Visiting Edinburgh is a must during the summer festivals in July and August. Come and experience the cosmopolitan buzz of the International Festival and Fringe. Royal Mile Residence is conveniently located opposite the Fringe ticket office and overlooking the official street performance area on the Royal Mile.

Edinburgh Hogmanay  

 

31st December
www.edinburghshogmanay.org
Four days of fabulous events in the city. Top names in rock and pop headline the concert in the gardens, there is a street fair, big fireworks and many other events and activities to enjoy. Come and spend New Year in Scotland! .

 Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

27 July - 5 August
www.jazzmusic.co.uk
The longest running jazz festival in the UK attracting international performers and local enthusiasts to the city's Concert halls, theatres, clubs and pubs.

Edinburgh Military Tattoo

1-23 August 2008
www.edintattoo.co.uk
World famous show staged at Edinburgh Castle with bagpipes, soldiers, dancers, fireworks and much more. It gets better each year so book your tickets early!

Edinburgh Festival Fringe

3-25 August 2008
www.edfringe.com
The world's biggest and best arts festival. Performers travel from around the world to play and act at over 300 Edinburgh venues. There are literally thousands of shows to choose from. Stroll through the streets and enjoy the unique atmosphere.

Edinburgh International Book Festival

9-25 August 2008
www.edbookfest.co.uk

Edinburgh International Festival

9 - 25 August 2008
www.eif.co.uk
Opera, classical music and ballet. This is the 62nd festival.