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
Primal Scream
Date/Time 3rd of April, Thursday at 19:00
Venue/Place Usher Hall, Edinburgh
Tickets: Primal Scream Usher Hall Edinburgh Tickets | Thu 03 Apr 2025 - viagogo
Primal Scream is coming to town! Or, in other words, the Scottish alternative rock and dance band it hurts to miss out on. Book your tickets now for a concert that holds great enjoyment, brilliant music, and the possibility of a lost voice the day after.
Please remember, the event allows over 14s only!
Robbie Williams - Robbie Williams promises a grand show with a lineup that includes Rag'n'Bone Man and The Lottery Winners
Date/Time: From 31st May 2025
Venue/Place: Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn Street, Edinburgh, EH12 5PJ
Tickets: songkick.com
Billy Joel – Billy Joel is returning to Edinburgh for the first time in 46 years. It's a rare opportunity to catch this legendary artist live.
Date/Time: 7th June 2025
Venue/Place: Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn Street, Edinburgh, EH12 5PJ
Tickets: murrayfieldexperience.com
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
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
Beauty & The Beast
Date/Time 3rd of April, Thursday at 19:00
Venue/Place Church Hill Theatre, Edinburgh
Tickets: https://churchhilltheatre.co.uk/whats-on/beauty-and-beast
While Disney classics are fascinating even just on a screen, the opportunity of seeing it in person cannot be outmatched. This Broadway musical flies you into a magical world of love, music, and choreography, performed by amazing talents.
The show is suitable and enjoyable for all ages so there’s no need to leave the kids home. Book now so you don’t miss out!
Royal Scottish National Orchestra – Secret Seats: Jess Gillam & Shostakovich Eight
Date/Time 4th of April 2025, Friday at 19:30
Venue/Place Usher Hall, Edinburgh
Tickets: Create booking | Usher Hall
A classical concert that exposes the uncomfortable truths of the Second World War. The masterpiece holds a powerful, uncompromising tone that awakens feelings in every listener. Do not miss out on the chilling reminders of history, book your tickets now.
Vivaldi Four Seasons By Candlelight
Date/Time 5th of April, Saturday at 19:30
Venue/Place St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral, Edinburgh
Tickets: Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight - Edinburgh | Fever
A perfect event for all classical music lover. Get enchanted by Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and additional masterpieces, performed by musical talents in a candlelit cathedral. The night will certainly be one you’ll never forget.
Edinburgh International Harp Festival
Date/Time 11th to 15th of April
Venue/Place George Watson’s College, Edinburgh
Tickets: Edinburgh International Harp Festival
This April, the Edinburgh International Harp Festival welcomes you again, for the 44th time! Enjoy concerts performed by young talents, join workshops and courses, and meet phenomenal performers and tutors from around the world!
SILENT DISCO ADVENTURE TOUR
Have you ever thought you were absolutely crushing that karaoke then looked back at the video later on just to be proved otherwise? Good news, with the Edinburgh Silent Disco Walking Tour, no evidence will be necessary. Just take of your headphones for a second and enjoy the chaos of lyrics and voices. I bet you won’t be able to go long without laughter!
So, if you are brave-hearted, like singing, and want to discover Edinburgh in an extraordinary way, book the Silent Disco Adventure Tour. You and your group will certainly be the centre of the attention!
Date/Time: Saturdays in March, 12pm or 3pm
Venue/Place: Piper's Rest, 3 Hunter Square, Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1QW
RUGBY FANS! THIS IS YOUR TIME TO SHINE.
Edinburgh is a fantastic city but, this upcoming month, it may hold a special place in rugby-fans hearts’.
Murrayfield Stadium hosts the Six Nations, offering an unforgettable experience for all rugby-lovers. So put on your rugby shirts, have a pint to get into match-spirit, and head to Murrayfield (It is easily accessible from the centre with one bus only).
Date/Time: Scotland Vs Wales, 8th March, kick off 4:45 pm.
Venue/Place: Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn St, Edinburgh EH12 5PJ
RUNNING EVENTS
Kilomathon
Date/Time 6th of April, Sunday at 08:30
Venue/Place Clark Road Cycle/ Murrayfield Stadium/Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre (depending on distance chosen), Edinburgh
Tickets: Kilomathon Scotland - 6th April 2025
The Kilomathon is the perfect event for testing your abilities, get a bit of exercise, and return home with an unique sense of accomplishment. Choose your preferred distance, starting from 2.62 K to 13.1K and start racing!
WHAT ELSE?
Edinburgh Science Festival
Date/Time 5th to 20th of April
Venue/Place Different venues
Tickets: Edinburgh Science Festival
The Edinburgh Science Festival is held at several venues offering children and adults educating and interesting shows that investigate the challenges of living on Earth with finite resources. Pick your favourites and book before tickets run out!
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.
