# Events & Things To Do In Edinburgh on 21st May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Edinburgh on 21st May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Edinburgh on 21st May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Edinburgh

- **Event Name**: Tinariwen
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsTinariwen has 18 upcoming events.Note: Over 14s only. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over 18 A max of 8 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets in excess of 8 wil
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 pm (00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/tinariwen/210003512955385
  - **Venue**: Assembly Rooms
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- **Event Name**: Scottish Cardiac Arrest Symposium - SCAS26
  - **Description**: The Resuscitation Research Group at the University of Edinburgh is thrilled to invite you to Scottish Cardiac Arrest Symposium - SCAS26.About this EventWho's coming?SCAS26 will att
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu May 21 2026 at 04:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/scottish-cardiac-arrest-symposium-scas26/100001984926290969
  - **Venue**: John McIntyre Conference Centre, The University of Edinburgh
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: meetups, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Seedhe Maut, Calm, Encore ABJ in City of Edinburgh
  - **Description**: 🎶 Get Ready for Seedhe Maut Live at Hangar 5 on Thursday, May 21, 2026! 🎶
This is not just a concert—it's a moment you'll talk about for years. Seedhe Maut is set to light up Hangar 5 with their unforgettable sound
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu May 21 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/seedhe-maut-calm-encore-abj-in-city-of-edinburgh/3300029495582008
  - **Venue**: Hangar 5
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  - **Categories**: concerts, music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Paint and Sip - Matisse Cat| The Alchemist
  - **Description**: Join us for an evening of painting and drinking in the heart of Edinburgh!About this EventJoin us for a creative night of drinking and painting in the heart of Edinburgh! No previous painting experience ne
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/paint-and-sip-matisse-cat|-the-alchemist/100001984133987167
  - **Venue**: The Alchemist George Street
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  - **Price**: GBP 35
  - **Categories**: Art, fine-arts
- **Event Name**: Dharma Guns (FI) & Steve Vincent Band UK Tour @ Bannermans
  - **Description**: Finland's new Action Rock heroes Dharma Guns and UK Glam Punk legend Steve Vincent embark on a joint headline Finnish & UK Tour; Tickets on sale soon and Special Guests to be announced
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  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/dharma-guns-fi-and-steve-vincent-band-uk-tour-bannermans/200029364593737
  - **Venue**: Bannermans Bar
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Laura Mercier's Iconic Flawless Face Routine
  - **Description**: Master the art of complexion with Laura MercierAbout this EventMaster the art of complexion with Laura Mercier’s iconic Flawless Face routine. In this exclusive masterclass, you'll be gui
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 02:00 pm – Thu May 21 2026 at 03:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/laura-merciers-iconic-flawless-face-routine/100001985814011164
  - **Venue**: John Lewis Edinburgh
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  - **Price**: GBP 15
  - **Categories**: Art, Meetups
- **Event Name**: An Evening with Isabel Ibañez  - Edinburgh West End
  - **Description**: Join Isabel Ibañez on Thursday 21st May at 7pm, for an evening of conversation to celebrate her latest book Graceless Heart.About this EventWe’re delighted to welcome Isabel Ibañez to Edi
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu May 21 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/an-evening-with-isabel-ibañez-edinburgh-west-end/100001985077112079
  - **Venue**: Waterstones
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  - **Price**: GBP 5 to 24
  - **Categories**: contests, art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: Mother of Bride/Groom Makeup Masterclass with The Beauty Society
  - **Description**: Enhance your makeup skills with the help of our Beauty GuideAbout this EventWhether you're a makeup newbie or a seasoned professional, join us for this masterclass with The Beauty Society.
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu May 21 2026 at 06:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/mother-of-bride-groom-makeup-masterclass-with-the-beauty-society/100001984456471727
  - **Venue**: John Lewis Edinburgh
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  - **Price**: GBP 10
  - **Categories**: meetups
- **Event Name**: WorkWise 2026: Navigating the modern workplace
  - **Description**: Join us for our annual WorkWise event, where we’ll tackle the latest changes and key issues in employment law.About this EventTailored for HR professionals, this event is designed to equip you with the insights needed to
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 08:30 am – Thu May 21 2026 at 04:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/workwise-2026-navigating-the-modern-workplace/100001982284729989
  - **Venue**: Anderson Strathern
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  - **Price**: GBP 150
  - **Categories**: workshops
- **Event Name**: 'If You Were An Engineer' Scotland South East Exhibition & Awards
  - **Description**: A regional exhibition and award ceremony to showcase and celebrate the amazing, joyous and innovative ideas of school pupils.About this EventOur Public Exhibition will feature a selection of Shortlisted, all Highly Commen
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 01:00 pm – Thu May 21 2026 at 06:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/if-you-were-an-engineer-scotland-south-east-exhibition-and-awards/100001984864927429
  - **Venue**: Edinburgh Napier University, Craiglockhart Campus
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: exhibitions, contests, workshops, art, fine-arts
- **Event Name**: Your Next Move: Mortgage Advice Event
  - **Description**: Thinking of buying, selling or remortgaging? Join our free evening mortgage event for up-to-date insight into the current lending marketAbout this EventIf you’re planning to buy, sell or remortgage, understanding your bor
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu May 21 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/your-next-move-mortgage-advice-event/100001984454047476
  - **Venue**: ESPC
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  - **Price**: Free
- **Event Name**: The joy of home shopping catalogues
  - **Description**: Explore the history and cultural impact of home shopping catalogues with Head of Published Collections, Graema Hawley.About this EventExplore the history and cultural impact of home shopping catalogues. Once a staple in h
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu May 21 2026 at 06:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/the-joy-of-home-shopping-catalogues/100001983615912592
  - **Venue**: National Library of Scotland
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: shopping
- **Event Name**: CWGC War Graves Week Tours 2026 - Edinburgh (Morningside) Cemetery
  - **Description**: Join us for a free tour of Edinburgh (Morningside)CemeteryAbout this EventJoin the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for a tour of Edinburgh (Morningside) Cemetery and learn about our work and the people
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 11:00 am – Thu May 21 2026 at 12:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/cwgc-war-graves-week-tours-2026-edinburgh-morningside-cemetery/100001984953316804
  - **Venue**: Morningside Cemetery
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: Nonprofit, Meetups

## Trending Events in Edinburgh

- **Event Name**: New Moon Sound Bath Meditation
  - **Description**: Come and tap into living in balance with cycle of the moon and through it rediscover and strengthen your instinct and intuition.Lunar living encourages us to view life as cyclical rather then linear and to tap into natu
  - **Venue**: The Open Door
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb691719db2d581.jpg
- **Event Name**: 2026 Edinburgh Marathon
  - **Description**: Fast & flat, this course was voted the fastest marathon in the UK by Runners World, ideal if it’s your first marathon or you are looking for a PB. The Edinburgh Marathon has sold out every year since 2008 and is the second largest marathon in the UK,
  - **Venue**: Edinburgh
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- **Event Name**: Ludovico Einaudi at Usher Hall
  - **Description**: ✨ Experience the magic of Ludovico Einaudi at Usher Hall, where moments become memories that last a lifetime! 🏛️ The iconic Usher Hall in Edinburgh, SC sets the perfect stage for an unfo
  - **Venue**: Usher Hall
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- **Event Name**: Billy Joel
  - **Description**: InformationPlease read event Terms & ConditionsNearby AttractionsBilly Joel has 4 upcoming events.AccessibilityAccessible tickets can be purchased online at Ticketmaster. For W
  - **Venue**: Scottish Gas Murrayfield
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- **Event Name**: The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo - A Call to Gather at Edinburgh Castle Esplanade
  - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo - A Call to Gather at Edinburgh Castle Esplanade, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at Edinburgh Castle Esplanade in dynamic Edinbu
  - **Venue**: Edinburgh Castle Esplanade
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- **Event Name**: Bon Jovi at Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium
  - **Description**: 🌟 Be part of history at Bon Jovi at Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The prestigious Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh,
  - **Venue**: Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Charlie Puth at Usher Hall
  - **Description**: 🌟 Be part of history at Charlie Puth at Usher Hall, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The prestigious Usher Hall in Edinburgh, SC sets the stage for an
  - **Venue**: Usher Hall
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/559f9380-1be8-11f1-b4a3-4d8ed598a78c-rimg-w1200-h800-dc110179-gmir.jpg?v=1773082011
- **Event Name**: Florence and the Machine at Royal Highland Centre
  - **Description**: 🌟 Journey into wonder at Florence and the Machine at Royal Highland Centre, where extraordinary experiences await around every corner! 🏛️ Set against the backdrop of Royal Highland Centre in dynamic Edinburgh
  - **Venue**: Royal Highland Centre
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- **Event Name**: Bon Jovi - Edinburgh
  - **Description**: Murrayfield Stadium will host Bon Jovi for an unforgettable night in Edinburgh. Expect the full rock spectacle, with iconic songs, lights, and energy that only Bon Jovi can deliver.

Join thousands of fans for a historic concert experience in Scotland.

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  - **Venue**: Bon Jovi - Edinburgh, UK – August 28, 2026
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Edinburgh?
  - **A:** Tinariwen (Thu May 21 2026 at 07:00 pm at Assembly Rooms), Scottish Cardiac Arrest Symposium - SCAS26 (Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 am at John McIntyre Conference Centre, The University of Edinburgh), Seedhe Maut, Calm, Encore ABJ in City of Edinburgh (Thu May 21 2026 at 06:00 pm at Hangar 5), Paint and Sip - Matisse Cat| The Alchemist (Thu May 21 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Alchemist George Street), Dharma Guns (FI) & Steve Vincent Band UK Tour @ Bannermans (Thu May 21 2026 at 07:30 pm at Bannermans Bar).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Edinburgh?
  - **A:** Scottish Cardiac Arrest Symposium - SCAS26 (Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 am at John McIntyre Conference Centre, The University of Edinburgh), 'If You Were An Engineer' Scotland South East Exhibition & Awards (Thu May 21 2026 at 01:00 pm at Edinburgh Napier University, Craiglockhart Campus), Your Next Move: Mortgage Advice Event (Thu May 21 2026 at 06:00 pm at ESPC), The joy of home shopping catalogues (Thu May 21 2026 at 05:30 pm at National Library of Scotland), CWGC War Graves Week Tours 2026 - Edinburgh (Morningside) Cemetery (Thu May 21 2026 at 11:00 am at Morningside Cemetery).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Edinburgh?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Edinburgh on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Edinburgh?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Edinburgh?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Edinburgh include Assembly Rooms, John McIntyre Conference Centre, The University of Edinburgh, Hangar 5.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Edinburgh?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Edinburgh range from GBP 5 to GBP 150. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Edinburgh?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Edinburgh include REGULAR LIMITED, Usher Institute, Melody Mapper.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Edinburgh?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Edinburgh.

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