Featured Events in Edinburgh in May, 2025 (June Updated)

A Laldie Ceilidh is at the heart of a great Saturday night. This month we're dancing with live music from Rerr Terr Ceilidh Band. This is suitable for all fun-loving people, including first-timers. You don't need to do the dances "right", you just have to be ready to give it a try (and ready for a laugh). We demonstrate, practice and call dances to suit the overall crowd - and there are always experienced dancers to follow. Come along in a group, come along with a partner, come along on your own - there are lots of opportunities for mixing and dancing with other people. That's part of ceilidh culture. Licensed Bar (cashless). Doors open 7:30pm, dancing from 8pm, ends 11pm. Please note tickets are on sale at Eventbrite and at the venue w ebsite https://assemblyroxy.com/ These are separate ticket allocations. One source may sell out before the other. facebook @LaldieCeilidhs instagram @laldieceilidhsedinburgh Information Source: Laldie Ceilidhs | eventbrite

Ahead of the 2025 UEFA Women’s Champions League Final uncover the stories of women and girls who have played the beautiful game in Scotland for over a century - on formal teams, in Scotland’s national squad, or simply in local streets, parks, and backcourts. Fiona Skillen, Karen Fraser and Julie McNeill – joint editors of ‘A Most Unsuitable Game: Celebrating Scottish Women’s Football Fifty Years After the Ban’ - come together to discuss the history of women and football. This event will shine a light on the perseverance and joy of generations of Scottish women footballers and celebrate how far the game has come. About the speakers Professor Fiona Skillen is a Professor of History within the Department of Social Science at the Glasgow School for Business and Society. Her research interests concern modern history, in particular aspects of sport, gender, health and changes in popular culture. Dr Karen Fraser is an independent researcher associated with the University of Stirling. Her main focus remains seeking to uncover the untold history of women’s football in Scotland. Julie McNeill is the Poet-in-residence for St Mirren FC charitable trust and Makar of the Hampden Collection, the first female poet attached to a professional football club (that we know of) anywhere in the world. Her latest poetry collection, ‘We Are Scottish Football’, came out in May 2024. When you book an event, your personal information will be held and used by the National Library of Scotland and our third-party suppliers for the purposes of allowing you to attend the event and for audience research. For more information, visit the National Library of Scotland privacy pages , in particular the events notice and feedback and complaints notice. We expect attendees to behave respectfully towards presenters, guests and other audience members. Information Source: National Library of Scotland | eventbrite

Join the Brain Tumour Charity at The Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2025! Join us for a weekend of running, whichever race you decide to join, know that your miles can help us beat brain tumours faster. Once you have purchased your place you will be added to the JustRunning event console or be accepted on to it! Date: 24th-25th may 2025 Charity Place Events: 5km Fundraising target: £100 The EMF 5K takes place on the Saturday of the Edinburgh Marathon Festival weekend and is run in the stunning surroundings of Holyrood Park. Starting and finishing near Dynamic Earth, this route offers striking panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle. 10km Fundraising target: £200 The 10K falls on the Saturday of the Edinburgh Marathon Festival weekend and is run in the stunning surroundings of Holyrood Park. Starting and finishing near Dynamic Earth, this route offers striking panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle. Sunday 25th May - Half Marathon - SOLD OUT Sunday 25th May - Marathon Fundraising target: £500 Taking place on Sunday 25th May 2025 and voted the fastest marathon in the UK by Runner’s World. Enjoy a fantastic all-encompassing route which takes in some of Edinburgh’s most iconic landmarks as well as offering picturesque views along the East Lothian coastline. Hairy Haggis Relay Fundraising target: £600 The EMF Relay is a chance for a team of four to join forces and complete the Edinburgh Marathon! With each relay leg posing a different challenge, make sure you pick and order your team wisely; which lucky runner will get The Glory Leg? Want to get involved in other ways, find out more on our website: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/get-involved/ Information Source: The Brain Tumour Charity | eventbrite

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This Evidence for Excellence: Coaching Science Applied conference is dedicated to integrating research and high-performance sport. Organised by the University of Edinburgh Moray House in collaboration with University of Edinburgh Sport, this conference will bring together leading experts to share insights on coaching expertise, strength and conditioning, and athlete development. Our speakers have shaped Olympians, professional athletes, and teams across multiple disciplines, sharing cutting-edge insights into coaching excellence. Information Source: University Sport and Exercise | eventbrite

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Paint the beautiful grounds of Lauriston Castle with ink and watercolours. This stunning location combines nature with architecture and enjoys fantastic views over the Forth to Fife. On this 3 hour sketching tour, Mark (known locally as EdinburghSketcher) will guide you around the castle grounds, picking out details that will help describe the techniques he has picked up over a decade of sketching around the city. Each class will touch on mark making, perspectives, depth and composition, as you go from 5 minute exercises to relax the hand and work on composition, to 30 minute detailed vistas. Mark’s sketching tours are perfect for all levels, from beginners to those who would like to learn more about his unique speed-sketching style, or to practice sketching with ink and watercolour. A mount to house your finished sketches plus all materials needed on the day are included. This is a walking and sketching tour so come dressed for the Scottish weather! If you have any questions you can email Mark at contact@edinburghsketcher.com All materials are included in the price. Prepare for all weathers, this is an outdoor walking and sketching tour so please do check the forecast before you leave and dress appropriately. I will persevere if there is a little light rain but in the event of extreme weather we have space indoors where I will run the workshop using items from the beach and photographs of the area. The minimum age is 8 years old, and anyone aged 8-15 needs to be accompanied by a ticket holding adult. Information Source: Edinburgh Sketcher | eventbrite

Capital Conversations, in partnership with McLeod Media. Introducing Our Guests: Archie Goodburn - A Scottish and GB swimmer, he is the 2023 British Champion in the 50m breaststroke and competed at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.Earlier this year, Archie Goodburn was awarded the Principal’s Medal in recognition of his outstanding achievements as an elite swimmer, his academic excellence, and his unwavering resilience in the face of adversity. Despite a devastating diagnosis of a rare brain tumour, Archie has continued to excel both in his sport and studies, embodying determination and positivity. David Smith MBE - An elite athlete, coach, and speaker, David Smith MBE has an extraordinary story of resilience and perseverance. A multi-sport competitor for Great Britain in rowing, bobsleigh, and cycling, David has faced immense personal challenges, including paralysis and a 14-year battle with cancer. His journey is one of overcoming the odds, inspiring audiences worldwide with his ability to thrive despite adversity. Information Source: University Sport and Exercise | eventbrite

Slavery and the Scottish Enlightenment by John D O Fulton The new ideas and values that emerged from Scotland between the mid-eighteenth and mid-nineteenth century were shaped by the moral dilemmas of the day. As such, the story of the Scottish Enlightenment is intertwined with that of slavery and the slave trade. In his book, "Slavery and the Scottish Enlightenment" , John D O Fulton WS explores this nuanced and conflicting relationship via the compelling life stories of an extraordinary cast of characters—from Jamaican plantation owners to America’s original private eye, Glaswegian merchants to London revolutionaries, escaped American slaves to indomitable female crusaders fighting for America’s soul. They lived in a period of seismic historical events, legal reforms and moral shifts, with slavery at the centre. From a Scottish perspective, Slavery and the Scottish Enlightenment gives a rich, diverse and dramatic account of this momentous period, while examining its relevance to our society today. This talk will be held in the Reading Room of the Advocates Library, Parliament House, Edinburgh, in aid of the Tumbling Lassie campaign, which aims to raise awareness and funds for charities fighting against modern slavery and people trafficking and to help survivors in Scotland and beyond. Doors will open from 5.30pm, with the talk commencing at 6pm, with drinks and canapes served thereafter from around 7pm. John D O Fulton is an Edinburgh born lawyer and author. During a forty year career in property and trust law, he developed an international client base through regular visits to Hong Kong, Singapore and China over twenty three years. Amongst the appointments he has held are Treasurer of the Society of His Majesty’s Signet and Chair of the Clark Foundation for Legal Education. His widely praised first book, 66- the House that viewed the World , was published in 2019. Information Source: The Tumbling Lassie Committee | eventbrite

Join critic and author Stuart Kelly as he chats to author and artist, Kirsten Norrie on Thursday 29th Mayat 7pm, about her latest, transportive, deeply intelligent and richly unsettling book, An American Book of the Dead: A Wild West Séance. Set in the mid to late 1800s this unique Acid Western whose psychedelia stems not from drugs but from the spirit world. When spirit photographer, Ebenezer Elijah Henry is confronted by an enigmatic stranger late one night in his Kansas studio, a peculiar tale is summoned through an impromptu séance that culminates in one of the most arresting photographs ever taken. This is the story of Robert McGee: possible scalping survivor, possible fraud, and how his image was invented by an ambitious photographer already imaging Buffalo Bill's Wild West. Kirsten Norrie is a writer, artist, and musician who publishes poetry under the name MacGillivray. Her work has appeared in the Guardian, the TLS, the Scotsman and on BBC Radio 3 Late Junction and the Verb. In 2024-5 she is the Judith E. Wilson Poetry Fellow at the University of Cambridge and was previously an AHRC Kluge Fellow at the Library of Congress and a 2019 recipient of a Fondation Jan Michalski writer residency in Switzerland. The MacGillivray archive is held at the Scottish Poetry Library.www.kirstennorrie.com Stuart Kelly is a Scottish critic and author. He is the literary editor of The Scotsman. His works includeThe Book Of Lost Books: An Incomplete Guide To All The Books You’ll Never Read,Scott-Land: The Man Who Invented A NationandThe Minister and the Murderer. - Doors: 6.30pm, event starts: 7pm, please arrive early to secure a good seat. Tickets are £3and there is a Ticket & Book option which includes a signed copy of An American Book of the Dead by Kirsten Norrie. The bookshop has level access, events are seated and speakers use microphones. If you have any concerns about accessibility, please do get in touch and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. Refunds are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, we are unable to offer a refund after the event. For more information or if you would like a signed copy because you can't make it to the event, please contact the Blackwell's events team on 0131 622 8222 or matthew.land@blackwell.co.uk Information Source: Blackwell's Edinburgh South Bridge | eventbrite

Experience the enchanting magic of Shakespeare's classic play, "Midsummer Night's Dream," taking place at TechCube in Edinburgh on May 29, 2025. Immerse yourself in the whimsical world of lovers, fairies, and mistaken identities in this timeless tale of love and fantasy. Join us at 1 Summerhall Place for an unforgettable evening filled with entertainment and wonder. Tickets are priced at £10, offering an affordable opportunity to witness this captivating performance live on stage. Don't miss out on this unique cultural event in the heart of Edinburgh.

Join our beautiful sacred space for an inner journey to deeply relax your Mind, Body, and Soul as waves of instruments and voice sound frequencies, cleanse, clear and harmonise your being, bringing peace and harmony within yourself. Relax to the beautiful sacred sounds of the Tam Tam Gong, Shamanic drum, Tibetan bowls, Rain sticks, Kalimba Thumb Piano, voice channelling and many other instruments... Travel with the sounds of sacred songs, those from ancestors, shamanic and light language songs. As you sink deeper into stillness, answers and inspiration from your Higher Self and the Universe naturally come to you more easily, offering you a new perspective on everything that is possible for you to be. The sound carries out a subtle work of healing and transformation. Each sound bath is a different journey as we create it in the present moment. It is a moment of magic out of time just for you... As you slowly emerge from the Sound Bath, you will be offered to enjoy a beautiful an uplifting Maple & Cinnamon infusion. What to expect: - A welcoming sacred-space to unwind - Opportunities to release emotional blocks and invite positive intention -Feeling of complete grounding -Connect to your higher-self and trust your intuitions Open for everyone Age 18+ -What to bring: Mats are provided. Please bring a pllow and a blanket . Feel free to bring whatever else you feel mayhelp with your relaxation. An open Mind&Heart and Water to drink. -Booking and payment options: For booking, email or text your name, first name, number of people attending and preferred way of contact or use the Eventbrite link. Payable via direct bank transfer, the Eventbrite or in Person on the Event’s Day. Fees: £21 General £17 Concession £14 Early bird Package available for 5 sessions on request -All enquiries to Maimouna Ly at naomhaom@gmail.com / 07751143584. You can also visit: https://www.naomhaom.com/workshops/ https://www.instagram.com/naomha_om/ Disclaimer + Contradictions: Sound healing is safe and beneficial for most people. However, it’s not suitable for anyone with the following issues: Any deep vein thrombosis in the leg or known thrombi, open wounds, acute inflammations and tumours, suffering from Tinnitus, Meniere's disease or Epilepsy pacemaker or defibrillator or a metallic implant (cannot be placed on or near the affected area). It is advised not to receive sound healing if you are in your first trimester of pregnancy. Please ensure you make the best decision to keep yourself safe and be aware that you are responsible for your wellbeing. Information Source: Naomha OM - Teacher: Maimouna | eventbrite

Welcome to Mark Malibu & The Wasagas Live in Edinburgh! Get ready for a night of surf rock vibes and groovy tunes at The Wee Red Bar. Canadas Surf Punk pioneers are crashing the UK and you are cordially invited to shake, shimmy and jive with them. They're coming from the Great White North to give you a Great Night Out. Support comes from The Bad Moods and Mariachi Death Squad...let's get ready for a shakedown! Information Source: eventbrite

Edinburgh College of Art welcomes visitors to a showcase of work by graduating students. The Graduate Show 2025 will feature the work of Art, Design, Music, Architecture, and Landscape Architecture students. Visitors are welcome to explore and discover the creations of a new generation of creatives. The Graduate Show 2025 website will launch alongside the physical show, where you can explore and revisit the students' works from this year. Visiting the Show ECA Graduate Show 2025 will be open Friday 30 May - Friday 6 June, 10.00am - 5.00pm.Late opening until 8.00pm Thursday 5 June.Booking is essential to allow us to manage the capacity of the building. Visitors are welcome to come at any time during their ticketed time.Access Please do let us know if you require any support in accessing this event by emailing eca.events@ed.ac.uk. Please see ECA's privacy notice for more information on how your personal details provided will be used and stored. Information Source: Edinburgh College of Art | eventbrite

Savor a selection of delectable cheese or charcuterie platters, perfectly paired with a glass of wine, as you take in the serene ambiance of the Mansion House set within Edinburgh Zoo. This is the perfect get together for groups before heading along to the much-anticipated Robbie Williams concert at Murrayfield. Each ticket gets you free parking, entry into Edinburgh Zoo, a cheese or meat board and glass of wine. Additional drinks can be purchased at our Mansion House bar. For further information please contact events@rzss.org.uk Information Source: RZSS Edinburgh Zoo | eventbrite

Waste into Wonder: Making Mist Makers Come join us for a creative session where we make open sourced mist maker. In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to make your own mist makers using some recycled materials. Let's gather to craft and chat while mastering the mystical mist! No experience necessary, just bring your enthusiasm and creativity. See you there! (Yes we know Edinburgh is very humid tho) (Bring used container waste if you have them at home!) Information Source: David Yang and shuang cai | eventbrite

Welcome to the Corstorphine P7 Football Party! Date: Time: Location: Powerleague Edinburgh Sighthill Come join us for a fun-filled day of football at our P7 Football Party! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is perfect for all skill levels. Get ready to showcase your moves on the pitch and make new friends along the way. Don't miss out on the chance to score some goals and have a blast with your fellow players. See you there! Information Source: eventbrite

The centenary of celebrated Scottish artist Ian Hamilton Finlay (1925-2006) will be marked by a new, free display of his work at Modern Two. Sculptor, poet, printmaker, gardener and provocateur, he achieved international renown from the 1970s.Rarely leaving his home in the Pentland Hills, he created a garden of sculptures that attracts visitors from all over the world. Occupying the ground floor rooms of Modern Two, the display includes sculptures, prints and a room-size installation as well as extensive archival material.

Welcome to the Glen Scotia Whisky Tasting at Cask and Vine! A night of whisky, cheese and charcuterie. Enjoy 6 whiskies from Glen Scotia, all paired with some Cask and Vine cheese and charcuterie. Anybody purchasing bottles on the night will enjoy £5 off. Information Source: Cask and Vine | eventbrite

Welcome to Generative AI for Society and Workplace! Dive into the transformative world of Generative AI with this workshop, designed to empower professionals to harness the latest AI technologies for both societal and workplace innovation. Through a series of engaging modules, participants will explore foundational concepts, and advanced applications, with real-world use cases. This workshop will provide the tools and knowledge needed to effectively integrate Generative AI into various business processes, navigate ethical considerations, and lead AI-driven initiatives. Join us to become a pivotal force in shaping the future of your industry with Generative AI. Claim a 5% Discount on this workshop, click here to access! Why Learn About Generative AI Generative AI stands at the forefront of technological innovation, reshaping industries by enabling new ways to create content, automate processes, and analyze data. This knowledge empowers professionals to lead in the adoption of cutting-edge tools that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency, prepare for future challenges, and drive sustainable growth in an increasingly AI-integrated world. 01) Innovation and Creativity Generative AI opens new avenues for creativity and innovation, allowing for the generation of novel ideas, designs, and solutions that can transform industries. 02) Efficiency and Automation It significantly enhances efficiency, automating routine tasks and analyzing complex data sets quickly, freeing up human resources for more strategic activities. 03) Competitive Advantage Understanding and implementing Generative AI technologies provides a significant competitive edge, helping organizations stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. What You'll Gain from this Workshop 01) Comprehensive Skill Development Develop a deep understanding of Generative AI, mastering foundational concepts, and advanced applications to implement AI solutions effectively in their organizations. 02) Practical Application and Automation Strategies Gain practical insights and experience through real-world use cases and exercises, learning to integrate Generative AI into business processes to boost efficiency and drive innovation. 03) Ethical Understanding and Risk Management Explore AI's ethical implications, understand potential risks, and learn strategies for responsible deployment to meet industry standards. 04) Leadership and Innovation Preparation Learn how to lead AI-driven projects and foster innovation within their teams, positioning themselves as forward-thinking leaders in their respective fields. Who Should Attend 01) Business Leaders & Executives Senior professionals exploring strategic AI integrations for operational and competitive advancements. 02) HR Professionals and Policy Makers Ideal for those keen to navigate the ethical, regulatory, and workforce challenges presented by AI technologies. 03) Innovators and Technologists Entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts seeking to leverage AI for new business solutions and societal impact. Information Source: Rapid Skill Up | eventbrite

Final performance, Austen, Caleb, Luke Come join us for the final uni performace of Austen, Caleb, and Luke at The Voodoo Rooms ! It's going to be an epic night filled with amazing music and good vibes. Don't miss out on this chance to see these talented musicians live in person. Grab your friends and get ready for a night to remember. See you there! Information Source: eventbrite

COWBOY HUNTERS @ LEITH DEPOT + FRANTIC LOVE + KULLNES COWBOYS REFUSED ENTRY DOORS 19:00 CUHMOOONNN Information Source: Cowboy Hunters | eventbrite

What is longform improv?! Many people know improv as as fast games with lots of laughs. It is that... and also, so much more!! Improv can be longer, it can be dramatic, it can have layers and twists and turns. Come join us for a journey through improv's more complex and theatrical side. Together in this intro to longform improv course we will explore the skills of long-form from beginning to performance level. We'll look at different structures for long-form shows and how a group can take a single word suggestion and create a whole piece of theatre from it. This is a supportive and fun environment where you can relax into silliness! Each class will include games and exercises to get us feeling loose and inspire fun, and then dive us into the topic of the day. You will be on your feet, active, trying and playing - laughs are guaranteed! Topics: Trust Ourselves, Trust Others Working Together as a Group Creating a Scene Character & Relationships Finding the Focus of a Scene Making Connections Exploring Themes Putting It All Together: The Harold Having Fun Creating New Theatre Pre-requisite: Introduction to Improv (101) (or proof of equivalent) This course is ideally aimed at: those with some basic improv training and wishing to expand further; those who wish to specialise in long-form improv; performers with short-form background/experience wishing to become more relaxed and familiar with long-form improv. In addition, there will be a performance opportunity at the end of this course which students are encouraged (but not required) to try. Your teacher: Gregor is a professional classically trained actor who has trained and worked all over the UK. His performance range spans everything from Shakespeare's protagonists to " that background tree ". He brings an inclusive and kind nature to teaching and you will leave every class with an a-ha moment! Class dates (Every class is 2.5 hours: 18:15-20:45): May 1, 8, 15, 29 June 5, 12, 26 July 3 (No class 22 May or 19 June as these are our monthly public drop-ins) Cost : £ 175 early bird /£195 Use code :"Earlybird" at checkout up to 17 April Information Source: TBC Improv | eventbrite

Edinburgh Makar, author, and debut novelist, Michael Pedersen, will shepherd us through a vivacious night in homage to Robert Louis Stevenson and storytelling. The night will begin with a screening of ‘Pedersen & The Spirit of Robert Louis Stevenson’, which is a short documentary by Spanish filmmaker David Carrillo. Presented by Pedersen, the film features the National Library’s curator Dr Colin McIlory with highlights from the Library’s treasured Robert Louis Stevenson archives. David and Colin will join us for a lively post-screening chat. Following this, Pedersen will be joined by internationally acclaimed novelist Val McDermid, who will share her passion for Stevenson and her love of literature. Together, they’ll bring Stevenson’s work to life through readings and stories while reflecting on their own literary journeys. This event is part of our current display ‘ Tusitala: Pacific Perspectives on Robert Louis Stevenson ’, which is on at George IV Bridge until 10 May. About the speakers Michael Pedersen is a prize-winning poet and author, the Writer in Residence at The University of Edinburgh and the Edinburgh Makar. Pedersen has been shortlisted for the Forward Prizes Poetry and the Saltire Scottish National Book Awards and has won a Robert Louis Stevenson Fellowship. Dubbed the Queen of Crime, Val McDermid is a celebrated and bestselling Scottish crime writer. She has sold over 19 million books to date across the globe and is translated into more than 40 languages. David Carrillo is a Spanish filmmaker based in Edinburgh. He has worked in feature films, commercials and festivals. ’Pedersen and the Spirit of Robert Louis Stevenson’ is his more recent project as a director. Dr Colin McIlroy is the Curator of Modern Literary Manuscripts at the National Library of Scotland. "Everyday courage has few witnesses. But yours is no less noble because no drum beats for you and no crowds shout your name." — Robert Louis Stevenson Refreshments will be available to purchase at the cafe before the event begins at 6:30pm. When you book an event, your personal information will be held and used by the National Library of Scotland and our third-party suppliers for the purposes of allowing you to attend the event and for audience research. For more information, visit the National Library of Scotland privacy pages , in particular the events notice and feedback and complaints notice. We expect attendees to behave respectfully towards presenters, guests and other audience members. Information Source: National Library of Scotland | eventbrite

Open Night Description and Enrolment Details Come along to an open night. Our coaches will be on hand to help you get an idea of what paddling is all about. They will help you have a safe and fun introduction to canoes/kayaks/paddleboards. The session lasts for 2 hours and will give you a chance to try canoe, kayak and/or paddleboard in a relaxed environment. Who is this event for? Open sessions are suitable for complete beginners as well as those who have paddled before. There will be instructors on hand to get you safely on the water and paddling around. If you have done some paddling before, come along, see what the club has to offer and decide if you want to get back into the sport with the club. Location Open sessions run from our boathouse, situated on the bank of the Union Canal at the southern end of Harrison Road. The nearest Postcode is Polwarth Church - EH11 1LU. What you should bring with you: You will need suitable clothing (this is weather dependent, but could include a fleece, warm t-shirt/thermal, tracksuit trousers, cagoule/windproof, hat and towel). We encourage you to wear footwear, plimsolls are ideal. There are changing rooms & a toilet available during this time. We strongly recommend a towel and change of clothes during the colder months, just in case! Contact details Please contact Sarah the Forth Canoe Club secretary once you have booked if you have any questions: fcc.secretary@yahoo.com Why do I have to fill in all these forms? We appreciate it takes time to complete the forms but we have a requirement to provide our coaches with up to date information about the students they will be coaching - their needs, medical issues and emergency details - please work with us to give our coaches the information they need. DATA USAGE Forth Canoe Club will keep a record of members’ names and addresses and contact details on a computer accessible to the Forth Canoe Club Committee. Your record may be inspected by contacting the Membership Secretary. We are affiliated to the SCA and will pass on your data for insurance and membership statistics use. By signing up this course, you are agreeing for Forth Canoe Club to use your contact data in this way if necessary. Information Source: Forth Canoe Club | eventbrite

Whisky & Cigar – A Dalmore & Davidoff Experience at The Glasshouse Join us on 1st May 2025 for an exclusive evening of indulgence at The Glasshouse Hotel, where the rich flavors of Dalmore whisky meet the elegance of Davidoff cigars in a truly refined setting. Your experience begins with a welcome drink, setting the stage for a night of sophisticated enjoyment. As you savour a Robusto-style cigar, three carefully selected Dalmore drams will be served in perfect harmony with different thirds of the cigar, enhancing the tasting journey. To complete the experience, a trio of delicious canapés will be expertly paired with the whiskies. This floating event invites you to move between the cozy fireplace in The Snug and our rooftop terrace, where breathtaking views of Edinburgh provide the perfect backdrop. Whether by the fire or under the open sky, take a moment to relax, unwind, and appreciate life’s finer pleasures. Inclusions : 1 x arrival drink , 3 drams , 3 canapes and a Cigar: Davidoff WSC Robusto Spaces are limited—reserve your place now for this unforgettable evening. Information Source: The Glasshouse | eventbrite

Join Jacquetta Megarry on Thursday 1st May , at 7pm , as she chats to Jenny Brown about 25 years of Rucksack Readers ! Rucksack Readers is the specialist publisher for long-distance trails celebrates 25 years of award-winning guidebooks for adventurous walkers and cyclists. This year marks 25 years since Jacquetta Megarry founded the only guidebook publisher dedicated to long-distance trails for walkers and cyclists in the UK, probably in the world: the award-winning Rucksack Readers®. Megarry founded Rucksack Readers® in 2000 to create guidebooks in a rucksack-friendly format. On her first long-distance walk, the West Highland Way, she had found the traditional design of the official guidebook impractical. Megarry thought she could do better and began to devise a waterproof, lightweight format with built-in mapping, optimised for the route. Rucksack Readers® are the result. They have become one of the UK’s bestselling guides to long distance walking in the UK and Ireland with more than 40 guidebooks in print. Uniquely, Megarry tests the directions by walking the trails personally, and often works closely with the trail manager to improve the route itself.She devised the Rob Roy Way in 2001 and has remained deeply involved with its management and waymarking ever since. Rucksack Readers® are printed on specially treated paper that resists rain and snow. They focus on the things which matter – rigorously field-tested route descriptions, built-in maps optimised for the route and 100 gorgeous photographs – all in the lightest and most weatherproof package on the market. To commemorate this milestone, on 1 May Rucksack Readers®is launching a new Scottish title, River Tay Way , and revised editions of popular English routes ( Cumbria Way and Heart of the Cotswolds ) together with the Wicklow Way which starts in Dublin. "I had the most wonderful time walking the Nidderdale Way and would recommend it as an ideal long-distance path." - Clare Balding, broadcaster and author "Helpful and fascinating." - Lorraine Kelly, TV presenter and author “The perfect companion for anyone wanting a modern, honest guide to making the most of the experience.” - Stephen Jardine, broadcaster - Doors: 6.30pm, event starts: 7pm, please arrive early to secure a good seat. Tickets are £3 The bookshop has level access, events are seated and speakers use microphones. If you have any concerns about accessibility, please do get in touch and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. Refunds are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, we are unable to offer a refund after the event. For more information or if you would like a signed copy because you can't make it to the event, please contact the Blackwell's events team on 0131 622 8222 or matthew.land@blackwell.co.uk Information Source: Blackwell's Edinburgh South Bridge | eventbrite

Following their string of sold-out shows and five-star reviews: "a most enchanting concert" (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Edinburgh Guide) "masters of their crafts" (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Binge Fringe) " an atmosphere which is all too often missed in our digital world " (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Corr Blimey) Moonlight Concerts invite you to join acclaimed Usher Hall and Live Music Now emerging artist Matthew Shiel as he he leads his acclaimed jazz band on a swinging, toe-tapping odyssey through blues, Berlin cabaret, ragtime and New York jazz piano improv with poignant storytelling – by candlelight. Programme includes Joplin’s The Entertainer, Brubeck’s Take 5, Gershwin’s showstopper Rhapsody in Blue and cabaret music by the Jewish composer Erwin Schulhoff (1894 – 1942) – who for the ‘crime’ of composing jazz was murdered by the Third Reich. Join Matthew for an unforgettable evening of piano excellence and emotional storytelling at an intimately candlelit St Vincent's Chapel - dating from 1857, it is one of Scotland's magnificent chapels and an architectural icon. PROGRAMME Take 5 and Unsquared Dance – Dave Brubeck The Entertainer, Spotlight Rag and Stoptime Rag (from his complete Rags) – Scott Joplin Blues, Chanson and Charleston (from Cinq Études de Jazz) – Erwin Schulhoff Rhapsody in Blue – George Gershwin Matthew Shiel 'Matthew Shiel shone' (Three Weeks) and 'Matthew Shiel 'composed' a most enchanting concert. 5 stars!' (Edinburgh Guide) - reviewers are applauding Matthew for his unique, creative and fresh approach to music performance which push the boundaries of what a piano recital can be. Matthew Shiel is an award-winning concert pianist, Usher Hall and Live Music Now Scotland emerging artist who has performed at Usher Hall, The National Portrait Gallery of Scotland, St Gile's Cathedral (Edinburgh), The Glasshouse International Centre for Music (Newcastle) and Glasgow City Halls. Matthew is a graduate of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and has collaborated with festivals including the Åben Festival (Copenhagen), Music at Paxton (Berwick) and a sold-out show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Moonlight Moonlight is a performing arts company that creates immersive classical music experiences, concerts, shows and exhibitions. It celebrates interdisciplinary collaboration with writers and storytellers, visual artists, dancers and filmmakers (and beyond) to push the boundaries of what a classical concert can be and create the 'performance of the future.' Our aim is to make classical music appealing to the demands and expectations of a 21st Century audience and make classical music accessible for all. moonlightconcerts.co.uk Information Source: Moonlight | eventbrite

You are warmly invited to join us for a special event in conjunction with Walker & Bromwich’s current exhibition at Talbot Rice Gallery. This event will take place at the Stuart MacLaren Room, Law School, Old College. Artists Zoe Walker & Neil Bromwich will be in conversation with curator and artist Amal Khalaf. Walker & Bromwich / Searching for a Change of Consciousness assembles utopian, socialist and animist ideals to create spaces for communities to come together around issues of climate change and social justice. This event is part of our 50th anniversary celebrations, marking five decades of exhibitions in Edinburgh, open to everyone and always free. Walker & Bromwich have presented work at documenta-fifteen Germany, SEA + Triennale Jakarta, Thessaloniki Biennale, Greece, MCA Sydney; Tate Britain; V&A London; Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art UK, Glasgow International; Edinburgh Art Festival, ACCA, Melbourne; Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art, Helsinki. As well as expansive public commissions such as Encampment of Eternal Hope at COP26 and The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, Serpent of Capitalism Roskilder Festival Denmark, Celestial Radio 2002-13 and the Workers Maypole for Great Exhibition of the North 2018. Amal Khalaf is a curator and artist who serves as Director of Programmes at Cubitt (2019–present) and is also co-curating Sharjah Biennial 16 (February–June 2025), in the UAE and the Ghost 2568 (October - November 2025) in Bangkok, Thailand. Amal Khalaf served as the Civic Curator at the Serpentine Galleries (2009–2023), where she shaped the Civic programme and commissioned over 50 long term, collaborative projects in neighbourhoods across London. There and in other contexts she has developed residencies, exhibitions and collaborative research projects at the intersection of arts and social justice. Information Source: Talbot Rice Gallery | eventbrite

Witness the intense showdown at the COWBOY HUNTERS - COWBOY DECIMATION HEADLINE event, taking place in Edinburgh at the Leith Depot on May 1, 2025. Located at 138-142 Leith Walk, Edinburgh, EH6 5DT, this thrilling event promises an unforgettable experience for all attendees. Join us for a captivating display of cowboy skills and talent in a dynamic and immersive setting. Mark your calendars for this exciting gathering of cowboy enthusiasts and experience the ultimate showdown in the world of cowboy hunting.