October at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

From Cocktail Week to Artist in Residence, discover Virgin Hotels Edinburgh's events taking place in October!

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Last Updated: 3 October 2025 15:37

EVE & COMMONS CLUB | Edinburgh Cocktail Week | 3rd- 12th October
We’re in - twice over.
Join us at EVE for the zesty £5 Monkey Spritz, or head to Commons Club for the elegant £9 Eastside No.2 - part of this year’s Edinburgh Cocktail Week Prestige Cocktail lineup. This year's festival runs across ten days, Friday 3rd - Sunday 12th October 2025
Two bars, ten days, unforgettable sips.
Let the celebrations begin. Just show your wristbands.
• Eve £5 | Monkey Spritz |Monkey Shoulder, Limoncello, FeverTree Ginger Ale, Honey Syrop
• Commons Club £9 | Eastside No.2 | Hendrick's Gin, Cucumber & Mint Cordial, St Germain
• Link: www.edinburghcocktailweek.co.uk

EVE | Cheese & Wine Masterclass | Wednesday 22nd October from 18:00
Indulge in an evening of Italian flavours and expert pairings at Eve's interactive Cheese & Wine Masterclass, hosted by Head Chef Giulio Morroni. Explore Italy’s finest cheeses and carefully selected wines, learning how their flavours complement and enhance each other. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, a cheese lover, or both, you can look forward to an evening filled with rich flavours, fascinating stories, and plenty of laughter, all in the warm and inviting atmosphere of Eve.
• Venue: EVE
• Price: £30 per person
• More info: here

EVE | Family Pasta Masterclass | 26th October | 12 noon
Looking for a unique and tasty way to spend quality time together? Join us for our Family Pasta Masterclass - the perfect hands-on activity for kids aged 7+ (with a grown up in tow!). Led by our Head Chef, Giulio Morroni, this interactive session will teach you how to make fresh, traditional Italian pasta from scratch - just like they do in the heart of Italy. Lots of flour, and lots of fun.
• Venue: EVE
• Price: £50 (Adult plus 1 Child)
• More info: here

EVE | Lunch Special | Pranzo at 12 | October | 12noon - 16:00
Midday. Made Italian.
This October, enjoy a choice of Italian mains with a refreshing pint of Menabrea or Orchard Pig cider - all for only £12. Served daily in the relaxed surrounding of Eve, Cowgate from 12noon. – 4pm, all month. Joining us for dinner? Enjoy our brand-new Eve all day menu, refreshed to reflect the new season with lots of new dishes to try.
• Venue: Eve
• Price: £12 per person and includes a Pint of Menabrea or Pint of Orchard Pig Cider
• More info: View Menu

COMMONS CLUB | Chef’s Table Shanghai | Daily October | from 5pm
Our Chef’s Table journey through Chef Emma Hanley’s career milestones continues, and this October, Emma invites us to experience Shanghai. This menu is a celebration of contrasts and harmony: where bold heat meets delicate subtlety, and tradition dances with innovation. Inspired by the vibrant kitchens of East Asia, each dish reflects Emma’s deep curiosity and reverence for the region’s rich culinary heritage. Diners are welcome at the Chef’s Table seven days a week, anytime between 17:00 and 20:30.
• Price: £85 per person
• Drinks pairing: Additional £55 per person
• More info here

COMMONS CLUB | *New Menu* | Daily in October | From 5pm
October sees the launch of Commons Club’s brand-new Modern Scottish Brasserie menu, offering a fresh take on traditional Scottish cuisine. Showcasing bold flavours, seasonal ingredients, and beautifully crafted dishes, the menu celebrates Scotland’s culinary heritage with a contemporary twist. The new menu also features artwork by the hotel’s current Artist in Residence, Jennifer Court adding a unique creative touch to the dining experience.
• Price: Mains from £17
• Menu: View HERE
• More info: View the menu and Book here

COMMONS CLUB | *New Weekend Set Price Lunch Menu* | Weekends 12 - 3pm
Make your weekends even more delicious with our brand-new lunch offering at Commons Club, right in the heart of Edinburgh’s iconic Victoria Street. Enjoy two courses for just £19, featuring standout dishes like our crispy deep-fried chicken, signature Commons Club salmon board, steak fritters, and our take on fish and chips.
Perfect for a relaxed afternoon with friends, a bite between shops, or a treat-yourself moment in the city. Available every weekend - come hungry
• Price: Two Course £19
• Menu: View here
• More info: Book your table

VIGILANTE SHORT FILM | Constantine.. the Artist | 19th October
This month we are delighted to welcome back our previous Artist in Residence, Constantine..the Artist as he hosts an event to preview his VIGILANTE short film. VIGILANTE is a short film directed by Nicholas Grant and featuring Constantine.. the Artist, the critically acclaimed creator of the Vigilante project. The film was shot inside Virgin Hotels Edinburgh’s Unicorn Room during Constantine..’s artist residency, which focused on a new body of paintings.
Following the screening, the evening will conclude with a Q&A featuring Constantine.. and director Nicholas Grant, hosted by Emily-Rose, where audiences will gain insight into both the making of the film and the wider trajectory of the Vigilante project.
• Venue: Greyfriars Hall, 2 Cowgate, EH1 1JR
• Price: Admission Free
• More info: 19th October | 6PM | A bar will be available throughout the event.

CHRISTMAS AT VIRGIN HOTELS EDINBURGH | December 2025
Whether you're planning a sparkling Christmas party, a festive feast with friends, or a private celebration to mark the season, join us at the heart of Edinburgh for a festive experience like no other. From indulgent group dining to unforgettable gatherings and lively New Year festivities, we’ve got everything you need to eat, drink, and be merry - all with that signature Virgin Hotels Edinburgh flair.
• More info: Find all about our festive offerings here

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