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Let the festive story begin...A festive fairy tale awaits, with Edinburgh’s magical winter programme.
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Discover What's On in Edinburgh this monthFrom dazzling musical shows and breath-taking festivals to fascinating exhibitions and virtual debates and readings, there is always lots to do in Edinburgh. © Rankine Photography
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Christmas & Hogmanay 2021Make sure your Christmas is a real cracker this year. Explore our festive blogs to help plan your winter break in Edinburgh this year!
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Edinburgh
Things to Do
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Edinburgh's Christmas & Hogmanay
Make sure your Christmas is a real cracker - celebrate it in Edinburgh.
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Story Never Ends
Explore some of Edinburgh’s enchanting tales and plan a trip to experience them …...
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Top Attractions
View our top attractions in Edinburgh for great days out.
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Areas in Edinburgh
Our guide to Edinburgh's neighbourhoods. Explore further and discover new gems.
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Where to Stay
Find your perfect room in Edinburgh. Browse our range of hotels.
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Itineraries
Handy itineraries to make sure that you get the most out of your visit to Edinburgh.
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Accessible Edinburgh
Edinburgh can be enjoyed by all - take a look at our guide.
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Know Before You Go
Keep yourself and others safe. Know before you go!
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Resident Rewards Edinburgh
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What's On
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Queensferry Festive Ferry Late Night
- 02 December 2021 - 03 December 2021
Enjoy late night festive shopping on Queensferry’s High Street.
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Five Sisters Zoo Christmas Illuminations.
- 01 December 2021 - 23 December 2021
Start the festive countdown with Five Sisters Zoo on a magical light trail!
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Reflections: The light and life of John Henry Lorimer (1856-1936)
- 01 December 2021 - 20 March 2022
The first retrospective exhibition dedicated to the Scottish artist John Henry Lorimer (1856-1936) opens at the City Art Centre.
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Edinburgh Santa Fun Run & Walk.
- 05 December 2021
Now in its 17th year, the Edinburgh Santa Fun Run & Walk returns to West Princes Street Gardens for a day of family fundraising.
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Christmas Concerts at St Giles’ Cathedral
- 03 December 2021 - 10 December 2021
Get in the festive mood with an array of well-known music from the stunning setting of St Giles’ Cathedral.
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Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair
- 10 December 2021 - 12 December 2021
The annual Christmas Shopping Fair returns to Hopetoun House this December.
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Castle of Light: Hidden Treasures.
- 01 December 2021 - 09 January 2022
This winter, discover a show of legend, light, mystery & magic at the iconic Edinburgh Castle.
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Christmas at the Botanics
- 01 December 2021 - 02 January 2022
Treat your loved ones to a magical, festival illuminated trail at Christmas at the Botanics.
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The Edinburgh Christmas Charity Festival
- 04 December 2021 - 05 December 2021
Get set for 2 days of Christmas fun, all while raising money for charity!
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Beecraigs Festive Forest
- 03 December 2021 - 24 December 2021
Have a magical family festive experience with illuminated trail, Santa’s grotto, attractions and festive street food this Christmas at Beecraigs Festive Forest.
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Christmas at Craigie’s - The Elf Who Saved Christmas
- 04 December 2021 - 23 December 2021
This Christmas, have an exciting festive adventure at Craigies Farm – meet Santa & Mrs Claus and hear the story of The Elf Who Saved Christmas!
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Conifox Adventure Park’s Christmas Experience
- 01 December 2021 - 23 December 2021
Bigger and better than ever, Conifox Adventure Park’s Christmas Experience returns with a family-friendly festive winter wonderland.
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Edinburgh Zoo’s Christmas Nights
- 01 December 2021 - 02 January 2022
Discover the magic of Christmas on a magical night-time light trail through Edinburgh Zoo!
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Winter Tales Book Festival
- 03 December 2021 - 05 December 2021
Illuminating stories of belief and spirituality are celebrated at Scotland’s first religious literary festival.
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Spectacle of Light
- 04 December 2021 - 02 January 2022
Immerse yourself in a magical after-dark family adventure at Dalkeith Country Park this festive season.
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New Year with Fingal & The Royal Yacht Britannia
- 30 December 2021 - 01 January 2022
Start the New Year in style aboard two iconic ships!
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MagicFest
- 17 December 2021 - 30 December 2021
Enjoy magic workshops, shows for kids, shows for babies, shows for grown-ups, storytelling, live music & more this Christmas with MagicFest.
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Gosford House Winter Wonderland
- 17 December 2021 - 23 December 2021
Step into a winter wonderland this Christmas at East Lothian’s Gosford House.
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Christmas Cocktail Club
- 01 December 2021 - 31 December 2021
Add some sparkle to the festive season as Christmas Cocktail Club returns to seven venues across Edinburgh.
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Carmen
- 17 December 2021 - 18 December 2021
The spectacular interpretative dance drama, Carmen, arrives at the EICC.
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Leith Social at The Pitt
- 01 December 2021 - 16 December 2021
Join Leith Social this winter for an evening of patter, pints & pals.
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Small Business Saturday UK
- 04 December 2021 - 04 December 2021
Small Business Saturday UK highlights small business success and encourages consumers to 'shop local' and support small businesses in their communities.
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Edinburgh Zoo’s Christmas Nights
- 01 January 2022 - 02 January 2022
Discover the magic of Christmas on a magical night-time light trail through Edinburgh Zoo!
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Christmas at the Botanics
- 01 January 2022 - 02 January 2022
Treat your loved ones to a magical, festival illuminated trail at Christmas at the Botanics.
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Spectacle of Light
- 01 January 2022 - 02 January 2022
Immerse yourself in a magical after-dark family adventure at Dalkeith Country Park this festive season.
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Reflections: The light and life of John Henry Lorimer (1856-1936)
- 01 January 2022 - 20 March 2022
The first retrospective exhibition dedicated to the Scottish artist John Henry Lorimer (1856-1936) opens at the City Art Centre.
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Burns Supper - The Royal Yacht Britannia
- 28 January 2022 - 29 January 2022
Celebrate Scotland’s national bard aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia at a very special Burns Supper.
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Burns & Beyond
- 22 January 2022 - 05 February 2022
Celebrate the life and legacy of Robert Burns with a feast of traditional & contemporary Scottish culture with Burns & Beyond.
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Reflections: The light and life of John Henry Lorimer (1856-1936)
- 01 February 2022 - 20 March 2022
The first retrospective exhibition dedicated to the Scottish artist John Henry Lorimer (1856-1936) opens at the City Art Centre.
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Burns & Beyond
- 01 February 2022 - 05 February 2022
Celebrate the life and legacy of Robert Burns with a feast of traditional & contemporary Scottish culture with Burns & Beyond.