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Edinburgh Festivals

Festivals are what Edinburgh does best. Edinburgh Festivals take place throughout the year with a wide variety of great events including the International Festival, Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Edinburgh Book Festival and the Film Festival amongst others.

enjoying the Edinburgh International Book Festival

Fringe performer breathes fire whilst on the Royal Mile during the Fringe

Fringe performer breathes fire during the Fringe

People sit outside at night in the E4 Udderbelly venue during the Fringe

E4 Udderbelly Fringe venue in Bristo Square

Fireworks explode over Edinburgh Castle to mark the end of the Edinburgh International Festival

Bank of Scotland fireworks concert

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Scottish International Storytelling Festival

The Scottish International Storytelling Festival provides an array of story-telling performances, talks, workshops and discussions throughout Edinburgh.

Teachers and students at the Storytelling Centre's Tell-a-story-day

Leith Festival

Check out the Leith Festival, a traditional community arts festival with a varied programme of arts, tours, music, food and sport.

Edinburgh International Book Festival

Every August, for just over two weeks, the world’s largest celebration of the written word takes over Charlotte Square; the Edinburgh International Book Festival.

Edinburgh Mela Festival

Head to the Edinburgh Mela Festival, one of Europe’s largest and most important multicultural events for a unique and truly unforgettable experience.

Bank of Scotland Imaginate Festival

Described by The Scotsman as an indispensable part of the Scottish and international theatre scene, the Bank of Scotland Imaginate Festival offers the chance to see award-winning productions from across the globe.

the exterior of the Playhouse, Edinburgh, at night

International Film Festival - Edinburgh

Head to the Edinburgh International Film Festival for the very best in international cinema alongside a whole host of debates, experiences and events.

Edinburgh International Film Festival sign

Edinburgh Art Festival

If art is your passion, the Edinburgh Art Festival, Scotland’s largest visual arts festival is simply unmissable as it is home to a wide array of visual arts, exhibitions and events held throughout the city.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Free Fringe

The largest arts festival anywhere in the world, the magnificent and world-famous Edinburgh Festival Fringe hosts a range of outstanding events and performances.

Fringe performer breathes fire whilst on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh

Edinburgh International Festival

The Edinburgh International Festival is the official centerpiece of Edinburgh’s summer festival with a growing programme of dance, music, theatre and opera.

Festival of Politics

Enjoy the unique Festival of Politics in Edinburgh, which offers a range of talks, debates and exhibitions from some of the most influential players in British politics.