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October at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

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

Last Updated: 3 October 2025 15:37

Seachdain na Gaidhlig (World Gaelic Week) 2026 launches with rallying call to use it, or lose it

Seachdain na Gàidhlig will return in 2026, under the banner Use It or Lose It – and organisers are encouraging people across Scotland and the global diaspora to get behind the rallying cry.

Last Updated: 3 October 2025 12:16

Brits brewing up a storm: Macdonald Hotels reports coffee surge

Brits are now picking up the cafetière, with Macdonald Hotels & Resorts revealing a 10% rise in coffee sales across its 32 UK hotels and resorts in the past year.

Last Updated: 3 October 2025 11:47

Bonnie & Wild and Fierce Beer team up for craft bar residency

Craft brewery Fierce Beer shows appetite for Bonnie & Wild with launch of new bar residency and tailored food and drink pairings.

Last Updated: 3 October 2025 9:50

Local Charities and Communities at the Heart of Edinburghs Christmas 2025

Spreading Christmas cheer, Edinburgh’s Christmas offers over 8,500 free tickets to local community groups and charities.

Last Updated: 3 October 2025 9:11

Spooky season brings horror icons and vampire romance back to the big screen at Vue

Some of the latest horror blockbusters – alongside creepy classics, enchanting family favourites and the ever-popular Twilight Saga – will all be heading to Vue venues this Halloween.

Last Updated: 2 October 2025 13:29

Two Edinburgh Bakeries launch unique Macaron and Cake Tower

Mademoiselle Macaron and Mimi’s Bakehouse have announced a new collaboration which combines handcrafted French macarons with signature sponge tiers in a bespoke macaron and cake tower.

Last Updated: 2 October 2025 11:22

Full Line up Announced for Soundhouse Winter Festival

The 2025 Soundhouse Winter Festival returns from Thursday 27 November to Monday 1 December at the Traverse Theatre in Edinburgh, thanks to support from The National Lottery through Creative Scotland.

Last Updated: 1 October 2025 15:25

Hard Rock Edinburgh goes pink for PINKTOBER

Hard Rock Edinburgh is honouring Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October through Hard Rock International’s 26th annual PINKTOBER campaign.

Last Updated: 1 October 2025 14:53

The Wee Waddle is back at Edinburgh Zoo

From tomorrow (Thursday 2 October) Edinburgh Zoo’s penguin colony will take part in the Wee Waddle, a reimagined version of the world-famous Penguin Parade.

Last Updated: 1 October 2025 14:43

Christmas Launch Weekend at Dobbies Garden Centres marks the start of the festive season

Christmas has come early as Dobbies Garden Centres kicks off the season in style at its Christmas Launch Weekend which takes place from Thursday 9th to Monday 13th October.

Last Updated: 1 October 2025 13:05

Breast Cancer UK is launching its bold Street Nipples campaign in Edinburgh

Breast Cancer UK is launching its bold ‘Street Nipples’ campaign, uniquely transforming everyday pavement studs across Edinburgh into striking reminders for people to check their breasts.

Last Updated: 1 October 2025 12:59

CCC treats audiences to a frightfully delightful family concert this Halloween

Children's Classic Concerts return with their popular Halloween concert performances in Glasgow and Edinburgh later this month!

Last Updated: 1 October 2025 10:33

Edinburgh families sleeping in layers of coats just to stay warm

The Leith Collective launches annual Winter Coat Exchange and hopes to make it more accessible than ever.

Last Updated: 30 September 2025 16:26

The List celebrates 40 years championing arts and culture scene

The List, Scotland's guide to what's on in arts, culture and entertainment, is celebrating its 40th birthday in October.

Last Updated: 30 September 2025 13:37

Lara Denning joins cast for Steps Musical at Edinburgh Playhouse

The producers of the brand-new musical HERE & NOW, presented by UK pop sensation, Steps, are delighted to announce that West End actress Lara Denning will take over the role of Caz.

Last Updated: 30 September 2025 12:31

New Zealand boutique winery Little Beauty set for winemakers dinner at Ka Pao Edinburgh

Ka Pao Edinburgh is set to host a one-night-only winemaker’s dinner with acclaimed New Zealand winery Little Beauty.

Last Updated: 30 September 2025 12:12

Philharmonic orchestra Capella Edina announces first Patron and Honorary President

As Edinburgh’s first resident philharmonic orchestra for almost 90 years, Capella Edina is delighted to announce two new key supporters of the orchestra and its vision.

Last Updated: 29 September 2025 12:05

Popeyes announces restaurant at Fort Kinnaird

The wait is over for fried chicken lovers in Greater Edinburgh, as Popeyes® UK has announced that it will be launching its second restaurant in the Lothians this Autumn.

Last Updated: 26 September 2025 12:38

Free tickets for The Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show in Edinburgh

With just days until The Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show in Edinburgh opens, snap up two free tickets worth £24!

Last Updated: 26 September 2025 10:41

SAY Award Longlist announced including Jacob Alon, Kathryn Joseph, Mogwai and more

The Scottish Album of the Year (SAY) Award, Scotland's national music prize, has today revealed the 20 outstanding albums on 2025's Longlist.

Last Updated: 25 September 2025 14:54

UK Roadshow to champion impact of local small businesses

Small Business Saturday UK Tour will be coming to Edinburgh on 5th November as part of its nationwide roadshow celebrating the nation’s favourite small businesses.

Last Updated: 25 September 2025 14:19

Beatson Cancer Charity and Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service join forces for Blood Cancer Awareness Month

For the first time, Beatson Cancer Charity has joined forces with the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service to highlight the vital role blood donors play in the treatment of blood cancers.

Last Updated: 25 September 2025 14:13

Forever Edinburgh launches new Resident Days as a celebration of Edinburgh residents

Forever Edinburgh launches Resident Days, an initiative giving people who live in the capital exclusive opportunities to enjoy free or discounted access to local attractions, tours and experiences.

Last Updated: 25 September 2025 11:41

Step into Frankensteins Edinburgh with The Balmoral

As Netflix's highly anticipated Frankenstein prepares to premiere this Autumn, The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte Hotel, unveils an immersive experience of Edinburgh's darker delights.

Last Updated: 25 September 2025 11:14

East Lothian set to host flagship conference on collaboration and change

The 2025 VCEL Third Sector Conference will unite community organisations, East Lothian Council, the East Lothian Health and Social Care Partnership (ELHSCP) and national partners.

Last Updated: 25 September 2025 10:11

Government roadshow showcases Scottish talent and boosts SME exports

Small business exporters and ambitious SMEs across Scotland will be front and centre of a new roadshow in Edinburgh - Made in the UK Sold to the World.

Last Updated: 25 September 2025 9:37

Japanese expert offers perfect blend for ultimate afternoon tea experience in Edinburgh

A Japanese cultural expert will be sailing aboard luxury floating hotel, Fingal, on Saturday 1st November to enrich one of Edinburgh’s ultimate afternoon tea experiences.

Last Updated: 24 September 2025 11:56

Winners Crowned at the 2025 Edinburgh Bar Awards

The Capital’s finest pubs, bars and hospitality stars were celebrated last night (Monday, 22 September 2025) at the Edinburgh Bartenders’ Ball.

Last Updated: 23 September 2025 14:15

Jali Collective launches Film Weekender

Jali Collective launches its inaugural Jali Film Weekender, a new film festival celebrating Black, African and diaspora stories to be held in Edinburgh from 30 October - 2 November 2025.

Last Updated: 23 September 2025 11:05