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Do Ho Suh sitting next to his Tracing Time exhibition.
Do Ho Suh: Tracing Time
17th February - 1st September
Immerse yourself in the wondrous imagination of one of the world’s leading contemporary artists, Do Ho Suh.
Edinburgh Magic
16th March - 22nd June
Enjoy an intimate and astonishing performance of magic in enchanting surrounds.
Style and Society Dressing for the Georgians exhibition at King's Gallery at the Palace of Holyrood House
Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians
22nd March - 22nd September
Reopening under its new name, The King’s Gallery relaunches with an exhibition exploring the fashions of 18th century Britain.
National Galleries Scotland, Peter and Grandson Former miner, Peter McCutcheon from Fife, with his grandson, in front of a banner displaying a Milton Rogovin photograph from 1982
Before and After Coal
23rd March - 15th September
Images and Voices from Scotland’s Mining Communities
Tour Guide dressed in plague doctor outfit for the medical tour at The Real Mary Kings Close
Medical History Tour
27th April - 25th May
Join The Real Mary King’s Close for a special tour that explores Edinburgh’s rich medical history.
Adam Bruce Thomson, picture of Stormy Sea, c.1963.
Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path
11th May - 6th October
One of the impactful artists of his generation, the work of Edinburgh artist, Adam Bruce Thomson is explored at the City Art Centre’s new exhibition.
Family walking through the National Museum of Scotland
Wellbeing Week
13th May 2024 - 19th May 2024
Enjoy moments of mindfulness and calm at the National Museum of Scotland during Wellbeing Week.
Festival Theatre Auditorium
Festival Theatre’s Dementia Friendly Activities
23rd May - 24th July
Come and connect with others in one of Festival Theatre’s dementia friendly community events.
School children from Forthview primary celebrate the launch of Edinburgh International Children’s Festival 2024 at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh
Edinburgh International Children’s Festival
25th May - 2nd June
The vibrant Edinburgh International Children's Festival returns with a programme created especially for children and young people.
The exterior of the Modern Two building,© National Galleries Scotland/Keith Hunter
Women in Revolt!
25th May 2024 - 26th January 2025
Discover tales of collaboration, creativity and rebellion as Women in Revolt! arrives in Edinburgh for its only Scottish tour date.
Northern Ballet cast performing Tortoise and Hare at Festival Theatre
Northern Ballet: Tortoise and the Hare
26th May
Experience the enchantment of live ballet and music with your little ones this spring.
Edinburgh Playhouse Exterior advertising chitty chitty bang bang on billboard
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
28th May - 1st June
The enchanting story of the car with magical powers soars into Edinburgh this spring.
Fleurs de Villes, Lady in boat with Parasol by Maureen Sullivan Design School
Fleurs de Villes ARTISTE
31st May - 9th June
Global sensation, Fleurs de Villes bring their unique floral art show to the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, showcasing local florists and delivering a feast of cultural floral storytelling.
Gus Harris Reid reading from his book at the Cymera Festival
Cymera Festival
31st May - 2nd June
Scotland's festival for science fiction, fantasy and horror writing returns this May.
Books on shelves at Golden Hare Books with fireplace and chair to the side.
The Edinburgh Bookshop Crawl
1st June - 2nd June
Celebrate the bookshops of Edinburgh and indulge in an afternoon, day or a whole weekend of book shopping with other fellow book lovers.
Real Mary Kings Close Tour Guide standing half way down stairs of Close with Pride Flag
Pride History Tours
1st June - 29th June
Discover four centuries of untold LGBTQIA+ history with The Real Mary King’s Close.
People sitting in the sun at St Andrews Square watching a film during the Square Cinema event
Square Cinema
14th June - 16th June
One of the UKs largest free outdoor cinema experience returns to the stunning surroundings of Edinburgh’s St Andrew Square Garden.
The Great British Food Festival
15th June - 16th June
Showcasing amazing food and drink, demonstrations and entertainment, The Great British Food Festival returns to Dalkeith Country Park.

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