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Written by Daisy Curtis
Visit Edinburgh and embrace the culture, entertainment and beauty of May! Here are our top suggestions.
Edinburgh is bursting into life with entertainment, education, music and fun for all visitors. Here are some of May 2025’s top events in Edinburgh.
May is Whisky Month and people across Edinburgh, Scotland – and the world – rejoice in a celebration of the ‘water of life.’ As if any further excuse to raise a dram was necessary, there’s also World Whisky Day on the 17th of May.
What? Beverage Festival
When? May 2025
Where? Edinburgh Pubs and Markets
Perfect for? Everyone, Whisky Lovers
The very best traditional music from Scotland and around the world.
What? Music
When? 2nd - 12th May 2025
Where? Various venues
Perfect for? Everyone, Music Lovers
"Their all time classic hits such as 'Proud Mary', 'Bad Moon Rising', 'Have You Ever Seen The Rain', 'Born on the Bayou', 'Fortunate Son', 'Down on the Corner', 'Up Around the Bend' along with CCR and John Fogerty fan favourites are powerfully reprised by Clearwater Creedence Revival."
What? Concert
When? 3 May 2025
Where? The Queen's Hall
Perfect for? Everyone, Music Lovers
"Pop the champagne and prepare for the spectacular spectacular as Moulin Rouge! The Musical begins its World Tour at Edinburgh Playhouse from April 2025!"
What? Musical
When? 25th April - 14th June 2025
Where? Edinburgh Playhouse
Perfect for? Everyone, Musicals Lovers
Annual Edinburgh Marathon is a must-do event for every runner.
There are various distances and routes for every liking.
There is no better time to do a run in Edinburgh than the beautiful Spring.
What? Run
When? 25th May 2025
Where? Edinburgh, Many Routes
Perfect for? Everyone, Sports Lovers
A vibrant celebration of creativity, imagination, and storytelling for young audiences from around the world. A showcase of a diverse array of theatre, dance, puppetry, and multimedia performances specifically tailored for children and families.
What? Festival
When? 24th May - 1st June 2025
Where? Edinburgh
Perfect for? Families
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
Whatever your plans are for visiting Edinburgh in May 2025, The Edinburgh Address has the perfect self-catering holiday home for you and your group.
We offer a hand-picked collection of holiday accommodation all over the city to suit a range of different tastes and budgets.
Book your Edinburgh city centre holiday home here today, or give us call on 0131 261 8646 so we can find the perfect place for you and your family.
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