What’s on in Edinburgh in January 2024?

What’s on in Edinburgh in January 2025? As well as seasonal and special events, Edinburgh is the perfect city for year-round attractions. Enjoy days out, family activities, and of course, hundreds of dining out options. Here are our recommendations for your January. Burns & Beyond A cultural festival commemorating the life and influence of Robert Burns, the revered National Bard of Scotland. With a range of events taking place throughout the weekend, you'll find something to love in the very best in live music, comedy, poetry, dance and art from across Scotland What? Festival When? January - February 2025 | Dates TBC Where? Various Edinburgh Farmers’ Market There is nothing like the feeling of being wrapped up warm and strolling through the open Edinburgh Farmers' Market. Take a culinary journey to paradise as you savour farm-fresh, locally sourced delights, ranging from luscious jams to succulent burgers and zesty cheeses. What? Food Market When? Every Saturday, 9am-2pm Where? Castle Terrace Exhibition: Cold War Scotland "Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict." What? History Exhibition When? 13th July 2024 - 26th January 2025 Where? National Museum of Scotland, Chamber Street Scottish Ballet: The Nutcracker! "We follow Clara on a journey through the worlds of her imagination, as she drifts off to sleep on Christmas Eve. She meets the dashing Nutcracker Prince, takes on the larger-than-life Rat King, sees snowflakes dance in the Land of Ice and Snow, and is whisked into the luscious Land of Sweets by the Sugar Plum Fairy!" What? Dance When? 8th - 18th January 2025, with a 'relaxed performance for those requiring additional support' on January 16th Where? Festival Theatre Johnny Walker Experience in Edinburgh city centre Having opened in 2021, Princes Street’s Johnny Walker Experience is a must for whisky lovers (and those who are just beginning their journey into Scotch). The Luxury Scottish Wedding Show | The Assembly Rooms In The Assembly Rooms, you will find everything in the A-Z of wedding ‘must-haves’. If you have just started with your wedding plans or are looking for those all important finishing touches, whether your dream wedding is large or small, traditional or something just a little but different - LSW is the place to be! What? Wedding Show When? 19th January 2025 Where? The Assembly Rooms Turner in January Turner in January, the annual display of these watercolours in Edinburgh, is a keenly awaited tradition for many people in Scotland. At the dawning of the New Year, as we leave behind the darkest days of winter, the bright vitality of Turner’s watercolours is just what we need. In 2025, "to mark the 250th anniversary of Turner’s birth, the National Gallery of Ireland is undertaking an exciting exchange with the National Galleries of Scotland. In January 2025, the National Galleries of Scotland’s group of 38 Vaughan Bequest Turner watercolours will go on display in the Print Gallery at the National Gallery of Ireland. At the same time, the National Galleries of Scotland will display the National Gallery of Ireland’s Turner collection in their Royal Scottish Academy building." This is an exciting opportunity to experience a long-lasting Edinburgh tradition with a twist! What? Art When? 1st -31st January 2025 Where? Scottish National Gallery (Royal Scottish Academy) Edinburgh Castle Probably the capital’s most famous attraction, Edinburgh Castle is well worth a visit if you’re coming to the city for the first time. Learn all about its impressive and lengthy history and make sure you arrive in time for the one o’clock gun. The Rocky Horror Show "Australian superstar Jason Donovan comes to Edinburgh in Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical, The Rocky Horror Show, as part of a new world tour. The legendary performer reprises his iconic role as the captivating Frank-n-Furter across the UK, following a sold out Australian Tour in 2024." What? Show When? 20th - 25th January 2025 Where? Edinburgh Playhouse National Museum of Scotland Whether you’re visiting Edinburgh as a family, alone, or for a romantic city break, the National Museum of Scotland is a magical place to visit. With more to see and learn than you can imagine, we recommend making sure you leave enough time to visit the rooftop, where the views over the city are breath-taking. Scottish National Portrait Gallery Housed in an impressive building, the Scottish National Portrait Gallery is home to some world-famous works. With exhibitions beginning throughout the year, you’re guaranteed to love being immersed in the world of art and culture. Paolozzi Studio "Eduardo Paolozzi’s studio is meticulously recreated with sculptures, models, books, toys and even his bed. In 1994 the artist donated the entire contents of his Chelsea studio to the National Galleries of Scotland. Viewing the studio, you gain a personal insight into how the artist worked and what inspired him." What? Art When? Now - 26th January 2025 Where? Modern 2, 73 & 75 Belford Road, Edinburgh, EH4 3DR Forth Boat Tours from South Queensferry in Edinburgh Fancy doing something a little different? Take one of Forth Boat Tours’ excursions and take in the sights of the famous Forth Rail Bridge up-close. Make sure you wrap up warm in the winter months!