Workshops Events in Edinburgh in October 2025
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Events in Edinburgh
Cocktail Craft Masterclass
Join Summerhall Distillery for an immersive cocktail masterclass at their historic venue, where the art of mixology meets the science of spirits!
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Men Drawing Men Edinburgh
This monthly untutored life drawing group at The Salisbury Centre gives men the opportunity to come along and draw a male Life model in a friendly, supportive drawing group.
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Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation
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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Speak Japanese with Confidence – Join Our Japanese Chat Club!
Looking to practise speaking Japanese in a relaxed and supportive environment? Then join our Japanese Chat Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!
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Introduction to Transmission Meditation - Edinburgh
Transmission Meditation is a simple group meditation providing both a dynamic service to the world and powerful personal spiritual development.
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FULL MOON with Transmission Meditation
Join Share International Scotland for a powerful group meditation and work of planetary service at the time of the full moon each month!
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Kids Japanese After School Club Ages 7-12: Language, Crafts & Culture
Led by Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior, this Kids Japanese After School Club transforms screen-based self-study into real-world interactive learning with crafts, games, and cultural fun.
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Forest Bathing at Lauriston
Join Dr Eve Hepburn on a relaxing forest bathing journey at in Lauriston Castle Gardens!
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8-Week Mindfulness Based Living Course (in-person & online combined course)
This 8-Week course will be facilitated by Gary Young from The Mindful Enterprise and is based on the work of international mindfulness teacher Rob Nairn.
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Photo Plate Lithography Weekend
Explore layering images in colour to create painterly prints with a delicacy of mark and tone, characteristic to this medium, at Edinburgh Printmakers' Photo Plate Lithography Weekend.
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Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop
Join Mud & Marsh Jewellery Design for this two and a half hour Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop for beginners at The Crannie!
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Rugby for Beginners
Corstorphine Cougars are running free beginners classes every Tuesday for Females of all ages who would like to try Rugby!
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Forest Bathing Taster Sessions
Come along to these lovely Forest Bathing taster sessions with Wild Rose Forest Therapy in St. Mark's Park!
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Tang Soo Do
Come and try out the traditional Korean martial art of Tang Soo Do at Gracemount Leisure Centre on Wednesdays & Saturdays!
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Artphobes Anonymous Workshop
Does the thought of drawing a picture on a blank page fill you with a sense of self doubt, frustration and certain failure- before you have even begun? If so, this workshop is for you.
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Scots Music Group Classes
Join the Scots Music Group for their new session of classes in traditional music taking place on various dates and venues through September to November!
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Scottish Dance Classes for Children
Let your child explore music, rhythm, and movement in a fun and welcoming environment at the RSCDS Edinburgh's Saturday morning Scottish Dance Classes in Christ Church, Morningside!
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Copperplate Minuscules – Half-Day Workshop
Discover the beauty and rhythm of Copperplate script in this focused 4-hour workshop dedicated to minuscules (lowercase letters) with Panda Scribes in Linlithgow.
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Full Moon Sound Bath Meditation
Come and tap into living in balance with cycle of the moon and through it rediscover and strengthen your instinct and intuition at this Full Moon Sound Bath Meditation with Marcela Tršová!
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Castle Chorus Weekly Rehearsal
Castle Chorus is a small, friendly choir open to anybody who loves singing. If you’re interested in coming along, singing some songs and meeting new people, feel free to just turn up on a Thursday!
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Kizomba Beginners Course
Learn a new skill and join Dança Kizomba Edinburgh's structured kizomba beginners course every Monday for 4 weeks, starting on 15th September!
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Have fun learning Salsa!
Join OnOne Salsa's beginner-friendly 7-week Salsa Crossbody Beginners Foundations course, starting on 16th September!
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Ready to Dance Cuban Rueda
This 7-week course run by OnOne Salsa is perfect for dancers who want to start learning Rueda Casino in a fun & friendly way!
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Reconfigure Life Drawing at Summerhall
Reconfigure welcomes all ages and all abilities, in an atmosphere of warmth and creativity, at these Life Drawing classes in Summerhall's iconic Anatomy Lecture Theatre.
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That’s Pure Brass Glass Painting + Live Music
We’re turning Brewhemia into a riot of colour, clatter, and creativity with That’s Pure Brass – the only night where you can sip, paint, and party like a true Bavarian!
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Historical Georgian Dance Classes
Join the Edinburgh Quadrille Society and learn dances from the Jane Austen / Bridgerton era at Institut français d'Écosse!
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Learn French with Comic Books in Edinburgh
Decode French comics, boost your French, and meet fellow learners over snacks & drinks at these free Edinburgh workshops run by Say Oui To Français!
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Beginners Sewing Course XL - Wednesdays
This 6 week introductory course is a good starting point to learn expert sewing techniques whether you want to progress into dressmaking, soft furnishing or craft projects.
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Dressmaking Course - Wednesday Mornings
This Dressmaking course run by Artisan Stitch will teach you how to make your own unique clothes that fit perfectly and improve your existing sewing techniques.
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Better Dressmaking
Learn loads of tips and techniques to make your home sewing look less – well- ‘homemade’ at this 6 week Better Dressmaking Course run by Artisan Stitch!
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European Wooden Surfboard Meet 2025
The European Wooden Surfboard Meet 2025 comes to Scotland for the first time at Lost Shore Surf Resort from 3rd to 5th October.
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Free-Motion Embroidery Workshop
Artisan Stitch is holding a free-motion embroidery workshop, a useful textile art skill, on Friday 3rd October!
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Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park
Join us this October for spook-tacular Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park!
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Drawing the Female Form
Come along to The Salisbury Centre on 4th October for a fun and empowering session where we celebrate the beauty and strength of the female form through art!
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Eco Resin Earrings - Craft Workshop
Join Polymorphics and learn how to work with eco resin and how to create colourful earrings for any occasion!
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Edinburgh BMX Workshops
If your kid loves bikes (or just needs a bit of encouragement), The Scottish BMX School's workshops are a brilliant way to get them moving, learning, and smiling!
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Interior Design Masterclass with Lunch
Join Aleksandra J. Hannah from Skela Studio for this full-day Masterclass on 4th October at The Scotsman Hotel, perfect for anyone looking to transform their space or explore their creative side.
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Spinner Ring Workshop
Make your own fashionable silver spinner ring with Leith Jewellery Studios at the Out of The Blue Drill Hall on Saturday 4th October!
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An Introduction To Papercut Art
Have you always fancied learning how to papercut? The join Edinburgh artist Papercut Punk for this entertaining and relaxing workshop in Portobello Town Hall on Sunday 5th October!
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Drawing in the Autumn
Join Drill Hall based artist Felicity Inkpen for a seasonal series of drawing workshops, suitable for beginners and more experienced artists alike!
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Forest Bathing Walk & Nature Clay Impressions Experience
Embrace the calm of the forest and awaken your creativity with a guided experience that blends the restorative practice of Forest Bathing with the tactile joy of creating Nature Clay Impressions.
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Chickens Painting Party at Brew Dog Dog House
Join The Paint Club on 7th October as we painting 3 quirky and colourful chickens this month!
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Know Your Overlocker
Overlockers are amazing machines. This Know Your Overlocker workshop run by Artisan Stitch will show you how versatile your overlocker can be.
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Autumnal Pressed Flowers Tray
Learn how to create your own flowery tray using Eco-friendly materials in this craft workshop run by Polymorphics on Saturday 11th October!
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The Greatest Showman Workshop: Live and Online
Ready to let your inner star shine? Join us for a magical dance workshop inspired by The Greatest Showman on Saturday 11th October – no experience needed!
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Uncial Calligraphy - Half-day workskop
Step back in time and join Panda Scribes for this 4-hour workshop exploring the timeless beauty of Uncial script, a rounded, majuscule hand used in medieval manuscripts.
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Edinburgh October Camp 2025 at George Watson’s College
Exercise your child's mind this October Half Term at the Miniversity Creative Learning Club, suitable for children age 5-12 years!
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October Holiday Club
Join the Dynamic Earth team for four days of discovery and adventure this October with our October Holiday Club in Edinburgh.
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Autumn Explorers
Edinburgh Zoo's Autumn Explorer programme returns in 2025. It's a great opportunity to introduce your children to the wonderful world of wildlife at Edinburgh Zoo!
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Pumpkin Storage Jar
Add some festive charm to your home this autumn with a handmade pumpkin-shaped eco-resin storage jar!
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Sculpted Seashores
Dive into a world of texture, colour, and movement in this 1-day Sculpted Seashores workshop run by Artisan Stitch on Friday 17th October!
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Book event: Sibeal Pounder
Do you have the GUTS to join the Fright Club? Join bestselling children’s author Sibeal Pounder to celebrate the publication of her brand new spooky book series, Fright Club.
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Halloween Ghost Tray - Eco-Resin Craft Workshop
Get into the spirit of the season and join Polymorphics for a fun workshop where you'll learn to create a spooky Halloween ghost tray with eco-resin!
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By order of the Wizarding Council: You're invited to a Halloween tea party of magical proportions at Dobbies Edinburgh this Halloween!
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By order of the Wizarding Council: You're invited to a Halloween tea party of magical proportions at Dobbies Livingston this Halloween!
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Rooted in Love: Autumn Pregnancy Retreat
Enjoy a day of self care and connection on this Autumn Pregnancy Day Retreat at the serene Beechbraes Woodland Centre on the 18th October!
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Macrame Wall Hanger Workshop
Spend a fabulously relaxing Sunday afternoon with us in the sewing & textile studio and craft a beautiful macramé wall hanging!
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Pumpkin Candle Holders
Celebrate the cosy charm of autumn with a creative evening of crafting and make a set of two pumpkin-shaped eco-resin candle holders — perfect for bringing seasonal warmth to your home.
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Curiosity Club
Leave your grown-ups at the door and jump into a Curiosity Club for these exciting, hands-on sessions for curious kids aged 7 – 11 at the National Museum of Scotland!
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Viking Weave Pendant Necklace Workshop
Learn how to double loop Viking Weave with Leith Jewellery Studios at Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 25th October!
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Paint a Stag at Brewhemia with The Paint Club
The Paint Club is back with Brewhemia in Edinburgh on 28th October, this time painting a stag in an autumnal forest.
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Terrazzo Halloween Ghost Tray
Create a Ghost Masterpiece at this workshop suitable for children and adults on 31st October! All ages from 8+ welcome. Wear your Halloween costume if you wish.
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Workshops Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
All About You - One Day Retreat
Join experienced retreat leaders Sandra O’Neill and June Meagher for this one day retreat offering you gentle yoga, TCM Body Clock Flow breathing & Yoga Nidra meditation, breathwork and sound bath.
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Meditation, Breathwork & Gong Journeying
Join Julie from Core Glow at Mearns Kirk Hall for a little indulgence for the soul on this Meditation, Breathwork & Gong Journeying workshop!
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Meditation for Beginners - The Fundamentals
Join Julie from Core Glow on the first Wednesday each month at Mearns Kirk Hall for her Meditation for Beginners workshops!
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Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Felted Vessels
Local fibre artist, Trish O’Meara of Wormit Woolies invites you to a Felted Vessel Workshop at Forgan Arts Centre on Saturday 11th October!
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Letham Twinkling Autumn Wreath Workshop
Enjoy a cozy seasonal afternoon, as you create a beautiful twinkling light Autumn wreath with artist and workshop tutor Deborah Cameron on 7th October at Letham Village Hall!
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Mindful Art: Fluid Art for Mindfulness
This fluid art workshop is perfect for mindfulness as it encourages us to focus on the flow and movement of the paint, keeping us present the moment and creating a calm amidst the chaos!
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Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Glasgow 850
2025 will be a big year for Glasgow as we celebrate the city's 850th birthday. It's a milestone and everyone who has or does call Glasgow home is invited to the party!
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Kundalini In Motion Workshop
Experience a blend of breathwork, fascia release, creative movement scores, meditation and sound current to explore energy pathways for transformation.
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Autumn Flower Arranging
Join Rook Botanics for a lovely sessionof flower arranging and celebrate the changing of seasons with this fun and creative workshop!
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Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Adult Workshop: Willow Basket Making
Join Max Johnson from Seileach Basketry for a fun, relaxed introduction to Willow Basket Making at the National Museum of Rural Life!
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Guided Meditation
Meditation on Twin Hearts helps to flush out negative thoughts and emotions that congest our mind and body every day.
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Candlelit Yin Yoga for Deep Rest
Calm your nervous system and welcome your new evening wind-down ritual with this deeply nourishing and grounding yoga class from Yoga By Gillian!
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Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Physio Led Antenatal Pilates
Grace Ferguson Pilates will launch an antenatal (pregnancy) Pilates class on Thursday evenings in Paisley at the lovely SANA Yoga & Massage from January 9th.
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Beginners Photography Workshop
Learn how to take great outdoors and wildlife photographs with your own camera, then see your results on screen on this Beginners Photography Workshop at RSPB Lochwinnoch!
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Upholstery Weekend
Join Restoration & Creation in Paisley for one of their regular Upholstery Weekend Workshops and turn the old into something new and special!
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Here's a selection of Workshops Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Introduction to Glass Fusing with Una Galbraith
Discover the captivating art of glass fusing in this hands-on workshop suitable for beginners and more experienced participants at Mosaic & Glass!
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Beginners Tapestry
Join Jo McDonald for a two-day Beginners Tapestry Weaving Workshop, suitable both for complete beginners and for improvers looking to refresh their skills.
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Little Scare-lings at Dobbies Stirling
By order of the Wizarding Council: You're invited to a Halloween tea party of magical proportions at Dobbies Stirling this Halloween!
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