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61 events within 5 miles
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Aurora Engine
Electronica/folk from this quirky harpist/singer-songwriter.
Henry's Cellar Bar, Edinburgh (1.7 miles)
Sun 26 May
£5 (£4) / 0131 629 4101
- 19:30
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
Becka Wolfe & Sam Gillespie
Folk on fiddle, guitar and vocals.
Captains Bar, Edinburgh (1.0 miles)
Sun 26 May
Free / 0131 668 2312
- 20:30
The Black Diamond Express
The nine-piece collective, based in Edinburgh, performs lively Celtic folk-rock.
Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh (1.4 miles)
Sat 3 Aug
£15 (£12) / 0131 220 4348
Sat 10 Aug
£15 (£12) / 0131 220 4348
Sat 17 Aug
£15 (£12) / 0131 220 4348
Sat 24 Aug
£15 (£12) / 0131 220 4348
Blueflint
Lady banjo players extraordinaire tour their bluegrass ballads.
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, Edinburgh (2.3 miles)
Fri 16 Aug
£12 (£10) / 0131 346 8237
Sat 17 Aug
£12 (£10) / 0131 346 8237
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
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
Bruce Molsky
One of the most influential fiddlers of his generation, Molsky is also a remarkable guitarist, banjoist and singer.
The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh (0.9 miles)
Fri 24 May
£15 (£12) / 0131 668 2019
Support comes fromMaggie Adamson & Brian Nicholson.
- 19:00
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
Captains Third Anniversary Party
Folk session to celebrate the Bar's third birthday. Come dressed as a captain and get a free rum punch.
Captains Bar, Edinburgh (1.0 miles)
Wed 22 May
Free / 0131 668 2312
- 19:30
Ceilidh at The Counting House
The Annasach Ceilidh Band provide the live music at this ceilidh dance with a caller. Under 18s are welcome but must be accompanied by two adults over 25.
Counting House, Edinburgh (0.9 miles)
Thu 25 Jul
£8 (£6) / 0131 667 7533
- 20:00 – 00:00
Fri 25 Oct
£8 (£6) / 0131 667 7533
- 20:00 – 00:00
Ceilidh Club with The Jim Shandrix Experience
Join in a lively ceilidh evening where dances are taught on the night, so all abilities are welcome.
The Picture House, Edinburgh (1.7 miles)
Fri 14 Jun
£10 (£8) / 0844 847 1740
- 19:00
Conversations: Meredith Monk
Meredith Monk explores the artist’s relationship with the environment, in conversation with Philip Campbell, editor of Nature magazine.
The Hub, Edinburgh (1.3 miles)
Thu 15 Aug
Dean Owens
The Americana-influenced Scottish singer-songwriter, endorsed by Irvine Welsh and Russell Brand, playing his new album Cash Back (Songs I Learned From Johnny).
Thomas Morton Hall, Edinburgh (1.9 miles)
Sat 15 Jun
£10 / 0131 529 6185
Part of Leith Festival.
- 19:30
Dick Gaughan
Gaughan plays an eclectic mix of styles and stringed instruments combining his classic orchestration skills with a love of the Scots ballad.
The Pleasance, Edinburgh (0.8 miles)
Fri 31 May
£15 (£10) / 0131 650 4673
Exclusive performance or The Bhopal Medical Appeal. All proceeds go directly to the charity.
- 19:00 – 22:30
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, Edinburgh (2.3 miles)
Thu 22 Aug
£14 (£12) / 0131 346 8237
Edinburgh College Annual Concert
Student musicians showcase their work.
The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh (0.9 miles)
Thu 13 Jun
£10 (£8) / 0131 668 2019
Eliza Carthy & Jim Moray
Double headline show as two time Mercury Music Prize-nominated folk singer Carthy celebrates 21 years of recording and touring while inventive trad folk artist Moray celebrates ten, with an allstar band.
Summerhall, Edinburgh (1.0 miles)
Mon 3 Jun
£20 / 0845 874 3001
- 19:00
Foakies
Singer songwriters and poets performing their own work on the first Monday of the month (except January and August).
The Royal Oak, Edinburgh (0.9 miles)
Mon 3 Jun
£5–£8 (£3–£5) / 0131 557 2976
- 20:30 – 23:00
Mon 1 Jul
£5–£8 (£3–£5) / 0131 557 2976
- 20:30 – 23:00
Mon 5 Aug
£5–£8 (£3–£5) / 0131 557 2976
- 20:30 – 23:00
