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Events in Edinburgh This Weekend

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Events in Edinburgh

Go Quest Adventures - Edinburgh

1st January 2022 - 31st December 2023

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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Dinosaurs!

1st April 2022 - 31st March 2024

Immerse yourself in our walk-through exhibition included in your Edinburgh Zoo ticket and see prehistoric beasts come to life around you!

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Islander Handbag Workshop

25th October 2022 - 31st December 2023
Edinburgh Old Town

Come along and create your very own Islander Harris Tweed® Handbag, choose your favourite colours and get creative as you construct all the different components!

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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2023 - 31st December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

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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Scottish Landscape Photographer of the Year Exhibition

31st January 2023 - 31st December 2023

The Scottish Landscape Photographer of the Year Exhibition features almost 200 images from 100 photographers and is on display at Bonnie & Wild throughout 2023.

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Moody Monday Textile Printing Workshops

20th February 2023 - 31st December 2023

1:1 sessions are now available with all of our existing courses on short taster or longer masterclass courses at a time that suits you or your group.

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Edinburgh Cheese Crawl

25th February 2023 - 30th December 2023
Various Locations Edinburgh

Calling all curd nerds and turophiles – yep there’s a word for your love of cheese – Edinburgh’s finest cheeses are being wrapped up into one 2 hour walking tour!

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Northern Lights: Postcards from Norway

1st April 2023 - 1st April 2024
Online Event Edinburgh

Northern Lights: Postcards from Norway is an online exhibition by Edinburgh artist Jill Ashforth!

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National Museum of Flight Conservation Hangar Tours

8th April 2023 - 31st March 2024

See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the National Museum of Flight's Conservation Hangar with these free guided tours.

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EBA Social Badminton

11th April 2023 - 20th December 2023
Various Locations Edinburgh

Looking to play badminton? Join us for our weekly social badminton sessions, perfect for adult beginner and intermediate players.

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Eala Shàilein / The Swan of Salen

20th April 2023 - 20th April 2029
Broxburn

Swan of Salen is A Multimedia Folk Ballet inspired by Tchaikovsky’s iconic Swan Lake and the parallel Gaelic legend, Eala Shàilein. Catch it at Ecclesmachan & Threemiletown Village Hall in April!

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Shifting Vistas: 250 Years of Scottish Landscape

24th June 2023 - 2nd June 2024

250 Years of Scottish Landscape spans artistic production from 18th century to present day, with a selection of historic and contemporary artworks drawn from City Art Centre’s permanent collection.

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Scottish Women Artists: 250 Years of Challenging Perception

28th July 2023 - 6th January 2024

The world renowned Dovecot Studios is celebrating the works of Scottish women artists across 250 years in a major new exhibition.

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Rising Tide: Art and Environment in Oceania

12th August 2023 - 14th April 2024

Delve into the most important and pressing issue of our time, humanity’s damaging relationship with planet Earth.

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Drama Classes for Children and Young People in Central Edinburgh

14th August 2023 - 23rd June 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Parents, do you want to help your child grow their confidence and make new friends in a fun and creative way? The Blossom Theatre Project drama classes are the perfect way to do this.

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Arthur’s Secrets

1st September 2023 - 26th March 2024

Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs

1st September 2023 - 22nd December 2023

Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs for their Friday Ceilidhs held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.

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Windrush Legacy Creative Reflections

2nd September 2023 - 28th January 2024

Scottish Caribbean writers Jeda Pearl and Courtney Stoddart are co-curating an exhibition of poetry, prose and artworks by people of Caribbean descent.

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Daring Women of Edinburgh - Walking Tour

1st October 2023 - 6th January 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

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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Friday Friends

6th October 2023 - 7th June 2024

Our Friday Friends programme offers a welcoming space for visually impaired and D/deaf children and their families.

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100 Species Exhibition

13th October 2023 - 15th January 2024

The Firth of Forth is teeming with life and the '100 Species Exhibition' celebrates it's vast biodiversity.

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Cards for Good Causes

16th October 2023 - 18th December 2023

The pop up shop for Cards for Good Causes, the U.K.’s largest charity Christmas card retailer, once again returns to St John's Episcopal Church, Princes Street.

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asweetsea – Liza Sylvestre

21st October 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Liza Sylvestre's first solo exhibition in Scotland, asweetsea, explores what it means to communicate. Catch it at Collective Edinburgh from 21st October!

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John – Thomas Abercromby

21st October 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Part of Collective’s Satellites Programme, Thomas Abercromby’s ‘John’ is a moving image work that explores the intricate ties between family, grief and the multifaceted layers of social class.

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Time Traveller: Charles Lyell at Work

27th October 2023 - 30th March 2024
Edinburgh South

This exhibition in Edinburgh University's Main Library provides a unique insight into geologist and science writer Charles Lyell's developing ideas about the uniformity of nature.

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Personal PhotoShoot Experience

1st November 2023 - 1st November 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

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

1st November 2023 - 1st November 2024
Edinburgh 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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The Scottish Landscape Awards

4th November 2023 - 3rd March 2024

The City Art Centre is thrilled to host the inaugural exhibition of Scotland’s newest open call in contemporary art - The Scottish Landscape Awards.

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Christmas Pop-up Shop

6th November 2023 - 23rd December 2023

The Art & Craft Collective is delighted to introduce our first Christmas Pop-up shop, providing a wider selection of handmade Christmas goods!

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Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Antiquaries Exhibition

9th November 2023 - 1st October 2024

Historic Environment Scotland Archives acquired the Rosslyn Album in 2021 and this exhibition presents images from the archive collections relating to Rosslyn Chapel and the contents of the album.

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Daring Women of Edinburgh Night Tour

10th November 2023 - 6th January 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Following on the success of the Daring Women of Edinburgh daytime tour, this walking tour at night gives you a unique insight into some of the daring women in Edinburgh's history.

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A Walk into Town: Exhibition of photographs by James Carter

12th November 2023 - 17th December 2023

The Art & Craft Collective is delighted to present an exhibition of photographs by Collectivist James Carter, showing from Sunday 12th November.

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Wild Women of Edinburgh - Yes We Can Garden!

12th November 2023 - 7th January 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

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

16th November 2023 - 30th December 2023

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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Exhibition ‘Elegy for Autumn’

16th November 2023 - 20th December 2023

'Elegy for Autumn' at Birch Tree Gallery, brings together two artists - Glynnis Carter with mixed media paintings on canvas and Hanna Salomonsson with new ceramic vessels.

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Christmas Market - East Princes Street Gardens

17th November 2023 - 2nd January 2024

The Christmas Market returns to East Princes St Gardens showcasing the best in artisanal festive products and goods from local makers.

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Five Sisters Zoo Christmas Illuminations

17th November 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Don't miss the spectacular Christmas Illuminations, back for another year at the Five Sisters Zoo!

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Deep Rooted

18th November 2023 - 25th February 2024

'Deep Rooted' is a group exhibition featuring work by eight contemporary artists exploring the relationship between people and the natural environment using a variety of media and approaches.

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Darren Woodhead - Wildlife Art Exhibition

20th November 2023 - 14th January 2024

Our new exhibition at the SOC in Aberlady, presents watercolours by Darren Woodhead, inspired by the wildlife and landscapes of Scotland, and East Lothian in particular.

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Edinburgh Opera Company Seeking New Singers For Carmen

20th November 2023 - 18th August 2024

Aria Alba is looking for new members to join our exciting production of Georges Bizet's Carmen at the Edinburgh Fringe in August 2024.

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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Edinburgh

23rd November 2023 - 24th December 2023

Bring your little ones along to Dobbies Edinburgh for an exciting festive experience at their annual Santa's Grotto!

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The Snow Queen

23rd November 2023 - 1st January 2024

The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh is delighted to present a brand new adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's The Snow Queen for Christmas 2023.

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Castle Of Light

24th November 2023 - 3rd January 2024

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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Castle Street Christmas Market

25th November 2023 - 22nd December 2023
Edinburgh New Town

Castle Street Christmas Market returns in 2023, providing everyone with something special to buy and enjoy. Not to be missed!

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Christmas at Dalkeith Country Park

25th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

A truly magical Christmas awaits you at Dalkeith Country Park. Our programme of festive events is bursting with fun and plenty of Christmas sparkle.

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Craigies Santa Adventure

25th November 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Experience the enchantment of Christmas like never before at Craigies’ Santa Adventure!

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Past Meets Present: Recent Acquisitions Revealed

25th November 2023 - 8th April 2024

Past Meets Present: Recent Acquisitions Revealed unveils a selection of treasures that have joined the collection in the past five years.

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Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Livingston

25th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

Let your little ones experience our Santa’s Grotto, including a special gift from Santa himself at Dobbies Livingston!

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The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan

25th November 2023 - 31st December 2023

Join Peter Pan as he sets sail on a brand-new adventure for Christmas 2023 at the Festival Theatre, with pantomime favourites Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young!

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Live music at Bar 13

30th November 2023 - 30th November 2024

Join us early evening at Bar 13 for live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with Rory & The Island!

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Low Winter Sun

30th November 2023 - 23rd December 2023

The Scottish Gallery will see out the end of 2023 with the crisp winter scenes of Victoria Crowe’s work in her new exhibition Low Winter Sun.

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Ocean Terminal Christmas Market

30th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

With Christmas just round the corner, come along to Ocean Terminal Christmas Market! Running until Christmas Eve, it will be brimming with local and Scottish gifts.

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The Polar Express™ Train Ride

30th November 2023 - 22nd December 2023
Edinburgh Old Town

This November and December join us on board THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, arriving for the first time at Waverley Station!

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UNMASKED: Real stories of Nursing in COVID-19

30th November 2023 - 16th May 2024

This exhibition looks behind the masks, to explore the thoughts, feelings and experiences of nursing staff during COVID-19 and past pandemics.

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Winter Exhibition

30th November 2023 - 27th January 2024

We look forward to welcoming you to our first Group Winter Exhibition in Detail Framing & Gallery, celebrating the artists we have shown and supported since our opening in August 2022!

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Big Big Christmas Parties

1st December 2023 - 16th December 2023

Are you ready for the best Christmas party nights in town? Then come along to the O2 Academy Edinburgh this December!

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Breakfast with Santa

1st December 2023 - 17th December 2023

This festive season, enjoy breakfast with Santa and his elves, and make some magical memories at IKEA Edinburgh!

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Christmas @ The Anatomist Escape Room

1st December 2023 - 7th January 2024

Looking for festive fun that's a little different? Gather your team of family, friends or colleagues and head along to Edinburgh's historical escape room!

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Cinderella

1st December 2023 - 29th December 2023

Join us for a Cinderella Story at the Reconnect Regal Theatre this December!

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Conifox Christmas Experience

1st December 2023 - 24th December 2023

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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Sleeping Beauty

1st December 2023 - 28th December 2023

Panto 2023 is gonna be Dreamy this year at the Howden Park Centre as Reconnect Theatres present our debut Panto Sleeping Beauty!

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The Christmas Experience

1st December 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Step into a Christmas Wonderland at Dynamic Earth! A holiday adventure like no other, inviting you to journey through time and nature to meet Santa Claus in his very own North Pole grotto.

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Winter Village at Edinburgh Zoo

1st December 2023 - 7th January 2024

Jingle all the way to Edinburgh Zoo this festive season with the arrival of our new Winter Village!

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Winter Wheelers challenge! Get ready to wrap up and ride this December!

1st December 2023 - 25th December 2023
Various Locations Edinburgh

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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Annual Winter Exhibition

2nd December 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Come along to &Gallery's annual end of year exhibition this December! It includes one artwork from each artist represented by the gallery.

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Christmas at Almond Valley

2nd December 2023 - 24th December 2023

It's Christmas Magic at Almond Valley Heritage Centre with day-time fun and night-time wonders!

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Eskmills Christmas Carnival

2nd December 2023 - 22nd December 2023

This winter, the Eskmills Venue in Musselburgh will transform into a magical Christmas wonderland.

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Making Waves: Artist Bookmaking Exhibition

2nd December 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Over 80 books will be on display from 42 artists at this exhibtion, based on the theme of water, at Upright Gallery this December!

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Edinburgh Folk Club

6th December 2023 - 3rd July 2024

We've been the home of regular folk nights in the capital for 50 years. Join us every Wednesday night at 8pm. All welcome!

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Sleeping Booty

6th December 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Live at The Three Sisters this festive period, for a second year running, they will bring you their very own Adult Panto... Sleeping Booty!

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Christmas Party

7th December 2023 - 22nd December 2023

Feel festive, get merry and celebrate with friends and colleagues this Christmas at Imaginex in the heart of Edinburgh's New Town with it's unique 360° screen!

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Wicked

7th December 2023 - 14th January 2024

Wicked flies back to Edinburgh Playhouse for Christmas 2023, complete with all the spectacle and magic that make it such an unforgettable and unmissable experience!

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Cinderella

8th December 2023 - 30th December 2023

Stage Door Entertainment, in partnership with Portobello Town Hall, is proud to bring the enchanting fairytale to life, promising to captivate audiences of all ages.

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Exhibition: Soul Nature by Reyhaneh Mozaffar

8th December 2023 - 14th January 2024

Soul Nature is an exhibition by artist Reyhaneh Mozaffar showing at the Scottish Storytelling Centre from 8th December!

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Same Team - A Street Soccer Story

8th December 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Written with the Dundee Women’s Street Soccer Team, Same Team - A Street Soccer Story is an uplifting whirlwind through the highs and lows of homeless football.

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Daily Tours at St Giles’ Cathedral

10th December 2023 - 1st December 2024

Join a volunteer guide for a 45 min to 1 hour glimpse into the history, heraldry and life of our historic Cathedral and Thistle Chapel!

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2023 BetVictor Scottish Open

11th December 2023 - 17th December 2023

Snooker’s biggest names will return to the Meadowbank Sports Centre, Edinburgh in December for the BetVictor Scottish Open.

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Festive Family Films

14th December 2023 - 17th December 2023

Celebrate the cosy season, with IKEA Edinburgh's festive themed pop-up cinema from 14th to 17th December and enjoy some familiar festive favourite films – perfect for the whole family!

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The Stand Christmas Special

14th December 2023 - 16th December 2023

Forget wearing paper hats and eating over-priced turkey – instead come and get some Christmas cheer from the very best comics from the UK and beyond at The Stand Edinburgh!

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Carols by Candlelight

15th December 2023 - 16th December 2023

Opera Caledonia returns to St. Vincent’s Chapel to present Carols by Candlelight on Friday 15th and Saturday 16th December 2023.

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Cinderella

15th December 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Edinburgh People's Theatre presents Cinderella, a new magical life for the popular fairy tale, at Church Hill Theatre this December!

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Last Christmas

15th December 2023 - 16th December 2023

Enjoy a Sci-Fi Christmas farce with a heart for home, performed by Strange Town at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 15th & 16th December!

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Sin Fin Bachata Festival

15th December 2023 - 17th December 2023
Edinburgh South

The SIN FIN Bachata Festival brings together all the different styles and kinds of Bachata and it's coming to Edinburgh in December!

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Tarlike

15th December 2023 - 16th December 2023

A gothic sci-fi quest of Christmassy proportions, performed by the Strange Town comes to the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 15th & 16th December!

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A Christmas Carol

16th December 2023

Join the The Bonaly Players along with narrator Pete Baynes for this performance of ‘A Christmas Carol’ at Duddingston Kirk on Saturday 16th December!

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Ash Pryce - Paranormal Illusionist: Spook Show

16th December 2023

Step into the psychic's parlour for an experience with the supernatural, the paranormal, and things that go BUMP in the night with Ash Pryce at The Banshee Labyrinth!

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Billi & the Polar Bear

16th December 2023 - 17th December 2023

Strange Town present 'Billi & the Polar Bear' a light-hearted Christmas comedy-caper across the frozen wilderness for ages 8+.

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Bounce Bingo by Zander Nation

16th December 2023

Come along to Buzz Bingo Meadowbank for a night out like no other when Zander Nation presents Bounce Bingo on Saturday 16th December!

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Breakfast with Santa

16th December 2023

This year, for the first time ever, The Centre, Livingston is running six ‘Breakfast with Santa’ events in the run up to Christmas!

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Cab-arette Showtour

16th December 2023
Various Locations Edinburgh

A unique comedy musical Showtour in a taxi... be driven around Edinburgh, whilst entertained by Lola and her variety of characters!

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Callum Beattie

16th December 2023

Edinburgh-born singer-songwriter Callum Beattie has announced a string of dates for December including a night at Edinburgh's Queen's Hall on Saturday 16th!

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Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi

16th December 2023

Discover the music of Joe Hisaishi at Nicolson Square Edinburgh under the gentle glow of candlelight.

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Carols and crafts: Christmas Activity Day

16th December 2023

Join us at the Palace of Holyroodhouse for a day full of activities for the whole family to enjoy!

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Christmas by Candlelight

16th December 2023

‘It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas’, so join us at the Assembly Rooms for this magical evening of best loved festive hits performed live by Candlelight.

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Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation

16th December 2023

Uncover the secrets of 17th-century medicine with a hands-on workshop led by an expert from his time: Dr Arnott, who examined his patients’ health by analysing urine’s colour, smell & TASTE!

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Dr. Bonk’s Macarbaret

16th December 2023

Scotland's silliest surgeon, Dr. Bonk, is back with his hit SELL-OUT SHOW 'Dr Bonk's Macarbaret', an evening of drag, burlesque, music, comedy, and medical mayhem!

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Edinburgh Car Boot Sale Market

16th December 2023

Come and join us at Edinburgh Car Boot Sale Market for some bargains and for sellers to have a clearout!

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Edinburgh Concert Band presents A Christmas Celebration

16th December 2023

Featuring music from the Polar Express and lots of festive favourites, don't miss Edinburgh Concert Band's Christmas Celebration at Greyfriars Kirk on 16th December!

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Edinburgh Farmers Market

16th December 2023
Edinburgh Old Town

Experience Edinburgh's original and award winning Farmers' Market at Castle Terrace every Saturday from 9am - 2pm!

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Edinburgh Magic with Kevin Quantum

16th December 2023

Kevin Quantum invites you to an intimate and quite astonishing evening of magic, mystery and wonder in one of Edinburgh’s most historic and enchanting hotels; Waldorf Astoria - The Caledonian!

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Elf Lyons: Work In Progress

16th December 2023

Award-winning weirdo Elf Lyons performs a work in progress of a brand new show at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 16th December!

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Exploring Special Connection - Creative experience for Two

16th December 2023

This 2.5 hour 2:1 interactive workshop provides the Two of You with a unique opportunity to use an art-making process as a way to connect with your special being on a deeper level.

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Family Christmas Craft Boat Trips

16th December 2023
Various Locations Edinburgh

Join us aboard the Lochrin Belle Canal Boat for an hour long cruise, while enjoying a craft workshop led by local artist Cassandra Harrison!

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Georgian House Santa Experience

16th December 2023

Make this Christmas extra special by visiting Santa in his favourite New Town house, decorated to festive perfection, making the best memories!

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Gladstone’s Land Santa Experience

16th December 2023

Make this Christmas super special by visiting Santa in Gladstone’s Land, one of the oldest buildings on the Royal Mile!

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Glitterfest 2023

16th December 2023

Glitterfest is back for 2023! Celebrate Christmas in style with Edinburgh’s favourite breakfast host Boogie!

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Grassmarket Market

16th December 2023

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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Joshua Grant

16th December 2023

Don't miss Edinburgh's Joshua Grant when he plays The Mash House on Saturday 16th December!

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Journey: Castle Mills Members’ Show 3

16th December 2023 - 17th March 2024

Hung across Galleries 1 & 2 at Edinburgh Printmakers, ‘Journey’ celebrates the ‘Journey’ of Edinburgh Printmakers' Workshop itself.

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Leith Christmas Brewery Market

16th December 2023 - 17th December 2023

Join us at Moonwake Beer Co for our Christmas Brewery Market. We’ll once again be welcoming local traders to sell their wares while the taproom is open and the beer is pouring.

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Leith Market

16th December 2023

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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Roachford

16th December 2023

Regular Music presents British singer-songwriter Roachford plus guests on Saturday 16th December at The Liquid Room!

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Santa Paws at Dobbies Edinburgh

16th December 2023

Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Edinburgh!

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Santa Paws at Dobbies Livingston

16th December 2023

Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Livingston!

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Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Edinburgh

16th December 2023

Join us at Dobbies Edinburgh for a fun festive event where you will enjoy breakfast for the whole family with fun activities, plus a special visit from Santa!

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Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Livingston

16th December 2023

Join us at Dobbies Livingston and enjoy breakfast for the whole family with fun activities, plus a special visit from Santa!

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Saturday Night Live

16th December 2023

Join us for live music in our LIVE room from 10pm every Saturday, the perfect atmosphere for a sing a long!

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Scots Music Group Ceilidh with the Robert Fish Band

16th December 2023

All welcome to SMG's fabulous fundraising ceilidh on 16th December at the St Brides Centre! Come on your own, with friends or in a group.

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Stand Up Horror

16th December 2023

Actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night. You decide what the characters do, find and sometimes - yes sometimes - even love!

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The Late Show @ The Comedy Attic

16th December 2023

Join us in the wee hours in The Comedy Attic in Edinburgh, where every weekend we deliver nights packed full of unadulterated comedy mayhem!

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The Market at Dalkeith Country Park

16th December 2023

Get ready to eat, meet, greet and treat at The Market at Dalkeith Country Park, on the third Saturday of the month from 10am - 4pm.

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The Unthanks In Winter

16th December 2023

English folk group The Unthanks return to Edinburgh in 2023 with a date at the Usher Hall on 16th December!

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Tinsel and Tunes: Aaron Hawthorne with Kirsty Duncan in Concert

16th December 2023
Edinburgh West

Award-winning organist Aaron Hawthorne will be joining us for an evening of vintage yuletide music through the 1920-40s, accompanied by renowned mezzo-soprano Kirsty Duncan!

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1k Elf Dash at Dalkeith Country Park

17th December 2023

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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A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols

17th December 2023

Come along to a traditional service of Nine Lessons and Carols in the atmospheric surroundings of St Johns Episcopal Church, Edinburgh on 17th December!

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Art Tour - Connecting with Edinburgh’s spirit via art and coffee

17th December 2023

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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Breakfast with Santa

17th December 2023

This year, for the first time ever, The Centre, Livingston is running six ‘Breakfast with Santa’ events in the run up to Christmas!

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Bublé Christmas by Candlelight

17th December 2023

Featuring a live Big Band and the UK’s number one Michael Bublé tribute act, join us for an unforgettable evening of Christmas hits made famous by the one and only Michael Bublé!

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Cab-arette Showtour

17th December 2023
Various Locations Edinburgh

A unique comedy musical Showtour in a taxi... be driven around Edinburgh, whilst entertained by Lola and her variety of characters!

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China Crisis

17th December 2023

China Crisis have announced they will return to headline the Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Sunday 17th December!

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Christmas Mini Tray - Eco Resin Craft Workshop

17th December 2023

Learn how to work with eco resin, mix pigments and turn it into mini tray for your home in this special Christmas workshop run by Polymorphics!

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Comedy at Dragonfly

17th December 2023

Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," a weekly comedy showcase hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter every Thursday & Sunday at Dragonfly!

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Dancing in a Winter Wonderland

17th December 2023

Strictly legends Janette Manrara & Aljaž Škorjanec are back with another hugely entertaining festive song and dance extravaganza for 2023. Catch them at the Usher Hall on 17th December!

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December in the Distillery: Festive Wine Tasting + Scrumptious Nibbles!

17th December 2023

Slonk, together with the swanky new Port of Leith Distillery, have got an indulgent evening planned for you as we taste our way through a festive wine tasting with a twist!

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Edinburgh Car Boot Sale Market

17th December 2023

Come and join us at Edinburgh Car Boot Sale Market for some bargains and for sellers to have a clearout!

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Feel Good Comedy (Christmas Special)

17th December 2023

The Scottish Huntingtons Charity comedy night returns to Bar 13 with a Christmas Special on 17th December. Come join us as we aim raise as much money as possible through laughter!

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Finding Your Way - 1:1 creative experience

17th December 2023

This 1:1 creative experience would suit individuals who believe in the powerful link between art, science, and spirituality and who are open to experiments on their self-awareness journey.

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Freeze Frame Film Club presents The Muppet Christmas Carol

17th December 2023

Join Freeze Frame this December for a special Christmas screening of the classic tale The Muppet Christmas Carol, with a menu inspired by the film, freshly popped popcorn, quiz and prizes!

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Frozen Sing-a-long cinema

17th December 2023

Get ready to let it go on Sunday 17th December at the Three Sisters as we sing along to the Disney spectacular Frozen!

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Georgian House Santa Experience

17th December 2023

Make this Christmas extra special by visiting Santa in his favourite New Town house, decorated to festive perfection, making the best memories!

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Gladstone’s Land Santa Experience

17th December 2023

Make this Christmas super special by visiting Santa in Gladstone’s Land, one of the oldest buildings on the Royal Mile!

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Groove Back Dance Class

17th December 2023

Dive into Afro-Fusion, Soca, Jazz, Street dances, different Latin styles, Musical dances and many more with Pirita Tuisku at Blazin' Studios in St. Margaret's House!

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Karaoke Club: Sisters Sunday Sesh

17th December 2023

Join us every Sunday from 9pm at The Three Sisters Edinburgh for our Karaoke Club and break out your inner Diva on our LIVE stage!

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Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale

17th December 2023

Come along to Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale, open every Sunday on Levels E & F Red Car Park... all welcome!

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Reggaeton Dance Class

17th December 2023

Join Pirita Tuisku for these Reggaeton Dance Classes taking place in Blazin' Studios in St. Margaret's House from 12th November!

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Santa Paws at Dobbies Edinburgh

17th December 2023

Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Edinburgh!

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Santa Paws at Dobbies Livingston

17th December 2023

Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Livingston!

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Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Edinburgh

17th December 2023

Join us at Dobbies Edinburgh for a fun festive event where you will enjoy breakfast for the whole family with fun activities, plus a special visit from Santa!

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Santa’s Breakfast at Dobbies Livingston

17th December 2023

Join us at Dobbies Livingston and enjoy breakfast for the whole family with fun activities, plus a special visit from Santa!

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Stockbridge Market

17th December 2023

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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Susan Morrison is historically funny

17th December 2023

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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The Snowman Film Screening with Santa Visit

17th December 2023

Regal Mobile Cinemas: Relive the magic of The Snowman (1982) as the much loved festive cartoon flies onto the big screen for this special cinema screening at the National Mining Museum Scotland.

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Transmission: The Sound of Joy Division

17th December 2023

Transmission: The Sound of Joy Division return to The Voodoo Rooms on 17th December to recreating the atmosphere of a live Joy Division gig!

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