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Events in Edinburgh From 25th May – 31st May 2026
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This week in Edinburgh features a mix of live music, theatre, and community events from May 24th to May 31st. Check out performances across the city, from intimate sets in pubs to larger concerts at dedicated venues. Theatres are showing work from established companies and new performers, while spoken word nights offer space for poetry and personal stories. For a social evening, several bars and venues are hosting DJ sets and casual meetups.
Cultural events include live performances across genres, with options for families through kid-friendly shows. Beyond scheduled acts, community gatherings provide chances to connect with others. The city’s historic venues, from Old Town buildings to newer spaces, are hosting both well-known and emerging artists. Public transport, Lothian Buses and Edinburgh Trams, makes getting around easy, and the Water of Leith Walkway offers a route for walkers. Use Edinburgh Waverley railway station for direct access. We’ve picked standout options to help you plan, with events suitable for all interests.
Monday 25th May
Tuesday 26th May
Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Dunfermline
Unified Dating hosts social events in Dunfermline to help singles meet new people in a relaxed setting.
Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Edinburgh
Unified Dating hosts casual social events in Edinburgh to help singles meet new people locally.
Dirty Dancing Live in Concert - With Band And Singers
A live concert performance of 'Dirty Dancing' featuring a band and vocalists at Usher Hall.
Ana Carla Maza: Live in Edinburgh
Cello and vocal artist Ana Carla Maza delivers a genre-blending Afro-Cuban performance in Edinburgh.
Wednesday 27th May
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Cyclists meet at Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre for a guided ride to South Queensferry for fish and chips.
Dead Pony
Dead Pony performs a live music set at La Belle Angèle.
Thomas Dolby
Comedian Thomas Dolby performs his stand-up comedy show at The Queen's Hall in Edinburgh.
Northlink Presents: Bars no Barriers
Edinburgh-based rap artists perform live sets followed by a two-hour open cypher at People's Leisure Club.
Thursday 28th May
The Virginmarys
The Virginmarys perform a live rock concert at The Mash House in Edinburgh.
Loud And Clear Sessions: Edinburgh
Womxn musicians perform collaboratively written music at a live session in Edinburgh.
Speed Dating in Edinburgh | Ages 40-55
A speed dating event for adults aged 40-55 at Manahatta in Edinburgh.
Edinburgh's Finest New Material Comedy: Cracking New Jokes Show!
A new material comedy show featuring fresh jokes at Edinburgh's Dragonfly cocktail bar.
Friday 29th May
Nuts - Dogood x Caldawg Selects: Shepherd, Trucha
Up-and-coming Scottish DJs Shepherd and Trucha host a house and disco music event at People's Leisure Club in Edinburgh.
Edinburgh Pub Crawl
Edinburgh Pub Crawl offers free entry, shots, and drink deals across five venues with a photographer and lively atmosphere.
Newsroom 11-1
Local talent performs live at The Newsroom Bar & Eatery on 29th May 2026.
I’m Grand Mam
Comedians from Cork return with their podcast I'm Grand Mam for a live chat at The Queens Hall in Edinburgh.
Cryptic Shift
Cryptic Shift is a live music performance event at The Hive in Edinburgh.
The Best of Adele. Tribute by Mystery Ensemble
Mystery Ensemble performs an instrumental tribute to Adele's greatest hits at Greyfriars Kirk.
Uptop Fest Scotland
International Dancehall superstar Teejay performs live at The Bongo Club in Edinburgh as part of Uptop Fest Scotland.
Punk's Not Dead Yet
Local punk rock bands perform live at The Banshee Labyrinth in Edinburgh.
Shifter, Joe Clark, The Frescoes, Ferguson
Shifter performs a live set with Joe Clark, The Frescoes, and Ferguson at Cabaret Voltaire in Edinburgh.
Shifter, Joe Clark, The Frescoes
Shifter and Joe Clark perform live with guests at Cabaret Voltaire in Edinburgh.
The Comedy Lock-in
Stand-up comedy night featuring multiple acts at The Beehive Inn, Edinburgh.
Dj Rankin - i am a Raver (Reloaded) Tour
DJ Rankin performs a rave-themed DJ set at The Buccleuch Pub, celebrating the release of I Am A Raver (Reloaded).
Tmpl Music: Metodi, Adrianna
Techno artists Metodi and Adrianna perform a live set at The Liquid Room in Edinburgh.
Tmpl Music Presents: a Night of Techno
A techno music night featuring performances by Metodi, Adrianna, Lino, and Fusso at The Liquid Room.
Saturday 30th May
British Pipe Band Championships
The British Pipe Band Championships take place at the Royal Highland Centre on 30th May.
Edinburgh International Children's Festival 2026
A festival featuring dance, drama, and family performances tailored for children at Edinburgh's Festival Theatre and King's Theatre.
Alien Disko: Gifta (Phase Records)
DJ Gifta makes her Scotland debut at The Bongo Club with Alien Disko, presenting a live electronic music set.
Gifta (Phase Records) // Drum & Bass + Jungle
Gifta of Phase Records performs a drum and bass and jungle set at The Bongo Club in her Scotland debut.
Access Opera: The Marriage of Figaro
A fully accessible performance of Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro adapted for all audiences at Edinburgh's Festival Theatre and King's Theat
Call me Maybe - 2010s Party (Edinburgh)
A 2010s pop-themed dance night at La Belle Angele features hits from the decade's most popular tracks.
Edinburgh Late Night Pub Crawl (10pm) – Shots...
Edinburgh pub crawl offers free shots, drink deals, and VIP club entry starting at 10PM.
Training Ride 3 - Ride to The Sun 2026 - 70 Miler
A training ride for the Ride To The Sun 2026, a 70-mile cycling event from South Queensferry to Stirling and back.
The Dunfermline Bruce Festival Live '26
The Dunfermline Bruce Festival Live '26 returns to Pittencrieff Park with music and performances on 30th and 31st May 2026.
The Dunfermline Bruce Festival Live '26 - Day One
The Dunfermline Bruce Festival Live '26 - Day One takes place at Pittencrieff Park on 30th May 2026.
Debussy by Candlelight
A classical music concert featuring Debussy's works performed by candlelight at St Giles Cathedral.
Smoove & Turrell - The Singles Tour
Smoove & Turrell perform their greatest hits on tour at The Voodoo Rooms.
Tetra Presents Ellia Jaya
Tetra presents Ellia Jaya in a 360-degree Boiler Room-style DJ event at Liquid Rooms.
Tetra Presents Ellia Jaya & Ethan Walsh
Tetra hosts a 360-degree DJ event featuring Ellia Jaya and Ethan Walsh at Liquid Rooms.
Sunday 31st May
Ray Lamontagne - Trouble 20th Anniversary Tour
Ray LaMontagne performs a 20th anniversary tour concert at Usher Hall.
Macy Gray
Singer Macy Gray performs a live concert at The Queen's Hall in Edinburgh.