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What’s On Guide Edinburgh February 2026
February is a cold winter month in Edinburgh, with an average temperature of 4°C. There are many fantastic attractions to enjoy, from the ancient Edinburgh Castle which dates from the 12th century, to the National Museum of Scotland with over 8000 treasures to discover. Here’s what’s on in Edinburgh in February 2026.
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Music, theatre and comedy
- Twilight In Concert: Film With Live Band, Usher Hall, 1 Feb
- Prima Facie, Royal Lyceum, 3 – 7 Feb
- Suede, Usher Hall, 5 Feb
- FRIENDS! The Musical Parody, Edinburgh Playhouse, 5 – 7 Feb
- The Music of the Lord of the Rings: A Tribute to Howard Shore, Queen’s Hall, 6 Feb
- Chris Ramsey: Here Man, Festival Theatre, 8 Feb
- Nashville In Concert: The Encore Tour, Edinburgh Corn Exchange, 8 Feb
- Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells: The Best Of Tubular Bells, Usher Hall, 10 Feb
- Shen Yun, Edinburgh Playhouse, 10 – 11 Feb
- Dita Von Teese: Nocturnelle, Edinburgh Playhouse, 13 – 14 Feb
- Bach Cello Suites by Candlelight, St Giles’ Cathedral, 13 Feb
- A Valentine’s Night at the Opera by Candlelight, St Giles’ Cathedral, 13 Feb
- For the Love of Rugby, Queen’s Hall, 13 Feb
- Valentine’s Chopin & Champagne by Candlelight, St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral, 14 Feb
- Valentine’s Vivaldi by Candlelight, St Giles’ Cathedral, 14 Feb
- Valentine’s Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight, St Giles’ Cathedral, 14 Feb
- Hayseed Dixie, Liquid Room, 14 Feb
- Two Mr Ps in A Podcast Live: Let That Be A Lesson…Queen’s Hall, 14 Feb
- A Country Night in Nashville, Edinburgh Playhouse, 15 Feb
- The Streets, Edinburgh Corn Exchange, 18 Feb
- Varna International Ballet: Cinderella, Edinburgh Playhouse, 19 Feb
- Varna International Ballet: Swan Lake, Edinburgh Playhouse, 20 Feb
- The Classic Rock Show, Queen’s Hall, 20 Feb
- Varna International Ballet: The Nutcracker, Edinburgh Playhouse, 21 Feb
- Talking Sopranos, Usher Hall, 21 Sep
- Beethoven Piano Trios by Candlelight, St Giles’ Cathedral, 23 Feb
- Here & Now: The Steps Musical, Edinburgh Playhouse, 24 Feb – 1 Mar
- Disney In Concert: The Sound Of Magic, Usher Hall, 24 Feb
- Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift, St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral, 27 Feb
- Candlelight: Coldplay and Ed Sheeran Tribute, St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral, 27 Feb
- Peter Capaldi, La Belle Angèle, 27 Feb
- Candlelight: Hans Zimmer’s Best Works, St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral, 28 Feb
- Boyzlife, Usher Hall, 28 Feb
Festivals and special events
- Edinburgh Zoo’s Giant Lanterns, Edinburgh Zoo, selected dates 14 Nov – 22 Feb
- Enlightenment: An Immersive Light Show, McEwan Hall, selected dates 31 Jan – 15 Mar
- Manipulate Festival, various venues, 4 – 10 Feb
- Capital Sci Fi Con, Edinburgh Corn Exchange, 21 – 22 Feb
Activities, tours and experiences
- Edinburgh Ceilidh Club, various venues, 3, 10, 17, 20 & 24 Feb
- Gin Tour and Tasting, Lind & Lime Distillery, selected dates
- Haunted Vaults Walking Tour, Royal Mile, selected dates
- Edinburgh Afternoon Tea Experience, city centre, selected dates
- Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour, city centre, selected dates
- Historical Walking Tour, city centre, selected dates
- The Mountebank Comedy Walk, Monkey Barrel Comedy, selected dates
- Distillery Tour, Holyrood Distillery, selected dates
- Luxury Whisky Tasting, Underground Vaults, selected dates
Markets and fairs
- Edinburgh Farmers Market, Castle Terrace, every Sat
- Grassmarket Weekly Market, Grassmarket, every Sat
- Leith Market, Dock Place, every Sat
- Edinburgh Car Boot Sale, Edinburgh Corn Exchange, every Sat & Sun
- Stockbridge Market, Saunders Street, every Sun
- Edinburgh Street Food, Leith Street, every day
- Tron Kirk Market, Tron Kirk on Royal Mile, every day
- Edinburgh Wedding Exhibition, Murrayfield Stadium, 31 Jan – 1 Feb
- Ocean Terminal Market, Ocean Terminal, 7 – 8 Feb
- Craft & Flea Market, Assembly Rooms, 22 Feb
- Edinburgh Flea Market, Out of the Blue Drill Hall, 28 Feb
Museums, galleries and exhibitions
- Maps: Memories from the Second World War, National Museum of Scotland, until 4 Oct
- Out of Chaos: Post-War Scottish Art 1945-2000, City Art Centre, 17 May – 19 Apr
- Unmasked: Exploring Scottish Portraiture, City Art Centre, 13 Sep – 31 May
- Making a Statement: Craft & Activism in Edinburgh, Museum of Edinburgh, 17 Sep – 22 Feb
- Drawing the Italian Renaissance, The King’s Gallery, 17 Oct – 8 Mar
- Alfred Buckham: Daredevil Photographer, Scottish National Portrait Gallery, 18 Oct – 19 Apr
- Picking up the Thread: The Past, Present and Future of Tapestry, Dovecot Studios, 20 Oct – 14 Feb
- The Children are Now, Talbot Rice Gallery, 25 Oct – 15 Feb
- Michael Fullerton, City Art Centre, 22 Nov – 12 Apr
- Drawing on Style: Original Fashion Illustration, Dovecot Studios, 10 Jan – 11 Apr
- Giants, National Museum of Scotland, 31 Jan – 14 Sep
- The Biba Story: 1964–1975, Dovecot Studios, 6 Feb – 27 Jun
- David Remfry: In Residence, Dovecot Studios, 21 Feb – 13 Jun
Sport and fundraising events
- The Innocent Half 2026, starts Queen Margaret University, 8 Feb
- Blast 5K, The Meadows, 17 Feb
Most viewed attractions listings in February
- Princes Street, Edinburgh’s main shopping street with iconic views of the castle
- Grassmarket, historic Edinburgh market square with shops, pubs and restaurants
- Edinburgh Dungeon, immersive, theatrical tours showcasing the city’s dark history
- Circus Lane, charming cobbled street in Edinburgh, lined with quaint cottages
- The Real Mary King’s Close, underground network of streets, offering history tours
- Portobello, sandy Edinburgh seaside spot, perfect for walks and relaxation
- Pentland Hills, scenic trails, rolling landscapes and outdoor adventures
- Monkey Barrel Comedy, comedy venue that hosts live stand-up shows
- John Knox House, one of the oldest buildings on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile
- Edinburgh Castle, iconic fortress atop Castle Rock, offering historic castle tours
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See also
- Virtual tours, take a look around Edinburgh from the comfort of home
- Q&As, a few questions answered about Edinburgh and Scotland
