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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
8 Sep–16 Oct
8.00–1.00am
Freak Screen Free film night (from docs and skate movies to horror) followed by funk-fuelled eclectica from Commanderson and General B-Battenburg.
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, Castlehill Royal Mile, Edinburgh
Date Event
31 Oct–2 Nov
10.00am–5.00
Horrid Hallowe'en at Camera Obscura and World of Illusions As if the attractions at Camera Obscura aren't trippy enough, in addition to the regular exhibits, the tower will be transformed with terrifying…
Cammo Estate, Cammo Visitor Centre Cammo Road, Cammo Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
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 Terrace, Edinburgh
Date Event
Saturdays
9.00am–2.00
Edinburgh Farmers' Market More local, quality, ethical produce than you could shake a stick at.
CC Blooms, 23-24 Greenside Place, Edinburgh
Date Event
8 Oct, 22 Oct
7.30
Icebreakers Social group for people who want to make new friends in LGBT company. This welcoming and non-threatening group, organised by the Lothian Gay and…
Central Library, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh
Date Event
1 Sep–31 Oct 500 Years of Printing: The Popular Press As part of the country-wide celebration of printing this exhibition looks more specifically at the history of the popular press. Enjoy the library's…
City Art Centre, 2 Market Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
11 Oct–4 Jan 2009
Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 12.00–5.00
Quick on the Draw An activity-packed exhibition all about drawing. With a hands-on activity studio, it's perfect for a day out with the kids.
11 Oct–4 Jan 2009
Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 12.00–5.00
Space Age: Exploration, Design and Popular Culture This exhibition looks at how space has impacted art, film, music and popular culture. A display of nearly 300 objects from the Victoria & Albert's…
Cooking Mania, 75a Main Street Davidsons Mains, Edinburgh
Date Event
Saturdays
10.00am–12.00
Hallowe'en Cookery Workshops Hubble bubble. What's that brewing? It's something devilishly delicious, no doubt at these cookery and baking workshops for kids. Ages 7-11.
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
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…
Craigmillar Castle Park, Bridgend Farm Entrance Off Old Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
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…
Cramond Island, Cramond Public Car Park, Edinburgh
Date Event
20 Oct
9.00am–5.00
Cramond Island Photography A photography outing to Cramond Island - you'll even get to keep a disc of the results. Cameras provided. Please bring waterproof clothing, warm…
Dean Gallery, 73 Belford Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
12 Oct
1.30–4.30
Big Draw 2008 Artists Louise Fraser, Juliana Capes and Lindsey Hamilton lead free drawing activities for all ages, inspired by the displays. Suitable for ages 5+.
22 Oct
10.00am–4.00
Mid-term Emin Workshop Juliana Capes leads this workshop which will use the 'Tracey Emin' exhibition as a point from which to develop a personal, mixed-media artwork. Ages…
23 Oct
10.00am–4.00
Mid-term Workshop An artist-led workshop for 8-12 year olds, using the modern collection and displays at the Gallery of Modern Art and the Dean Gallery as inspiration.
Saturdays (from 1 Nov)
1.30–4.30
Saturday Studio Juliana Capes takes this four-week course for 11-15 year olds based on the Tracey Emin exhibition. Create your own personal artwork through the use…
13 Nov
11.30am–12.30
Artists' Books in Focus This autumn the National Galleries are focusing on books produced in Scotland or by Scottish-born artists or authors. Session three features works…
Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
18 Oct–19 Oct
10.00am–4.00
Imagination Workshop Use your imagination (see what they did there?) to create a paper mache model animal. Workshop prices from £2.50.
25 Oct–26 Oct
9.00am–5.00
Pumpkin Weekend Way back in March the zoo gave out pumkin seeds. If yours has flourished, bring it along to get free zoo entry and poassibly win a prize.
31 Oct
7.00–9.00
Boo at the Zoo Those cuddly critters at the zoo might not seem so friendly after you hear some of the myths and legends about them. For brave souls aged 12+.
Edinburgh Festival Theatre, 13/29 Nicolson Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
Fridays–Sundays
(Times vary)
Scottish Youth Theatre Weekly Drama Class Scottish Youth Theatre put their expertise where their mouth is with 10-week courses of drama classes for ages 3-25. Taught by professional tutors…
Forest Café, 3 Bristo Place, Edinburgh
Date Event
13 Oct
8.00
FOUND FOUND, the magazine compiled from notes, pics and other curiosities stumbled across and sent in by readers, crosses the pond for its first European…
Four Winds Inspiration Centre, The Pavilion Inverleith Park Arboretum Place, Edinburgh
Date Event
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
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.
Friends Meeting House, 7 Victoria Terrace, Edinburgh
Date Event
15 Oct, 5 Nov, 19 Nov, 3 Dec
7.30
Edinburgh Stop the War Regular meetings by the anti-war organisation continue featuring talks by guests.
Georgian House, 7 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh
Date Event
6 Oct–26 Oct
10.00am–5.00
Wanted: Budding Georgian Artist Draw a portrait of yourself or one of your family or friends, or design your own dinner service and be the new Wedgwood.
6 Oct–26 Oct
10.00am–5.00
Children's Activities & The Big Draw October break activities for children, with costumes, quill pen writing, collection handling and a chance to participate in the Big Draw.
Saturdays, Sundays (from 15 Nov)
Sat 11.00am–3.00; Sun 12.00–3.00
Living History Weekends - Scripted Tours Costumed actors transport you back 200 years to meet Mr and Mrs Lamont and their household of servants.
Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
18 Oct
10.00am–4.00
Singing for Soloists Workshop Build confidence in solo singing within a supportive setting with voice coach Wendy Carle Taylor.
19 Oct
10.00am–4.00
Autumnsong 1 Workshop Learn seasonal song with voice coach Wendy Carle Taylor.
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…
Gyle Shopping Centre, Broadway South Gyle, Edinburgh
Date Event
13 Nov
10.00am
Employment Scotland Graduate Training and Recruitment Fair An employment fair for those new to work, returning to work or looking for a change.
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, 140 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
1 Nov
10.00am
Maggie's Life Walks 10 mile walk around the city of Edinburgh, raising funds for your local Maggie's Centre. The walk will take in some of the cities most famous…
Imagination Workshop, 136 Marchmont Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
Tuesdays, Wednesdays
Tue 10.30am–12.30; Wed 7.00–9.00
Beading for Beginners: Bead and Wire Necklace Make jewellery pretty enough to fool all your friends into thinking it cost loads.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays
Tue 10.30am–12.30; Wed 7.00–9.00
Beading for Beginners: Charm Bracelets Learn all manner of intricate beading skills.
Tuesdays
4.00–5.00
After School Craft Club Tie-dye, felt-making, decopatching, origami and puppet-making are among the activities on offer at this after school special. Ages 5+.
9 Oct
10.00am–12.30
Adult Class: Silk Painting Learn the basic techniques and make a silk painting and decorate a cushion cover.
Mondays, Fridays
Mon 2.00–3.00; Fri 10.00–11.00am
Toddler Craft Club Get'em started young to mould a fully-fledged artistic adult in the future. Different activities every week. Booking required. Ages 2-5.
20 Oct–24 Oct
10.00–11.00am
October Beadtastic Holiday Week Spend the holiday week making spectacular jewellery from all kinds of beads: felt, paper or fimo. Ages 7+.
28 Oct–29 Oct
5.00
Hallowe'en Spookiness You'll need a mask for Hallowe'en. Make one at this workshop. Ages 5+.
30 Oct
7.00–9.00
Adult Class: Felting Learn how to felt then create some dandy accessories.
5 Nov
10.00am–12.30
Adult Class: Silk Painting Learn the basic techniques and make a silk painting and decorate a cushion cover.
6 Nov
7.00–9.00
Adult Class: Felting Learn how to felt then create some dandy accessories.
Inveresk Lodge Garden, Inveresk near Musselburgh, Edinburgh
Date Event
17 Oct
2.00–3.30
Fungi Fun Play some games and bust some fungi myths.
John Sinclair House, 16 Bernard Terrace RCAHMS, Edinburgh
Date Event
13 Oct
1.00–2.00
RCAHMS Centenary Lunchtime Seminars: Faces and Places In honour of their centenary the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland are opening their lunchtime seminar programme…
Lauriston Castle, 2a Cramond Road South, Edinburgh
Date Event
17 Oct
10.30am
The Dutch Furniture at Lauriston Stephen Jackson, Senior Curator of Applied Art and Design at National Museums Scotland, gives an illustrated lecture on the history of furniture in…
20 Oct
10.00am–12.30; 1.00–3.30
Spooky Haunted Castles! Get ready for Halloween by making your very own spooky haunted castle. Artist Tessa Asquith-Lamb will be on hand to help you make a small model room…
21 Oct
10.30am–1.00
Nature's Autumn Bounty Why do the leaves change colour and fall to the ground in autumn? Find out this and much more on a special environmental walk with Lauriston…
22 Oct
10.30am
Edwardian Dress, National Museums Scotland Kristina Stanovski, Curator of Dress and Textiles at the National Museums, gives an illustrated talk on Edwardian fashion, looking at the Museums…
24 Oct
10.00am–12.00; 1.00–3.00
A Feast for Wrens and Robins! As winter approaches the days get shorter and the leaves change colour. Take a walk in Lauriston's gardens with artist Stephanie Walker and use…
5 Nov
10.30am
Fish Knives were Bourgeois: An Insight into Victorian Etiquette Edwardian-era society was governed by rules, and failure to observe these rules could result in social disgrace. Helen Edwards, Curator at the City…
6 Nov
10.30am
Getting Good Work Done Can contemporary intervention allow historic buildings to retain their character? Architect Ben Tindall discusses how the understanding of a…
9 Nov
10.30am–3.30
Quirky Handmade Felt Bags Make your own felt bags in bright colours with artist Jacqui Pestell. Sew on unusual buttons and decorations for your own personal accessory. Ages…
15 Nov
10.00am–3.30
Oil Painting: Edwardian Elegance A repeat of last year's highly successful class, you will be shown some of Lauriston's fine paintings and have the chance to recreate one yourself…
20 Nov
10.30am
The Laird's Kitchen If someone directed the words 'crappit heid' at most of us, we might be more inclined to insult them back than reach for a knife and fork, but along…
22 Nov
10.30am–3.30
Frosty Landscapes Fed up with the same old Christmas cards? Artist Lynda Frame will help you create your own, using watercolours and sparkling metallic finishes to…
28 Nov
10.30am
The Golden Age of Illustrated Children's Books Discover the history of children's books and their artists in this beautifully illustrated talk by Beverley Casebow, Education and Outreach Officer…
29 Nov
10.30am–3.30
Natural Christmas Decorations Use natural materials to create unique Christmas decorations while enjoying a coffee and a mince pie. With artist Anne Roberts Nicoll. Ages 16+.
30 Nov
10.30am–1.00
Christmas Animals Join Lauriston's ranger on a frosty environmental walk and learn all about the animals that hibernate, store food, migrate and change colour during…
4 Dec
10.30am
Without and Within the Villa Walls Ian Gow, Chief Curator at the National Trust for Scotland, explores the changes in fashion and fortune at Lauriston and its villa neighbours.
5 Dec
10.00am–1.00
She Was Aye Working (with a seasonal twist) Find out about the women behind the wealthy's Christmas festivities in the early 20th century. This hands-on lecture given by Helen Clark, Social…
6 Dec
10.30am–12.30; 1.30–3.30
A Green Christmas Make your own personal Christmas decorations and help the environment at the same time. Artist Stephanie Walker will be on hand to help use all…
7 Dec
10.00am–1.00
Musing the News Travel back to the 24 December 1918 and prepare for Christmas at Lauriston with W R Reid and his wife Margaret, just months before his death. Join…
7 Dec
10.30am–3.30
Edwardian Christmas Decorations How did the Victorians and Edwardians decorate their homes at Christmas in the absence of plastic baubles and artificial Christmas trees? Artist…
11 Dec
10.30am–3.30
Christmas Razzmatazz Come along to this ever popular Christmas collage and craft workshop where you can try your hand at traditional crafts, making Christmas cards…
12 Dec
10.30am
Scottish Christmas Traditions Carol Stobie, Cultural Events Officer at the National Library of Scotland, gives an illustrated talk on the Christmas season in Scotland from Advent…
13 Dec
10.30am–3.30
Fairy Wreaths Create your own magical Christmas wreath using seed pods, physallis and other dried materials. Intertwine fairy lights for a special touch. With…
14 Dec
10.30am–12.30; 1.30–3.30
Yule Logs and Christmas Crackers Come along and make your own snow-covered Yule log as a centrepiece for your Christmas table, complete with fresh greenery and a festive robin, and…
15 Dec
10.30am
Out With the Old, In With the New This year's lecture programme at Lauriston Castle is rounded off with a light-hearted romp through several centuries of stylistic change in the…
17 Dec
10.30am–3.30
Christmas Fibres Use unusual fabrics and buttons to create you own Christmas cards, tags, placemats, rustic decorations and present bags. Enjoy coffee and stollen…
19 Dec
10.30am–3.30
Fresh Christmas Wreaths Make use of holly, ivy, yew and laurel to make a beautiful fresh Christmas wreath in this popular class taken by artist Jacqui Pestell. Includes…
20 Dec
10.00am–12.30; 1.00–3.30
Handmade Felt Decorations Artist Stephanie Walker will help you make your own Christmas decorations or stocking. You will even make your own felt from scratch using brightly…
21 Dec
11.00am–3.00
A Family Christmas A special Christmas day out for families with children aged 6+. Come to Lauriston Castle kitchen and work together on a variety of Christmas…
Leith School of Art, 25 North Junction Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
18 Oct–19 Oct
9.30am–4.30
Embellishing Colour: Textiles This course is a comprehensive, two-day introduction to working in textiles. Contact Therese Christie on 0131 554 5761 or…
LGBT Centre for Health & Wellbeing, 9 Howe Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
11 Oct
11.00am–1.00
LGBT Centre Relaunch: Saturday Active A week of celebratory events surrounding the relaunch of Edinburgh's LGBT Centre for Health and Wellbeing kicks off with a special edition of the…
12 Oct
12.00–6.00
LGBT Centre Relaunch: Film Day Take the weight off and check out some LGBT flicks, including the world premiere of 'Roma and Juliet', made by Edinburgh's very own LGBT theatre…
13 Oct
5.30
LGBT Centre Relaunch: Monday Evening Drop-in A chance to try out the weekly, informal drop-in service to meet new people, get info and catch up on the latest goss.
14 Oct
7.30
LGBT Centre Relaunch: Live and Let Live AA Group Meeting An open meeting for those looking to join the group dedicated to kicking alcohol or tobacco dependencies.
15 Oct
6.00
LGBT Centre Relaunch: Community Groups Open Evening Find out about the centre's various community groups while enjoying the spoils of Edinburgh's LGBT choir, Loud and Proud, and theatre company, The…
15 Oct
8.00
LGBT Centre Relaunch: Bi Scotland Open Meeting An open meeting for all bisexual, bicurious and bifriendly peeps.
16 Oct
12.30–1.30
LGBT Centre Relaunch: Lunchtime Drop-in Add a side order of health and community info to your lunch hour.
16 Oct
7.00
LGBT Centre Relaunch: Food Quiz Night Tastings, food-making challenges and a quiz with an LGBT twist. Whatever could it be?
Mary King's Close Tours, Meet at Mercat Cross (beside St Giles' Cathedral), Edinburgh
Date Event
25 Oct–31 Oct
6.00–9.00
Supernatural History Tours Visit one of Scotland's allegedly most haunted locations, the Real Mary King's Close, this Halloween for a truly terrifying frightfest and learn…
Meadowbank Sports Centre, 139 London Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
2 Nov, 7 Dec
10.00am–4.30
Antique and Collectors Fair With jewellery, pottery, porcelain, coins, pictures, books, carte-de-visites, linen, prints, ceramics and toys there's something for everyone.
Museum of Edinburgh, Huntly House 142 Canongate, Edinburgh
Date Event
13 Sep–19 Jan 2009
Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00
The People Behind the Book Trade in Scotland All things Scottish and booky in an exhibition organised by the Scottish Archive of Print and Publishing History Records (SAPPHIRE).
Lindsay Stewart Lecture Theatre Napier University, Craiglockhart Campus, Edinburgh
Date Event
15 Oct
7.30
RSPB Indoor Meeting The Annual General Meeting followed by an illustrated talk about climate change by Clifton Bain.
National Gallery of Scotland, The Mound, Edinburgh
Date Event
Saturdays
1.30–4.30
Saturday Studio A four-week painting course for 11-15 year olds, based on the 'Impressionism & Scotland' exhibition. Andrew McKenzie will be on hand to offer help…
Saturdays
10.00am–12.00; 1.30–3.30
Saturday Art Club Tess Asquith-Lamb will be on hand to help explore different approaches to painting, using the 'Impressionism & Scotland' exhibition as inspiration.
31 Oct–2 Nov
2.00–4.00
Art Cart Get the whole family involved in these artistic activities, inspired each month by different works from the collection. Ask at the front door of the…
1 Nov
10.30am–4.30
Words on Canvas A fortnightly creative writing group in the superlatively inspiring surroundings of the National Gallery complex. All levels of experience welcome.
6 Nov–18 Jan 2009 Parallel Lives 2 The display of the artwork of three Edinburgh communities who, inspired by the works of James Edgar, Georges Seurat and Marcel Broodthaers, were…
Sundays (from 9 Nov)
10.00am–4.00
Weekend Workshop The works of Gerhard Richter will be used as inspiration in this two-day painting course. Suitable for ages 16-18.
Saturdays (from 29 Nov)
1.30–4.30
Saturday Studio Explore the use of photography, mark-making and abstraction through the works of Gerhard Richter in this four-week, artist-led course. Suitable for…
Saturdays (from 29 Nov)
1.30–4.30
Saturday Art Club Explore Gerhard Richter's painting techniques with Ann McCluskey. The morning session is suitable for ages 5-7, the afternoon session ages 8-11.
National Library of Scotland, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh
Date Event
27 Jun–12 Oct
Mon–Fri 10.00am–8.00; Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00
Imprentit: 500 years of the Scottish Printed Word Exhibition celebrating the achievements of 500 years of printing and publishing in Scotland.
7 Oct
6.00
Book Group: 'Exploring Scotland through the printed word' A monthly discussion group for lovers of Scottish fiction, or those seeking to get acquainted with it. Contact Beverley Casebow on 0131 623 3841 or…
8 Oct
1.00–2.00
Book Crossing Meet-up Turn on, tune in and trade up! Bring along works of fiction by Scottish authors to swap them for another, after a lively debate.
National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
1 Sep–19 Oct
10.00am–5.00
Extremes: Life in Subarctic Canada A collection of objects collected by Scottish fur traders in the 1850s and 60s from the tribes living in the Canadian subarctic, and further objects…
11 Jul–31 Dec
10.00am–5.00
Scotland: A Changing Nation A major new permanent exhibition charting Scotland and its people from WWI to the present day.
Saturdays, Sundays
12.15, 1.15, 2.15 & 3.15
Connect: Super Science Shows A revolving series of family science shows: 'Alex's Amazing Adventure'; 'Fantastic Forces'; or' Sounds Amazing!' Limited places. Ages 5+
17 Oct
2.00
Curator's Choice: The Wool Industry in Scotland Duncan Dornan talks about the nation's wool industry. Will take place in the Dunfermline Room. Book in advance.
National Museum of Scotland: Hawthornden Court, 2 Chambers Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
11 Oct–12 Oct
10.00am–4.00
The Big Draw 2008 Take inspiration from this collection of treasure chests and make your own. All materials are provided as part of The Big Draw 2008.
National War Museum Of Scotland, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
Date Event
23 May–1 Feb 2009, not 25 Dec, 1 Jan 2009
(23 May–31 Oct 9.45am–5.45) (1 Nov–1 Feb 2009 9.45am–4.45)
Call to Arms An exploration of the technology used by the Scottish infantry at various points throughout history, with a hands on element.
Out Of The Blue Drill Hall, 30-36 Dalmeny Street Leith, Edinburgh
Date Event
30 Sep–16 Dec, not Wednesdays–Mondays, 21 Oct, 4 Nov
6.00–8.00
Strange Town A youth theatre for 14-18 year olds to learn about performing. No previous experience is required.
Parliament Square, High Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
30 Oct–2 Nov
7.00–12am
City of the Dead Hallowe'en Festival History and horror on a special Hallowe'en graveyard tour to investigate the world's best documented supernatural case - the Mackenzie Poltergeist.
Ravelston Woods Local Nature Reserve, Craigcrook Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
21 Oct
9.00am–5.00
Bushcraft Builders Test your survival skills by setting up a woodland workshop then using natural materials to build shelters, hides, chairs, beds and loads more.
22 Oct
9.00am–5.00
Campfires & carving Cave man fun: try traditional firemaking techniques, light a campfire, carve and weave cooking implements and then cook up some tasty treats with…
23 Oct
9.00am–5.00
Wildlife Detectives Take part in animal spotting, eco-system games and setting out traps to check on the Friday. Please bring waterproof clothing, warm clothes…
24 Oct
9.00am–5.00
Stone Age Olympics Go 'really' old school with some stone age activities: making tribal costumes, spear throwing, obstacle courses, camouflage and cave painting.
The Real Mary King's Close, 2 Warriston's Close High Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
6 Dec, 7 Dec, 13 Dec–21 Dec (from 6 Dec)
3.00–4.20; Sat 6.00–9.00
Christmas on the Closes Find out what a traditional Christmas would have been like on the Edinburgh closes from the 1500s-1900s.
Royal Botanic Garden (Lecture Theatre), 20a Inverleith Row, Edinburgh
Date Event
16 Oct
7.00–8.00
Modern Day Plant Collectors in China Dr David Long and Dr Mark Watson present a talk about the remote mountainous region of The Gaoligong Shan on the China/Burma border, where the RBGE…
Royal Botanic Garden (Library Foyer), 20a Inverleith Row, Edinburgh
Date Event
1 Oct–31 Oct
10.00am–4.30
Botanical Illustration Diploma A selection of work by the Diploma in Botanical Garden Edinburgh at the end of their first year.
Royal Botanic Garden, 20a Inverleith Row, Edinburgh
Date Event
11 Oct
1.30–2.15 & 2.45–3.30
Musical Roots Family Fun Make music from plants and recycled materials then make a lot of noise at this drop-in workshop. Suitable under 7s.
12 Oct
12.00–4.00
Sunday Science: Red Squirrel Watch The Moredun Research Institute tell what efforts are being made to conserve the red squirrel. Suitable for over 5s.
18 Oct
1.00–3.00
Autumn Collage The Garden Rangers help you make a huge autumn nature collage with all those crunchy leaves and whatever else your imagination demands. Suitable for…
19 Oct
2.00–3.00
Talking Trees Storytelling Tales of magic, mystery, trees and travel for children of all ages (5+).
22 Oct
1.00–3.00
Autumnal Arts The Garden Rangers help you create your little masterpieces using autumnal arts and crafts. Suitable for ages 5 and above.
25 Oct
10.00am–4.00
Feed The Birds Day The RSPB tell us how to look after our avian friends.
25 Oct
12.00–4.00
Real Life Science: Fun and Games Plant-related fun and games. Ages 5+.
26 Oct
1.00–4.00
Lands of the Northern Lights Be enchanted by tales of lands of forest, fjords, ice and snow. Part of the 2008 Scottish International Storytelling Festival.
26 Oct
1.00–3.00
Fast Food for your Garden Birds! The Glasgow Rangers tell you how to look after your garden friends in the winter and help you make a bird feeder for your garden. Suitable for ages…
31 Oct
1.00–4.00
National Tell A Story Day: Halloween Tales Be spooked out by some scary storytelling in the Haunted Forest. Come and share your own stories . . . if you dare! Part of the Scottish…
Royal Botanic Gardens, Royal Botanic Gardens Arboretum Place, Edinburgh
Date Event
11 Oct
2.00–2.45
Signs of Autumn Humans get out their woolly jumpers and prepare for a few months of soup and curling up on the sofa, but how do animals prepare for winter? Find out…
25 Oct
10.00am–4.00
Plants Under the Microscope Frieda Christie leads a workshop with an introduction to microscopy. Participants can explore using slides and dissecting microscopes. Book in…
Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh
Date Event
8 Nov–9 Nov
9.00am–5.00
Antique and Collectors Fair With jewellery, pottery, porcelain, coins, pictures, books, carte-de-visites, linen, prints, ceramics and toys there's something for everyone.
7 Mar 2009–8 Mar 2009
10.00am–5.00
National Home and Design Show One of the largest and most exclusive home, interior and design show in Scotland. An exciting new high profile home interior and design exhibition…
7 Mar 2009–8 Mar 2009
10.00am–5.00
Scottish Home Improvement & Self Build Show One of the largest and most exclusive self build, renovation and home improvement shows in Scotland. Find inspiration and advice on how to improve…
Royal Observatory Visitor Centre, Blackford Hill, Edinburgh
Date Event
3 Oct, 10 Oct
7.00–8.45
Public Evening at the Royal Observatory Hear about the history of the observatory and journey through the Solar System. Good family fun. Booking is essential.
Royal Over-Seas League, 100 Princes Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
14 Oct
7.45
The Edinburgh German Circle Founded in 1932 to bring together enthusiasts of German language and culture, the Circle holds its opening meeting of the season.
Rudolf Steiner Hall, 60 Spylaw Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
1 Nov
7.00–1.00am
Climate Action Ceilidh Belle Star Band & friends, with organic bar, raffle, and Gandalf as MC. This is a ceilidh collective event fundraising for Scottish Education…
National Gallery of Modern Art, 75 Belford Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
9 Oct–19 Oct
5.30–6.45
The Drawing Room Explore different 'mark-making' processes in these monthly, experimental drawing sessions inspired by the modern collection. Each workshop is led by…
Sundays
2.00–4.00
Bags of Art Collect a bag of new activities from the Art Station at the top of the stairs to help your family explore the collection, and create your own…
13 Nov
5.30–6.45
The Drawing Room Explore different 'mark-making' processes in these monthly, experimental drawing sessions inspired by the modern collection. Each workshop is led by…
National Portrait Gallery, 1 Queen Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
Saturdays (from 1 Nov)
10.00am–12.00; 1.30–3.30
Saturday Art Club Jennie Temple will help guide you through the different approaches to painting in 'The Intimate Portrait' exhibition. The morning session is…
Scottish Poetry Library, 5 Crichton's Close Canongate, Edinburgh
Date Event
26 Sep–20 Dec, not Sundays
Mon–Fri 11.00am–6.00; Sat 1.00–5.00
The Space Of The Page Starting with Stéphane Mallarmé's 'Un Coup de Dés', curators Thomas A Clark and Julie Johnstone take a look at the relationship between poem and…
20 Oct
6.00–8.00
Reading Group: Round Table An informal poetry reading group that encourages lively debate and offers members the chance to choose the poems. For booking and more details…
21 Oct, 27 Oct
6.30
Reading Group: Nothing but The Poem Removing the pressures of review, criticism and hype, and without relying on background knowledge, this gentle reading group led by Julie Johnstone…
17 Nov
6.00–8.00
Reading Group: Round Table An informal poetry reading group that encourages lively debate and offers members the chance to choose the poems. For booking and more details…
18 Nov, 24 Nov
6.30
Reading Group: Nothing but The Poem Removing the pressures of review, criticism and hype, and without relying on background knowledge, this gentle reading group led by Julie Johnstone…
15 Dec
6.00–8.00
Reading Group: Round Table An informal poetry reading group that encourages lively debate and offers members the chance to choose the poems. For booking and more details…
16 Dec
6.30
Reading Group: Nothing but The Poem Removing the pressures of review, criticism and hype, and without relying on background knowledge, this gentle reading group led by Julie Johnstone…
Scottish Storytelling Centre, 43-45 High Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
8 Oct
7.00
Storytelling Café: Harvest Storytelling, music and song in a relaxed café atmosphere with Marie Louise Cochrane.
11 Oct
2.30
Family Story Circle Partake in the monthly family storytelling club. Ideal for children 5-7 and families.
18 Oct
1.00–4.00
Big Draw: North Wendy Woolfson leads a family workshop in creating art from live stories and northern tales.
20 Oct–23 Oct
10.00am–3.00
Gamemaker Workshop Use the latest software to explore storytelling in computer gaming and create your own game. Places are limited so advance booking is recommended.
21 Oct
11.00am
Tiny Tales Stories, rhymes and songs for wee (and not so wee) ears. With Michael Kerins. Ages 6mnths-3 yrs.
21 Oct
2.30
Peach and the Pirates Robert Howat writes and performs this storytelling adventure about fearless Peach, who sneaks aboard a pirate ship. By Slinky Productions.
24 Oct–2 Nov
(Times vary)
Scottish International Storytelling Festival The festival is Scotland's annual celebration and showcase of storytelling as a contemporary art form and a rich part of Scotland's cultural…
31 Oct
10.00
The Guid Crack Club A special night of stories for Hallowe'en.
St Bride's Centre, 10 Orwell Terrace, Edinburgh
Date Event
11 Oct
7.30
Crowdie House Scots Music Group ceilidh with live music and traditional Scottish dancing.
The Round Stables, Prestonfield House Priestfield Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
14 Oct
6.30–8.30
New Zealand Wine Edinburgh Tasting The annual tasting of New Zealand's finest featuring over 200 wines.
The Tolbooth Tavern The Tolbooth Tavern, 167 Canongate, Edinburgh
Date Event
16 Oct, 5 Nov, 27 Nov
7.30
Jolly Toper Whisky Tastings Long-running bi-monthly whisky tasting session at one of the best-stocked bars in town, typically including five malt whiskies at cask strength.
Traverse Theatre, Ca