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    Edinburgh’s beauty is both staggering and stunning - but the city is far more than just a pretty face. Take a closer look and discover the city's fascinating stories! Forever Edinburgh

    The Story Never Ends in Edinburgh
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    From dazzling musical shows and breath-taking festivals to fascinating exhibitions and virtual debates and readings, there is always lots to do in Edinburgh.

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Edinburgh

With the city’s skyline, cobbled streets and colourful characters as your backdrop, your favourite memories happened right here. Are you ready for more? There’s so many ways to embrace the city, explore, have fun on your doorstep and write new stories to revisit in years to come.

Forever Edinburgh is here to help you see your home town in unexpected and exciting ways. The world may be changing and times are challenging and we know there’s no better way through it than to embrace the here and now.

Things to Do

What's On

  • Prince Philip Celebration Britannia Copyright Royal Collection Trust S

    Prince Philip: A Celebration

    • 01 September 2021 - 31 October 2021

    Join the Palace of Holyroodhouse as they host a special display to commemorate the life & legacy of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, Britain’s longest-serving consort.

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    Islander Stories - Online Storytelling Sessions

    • 04 September 2021 - 26 September 2021

    In celebration of the City Art Centre’s exhibition Islander: the paintings of Donald Smith, join online for a series of stories linked to the exhibition.

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    Edinburgh Doors Open Days

    • 25 September 2021 - 26 September 2021

    Scotland’s annual Doors Open Days festival returns with a fantastic programme of in-person and online events and activities.

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  • Prince Philip Celebration Britannia Copyright Royal Collection Trust S

    Prince Philip: A Celebration

    • 01 October 2021 - 31 October 2021

    Join the Palace of Holyroodhouse as they host a special display to commemorate the life & legacy of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, Britain’s longest-serving consort.

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    Edinburgh Cocktail Week

    • 11 October 2021 - 24 October 2021

    Scotland's biggest cocktail festival, Edinburgh Cocktail Week, is back from Monday 11th to Sunday 24th October.

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    Wondrous Woods

    • 21 October 2021 - 14 November 2021

    Light up the dark nights with a magical journey through the Wondrous Woods at Hopetoun House!

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    Haunted Scott

    • 29 October 2021

    Just in time for Hallowe’en, explore ghosts, ghouls and all things that go bump in the night in the work of literary giant Sir Walter Scott…...

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  • Edinburgh Spookttacular Event

    Edinburgh Zoo Spooktacular

    • 08 October 2021 - 31 October 2021

    This Halloween, Edinburgh Zoo is opening its gates after dark for a family-friendly spooktacular trail through the zoo!

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    Five Sister Zoo Autumn Nights

    • 22 October 2021 - 14 November 2021

    Step into a world of magical illuminations as Five Sisters Zoo returns with its spectacular autumn night-time trail.

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  • Edinburgh Horror Fest

    Edinburgh Horror Festival

    • 22 October 2021 - 31 October 2021

    Prepared to have a horror-filled time as Edinburgh Horror Festival returns with theatre, storytelling, cabaret, comedy and film!

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    Conifox Adventure Park’s Big Halloween Hoolie

    • 16 October 2021 - 31 October 2021

    Get spooked this Halloween with Conifox Adventure Park and some spooky adventures for all the family!

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    Wondrous Woods

    • 01 November 2021 - 14 November 2021

    Light up the dark nights with a magical journey through the Wondrous Woods at Hopetoun House!

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  • Five Sisters Zoo Autumn Nights Logo

    Five Sister Zoo Autumn Nights

    • 01 November 2021 - 14 November 2021

    Step into a world of magical illuminations as Five Sisters Zoo returns with its spectacular autumn night-time trail.

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  • Castle Of Light

    Castle of Light: Hidden Treasures.

    • 19 November 2021 - 09 January 2022

    This winter, discover a show of legend, light, mystery & magic at the iconic Edinburgh Castle.

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