Edinburgh News & Updates

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.

Injured stars are hoping for Christmas miracles as URC rivals sense an opportunity. Key Ireland players are currently sidelined, impacting the team's performance.

Edinburgh's George Street will once again host the popular polar ice bar this Christmas. The attraction will feature a brand new Viking theme for visitors to enjoy.

Edinburgh Castle's popular Christmas light show, Castle of Light, has been cancelled after six years. Historic Environment Scotland cited unpredictable weather as a reason for not extending the event.

The annual winter light show at Edinburgh Castle has been cancelled after a six-year run. This decision means there will be no Castle of Light event this year.

Historic Environment Scotland has announced the cancellation of Edinburgh's Castle of Light event after six years. Unpredictable weather conditions were cited as a factor in the decision.

Royal Mile Silver, an Edinburgh jewellery shop, has a stall at this year's Christmas market. The shop offers unique Celtic, Viking, and Scottish jewellery.

The voco Edinburgh Haymarket is offering ways to make your Christmas celebrations special this year. They are providing festive packages and experiences to enhance the holiday season.