Edinburgh Festivals

Edinburgh has a jam-packed festival schedule all year around. Whether you love the arts, are mad about science, or relish the thought of getting lost in a good book, there's a festival for you.

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2019 Finale 1

Set against the backdrop of Edinburgh’s imposing castle, The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is one of the most special events in Edinburgh's calendar. 04 – 26 August 2023.

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Edinburgh Festival Fringe

Fringe Festival Girl Approaching Man On Unicycle

The Edinburgh Fringe explodes across the capital - be thrilled, shocked and mesmerised by the largest arts festival in the world. 04 - 28 August 2023.

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Edinburgh Art Festival

Edinburgh Printmakers Christian Noelle Charles Caress Face Screenprint 2022 Courtesy Of The Artist

Explore events, exhibitions, performances, screenings, artist talks and guided tours at Edinburgh Art Festival, the UK’s largest annual festival of visual art. 11 - 27 August 2023.

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Edinburgh Science Festival

Edinburgh International Science Festival Gastrofest

Packed full with lots of fun events and workshops that aim to delight and inspire, The Edinburgh Science Festival aims to get everyone interested in science. 2024 dates tbc.

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