activities, debates, exhibitions, theatre, comedy, art, photography, family history, film, open days and much more that will appeal to all ages.
EDINBURGH CRAFT BEER REVOLUTION FESTIVAL
Assembly Roxy, Thu 23–Sat 25 Nov, revolutioncraftbeer.com A craft beer festival offering over 60 beers from Scotland and across the UK, including Fierce Beer, Cross Borders, Pilot and Fyne Ales. Non beery tipples are also available as well as some carefully selected street food vendors.
FOODIES FESTIVAL EICC, Fri 24–Sun 26 Nov, foodiesfestival.com The UK’s biggest celebration of food and drink with a tantalising menu of new culinary features, MasterChef winners, Great British Menu stars and a lineup of foodie fun that promises a great day out.
TIM BURTON FREE FILM FESTIVAL
The Three Sisters, Sun 5–Thu 9 Nov, thethreesistersbar.co.uk Celebrate the magic of Tim Burton with a weekend screening some of his most-loved films. All films are screened on The Three Sisters’ outdoor movie screen.
BONNIE PRINCE CHARLIE AND THE JACOBITES
National Museum of Scotland, until Sun 12 Nov, nms.ac.uk Major exhibition telling the real story of Bonnie Prince Charlie and the rise and fall of the Jacobites, drawing on a rich wealth of material to tell the story of the doomed rebellion.
EDINBURGH ART FAIR Corn Exchange, Fri 17–Sun 19 Nov, artedinburgh.com The chance to peruse and pick up artwork from 60+ exhibitors from the UK and the rest of Europe. Thousands of pieces by 20th and 21st century artists are on offer, and there’s also a fully licensed café and bar.
PREVIOUSLY . . . SCOTLAND’S HISTORY FESTIVAL
Various venues, Fri 17–Sun 26 Nov, historyfest.co.uk The festival brings Scotland’s history to life in a packed programme of talks, walks, tours, teas,
EDINBURGH COMIC ART TORCHLIGHT PROCESSION
FESTIVAL Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Sat 2 Dec, comicartfestival.co.uk A weekend of new authors, new comic books and new comic art talent. Rachael Stott, artist for Star Trek, Green Lantern, Ghostbusters and Dr Who, is the guest of honor and is joined by over 40 creators from across the UK.
Old Town, Sat 30 Dec, edinburghshogmanay.com Marking the beginning of the bumper Hogmanay celebrations, folk in their thousands – led by massed pipes and drums – carry torches through the Old Town from George IV Bridge to Calton Hill. The event ends with a spectacular fireworks display. See feature, page 54.
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BLOODWISE REINDEER RUN CHRISTMAS ABOARD THE
Holyrood Park, Sun 3 Dec, bloodwise.org.uk/reindeer-run A festive fun run held in Holyrood Park to raise funds for Bloodwise. Choose to walk or run 1km, 5km or 10km. There’s mince pies, mulled wine and soft drinks at the finish. Fancy dress is strongly encouraged and you receive your very own reindeer antlers to wear on the day.
ROYAL YACHT BRITANNIA Royal Yacht Britannia, until 2 Jan, royalyachtbritannia.co.uk See the Britannia in all her Christmas glory, including the traditional tree on the bridge, and enjoy complimentary mulled wine and shortbread in the Officers’ Mess.
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SLEEP IN THE PARK SUPERNOVA KELPIES
Princes Street Gardens, Sat 9 Dec, sleepinthepark.co.uk A landmark event organised by Edinburgh homelessness charity Social Bite, this massive sleep-out in Princes Street Gardens aims to raise £4million to end homelessness in Scotland. There will be appearances from a host of stars including Rob Brydon, Liam Gallagher, Deacon Blue, Amy MacDonald, Frightened Rabbit, and more. See feature, page 50.
The Helix, Falkirk, Fri 10–Sun 12 Nov, supernovarun.com A 5km run around the Kelpies, two 30-metre high horses who each weigh 300 tonnes. Bring your head torch and as much fluorescent clothing as you can handle.
A CHRISTMAS FAIRY TRAIL Archerfield Walled Garden, Dirleton, Thu 14 Dec–Sat 16 Jan, archerfieldwalledgarden.com A new immersive light show on Archerfield Estate in East Lothian, complete with a fairy disco, sparkling willow walk, food & drink and Christmas music.
LOONY DOOK South Queensferry, Mon 1 Jan, edinburghshogmanay.com Dive into 2018 with a dip off South Queensferry. Gather for the parade and watch as the swimmers freeze their proverbials off under the iconic Forth Rail Bridge.
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After-dark festive fun for all the family Scented Fire Garden • Choir of the Trees The Crystal Lawn • Santa and his Elves Seasonal Food and Gifts
24 NOV – 30 DEC
rbge.org.uk/christmas 08716 207 051 A single charge of £2 per transaction applies for print at home tickets, £2.50 for tickets sent by post. Not open every day. Check website for full details. No fees for bookings made in person at RBGE.
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