St Marys Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh

St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral is one of the great church buildings of Scotland and the only Cathedral in Scotland to maintain the tradition of daily Choral worship.

About St Marys Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh

	St Marys Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh Palmerston Place, Edinburgh West EH12 5AW
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We are part of the world-wide Anglican communion and thus have very close links with the Church of England, as well as our Presbyterian neighbours (the Church of Scotland).

You can see our three spires from most places in Edinburgh, especially if you are on Princes Street and look west. The spires perhaps make you to want to look up. We hope they will make you want to make the short walk from Princes Street towards Haymarket.

Every day our doors are open: open so that anyone can visit, can come in and be still, perhaps light a candle as a sign of prayer for someone in need or a special need close to your heart. Each day prayers are said, the Eucharist (Holy Communion) celebrated, God is worshipped.

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Upcoming Events at St Marys Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh

Family and Kids

Jubilate Children’s Choir

24th October 2025 - 19th June 2026

St Marys Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh, Edinburgh West

Jubilate is St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral's new junior choir, held every Friday during term time in the Song School on the Cathedral grounds.

Music

Chopin & Champagne by Candlelight

Selected dates between 15th November 2025 - 20th June 2026

St Marys Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh, Edinburgh West

Enjoy an exceptional classical concert by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Mary's Cathedral, that perfectly complements the romantic brilliance of Chopin's music.

Exhibitions

Exhibition: Golgotha Too

18th February 2026 - 29th March 2026

St Marys Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh, Edinburgh West

Previously exhibited in Lancaster and Carlisle, Martin Fowler's modest oil paintings on wood continue the tradition of figurative painting within the church.

Music

Candlelight: Hans Zimmer’s Best Works

Selected dates between 28th February 2026 - 10th April 2026

St Marys Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh, Edinburgh West

Discover the music of Hans Zimmer under the gentle glow of candlelight when Fever bring Hans Zimmer's Best Works to St Mary's Cathedral Edinburgh!

Music

Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA

Selected dates between 7th March 2026 - 10th April 2026

St Marys Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh, Edinburgh West

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations... discover the music of Queen vs. ABBA at St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral!

Music

Candlelight: Best of Joe Hisaishi

20th March 2026

St Marys Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh, Edinburgh West

Discover the music of Joe Hisaishi at St Mary's Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight in this live, multi-sensory musical experience!

Music

Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

20th March 2026

St Marys Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh, Edinburgh West

Discover the music of Fleetwood Mac, under the gentle glow of candlelight, at this live, multi-sensory musical experience in St Marys Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh!

Music

St Mary’s Music School presents: Duruflé Requiem op.9

1st April 2026

St Marys Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh, Edinburgh West

St Mary's Music School is delighted to be joined by the Choirs of St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral for their annual Spring Concert in the inspiring setting of St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral!

Music

Musica Unita’s Annual Spring Fundraising Concert

17th April 2026

St Marys Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh, Edinburgh West

Get ready for a brilliant night of music at St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral on Friday 17th April, featuring top Scottish talent, raising vital funds for Musica Unita's education & community programmes!

Family and Kids

Be a Chorister Afternoon

1st May 2026

St Marys Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh, Edinburgh West

If your child is in P3-P5 and loves to sing, then join St Mary's Music School for this special afternoon, as they give children and parents an insight into what life is like as a chorister!

Music

The Spooky Men’s Chorale

11th July 2026

St Marys Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh, Edinburgh West

The Spooky Men’s Chorale is a magnificent, many-headed beast which has single-handedly turned the world of men’s singing upside down. Don't miss them at St Marys Episcopal Cathedral on 11th July!

Live Music Venues

Legends

71 Cowgate, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1JW

Classic and alternative rock club with regular drinks specials, themed events and karaoke nights.

Live Music Venues

Paradise Palms

41 Lothian Street , Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1HB

All welcome, who welcome all... Paradise Palms is an LGBTQ friendly venue, all are welcome in our warm embrace so long as you mean no harm or ill will to others.

Live Music Venues

Belushis Bar Edinburgh

32 Market Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1QB

Belushi’s Bar is in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town and offers regular live music, student nights and sports.

Live Music Venues

The Liquid Room

9C Victoria Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 2HE

Opened in May 1997 The Liquid Room is widely regarded as one of the UK's leading venues for Gigs and Club nights.

Live Music Venues

Biblos Edinburgh

1 Chambers Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1HU

Biblos Edinburgh is a nice, relaxing bar, lounge and restaurant with additional spaces for functions and events and a trendy bar for live events.

Live Music Venues

Festival Theatre Edinburgh

13/29 Nicolson Street , Edinburgh South EH8 9FT

The Edinburgh Festival Theatre is a performing arts venue used primarily for performances of opera and ballet, large-scale musical events, and touring groups.

Live Music Venues

Brewhemia

1A Market Street , Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1DE

Brewhemia, in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, is Scotland's only beer palace, home to eight copper tanks filled with a selection of fantastic unpasteurised and unfiltered beers.

Live Music Venues

The Fiddlers Arms

11-13 Grassmarket , Edinburgh Old Town EH1 2HY

Welcome to the Fiddler’s Arms - a warm and friendly traditional pub sitting at the end of the Grassmarket in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle.

Live Music Venues

Royal Highland Centre

Royal Highland Centre Ingliston, Edinburgh West EH28 8NB

The Royal Highland Centre is Scotland's premier indoor and outdoor events venue set in parkland just minutes from Edinburgh Airport and the city centre.

Live Music Venues

St Cecilias Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum

50 Niddry Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1LG

The beautiful St Cecilia's Hall dates back to 1763 and is also home to the University of Edinburgh's internationally renowned collection of historic musical instruments.

Live Music Venues

The Pipers Rest

3 Hunter Square, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1QW

Serving traditional Scottish food, craft beers, whiskies & gins by our friendly and knowledgeable team. Make sure you hang around for the nightly live music!

Live Music Venues