What’s on in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Festival photo

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 photo

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 photo

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 photo

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…