STUDENT GUIDE 2016 CULTURAL
So you’ve come to Scotland for uni, you lucky things. You lucky, cultured things.
From now until summer 2017, you’ll learn there’s more to life than lectures (but those are important too). Make sure you put aside a bit of time this year to
take in some of the fun stuff the country has to offer
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EDINBURGH’S HOGMANAY The capital can’t be beat at New Year. The gig in Princes Street Gardens attracts big-name acts (in 2015 it was Biffy Clyro, Idlewild and Honeyblood), while the street party is the place to be for the bells. Edinburgh, 31 Dec. BELTANE FIRE FESTIVAL This is more than just an excuse to dance naked round a fire - it’s actually a modern take on the traditional celebration of the death of winter and the birth of summer. Edinburgh, Apr.
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98 THE LIST 1 Sep–3 Nov 2016
GLASGOW FILM FESTIVAL The always exciting GFF has only been around for 11 years, but is one of the UK’s best film festivals, featuring popular flicks, indie movies and lively events (that Dazed and Confused roller disco, anyone?) Glasgow, Feb.
GLASGOW INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL A worthy competitor to Edinburgh’s crown, every March comedians flock to Glasgow to showcase their very best jokes. Richard Herring, Jimmy Carr and Jon Ronson are just a few of the funny names already lined up for 2017. Glasgow, Mar.
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RESONATE: TOTAL GAMING This Glasgow festival is a newbie, but bound to be a firm favourite in the gaming community. There’s an eSports tournament, a retro gaming zone, a chance to meet YouTube stars, and all the fun your joystick can give you. Glasgow, Jul.