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Looking for something to do in Edinburgh? Whether you're a local, new in town or just cruising through we've got loads of great tips and events to offer. Find out what’s on in Edinburgh with our regularly updated events calendar featuring the best upcoming events in Edinburgh and the area.

This guide lists events at a glance, showing what’s on each month. See the highlights of What’s On for Edinburgh, featuring the best of things to do in Edinburgh – Live Music and Gigs, Family Events, Art & Culture, Food & Drink and much more. Edinburgh fundraisers and charity events.

Important This Event Calendar is not maintained on a daily basis and some events may have changed dates or are no longer happening. Please double-check the event websites for the most up-to-date information.

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  • AudaTours Edinburgh Audio Tour: Bridges, Burials & Monumental Mysteries

    North Bridge, Edinburgh North Bridge, Edinburgh EH1, UKNorth Bridge, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

    A black Gothic spire needles the Edinburgh sky, and the Scott Monument casts long shadows over stories that refuse to stay buried. This self guided audio tour leads through the Old Town and beyond, pairing famous sights with overlooked corners like Moubray House and the National Archives of Scotland. Hear the city speak in rebellions, […]

    £3.49

  • Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening – Medically Documented

    The Open Door Community Centre 420 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

    A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening. Through the absorption of the divine power, many people are experiencing the healing of illnesses and pain, that have been declared as “incurable” by the medical profession. The words of Bruno Groening: “There is no incurable, God is the greatest physician,” has […]

    Free

  • Anatomy: Burke to Bioethics

    Physicians' Gallery Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, 11 Queen Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

    Exploring the history of anatomy in Edinburgh, from nepo babies and Burke and Hare to the Anatomy Act In 1828, Burke and Hare murdered sixteen people and sold their bodies to the anatomy school of Dr Robert Knox. So began the notorious tale of Edinburgh’s murky medical underworld that has become synonymous with the history […]

    £3

  • Seedhe Maut Rap Concert

    Hangar 5, Potterrow Potterrow, Bristo Square, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

    Having mastered the art of delivering razor sharp rhymes, Seedhe Maut have pushed forward the boundaries of hip-hop in India. Comprising of Encore ABJ and Calm, the Delhi-based duo are taking the industry by storm and are unanimously regarded as the next big thing to break in the rapid growing subculture landscape. Presenting Hindi Rap […]

    £30

  • RCPE Spring Concert

    Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

    Classical concert and reception in the Great Hall of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh Join us for a classical concert like no other in the majestic Great Hall of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, a hidden gem in the city’s New Town not normally open to the public. Experience the unique […]

    £25

  • Drop-in Workshop – Queer Alchemy Collage

    Physicians' Gallery Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, 11 Queen Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

    Free drop-in workshop at the Physicians’ Gallery. Join us for the first of our LGBTQ+ drop-in art workshops. In this workshop we will be using collage and mixed-media as a form of alchemy. We will take inspiration from Rebis, a central symbolic figure in alchemy, who can be seen on the wall of our new exhibition space. […]

    Free

  • Celebrating Nat King Cole with the Down for the Count Swing Orchestra

    THE QUEEN'S HALL 85-89 Clerk St, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

    Join the Down for the Count Swing Orchestra for a celebration of one of the most iconic figures in swing music history: the incomparable Nat King Cole. Enjoy timeless classics such as "Mona Lisa", "Let’s Face the Music and Dance" and "L-O-V-E" lovingly brought back to life by the instrumentalists and vocalists of this sensational […]

    £21.50 – £44.50

  • SoFIGG Inaugural Symposium

    Ghillie Dhu Auditorium 2 Rutland Place, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

    SoFIGG Inaugural Symposium Join us on 11 September 2026 for the inaugural symposium of the Society of Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy. This first annual SoFIGG symposium will bring together experts and emerging voices from forensic investigative genetic genealogy, forensic science, genomics, bioethics, and genealogy for a full day of discussion on the latest developments in […]

    Free

  • Flora, Fauna & Fabric, Where Art Meets Fashion

    The Dundas Gallery 6 Dundas Street,, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

    In Flora, Fauna & Fabric, Scottish artists/designers Adrienne Kerr and Elizabeth Martin unite their shared love of nature, storytelling, and textile. Adrienne’s mixed-media work range from botanical illustrations to layered flora and fauna artworks which incorporate reclaimed fabric, expressive colour, and characterful detail. Elizabeth’s bespoke tweed coats and garments are timeless, elegant pieces inspired by […]

    Free

  • Swing Into Christmas with the Down for the Count Swing Orchestra

    THE QUEEN'S HALL 85-89 Clerk St, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

    Celebrate the festive season in style with the sensational Down for the Count Swing Orchestra, as they "Swing Into Christmas"! This is a Christmas spectacular like no other – Down for the Count’s 30-piece big band with strings is one of the largest swing bands currently touring the UK. Directed by conductor and compère Mike […]

    £30.50 – £47.50
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