Edinburgh trip planner

The theatrical show Riverdance originated as an interval performance act for the 1994 Eurovision Contest. It then turned into a phenomenon that celebrates traditional Irish music and dance. The show has reached more than 25 million people and performed at over 450 venues around the world since then.

Level 42 is a band from England that was formed in 1979. They are known for blending genres like jazz, funk, pop, new wave and dance rock. Their biggest charting hits include "Lessons in Love," "Something About You" and "Running In The Family."

Belinda Carlisle is a singer and musician from LA who initially gained recognition as the lead singer of the most successful all-female rock band of all time called Go-Go's. After creating chart-topping albums like Beauty and the Beat, she started performing as a solo artist in 1985 with hits like "Mad About You."

The Australian Bee Gees Show, A Tribute to the Bee Gees, will give you Saturday Night Fever every night. In a 75-minute multimedia concert performance, one of the most popular and acclaimed acts in musical history is reproduced on the stage.

The Flaming Lips is a psychedelic rock band from Oklahoma who has won three Grammy awards, including two for Best Rock Instrumental Performance. Listed as one of the 50 Bands to See Before You Die by Q magazine, their most popular albums include The Soft Bulletin and Hit to Death in the Future.

Heilung is an experimental folk band formed in 2014 whose members come from different countries like Germany, Norway and Denmark. Based on Bronze Age's runic inscriptions by Germanic people, their music presents historical figures from early medieval northern Europe. Their popular singles include "Krigsgaldr," "Norupo" and "Alfadhirhaiti."

Thriving on sharp wit and no-nonsense humor, Katherine Ryan slays audiences with her unfiltered takes on everything from modern dating to pop culture absurdities. This Canadian dynamo made her mark on the UK comedy scene, proving that transatlantic wit knows no bounds.

Started by the Hendy brothers, this contemporary Irish folk group began amassing a fanbase when they live-streamed their gigs during the COVID-19 lockdowns. You can expect the Anglophobic tunes to speak freely of their political opinions of England while getting your toes tapping. Hum along to their first song, "All the Boys on the Dole."

Mary Chapin Carpenter is a country music singer and songwriter from New Jersey whose albums "State of the Hear" and "Shooting Straight in the Dark" had 8 Top 20 charting singles on Billboard Country. Her most successful quadruple-platinum album "Come On Come On" also produced seven charting country singles.

A two-time Grammy-nominated American singer-songwriter, Iris Dement creates music by combining country, folk, and gospel sounds. Her most popular charting albums include My Life, Sing the Delta, and The Way I Should.”The rock band Goo Goo Dolls named their 1998 song, “Iris,” after her.

Formed in 2004, You Me At Six are an English rock band hailng from Weybridge, Surrey. The band consists of lead vocalist Josh Franceschi, lead guitarist Max Helyer, rhythm guitarist Chris Miller, bassist Matt Barnes, and drummer Dan Flint. Taking inspiration from the likes of Blink-182, Green Day, and Jimmy Eat World, You Me At Six have crafted a unique sound and style that has seen them become one of the most popular rock acts in the UK. With their blend of anthemic choruses and powerful riffs, the band have created a catalogue of anthemic and atmospheric tracks that have seen them become one of the most successful and acclaimed bands in the rock world.

Madeleine Peyroux is a jazz singer and songwriter from Georgia whose most applauded work includes the 2004 album Careless Love that sold half a million copies.

Produced by Brian May and Roger Taylor, Queen Extravaganza is a tribute band to Queen. Since 2012, it has been touring around the world including the USA, the UK, Australia, Canada, Europe, Hong Kong and Brazil. They perform Queen classics like Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You and Another One Bites The Dust.

The Mysterines is an alternative rock band that explores the genres of hard rock, progressive rock and punk. It originated in 2015 in Liverpool, England. Their debut album Reeling was released in 2022 and it peaked at the number nine spot on the UK Albums Chart. Some of their popular singles are "Take Control," "Hung Up" and "Who's Ur Girl?"

Bowling for Soup or BFS is a rock band from Texas that was formed in 1994. The most popular tracks created by this quartet include "1985," "Girl All The Bad Guys Want," "High School Never Ends" and "Almost." They also performed the intro song of the beloved Disney show Phineas And Ferb.

John Craigie is an American singer-songwriter who was born on June 15, 1980. John is called the "Modern-Day Troubadour." John Craigie played lead guitar for the band, Pond Rock. His album, No Rain, No Rose, was released in 2017.

The critically acclaimed stage production ‘The Classic Rock Show' performs the greatest songs from AC/DC and Aerosmith to Eric Clapton, The Eagles, ELO, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Meatloaf and Queen to The Who, Zeppelin, ZZ Top and everything in between.

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is a spectacular showcase of military precision, music, and cultural performances. Set against the iconic backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, it features international bands, dancers, and stunning visuals, creating an unforgettable experience.

The Line Through event salutes Scotland's dynamic role in contemporary art, showcasing works from noteworthy artists including David Connearn, Ian Hamilton Finlay, and Charles Poulsen. This culmination of talented offerings gives attendees a unique opportunity to marvel at creative expertise demonstrated across various mediums.

Pop Life offers a sharp exploration into societal norms via representations of the human form, embedding identity within an expansive historic backdrop of the past six decades. Event-goers will embark on a thrilling journey where art intertwines with political and socio-cultural development.

Tape Letters offers a glimpse into the poignant living stories of Pakistani migrants from 1960-1980, encapsulating an analogue era of cassette tapes. This unconventional communication system stands as its own social artifact, applauding its fascinating allure while briefly suspending their extraordinary tales with delayed playback.

At the event, 'Women in Revolt! Art and Activism in the UK 1970-90', guests can absorb body-moving narratives of collaboration, inventiveness, and revolution. An immersive exhibition intercepts this junction of art and campaigning led by empowered women from a pivotal era in Britain.

Eduardo Paolozzi's studio, filled with sculptures, models, books, toys, and his own bed wholly immerses attendees into the artist's creative sphere. It offers an intimate view into the nexus of Paolozzi's creativity and a first look at the inspirational ignition of his artistic material.

Attendees have a chance to explore the diverse world of visual arts via the unique lens of printmaking. The spectrum of creations range from detailed topographic motifs to bold abstract designs, illustrating the remarkable talent of Scottish printmakers in this exceptional discipline.

Disrupting the Narrative provides a bold platform for four dynamic Edinburgh-based writers of colour to rewrite the city's historical narrative through a 'decolonising lens'. Attendees will gain a fresh lens on colonialism, revealing Edinburgh's surprising Infidelity to transatlantic slavery.

Cold War Scotland is a deep dive into key narratives of Scots amidst the famed international disagreement, chronicling their marked significance in intelligence and volunteer civil defences. It is a product of the collaborative research project, Materialising the Cold War, inviting attendees to immerse in Scotland's profound legacy of Cold War activism and enduring influence on its politics, culture, and cogitation.

Delve into the intersection of geography and history by exploring maps used during World War II. One can witness personal memoirs, unique artifacts, captivating aerial imagery, and narratives of prisoners of war to army chaplains preserved in these cartographic keepsakes.

Ancient amulets, relics, and a Buddha sculpture from The Dhammapadipa Temple narrate the rich tale of the Theravada Buddhist tradition at this manifold exhibit. The ambiance intensifies with 19th-century Myanmar-made spinning gongs transporting attendees onto a temple-like, multi-sensory journey.