Live music in Edinburgh recommendations
Gigs, club nights, festivals and grassroots new bands across the city. Edinburgh options are grouped here so visitors can compare relevant listings quickly. Browse current Edinburgh listings with dates and official links.
Current events and activities in Edinburgh
- Wildwood
After her baby brother is abducted by a murder of crows, headstrong teenager Prue McKeel (Peyton Elizabeth Lee) launches a desperate rescue mission into the Impassable Wilderness an enchanted forest hidden just beyond Po
17:45-19:45 at Cameo Cinema
- Modern Woman
Modern Woman, the London art-rock outfit fronted by primary songwriter Sophie Harris, are set to release their anticipated debut album ‘Johnny’s Dreamworld’ on May 1st 2026 via their new label One Little Independent Reco
19:00-21:00 at Sneaky Pete's
- Edinburgh Morningside Rock Choir
If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Edinburgh?' then why not join your local Rock Choir. Your friendly local Edinburgh choir is run by vocal coach Elaine Williamson.
19:15-21:15 at George Watson's College
- Iona Fyfe
One of Scotland's foremost folk singers, Iona Fyfe showcases her passion for Scots language through traditional repertoire, translations and self-penned songs.
19:30-21:30 at Ukrainian Community Centre (AUGB Edinburgh)
- Prolapse
Prolapse originally formed in Leicester in the early 1990s and earned a cult following for their chaotic live sets, and tense and repetitious songs like Flex and Tina This Is Matthew Stone.
19:30-21:30 at The Voodoo Rooms
- Rollers Forever
Rollers Forever is the smash-hit tartan-clad musical celebrating the music, memories and passionate fandom of the Bay City Rollers.
19:30-21:30 at King's Theatre
- An Evening of Kate Bush
Hear the music of Kate Bush, performed live by a full band, vocalists and string quartet in the stunning surroundings of St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral.
Check official times at St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral
- Concert: 150 years of Manuel de Falla
The 150th anniversary of the birth of composer Manuel de Falla is celebrated with a free concert at St Cecilia's Hall.
Check official times at St Cecilia’s Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum
- Queen By Candlelight
Experience the music of one of the greatest rock bands of all time, with a world-class cast of West End vocalists and live rock band.
Check official times at Edinburgh Playhouse
- Easy Sundays
The Scottish Storytelling Centre host Easy Sundays, fortnightly sessions of stories, music, community and friendship.
Check official times at Scottish Storytelling Centre
- Live with Orchestra: FINK
See Edinburgh's philharmonic orchestra Capella Edina share the Usher Hall stage with British indie artist Fink.
Check official times at Usher Hall
- Soundhouse Winter Festival
Featuring some of Scotland's finest jazz and trad musicians, emerging new musicians and workshops, Soundhouse Winter Festival returns this November.
Check official times at Traverse Theatre
- The Choir of Man
Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award-nominated, worldwide smash hit is now on its first ever UK tour.
Check official times at Festival Theatre
- Music at the Museum
Featuring folk, classical, traditional and modern, enjoy free live music performances at the National Museum of Scotland.
23:00 at National Museum of Scotland