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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.
April 2019 Highlights
Polish off your safety goggles, Edinburgh Science Festival is back! Get ready for two weeks' of mind-bending demos and talks at locations across the city, including Dynamic Earth.
The award-winning Matilda the Musical is in residency at Edinburgh Playhouse for most of this month, followed by the fabulously debaucherous Rock of Ages from 30 April.
Finally, give summer a VERY warm welcome on Calton Hill at the end of the month with the famous Beltane Fire Festival.
And don't forget, you only have a few days left to nominate your favourite eatery in the Edinburgh Evening News Edinburgh Restaurant Awards - nominations close on Friday 12 April.
This is Edinburgh: Your guide to what's on in Edinburgh
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Matilda the Musical
- 02 April 2019 - 27 April 2019
Tim Minchin's famous musical comes to the Edinburgh Playhouse.
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Sound of Raasay
- 03 April 2019 - 27 April 2019
Explore the Isle of Skye at this contemporary art exhibition.
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Edinburgh Science Festival
- 06 April 2019 - 21 April 2019
One of the largest science festivals in Europe returns to explore the theme of 'Frontiers'.
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The Edinburgh Science Festival at Dynamic Earth
- 06 April 2019 - 21 April 2019
Dynamic Earth host a range of family-friendly activities.
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Dome Nights
- 06 April 2019 - 20 April 2019
Discover an immersive re-imagining of The Planets at Dynamic Earth.
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Easter 2019
- 06 April 2019 - 22 April 2019
Discover Easter fun for everyone in venues across Edinburgh.
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Oceans of Fun at Dynamic Earth
- 06 April 2019 - 22 April 2019
Have a whale of a time at Dynamic Earth this Easter break.
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Edinburgh Rugby vs Ulster
- 12 April 2019 - 12 April 2019
Edinburgh take on Ulster in the Guinness PRO14 at BT Murrayfield.
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Scottish Opera presents Mascagni's Silvano
- 16 April 2019 - 16 April 2019
Scottish Opera brings this powerful tale to the Usher Hall.
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Musselburgh Racecourse Easter Saturday
- 20 April 2019 - 20 April 2019
Enjoy a great day out at the races this Easter bank holiday weekend.
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digiDinos
- 26 April 2019 - 31 May 2019
Learn to build and code in this fun workshop series.
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Tradfest
- 26 April 2019 - 06 May 2019
Eleven days of great traditional music in Edinburgh.
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Rock of Ages
- 30 April 2019 - 04 May 2019
Serious rock ‘n’ roll debauchery comes to the Edinburgh Playhouse.
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Beltane Fire Festival
- 30 April 2019 - 30 April 2019
Give summer a very warm welcome.
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Mary Queen of Scots: The Cursed Crown
- 01 April 2019 - 30 April 2019
Heads will roll...
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A Better World?
- 01 April 2019 - 27 April 2019
Explore life and society in Scotland following the end of the First World War.
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Robots
- 01 April 2019 - 05 May 2019
Discover over 100 humanoid machines at this fascinating exhibition.
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In Focus: Scottish Photography
- 01 April 2019 - 12 May 2019
Explore a fascinating collection of photography from the 19th century to the present day.
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Charles II: Art & Power
- 01 April 2019 - 02 June 2019
Explore the unique art collection of Charles II.
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Andy Warhol and Eduardo Paolozzi: I want to be a machine
- 01 April 2019 - 02 June 2019
Explore this free exhibition featuring two of pop art's most iconic figures.
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Searching for the Elixir of Life
- 01 April 2019 - 21 June 2019
Join the search for the Elixir of Life at the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh.
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The Art of African Metalwork
- 01 April 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 April 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 April 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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Edinburgh Restaurant Awards
- 13 May 2019 - 13 May 2019
Celebrate Edinburgh's best restaurants, as voted for by the city.
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Whisky Stramash
- 18 May 2019 - 19 May 2019
Filled with mystery and entertainment, the Edinburgh Whisky Stramash is where you nip and natter this May.
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Opera North: Aida
- 21 May 2019 - 21 May 2019
Will Aida betray her heart, or her country? Find out in Opera North’s powerful concert staging of Verdi’s epic opera.
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Edinburgh Marathon Festival
- 25 May 2019 - 26 May 2019
Cheer on thousands of dedicated runners at the second biggest marathon festival in the UK.
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Edinburgh International Children's Festival
- 25 May 2019 - 02 June 2019
See some of the best theatre, dance, multi-media and puppetry performances at this world-class festival. Perfect for a family weekend.
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Hidden Door Festival
- 30 May 2019 - 02 June 2019
Watch some of Scotland's hottest talent play in Edinburgh's undiscovered architectural gems.
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Leith Festival
- 08 June 2019 - 16 June 2019
Join in Leith's celebration of talent with a 8 day showcase of music, theatre, dance and more...
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The Edinburgh Festival of Cycling 2019
- 06 June 2019 - 16 June 2019
Polish off your wheel spokes and get involved in one of the best cycling festivals in the UK.
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The Edinburgh International Film Festival 2019
- 19 June 2019 - 30 June 2019
Established in 1947, EIFF is renowned around the world for discovering and promoting the very best in international cinema.
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The Royal Highland Show 2019
- 20 June 2019 - 23 June 2019
Don't miss this famous four day country and agriculture show.
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Pride Edinburgh
- 22 June 2019 - 22 June 2019
Pride Edinburgh returns for its 24th year.
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