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Edinburgh Events in August

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The Comedy Lock-In

Saturday 1st August

8:15pm - 10:15pm

Beehive Inn, Edinburgh

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The Comedy Lock-In

Beehive Inn, Edinburgh

Join us in The Comedy Attic, Edinburgh's original gig above pub Comedy Club. Rick Molland, is you're amazing MC, he'll be showcasing some amazing acts

Dead mob, Victims of life + supports

Wednesday 12th August

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Bannermans Edinburgh

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Dead mob, Victims of life + supports

Bannermans Edinburgh

West Midlands based hardcore metal outfit Dead Mob tour Scotland for the first time, joined by West Midlands aggression generals victims of life.

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Definitely Oasis - 96 Revisited

Saturday 15th August

4:30pm - 11:00pm

Edinburgh Corn Exchange

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Definitely Oasis - 96 Revisited

Edinburgh Corn Exchange

Definitely Oasis are playing a special one off gig in 2026 celebrating 30 years since Oasis massive shows at Knebworth, Loch Lomond & Maine Road.

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The Smiths Ltd - The Liquid Room, Edinburgh

Saturday 15th August

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Liquid Room Edinburgh

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The Smiths Ltd - The Liquid Room, Edinburgh

Liquid Room Edinburgh

The Smiths Ltd live in Edinburgh!

Club Tropicana, Edinburgh

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Disco Days Edinburgh

Club Tropicana, Edinburgh

Experience all the fun of a night out, during the day! Join the party at Scotland's original & favourite afternoon clubbing experience - Disco Days!

Carlton Bingo Dunfermline

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Carltons Got Talent

Carlton Bingo Dunfermline

live entertainment from Morgan Red and Talent show with Craig McCormack! who will win Carltons got talent! Lunch, Bingo & Entertainment

Beethoven Piano Sonatas by Candlelight

Friday 21st August

6:15pm - 7:15pm

St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh

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Beethoven Piano Sonatas by Candlelight

St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh

Enjoy an exceptional classical concert by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral.

Mozart & Mendelssohn Violin Concertos by Candlelight

Friday 21st August

8:00pm - 9:45pm

St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh

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Mozart & Mendelssohn Violin Concertos by Candlelight

St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh

Enjoy an exceptional classical concert by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral.

Lochore Meadows Country Park, Lochgelly

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Rockore 2026

Lochore Meadows Country Park, Lochgelly

Music festival organised by Benarty Events Group community volunteers.

Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Saturday 22nd August

6:15pm - 7:15pm

St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh

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Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh

Enjoy an exceptional classical concert by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral.

The Liquid Room, Edinburgh

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ABBA Odyssey Live!

The Liquid Room, Edinburgh

ABBA Odyssey are a standout act; featuring singers who produce the most authentic tribute to the iconic ABBA sound.

Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

Saturday 22nd August

8:00pm - 9:45pm

St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh

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Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh

Enjoy an exceptional classical concert by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral.

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Lochore Meadows Country Park, Lochgelly

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Rockore 2026

Lochore Meadows Country Park, Lochgelly

Music festival organised by Benarty Events Group community volunteers.

14+

Definitely Oasis - 96 Revisited

Saturday 15th August

4:30pm - 11:00pm

Edinburgh Corn Exchange

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Definitely Oasis - 96 Revisited

Edinburgh Corn Exchange

Definitely Oasis are playing a special one off gig in 2026 celebrating 30 years since Oasis massive shows at Knebworth, Loch Lomond & Maine Road.

14+

The Smiths Ltd - The Liquid Room, Edinburgh

Saturday 15th August

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Liquid Room Edinburgh

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The Smiths Ltd - The Liquid Room, Edinburgh

Liquid Room Edinburgh

The Smiths Ltd live in Edinburgh!

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The Cure Aftershow Edinburgh

Sunday 23rd August

11:00pm - 4:00am

La Belle Angele, Edinburgh

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The Cure Aftershow Edinburgh

La Belle Angele, Edinburgh

30,000 Cure fans will pour out of Royal Highland Showgrounds following the SOLD OUT concert by THE CURE

Dead mob, Victims of life + supports

Wednesday 12th August

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Bannermans Edinburgh

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Dead mob, Victims of life + supports

Bannermans Edinburgh

West Midlands based hardcore metal outfit Dead Mob tour Scotland for the first time, joined by West Midlands aggression generals victims of life.

Club Tropicana, Edinburgh

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Disco Days Edinburgh

Club Tropicana, Edinburgh

Experience all the fun of a night out, during the day! Join the party at Scotland's original & favourite afternoon clubbing experience - Disco Days!

Club Tropicana, Edinburgh

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Disco Days Edinburgh

Club Tropicana, Edinburgh

Experience all the fun of a night out, during the day! Join the party at Scotland's original & favourite afternoon clubbing experience - Disco Days!

Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

Saturday 22nd August

8:00pm - 9:45pm

St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh

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Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh

Enjoy an exceptional classical concert by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral.

The Liquid Room, Edinburgh

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ABBA Odyssey Live!

The Liquid Room, Edinburgh

ABBA Odyssey are a standout act; featuring singers who produce the most authentic tribute to the iconic ABBA sound.

Beehive Inn, Edinburgh

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The Comedy Lock-In

Beehive Inn, Edinburgh

Join us in The Comedy Attic, Edinburgh's original gig above pub Comedy Club. Rick Molland, is you're amazing MC, he'll be showcasing some amazing acts

Mozart & Mendelssohn Violin Concertos by Candlelight

Friday 21st August

8:00pm - 9:45pm

St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh

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Mozart & Mendelssohn Violin Concertos by Candlelight

St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh

Enjoy an exceptional classical concert by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral.

Carlton Bingo Dunfermline

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Carltons Got Talent

Carlton Bingo Dunfermline

live entertainment from Morgan Red and Talent show with Craig McCormack! who will win Carltons got talent! Lunch, Bingo & Entertainment

August in Edinburgh means festival buzz meets nightlife momentum across every zone of the city. Curious about what’s on in Edinburgh in August? From Sneaky Pete’s to The Bongo Club and courtyard sessions curated by top promoters, the vibe is strong all month long. Edinburgh events in August are perfect for post-show energy or all-night missions. Check out what’s happening and get your name on the list.

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