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Official Guide to Edinburgh
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Things to Do
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Accessible Edinburgh
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Hidden Gems
Insider top tips for food and drink and things to do and see in Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh Festivals
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Our local heroes lift the lid on what makes Edinburgh so special to them.
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What's On
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Matilda the Musical
- 02 April 2019 - 27 April 2019
Tim Minchin's famous musical comes to the Edinburgh Playhouse.
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Sound of Raasay
- 03 April 2019 - 27 April 2019
Explore the Isle of Skye at this contemporary art exhibition.
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Edinburgh Science Festival
- 06 April 2019 - 21 April 2019
One of the largest science festivals in Europe returns to explore the theme of 'Frontiers'.
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The Edinburgh Science Festival at Dynamic Earth
- 06 April 2019 - 21 April 2019
Dynamic Earth host a range of family-friendly activities.
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Dome Nights
- 06 April 2019 - 20 April 2019
Discover an immersive re-imagining of The Planets at Dynamic Earth.
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Easter 2019
- 06 April 2019 - 22 April 2019
Discover Easter fun for everyone in venues across Edinburgh.
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Oceans of Fun at Dynamic Earth
- 06 April 2019 - 22 April 2019
Have a whale of a time at Dynamic Earth this Easter break.
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Edinburgh Rugby vs Ulster
- 12 April 2019 - 12 April 2019
Edinburgh take on Ulster in the Guinness PRO14 at BT Murrayfield.
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Scottish Opera presents Mascagni's Silvano
- 16 April 2019 - 16 April 2019
Scottish Opera brings this powerful tale to the Usher Hall.
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Musselburgh Racecourse Easter Saturday
- 20 April 2019 - 20 April 2019
Enjoy a great day out at the races this Easter bank holiday weekend.
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digiDinos
- 26 April 2019 - 31 May 2019
Learn to build and code in this fun workshop series.
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Tradfest
- 26 April 2019 - 06 May 2019
Eleven days of great traditional music in Edinburgh.
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Rock of Ages
- 30 April 2019 - 04 May 2019
Serious rock ‘n’ roll debauchery comes to the Edinburgh Playhouse.
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Beltane Fire Festival
- 30 April 2019 - 30 April 2019
Give summer a very warm welcome.
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Mary Queen of Scots: The Cursed Crown
- 01 April 2019 - 30 April 2019
Heads will roll...
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A Better World?
- 01 April 2019 - 27 April 2019
Explore life and society in Scotland following the end of the First World War.
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Robots
- 01 April 2019 - 05 May 2019
Discover over 100 humanoid machines at this fascinating exhibition.
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In Focus: Scottish Photography
- 01 April 2019 - 12 May 2019
Explore a fascinating collection of photography from the 19th century to the present day.
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Charles II: Art & Power
- 01 April 2019 - 02 June 2019
Explore the unique art collection of Charles II.
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Andy Warhol and Eduardo Paolozzi: I want to be a machine
- 01 April 2019 - 02 June 2019
Explore this free exhibition featuring two of pop art's most iconic figures.
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Searching for the Elixir of Life
- 01 April 2019 - 21 June 2019
Join the search for the Elixir of Life at the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh.
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The Art of African Metalwork
- 01 April 2019 - 25 August 2019
Discover highlights of the museum’s 19th and early 20th century collections from west and central Africa.
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Bringing Up Baby
- 01 April 2019 - 29 September 2019
Explore the choices and challenges faced by parents at the Museum of Childhood.
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Wild and Majestic: Romantic Visions of Scotland
- 01 April 2019 - 10 November 2019
Explore the origins of the defining images of Scotland at this fascinating exhibition at National Museum of Scotland.
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Edinburgh Restaurant Awards
- 13 May 2019 - 13 May 2019
Celebrate Edinburgh's best restaurants, as voted for by the city.
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Whisky Stramash
- 18 May 2019 - 19 May 2019
Filled with mystery and entertainment, the Edinburgh Whisky Stramash is where you nip and natter this May.
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Opera North: Aida
- 21 May 2019 - 21 May 2019
Will Aida betray her heart, or her country? Find out in Opera North’s powerful concert staging of Verdi’s epic opera.
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Edinburgh Marathon Festival
- 25 May 2019 - 26 May 2019
Cheer on thousands of dedicated runners at the second biggest marathon festival in the UK.
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Edinburgh International Children's Festival
- 25 May 2019 - 02 June 2019
See some of the best theatre, dance, multi-media and puppetry performances at this world-class festival. Perfect for a family weekend.
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Hidden Door Festival
- 30 May 2019 - 02 June 2019
Watch some of Scotland's hottest talent play in Edinburgh's undiscovered architectural gems.
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Leith Festival
- 08 June 2019 - 16 June 2019
Join in Leith's celebration of talent with a 8 day showcase of music, theatre, dance and more...
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The Edinburgh Festival of Cycling 2019
- 06 June 2019 - 16 June 2019
Polish off your wheel spokes and get involved in one of the best cycling festivals in the UK.
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The Edinburgh International Film Festival 2019
- 19 June 2019 - 30 June 2019
Established in 1947, EIFF is renowned around the world for discovering and promoting the very best in international cinema.
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The Royal Highland Show 2019
- 20 June 2019 - 23 June 2019
Don't miss this famous four day country and agriculture show.
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Pride Edinburgh
- 22 June 2019 - 22 June 2019
Pride Edinburgh returns for its 24th year.