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Official Guide to Edinburgh
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What's on in Edinburgh
Discover what's on in Edinburgh this month.
From dazzling musical shows and breath-taking festivals to fascinating exhibitions and bustling markets, and there is always lots to do in Edinburgh. Browse through our list of events below and plan your weekend, week, or month ahead.
July 2019 Highlights
Summer has well and truly arrived, and there are lots of things to see and do in Scotland's capital this month. As the temperatures rise, chill out with some of the coolest sounds from across the globe at the Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival and celebrate the start of Edinburgh's summer festival season at the Edinburgh Festival Carnival on the 14th July.
Pick up something unique at Market on the Mall, located on the roof of Waverley Mall during the first two weekends of the month, and taste the best of what Scotland has to offer at the bumper ten-day Edinburgh Food Festival in Assembly George Square Gardens from the 19th.
This is Edinburgh: Your guide to what's on in Edinburgh
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Atlantic Adventures with ATLAS
- 01 July 2019 - 26 August 2019
Uncover the mysteries of the deep this summer at Dynamic Earth.
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Edinburgh Castle Concerts
- 11 July 2019 - 21 July 2019
A glittering line-up of stars take to the stage in front of the city's most iconic backdrop.
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Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival
- 13 July 2019 - 21 July 2019
Jazz and Blues talent from all over the world join together to entertain Edinburgh this July.
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Destination Moon
- 19 July 2019 - 22 July 2019
Dynamic Earth celebrate 50 years since the Apollo Moon landings.
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Anstruther Harbour Festival
- 19 July 2019 - 21 July 2019
Enjoy three days of fun and entertainment at the Anstruther Harbour Festival.
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Edinburgh Food Festival
- 19 July 2019 - 28 July 2019
The Edinburgh Food Festival is back once again for a bumper edition in Assembly George Square Gardens.
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Edinburgh Art Festival
- 25 July 2019 - 25 August 2019
The UK's biggest festival of visual art comes to Edinburgh.
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Tour De France Wine Dinner: Languedoc-Roussillon
- 31 July 2019 - 31 July 2019
Enjoy a culinary journey around France with renowned Chef Tom Kitchin.
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The Art of African Metalwork
- 01 July 2019 - 25 August 2019
Discover highlights of the museum’s 19th and early 20th century collections from west and central Africa.
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Bringing Up Baby
- 01 July 2019 - 29 September 2019
Explore the choices and challenges faced by parents at the Museum of Childhood.
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Wild and Majestic: Romantic Visions of Scotland
- 01 July 2019 - 10 November 2019
Explore the origins of the defining images of Scotland at this fascinating exhibition at National Museum of Scotland.
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Stepping Out: Shoes from the collection of Museum & Galleries Edinburgh
- 01 July 2019 - 20 December 2019
Step back in time and explore over a hundred years of footwear in this free exhibition.
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Burke & Hare: The Business of Murder
- 01 July 2019 - 28 June 2020
They’d kill for a body like yours!
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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
- 02 August 2019 - 24 August 2019
The Sky is the Limit for the 2019 Edinburgh Tattoo.
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Edinburgh International Festival
- 02 August 2019 - 26 August 2019
Audiences and artists from all over the world come together for Edinburgh's annual celebration of culture.
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Edinburgh Festival Fringe
- 02 August 2019 - 26 August 2019
Find Your Fringe this August.
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Fringe Dome Nights
- 02 August 2019 - 25 August 2019
Step into a world of 360° at Dynamic Earth's ShowDome Cinema.
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Defend Fife
- 03 August 2019 - 04 August 2019
Head over to Fife for a weekend of wartime festivities.
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Edinburgh International Book Festival
- 10 August 2019 - 26 August 2019
Charlotte Square Gardens welcomes back the Edinburgh Book Festival this August.
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The Waverley Sessions
- 17 August 2019 - 18 August 2019
Discover the next big thing at Waverley Mall with the Youth Radio Network.
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Tour De France Wine Dinner: South West France
- 28 August 2019 - 28 August 2019
Enjoy a culinary journey around France with renowned Chef Tom Kitchin.
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Edinburgh Riding of the Marches
- 15 September 2019 - 15 September 2019
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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Mamma Mia!
- 19 September 2019 - 28 September 2019
The smash hit musical returns to Edinburgh Playhouse.
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Edinburgh Doors Open Days
- 28 September 2019 - 29 September 2019
Get ready to explore...
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The Italian Connection
- 07 September 2019 - 24 May 2020
A fascinating exhibition exploring the enduring artistic bond between Scotland and Italy.
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Edinburgh Coffee Festival
- 05 October 2019 - 05 October 2019
A must for coffee lovers.
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Edinburgh Cocktail Week
- 14 October 2019 - 20 October 2019
Enjoy a week of sipping and sampling some of the city's best cocktails.
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival
- 18 October 2019 - 31 October 2019
'Beyond Words' is the theme of this year's Scottish International Storytelling Festival.
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Edinburgh Oktoberfest
- 30 October 2019 - 03 November 2019
Enjoy the amazing atmosphere, German beer, food and music at Edinburgh Oktoberfest.
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