Popular Weekend Events in Edinburgh (May Updated)

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.

Join the Edinburgh Symphony Orchestra for our 2026 Summer Concert, featuring guest conductor Alistair Gibson! The Edinburgh Symphony Orchestra invites you to join us for our summer concert in Greyfriars Kirk in Edinburgh, with guest conductor Alistair Gibson. Our programme for this concert includes: Holst – Cotswold Symphony Rodney Bennet – Train Music for the Orient Express Walton – Viola Concerto (Soloist: Richard Montgomery) Vaughan Williams – Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis (Ticket price includes a copy of our programme notes) Information Source: Edinburgh Symphony Orchestra | eventbrite

A family-friendly walk where children and families come together to stand in solidarity with the children and women of Gaza. Join us on Sunday, 31st May 2026, from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM , for a meaningful Children’s Walk for Gaza at The Meadows Park, Edinburgh. This family-friendly walk brings children and families together to take purposeful steps in support of children and families facing humanitarian hardship in Gaza. Together, we’ll raise vital funds to support emergency aid for those in urgent need. 📅 Date: Sunday, 31st May 2026 🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 Location: The Meadows Park, Edinburgh 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A Family-Friendly Walk Bring your children for a safe, uplifting, and purposeful walk rooted in compassion, generosity, and community spirit. 🏅 Special for the Children: • Medals and certificates for every child • A positive, encouraging atmosphere 🎒 What to Bring: • Comfortable walking shoes • Weather-appropriate clothing • Water and light snacks • Big smiles and positive energy 💷 Fundraising Target: £100 per child 🎟 Registration: FREE 📞 Contact Organiser: +44 7368 901005 Please note: You will be added to a WhatsApp group for communication, and a giving page will be set up so you can share the link with your family and friends to help raise vital funds supporting families in Gaza. ✨ Why We Walk This walk is not political in nature. It is a peaceful, community-led initiative focused solely on raising funds to support children and families in humanitarian need through essential aid such as food, clean water, medical care, and shelter. Let’s walk together, remembering the children, amplifying their voices, and standing with Gaza. 🌿🇵🇸 One step at a time. One meaningful impact. 🌱 Information Source: Forgotten Women | eventbrite

Join us for a return coach trip from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Murrayfield to enjoy the legendary Zach Bryan concert! Welcome to the Zach Bryan Concert Trip - Aberdeen To Edinburgh Murrayfield (Return Travel)! Join us for an epic journey from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Murrayfield Stadium to see Zach Bryan perform live! Get ready to sing along to all your favorite hits and have an unforgettable experience with fellow fans. Our luxurious coach fleet will ensure to have you arrive in plenty of time while having you arrive in style! Event Details: Date: Sunday 14th June 2026 Time: 13:00 Location: Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium Coach Return Travel ONLY - No concert tickets included. Avoid the hassle of booking overnight stay. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to see Zach Bryan in concert. Book your spot now for a trip you won't forget! Information Source: King Coaches | eventbrite

The Scottish national rugby union team, commonly known as Scotland, represents Scotland in international rugby union competitions. The team competes annually in the Six Nations Championship, which includes England, Ireland, Wales, France, and Italy. Scotland has a long history in rugby union, being one of the original nations to compete in the annual tournament. The team has won the championship 15 times, with their most recent victory being in 1999. Some of the team's most notable accomplishments include winning the Grand Slam in 1984 and producing some of the world's best players, such as Gavin Hastings and Stuart Hogg. Their home stadium is BT Murrayfield in Edinburgh, which has a capacity of over 67,000 spectators and is known as one of the most iconic rugby stadiums in the world. Italy's Rugby Union team has been a force to be reckoned with in the international rugby scene, competing in the prestigious Six Nations Championship and the Rugby World Cup. The team has a rich history, having been formed in 1929 and earning their first international win in 1987. The Azzurri, as they are known, have a strong and dedicated fan base, with their home games played at the iconic Stadio Olimpico in Rome. The team boasts talented players such as Sergio Parisse, their most capped player and top try scorer, and Matteo Minozzi, who was named in the 2018 Six Nations Team of the Tournament. Although they have yet to win a major international trophy, the team has made significant progress and continues to excite and impress in every match they play. Information Source: fixturecalendar.com

The Scottish national rugby union team, commonly known as Scotland, represents Scotland in international rugby union competitions. The team competes annually in the Six Nations Championship, which includes Principality Stadium0, Ireland, Principality Stadium5, Principality Stadium2, and Principality Stadium4. Scotland has a long history in rugby union, being one of the original nations to compete in the annual tournament. The team has won the championship 15 times, with their most recent victory being in 1999. Some of the team's most notable accomplishments include winning the Grand Slam in 1984 and producing some of the world's best players, such as Gavin Hastings and Stuart Hogg. Their home stadium is BT Murrayfield in Edinburgh, which has a capacity of over 67,000 spectators and is known as one of the most iconic rugby stadiums in the world. Wales has long been a dominant force in the world of Principality Stadium3 Union, with a formidable team that continues to make its mark on the international stage. The Welsh national team, known as the Welsh Principality Stadium1, competes in the annual Six Nations Championship against other European powerhouses such as Principality Stadium0, Ireland, and Scotland. They have also participated in every Rugby World Cup since its inception in 1987, reaching the semi-finals three times. The team has a strong history of success, having won the Six Nations Championship 27 times and claiming Grand Slam titles on multiple occasions. Some of the most iconic players to have represented Principality Stadium5 on the field include Gareth Edwards, Barry John, and Alun Wyn Jones, who holds the record for the most caps for the team. The Welsh national team is based at the majestic Principality Stadium in Cardiff, with a capacity of over 74,500 fervent fans cheering on their beloved Principality Stadium1. With a rich history and a fierce passion for the game, Principality Stadium5 is undoubtedly a powerhouse in the world of Principality Stadium3 Union. Information Source: fixturecalendar.com

This room invites you to step inside the artist’s studio: a place for creating, dreaming and thinking, where reality can be reimagined and transformed.Studios come in different shapes and sizes. From boat houses to seaside cottages and purpose-built environments, creative spaces are varied and unique. For many artists, their workspaces have also been dictated by circumstance, often marked by uncertainty and impermanence. The works on display give us a glimpse into the studio and the practical conditions of artmaking. They prompt us to consider how artists make work and how space can interact with and influence their materials and methods of making.

3-hour workshop exploring Taoist philosophy and its application in Qi Gong practice Qi Gong is a mindful movement practice where we work with our life-force energy to help feel less stressed, more energised, and in greater harmony with ourselves, others and with the rest of nature. Qi Gong has ancient roots and is based on Taoist philosophy and Traditional Chinese Medicine theory. This workshop will cover: • Introduction to Taoist philosophy: the Tao and Yin-Yang theory • Qi Gong practice and meditation • Readings from Tao te Ching Dates of future workshops: 27 June: The Three Treasures, Inch House Community Centre 22 Aug: Principles of Taoism – Wu Wei (effortlss action), Salisbury Centre 3 Oct: Topic tbc, Inch House Community Centre 14 Nov: Qi Gong and Meridians, Salisbury Centre All workshops 10-1pm, booking details nearer the time What to wear/bring Wear warm loose clothing. There are yoga mats and blankets in the Studio but feel free to bring your own if you prefer. If you have a physical or mental health medical condition that might affect your ability to participate, or affect your or other people’s safety or enjoyment, you should take appropriate medical advice and inform me of your condition. Please also let me know if you are pregnant. Accessibility : the Studio is located upstairs on the first floor and is accessed by a single flight of stairs - unfortunately there is no lift. About the teacher : Nadine Andrews is a certified Holden QiGong Instructor and has been practising Qi Gong and other Taoist physical arts for 20 years, and has taught mindfulness meditation since completing teacher training in 2013 with Bangor University Centre for Mindfulness Research and Practice in 2013. https://lifefriendly.earth/ Information Source: Nadine Andrews | eventbrite

Come and learn everything you need to know about repairing punctures on your bike in our friendly and inclusive space! Come and learn everything you need to know about repairing punctures on your bike, in our friendly and inclusive space! Suggestions You are encouraged to bring your bike. It is best to learn puncture repair on your own bike. Wear older clothes, or something you don't mind accidentally getting dirty. Information Source: The Wee Spoke Hub by SHRUB Coop | eventbrite

The Lys Food Festival is a family-friendly event that blends international flavors with local specialties, seamlessly combining global street food, independent drinks, live music, art, and charitable collaborations with local talent. The brand-new 2026 event will take place in Lys city centre, hosting its inaugural food, local talent, performing arts, and community celebration. Lys Links is one of Edinburgh’s most distinctive green spaces, renowned for its expansive parks, tree-lined boulevards, and various sports fields. The festival venue is located within this shared space, which has long been used for recreation, sports, and community weekend events.