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Edinburgh Festivals
Many people visit Edinburgh because it is ‘the’ destination for festivals, with visitors and residents spoilt for choice. The festivals listed below are just some of exciting events, which take place throughout the year.
Edinburgh Art Festival
A new event celebrating the exciting mix of visual arts across Edinburgh every summer.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe
The mother of all fringes around the globe, open to any artist or performing company who wishes to participate, and in itself the largest arts festival on the planet.
Edinburgh International Book Festival
The biggest annual celebration of the written word in the world.
Edinburgh International Festival
Widely regarded as the most exciting and innovative festival of the performing arts in the world.
Edinburgh International Jazz and Blues Festival
Britain's biggest and most vibrant Jazz Festival embracing early ragtime to cutting edge rhythm and blues.
Edinburgh International Science Festival
The world’s first and Europe’s largest public celebration of science and technology. Scientists share their passion and knowledge.
Edinburgh International Television Festival
Featuring prominent television industry voices and sessions covering pertinent issues facing the future of broadcasting.
Edinburgh Military Tattoo
The military’s contribution to Edinburgh’s international festivals, featuring a unique blend of music, ceremony and theatre, set against the magnificent backdrop of Edinburgh Castle.
Edinburgh Winter Festivals
Edinburgh's Christmas and Edinburgh's Hogmanay, were brought together to create Edinburgh’s Winter Festivals (EWF) and make best use of resources.
Leith Festival
For ten days in June, Leith buzzes as the festival capital of Edinburgh City Region
Mela
Scotland’s largest intercultural festival has been going for over a decade. Events include classical dance, acrobats, craft workshops and Bhangra DJs.
The Old Town Festival
The Festival (16 -29 June 2008) includes a wide range of events for all ages – from storytelling performances, family activities, lectures, tours and talks, through to music, poetry, visual arts and book events – which celebrate the unique heritage and culture of Edinburgh’s Old Town.
