Whilst the Edinburgh Festival is famous throughout the month of August, Edinburgh is a truly exciting year-round destination providing a fantastic line-up of historic, cultural as well as activity based things to see and do for couples and families alike.
Here is a list of the most popular festivals and events which take place throughout the year.
30 December 202 – 1 January 202 Edinburgh’s Hogmanay features new events and popular favourites guaranteed to bring Edinburgh’s streets alive with non-stop enjoyment. The world famous Street Party itself kicks off at 7.30 on Hogmanay itself with a selection of bands, DJs and street performers. Elsewhere the Hogmanay programme includes firm favourites such as […]
25 November 2022 – 3 January 2023 From the glittering lights of George Street to the Edinburgh Eye, it’s a spectacular seasonal treat. Explore the German market for unusual gift ideas, or take to the ice at Winter Wonderland. Whatever your age, Edinburgh’s Christmas is a magical way to make the most of the season […]
2023 dates TBC The Edinburgh International Festival is an annual feast of classical music, opera, theatre and dance and we look forward to a confirmed programme for 2023. Find out more: www.eif.co.uk
12-28 August 2023 Celebrating over 900 authors, from household names to rising stars, along with illustrators, musicians and other artists come to Edinburgh to take part in this fabulous book event. Find out more: www.edbookfest.co.uk
4 – 28 August 2023 We can look forward to a mind-blowing variety of entertainment and a heady mix of new talent and established names. Find out more: www.edfringe.com
4 – 26 August 2023 The internationally famous eclectic mix of music, dance, bands and pipes and drums from around the world. It will take your breath away! Find out more: www.edintattoo.co.uk
14 July – 23 July 2023 Whether you like your jazz cool and contemporary or are strictly old school, the Jazz and Blues Festival will be a celebration of all things jazz and will bring some of the world’s best performers to Edinburgh. Find out more: www.edinburghjazzfestival.com
dates tbc 2023 Expect the usual high calibre films of all genres from around the world. Find out more:www.edfilmfest.org.uk
22 – 25 June 2023 The spectacular highlight of Scotland’s country calendar, with a Scottish food exhibition, pedigree livestock, flower show, show jumping, craft fair and much, much more. Find out more:www.royalhighlandshow.org
dates TBC 2023 Try your hand at a little surgery, or become a Crime Scene Investigator. Plus the usual bogeys, dinosaurs, blood and guts! The Edinburgh International Science Centre promises to shed light on everything from outer space to the inner workings of the mind. Find out more:www.sciencefestival.co.uk