Discover December Events at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
From Christmas events to Artist in Residence, discover Virgin Hotels Edinburgh's events taking place in this festive season!
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Last Updated: 9 December 2025 16:40
Artist in Residence | Jennifer Court | Open Studio Weekend
It’s our final month with Jennifer as our Artist in Residence, and what a wonderful residency it has been. There’s still time to meet Jenny, explore her work & make a purchase. She’ll also be hosting an open studio event on 13-14 Dec from 12-6pm and all guests and visitors are warmly welcome.
More info: here
Christmas Choir | Oculus Lounge
Guests are invited to join us on Friday, 5 Dec and Thursday 11 Dec as a Christmas choir fills the Oculus Lounge with festive cheer! Guests can drop by between 5-6pm to enjoy the magic of the season.
Gift Vouchers | Christmas Sale
Did someone say last-minute gifting? With Black Friday behind us, our next Gift Voucher focus is our Christmas Sale. Running from 24-26 Dec, this sale will offer 20% off all full-price vouchers listed on our voucher site. A discount code will be announced when the sale launches. P.S. Staff are eligible too!
Festive Family Feast | Christmas Day
Our Festive Family Feast in Greyfriars Hall offers guests a relaxed, atmospheric Christmas Day celebration with a buffet of starters, a choice of classic mains (+ all the trimmings!) & a decadent dessert. With doors from 13:00, it’s a communal, family-friendly experience at £95 for adults, £45 for children (5-12) and free for under-5s.
More info: here
*New* Chef’s Table | London
Inspired by her time immersed in London’s vibrant culinary scene, Chef Emma is back with us & brings a bold, modern edge to a celebration of British flavours, as this December she takes diners on a journey through London.
*New* Afternoon Tea Menu | New Location & Now Daily
Our new Afternoon Tea menu is now available daily. Guests can join us Mon to Fri in Commons Club Bar, or in the Oculus Lounge on weekends. Price: £39, with an optional glass of Telmont Champagne for £14.
£39pp | book via afternoontea@virginhotels.com
£19 Weekend 2-Course Menu | Commons Club Restaurant
Remember guests can enjoy our new two course lunch for just £19, featuring standout dishes like crispy deep-fried chicken, our signature salmon board, steak fritters and the Commons Club take on fish & chips.
£19 | Saturday & Sunday | 12 noon - 3pm
*New* Festive Martini Specials | Commons Club Bar
In Commons Club Bar we’re running a short seasonal collaboration with The Botanist Gin this month. December’s martini specials are Botanist Martini £16 & Flintlock £25. Please feel free to share with our guests and highlight that these are limited for December only.
*New* Vegan Menu
Eve menus now include a full vegan menu crafted with the same care and creativity as our other menus and is now available in the restaurant on request and can also be viewed online via the Eve website menu page.
Hogmanay Time Machine
EVE’s “Hogmanay Time Machine” invites guests to dance through the decades with the best hits of the 70s, 80s, 90s and 00s, featuring a live DJ, performers and MC. It’s an over-25s throwback party to welcome 2026 in style and tickets are available now.
More info: here
Hogmanay Ball
No one does Hogmanay like Edinburgh. Bring in the New Year like only the Scots can, with a sumptuous 4-course meal, piper and a ceilidh band to see you through to the bells, all in our stunning Greyfriars Hall.
More info: here
COMING SOON | First Footin’
On 1 January, Eve takes part in the citywide First Footin’ live- music trail a free, unticketed New Year celebration that draws thousands each year. Guests can drop in for performances from Grayling (2pm), Eyve (3pm) and Zoe Graham (4pm); seating is first come, first served, and a reduced food menu will be available. It’s a relaxed way to enjoy great music and kick off 2026.
More info: here
COMING SOON | Festa Italiana
Festa Italiana launches on 29 March and runs on the last Sunday of every month and although it starts in March, tickets are available to buy now. Guests can enjoy a relaxed, free flowing Italian feast with antipasti, seafood, hot dishes, live-tossed carbonara and classic dolci, all beautifully presented across buffet stations. It’s a great-value Sunday experience at £35 per person (under-5s dine free), with bookings between 12:30-14:30 and the event closing at 16:00.
More info: here
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