Plan your holiday fun in Edinburgh with our ultimate guide. From those who call Edinburgh home to those who wish they did, this guide ensures a memorable yuletide experience.
Popular events abound in Edinburgh during the festive season, such as the Edinburgh Christmas Market, where traditional stalls beckon with artisanal gifts and seasonal treats. Features like the enchanting light displays add to the charm of the Castle of Light, transforming the historic castle into a winter wonderland. And the Edinburgh's Hogmanay Street Party is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing vibrant fireworks and lively performances as the city welcomes the New Year. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
Happy Holidays!
Top Events Events In and Around Edinburgh
- Edinburgh's Christmas Market
- Christmas Craft Fair at Assembly Rooms
- La Clique at The Famous Spiegeltent
- Castle of Light: Fire and Ice
- Candlelight Concerts Christmas
- Christmas at the Botanics
- Samhuinn Fire Festival
- RSNO Christmas Concert featuring The Snowman
- Edinburgh's Torchlight Procession
- Edinburgh International Magic Festival
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Edinburgh Events Events
Edinburgh's Christmas Market (Edinburgh) • 0.1 miles
Multiple festive zones with rides, markets, and ice skating
Christmas Craft Fair at Assembly Rooms (Edinburgh) • 0.1 miles
Showcasing 120 of Britain's finest artists and makers
La Clique at The Famous Spiegeltent (Edinburgh) • 0.2 miles
Olivier Award-winning cabaret and circus sensation
Castle of Light: Fire and Ice (Edinburgh) • 0.3 miles
Spectacular after-dark illuminated trail with fire and ice theme.
Candlelight Concerts Christmas (Edinburgh) • 0.3 miles
Live music illuminated by thousands of candles
Christmas at the Botanics (Edinburgh) • 0.3 miles
After-dark illuminated trail with international artist installations.
Samhuinn Fire Festival (Edinburgh) • 0.4 miles
Dramatic re-imagining of ancient Celtic festival with fire and performance.
RSNO Christmas Concert featuring The Snowman (Edinburgh) • 0.5 miles
Live orchestral performance of 'The Snowman'
Edinburgh's Torchlight Procession (Edinburgh) • 0.5 miles
Iconic procession ignites the historic Old Town with fire.
Edinburgh International Magic Festival (Edinburgh) • 0.5 miles
Europe's largest festival of innovative magic
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Edinburgh) • 0.5 miles
Legendary Donny Osmond stars as Pharaoh in this beloved family musical.
Christmas Shows and Panto at Birmingham Hippodrome (Birmingham) • 0.7 miles
A premier presenting theatre with a rich history of memorable performances.
Edinburgh's Christmas Market (Edinburgh) • 0.8 miles
Traditional Christmas Markets with festive rides and attractions.
Edinburgh's Hogmanay Street Party (Edinburgh) • 0.8 miles
Historic city transformed for world-class New Year's Eve celebration.
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