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Events in Edinburgh

Shifting Vistas: 250 Years of Scottish Landscape

24th June 2023 - 2nd June 2024

250 Years of Scottish Landscape spans artistic production from 18th century to present day, with a selection of historic and contemporary artworks drawn from City Art Centre’s permanent collection.

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Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Antiquaries Exhibition

9th November 2023 - 1st October 2024

Historic Environment Scotland Archives acquired the Rosslyn Album in 2021 and this exhibition presents images from the archive collections relating to Rosslyn Chapel and the contents of the album.

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UNMASKED: Real stories of Nursing in COVID-19

30th November 2023 - 16th May 2024

This exhibition looks behind the masks, to explore the thoughts, feelings and experiences of nursing staff during COVID-19 and past pandemics.

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Warhol After Hours

Selected dates between 28th February 2024 - 15th May 2024

Step into the vibrant world of Warhol After Hours at Dovecot Studios! This exclusive event offers a fusion of socialising and art appreciation against the backdrop of Warhol’s groundbreaking works.

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Elisa Giardina Papa ‘U Scantu’: A Disorderly Tale

1st March 2024 - 19th May 2024

Collective presents the first solo presentation in the UK of Sicilian artist Elisa Giardina Papa's work, in an exhibition titled "U Scantu": A Disorderly Tale (2022).

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Pauline Caulfield Textiles

8th March 2024 - 20th July 2024

This exhibition features over 20 large pieces ranging from fans, chasubles and fabric panels, illuminating Pauline Caulfield’s versatile yet distinctive work!

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Print 24: Group Exhibition

21st March 2024 - 27th April 2024

Detail Framing & Gallery looks forward to welcoming you to this Group Exhibition, offering a closer look at 18 artists' approach to printmaking!

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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland

30th March 2024 - 30th April 2025

The National Library of Scotland's permanent exhibition provides a unique insight into Scotland’s history, culture and people and its place in the world.

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Debut :: Inaugural Open

6th April 2024 - 27th April 2024

&Gallery is delighted to host our inaugural open call exhibition, showcasing thirty-eight artist representing a spectrum of disciplines from across the globe!

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‘Le Monde sans fin’: An exhibition on the ecological transition

10th April 2024 - 10th May 2024

Le Monde sans fin is an original and eco-designed exhibition constituting a visual variation of the comic strip Le Monde sans fin by Jean-Marc Jancovici and Christophe Blain.

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Exhibition: To the North

13th April 2024 - 8th May 2024

Come along to this new exhibition of landscapes by French/Swiss artist Emmanuel Matt showing at Birch Tree Gallery!

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S h i f t i n g | Hazel Frost & Kim Minuti

13th April 2024 - 3rd May 2024

This exhibition at Upright Gallery brings together two Edinburgh based artists, ceramicist Hazel Frost and printmaker Kim Minuti.

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Nature Re-imagined

17th April 2024 - 2nd June 2024

This exhibition at the Scottish Ornithologists Club presents the work of three artists who apply unusual approaches and media to the subject of wildlife.

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Pomegranates Festival

25th April 2024 - 30th April 2024

The Scottish Storytelling Centre welcomes the return of Pomegranates, the annual springtime festival sowing the seeds of international traditional dance!

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Pedal Power: Cycling and Activism in Edinburgh

27th April 2024 - 22nd September 2024

This exhibition at Museum of Edinburgh has been created by groups in Edinburgh who are campaigning to make our city a safe place for cycling.

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Edinburgh Rising from the Ashes: 200 Years of the Scottish Fire Service

3rd May 2024 - 22nd September 2024

Journey through two centuries of firefighting legacy with our special exhibition created in partnership with the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage.

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FISHING: An Exhibition by Stephanïe Vandëm

3rd May 2024 - 15th June 2024

FISHING is a modern exploration of contemporary identities and heritage from artist Stephanïe Vandëm at the Scottish Storytelling Centre from 3rd May!

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FISHING: In Airt & Sang with Tripple - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024

3rd May 2024

Join us on 3rd May at the Scottish Storytelling Centre in celebration to launch FISHING, our May exhibition with an early evening session of songs from harmony singers Tripple.

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Inception Art Show

3rd May 2024 - 12th May 2024

Inception returns to Dalkeith Palace from 3rd to 12th May 2024, showcasing a curated collection of artists.

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Brick Fest Live

4th May 2024 - 6th May 2024
Edinburgh West

For the first time ever, the world’s largest hands-on LEGO® event of its kind catapults from the US to make its UK debut this Spring at the Royal Highland Centre!

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Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path

11th May 2024 - 6th October 2024

The forthcoming exhibition Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path aims to bring this talented artist back to public attention.

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Festival of Freedom

11th May 2024 - 14th May 2024

Beetroots Collective CIC invites you to their 'Festival of Freedom - Poland 20 years in the European Union' which will be held at Southside Community Centre!

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The Book of Wild Flowers: In Conversation with Angie Lewin

12th May 2024

Join illustrator Angie Lewin and author Christopher Stocks in conversation with Dovecot Director, Celia Joicey, to discuss The Book of Wild Flowers plus a last chance to see Andy Warhol: The Textiles!

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Mutual Fascination Exhibition

13th May 2024 - 18th May 2024

Drill Hall artist Felicity Inkpen presents a collection of work from the past decade at this exhibition taking place at Out of the Blue Drill Hall in May!

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Exhibition: ‘Powered by AI’

16th May 2024

Join us on campus on Thursday 16th May for an opportunity to get hands on with the world of AI at Edinburgh Napier, see our facilities and speak to our staff.

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Edinburgh Napier University Degree Show 2024

24th May 2024 - 30th May 2024

The Edinburgh Napier Degree Show is a week-long celebration of our students' talent as they present their final projects to friends, family, industry and the public.

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Edinburgh Model Railway Exhibition

1st June 2024 - 2nd June 2024

The Edinburgh and Lothians Miniature Railway Club is holding a Model Railway Exhibition at George Watsons College on 1st & 2nd June!

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In remembrance of the Scottish Witch Hunts

2nd June 2024

The Weaving Creative Threads Event at the Scottish Storytelling Centre features an evocative blend of artists, storytellers, singers, and speakers gathering to remember Scotland's accused witches.

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Head Injury Information Day

12th June 2024

The Head Injury Information Day on 12th June is the only event of its kind in Scotland dedicated to improving the lives of brain injury survivors.

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The Royal Highland Show

20th June 2024 - 23rd June 2024

One of Scotland's most iconic events, The Royal Highland Show, returns to the Royal Highland Centre between the 20th and 23rd June 2024!

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Moyna Flannigan: Space Shuffle

28th June 2024 - 15th September 2024

In our 40th year, Collective is delighted to welcome back renowned Scottish artist, and early committee member Moyna Flannigan to present an exhibition of new work.

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Game On

29th June 2024 - 3rd November 2024

Get set for Game On - the largest interactive exhibition of the history and the culture of video games.

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Cold War Scotland

13th July 2024 - 26th January 2025

Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict.

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Edinburgh Festival Fringe

2nd August 2024 - 26th August 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

The Edinburgh Fringe returns from 2nd to 26th August 2024 with artists and performers taking to hundreds of stages all over the city to present shows for every taste.

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Truckfest Scotland

3rd August 2024 - 4th August 2024

Scotland's biggest and best truck show returns to Edinburgh's Royal Highland Centre on the 3rd and 4th August, it's a great day out for the family!

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Tabletop Scotland 2024

6th September 2024 - 8th September 2024

Tabletop Scotland is a board game, card game and roleplaying game convention and it's coming to the Royal Highland Centre in September!

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The Edinburgh Wedding Exhibition

28th September 2024 - 29th September 2024

Are you planning your wedding in Scotland and looking for the best Edinburgh wedding suppliers? Then come along to The Edinburgh Wedding Exhibition, one of the largest wedding shows in Scotland!

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Comic Con Scotland

5th October 2024 - 6th October 2024

Comic Con Scotland returns to the Royal Highland Centre on 5th and 6th October 2024!

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Fizz Feast

16th November 2024

It’s Scotland’s Sparkling Event of the Year! A time when we get the chance to try sparkling wines from around the world and feast on fabulous foods from artisan producers.

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Exhibitions Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Art Exhibition Eastwood Art Club

Art Exhibition Eastwood Art Club

11th May 2024

On Saturday 11th May, between 11am and 4pm, Eastwood Art Club will be exhibiting original and affordable paintings at The Park Church in Giffnock!

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Giffnock South Art Club Art Exhibition and Sale

Giffnock South Art Club Art Exhibition and Sale

18th May 2024

Don't miss Giffnock South Art Club's annual exhibition and sale at Giffnock South Parish Church on Saturday 18th May!

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The Wee Art Studio Student Exhibition and Sale

The Wee Art Studio Student Exhibition and Sale

15th June 2024

Come along and see the fantastic and diverse work produced by students from The Wee Art Studio in Clarkston at their Exhibition and Sale in Rouken Glen Park Pavilion on Saturday 15th June!

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Exhibitions Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Weymss Artists and Artisans Exhibition

Weymss Artists and Artisans Exhibition

6th September 2024 - 8th September 2024

The Weymss Artists and Artisans Exhibition, taking place from 6th to 8th September, will feature a wide range of art and pottery from local artists at affordable prices.

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Gathering Surface – Dan Drage

Gathering Surface – Dan Drage

4th April 2024 - 30th June 2024

We’re delighted to host Gathering Surface, a series of art pieces shaped and installed by local artist Dan Drage.

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The Summer of Colour / Private View at Ormus Gallery

The Summer of Colour / Private View at Ormus Gallery

10th May 2024

Join us at Ormus Gallery for our opening evening on 10th of May for some upbeat summer music, delicious drinks, some tasty nibbles and of course a chance to see the new collection before anyone else!

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Exhibitions Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

A Celebration of Life: Jo Sunshine Art Exhibition

A Celebration of Life: Jo Sunshine Art Exhibition

1st February 2024 - 26th April 2024

Jo Sunshine, a partially sighted artist, will bring Skypark's walls to life as her 'shining' art exhibition gets underway in the business destination’s donated art gallery.

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GoGreen Scotland

GoGreen Scotland

27th April 2024 - 28th April 2024

GoGreen, Scotland's first ever consumer sustainability show, headlined by Scotland’s Home of the Year television judge and interior designer Anna Campbell-Jones, comes to the SEC Glasgow in April!

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The Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show

The Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show

11th May 2024 - 12th May 2024

A visit to The Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show at the SEC Glasgow is a must if you're planning a home upgrade!

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Exhibitions Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Strange Horizons - Millie Frood

Strange Horizons - Millie Frood

3rd February 2024 - 6th May 2024

This exhibition brings together a collection of Millie Frood's work as well as oral history and objects from her life as an artist in Motherwell and beyond!

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Exhibition: Between Tweed and Clyde by Douglas Davies

Exhibition: Between Tweed and Clyde by Douglas Davies

27th April 2024 - 26th May 2024

Renowned artist, presents his exhibition of new work 'Between Tweed and the Clyde', celebrating the local landscapes which inspire him, at Biggar and Upper Clydesdale Museum.

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BygoneCon

BygoneCon

11th May 2024

BygoneCon, South Lanarkshire's annual Heritage and Local History Convention, returns to Hamilton Town House Library on Saturday 11th May.

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Exhibitions Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

ACCORD Hospice Annual Art Exhibition

ACCORD Hospice Annual Art Exhibition

26th April 2024 - 11th May 2024

ACCORD Hospice's Annual Art Exhibition returns - bigger and better than ever before - bringing together the best local and national artists to celebrate all forms of art and creativity!

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Film & Comic Con Glasgow

Film & Comic Con Glasgow

24th August 2024 - 25th August 2024

The Film & Comic Con Glasgow returns to Braehead Arena on the weekend of the 24th & 25th August bringing you the best in autograph sessions, photo shoots and panels with your favourite celebrities!

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Sma’ Shot Day

Sma’ Shot Day

6th July 2024

Paisley's annual Sma' Shot day event, one of the oldest workers' festivals in the UK, will take place this year on Saturday 6th July!

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Exhibitions Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Art Exhibition by Stirling4Community Art Group

Art Exhibition by Stirling4Community Art Group

26th April 2024

Join the Stirling4Community Art Group for an Exhibition of framed paintings and drawings by local Stirling based art group members on Friday 26th April at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Hall!

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Stirling 900: A Snapshot Exhibition

Stirling 900: A Snapshot Exhibition

1st June 2024 - 6th July 2024

Stirling 900: A Snapshot celebrates the 900th anniversary of the Royal Burgh of Stirling through the art of continuing GOSSIP members.

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Stirling Future World Exhibition

Stirling Future World Exhibition

2nd April 2024 - 25th May 2024

40 years since its release, Tolbooth Gallery will show ‘Stirling Future World’ a short film hosted by journalist and historian Magnus Magnusson.

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Popular Events

Tales from the Towpath
Citadel Arts Group present 'Tales of the Towpath', a series of short plays exploring the story of the Union Canal and people connected to it. Catch them at the Lochrin Belle 23rd - 25th May!
Hamilton
The multi award-winning cultural phenomenon 'Hamilton' is touring the UK for the very first time and is coming to the Festival Theatre for a 9 week season from 28th February 2024!
Castle Street Market
Held in brightly coloured gazebos in the heart of central Edinburgh, Castle Street Market is filled with top quality products and has something to satisfy every taste!
The Alehouse Sessions
Step inside the world of 17th-century London, as the Usher Hall gets catapulted through time and re-invented as a public drinking house!
Calum Bowie
Edinburgh based singer-songwriter Calum Bowie will headline the Liquid Room on Saturday 7th December!

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