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GLASGOW SCIENCE FESTIVAL
Various venues, Glasgow, Thu 9–Sun 19 Jun, glasgowsciencefestival. org.uk A packed programme of workshops, shows, films, discussion, exhibitions and art collaborations allows budding scientists to sit back and learn
something new or don safety goggles and take part in an experiment. Explore ‘Glasgow Innovates’ across the city and take part in events as part of Scotland’s Year of Innovation, Architecture and Design.
MERCHANT CITY FESTIVAL
Merchant City, Glasgow, Sat 30 Jul–Sun 7 Aug, merchantcityfestival. com A diverse arts festival in Glasgow’s swanky part of town. Comedy, theatre and art events cram themselves into the area’s fashionable buildings, while street performers add to the festival atmosphere. See preview, page 77.
EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL MAGIC
FESTIVAL
Various venues, Edinburgh, Fri 1–Fri 8 Jul, magicfest.co.uk MagicFest presents another programme of close-up conundrums, mind- boggling illusions, comic cabaret and other feats of the impossible. The festival features workshops as well
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as shows and ends with the illustrious Closing Gala, a fast paced performance of illusion, sleight of hand, circus and mind reading. See preview, page 59.
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EDINBURGH FESTIVAL COVERAGE, SEE OUR AUGUST ISSUES AND GO TO LIST.CO.UK/ FESTIVAL This tattoo draws s crowds (and performers) from all over the world with massed pipes and drums, military bands, display and teams, dancers and ent of the the haunting lament of the Lone Piper set against the magnificent backcloth of Edinburgh Castle.
MUSEUM AFTER HOURS: FRIDAY FRINGE TAKEOVER
National Museum of Scotland, Fri 12, 19 & 26 Aug, nms.ac.uk/ afterhours For three nights during August, the National Museum of Scotland opens its doors after hours, giving adult audiences a multi-genre spectacle of international Fringe talent programmed by the festival gurus here at The List.
EDINBURGH MELA Leith Links, Sat 27 & Sun 28 Aug, edinburgh-mela.co.uk World music, dance, fashion, food and fun spread over four areas: the Main Music Stage, the Mela World Dance Feste, the Mela Mix stage and the Mela Kidzone. The Mela Global Food Village is on hand to replenish your energy after taking in all the sights and sounds.
Edinburgh Military Tattoo
celebrating LGBT equality with live music from TopLoader and Stooshe in the Arena, community organisations in the Village Square, family entertainment including the Pride Dog Show in the Village Green and, of course, the parade. EDINBURGH
SUMMER NIGHTS AT THE ZOO Edinburgh Zoo, Thu 2, 9, 23 & 30 Jun, edinburghzoo.org.uk/ summernights The zoo opens its gates for a series of adults-only extravaganzas featuring locally-sourced food, interactive science stations, talks about conservation, a silent disco, comedians and photo stations.
EDINBURGH FESTIVAL OF CYCLING
Various venues, Thu 9–Sun 19 Jun, edfoc.org.uk The bike festival lends a bit of sport to Edinburgh’s stacked arts and culture festival calendar. Alongside cycling events, from lengthy scenic tours to talks from well-known cyclists to family bike rides, the festival also features a related film and art programme.
ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO
Edinburgh Castle Esplanade, Fri 5–Sat 27 Aug, edintattoo.co.uk
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GLASGOW MELA Kelvingrove Park, Sun 17 Jul, glasgowmela.com For over 25 years this huge outdoor festival has been celebrating the traditions of Glasgow’s many and varied immigrant communities with a mix of international music, dance, activities and stalls.
RESONATE: TOTAL GAMING SECC, Fri 29–Sun 31 Jul, resonatetotalgaming.com A brand new three-day festival of gaming, the first of its kind in Scotland. Featuring a professional eSports tournament, a junior ‘gamer zone’, a play hall and a retail zone where gamers can compete and mix with YouTube stars.
PRIDE GLASGOW Glasgow Green, Sat 20 & Sun 21 Aug, pride.scot Pride Glasgow returns with a weekend
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Hemma 4 Jun: Swedish Fika
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6 Jun: Swedish National day celebrations 11 Jun: Akva’s 1st Birthday party
18 Jun: Union Canal Festival 19 Jun: Father’s Day BBQ
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25 Jun: Sofi’s Birthday party
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Tickets now on sale for the Crayfish Party in August
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