Featured Events in Edinburgh in August 2025 (August Updated)

The Cold War was a 40-year nuclear stand-off between the USA and the Soviet Union after the Second World War. Scotland’s unique landscape provided a useful base for Allied military preparations and research. The impact of the war still lingers in Scottish politics, culture and memory. Scots played an active role in the global conflict as soldiers within intelligence services and as part of voluntary civil defences. The exhibition will draw on Scotland’s rich history of Cold War-era protest and activism. Cold War Scotland is an output of Materialising the Cold War, a collaborative research project between National Museums Scotland and the University of Stirling. The project explores how the Cold War heritage is represented and how museums can adapt to tell this story in future. Materialising the Cold War is funded by a major grant from the Arts and Humanities Research Council.

This is the first exhibition of its kind to show primate taxidermy specimens behaving as they would in the wild. 'Monkeys: Our Primate Family' brings together more than 50 taxidermy specimens, including monkeys, apes, lemurs and lorises. Specimens on display include the Barbary Macaque, Western Lowland Gorilla, and ring-tailed Lemur.

Andy Goldsworthy: Fifty Years will take over the upper and lower galleries in the Royal Scottish Academy building for the summer. Based in Scotland, Goldsworthy (born 1956) is internationally famous for his extraordinary work with natural materials. The exhibition showcases over 200 works such as photographs, sculptures and expansive new installations built in-situ.

Celebrate a night of Harry Lauder with one of Scotland’s most entertaining performers when this well-known singer and broadcaster, Jamie MacDougall, brings the 5 star production of ‘ Lauder ’ to Portobello Town Hall, Edinburgh. Jamie, an Ambassador for Erskine Veterans Charity, shines the spotlight on a remarkable entertainer, Sir Harry Lauder, who raised a million pounds for returning servicemen after WW1. The royalties from Lauder’s iconic songs continue to provide funds for Erskine today. All profits will be donated to the charity. Share the passion for the man and his music - a life of song and laughter - the show tells the incredible story of one of Scotland’s original superstars and philanthropists who, by 1911, had become the world’s highest paid performer. I love a Lassie, Roamin’ in the Gloamin’, The End of the Road - come along and pay tribute to this remarkable man and his Scottish songbook. Jamie’s powerful and passionate performance will have you roarin’ in the aisles! Information Source: eventbrite

Build strength, flexibility, fitness and endurance, grow as an aerial yogi in just one week! Cultivate strength and control with a week-long bootcamp series of aerial yoga classes in August 2025!The bootcamp is divided into four days of classes spread across a week (see below for dates and times). You can book onto any number of these classes individually, or all together for the full bootcamp with a little discount. The first three days are general-level with a focus on building strength. The Saturday class is the culmination of the bootcamp and classified as an intermediate class. If you have done the three days you will be fine in day 4. If you have concerns about level, email me any questions at consciousyoga.uk@gmail.com BOOTCAMP BREAKDOWNDAY 1 - MONDAY 4TH AUGUST, 6-7.30PM: general-level class focusing on arms, upper body, chest opening DAY 2 -WEDNESDAY 6TH AUGUST, 6-7.30PM: general-level class focusing on abs, core strength, back bends DAY 3 - THURSDAY 7TH AUGUST, 5.30-7PM: general-level class focusing on legs, bum, hamstring and hip flexibility DAY 4 - SATURDAY 9TH AUGUST, 9.15-10.45AM: intermediate-level class with a whole-body focus, some complex wraps Information Source: Conscious Yoga | eventbrite

​Compositions by the winners of the 2025 Sacred Music Scottish Young Composers Competition will be performed by the Sacred Arts Festival Singers, director Calum Robertson. The recital includes additional music by Paul Mealor LVO, Principal Adjudicator of the competition and celebrated royal composer, who will talk about composing sacred music and comment on both the winning and the highly commended pieces. Information Source: Edinburgh Festival of the Sacred Arts | eventbrite

Discover the rich spiritual and architectural heritage of Scotland with a captivating walking tour of hidden gems in the tapestry of Edinburgh’s historic churches. This is our first tour in Scotland. Nestled in the heart of the city, Sacred Heart stands as a stunning example of Jesuit architecture, with its ornate interior, beautiful stained glass windows, and peaceful ambiance offering a serene retreat from the bustling streets. Just a short walk away, Old Saint Paul’s, the oldest Episcopal church in Edinburgh, captivates visitors with its rich gothic revival design, dramatic arches, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere steeped in history. Together, these sacred sites offer a profound glimpse into Edinburgh’s diverse religious tapestry, blending architectural splendour with deep spiritual significance. We’re partnering with Edinburgh Festival of the Sacred Arts . We’ll arrive at Old Saint Paul’s in time for a lunchtime recital ‘Art Songs and Lieder on Sacred Themes (soprano and piano). There is also an exhibition ‘Discovering the Fabric of Faith’ which you’ll have plenty of time to view. The tour will take place on Tuesday 12 August , starting at 10.30am at Sacred Heart Church . Tickets cost £45 per person (plus online booking fees), including a tour at each church, a ticket for the recital and exhibition viewing. The recital and tour will end at 2.15pm when you will then be able to continue to view the exhibition or leave for lunch. This tour will involve around 20 minutes of walking. This event will raise funds for the work of the National Churches Trust, supporting churches, chapels and meeting houses across the UK. ----- Please note: this tour takes place during the Edinburgh Festival, when public spaces, venues and group refreshments providers are booked far in advance. Therefore, we are not be able to provide hot refreshments or lunch. We will provide a bottle of water and snacks. Jesuit Church of the Sacred Heart On the edge of Edinburgh’s historic old town, the building was opened in 1860. It is home to the largest Stations of the Cross in Europe, each being 5m x 2.5m. They were created for the church between 1871 and 1874 by Bavarian artist, Peter Rauth (1828-96). In 1957, a mural was painted in the church above the altar. It was designed by Derek Clarke, a lecturer at the Edinburgh School of Art. https://edinburghjesuit.org.uk/stationsofcross Old Saint Paul’s   Although the present building dates from the 19th century, Old Saint Paul’s stands on the site of the original home of the Scottish Episcopal Church in Edinburgh.   Over many years, the church has accumulated an exceptionally rich collection of church vestments, hangings and linens. Beautiful cloth, intricate embroidery and superb needlework can bring a distinctive artistic dimension to Christian faith in the practice of worship. Expert guides will be on hand during our visit to explain the symbolism skillfully embodied in fabric, and the religious ceremonies in which these magnificent items are regularly used.  https://www.osp.org.uk/who-we-are/our-history/    Edinburgh Festival of the Sacred Arts   - Sunday 10 to Saturday 16 August 2025   Celebrating the rich Christian tradition in music, visual art, poetry, drama and architecture for one week in August. Full programme to be released 7 February: https://www.edinburghsacredartsfestival.org/     We highly recommend staying in Edinburgh to enjoy more festival highlights, or visit the more well know churches and cathedrals in the city.  Information Source: National Churches Trust | eventbrite

With caller Ken Gourlay and ceilidh band. Soft drinks £1. All dances walked through and called. Good exercise and great fun. It's so joyful - Japanese tourist. Please try to arrive before 8pm as we have a 5-minute warm-up at 8pm to reduce the risk of injuries Mobile phones and tablets: taking photos or videos is OK but if you need to answer / make a call / text / browse etc. (musicians find this very rude) please do so outside the dance room in the foyer No high heels please edinburghceilidhs.net ken@edinburghceilidhs.net 0131 339 5374 (24 hours) After the ceilidh - up to half an hour - FREE to ceilidh attendees: Interactive chat and jokes about ceilidhs, Auld Lang Syne, Robert Burns, Edinburgh, Scotland, the Scottish, England, your country? Tell jokes yourself. Improve your English and Scots. Information Source: Ken Gourlay | eventbrite

Polly has to become a boy in a hurry. Cutting off her hair and wearing trousers is easy. Learning to fart and belch in public will take more time. And now she's enlisted in the army. But there's a war on. There's always a war on. And Polly and her fellow recruits are suddenly in the thick of it, without any training, and the enemy is hunting them. And as they take the war to the heart of the enemy, they have to use all the resources of the Monstrous Regiment. The only authority is Sergeant Jackrum, a nightmare in a red coat, Falstaff reborn as the god of war! With live music and an immersive atmosphere, Monstrous Regiment is the perfect introduction to Terry Pratchett and a night of theatre like no other. Staged in the Main Hall of Craigmillar Castle, come and be immersed in the war for Borogravia. With authentic Napoleonic uniforms our cast bring the Discworld to life once again in the most unique setting yet. Adapted from one of Terry Pratchett’s most beloved and enduring novels, the title taken from John Knox’s famous misogynist paper, it is inspired in part by famed Edinburgh-based Military Surgeon, Dr James Barry, who upon his death was discovered to have been assigned female at birth. The play explores themes of gender expression and identity, as well as being staunchly anti-war, with the dark trench humour you would expect of Pratchett. Strawmoddie Theatre are one of Edinburgh's most exciting grassroots companies, having had five previous successes with Terry Pratchett adaptations; Guards! Guards!, Hogfather, Men at Arms, Going Postal and Feet of Clay. Adapted for the stage by Stephen Briggs. Praise for Strawmoddie: “The whole production really is a triumph. Brilliant entertainment. Signed, sealed and delivered.” Going Postal, All Edinburgh Theatre **** “Strawmoddie continues to carve out an appreciative audience who longingly await their next performance. Men at Arms’ pacing and character development sets a high quality for the team to deliver with their future shows. And we eagerly await another visit to the Discworld.” Men at Arms, Corr Blimey **** “This is a theatre like no other. Top quality acting, genuine chemistry between the leads, creative staging, supportive sound and the sumptuous costumes all hit the spot.” Amadeus, Fringe Review **** “The applause echoes out to an empty stage, a tribute to this brilliantly told warning from history and not to the very human monsters it portrays.” Conspiracy, British Theatre Guide ***** “Conspiracy is an important reminder that (evil) is done by people, with deniability, rules, purpose, and sometimes even shame, but done none the less.” Conspiracy, North West End ***** Conspiracy is, sadly, a very necessary piece of theatre: a warning to beware those in power who choose to ignore history, thus condemning us to repeat it. Conspiracy, All Edinburgh Theatre ***** Information Source: Strawmoddie Theatre | eventbrite

AC/DC and The Pretty Reckless are set to electrify Edinburgh with an unforgettable performance at Murrayfield Stadium on August 21, 2025. Known for their high-energy shows and legendary status in rock music, AC/DC will share the stage with the dynamic and powerful The Pretty Reckless, creating a night of unparalleled rock excellence. This event promises to be a monumental occasion for rock enthusiasts, with tickets priced at 480 GBP or 204 USD. Murrayfield Stadium, located in the heart of Edinburgh, will serve as the perfect backdrop for this epic concert, offering a spacious and iconic venue for fans to experience the raw power and charisma of these two phenomenal bands. Don't miss the chance to witness rock history in the making at AC/DC, The Pretty Reckless Edinburgh.

Young people across Scotland have created a dazzling range of artworks for this exhibition. Supported by our team of artists, groups of children have made inspiring installations, while individuals have responded to an open call to share their art with the world. Young visitors to the exhibition can also get inspired and make their own mark by sending in their art. All artworks by 3 to 18-year-olds, living in Scotland, submitted to our online gallery before October will be added to a looped, digital display in the exhibition.

The exhibition sheds light on behind-the-scenes processes, from photographers’ handwritten annotations to correspondence with members of the Royal Family and their staff, revealing the stories behind some of the most celebrated photographs ever taken of the Royal Family.

Explore the creation and use of maps during the Second World War. Discover their use through personal stories, photography, and memorabilia. Between 1939 and 1945 over 3 billion maps were produced for the Allied, Soviet and German forces. Used to navigate the jungles of south-east Asia or for devising an escape plan, the maps on display are now mementoes. Maps kept alongside medals and photographs to say ‘I was there.’ You'll find aerial photography, war diaries, and even a fashionable dress made from escape and evasion maps. The exhibition introduces us to a Prisoner of War, an RAF pilot, a Brigadier and an army chaplain through the maps they kept as a memory of their war service.

Build strength, flexibility, fitness and endurance, grow as an aerial yogi in just one week! Cultivate strength and control with a week-long bootcamp series of aerial yoga classes in August 2025!The bootcamp is divided into four days of classes spread across a week (see below for dates and times). You can book onto any number of these classes individually, or all together for the full bootcamp with a little discount. The first three days are general-level with a focus on building strength. The Saturday class is the culmination of the bootcamp and classified as an intermediate class. If you have done the three days you will be fine in day 4. If you have concerns about level, email me any questions at consciousyoga.uk@gmail.com BOOTCAMP BREAKDOWNDAY 1 - MONDAY 4TH AUGUST, 6-7.30PM: general-level class focusing on arms, upper body, chest opening DAY 2 -WEDNESDAY 6TH AUGUST, 6-7.30PM: general-level class focusing on abs, core strength, back bends DAY 3 - THURSDAY 7TH AUGUST, 5.30-7PM: general-level class focusing on legs, bum, hamstring and hip flexibility DAY 4 - SATURDAY 9TH AUGUST, 9.15-10.45AM: intermediate-level class with a whole-body focus, some complex wraps Information Source: Conscious Yoga | eventbrite

How Speed Dating Works in Edinburgh When you arrive at the Edinburgh venue you will be greeted by our friendly professional hosts. Once everyone has arrived and registered we will briefly explain the format of the evening. The ladies will then be asked to make their way to their allocated table. Once the ladies are seated the gentlemen will be asked to proceed to their first date. You will have 4 minutes to chat to each date, once the 4 minutes is over we will ring a bell to indicate the time is up and for the gentlemen to move to their next date. Four minutes is long enough to see if you click with the person you are talking to and whether you would like to see them again and also short enough if you don't. At the end of each date you have a brief few moments to make some notes on the person you have just dated. This is something to help jog your memory for the post event matching process the next day. Half way through the event you will have an interval break so you can nip to the toilet or top up your drink. Once all the dates are over you have the opportunity to stay on at the venue to mingle freely with others. Please remember to take your dating card home with you to assist you in entering in your ticks and potential matches. Post Event No later than 11am the following morning our matching system will be unlocked for you to enter your ticks from the previous evening. You have all day to tick as many people as you like from the night before. We guarantee you will find someone you will want to see again, otherwise we will give you your next Speed Dating event for free! Itinerary 19:00 Registration Starts 19:30 Speed Dating starts 20:15 Interval for drinks, mingling and relaxing! 20:30 Speed Dating continues 21:15/21:30 Speed Dating concludes, followed by optional post-event socializing *Please note the times for the event interval and finish are approximates and will depend of the number of daters at the event. Information Source: Slow Dating | eventbrite

Take a tour around our foundry with directors Kerry Hammond and Brian Caster. Along the way they will explain how we use the ancient lost wax casting process to create our bronze sculptures and give an insight into some current foundry projects. The tour will last for approximately an hour and a half and will end with a glass of wine or soft drink and opportunity to ask any questions. The tour route is wheelchair accessible and chairs will be placed throughout the space for those who would prefer to be seated. There is limited parking available in our yard and further on-street parking. The foundry address is: 18-19 West Harbour Road, Edinburgh, EH5 1PN. Information Source: Powderhall Bronze | eventbrite

Fun afternoon in the river discovering what lives below the surface. Suitable for 5 to 10 year olds, accompanying adult free of charge book only for the child / children. Wear wellies if you have them. Please speak to us if you would like to book for older or younger siblings. Information Source: Water of Leith Conservation Trust | eventbrite

Included in the Fringe Festival's 2for1 days on the first Monday & Tuesday of the Fringe - buy one get one free!! Experience an electrifying evening of Celtic music and culture from Clann An Drumma. Join us at Stramash for an unforgettable night of thunderous beats and melodies to get the blood pumping. Be part of the tribe! £14 + B.F. U16s with adult accompaniment Information Source: Clann An Drumma | eventbrite

Notes Certificate 12 - moderate violence, infrequent strong language, drug references Runtime - 2hrs 20 minutes The film will start promptly at 7pm without trailers. Light refreshments will be available for sale Grassmarket Community Project is a wheelchair-accessible venue. Information Source: Grassmarket Community Picture House | eventbrite

Experimental piano-troupe performs finger gymnastics and rarely heard music for 3 pianists playing 1 piano together! This ‘piano-orchestra,’ assembled from award-winning alumni of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland is a captivating spectacle pushing the limits of what a piano can do! Programme includes a toy piano and 6-hand arrangements of Bach’s Toccata and Fugue in D minor, Mozart’s Rondo alla Turka, Rossini’s Barber of Seville, Scottish folk songs and a comic performance of Sousa’s all-American Stars and Stripes Forever. “Director Matthew Shiel shone” ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ThreeWeeks “masters of their craft” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ BingeFringe PROGRAMME Stars and Stripes Forever – John Philip Sousa Fantasy after Scottish Folk Songs – Carl Czerny Romance – Sergei Rachmaninoff Rondo alla Turka (‘Turkish March’) – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Marche funèbre d’une Marionette – Charles-François Gonoud Carillon de St Pierre - Georges Malézieux Toccata and Fugue in D minor – Johann Sebastian Bach Overture from the Barber of Seville – Gioachino Rossini Matthew Shiel 'Matthew Shiel shone' (Three Weeks) and 'Matthew Shiel 'composed' a most enchanting concert. 5 stars!' (Edinburgh Guide) - reviewers are applauding Matthew for his unique, creative and fresh approach to music performance which push the boundaries of what a piano recital can be. Matthew Shiel is an award-winning concert pianist, Usher Hall and Live Music Now Scotland emerging artist who has performed at Usher Hall, The National Portrait Gallery of Scotland, St Gile's Cathedral (Edinburgh), The Glasshouse International Centre for Music (Newcastle) and Glasgow City Halls. Matthew is a graduate of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and has collaborated with festivals including the Åben Festival (Copenhagen), Music at Paxton (Berwick) and a sold-out show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Moonlight Moonlight is a performing arts company that creates immersive classical music experiences, concerts, shows and exhibitions. It celebrates interdisciplinary collaboration with writers and storytellers, visual artists, dancers and filmmakers (and beyond) to push the boundaries of what a classical concert can be and create the 'performance of the future.' Our aim is to make classical music appealing to the demands and expectations of a 21st Century audience and make classical music accessible for all. moonlightconcerts.co.uk Information Source: Moonlight | eventbrite

This group is only open to families living within EH6/EH7 with at least one child up to 5 years old. Thinking about starting potty training and don't know where to begin? Join us for a session delivered by the community health visitor team to ask your questions regarding potty training. The session will cover when to think about starting potty training/ ways to encourage potty training with your little one along with how to use the potty and where to get the most effective further information to support your journey. You can attend with or without your child. Please note that if you are bringing along your child, you are to be responsible for them at all times during the session. This session is free although we do accept donations. Donations are non-refundable. Information Source: Dr Bells Family Centre | eventbrite

Bring your little ones along to experience the fun and magic with Morgan and Liliana in this fun-filled session aimed at toddlers and their parents and carers. Information Source: Deaf Action | eventbrite

A fragrance inspired by the infinite beauty of the desert. For our Artists of Note series, Gala Colivet Dennison reimagined our iconic Rose Dunes fragrance into a piece of wearable art. Discover an array of fragrance and body products with notes of orange blossom, jasmine absolute, vanilla and musk during an innovative Fragrance Masterclass . Join us in-store as part of Edinburgh Fringe Festival at Molton Brown in St. James Quarter to discover the fragrance world of Rose Dunes. During the evening you will be immersed in the full fragrance on a sensory journey to remember with interactive activies , matching cocktails and a goody bag ! Furthermore, your £10.00 ticket price is fully redeemable off your chosen fragrance (purchases over £50.00) on the evening. T's & C's Apply. Alchocol does not form part of the ticket price, and must be 18 or older. Information Source: Molton Brown | eventbrite

Crafting Resistance: A Zine-Making Workshop on Everyday ActivismFacilitators: Identity 2.0 Date: Fri 8 August 2025 Time: 12:00 -14:00 | Free/Drop-in Activity Duration: Approx. 10-20mins Audience:Age of 12 + (anyone under 18 should be accompanied by an adult) Registration is also welcome if preferred; participants with tickets are guaranteed entry and drop-in will be on a first come first served basis if capacity is full. Location: Bayes Centre, 47 Potterrow, Edinburgh EH8 9BT Venue Access Info: Bayes Centre | AccessAble Join us for 'Crafting Resistance,' a drop-in, hands-on zine-making workshop designed to archive your everyday moments of resistance and inspire you to find new ways to critically engage with and resist the unwanted and pervasive incursion of artificial intelligence into various aspects of our lives. This interactive session will guide you through the process of creating your zine and allow us to reflect on the importance of documenting and sharing modes of resistance. The workshop draws inspiration from Identity 2.0's collaboration with a diverse range of activists for their featured project, Issue: 404. Other Workshops Check out ‘Comedic Tools for Grappling with AI’ , with Louise Ashcroft, the second drop-in making workshop happening 12:00-14:00 at Bayes Centre as part of the Tipping Point event programme. Read More If you have any questions about the event and venue, please don't hesitate to contact us at designinformatics@ed.ac.uk . Image by Arda Awais Information Source: Edinburgh College of Art | eventbrite

ARTIST PANELRe-envisioning creative and critical engagement with AI through art Speakers: Wesley Goatley, Rachel Maclean, Kiki Shervington-White, Studio Above&Below Date: Fri 8 August 2025 Time: 15:00-16:30 | Free/Ticketed Location: Bayes Centre, 47 Potterrow, Edinburgh EH8 9BT Venue Access Info: Bayes Centre | AccessAble Join us at the Bayes Centre for a dynamic panel discussion featuring artists Wesley Goatley, Rachel Maclean, and Kiki Shervington-White. Collectively, their works delve into the intersections of historical technological advances and contemporary AI developments, employing critical and speculative design, installation, interactive art, community engagement, and filmmaking. These artworks are not only designed to inspire us creatively but also to challenge us politically. How can art best serve as a powerful tool for empowering our creativity while critically exploring and advocating for more responsible, sustainable, and ethical futures in technology? OPENING RECEPTION Date: Fri 8 August 2025 Time: 18:00-20:30 | Free/Ticketed Locations: Inspace, 1 Crichton St, Newington, Edinburgh EH8 9AB G.07 at Informatics Forum, 10 Crichton St, Newington, Edinburgh EH8 9AB Venue Access Info: Inspace | AccessAble and Location | School of Informatics Join us at Inspace and Informatics Forum, to meet the artists behind the work and for the opening reception of Tipping Point: Artist Responses to AI, and Authenticity Unmasked: Unveiling AI-Driven Realities Through Art, celebrating and presenting two captivating exhibitions featuring ten new art commissions from the Bridging Responsible AI Divides (BRAID) art commission programme and BRAID funded project Cultivating Responsible Engagement with AI Technology to Empower Creatives (CREA-TEC), for the 2025 Edinburgh Art Festival and Edinburgh Festival Fringe. This evening reception features artworks by artists Louise Ashcroft, Julie Freeman, Wesley Goatley, Identity 2.0, Rachel Maclean, Kiki Shervington-White, Studio Above & Below at Inspace and artworks by Georgia Gardner, Kinnari Saraiya, dmstfctn at Informatics Forum. Join this event to discover how artists are opening up new perspectives on AI, envisioning desired futures, and exploring the communities essential for shaping them. Please book the tickets for the events you would like to attend. If you have any enquiries about the events and the venue, please contact us at designinformatics@ed.ac.uk . Image credit: Rare Metals 2 by Hanna Barakat & Archival Images of AI + AIxDESIGN www.hbarakat.com aixdesign.co/posts/archival-images-of-ai Information Source: Edinburgh College of Art | eventbrite

ARTIST PANEL Re-envisioning creative and critical engagement with AI through art Speakers: Wesley Goatley, Rachel Maclean, Kiki Shervington-White Date: Fri 8 August 2025 Time: 15:00-16:00 | Free/Ticketed Location: Bayes Centre, 47 Potterrow, Edinburgh EH8 9BT Venue Access Info: Bayes Centre | AccessAble Join us at the Bayes Centre for a dynamic panel discussion featuring artists Wesley Goatley, Rachel Maclean, and Kiki Shervington-White. Collectively, their works delve into the intersections of historical technological advances and contemporary AI developments, employing critical and speculative design, installation, interactive art, community engagement, and filmmaking. These artworks are not only designed to inspire us creatively but also to challenge us politically. How can art best serve as a powerful tool for empowering our creativity while critically exploring and advocating for more responsible, sustainable, and ethical futures in technology? OPENING RECEPTION Date: Fri 8 August 2025 Time: 18:00-20:30 | Free/Ticketed Locations: Inspace, 1 Crichton St, Newington, Edinburgh EH8 9AB G.07 at Informatics Forum, 10 Crichton St, Newington, Edinburgh EH8 9AB Venue Access Info: Inspace | AccessAble and Location | School of Informatics Join us at Inspace and Informatics Forum, to meet the artists behind the work and for the opening reception of Tipping Point: Artist Responses to AI, and Authenticity Unmasked: Unveiling AI-Driven Realities Through Art, celebrating and presenting two captivating exhibitions featuring ten new art commissions from the Bridging Responsible AI Divides (BRAID) art commission programme and BRAID funded project Cultivating Responsible Engagement with AI Technology to Empower Creatives (CREA-TEC), for the 2025 Edinburgh Art Festival and Edinburgh Festival Fringe. This evening reception features artworks by artists Louise Ashcroft, Julie Freeman, Wesley Goatley, Identity 2.0, Rachel Maclean, Kiki Shervington-White, Studio Above & Below at Inspace and artworks by Georgia Gardner, Kinnari Saraiya, dmstfctn at Informatics Forum. Join this event to discover how artists are opening up new perspectives on AI, envisioning desired futures, and exploring the communities essential for shaping them. Please book the tickets for the events you would like to attend. If you have any enquiries about the events and the venue, please contact us at designinformatics@ed.ac.uk . Image credit: Rare Metals 2 by Hanna Barakat & Archival Images of AI + AIxDESIGN www.hbarakat.com aixdesign.co/posts/archival-images-of-ai Information Source: Edinburgh College of Art | eventbrite

Comedic Tools for Grappling with AIFacilitator: Louise Ashcroft Date: Fri 8 August 2025 Time: 12:00 -14:00 | Free/Ticket | Registration is preferred, but drop-ins are also welcome Audience: Age of 12 + (anyone under 18 should be accompanied by an adult) Location: Bayes Centre, 47 Potterrow, Edinburgh EH8 9BT Venue Access Info: Bayes Centre | AccessAble Join us for ‘Comedic Tools for Grappling with AI,’ an interactive workshop led by comedy-adjacent artist Louise Ashcroft, which explores the potential for humour and speculative design to shine light on present-day societal issues. Using the current proliferation of AI hype as a backdrop, the workshop will encourage acts of community resilience and empowerment through collaborative brainstorming and hands-on activities. Come along to create and prototype your own whimsical AI gadgets using paint, drawing, and simple model-making techniques. Other Workshops Check out ‘Crafting Resistance: A Zine-Making Workshop on Everyday Activism’ , with Savena Surana and Arda Awais from Identity 2.0, the second drop-in making workshop happening 12:00-14:00 at Bayes Centre as part of the Tipping Point event programme. Read More If you have any questions about the event and venue, please don't hesitate to contact us at designinformatics@ed.ac.uk . Photo credit: Christa Holka 2024 Information Source: Edinburgh College of Art | eventbrite

ECO-Max 7: HOWARD LIDDELL MEMORIAL LECTURE. 2025 James Lovelock (1919 – 2022) : The Ecology of Gaia “Evolution is a tightly coupled dance, with life and the material environment as partners. From the dance emerges the entity Gaia.” The event will continue the theme of Eco-Max set out in the 1st Memorial Lecture in 2015 by paying tribute to one of Howard’s eco-pioneers, James Lovelock, chemist, environmentalist and inventor and author of Gaia: A New look at Life on Earth, Gaia - The Practical Science of Planetary Medicine, Healing Gaia and The Vanishing Face of Gaia - A Final Warning The event will be opened by Sandy Liddell Halliday giving the background to the Eco-max Series. This will be followed by author and journalist Jonathan Watts discussing his book: The Many Lives of James Lovelock: Science Secrets and Gaia Theory. This will be followed by a Q& A and a focus on contemporary issues. There will be opportunity to purchase signed copies of the book. Jonathan Watts Jonathan Watts is an author and journalist based in the Amazon rainforest. He is global environment editor for The Guardian and founder of the Rainforest Journalism Fund and Sumaúma.com A veteran foreign correspondent previously based in Tokyo, Beijing and Rio de Janeiro, Jonathan covered two tsunamis, three earthquakes, one cyclone, two bombings, a G8 conference, two world cups, three Olympics and interviewed numerous state leaders. He switched to full time environmental reporting after writing the eco-travelogue, When a Billion Chinese Jump . He is now living on the climate and biodiversity frontline in the Amazonian town of Altamira, where he can feel close to Gaia while writing a biography of the brilliant natural scientist James Lovelock. He is also leading a team of writers to finish the book started by his murdered friend, the British journalist Dom Phillips. The event is in person only and tea/coffee will be provided. Please e-mail us with any questions, dietary and access requiremetns on info@seda.scot Information Source: The Scottish Ecological Design Association (SEDA) | eventbrite