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As winter drapes Edinburgh in a cosy embrace, the city transforms into a sparkling wonderland of festive charm and unforgettable experiences. From family-friendly adventures to cultural celebrations, there’s something magical for everyone to enjoy amid the crisp winter air. Join us as we explore the best of Edinburgh’s winter attractions and events across a variety of categories.
Winter in Edinburgh offers a wealth of family-friendly activities perfect for creating lasting memories. Glide gracefully across the Edinburgh Christmas Ice Rink at St Andrew Square, where twinkling lights and joyful laughter fill the air. Hop aboard the Christmas Wheel for panoramic views of the city, glittering with festive decorations. For a touch of nostalgia, explore the Christmas markets at Princes Street Gardens, where children can marvel at whimsical displays and indulge in sweet treats. Learn more about all-year family-friendly things to do in Edinburgh here
Edinburgh truly comes alive with festive spirit during winter, hosting an array of events and festivals that celebrate the season. The renowned Edinburgh Christmas Market, one of the year’s most anticipated events, turns the city into a magical wonderland with charming stalls, thrilling rides, and live entertainment. Don’t miss the city’s signature celebrations, including enchanting light displays, theatre performances, and Santa’s Grotto—where children can share their Christmas wishes with the jolly man himself. Learn more about the capital’s key annual events and festivals here
Winter casts a spell over Edinburgh’s iconic landmarks, transforming them into mesmerising scenes. Marvel at the majestic Edinburgh Castle as it glows against the winter night sky, and stroll along the festive Royal Mile, bustling with holiday shoppers and twinkling lights. For sweeping views of the city draped in snow, climb Arthur’s Seat or venture up to Calton Hill, where you’ll capture breathtaking photos of Edinburgh’s winter charm. Learn more about Edinburgh’s most sought-after sights and landmarks here
In conclusion, Edinburgh’s winter wonderland offers a magical escape filled with festive joy, enchanting experiences, and seasonal beauty. Whether you’re browsing the Christmas markets, enjoying family-friendly fun, or admiring the city’s iconic landmarks in a winter glow, Edinburgh promises an unforgettable winter getaway for all.
December 2025
Panto 2024: Cinderella, Festival Theatre, 23 Nov – 31 Dec
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Edinburgh Playhouse, 3 – 29 Dec
The Holiday: Film with Live Orchestra, Usher Hall, 3 Dec
The Muppet Christmas Carol: Film with Live Orchestra, Usher Hall, 4 Dec
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons at Christmas, St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral, 7 Dec
Handel’s Messiah Highlights at Christmas, St Giles’ Cathedral, 9 Dec
Love Actually: Film with Live Orchestra, Usher Hall, 10 Dec
Fat Freddy’s Drop, Usher Hall, 11 Dec
Christmas at the Movies by Candlelight, St Giles’ Cathedral, 14 Dec
Viennese Christmas Spectacular by Candlelight, St Giles’ Cathedral, 14 Dec
Live At Christmas: Sara Pascoe, Phil Wang & More, Queen’s Hall, 15 Dec
Toyah & Robert: Christmas Party 2024, Queen’s Hall, 16 Dec
The Bootleg Beetles, Usher Hall, 16 Dec
Del Amitri, Usher Hall, 20 Dec
Skerryvore Winter Tour 2024, O2 Academy, 27 Dec
January 2025
Bat Out Of Hell, Edinburgh Playhouse, 6 – 11 Jan
Varna International Ballet: Romeo and Juliet, Edinburgh Playhouse, 16 Jan
Varna International Ballet: Swan Lake, Edinburgh Playhouse, 17 Jan
Varna International Ballet: The Nutcracker, Edinburgh Playhouse, 18 Jan
The Rocky Horror Show, Edinburgh Playhouse, 20 – 25 Jan
The Classic Rock Show 2025, Usher Hall, 22 Jan
Mozart Piano Sonatas By Candlelight, St Giles’ Cathedral, 31 Jan
Shen Yun, Edinburgh Playhouse, 31 Jan – 1 Feb
February 2025
Shen Yun, Edinburgh Playhouse, 31 Jan – 1 Feb
Mozart Concertos by Candlelight, St Giles’ Cathedral, 1 Feb
Chicago, Edinburgh Playhouse, 4 – 8 Feb
Bowling for Soup: 20th Anniversary Tour, O2 Academy, 6 Feb
Queen Extravaganza, Edinburgh Playhouse, 10 Feb
The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight, Edinburgh Playhouse, 11 Feb
Paul Smith: Pablo, Edinburgh Playhouse, 12 – 13 Feb
Avatar The Last Airbender: Film With Live Orchestra, Usher Hall, 12 Feb
A Country Night in Nashville, Edinburgh Playhouse, 14 Feb
Valentine’s Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight, St Giles’ Cathedral, 14 Feb
Rhod Gilbert & The Giant Grapefruit, Edinburgh Playhouse, 15 Feb
Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight, St Giles’ Cathedral, 15 Feb
Los Pacaminos Feat. Paul Young, The Voodoo Rooms, 16 Feb
Kinky Boots, Edinburgh Playhouse, 18 – 22 Feb
Jenny Eclair: Jokes, Jokes, Jokes, Queens Hall, 22 Feb
Showaddywaddy, Edinburgh Playhouse, 23 Feb
NOW That’s What I Call A Musical, Edinburgh Playhouse, 25 Feb – 1 Mar
December 2025
Christmas at The Botanics, Royal Botanic Garden
Edinburgh, 21 Nov – 30 Dec
Castle of Light, Edinburgh Castle, selected dates 22 Nov – 4 Jan
Magic Fest, various venues, 20 – 31 Dec
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay, various venues, 29 Dec – 1 Jan
Edinburgh’s Christmas, TBC
Activities, Tours and Experiences
Edinburgh Ceilidh Club, various venues, 3, 10 & 17 Dec
Backstage Tours, Edinburgh Playhouse, 9 Dec
January 2025
Castle of Light, Edinburgh Castle, selected dates 22 Nov – 4 Jan
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay, various venues, 29 Dec – 1 Jan
Burns and Beyond, TBC
Edinburgh’s Christmas, TBC
Activities, Tours and Experiences
Edinburgh Ceilidh Club, TBC
February 2025
Burns and Beyond, TBC
Manipulate Festival, TBC
Edinburgh International Improv Festival, TBC
Activities, Tours and Experiences
Edinburgh Ceilidh Club, TBC
December 2025
Edinburgh Farmers Market, Castle Terrace, every Sat Grassmarket Weekly Market, Grassmarket, every Sat
Leith Market, Dock Place, every Sat
Stockbridge Market, Saunders Street, every Sun
Christmas Craft Fair, Assembly Rooms, 7 – 8 Dec
Christmas Fair, TBC
Christmas Market, TBC
Castle St Fair, TBC
Edinburgh Flea Market, TBC
January 2025
Edinburgh Farmers Market, Castle Terrace, every Sat Grassmarket Weekly Market, Grassmarket, every Sat
Leith Market, Dock Place, every Sat
Stockbridge Market, Saunders Street, every Sun
Edinburgh Wedding Exhibition, TBC
Christmas Market, TBC
Edinburgh Flea Market, TBC
February 2025
Edinburgh Farmers Market, Castle Terrace, every Sat Grassmarket Weekly Market, Grassmarket, every Sat
Leith Market, Dock Place, every Sat
Stockbridge Market, Saunders Street, every Sun
Edinburgh Flea Market, TBC
December 2025
Women in Revolt! Art & Activism in UK…, Scottish
National Gallery of Modern Art, 25 May – 26 Jan
Cold War Scotland, National Museum of Scotland, 13 Jul – 26 Jan
Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland, City Art Centre, 14 Sep – 1 Jun
Tape Letters: Migration on Tape, Museum of Edinburgh, 3 Oct – 23 Feb
Everlyn Nicodemus, Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, 19 Oct – 25 May
Stitched: Scotland’s Embroidered Art, Dovecot Studios, 25 Oct – 18 Jan
Guadalupe Maravilla: Piedras de Fuego (Fire Stones), Talbot Rice Gallery, 26 Oct – 15 Feb
Gabrielle Goliath: Personal Accounts, Talbot Rice Gallery, 26 Oct – 15 Feb
Celebrating 40 Years of Scotland’s Photography… Scottish National Portrait Gallery, 26 Oct – 16 Mar
Pop Life, City Art Centre, 2 Nov – 9 Mar
Dürer to Van Dyck: Drawings from Chatsworth House, Royal Scottish Academy, 9 Nov – 23 Feb
Through Line, City Art Centre, 9 Nov – 2 Mar
January 2025
Women in Revolt! Art & Activism in UK…, Scottish
National Gallery of Modern Art, 25 May – 26 Jan
Cold War Scotland, National Museum of Scotland, 13 Jul – 26 Jan
Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland, City Art Centre, 14 Sep – 1 Jun
Tape Letters: Migration on Tape, Museum of Edinburgh, 3 Oct – 23 Feb
Everlyn Nicodemus, Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, 19 Oct – 25 May
Stitched: Scotland’s Embroidered Art, Dovecot Studios, 25 Oct – 18 Jan
Guadalupe Maravilla: Piedras de Fuego (Fire Stones), Talbot Rice Gallery, 26 Oct – 15 Feb
Gabrielle Goliath: Personal Accounts, Talbot Rice Gallery, 26 Oct – 15 Feb
Celebrating 40 Years of Scotland’s Photography… Scottish National Portrait Gallery, 26 Oct – 16 Mar
Pop Life, City Art Centre, 2 Nov – 9 Mar
Dürer to Van Dyck: Drawings from Chatsworth House, Royal Scottish Academy, 9 Nov – 23 Feb
February 2025
Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland, City Art Centre, 14 Sep – 1 Jun
Tape Letters: Migration on Tape, Museum of Edinburgh, 3 Oct – 23 Feb
Everlyn Nicodemus, Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, 19 Oct – 25 May
Guadalupe Maravilla: Piedras de Fuego (Fire Stones), Talbot Rice Gallery, 26 Oct – 15 Feb
Gabrielle Goliath: Personal Accounts, Talbot Rice Gallery, 26 Oct – 15 Feb
Celebrating 40 Years of Scotland’s Photography… Scottish National Portrait Gallery, 26 Oct – 16 Mar
Pop Life, City Art Centre, 2 Nov – 9 Mar
Dürer to Van Dyck: Drawings from Chatsworth House, Royal Scottish Academy, 9 Nov – 23 Feb
December 2025
The Great Scottish Christmas Festival, Inverleith Park, 1 Dec
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