Forget Times Square in New York, if there’s one place you’ve got to experience celebrating the New Year – it’s at Edinburgh’s Hogmanay.
Edinburgh is the world's festival city!
With a packed programme of events, Edinburgh’s festivals continue to be a unique showcase of Scottish and international talent. The festivals are excited to invite you back for 2022.
The Edinburgh Festivals' 2022 Programmes
However, this is just a taste! If you're wondering what to expect from any of Edinburgh’s world-renowned festivals, or are just desperate to whet your appetite for your next visit, you can check out our pages on these other Edinburgh festivals.
Edinburgh International Science Festival
For over 30 years the Edinburgh International Science Festival has served up fun and facts in a bid to get everyone interested in science.
Edinburgh International Children’s Festival
If you think Edinburgh’s festivals are just for adults, think again. Step into the spotlight, Edinburgh International Children’s Festival!
Edinburgh International Film Festival
Edinburgh boasts the world's longest continuously-running film festival - beat that Cannes!
Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival
The Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival is a vibrant and diverse event which serves up the very best swing, soul, samba and much more.
Edinburgh Art Festival
Founded in 2004, the Edinburgh Art Festival is the only major annual festival dedicated to the visual arts within the UK.
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
There are few who can resist the stirring skirl of the pipes and the powerful crash of the drums at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo!
Edinburgh International Festival
The Edinburgh International Festival is the highlight of Scotland's calendar turning the capital into a cultural hotspot every August.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe features famous comedians and professional musicians alongside student sketch troops and the stars of tomorrow.
Edinburgh International Book Festival
Edinburgh is the world’s first UNESCO City of Literature, and home to the Edinburgh International Book Festival – the perfect fit.
Scottish International Storytelling Festival
The Edinburgh International Storytelling Festival will transport you to other worlds, times and places through the traditional telling of tales.