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Lach's Antihoot

A mix of music, folk, comedy and spoken word from one of the founders of the anti-folk movement and guests.

Henry's Cellar Bar, Edinburgh (1.7 miles)

Wed 22 May

£5 / 0131 629 4101

Joined by Michael Pedersen and Jay Bharaj.

19:30

Wed 29 May

£5 / 0131 629 4101

Featuring Chris Willatt.

19:30

Wed 5 Jun

£5 / 0131 629 4101

Joined by Toby Goodshank (Moldy Peaches).

19:30

Wed 12 Jun

£5 / 0131 629 4101

Featuring acoustic punk from Billy Liar.

19:30

Spanish Flamenco Session

Spanish music and dance jam session with Maria Conte (dance/music classes run from 2–4.15pm for an extra £3).

The Jazz Bar, Edinburgh (0.9 miles)

Sun 2 Jun

£5 (£2) / 0131 220 4298

15:00

Aaron Wright

Rootsy local singer-songwriter hosting this songwriters session.

The Ale House, Edinburgh (0.9 miles)

Tue 21 May

Free / 0131 629 0275

21:30

Tue 28 May

Free / 0131 629 0275

21:30

Tue 4 Jun

Free / 0131 629 0275

21:30

…and 3 more dates until 25 Jun

Henderson's 50/50 Food Festival

Henderson's celebrates 50 years of their healthy veggie eats. In addition to barbecues, exhibitions, vegetarian speed dining, bonfires and live music, the 50-day fete hosts a couple of fancy dress food parties: 'Back to '63', with 60s inspired food and fashion, and 'Henderson's Goes to Hawaii', with – you guessed it…

Edinburgh: various venues (1.0 miles)

Sun 26 May

Times & prices vary / 0131 225 2131

Mon 27 May

Times & prices vary / 0131 225 2131

Tue 28 May

Times & prices vary / 0131 225 2131

…and 47 more dates until 14 Jul

Neil Thomson

Folk singing.

Captains Bar, Edinburgh (1.0 miles)

Tue 21 May

Free / 0131 668 2312

20:30

Tue 28 May

Free / 0131 668 2312

20:30

Allan Johnston & Friends

Original story songs, powerful harmonies, terrific banter, plus multi-instrumental virtuosity from the Celtic tradition.

Captains Bar, Edinburgh (1.0 miles)

Sat 25 May

Free / 0131 668 2312

16:00

Anne Renshaw Sings!

After her 2012 sell-out show Anne returns to sing a selection of her own and other folk songs in her lovely, clear voice, joined by Muckle Flugga whose jaunty tunes regularly enliven Edinburgh's Whiski Bar. www.annerenshaw.co.uk.

Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, Edinburgh (2.3 miles)

Wed 14 Aug

£8 / 0131 346 8237

19:00 – 20:00

Balkan Beats & Swing Grooves

One year after being the greatest night at the Victoria Bar. We want to celebrate our birthday in this wonderful Festival, so be ready for the most hipshaking Balkanic tunes and the best swing styles.

Victoria, Edinburgh (1.3 miles)

Fri 14 Jun

Free / 0131 555 1638

Part of Leith Festival.

21:00 – 01:00

Billy Bragg

Self-styled 'progressive patriot' and veteran political activist who is still one of the UK's finest writers of love songs.

The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh (0.9 miles)

Mon 3 Jun

£18.50 / 0131 668 2019

19:00

The Blueswater Singer-Songwriter Showcase and Open Mic

Singer-songwriter showcase hosted by rhythm & blues band Blueswater, featuring guests every week and an open mic session.

Earl of Marchmont, Edinburgh (1.4 miles)

Mon 27 May

Free / 0131 662 1877

21:00 – 23:30

Mon 3 Jun

Free / 0131 662 1877

21:00 – 23:30

Mon 10 Jun

Free / 0131 662 1877

21:00 – 23:30

…and 29 more dates until 23 Dec back to top

Breabach

Blending double bagpipes, whistle, fiddle, song and Scottish stepdance with Celtic flair and frenzy.

The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh (0.9 miles)

Fri 7 Jun

£15 (£12) / 0131 668 2019

19:30

Café Voices

A relaxed session of oral storytelling, poetry by memory, music and song.

Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh (0.9 miles)

Wed 12 Jun

Over-14s only

£5 / 0131 556 9579

With storyteller Mio Shapley, who celebrates the famous Japanese phrase 'Ichi-go Ichi-e' – making the most of once in a lifetime opportunities.

19:00

Wed 19 Jun

Over-14s only

£5 / 0131 556 9579

Tonight, a special Refugee Week Scotland night, with Zimbabwean guitarist Rise Kagona and a host of other musicians and artists.

19:00

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

This unique event that draws crowds (and performers) from all over the world celebrates the Year of Natural Scotland with massed pipes and drums, massed military bands, display teams, dancers and the haunting lament of the Lone Piper set against the magnificent backcloth of Edinburgh Castle.

Edinburgh Castle (1.4 miles)

Fri 2 Aug

Times vary / £24–£58 / 0131 225 1188

Sat 3 Aug

Times vary / £24–£58 / 0131 225 1188

Sun 4 Aug

Times vary / £24–£58 / 0131 225 1188

…and 20 more dates until 24 Aug

Scots Fiddle Festival: Fiddle 2013

Held over three days, this exciting, fiddle-fuelled weekend includes concerts, recitals, workshops, talks, stalls, sessions, festival clubs, and ceilidhs.

The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh (0.9 miles)

Fri 22 Nov

Times & prices vary (£4–18) / 0131 668 2019

Sat 23 Nov

Times & prices vary (£4–18) / 0131 668 2019

Sun 24 Nov

Times & prices vary (£4–18) / 0131 668 2019

Scots Music Group Ceilidh

Fundraising ceilidh of traditional music and dancing.

St Bride's Centre, Edinburgh (2.3 miles)

Sat 15 Jun

£8 in advance; £10 on the door; £6 in advance; £8 on the door / 0131 346 1405

Featuring Bella McNab's Dance Band.

19:30

Sat 20 Jul

£8 in advance; £10 on the door (£6 in advance; £8 on the door) / 0131 346 1405

Da Hooley guest.

19:30

Scottish Fiddle Orchestra

The Scottish Fiddle Orchestra is the country's foremost large ensemble for traditional music.

Usher Hall, Edinburgh (1.7 miles)

Sat 15 Jun

£9–£22 / 0131 228 1155

19:30

Stewart MacLennan

Guitarist and singer-songwriter from Texas with a collection of eclectic tunes.

Henderson's Vegetarian Restaurant, Edinburgh (1.4 miles)

Sat 25 May

Free / 0131 225 2131

18:45 – 21:30

The Dublin Legends: Cannon, Campbell, Watchorn and O'Connor

These four members of the Dubliners keep the act going strong, following the death of founding member 'Banjo' Barney McKenna in 2012. Expect all the classic songs from the Dubliners' 50-year career.