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
Kaiser Chiefs
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of their debut album, Kaiser Chiefs will perform in July at Edinburgh Castle. The event is part of a special outdoor show, featuring their most popular hits.
Date/Time: 4th July 2025
Venue/Place: Edinburgh Castle, Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG
Tickets: seetickets.com
Marti Pellow
The 30th Anniversary tour of Love is All Around takes you down a musical memory lane.
Date/Time: 5 July 2025
Venue/Place: Edinburgh Castle Esplanade, EH1 2NG
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk
Harry Potter Concert
Harry Potter and The Chambers of Secrets in Concert – for every Harry Potter lover.
Date/Time: 13 July 2025
Venue/Place: Edinburgh Castle Esplanade, EH1 2NG
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons
Classical pieces performed by talented musicians, loved by all classical music-lovers.
Date/Time: 25 July 2025
Venue/Place: St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh, EH1 1RE
Tickets: https://feverup.com/m/109275
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 Jazz & Blues Festival
The Jazz & Blues Festival brings you the best of the best music. It is an event not to be missed.
Date/Time: 11-20 July 2025
Venue/Place: Various venues across Edinburgh
Tickets: https://ejbf.co.uk/collections/ejbf25
Edinburgh Folk & Food Festival
Mouthwatering food accompanied by lively folk music.
Date/Time: 18-27 July 2025
Venue/Place: Assembly George Square Gardens, EH8 9LH
Tickets: https://edfoodfest.com/
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons
Classical pieces performed by talented musicians, loved by all classical music-lovers.
Date/Time: 25 July 2025
Venue/Place: St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh, EH1 1RE
Tickets: https://feverup.com/m/109275
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/
WHAT ELSE?
Flea Market
The last Saturday of every month brings 50 stalls of antiques, second-hand goods, and rare finds.
Date/Time: 26 July 2025
Venue/Place: Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Studio G50, 36 Dalmeny Street, EH6 8RG
Tickets: https://www.facebook.com/edinburghfleamarket/events/
SuperCar Driving Experience
The best supercar experience in Scotland – for juniors and experienced drivers alike.
Date/Time: 26-27 July 2025
Venue/Place: Royal Highland Centre Ingliston, Edinburgh, EH28 8NB
Tickets: https://www.ingliston.co.uk/
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.
