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What’s on in Edinburgh
Edinburgh Festival
2 — 25 August 2024
The Hub, Castle Hill
Widely hailed as one of the most important celebrations of the arts in the world, the Edinburgh International Festival is now more than 50 years old, and is held every year during …
Hogmanay
New Year's Eve
The Hub, Castle Hill
Hogmanay is Edinburgh's famous New Year's celebration, when the entire city becomes one huge party. In fact, it is so popular that entry to the city is open only to those with adva…
Edinburgh International Science Festival
30 March — 14 April 2024
Various.
Every Easter, the city of Edinburgh becomes a gigantic laboratory of discovery, exploration, and entertainment. Non-stop shows, demonstrations, hands-on activities, workshops, and
Edinburgh International Book Festival
10 — 26 August 2024
Charlotte Square Gardens
Every year the gardens are transformed into an enchanting tented village that is home to one of the biggest and most animated literary events in the world. The International Book F…