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Bar Diesel, 19 Shore Place Leith, Edinburgh
Date Event
Thursdays
8.00
Charity Thursdays Weekly pub quiz, with the proceeds going to a different charity every time.
Blackford Pond, Cluny Gardens, Edinburgh
Date Event
23 Nov
1.00–3.00
Rocks and Ice of Hermitage and Blackford Hill From volcanic eruptions to great glaciers: find out how massive forces shaped this exciting landscape. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes…
The Bongo Club, Moray House 37 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
21 Jul–28 Jul
8.00–12am
Freak Screen Free film night (from docs and skate movies to horror) followed by funk-fuelled eclectica from Commanderson and General B-Battenburg. Main features…
Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park, Gilmerton Dykes Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
28 Aug
7.45–9.45
The Fabulous Bats of Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park A dusk walk to discover more about the bats at Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park Local Nature Reserve; dispel the myths and learn the facts about these…
28 Sep
10.00–11.30am
Bug Hunt A walk in the old Moredun Wood to discover the creepy crawlies that live there. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes and waterproofs. Under…
Cammo Estate, Cammo Visitor Centre Cammo Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
31 Jul
2.00–3.30
Art in the Park Nature-based art activities for children aged 4-8. Please wear old clothes and bring a bag to take home any creations. Under 16s must be accompanied.
16 Oct
2.00–3.30
Autumn Art Nature-based art activities for children aged 4-8. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear old clothes and bring a bag to take…
19 Oct
2.00–4.00
The Wonders of Cammo Enjoy the autumn colours of the beautiful Cammo woodlands in the company of a countryside ranger while learning about Cammo's history. Please bring…
Castle Esplanade, Edinburgh Castle Royal Mile, Edinburgh
Date Event
1 Aug–23 Aug
Mon–Fri 9.00–10.30; Sat 7.30–9.00 & 10.30–0.10am
The Edinburgh Military Tattoo A unique blend of music, ceremony, entertainment and theatre featuring bands from across the globe, set against the magnificent backdrop of…
Castle Terrace, Edinburgh
Date Event
Saturdays
9.00am–2.00
Edinburgh Farmers' Market More local, quality, ethical produce than you could shake a stick at.
City Art Centre, 2 Market Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
Saturdays, Sundays
Sat 10.00am–4.45; Sun 12.00 & 4.45
Art Cart The Art Cart will be loaded with a variety of art materials and literature to help all ages engage with the City Art Centre's collections.
5 Jul–14 Sep Bond Bound: Ian Fleming and the Art of Cover Design Charting the role of artists and designers in defining the look of the world's most popular spy.
Colinton and Craiglockhart Dell, Spylaw Car Park Under Bridge Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
26 Aug
8.00–10.00
Batting about the Dells An evening stroll with the aim of learning about the creatures of the night, laying to rest some old myths and taking home some fascinating facts.
Cooking Mania, 75a Main Street Davidsons Mains, Edinburgh
Date Event
28 Jul–1 Aug
9.00am–3.00
Spanish Cocina Cookery Courses Spanish cookery workshop for budding chefs aged 10-15.
4 Aug–8 Aug
9.00am–3.00
Little Italy Cookery Courses Italian cookery workshop for budding chefs aged 10-15.
11 Aug–15 Aug
9.00am–3.00
Tex Mex Cookery Courses Mexican cookery workshop for budding chefs aged 10-15.
18 Aug–22 Aug
9.00am–3.00
Feast from the East Cookery Course A cookery workshop on food from China, Thailand and Japan, for budding chefs aged 10-15.
Corn Exchange, 11 New Market Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
1 Nov–2 Nov
11.00am–5.00
Wedding Fair and Fashion Show Tips and advice for the blushing bride, including catwalk shows and featuring the latest bridal gowns. Free glass of bubbly for every bride.
22 Nov–24 Nov The Edinburgh Art Fair The chance to peruse and pick up artwork from over 60 exhibitors from the UK and the rest of Europe.
Corstorphine Hill, Queensferry Road Davidson's Mains, Edinburgh
Date Event
6 Aug
1.30–3.30
Wild in the Woods Join the Countryside Rangers for a walk in the woods, then indulge in some woodland activities using natural materials and resources. Please bring…
22 Feb
1.00–3.00
Corstorphine Hills Rocky Past Discover the geology and early people who shaped this hill and left behind a fascinating legacy. Please meet at the Cairnmuir Road car park. Under…
Counting House, West Nicolson Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
Wednesdays Shoe Swing A swing dance workshop run by Edinbop every Wednesday night. Tutored classes from 7pm and social dancing from 9pm. Swing dancers, lindy-hoppers and…
Craigmillar Castle Park, Bridgend Farm Entrance Off Old Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
21 Aug
8.00–10.00
Bats of Craigmillar Join the Countryside Ranger to discover the haunts of bats at Craigmillar Castle Park. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes, waterproofs and a…
7 Sep
12.00–4.00
Craigmillar Castle Park Fun Day and Superdog Event Enjoy different activities, with something for everyone, even the family dog! Enter your dog in a fun Superdog competition to show off their skills.
30 Nov
10.30am–12.30
Folklore of the Forest Join the rangers on a guided walk to discover the woodlands around Craigmillar Castle before finishing up with a cup of spiced apple juice to toast…
Dance Base, 14-16 Grassmarket, Edinburgh
Date Event
29 Jul–24 Aug
(Times vary)
A Decade of Dance An exhibition that explores the representation of dance through the relationship between photographer and artist, with a focus on X Factor Dance.
29 Jul–2 Aug, 5 Aug–9 Aug, 16 Aug
(Times vary)
Dance Base Classes Inspired by all the talent on display at the Festival? The Dance Base has a series of workshops in street dance, clowning and other skills. Please…
29 Jul–22 Aug
(Times vary)
Dance Base Classes Get in shape for all that Festival madness or just take a break from relentless shows to learn something new. The Dance Base runs a full programme…
10 Aug
12.00–2.00
Dance Base Workshop: Bollywood! A chance to discover all the elements that make up Bollywood dance: Indian classical and folk dance; jazz; hip-hop and contemporary. Ages 16+.
17 Aug
2.30–5.30
Dance Base Workshop: Afro-Groove Dance to the rhythm of your own drum with this workshop in Afro-based dance forms. Ages 16+.
24 Aug
3.00–6.00
The Big Festival Ceilidh Hoots mon! It's a relaxed introduction to traditional Scottish ceilidh dance with music from Freeland Barbour and Kevin MacLeod and expert guidance…
Dynamic Earth, Holyrood Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
Wednesdays–Sundays
(Times vary)
Future Earth A new performance-based show created with the help of Edinburgh International Science Festival's Generation Science programme, which takes audiences…
Wednesdays–Sundays
(Times vary)
Good Vibrations A new performance-based show created with the help of Edinburgh International Science Festival's Generation Science programme, which follows Maestro…
14 Jul–10 Aug
10.00am–6.00
Dino Dig Try your hand at palaeontology digging for dinosaurs in the education centre's excavation pit. What will you uncover?
Easter Craiglockhart Hill, Craiglockhart Tennis Court Colinton Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
2 Sep
7.30–9.00
Bats of Easter Craiglockhart Hill Join a Countryside Ranger to discover these fascinating night time creatures. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes, waterproofs and a torch.
Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, Edinburgh
Date Event
16 Jun–21 Sep
11.00am, 12.00, 1.30 & 2.30
Costumed Performances Hear about history straight from the mouths of those who were there - from kings and queens to peasants and soldiers.
2 Aug–3 Aug
11.00am, 12.00, 2.00 & 3.00
Mary Queen Of Scots Scotland's most famous queen returns to tell her own tale of tragedy, treason, turmoil and martyrdom in this living history presentation.
Four Winds Inspiration Centre, The Pavilion Inverleith Park Arboretum Place, Edinburgh
Date Event
2 Aug
10.30am–5.00
Creams and Ointments David Pirie leads a class in preparing lotions and potions from plants and herbs. Booking essential.
2 Aug
10.30am–3.00
Working with Leather A leathercraft workshop for parent and child led by Simon Potts. Booking essential.
2 Aug
10.30am–5.00
Working with Leather A leathercraft workshop led by Simon Potts. Booking essential.
23 Aug–24 Aug
10.00am–5.00
Outdoor Mosaic Weekend Jan Kilpatrick leads a two-day course in the art of making mosaics that can weather the Scottish climate. Booking essential.
23 Aug–24 Aug
10.00am–5.00
Working with Leather A leathercraft workshop led by Simon Potts. Booking essential.
23 Aug
10.30am–5.00
Herbal First Aid David Pirie leads a walk to collect herbs with medicinal properties then helps you assemble a natural first aid kit. Booking essential.
24 Aug
10.30am–5.00
Paper Making Make paper using recycled materials with Caroline Wagstaff. Booking essential.
30 Aug
10.30am–5.00
Creating Bonsai Learn how to care for beautiful tiny trees with David Platt. Booking essential.
30 Aug
10.30am–5.00
Frame Basket Making Anthea Naylor leads this one-day course in basket making. Booking essential.
30 Aug
10.30am–5.00
Rag Rugging Morag Nisbet shows you how to make rugs from scraps of hessian. Booking essential.
6 Sep
10.30am–5.00
Round and Hanging Basket Weaving Anthea Naylor leads this one-day course in basket making. Booking essential.
6 Sep
10.30am–3.00
Willow Weaving Projects Anthea Naylor leads this one-day course in weaving techniques for parent and child. Booking essential.
6 Sep
10.30am–5.00
Felt Making Irene Blair shows you how to make felt from naturally coloured fleece. Booking essential.
9 Sep
10.30am–5.00
Round and Hanging Basket Weaving Anthea Naylor leads this one-day course in basket making. Booking essential.
13 Sep
10.30am–5.00
Penny Whistle / Flute Musical lessons with Brian O'Donnell. Booking essential.
13 Sep–14 Sep
10.00am–5.00
Making Mosaics Weekend Jan Kilpatrick leads a two-day course in the art of mosaic. Booking essential.
13 Sep
10.30am–5.00
Weaving Projects for Children Using Recycled Materials A class for adults to learn new projects that they can then teach to children lead by Liz Balfour. Booking essential.
14 Sep
10.30am–3.00
Traditional Standing Puppet Making Participate in all the aspects of tabletop puppetry at this parent and child workshop led by Swantje Siebke. Booking essential.
20 Sep
10.30am–3.00
Toy Making Make traditional toys from recycled materials with Alchemy Art in this parent and child class. Booking essential.
20 Sep
10.30am–5.00
Random Willow Weave Anthea Naylor leads this one-day course in weaving techniques. Booking essential.
22 Sep
10.30am–5.00
Autumn Textile Weaving Learn weaving methods with Susan DuFeu. Booking essential.
23 Sep–25 Sep
10.30am–5.00
Wood and Stone Carving A carving workshop led by Andy McFetters. Booking essential.
27 Sep
10.30am–5.00
Herbal Berry Day: Making Syrups and Tinctures David Pirie leads a class in natural medicinal remedies. Booking essential.
27 Sep
10.30am–5.00
Wood and Stone Carving A carving workshop led by Andy McFetters. Booking essential.
27 Sep
10.30am–5.00
Working with Leather A leathercraft workshop led by Simon Potts. Booking essential.
29 Nov
10.30am–3.00
Willow Weaving Projects Anthea Naylor leads this one-day course in weaving techniques for parent and child. Booking essential.
Freemasons Hall, 96 George Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
13 Sep, 18 Oct, 15 Nov, 13 Dec
10.00am–4.30
J & J Antique and Collectors Fair A variety of stalls with clocks, coins, stamps, silver, plate, china, paintings, gold, silver, costumes and jewellery.
Gladstone's Land, 477b Lawnmarket, Edinburgh
Date Event
21 Mar–31 Oct
10.00am–5.00
Used Bookshop A large book sale of used and nearly new books. All very reasonably priced at either 50p or £1. Proceeds will go towards conservation work at the…
Gorgie City Farm, 51 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
2 Aug
11.00am–4.00
Gorgie City Farm Fun Day Come and meet the farm's furry friends, have a bounce on the bouncy castle, get your face painted, take a ride on a pony, make some pretty jewellery…
Hermitage Of Braid Visitor Centre, 69 Braid Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
26 Oct
1.00–3.00
Creepy Hallowe'en at the Haunted Hermitage Join the Hermitage ghosts and witches for an afternoon packed full of craft and fun before meeting real creepy crawlies! Please bring sturdy…
9 Nov
12.00–3.00
Willow Bird Feeders A craft workshop to learn some very basic willow weaving techniques to build a natural birdfeeder that can hold small sacks of seeds and nuts. Ages…
14 Dec
12.00–3.00
Natural Christmas Decoration Workshop Start the festive season with the Countryside Ranger and learn how to use natural material to make a stunning Christmas decoration to take home at…
11 Jan
1.00–3.00
Historical Hermitage Discover the fascinating characters that built, lived in and loved the Hermitage. Under 16s must be accompanied. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm…
25 Jan
12.00–3.00
Big Bird Event at the Hermitage! Do your bit for local birdlife: learn how to build your own bird box to take away home or to put up in your favourite Nature Reserve. Under 16s must…
6 Mar
10.00am–12.00
Musical Hermitage Be creative and design your very own music instrument and join the orchestra to compose a song for all to hear! Under 16s must be accompanied.
Holyrood Park, Edinburgh
Date Event
28 Sep
11.00am–3.00
Holyrood Archaeology Day Experience the life of the folks who lived in Holyrood park during the Iron Age, with lots of activities for all the family.
Holyrood Park Education Centre, 1 Queen's Drive, Edinburgh
Date Event
1 Jul–31 Jul
Sun 11.00am–3.00
Life on the Lion A variety of workshops through July such as a chance to meet birds of prey or hunt for the Holy Grail. Please phone to find out what is on each…
Wednesdays
1.00–3.00
Arthur's Secrets Take a walk up the peak that is also known as the lion's head. Meet at Holyrood Park Information Centre.
13 Aug
6.00–7.30
Evening Walks Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city with a relaxing evening stroll with one of the rangers. Please wear sensible shoes and warm…

Found 144 events at 59 places.
Sorted by event / date & time / place / most viewed. Showing 10, 25, 50, 100 per page.