Events in Edinburgh in May 2025
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Events in Edinburgh
Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Maps: Memories from the Second World War
Through personal stories, photography and memorabilia, this exhibition at the National War Museum charts the creation and use of maps during the Second World War.
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Cold War Scotland
Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict.
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Flamenco Dance Class Programme
Alba Flamenca's Flamenco dance classes with amazing flamenco dance teachers ready to welcome everyone from beginners to advanced!
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TuFlamenco is Back with More Flamenco Magic! Course 2024/25
Ignite your passion with TuFlamenco dance classes for adults and children, now returning bigger and better!
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Edinburgh Steiner Teacher Development
Edinburgh Steiner School is offering this Teacher Development course starting on 13th September.
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Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland
Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland celebrates this versatile artform, presenting a selection of works from the City Art Centre’s permanent collection of fine art.
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Scots Music Group Ceilidhs
All welcome to the Scots Music Group fabulous monthly fundraising ceilidhs at the St Brides Centre! Come on your own, with friends or in a group.
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Everlyn Nicodemus
Everlyn Nicodemus opens her first retrospective exhibition, at National Galleries of Scotland: Modern One in Edinburgh.
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Showtime @ The Comedy Attic
Join us for Showtime at The Comedy Attic every Friday and Saturday for the best comedy this glorious city of Edinburgh has to offer!
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Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles' Cathedral.
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Close-Up Magic at The Joker & Thief
Experience close-up magic with Tim Licata, one of Scotland’s most entertaining sleight-of-hand artists, at your table in the lovely Joker & Thief pub every Thursday!
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New Monthly Veterans Cafe
Connect with others who understand your background and have shared your life experiences at the monthly Veterans Cafe in the Gyle Shopping Centre.
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Whisky Tasting and Tales
Taste 4 deliciously different whiskies while taking a journey into the history of whisky in Scotland and its profound importance within Scottish culture.
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Longarm Quilting Workshops
Experience the joy of longarm quilting with a bespoke workshop with professional quilter Claire Sowton at Cloud Quilting!
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Shining a Light: A History of Nursing Support Workers: Exhibition
Discover the fascinating history of nursing support work and celebrate the contribution that nursing support workers continue to make today.
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The Craft of Couture: Victor Edelstein designs for Anna Miller
This small display explores the work of fashion designer Victor Edelstein. A favourite of Princess Diana, Edelstein exemplifies the finest British fashion design of the 1980s.
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Escape the Past: The Anatomist
Descend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.
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Leith Market
The weekly Leith Market has it all - fresh meats, fish, bread, veggies, fruits, cheeses, home bakes, olives, jams, chutneys, oils, smokehouse products and lots more!
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Escape the Past: The Deacon’s Cabinet
From Escape The Past comes a new escape room 'The Deacon’s Cabinet', a historical heist escape room which challenges you to outsmart the infamous Deacon Brodie!
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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kevock Garden
This wonderful hillside garden has magnificent views over the North Esk Valley with a wide diversity of plants and has featured in many magazine articles and gardening programmes.
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The Comedy Cellar at Canon’s Gait
Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," as we have the craic every night, hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter!
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The Big Show
Enjoy a night of top stand-up comedy at The Big Show every weekend at Monkey Barrel Comedy, come see a line-up featuring outstanding local, national, and international comedians!
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Edinburgh Farmers Market
If you're looking for a great place to find fresh, local produce and delicious food, Edinburgh's Farmers Market, held every Saturday, is a must-visit!
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Grassmarket Market
Every Saturday the centre of the Grassmarket becomes a flurry of excitement with the arrival of the weekly market... home to art, crafts, jewellery, gifts, not to mention amazing locally made food!
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The Saturday Show
Join us at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill five act show every Saturday!
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Stockbridge Market
The weekly Stockbridge Market is a foodie heaven featuring creative crafts, original artwork, superb street food. Eat, meet, greet or treat - there is something for everyone!
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Free For All
Free For All is back at Monkey Barrel - with a fresh new vibe! Full-on, no holds barred live comedy for anyone and everyone.
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Top Banana
Catch the comedy stars of the future and pro comics trying out new material every Wednesday night at Monkey Barrel Comedy's 'Top Banana'!
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Scottish Dance Classes for Children
Let your child explore music, rhythm, and movement in a fun and welcoming environment at the RSCDS Edinburgh's Saturday morning Scottish Dance Classes in Greenbank Church Hall!
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The Early Saturday Show!
Join us at the Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill act show!
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Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale
The early bird catches the bargains... come and bag a bargain or earn some pennies from a recent clear out at the weekly Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale on Sunday mornings!
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Rockstar Karaoke
Come bring all your friends and sing all night to all your favourite rockaoke classics on Mondays at Legends!
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Arthur’s Secrets
Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Riffs Tuesdays
Come get your weekly dose of RIFFS at Legents Edinburgh every Tuesday!
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Spandex Comedy
Don't miss out on Spandex Comedy! Join us every Tuesday night for a top night of laughs featuring stand up comedians from across the country dropping in to liven up the start of your week!
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The Best of Scottish Comedy
Talk about doing what it says on the tin! Here you go a carload of simply the best comics on the contemporary Scottish circuit.
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The Friday Show
Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!
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Monumental Treasure Hunt: West Princes Street Gardens
Welcome to the Monument-al Treasure Hunt in West Princes Street Gardens Edinburgh, a cultural & historical exploration for children & adults of all ages to enjoy.
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Cocktail Craft Masterclass
Join Summerhall Distillery for an immersive cocktail masterclass at their historic venue, where the art of mixology meets the science of spirits!
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Family Print Club
Edinburgh Printmakers' Family Print Club is perfect for children as they explore lots of different printmaking techniques and have fun as well!
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Crafts, Games, Soup!
Enjoy crafts? Or enjoy a boardgame? Or simply would appreciate being in the company of others in a warm, relaxed space with a bowl of soup? Then this is the space for you!
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The Scottish Explorer: A selection of the Finest Local Produce
Indulge in an unforgettable culinary journey that celebrates the essence of Scotland at Summerhall Distillery's Scottish Explorer events!
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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight
Enjoy Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons, and other magnificent works by Candlelight at St Giles' Cathedral, performed by The Piccadilly Sinfonietta!
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Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market
The Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market is the longest running car boot in Edinburgh... sell your unwanted goods to 1000s of bargain hunters and make extra cash!
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Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Join renowned British concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith for a performance of sensational classical and romantic works for solo piano at St Giles' Cathedral!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House
Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises!
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The Scottish Colourists: Radical Perspectives
Discover this groundbreaking exhibition in partnership with the Fleming Collection, which for the first time showcases the Scottish Colourists in the context of their European contemporaries.
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Portobello Health Walk
Join Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project for this free weekly walk in Portobello. It's a low level, inclusive health walk open to everyone!
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W.I.P.lash
Join us at The Stand Edinburgh for a brand spanking new showcase for established comics working up material for the Fringe or tour shows!
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Groove Back & Reggaeton Saturday Dance Classes
Ready to reignite your passion for dance? The Groove Back and Reggaeton Saturday classes at Blazin Studio are here to help you do just that!
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Jay Lafferty and Liam Withnail - Work in progress
Two of Scotlands stand out stars, Jay Lafferty and Liam Withnail, preview their work in progress shows at The Stand Edinburgh.
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Guided Looking: An Artwork Audio Described
Join Fiona Johnston, audio describer, as she describes various artwork and objects from the Royal Collection at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
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The Roze Garden
Looking for the best Thursday night out in Edinburgh? Discover The Roze Garden - Edinburgh’s Cabaret and Club Night at The Street!
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Ceilidh in Charteris Centre
Edinburgh Ceilidhs invites you to their regular ceilidh in the Charteris Centre with caller Ken Gourlay, ceilidh band and piper!
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Family Studio Saturdays
Studio Saturdays, at the The Palace of Holyroodhouse, are monthly hands-on artistic workshops for families who are interested in learning new ways to express their creativity.
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ArtSpace in the City Art Centre
Come and have fun in our family area in the Lower Ground Floor at the City Art Centre!
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New Moon Sound Bath Meditation
Join Marcela Tršová at The Open Door Community Centre in Morningside to tap into living in balance with cycle of the moon!
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Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography
This exhibition at The Palace of Holyroodhouse, charts the evolution of royal portrait photography from the 1920s to the present day!
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Discover the Joy of Reading in Japanese – Join Our Book Club!
Are you passionate about Japanese but find it difficult to enjoy the learning process? Then join our Japanese Book Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!
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Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation
Uncover the secrets of 17th-century medicine with a hands-on workshop led by an expert from his time: Dr Arnott, who examined his patients’ health by analysing urine’s colour, smell & TASTE!
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Looking to practise speaking Japanese in a relaxed and supportive environment? Then join our Japanese Chat Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!
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Sea Glass Jewellery workshop: Learn the art of wire wrapping
Learn to make your very own sea glass jewellery in this creative workshop at Joy Revival Design Studio in Portobello!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House
The garden at Stobshiel House is effectively split into four main parts and the extensive collection of shrubs and mature trees offer a fantastic backdrop during all seasons.
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Live Music at The Botanist
The Botanist hosts live music from Thursday to Sunday every week! From acoustic singles, duos, trios and full band, we have it all.
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Ian Hamilton Finlay
The centenary of celebrated Scottish artist Ian Hamilton Finlay (1925-2006) will be marked by a new, free display of his work at the National Galleries of Scotland: Modern.
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Sea Glass Jewellery Experience: Collect and Create
Enjoy a creative workshop beach combing for sea glass then back to Joy Revival Design Studio where you will learn two different techniques to make your very own sea glass jewellery!
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Fun Play in Mandarin - Language play date
Looking for a fun and interactive way to introduce your little one to Mandarin? Then join us every Wednesday at Little Plaza!
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Snapshots: Gallery Short Talks
Join us on Thursdays at The Palace of Holyroodhouse for a short talk on one of the fascinating photographs in our exhibition Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography!
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Boards, Bags & Banter: Edinburgh’s Cornhole Social
Join us at The Biscuit Factory on Mondays for a fun-filled night of tossing bags and making new friends, perfect for all skill levels!
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Spring Foraging with Wild Food UK in the Pentland Hills
Unlock the secrets of nature and embark on a journey of exploration with Wild Food UK's immersive foraging courses this Spring!
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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
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Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening
A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening is taking place at The Open Door Community Centre, Edinburgh on various dates throughout the year.
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Granton Giants: Adult Dodgeball
Looking for a fun and energetic way to stay active? Then come along and join the Granton Giants for these adult dodgeball training sessions every Tuesday!
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Chocolate Love Match - Fort Kinnaird
Ready to meet your Chocolate Love Match? Book now to secure one of the limited number of spaces available for our guided chocolate tasting experiences at Hotel Chocolat, Fort Kinnaird!
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Disco Days Edinburgh
Scotland's beloved over 30s afternoon clubbing event Disco Days is back at Club Tropicana Edinburgh in 2025!
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Hotel Chocolat Edinburgh Fort Kinnaird’s Love Match Event
Book now to secure one of the limited spaces available for Hotel Chocolat Edinburgh Fort Kinnaird's exclusive, guided chocolate tasting experiences!
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Book now to secure one of the limited spaces available for Hotel Chocolat Edinburgh Frederick Street's exclusive, guided chocolate tasting experiences!
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Dog Training in Edinburgh
Dogs Trust Dog School Edinburgh offer training classes for dogs at all stages of their lives, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment.
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Conservation Hangar Talks
See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst
Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.
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Edinburgh Magic
Kevin Quantum invites you to an intimate and quite astonishing evening of magic, mystery and wonder in one of Edinburgh’s most historic and enchanting hotels; The Caledonian!
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Camila Ospina Gaitán: Unconquered Natures - Tropicalism
Camilla Ospina Gaitán’s new commission, at Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop, examines the logic of colonialism through the lens of orchid collection - an 18th and 19th-century practice.
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar™
Step into the enchanting world of Eric Carle's beloved story, The Very Hungry Caterpillar™, brought to life across the grounds of Edinburgh Zoo!
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Day Fever Edinburgh
Day Fever is bringing the party back to Edinburgh! They guarantee it'll be an afternoon of no holds barred party times for over the 30's!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: A Blackbird Sings
This long garden in a corner site of Glassel Park Estate is planted mostly by plant type with water features and an unheated conservatory contains cacti and insectivorous plants.
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Starpic Youth Project Edinburgh
The Starpic Youth Project Edinburgh offers a variety of youth programmes delivered throughout the week and suitable for all ages.
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Confluence by Graeme Swanson
Graeme Swanson is an abstract visual artist and an art tutor based in Edinburgh and his exhibition 'Confluence' is showing at Wasps Patriothall.
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A Colourful Palette
The Snug at Hotel du Vin Edinburgh will be showcasing Gillian Henshaw’s delightfully colourful and joyful paintings until 31st August. All paintings are available to purchase.
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Work on Paper - Andrew Mackenzie
Leith School of Art is delighted to showcase work by Andrew Mackenzie in the exhibition 'Work on Paper', showing until 20th June.
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Friday Friends
Our Friday Friends programme offers a welcoming space for visually impaired and D/deaf children and their families.
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Moulin Rouge! The Musical!
Pop the champagne and prepare for the spectacular spectacular as Moulin Rouge! The Musical begins its World Tour at Edinburgh Playhouse from April 2025!
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Mysteries: A Close-Up Magic Experience
Step into the magical world of Wonder & Co. - Scotland's only magic shop - and experience an intimate evening of extraordinary close-up magic!
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Crafternoons
Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Then come along to these FREE arts and crafts sessions every Saturday at the Scottish Parliament!
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Forest Bathing Walk - Vogrie Country Park
Join Rosie from Wild Rose Forest Therapy on a soothing mindful guided walk in Vogrie Country Park! It's a great opportunity to get away from the hectic buzz of daily life.
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The World of King James VI and I
Marking the 400-year anniversary of King James’s death, this exhibition will chart his remarkable reign through stories of friendship, family, feuds and ambition.
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Arthur’s Amble
Come along for a gentle guided walk around Hunter’s Bog and St. Margaret’s Loch and learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Some Kind of Tours: 5 million years of Edinburgh history in 90 minutes
Unearth the twisted tales of Greyfriars Kirkyard and uncover Scotland's sinister past on this unique, 90 minute walking tour of Edinburgh’s atmospheric Old Town.
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5 week April Salsa Beginners Course
Ready to take your first steps into the exciting world of Salsa Then join OnOne Salsa's for the last Salsa Beginners Course before Summer!
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Edinburgh Street Historians LGBTQ Free Walking Tour
This walking tour of Edinburgh focuses on LGBTQ history from the battle of legalisation to the modern issues faced by the community in the current day!
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Kids Japanese After School Club Ages 7-12: Language, Crafts & Culture
Led by Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior, this Kids Japanese After School Club transforms screen-based self-study into real-world interactive learning with crafts, games, and cultural fun.
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Nurture Through Nature with Children’s Books
Delve into the Museum of Childhood’s book collection and explore the links between wellbeing and nature introduced to us through books from an early age.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 101 Greenbank Crescent
101 Greenbank Crescent hides a fascinating garden on a steeply sloped site, with views over Braidburn Valley Park to the Pentland hills.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Newliston
Take a walk round Newliston, a well preserved 18th-century parkland/designed landscape rather than a garden as such, full of mature rhododendrons and azaleas, fine vistas and allees of trees!
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Summer Course Drop - Edinburgh Open Workshop
Unlock your potential as Edinburgh Open Workshop announces a range of new summer courses suitable for first-time makers and those looking to improve their skills.
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A Dram of History
Venture beneath the Royal Mile and raise a glass to Scotland’s most iconic drink with this exclusive experience at The Real Mary King’s Close.
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Galactic Carnival Edinburgh
Get ready, Edinburgh! A brand-new, out-of-this-world experience is arriving this spring as Galactic Carnival Edinburgh makes its debut at West Side Plaza, Wester Hailes, from 2nd May to 25th May!
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Katharine Le Hardy :: Beneath the Trees
Katharine Le Hardy returns to &Gallery in May with an exciting new body of work for her solo presentation!
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High Speed Seafari Adventure
Experience the thrill of the Firth of Forth on Maid of the Forth's 1-hour RIB trips! Perfect for adventure-seekers and nature lovers alike.
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Singing in the Summer with the Colinton & Merchiston Community Choir
Join Colinton & Merchiston Community Choir on Mondays at St Cuthbert’s Episcopal Church for a series of fun, enjoyable evenings singing a wide variety of classical, popular, jazz and folk songs.
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The Neighbourgood Market
The Neighbourgood Market is an open air food and drink market in Stockbridge, Edinburgh, taking place between 7th May and 27th July.
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Klub Kabaret: Moulin Rouge
Expect a story told through movement, music, and laughter; one that celebrates love, allure, and the unapologetic spirit of the Parisian night at Brewhemia's Klub Kabaret, Moulin Rouge!
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Your Art World
Your Art World is a colourful exhibition, showcasing the artwork of creative 3–18-year-olds from across Scotland, at the National Galleries of Scotland: National.
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Falastin Film Festival: Exhibition: Nakba 77 - Palestine’s Depopulated Villages
A photographic documentation of the 500+ Palestinian villages across Mandatory Palestine that were depopulated during the Nakba in 1948 and subsequently destroyed by the Zionist settler state.
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Good Egg Comedy presents: Cracking New Jokes Show
Watch professional comedians try new material for less than the price of an Edinburgh drink every Thursday at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar!
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Escape Velocity: Art Exhibition at Sett Studios
Artists Felicity Inkpen and Rory MacLeod present a cosmic art exhibition of music, mathematics and madness, through the lens of astrophysics and neuroscience at Sett Studios.
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THE SMALL PRINT Exhibition
THE SMALL PRINT is a new exhibition by artist Kerry Simms featuring a series of work developed during her two-month residency in the Out of the Blueprint studio in Spring 2025.
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Gaz Oakley’s Tales of the Homestead - CANCELLED
In this one-of-a-kind show, Gaz Oakley will take you on a personal tour of his garden offering a behind-the-scenes look at life on the homestead and the journey he went on to get there.
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Gretna 110 Exhibition
Curated by the Royal Scots Regimental Museum, the exhibition is designed to raise awareness of the 110th anniversary of the Quintinshill Rail Disaster where 216 members of the 7th Battalion died.
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Kids Brunch Club: Mad Hatter’s Tea Party
Tumble down the rabbit hole and join us at Brewhemia for a topsy-turvy morning of curious characters, marvellous mischief and brilliant brunching at our Kids Brunch Club – Mad Hatter's Tea Party!
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Levison Wood: Walking The World
Join Levison Wood, the world-renowned explorer, best-selling author and TV presenter, for on his fifth UK theatre tour, Walking the World: A Life of Exploration and Adventure.
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Pint of Science Edinburgh
The Pint of Science festival in Edinburgh brings some of the most brilliant scientists to your local pub to discuss their latest research!
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Tales of the City: Part of Edinburgh 900
Join Penpal Productions at the Scottish Storytelling Centre for this series of short pieces exploring what the city means to these diverse voices.
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The Rheingans Sisters
The Rheingans Sisters, Rowan and Anna, return to the Traverse Theatre on Monday 19th May!
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Blinded By The Light
Writer Sylvia Dow brings her piece Blinded by the Light, a story of survival, of beliefs tested, of spirit and endurance, to the Traverse Theatre on Tuesday 20th and Wednesday 21st May!
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Guenther Steiner LIVE: Unfiltered
Buckle up and fasten your seatbelts for a hugely entertaining all-areas-access conversation spanning a decade inside Formula 1, with former Haas F1 team principal Guenther Steiner!
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Mhairi Black - Politics Isn’t for Me
Following a sell-out run at Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Mhairi Black will bring her hit show, Politics Isn't for Me, to The Lyceum on Tuesday 20th May!
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Rich(ard) Dawson
The avant-garde Northumbrian folk storyteller Rich(ard) Dawson come to The Pleasance Edinburgh on 20th May in support of his new album End of the Middle!
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Sex Mask + Bandit
Sex Mask and Bandit are on a co-headline UK tour and play Sneaky Pete's on Tuesday 20th May!
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The Music of Hans Zimmer & others
Experience the unique and best film scores from the likes of Dune, James Bond, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Lion King, Gladiator and many more at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh!
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The Societal Future of AI: Healthcare, Robotics, and Innovation
This event aims to help you understand how AI impacts our daily lives so you can critically engage as uses of AI evolve.
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Alana Jackson: Work In Progress
Alana Jackson, winner of So You Think You’re Funny? 2024, brings her work-in-progress show to Monkey Barrel in Edinburgh on 21st May!
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Ballet Black: Shadows
Now in its 23rd year, Cassa Pancho's Ballet Black makes its return to the Festival Theatre with an exciting new double bill on Wednesday 21st May!
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Karl Porter - CANCELLED
Viral sensation Karl Porter comes to Scotland in September, don't miss him live at The Stand Edinburgh on 21st May!
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Paint Monet’s Bridge Over Giverny, Edinburgh
Join PopUp Painting on 21st May for a sip and paint experience at Cote Edinburgh, inspired by Claude Monet’s painting of the Japanese bridge in his garden at Giverny!
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Shrek The Musical
The Livingston Players present Shrek The Musical at the Howden Park Centre in May, it's irreverently fun for the whole family!
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Sirens Of Lesbos
Don't miss Swiss outfit Sirens Of Lesbos when they play Sneaky Pete's in Edinburgh on Wednesday 21st May!
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Tartan Tea Party for Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland
Pop on the kettle, gather your favourite crew and host your very own Tartan Tea Party to raise vital funds for Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland!
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Wee One Wednesdays
IKEA Edinburgh is inviting all parents, carers and wee ones to our customer restaurant for our weekly Wednesday morning meetups.
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Charcuterie & Cheese (& Wine!)
Come along to the Cheese Lounge at I.J.Mellis on Thursday the 22nd of May for a special charcuterie and cheese tasting event, featuring the team at local East Coast Cured!
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Clayful Making I
Slow down, get grounded, and connect with your creativity through the meditative process of hand-building with clay on 22nd May at Art and Vintage!
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Last Chance to Join - Edinburgh Open Workshop
We've got just a few spots left in our upcoming May/June workshops at Edinburgh Open Workshop - don't miss your chance to create, build, and learn!
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Lord Arthur Savile’s Crime
Comical scenarios, explosions and plot twists abound in a play filled with wonderful Wilde characters when Threepenny Theatricals bring Lord Arthur Savile's Crime to Church Hill Theatre!
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Mama’s Broke
Catch Mama’s Broke, a powerful folk duo that deliver a compelling performance with heart and raw energy, when they play the Traverse Theatre on Thursday 22nd May!
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Picturesque Edinburgh Tour
Why trust your holiday photos to a selfie camera? With this walking tour by Dan of the Edinburgh Street Historians, you can have professionally taken photographs to celebrate your time in the city!
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The Grape Unknown
Join us at Mara on Thursday 22nd May for a one-of-a-kind tasting night exploring the world’s most captivating under-the-radar wines!
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We Are Scientists
American rockers We Are Scientists have announced their return to the UK with a 2025 tour including a night at La Belle Angele on Thursday 22nd May!
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Campfire Country Music Festival
Get ready for a boot-stompin' good time at this year's Campfire Country Music Festival on Friday 23rd May at the Royal Highland Centre!
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Candlelight Double Bill - Einaudi's Piano and Four Seasons
Bag yourself an amazing value package of candlelight concerts, with 2 shows for the price of 1 - 'Einaudi's Piano' and 'Four Seasons' at St Vincent's Chapel, Edinburgh on 23rd May!
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Candlelight Double Bill - Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Moonlight Sonatas
Come along to St Vincent's Chapel on 23rd May for a Candlelight Double Bill (2 shows for the price of 1) 'Vivaldi's Four Seasons' and 'Moonlight Sonatas'!
READ MORECandlelight Double Bill - Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Rach 2 - CANCELLED
Come along to St Vincent's Chapel on 23rd May for a Candlelight Double Bill (2 shows for the price of 1) 'Vivaldi's Four Seasons' and 'Rachmaninoff 2'!
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Chorister Pre-Audition Afternoon
St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral and St Mary’s Music School invite children currently in P4 and P5 to attend a Chorister Pre-Audition Afternoon.
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Crash Test Dummies
Legendary Canadian band, Crash Test Dummies, return to Edinburgh on Friday 23rd May for a show at La Belle Angele!
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Paint the World a Beautiful Place
'Paint the World a Beautiful Place' is an exhibition by Scottish painter Sue Tait, showing at Dundas Street Gallery from 23rd to 28th May.
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Piano Concertos by Candlelight Series - Rachmaninoff 2 - CANCELLED
Moonlight Concerts invite you to join acclaimed concert-pianist Matthew Shiel as he takes centre-stage in Rachmaninoff's breath-taking and fiendishly difficult second piano concerto!
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Pierre Novellie: Work in Progress
Pierre Novellie is one of the best up-and-coming comedians in the UK and he brings his WIP show to Monkey Barrel on Friday 23rd May!
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Rosalie Cunningham
Rosalie Cunningham is on a UK tour in 2025 including a date at The Hive Nightclub on the 23rd May!
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Rose Room in Queensferry
Voted ‘Best Band’ twice at the Scottish Jazz Awards, Rose Room are Scotland’s leading ensemble influenced by the Gypsy Jazz genre. Don't miss them at Rosebery Hall on Friday 23rd May!
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Scottish Folk Music Cruise with Pure Malt
Step aboard Maid of the Forth for a magical evening on a Scottish Folk Cruise with live music from the fantastic Pure Malt!
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Singaporean Supper Night
New for 2025! Ruzita returns after the sell-out Malaysian Supper Night to bring you authentic Singaporean cuisine!
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Staatseinde, Soft Riot, Forever Alient
Possession Records in collaboration with TH3 ST3P present Staatseinde, Soft Riot and Forever Alient at Home Bar on Friday 23rd May!
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The Ascent of Man
This exhibition at The House of Smalls, showcases the artwork of 75 female artists, made in response to their feelings at the ever-increasing oppression, repression and suppression of women.
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ABBA Duo Tribute Night
Join us at Murrayfield Hotel on Saturday 24th May for a show-stopping tribute night that will have you singing and dancing all night long!
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Ant Middleton - Military Mindset
Don't miss an evening with Ant Middleton, one of the most inspiring figures of our time, at the Usher Hall on Saturday 24th May!
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Beatmasters Music Festival
Get ready to turn back the clock for the most epic day and night of pure nostalgia at the Beatmasters Music Festival on 24th May at Royal Highland Centre!
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Black Cat Bone - Plus Special Guests
Edinburgh rockers Black Cat Bone are ready to unleash some blues-infused rock n' roll magic when they play The Mash House on Saturday 24th May!
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Come and Try Orienteering at Dalkeith Country Park
Edinburgh Southern Orienteering Club is holding a family-friendly, Come and Try Orienteering, afternoon on Saturday 24th May at Dalkeith Country Park.
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Disco For Grown Ups
Disco For Grown Ups, a 70s, 80s and 90s disco party, heads to the Edinburgh Corn Exchange on Saturday 24th May!
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Doug Cocker in Conversation
Join sculptor Doug Cocker at Dovecot on the opening day of his exhibition as he discusses this dynamic new body of work and the themes in his practice, past and present!
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Doug Cocker: Threads
Doug Cocker, one of Scotland’s leading sculptors, unveils a dynamic new body of work at Dovecot Studios in collaboration with The Scottish Gallery.
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Edinburgh Marathon Festival
The Edinburgh Marathon Festival returns on the weekend of 24th and 25th May 2025.
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Floral Image
In celebration of their debut album 'Gone Down Meadowland' Floral Image are on a UK Tour in 2025 with a date at The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 24th May!
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Ghosts - Tales of Terror at Lauriston Castle
Come along and see the sights of Lauriston Castle as never seen before – hear the history of the castle and ghostly tales of the city!
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McFleetwood
Don't miss McFleetwood, one of Scotland's brightest tributes, when they perform live at Reconnect Regal Theatre on 24th May!
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Michelle Shaughnessy: Too Late, Baby - CANCELLED
Fresh from rave reviews and sell out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe, Canadian stand up star Michelle Shaughnessy is kicking off her debut UK tour with a date at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 24th May!
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New Town Ghost Walk
Join North Edinburgh Nightmares on a journey across Edinburgh's haunted New Town on Saturday 24th May!
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Paper Flower Making@ Sunflowers
Join Dovecot Studios on Saturday 24th May for a morning crafting paper sunflowers from Italian crepe paper with paper florist, Jen O’Flaherty!
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Rob Deering: Time Machine
Erstwhile Fringe favourite and sometime local resident Rob Deering returns to Edinburgh on 24th May with his new show Time Machine!
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Rug Tufting Experience Day
Aimed at beginners, this intimate workshop at Dovecot Studios is an introduction to the art of electric gun tufting.
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Swiftogeddon
Swiftogeddon, a night dedicated to worshipping at the altar of Taylor Swift, is returning to La Belle Angele featuring deep cuts, extended mixes, fan favourites and all the hits!
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The Arienas Collective Exhibition 2025: For Love or Money
Come along to The Arienas Collective Exhibition 'For Love or Money?' featuring the work of 8 Edinburgh artists, along with creative events!
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The Big Indie Tribute Festival
The biggest indie tribute night is set to take the roof off of Edinburgh, so brace yourself for 4 hours of tribute bangers at The Liquid Room on Saturday 24th May!
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2-Tone legends The Selecter have announced a tour of the UK with a date at La Belle Angele on Saturday 24th May!
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The Sensational Alex Harvey Experience
The Sensational Alex Harvey Experience are the UK's Number 1 tribute to The Sensational Alex Harvey Band! Catch them live at Dreadnought Rock on Saturday 24th May!
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The Simon & Garfunkel Story
After a sold out Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, 'The Simon & Garfunkel Story' comes to the Corn Exchange Haddington in May!
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Vintage Chorus @ Music on the Mezzanine
Come along to Music on the Mezzanine on 24th May and listen to The Vintage Chorus, an informal Community Choir bringing together older people!
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Woof! The Dog Show
Morningside Gallery is hosting a new exhibition of work from some of Scotland’s most notable contemporary artists, celebrating the joy, loyalty and character of dogs.
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Alpine Wine Tasting
Slonk is celebrating all things Alpine this May at Port of Leith Distillery. Come and discover what makes high-altitude wines so distinctive!
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Café Mambo: Bank Holiday Takeover
Café Mambo takes over The Three Sisters for an unforgettable day of music, drinks, and sun-soaked vibes on Sunday 25th May!
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EMF 2025 - Margherita Pizza Giveaway
On Sunday 25th May, Edinburgh Street Food will be given a free Margherita pizza to all half & full Edinburgh Marathon runners!
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Harry Stachini: Grenade
Harry Stachini serves up an hour of relatable, honest, and hilarious stand-up at Monkey Barrel Comedy, shining a light on the Grenades we all carry!
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Lauren Pattison: Big Girl Pants - CANCELLED
Two-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Lauren Pattison is back with a brand-new show. Catch her live at Monkey Barrel on Sunday 25th May with Big Girl Pants!
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Post Marathon Terrace Party
Runners, cheer squads, and beer lovers. Join us on the rooftop at BrewDog DogHouse for a no-frills, full-throttle post Marathon afterparty on 25th May!
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RSPB Birdwatching cruise
Join Maid of the Forth for a 3-hour cruise, led by our team of expert RSPB staff, for a birdwatching adventure like no other!
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Self Empowerment Retreat
Join The Mindful Enterprise for this bespoke retreat with a difference being held at the beautiful Dalkeith Country Park on 25th May!
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Tablao Flamenco by Tu Flamenco
Tu Flamenco proudly returns with its acclaimed traditional flamenco show, Tablao, at The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 25th May!
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The Big Comedy Roadshow with Jayde Adams
Presented by Scotland’s original home of live comedy Gilded Balloon, this is the ultimate night out for comedy fans!
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The Ultimate Classic Rock Show
Dust off your air guitars for The Ultimate Classic Rock Show, an evening of the very best Classic Rock anthems from legends past and present at the Festival Theatre!
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We Love It: Family-Friendly Tribute Festival
Join us at the Royal Highland Centre on Sunday 25th May for an unforgettable day of music, food and family fun at: We Love It: Family-Friendly Music Festival!
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Andrew Cushin
Singer-songwriter Andrew Cushin has announced a gig at Cabaret Voltaire on Monday 26th May as part of his 'Love Is For Everyone' Tour!
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Beginner’s Sewing - 2 week evening course
Spend two evenings with The Edinburgh Sewcial Club on 26th May & 2nd June and learn how to use a sewing machine and make a cushion cover with your new sewing skills!
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creative soundLAB: Clanimation Animation Collaboration
opera agency is delighted to announce we are collaborating with 'Clanimation' for our creative soundLAB May 2025 event.
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Post Marathon Boozy Brunch
Whether you smashed a PB or just survived Edinburgh’s cobbled chaos, come wind down in style with a proper boozy brunch to toast your triumph at BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh on 26th May!
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Diona Doherty: GET YOUR PINK BACK!
Catch this new stand up show from Diona Doherty, filled with hilariously relatable anecdotes and whole lot of brutal honesty, at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 27th May!
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Elkie Brooks – Farewell Tour
Elkie Brooks celebrates her illustrious award winning career in music with the Long Farewell Tour which will see her perform at the The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Tuesday 27th May!
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Marie-Antoinette, the woman beyond the myth
Myths about Marie Antoinette abound. In this talk at the Institut français d'Ecosse, Catriona Seth will strip away some of the accumulated legends about to reveal a complex and engaging personality.
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An Evening with Kate Foster
Waterstones Edinburgh West End is thrilled to welcome bestselling author Kate Foster on 28th May, to celebrate the publication of her masterfully gripping new novel, The Mourning Necklace!
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Beginner Celtic Knots
Discover the beauty of Celtic knotwork in this hands-on beginner workshop run by Panda Scribes in Linlithgow on 28th May!
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Latin Connections Film Festival: The Moving Picture Man
Screening at Cameo Picturehouse, El cine soy yo is one of the most representative films of Venezuelan cinema and a celebration of the power of cinema in the most unimaginable circumstances.
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Morgan Jay
Musician and comedian Morgan Jay brings his unique brand of performance art and comedy to the Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Wednesday 28th and Thursday 29th May!
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Sketching Nature and Architecture at Lauriston Castle
Edinburgh’s favourite sketcher makes a welcome return to Lauriston Castle with some sketching workshops!
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The Watsons
On Jane Austen’s 250th anniversary, Edinburgh People's Theatre is proud to bring The Watsons to the Church Hill Theatre!
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Whisky Meets Dumpling: A Magical Pairing Evening
Step into a magical evening of artisan dumplings & curated whisky pairings at Edinburgh’s iconic Elephant House Magic Café!
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Ascension Day
Come and experience a service full of ancient chant and drifting incense, rich in drama, symbolism, and mystery at St Michael and All Saints on Thursday 29th May!
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Ellen Beth Abdi
Catch Ellen Beth Abdi, a fearless and boundary-pushing artist, seamlessly blending analogue and digital sounds, at The Voodoo Rooms on Thursday 29 May!
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Farndale Avenue Comedy
Join The St Serf's Players at Inverleith St Serfs Church Centre for this comedy production taking place from 29th to 31st May!
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From Toulouse to Saint-Tropez
Join Richard Thomson at the Institut français d'Ecosse on 29th May for his lecture on Toulouse to Saint-Tropez: the region’s painters and visiting painters, 1885-1905.
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Gary Barlow
Gary Barlow has announce a brand new solo tour for 2025, he'll bring The Songbook Tour, a huge celebration of his illustrious four-decade-spanning career, to Edinburgh's Usher Hall in May!
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Heavenly Sound: Music in Early Modern Paintings
Join art historian Lesley Fraser to explore the representation of music in early modern paintings on Thursday, 29th May at St Cecilia's Hall!
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Latin Connections Film Festival: Daughter of the Volcano
This screening of 'Daughter of the Volcano' is presented in collaboration between CinemaAttic and the Ixchel project as part of the Latin Connections Film Festival on 29th May.
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Scottish Opera - The Merry Widow
Scottish Opera Director John Savournin brings his joyful touch to Lehár's waltz-filled charmer The Merry Widow at the Festival Theatre!
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Women In Rock
Women In Rock are guaranteed to get you on your feet, so grab your tickets for the show at the Corn Exchange Haddington and get ready to sing, dance, and ROCK!
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A Night for MAP
Scotland’s finest musicians will take to the stage at The Queen's Hall on 30th May, in a show of solidarity with the people of Palestine.
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A Rocky Horror Night
Just when you thought it was safe to throw out your fishnets… we’re back at Frankenstein Pub on 30th May to party the night away!
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Four Seasons & The Lark Ascending by Candlelight
Experience the ultimate fusion of classical masterpieces with London Concertante's captivating concert at St Giles' Cathedral, featuring Vivaldi's Four Seasons and Vaughan-Williams' Lark Ascending.
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Guid Crack: Tales of Wonder, Mystery and Imagination
Join guest storyteller Kate Walker for another session of Edinburgh’s monthly storytelling club held upstairs in the Waverley Bar on Friday 30th May!
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Helter Skelter - Exhibition
Helter Skelter, the first solo exhibition by Leith-based artist, Pauly Pocket, is showing at Sett Studios from 30th May to 1st June.
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Hooked: 500 Years of Addiction
From heroin to gambling, from alcohol to love, explore the history of addiction at Hooked, an exhibition at the Physicians' Gallery.
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Klub Kabaret: Pop Icons Live!
Step into the spotlight and get ready to strike a pose as the ultimate divas of pop take centre stage like never before at Brewhemia on 30th May!
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Lunar Vacation
Lunar Vacation are on a UK tour in 2025 and stop off at The Mash House, Edinburgh on Friday 30th May!
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Mac Talla Whisky Tasting and Cheese Pairings
Come along to The Scottish Gantry in Edinburgh on Friday 30th May, as we welcoming Thomas from Mac Talla to our store for a sensational tasting evening with cheese pairings.
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Mixed Signals
Mixed Signals will be playing their first-ever Edinburgh show at Cabaret Voltaire on Friday, 30th May!
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Moulin Rouge Cabaret
Join us at The Scotsman Hotel's Grand Cafe on 30th May for an unforgettable Moulin Rouge Themed Night!
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Rock Femmes Fatales - A Tribute to Female-Fronted Rock Music
Rock Femmes Fatales celebrates the brilliance of female-fronted rock artists through the ages and play The Voodoo Rooms on Friday 30th May!
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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto
Young American violinist Randall Goosby, the RSNO's Artist in Residence, will perform Mendelssohn's magical Violin Concerto at the Usher Hall on Friday 30th May!
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Scottish Opera - Trial by Jury
With a comic cast performing contrasting roles in both pieces, Trial by Jury / A Matter of Misconduct! promises an unmissable night of classic G&S comedy and new writing!
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The Port Road Railway: A Talk by Alan McLellan
Join Alan McLellan to walk the old Port Road railway line from Dumfries to Stranraer, with vintage film clips and photos illustrating his journey into the past at the Scottish Storytelling Centre.
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Women In Rock
Women In Rock are guaranteed to get you on your feet, so grab your tickets for the show at Reconnect Regal Theatre and get ready to sing, dance, and ROCK!
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A PhD Research Project: Non-linear interactive picturebook reading workshop
Huiling Chen, a PhD researcher at Edinburgh College of Art, is seeking participants for a research study on Nonlinear Interactive Picturebooks.
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An Evening Of Wonder: A Close-Up Magic Show
Join magician Cameron Gibson at Wonder & Co for 'An Evening Of Wonder', with magic as it’s meant to be seen: up-close, personal, and impossible to forget!
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Anne Estelle Rice: An American Colourist?
Join art historian and journalist Susan Moore at Dovecot on 31st May for an enlightening talk on the artist Anne Estelle Rice!
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Architecture Reassembled: Ros Lawless & Charles Young
This exhibition at Upright Gallery brings together Ros Lawless & Charles Young, two artists whose interest lies in the built environment - both real and imagined.
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Artie’s Singing Kettle: Scotland
Don't miss out on this unforgettable celebration of Scottish music and tradition when Artie's Singing Kettle comes to the Corn Exchange Haddington on 31st May!
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Balkanarama’s 18th Birthday Bash
Join us at La Belle Angele on 31st May for the birthday edition of infamous Hot Balkan Instrumental Orgy! The UK's oldest night of balkan/gypsy/klezmer music turns 18.
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Boyband Brunch
Robbie’s in town – and so is the ultimate pre-party! Swing by Brewhemia for a brunch bash that’s bigger than Backstreet, cheekier than Take That and twice as glittery!
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Craigies Farmfest
Join us at Craigies Farmfest on Saturday 31st May, where farming meets full-throttle fun. It's a day out the whole family will love!
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Edinburgh Uncorked Summer Wine Fair
Join us for Scotland’s Most Exciting Wine Fair with one of the UK’s much loved and respected wine personalities Richard Bampfield MW on 31st May at the Assembly Rooms!
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EIUFF: Fantastical Realities
Chemistry and electricity shape our perception of reality. Nothing else. What if we dance it all away? Several short films will be screened as part of this programme.
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This workshop with the founders of the Scottish Youth Film Foundation will be an extensive 101 masterclass into all of the stages of producing a film.
READ MOREEIUFF: Opening Ceremony and Out of Competition Films
Join the Edinburgh International University Film Festival at the Scottish Storytelling Centre as the film festival kicks off with it's opening ceremony on 31st May!
READ MOREEIUFF: States of Mind
Blending documentary, dreamscape, and poetic collage, these films drift between waking worlds and subconscious depths, where trauma lingers, resilience stirs, and identity takes uncertain shape.
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Everyone Says Hi
With members from Kaiser Chiefs, The Kooks, The Dead 60s and Howling Bells this is a super group not to be missed live! Catch Everyone Says Hi at Cabaret Voltaire on Saturday 31st May!
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Flower and Still Life Watercolour Workshop
Join artist Tessa Asquith-Lamb on 31st May at Dovecot Studios as she takes you through the process of creating a small scale, still life watercolour!
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Forth 50 - Live! - CANCELLED
Forth 1 is celebrating it's first 50 years with an incredible live gig at The Royal Highland Centre on Saturday 31st May!
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Forth Bridges Creative Trail
Experience the vibrant creativity of artists and makers from in and around the Forth Bridges with the Forth Bridges Creative Trail on 31st May and 1st June.
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Free Fun Morning at Loretto
Come and experience the magic of The Wild Outdoors camps in a special free event designed for primary-aged kids on Saturday 31st May at Loretto School!
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Frigg, Marvara, Me Lost Me
This event at the Usher Hall is part of a new captivating series of folk and traditional music, curated by award-winning, multi-instrumentalist Malin Lewis.
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Hellbent Forever - The Definitive Judas Priest Tribute
Hellbent Forever, the definitive Judas Priest tribute, play Dreadnought Rock on Saturday 31st May!
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Into the Void: Brazilian Short Films - Edinburgh
This programme showcases a selection of contemporary Brazilian short films that reflect the country’s rich filmmaking talent and its political (and poetic) resistance.
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Introduction to Calligraphy
Unlock the artistry of the written word with Calligraphy on this workshop run by Panda Scribes on 31st May at Deaf Action, Edinburgh!
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John Bellany: A Life in Self-Portraiture
John Bellany: A Life in Self-Portraiture captures the span of an extraordinary life and career, told through the lens of the artist’s own eyes and the words of the people who knew him best.
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Laleh Sherkat: Photographing Iran, 1984–1993
Craigmillar Now is hosting a Photography Exhibition on Iran, 1984–1993 by Iranian photographer Laleh Sherkat, focusing on the lives of women in Iran following the Islamic Revolution in 1979.
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Miki Berenyi Trio
The Miki Berenyi Trio are on a UK tour in 2025 with a date at Sneaky Pete's on Saturday 31st May!
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Out of the Blue Flea Market
Come along to Out of the Blue Drill Hall and find just what you never knew you needed as you browse 45+ stalls packed with pre-loved items!
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Robbie Williams
The 'Robbie Williams Live 2025' tour will open in Edinburgh at Scottish Gas Murrayfield on Saturday 31st May!
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Rock Choir Live!
Experience a spectacular concert of uplifting, feel-good, pop, rock and chart songs performed by award-winning national phenomenon Rock Choir, the pioneering contemporary choir of the UK.
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SSAFA 140 Cathedral Service
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, would like to welcome all to join a free 140th Anniversary Service at St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral in Edinburgh, starting at 2pm on Saturday 31st May!
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The Mountaintop
It’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jnr’s last night on Earth. This funny, compelling drama imagines the man behind the legend on the eve of his assassination.
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The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition
Star Harmoneez MTS presents: The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition at the Howden Park Centre on 31st May & 1st June!
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WOOF! Children’s Exhibition
Morningside Gallery will exhibit work from some of the city’s youngest artists, showcasing the entries from a dog-themed drawing and painting competition.
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Women Together Afternoon
Get to know other women in a relaxed atmosphere at the Women Together Afternoon in St Andrews Community Hall, Barrhead!
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Monteiths Bar Quiz Night
Join Monteiths Bar for their weekly Tuesday quiz night hosted by the fun and charismatic Chris Wainwright!
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Giffnock Theatre Players - Table Manners
Giffnock Theatre Players are set to serve up dinner with a side of chaos when they bring their production of Alan Ayckbourn's Table Manners to Eastwood Park Theatre in May!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Hag. Knowledge, Power & Alchemy Through Craft
Fife Contemporary are pleased to announce Hag. Knowledge, Power & Alchemy through Craft, an upcoming exhibition challenging perceptions of women and craft at Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries.
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Charity Quiz Night
Pathhead Parish Church is hosting an entertaining family friendly quiz night to fundraiser for Guide Dogs Scotland on Friday 23rd May.
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Pint Of Science St Andrews
The Pint of Science festival in St Andrews brings some of the most brilliant scientists to your local pub to discuss their latest research!
READ MOREEvents in Glasgow
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Teresa Latina: Polish Folk Art Exhibition
Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre is pleased and honoured to present this retrospective exhibition of Teresa Latina's work, curated on behalf of her daughter Caterina and son-in-law William Goodfellow.
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Urban Heat
Urban Heat are a 3-piece American post-punk band from Austin, catch them live at The Flying Duck Glasgow on Wednesday 28th May as part of their UK tour!
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The Selecter
2-Tone legends The Selecter have announced a string of Scottish dates, catch them live when they return to Glasgow's QMU on Thursday 22nd May!
READ MOREEvents in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Summerlee Museum Model Railway Show
The annual Summerlee Model Railway Show is being held on Saturday 31st May and Sunday 1st June, come along and see model railway layouts, model vehicles and more!
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MacFloyd
MacFloyd return to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 31st May with a special show celebrating the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd's classic album, Wish You Were Here!
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Allsorts Youth Group
Allsorts Club is a new Sunday Youth Group for children taking place at Hamilton South Parish Church from Sunday 2nd March.
READ MOREEvents in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
King Creosote
King Creosote brings his 'Any Storm In A Teacup' tour to Beacon Arts Centre on Saturday 24th May!
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Kate Young
Don't miss Kate Young, one Scotland's most innovative composers and musicians, live at Paisley Arts Centre on Sunday 25th May!
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Murder Mystery Evening: Little Rock Shop Horror Murder
Enjoy a fun filled couple of hours on this fully scripted murder mystery event, Little Rock Horror Shop Murder, at Skirlies Cafe in Paisley!
READ MOREEvents in Stirling
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
All of Us Strangers: Screening and Discussion
Come along to Creative Stirling on Thursday 22nd May for a free screening of Andrew Haigh's film All of Us Strangers (2024), followed by a post-screening discussion!
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Stirling Knit ‘n’ Natter in-person crafting meetup
Stirling Knit 'n' Natter meet every other Monday evening in Friars Wynd Hotel. Come along and join us for an evening of crafting while chatting over a cup of tea, coffee or something stronger!
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Scotland’s National Hero
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
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Highlight Talks
On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!
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Largs Market
You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!
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The Great Kelburn Quest - Launch Event
Join the team at Kelburn between the 23rd and 26th May for the launch of The Great Kelburn Quest a self-led adventure trail where you will discover the legends of Kelburn Castle!
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FREE Whisky Month Tasting with Douglas Laing & Co.
Geraldo's in Largs are delighted to continue our Whisky Month celebrations with a visit from independent Scotch Whisky specialists, Douglas Laing & Co.
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FREE Whisky Month Tasting with Rare Find Whiskies
Geraldo's are rounding off Whisky Month with a tasting of Rare Find Whiskies – a selection of unique and, as the name suggests, rare single malts curated by an expert team at Gleann Mor Spirits.
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Tea & Tarot: A Night of Insight and Empowerment
Join Toe Beanz for a Tea & Tarot Night, an intimate and therapeutic gathering designed to deepen self-awareness, encourage personal empowerment, and provide practical tools for self-exploration.
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