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Costumed performer at our Crime and Punishment in Georgian Scotland performance

Public performances

General view of Edinburgh Castle in strong sunlight

Gun Salutes

Selected dates until Sat 14 Nov 2026

A person in a dark coat holds a glowing lantern inside a stone-walled chamber. In the background, a hooded figure stands silhouetted beside a tall leaded-glass window, while the lantern casts warm light across the textured stone walls, creating a dramatic and atmospheric scene.

Whispers of the past: Dark history of the castle

Selected dates from Fri 16 Oct 2026 to Sun 1 Nov 2026

Silhouette of a hooded figure standing in a stone doorway, holding a glowing lantern. The lantern casts a warm yellow light, contrasting with the vivid green illumination on the rough stone wall behind, creating a dramatic and mysterious atmosphere.

Whispers after Dark

Selected dates from Wed 28 Oct 2026 to Sat 31 Oct 2026

Four re-enactors in costume wearing masks with linked arms and walking under a portcullis gate

Halloween Shenanigans at Edin-boo! Castle

Sat 31 Oct 2026

A selection of cakes and scones on a cake stand

Christmas Afternoon Tea

Selected dates from Tue 1 Dec 2026 to Sun 3 Jan 2027

A man sitting on a bench in front of a high brick wall dressed as Santa Claus

Victorian Christmas

Selected dates from Sat 5 Dec 2026 to Sun 13 Dec 2026

Costumed performer dressed as Rabbie Burns in the Great Hall at Edinburgh Castle

Celebrating Burns

Mon 25 Jan 2027

A group of visitors stands on a cobbled pathway beside the stone walls and rocky embankment of Edinburgh Castle. In the foreground, a guide wearing a red jacket with “Edinburgh Castle” printed on the back gestures while addressing the group.

The women that made the castle

Sat 6 Mar 2027 to Mon 8 Mar 2027