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Official Guide to Edinburgh
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City Vision 2050What do you think Edinburgh should be like in 2050? Have your say.
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Camera Obscura and World of IllusionsYour essential guide to Edinburgh's most mind-bending attraction.
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Avengers in EdinburghYou've seen the film - now explore the locations.
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Edinburgh City PassDiscover Edinburgh for less.
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LGBT+ EdinburghEveryone is welcome in Scotland's capital.
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Things to Do
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What's On
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The Edinburgh Festival Wheel
- 01 August 2018 - 02 September 2018
See the city from a new perspective.
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Edinburgh Art Festival
- 01 August 2018 - 26 August 2018
The UK's biggest festival of visual art comes to Edinburgh.
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The West End Character Project
- 01 August 2018 - 31 August 2018
Discover the people that shape one of Edinburgh's most colourful quarters.
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The New York Times Hard Truths
- 03 August 2018 - 30 September 2018
The New York Times Hard Truths Exhibition comes to Scotland in collaboration with Beyond Borders.
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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
- 03 August 2018 - 25 August 2018
The Sky is the Limit for the 2018 Edinburgh Tattoo.
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Edinburgh International Festival
- 03 August 2018 - 27 August 2018
Audiences and artists from all over the world come together for Edinburgh's annual celebration of culture.
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Edinburgh Festival Fringe
- 03 August 2018 - 27 August 2018
Step Into The Unknown this August.
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The Edinburgh Cup
- 04 August 2018 - 05 August 2018
Celebrate grassroots youth football in Scotland.
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Edinburgh Rugby Pre-season Open Day
- 10 August 2018
Join Edinburgh Rugby as they prepare for the 18/19 season.
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Edinburgh International Book Festival
- 11 August 2018 - 27 August 2018
Charlotte Square Gardens welcomes back the Edinburgh Book Festival this August.
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Beyond Borders International Festival
- 25 August 2018 - 26 August 2018
Debate international issues in the beautiful grounds of Traquair House.
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Their Work is not Forgotten
- 01 August 2018 - 14 October 2018
Celebrate the centenary of women’s suffrage at the Museum of Edinburgh.
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Art of Glass
- 01 August 2018 - 16 September 2018
Discover the diverse work of glass artists in the UK.
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Rembrandt: Britain's Discovery of the Master
- 01 August 2018 - 14 October 2018
Explore the British influence of this iconic Dutch artist.
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Emil Nolde: Colour is Life
- 01 August 2018 - 21 October 2018
Discover the work of one of the greatest colourists of the twentieth century.
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Travelling Gallery at 40
- 01 August 2018 - 04 November 2018
Reflect on 40 years of Scotland's Travelling Gallery.
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Rip it Up
- 01 August 2018 - 25 November 2018
Discover the story of Scottish pop, from the 1950's to the present day.
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Growing up with Books
- 01 August 2018 - 09 December 2018
Rediscover your favourite childhood tales at this enchanting exhibition.
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Edwin G Lucas: An Individual Eye
- 01 August 2018 - 10 February 2019
Explore the work of one of the most unique Scottish painters of the 20th century.
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In Focus: Scottish Photography
- 01 August 2018 - 12 May 2019
Explore a fascinating collection of photography from the 19th century to the present day.
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The Caledonian Cup Raceday
- 15 September 2018 - 15 September 2018
Enjoy a great day of racing and local beer at Musselburgh Racecourse.
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Edinburgh Riding of the Marches
- 16 September 2018
Enjoy the thrill of the ride as hundreds of riders from across Scotland come together to commemorate a tradition dating back to 1579.
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The Edinburgh Kiltwalk
- 16 September 2018 - 16 September 2018
Take on the challenge and raise money for Scotland's kids this September.
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Sea Creatures: Life Beneath the Ocean
- 21 September 2018 - 18 October 2018
Discover creatures of the deep in this new exhibition.
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Still Alice
- 25 September 2018 - 29 September 2018
This moving tale comes to The Kings Theatre this September.
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Edinburgh Doors Open Days
- 29 September 2018 - 30 September 2018
Get ready to explore...
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Edinburgh Coffee Festival
- 06 October 2018 - 06 October 2018
A must for coffee lovers.
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Edinburgh Cocktail Week
- 15 October 2018 - 21 October 2018
Enjoy a week of sipping and sampling some of the city's best cocktails.
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival
- 19 October 2018 - 31 October 2018
Growing stories is the theme of this year's Scottish International Storytelling Festival.
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Fame The Musical
- 22 October 2018 - 27 October 2018
The definitive 30th anniversary tour comes to Edinburgh.