Book Week Scotland
Book Week Scotland is an annual celebration of books and reading that takes place across the country.
About Book Week Scotland
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Book Week Scotland is an annual celebration of books and reading that takes place across Scotland. During Book Week, people of all ages and walks of life come together in libraries, schools, community venues and workplaces to share and enjoy books and reading. They are joined in this celebration by Scotland’s authors, poets, playwrights, storytellers and illustrators to bring a packed programme of events and projects to life.
Book Week Scotland is run by Scottish Book Trust and supported by partners all over Scotland.
All information (whether in text or photographs) is supplied in good faith but should not be relied upon as being a statement of representation or fact.
Upcoming Events at Book Week Scotland
Book Week Scotland
Book Week Scotland is an annual celebration of books and reading that takes place across Scotland, the 2025 festival will be held between between the 17th and 23rd November!
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An Evening with Sally Magnusson in Conversation with Laura Maxwell
Sally Magnusson will be discussing her newest novel, The Shapeshifter's Daughter, in conversation with BBC Scotland's Laura Maxwell at the Carrick Centre in Houston on Saturday 22nd November.
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Explore the power of books and enjoy some refreshments at The Language Hub's upcoming Book Week Scotland event!
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An Evening with Polly Pullar: Wildlife Conservationist and Author
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from one of Scotland’s most inspiring voices in conservation, renowned wildlife writer, naturalist, and photographer Polly Pullar!
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Just Festival
St John's Church Princes Street,
Edinburgh New Town EH2 4BJ
Edinburgh’s Just Festival Celebrates 21st Year With Bumper Programme. Free to attend programme online and at St. John’s Church, Princes Street from 6th – 30th August.
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Edinburgh International University Film Festival
Scottish Storytelling Centre 43 - 45 High Street,
Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1SR
The Edinburgh International University Film Festival (EIUFF), launching in 2025, is driven by a mission to champion and support the creative talents of university students across the UK.
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ScotlandsFest
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Various Locations Edinburgh
2024 marks the 7th year of ScotlandsFest, more than 40 captivating events celebrating the vibrant literary, cultural and political landscape of Scotland.
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Edinburgh Horror Festival
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Various Locations Edinburgh
The Edinburgh Horror Festival is one of the most popular Hallowe'en events in Edinburgh. Incorporating theatre, comedy, magic, spoken word, movies, games, improv, workshops and more!
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FuturePlay Festival
54 George Street,
Edinburgh New Town EH2 2LR
Formerly the Edinburgh Digital Entertainment Festival, FuturePlay is on from the 3rd to 26th August.
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Edinburgh Science Festival
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Various Locations Edinburgh
Edinburgh Science Festival is an educational charity that aims to inspire all ages and backgrounds.
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Festival of Migration
Southside Community Centre 117 Nicolson Street,
Edinburgh South EH8 9ER
Edinburgh's Festival of Migration, celebrating the vibrant cultural diversity of our city and our neighbours!
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Edinburgh Krampus Festival
29 - 35 Niddry Street,
Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1LG
While Santa and his elves frolic under snowflakes, something sinister is lurking in the icy caverns of Niddry Street.
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Edinburgh Tradfest
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Various Locations Edinburgh
The very best traditional music from Scotland and around the world returns from 2nd to 12th May 2025.
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Edinburghs Hogmanay
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Various Locations Edinburgh
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay is back to celebrate the end of 2025 and the new year with an unforgettable experience for Edinburgh and beyond.
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Leith Festival
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Leith
Leith Festival is an array of colour, sound, culture and pageantry that takes place over nine days in June.
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Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival
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Various Locations Edinburgh
Set up in 1978, Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival now presents high quality musicians from all over the world.
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Just Festival
Edinburgh’s Just Festival Celebrates 21st Year With Bumper Programme. Free to attend programme online and at St. John’s Church, Princes Street from 6th – 30th August.
READ MORE
Edinburgh International University Film Festival
The Edinburgh International University Film Festival (EIUFF), launching in 2025, is driven by a mission to champion and support the creative talents of university students across the UK.
READ MORE
ScotlandsFest
2024 marks the 7th year of ScotlandsFest, more than 40 captivating events celebrating the vibrant literary, cultural and political landscape of Scotland.
READ MORE
Edinburgh Horror Festival
The Edinburgh Horror Festival is one of the most popular Hallowe'en events in Edinburgh. Incorporating theatre, comedy, magic, spoken word, movies, games, improv, workshops and more!
READ MORE
FuturePlay Festival
Formerly the Edinburgh Digital Entertainment Festival, FuturePlay is on from the 3rd to 26th August.
READ MORE
Edinburgh Science Festival
Edinburgh Science Festival is an educational charity that aims to inspire all ages and backgrounds.
READ MORE
Festival of Migration
Edinburgh's Festival of Migration, celebrating the vibrant cultural diversity of our city and our neighbours!
READ MORE
Edinburgh Krampus Festival
While Santa and his elves frolic under snowflakes, something sinister is lurking in the icy caverns of Niddry Street.
READ MORE
Edinburgh Tradfest
The very best traditional music from Scotland and around the world returns from 2nd to 12th May 2025.
READ MORE
Edinburghs Hogmanay
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay is back to celebrate the end of 2025 and the new year with an unforgettable experience for Edinburgh and beyond.
READ MORE
Leith Festival
Leith Festival is an array of colour, sound, culture and pageantry that takes place over nine days in June.
READ MORE
Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival
Set up in 1978, Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival now presents high quality musicians from all over the world.
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