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Upcoming Events in Edinburgh

Our monthly update on the hottest music tickets in town. The Bruntsfield Hotel is a short distance from all the main music venues, including Murrayfield, Edinburgh Castle, The Usher Hall and The Playhouse.

Edinburgh is fast becoming the most popular destination in Scotland for music gigs and events. Book early to avoid disappointment and now is the time to secure your accommodation and plan your trip.

Music Round-Up

Oasis

As part of their much-anticipated reunion tour, Oasis will perform in August. The band's return to the stage is one of the biggest events of the year.

Date/Time:  8th, 9th & 12th August 2025

Venue/Place:  Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn Street, Edinburgh, EH12 5PJ

Tickets:  songkick.com

AC/DC

Concluding their Power Up tour, AC/DC will play in August. This show marks their return to Scotland after a decade, making it a historic rock event

Date/Time:  21st August 2025

Venue/Place:  Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn Street, Edinburgh, EH12 5PJ

Tickets:  timeout.com

Antartic Monkeys

The UK’s number one Artic Monkeys tribute band will perform at the end of August, at O2 Academy. The band thrives for delivering an authentic Arctic Monkeys experience.

Date/Time:  23rd August 2025

Venue/Place:  O2 Academy, Edinburgh, EH14 1RJ

Tickets:  https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk

Chappell Roan

The much-loved artist is coming to Edinburgh at the end of this August, guaranteeing you a night of fun.

Date/Time:  26 - 27th August 2025

Venue/Place:  Royal Highland Showgrounds, Edinburgh

Tickets:  https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk

FESTIVALS

Edinburgh Festival Fringe

The Festival that everyone has heard of. Full of comedians, street artists, magician shows, and other, not-to-miss entertainment.

Date/Time:  1st- 26th August 2025

Venue/Place:  Various Venues

Tickets:  https://www.edfringe.com/

International Book Festival

The festival of every book lover. With over 600 events, this August you’ll have the chance to experience a range of different worlds, all up to your interpretation.

Date/Time:  9th- 24th August 2025

Venue/Place:  Various Venues

Tickets: https://www.edbookfest.co.uk/

Edinburgh International Festival

The annual Edinburgh International Festival that introduces theatre, opera, dance, and music to the public.

Date/Time: 1–24 August 2025

Venue/Place: Various venues across Edinburgh

Tickets: https://www.eif.co.uk/ 

Edinburgh Foodies Festival

Delicious worldwide food and drink, chefs, bakers, music, and events; all in your favourite city. 

Date/Time:  1st- 3rd August 2025

Venue/Place:  Inverleith Park, Edinburgh

Tickets:  https://foodiesfestival.com/events/edinburgh-2/

Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Celebrating Scottish heritage with creativity and talent, at the most famous Scottish sight: Edinburgh Castle.

Date/Time:  1st- 23rd August 2025

Venue/Place:  Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG

Tickets:  https://www.edintattoo.co.uk/the-show/the-venue 

Edinburgh Art Festival

Artist-driven exhibitions, museums, galleries, allowing you to witness, reflect, and participate in a world, full of breath-taking art.

Date/Time:  7th – 24th August 2025

Venue/Place:  Various Venues

Tickets:  https://www.edinburghartfestival.com/ 

Edinburgh International Film Festival

Honouring the best talent in film-making. The Edinburgh International Film Festival has prepared an exciting programme of film and events that is only missing you.

Date/Time:  14th – 20th August 2025

Venue/Place:  Various Venues

Tickets:  https://www.edfilmfest.org/

BUT WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO EAT ON YOUR VISIT TO EDINBURGH?

Don’t worry the city is more than prepared!

Since 2022, every March, all month, many restaurants participate in the ‘Eat Out’ scheme, where customers can enjoy a full month of deals, discounts, and other special events. 

By visiting the partaking establishments, you not only support the hospitality sector as a whole, but your wallet will definitely thank you later.

Date/Time:  All of March.

Venue/Place:   Various venues across Edinburgh

AND WHERE CAN YOU STAY THROUGH YOUR VISIT? THE BRUNTSFIELD HOTEL OFFERS ACCESSIBILITY TO THE CITY, RESTAURANTS, AND OF COURSE, A GREAT NIGHT SLEEP IN ONE OF OUR BEAUTIFULLY COMFORTABLE ROOMS.

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