Edinburgh is the world's Festival City. It's where people come together from across the globe to share their passion for arts, culture and ideas. This welcoming, inspiring and open-mided atmosphere is heightened by the approachable beauty of this breathtaking historial city. With 12 Festivals throughout the year, there's an endless array of events, performances and spectacles to enjoy.
Edinburgh Jazz & Blues: 30th Jul - 8th Aug 2010
The longest running Jazz festival in the UK. Jazz enthusiasts delight in the Festival, which attracts both international top performers, and brings local enthusiasts out of their living rooms and into the Concert halls, theatres, clubs and pubs to listen and play.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe: 6th Aug - 30th Aug 2010
From all corners of the globe dramatic and musical troupes descend on Scotland's capital to tempt, cajole, and dazzle the spectator. With nearly 300 venues across Edinburgh, each street corner drama lurks, enticing passers-by with dancing, acrobatics, Shakespeare, comedy and student drama.
Edinburgh Military Tattoo: 6th Aug - 28th Aug 2010
Iconic Edinburgh Castle, Bagpipes. Soldiers. Dancers. Fireworks. An unforgettable spectacle on the Castle Esplanade, which gets bigger and better every year.
Edinburgh International Festival: 13th Aug - 5th Sept 2010
There wouldn't be a Fringe if it wasn't for the International Festival; with a truly celebratory line up, it's not to be missed.
Edinburgh Book Festival: 14th Aug - 30th Aug 2010
Each year the Edinburgh International Book Festival attracts around 200,000 visitors for 17 days of what is the world's largest public celebration of the written word.
Edinburgh's Hogmanay: 29th Dec - 2nd Jan 2011
Four days of fabulous events throughout the city. Check out our New Year breaks page if you are looking for accommodation.
For further information please see the Edinburgh Festivals website