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Capital Theatres unveils new partnerships and world premieres with Rambert and Barrowland Ballet

Capital Theatres reveals new partnerships with leading dance companies Rambert and Barrowland Ballet, designed to bring world premieres to Edinburgh.

Last Updated: 27 February 2025 12:42

Priscilla Queen of the Desert embarks on major UK Tour

Priscilla Queen of the Desert, based on the 1994 Oscar-winning film, is set to hit the road, bursting onto stages across the UK and Ireland and visits Edinburgh Playhouse in April 2026.

Last Updated: 27 February 2025 12:26

Underground Streets in Edinburgh Unlocked

For one evening only on Thursday, 13th March, The Real Mary King’s Close is inviting guests to a truly unique event that will cast The Close in an entirely new light.

Last Updated: 27 February 2025 12:03

The UK Pantomime Association announces major sponsorship partnership with Trafalgar Entertainment and ATG Entertainment

The UK Pantomime Association is delighted to announce a significant new sponsorship partnership with Trafalgar Entertainment and ATG Entertainment (ATGE).

Last Updated: 27 February 2025 11:41

Arriving near you! Adventure Cinema returns for special Summer screenings under the stars

The UK's largest outdoor cinema, Adventure Cinema announces its most spectacular season to date with incredible films at new magical locations!

Last Updated: 27 February 2025 10:13

Free gardening workshops at Dobbies this March

Dobbies Garden Centres is hosting two free workshops this March for gardeners of all ages; Prepare to Propagate and Beyond the Secret Garden.

Last Updated: 26 February 2025 11:19

Snap up free tickets to The Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show in Glasgow or Edinburgh

The Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show, Scotland's only dedicated consumer exhibition for self-builders, home renovators and improvers, is back and we have free tickets up for grabs!

Last Updated: 26 February 2025 10:37

Exclusive pre loved shopping event at SH Jewellery this weekend

The entire range of pre-loved jewellery will be on display in store at SH Jewellery in Morningside from Thursday, 27th February through to and including Saturday, 1st March.

Last Updated: 25 February 2025 16:38

Pints on Us for Rugby Fans in Scotland

Britain’s biggest independent brewer, BrewDog is giving away free pints of its stout, Black Heart, to help keep the home nations’ hopes high!

Last Updated: 25 February 2025 15:45

Celebrate Brazilian Carnaval at SUSHISAMBA

W Edinburgh, the capital’s latest 5-star luxury hotel, is set to host an unmissable Carnaval weekend celebration at SUSHISAMBA Edinburgh this weekend.

Last Updated: 25 February 2025 15:21

Roblox hits the big screen at Vue Cinemas

British kids will go head-to-head on Roblox to be crowned the Gaming Challenge UK champion.

Last Updated: 25 February 2025 11:26

Aldi Scotland Announces CHAS as the Official Charity Partner for its 2025 Supermarket Sweep

Aldi Scotland has proudly announced Children's Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS) as the official charity partner of its long running and hugely popular Supermarket Sweep initiative for 2025.

Last Updated: 25 February 2025 11:09

119 year old time capsule opened at Edinburgh Kings Theatre

The contents of a 119-year-old message in a bottle, discovered at the King’s Theatre during the ongoing redevelopment project, have finally been revealed.

Last Updated: 24 February 2025 16:32

Full Cast Announced for Nikita Kuzmin, Midnight Dancer

International champion and Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin has announced the full cast for Midnight Dancer, coming to Edinburgh Playhouse on 26th March!

Last Updated: 20 February 2025 15:50

Programme Announced for Pomegranates Festival

The Traditional Dance Forum of Scotland is delighted to announce full details of its fourth Pomegranates Festival which will run from 25th to 30th April 2025 at various venues across Edinburgh.

Last Updated: 20 February 2025 15:16

The Seafood Ristorante in St Andrews Celebrates 20 Years with Launch of Icons Menu

The Seafood Ristorante, one of Scotland's most beloved dining destinations, marks its 20th anniversary this month with the launch of an exclusive new 'Icons' menu.

Last Updated: 20 February 2025 14:48

Hop along to Dobbies this Easter

Dobbies Garden Centres is welcoming families and four-legged friends to hop along and get set for spring at its brand-new Easter-themed events, taking place across the UK.

Last Updated: 20 February 2025 11:51

MPB revitalises Edinburgh Stills School with quality used photography gear

MPB is sponsoring Edinburgh’s Stills Centre for Photography by replacing their photographic equipment with high-quality gear to fully equip their Stills School.

Last Updated: 20 February 2025 10:01

Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) and ape2o crushing plastic bottle consumption together

The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland has partnered with anti-plastic water company ape2o to reduce plastic consumption by installing a 'Big Ape' high quality water refill machine at Edinburgh Zoo.

Last Updated: 19 February 2025 14:24

Edinburgh Playhouse inspires the next generation of theatre goers with Project Any Dream

Edinburgh Playhouse Creative Learning initiative ‘Project Any Dream 2024’ is shortlisted in the category of Inspiring Partnerships at forthcoming Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce Business Awards.

Last Updated: 19 February 2025 12:28

Edinburgh STYLE is back bigger than ever for 2025

St James Quarter will play host to an enviable line-up of style talks, fashion shows, beauty masterclasses and more from 28th to 30th March!

Last Updated: 19 February 2025 12:00

Flight Club Edinburgh launches NEW Margarita Menu ahead of National Margarita Day

The Edinburgh cocktail bar and Social Darts experience is paying homage to the tequila-based cocktail for an entire month with its new limited-edition menu.

Last Updated: 19 February 2025 11:43

Edinburgh Charity awarded grant to help support its Dementia Care and Community Services

The Eric Liddell Community has received a generous £150,000 grant from The Garfield Weston Foundation to help sustain its vital work in combating loneliness and isolation in Edinburgh.

Last Updated: 19 February 2025 11:01

The Famous Spiegeltent Returns

105 years young! The Famous Spiegeltent celebrates her ‘centenary plus’ this summer by returning to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh.

Last Updated: 19 February 2025 10:09

2 for 1 Whisky Adventures Await at Johnnie Walker Princes Street This February

Last chance to enjoy 2 for 1* on Johnnie Walker Princes Street’s award-winning experiences until 28th February.

Last Updated: 18 February 2025 14:29

Join us on Spaceship Earth as Edinburgh Science Festival blasts off in April

Edinburgh Science Festival welcomes everyone to explore the theme of Spaceship Earth and how we can all live like astronauts for the good of planet Earth.

Last Updated: 18 February 2025 10:54

The Leddie to host its first ever Wellness Retreat

The Leddie, Aberlady’s boutique hotel and restaurant, in partnership with WanderWomen, will host its first-ever wellness retreat, Spring Equinox Awakening, from 15th to 16th March.

Last Updated: 18 February 2025 10:41

Football Fundraiser set to score big for Disability Charity

A HIGHLY anticipated charity football match is set to bring together property professionals and football legends in a bid to raise £20,000 for an inclusive outdoor space.

Last Updated: 18 February 2025 10:09

Jason Connery Invests 1 Million in Lost Shore Surf Resort

Jason Connery, filmmaker and son of the legendary Sean Connery, has invested £1 million in Lost Shore Surf Resort, marking a significant post-launch boost for Europe’s largest surf park.

Last Updated: 17 February 2025 13:46

Thousands of preloved books for children to find new homes through Asda instore donation points in Scotland

The initiative enables customers across the UK to donate pre-loved children's books in-store, for onward gifting to families with fewer books of their own.

Last Updated: 17 February 2025 12:55