Edinburgh News & Updates

Tickets are selling fast for Christmas at The Botanics, one of Scotland's most enchanting festive experiences. Book now to guarantee your place at this popular light trail.

Bethany Christian Trust invites Edinburgh shoppers to support people facing homelessness this Christmas through their tree sales. This initiative aims to help those in need during the holiday season.

The Bearded Baker, a popular Edinburgh bakery, will close its doors on Christmas Eve after nearly a decade of operation. This closure marks the end of an era for the Canonmills shop.

The popular Polar Express train ride is making its return to Edinburgh Waverley for the Christmas season. This event is a cherished tradition for many families looking to embrace the festive spirit.

The Scottish Chamber Orchestra will present festive concerts from Christmas wonder to New Year celebration. Performances are scheduled in Edinburgh on December 17th and in Glasgow.

The Scottish Christmas Songbook is set to return to Edinburgh this December. It will feature a line-up of Scotland's most beloved folk musicians.

Edinburgh's Christmas at the Botanics attraction is celebrating its 10th anniversary with spectacular new and returning festive light displays. The after-dark event promises a decade of Christmas magic for visitors.

Dobbies' Edinburgh store is holding a Christmas Charity Shopping Night to get customers into the festive spirit. The event aims to raise funds for Alzheimer's Research UK.

This year's Edinburgh's Christmas programme is set to include attractions on George Street. These will feature a Polar Ice Bar and a warming area.

Edinburgh business leaders have expressed concerns that trading over Christmas will be negatively affected. This is due to the cancellation of the city centre ice rink for the upcoming season.

The build for Edinburgh's annual Christmas Market has commenced on Princes Street. The event will officially kick off with a free concert featuring the Red Hot Chilli Pipers and The Eves.

Netflix star Zach Zucker is bringing his cult hit Stamptown to the Edinburgh's Christmas event. The show is a notable addition to the festive entertainment schedule.

Councillors in Edinburgh will consider proposals to allow businesses to stay open later during the Christmas and New Year period. This decision aims to support local commerce during the festive season.

The Christmas light show is making a comeback at Edinburgh's Five Sisters Zoo. This festive event promises a dazzling display for visitors.

The Northern Belle luxury train will offer dedicated Christmas Lunch journeys departing from Edinburgh in 2026. These festive excursions will feature a seven-course lunch and champagne.

Edinburgh's Christmas celebrations will officially begin with a performance by the Red Hot Chilli Pipers on Saturday, November 14. The event will also feature Scottish pop duo The...

Edinburgh's Christmas has announced free events and community tickets for Lothians groups, in partnership with Edinburgh's Hogmanay. This initiative aims to increase community involvement in the festive season.

Edinburgh Winter Festival has named Halo as its new sponsor for both Christmas and Hogmanay events. This sponsorship is a significant boost to Scotland's winter tourism economy.

MagicFest 2026 is set to enchant audiences with "Magical Christmas," featuring Edinburgh's finest performers. This event promises a spectacular display of illusion and wonder for the holiday season.

The Royal Lyceum in Edinburgh is staging 'A Christmas Carol'. Karen Fishwick and Betty Valencia are among the cast members set to perform.

Edinburgh has been named the most likely UK city to experience snow on Christmas Day. This prediction is based on Scotland's traditionally colder winter temperatures.

A free family challenge is encouraging parents in Edinburgh to assess their children's belongings as Christmas approaches. The initiative aims to help families reuse items thoughtfully before the festive season.

Christmas at the Botanics has become a must-visit festive experience in Edinburgh, drawing significant crowds from across Scotland since 2016. It is celebrated as a dazzling beacon of festive fun.

Edinburgh's traditional Christmas market will be held in the city centre from November 4th to January 3rd, featuring a big wheel. A new Winter Arts Market, a unique two-day Christmas craft experience, is also being organized through a partnership.

A new partnership has been announced to bring a unique winter craft market to Edinburgh. This event transforms into a two-day Christmas craft experience, organized by MNB Scotland CIC and Out of the Blue.

The Edinburgh Christmas Market has been recognized as the UK's second-best festive market. It garnered over 920,700 Google searches, placing it just behind London's Hyde Park Winter Wonderland.

Dobbies' Edinburgh store is donating five Christmas trees to local communities. These trees are sustainably grown in environmentally managed fields across Scotland.