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Edinburgh Events in May

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Martin Kemp: Back to the 80s at Brewhemia

Martin Kemp: Back to the 80s at Brewhemia

Brewhemia Edinburgh

Martin Kemp returns to Brewhemia for another epic Back to the 80s DJ party. Big tunes, bold looks, and zero inhibitions.

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

Pilgrim Bar 3 Robertson's Cl, Cowgate, Edinburgh

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Edinburgh Bar Crawl

Pilgrim Bar 3 Robertson's Cl, Cowgate, Edinburgh

Whether you're new to Edinburgh or just expanding your social circle, bar crawling is a fantastic way to meet people!

Edinburgh Old Town guided walking tour

Friday 1st May

11:00am - 12:45pm

Castle Rock Cafe (meet Your Guide Outside), Edinburgh

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Edinburgh Old Town guided walking tour

Castle Rock Cafe (meet Your Guide Outside), Edinburgh

Travel into Old Town Edinburgh and meet the characters of the city, from the iconic sights of the Royal Mile to the Kirk of Greyfriars.

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PRTY x SS: SLUSH (SLVL B2B USH) UK tour

Saturday 2nd May

10:00pm - 3:00am

Edinburgh Corn Exchange

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PRTY x SS: SLUSH (SLVL B2B USH) UK tour

Edinburgh Corn Exchange

we are about to make a hell of a lot of noise on the 2nd of May when we hit the dance floor of Edinburghs Corn Exchange. Our biggest cap city rave yet

Club Tropicana, Edinburgh

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Old Skool Days

Club Tropicana, Edinburgh

Old Skool Days; the EPIC day party fuelled by 90s & 00s bangers, Old Skool anthems & High Energy! The Music Sounds Better With YOU - so come join us!

18+

Jump'N Bingo Day Party Special

Saturday 2nd May

3:00pm - 8:00pm

The Village East Calder

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Jump'N Bingo Day Party Special

The Village East Calder

Bingo, but not as you know it. Jump'N Bingo is a high-energy day party packed with big tunes, live sax, great prizes and non stop banter.

Pilgrim Bar 3 Robertson's Cl, Cowgate, Edinburgh

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Edinburgh Bar Crawl

Pilgrim Bar 3 Robertson's Cl, Cowgate, Edinburgh

Whether you're new to Edinburgh or just expanding your social circle, bar crawling is a fantastic way to meet people!

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

Come along and join us for a night full of laughter!!

Edinburgh Old Town guided walking tour

Saturday 2nd May

11:00am - 12:45pm

Castle Rock Cafe (meet Your Guide Outside), Edinburgh

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Edinburgh Old Town guided walking tour

Castle Rock Cafe (meet Your Guide Outside), Edinburgh

Travel into Old Town Edinburgh and meet the characters of the city, from the iconic sights of the Royal Mile to the Kirk of Greyfriars.

Edinburgh Old Town guided walking tour

Sunday 3rd May

11:00am - 12:45pm

Castle Rock Cafe (meet Your Guide Outside), Edinburgh

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Edinburgh Old Town guided walking tour

Castle Rock Cafe (meet Your Guide Outside), Edinburgh

Travel into Old Town Edinburgh and meet the characters of the city, from the iconic sights of the Royal Mile to the Kirk of Greyfriars.

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GirlyPop Live 2 | Corn Exchange, Edinburgh

Sunday 10th May

12:00pm - 4:30pm

Edinburgh Corn Exchange

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GirlyPop Live 2 | Corn Exchange, Edinburgh

Edinburgh Corn Exchange

GirlyPop Live is returning to Corn Exchange, Edinburgh with your favourite Pop icons in one live show brought to you by the best tribute acts!

The Pitt Market , 20 West Shore Road, Edinburgh

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DAYS Festival

The Pitt Market , 20 West Shore Road, Edinburgh

We return to The Pitt for Summer Days this May. The fourth edition, the best one yet. Full Lineup dropping soon.

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70's Vs 80's Day Disco LIVE!

Saturday 16th May

2:30pm - 8:00pm

The Liquid Room, Edinburgh

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70's Vs 80's Day Disco LIVE!

The Liquid Room, Edinburgh

Get ready for a daytime disco like no other! 70's vs 80's Day Disco LIVE brings two iconic decades head-to-head for one huge daytime party.

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Rhinestone Fest: Edinburgh, May 8th 2026

Friday 8th May

12:00pm - 3:00am

The Three Sisters, Edinburgh

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Rhinestone Fest: Edinburgh, May 8th 2026

The Three Sisters, Edinburgh

Edinburgh, our hometown, we are unbelievably excited to be returing to The Three Sisters for Rhinestone Fest 2026! Yeehaw!

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PRTY x SS: SLUSH (SLVL B2B USH) UK tour

Saturday 2nd May

10:00pm - 3:00am

Edinburgh Corn Exchange

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PRTY x SS: SLUSH (SLVL B2B USH) UK tour

Edinburgh Corn Exchange

we are about to make a hell of a lot of noise on the 2nd of May when we hit the dance floor of Edinburghs Corn Exchange. Our biggest cap city rave yet

18+

Smoove & Turrell - The Singles Tour

Saturday 30th May

7:30pm - 11:00pm

The Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh

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Smoove & Turrell - The Singles Tour

The Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh

After more than a decade of delivering dancefloor-filling funk and heartfelt soul, Smoove & Turrell are hitting the road once again with The Singles

Club Tropicana, Edinburgh

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Disco Days Edinburgh

Club Tropicana, Edinburgh

Leave your worries (and that load of washing you've been putting off) at home and get down to Disco Days for a party like no other!

21+

Martin Kemp: Back to the 80s at Brewhemia

Martin Kemp: Back to the 80s at Brewhemia

Brewhemia Edinburgh

Martin Kemp returns to Brewhemia for another epic Back to the 80s DJ party. Big tunes, bold looks, and zero inhibitions.

Club Tropicana, Edinburgh

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Disco Days Edinburgh

Club Tropicana, Edinburgh

Experience all the fun of a night out, but during the day! Join the party at Scotland's original and favourite daytime clubbing experience!

Club Tropicana, Edinburgh

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Old Skool Days

Club Tropicana, Edinburgh

Old Skool Days; the EPIC day party fuelled by 90s & 00s bangers, Old Skool anthems & High Energy! The Music Sounds Better With YOU - so come join us!

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Spectrum presents Evil Eddie Richards

Saturday 16th May

5:00pm - 10:00pm

People's Leisure Club, Edinburgh

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Spectrum presents Evil Eddie Richards

People's Leisure Club, Edinburgh

"Britain's godfather of house and techno" (Mixmag) the renowned Evil Eddie Richards brings his infamous tech house sounds to Spectrum.

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EL REY at SNEAKY PETES EDINBURGH

Saturday 16th May

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Sneaky Pete's, Edinburgh

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EL REY at SNEAKY PETES EDINBURGH

Sneaky Pete's, Edinburgh

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Edinburgh events in May range from outdoor shows to buzzing late-night sessions. If you’re asking what’s on in Edinburgh in May, head to The Queen’s Hall, Cabaret Voltaire, and city centre pop-ups. May is packed with variety. Browse upcoming events and find your vibe.