What's on in Edinburgh in November 2022

Edinburgh Christmas Market 2022 19 November 2022 to 3 January 2023 Princes Street This is what makes Edinburgh magical at the end of the year: lights, decorations, attractions, shows, food and mulled wine. There’s no need to go somewhere else to find the perfect Christmas spirit. Put your ice skates on, giggle on the funfair rides, order a hot dog and walk around the great gift shops to find the perfect Christmas gift. The festival is a fantastic celebration and great fun for the whole family. Fontaines D.C. Mon, 28 November 19:00–23:00 O2 Academy Edinburgh, 11 New Market Rd, Edinburgh They took home the award for 'Best Band in the World'! What an award. Watch this Irish post-punk band as they play their third album 'Skinty Fia' from 2022, hopefully with some of their classics included in the line-up. Scots Fiddle Festival 2022 18 to 20 November The Pleasance, Edinburgh 10am-1am With Ceilidh's, concerts, recitals and clubs, there is something for everyone in the fiddle festival. Events take place throughout the day, with prices ranging for each show. The Scots Fiddle Festival launched in 1996 to promote and sustain traditional Scots fiddle music. With an international collaboration of performers this will inspire you, entertain you, and thrill you. The Snow Queen 19 November to 10 December 19:00 Festival Theatre, 13-29 Nicolson St, Edinburgh Be whisked away to a faraway land with glittering winter scenes performed by the Scottish Ballet. A show guaranteed to ignite the feelings of winter with music by Rimsky-Korsakov and choreography by Christopher Hampson. Big Big Wedding Fair 2022 5 - 6 November O2 Academy Edinburgh, 11 New Market Rd, Edinburgh if you're planning a wedding, this is the must-attend show of the year. Over 100 exhibitors will be displaying their services to bring magic to your special wedding day. An Evening with Monty Don 21 November 19:30–21:30 The Usher Hall, Lothian Rd, Edinburgh After the joy of Adam Frost in October, Edinburgh is fortunate to see the charming BBC Gardeners' World presenter, Monty Don in this evening performance. Monty will share his love of gardens, and will inspire you to enjoy your outdoor space, no matter the size. Maxim Vengerov 27 November 18:30–20:30 The Usher Hall, Lothian Rd, Edinburgh Immerse yourself into the sounds from Maxim Vengerov, one of the world’s greatest violinists, as he joins Malta Philharmonic Orchestra in two concertos – composed a century apart. The Bonfire Night at Hopetoun House 2022 5 November, 16:00–19:30, Hopetoun House, Queensferry, South Queensferry Ticket prices vary. Bonfire Night is a UK event held annually around the 5th November and is traditionally celebrated by setting off fireworks and burning a straw man named after Guy Fawkes. Bonfire Night is usually referred to as 'Guy' Fawkes Night. Watch the colour and delight in the atmosphere at Hopetoun House, a gorgeous home in the iconic town of South Queensferry just outside the city. The Edinburgh Short Film Festival 2022 28 October to 11 November Summerhall:Summerhall Pl, Edinburgh EH9 1PL / Filmhouse: 88 Lothian Rd, Edinburgh EH3 9BZ An unmissable event for film lovers. Devoted to screening short movies from all around the world, the festival is also hosting the most talented filmmakers from Germany, China, Russia, and more. From budget to Oscar-nominated films, the Edinburgh Short Film Festival is going to blow your mind, once again. Rugby Autumn Test 2022 Scotland is playing Australia, Fiji, New Zealand and Argentina and they need your support! Scotland v Australia 29 October BT Murrayfield Stadium 17:30 Scotland v Fiji 5 November BT Murrayfield Stadium 13:00 Scotland v New Zealand 13 November BT Murrayfield Stadium 14:15 Scotland v Argentina 19 November BT Murrayfield Stadium 15:15