A festive fairy tale awaits, with Edinburgh’s magical winter programme.
From 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
Make 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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Start the festive countdown with Five Sisters Zoo on a magical light trail!
The first retrospective exhibition dedicated to the Scottish artist John Henry Lorimer (1856-1936) opens at the City Art Centre.
This winter, discover a show of legend, light, mystery & magic at the iconic Edinburgh Castle.
Treat your loved ones to a magical, festival illuminated trail at Christmas at the Botanics.
Have a magical family festive experience with illuminated trail, Santa’s grotto, attractions and festive street food this Christmas at Beecraigs Festive Forest.
This Christmas, have an exciting festive adventure at Craigies Farm – meet Santa & Mrs Claus and hear the story of The Elf Who Saved Christmas!
Bigger and better than ever, Conifox Adventure Park’s Christmas Experience returns with a family-friendly festive winter wonderland.
Discover the magic of Christmas on a magical night-time light trail through Edinburgh Zoo!
Immerse yourself in a magical after-dark family adventure at Dalkeith Country Park this festive season.
Start the New Year in style aboard two iconic ships!
Enjoy magic workshops, shows for kids, shows for babies, shows for grown-ups, storytelling, live music & more this Christmas with MagicFest.
Step into a winter wonderland this Christmas at East Lothian’s Gosford House.
Add some sparkle to the festive season as Christmas Cocktail Club returns to seven venues across Edinburgh.
The spectacular interpretative dance drama, Carmen, arrives at the EICC.
Whisky Lovers – make a Twixmas date with The Scotch Whisky Experience.
Discover the magic of Christmas on a magical night-time light trail through Edinburgh Zoo!
Treat your loved ones to a magical, festival illuminated trail at Christmas at the Botanics.
Immerse yourself in a magical after-dark family adventure at Dalkeith Country Park this festive season.
The first retrospective exhibition dedicated to the Scottish artist John Henry Lorimer (1856-1936) opens at the City Art Centre.
Celebrate Scotland’s national bard aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia at a very special Burns Supper.
Celebrate the life and legacy of Robert Burns with a feast of traditional & contemporary Scottish culture with Burns & Beyond.
The first retrospective exhibition dedicated to the Scottish artist John Henry Lorimer (1856-1936) opens at the City Art Centre.
Celebrate the life and legacy of Robert Burns with a feast of traditional & contemporary Scottish culture with Burns & Beyond.