on Saturday 7th June!
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Ice Cream Breakfast Mornings
Fancy a wee treat? Join Ms Crème De La Cream's breakfast ice cream taster sessions at Stockbridge market.
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Lachlan Goudie: The Story of Scottish Art
Lachlan Goudie sets the 20th century Colourists in context as he takes you on a fast fling through 5,000 years of Scottish art at Dovecot Studios on 9th June.
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An Evening with Sarah Pinborough
Join award-winning author of New York Times bestselling breakout novel (and hit Netflix show) Behind Her Eyes, Sarah Pinborough at Waterstones Edinburgh West End on 10th June!
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Scent & Sip with Edinburgh Gin and Molton Brown
Join Edinburgh Gin and Molton Brown for Scent & Sip, a one-night-only evening of cocktails, fragrance and flavour on Thursday 12th June.
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Refugee Festival Scotland
Refugee Festival Scotland is back between the 13th and 22nd of June with a packed programme of events showcasing refugee arts and culture!
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Alexander Technique Open Day
Come along to the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 14th June and learn about the Alexander Technique!
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¡Qué Calor! – Latin Connections Closing Night
The Latin Connections closing event will celebrate one of the region’s most vibrant and influential genres, exploring its roots, evolution, and continued relevance through film, music, and dialogue.
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Tim Key: L.A. Baby! Book Tour
TIM KEY embarks on a low-grade book tour to celebrate the publication of his latest anthology of poems: L.A. Baby! Catch him at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Tuesday 17th June!
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Chris Hadfield: A Journey into the Cosmos
Join Colonel Chris Hadfield for a captivating journey into the majesty of our planet and the vast universe beyond at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Wednesday 18th June!
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The Story of Champagne with Arthur Motley
Enjoy a tasting of 5 champagnes, and a talk by Arthur Motley on the fascinating place in global commerce and culture that Champagne holds, at Drinkmonger on Wednesday 18th June!
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Andy Murray - Centre Stage
Join Andy Murray in conversation with sports broadcaster Andrew Cotter, where they’ll recount intimate and untold moments from Andy’s career in this unforgettable live experience!
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The Neuroscience of Music with Dr Helen Nuttall
What happens in your brain & body when you listen to music? Explore how it shapes our identities and future therapeutic uses at this talk on Thursday 19th June at the Assembly Roxy!
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Balfour Reparations 2025-2045
Inspired by archival materials, Farah Saleh’s unique and powerful performance lecture investigates ways of confronting the United Kingdom’s colonial legacy in Palestine.
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Summer Solstice Feast
Celebrate the season with a delicious foraged tasting feast and guest wines at our Summer Solstice Feast at Rising Tide Cafe on 21st June!
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The Future of French en Écosse: The Way Ahead
Following last year’s inaugural Future of French en Écosse conference, this years event will take place at Institut francais d'Ecosse on Monday 23rd June.
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Miss Pirie and Miss Woods
Join us at The Georgian House on 24th June as we mark Pride with a powerful true story from Edinburgh's 19th Century!
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Mara Spanish Wine & Tapas Night
Join us at Mara in Leith for an unforgettable evening celebrating the rich flavours of Spain on Thursday 26th June!
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The question of the public space in today’s society
Join Professors Sandra Laugier and Richard Rechtman who will be speaking on the shifting notion of public space at the Institut français d'Ecosse on 26th June.
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The Night Sky Show
The Night Sky Show comes to Edinburgh Playhouse to take you on an epic journey from our celestial back yard and across the cosmos!
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A Tea Party with Anna James
Join bestselling author, Anna James on Sunday 29th June at 2pm, as we celebrate the publication of her enchanting reimagining of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Alice With a Why.
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The Scottish Colourists with The Fleming Collection
Meet Theo Albano, Director of the Fleming Collection, at Dovecot on Sunday 29th June, as we say farewell to the Scottish Colourists.
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An Evening with V.E. Schwab
Join The Portobello Bookshop in welcoming V.E. Schwab to the Traverse Theatre to celebrate the launch of Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil.
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Talks And Lectures Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
An Introduction to Home Energy Improvement
Join Loco Home Retrofit, a local non-profit co-op, for an informative evening that will leave you feeling inspired and empowered to make positive changes in your home.
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Fife
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
St Andrews Memories
Drop in to The R&A World Golf Museum and have a chat whilst looking at photographs, objects and film footage from our collections!
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The Makings of a Murderer 2 - The Real Manhunter
Following sell-out shows nationwide, the UK’s top true crime theatre tour is back with a brand-new lineup and brings it to the Alhambra Theatre Dunfermline on 12th June!
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Growing Together: Networking event at MCCI
This event on 21st June is an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and groups working towards sustainable, community-driven change.
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Glasgow
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Glasgow Science Festival: Behind the Scenes - Rocks & Minerals at the Hunterian
Join The Hunterian, University of Glasgow, for a behind-the-scenes exploration into the wonders of Scottish geology and discover the impact on our landscape and industries!
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Glasgow Science Festival: Conviction or Acquittal: The Science of Jury Decision Making
Have you ever wanted to be on a jury? At this event, you will get the opportunity to do just that! Watch a trial, be the jury and reach a verdict.
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Glasgow Toastmasters Meetings
If you want to enhance your public speaking skills or learn from seasoned speakers, join Glasgow Toastmasters at their next meeting!
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Scotland’s ACEs Journey Gala Day
Come and hear the creative ways in which people have acted on their knowledge of relationships, trauma, ACEs and connection at Scotland’s ACEs Journey Gala Day on Saturday 21st June!
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Glasgow Science Festival: Super Science at UWS
The University of the West of Scotland is hosting an action-packed evening at their Lanarkshire Campus as part of Glasgow Science Festival 2025!
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Pain Association Scotland - Self Management for People Living with Chronic Pain
Pain Association Scotland run professionally-led monthly groups across Lanarkshire for people living with all forms of chronic pain.
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Refractive Film & Digital Artist Meet Up: Wilma Smith
Join Refractive for some inspiring conversation at their next Film & Digital Artist Meet Up featuring writer, director and stop motion animator Wilma Smith!
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The Witch & the Snitch Book Launch
Join J.L Givens at Paisley Central Library for the launch of The Witch & the Snitch, an illustrated book based on the Paisley Witch Trials!
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Paisley & District U3A Talks: Artful Textile Designs
Art enthusiasts will enjoy hearing from local visual artist and community social historian, Lil Brookes on Thursday 5th June at this free talk event hosted by Paisley & District U3A.
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Stirling
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
I Saw the TV Glow: Screening and Discussion
Come along to Creative Stirling on Thursday 12th June for a free screening of Jane Schoenbrun's film I Saw the TV Glow (2024), followed by a post-screening discussion!
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Loch Lomond Beaver Talk
The Scottish Wild Beaver Group will be at Balmaha Visitor Centre on Saturday 14th June to give a free talk on Beavers!
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Bevanda & Co Presents InchDairnie Distillery at The Bawbee
Join Bevanda & Co with the incredible InchDairnie Distillery at The Bawbee in Bridge of Allan for an amazing Ryelaw Whisky Bar Takeover on Thursday 26th June!
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Highlight Talks
On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!
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