There’s still plenty of life left in 2025 and it’s a jam packed end to the year with festivals and then the much anticipated Christmas Market.
We’ve taken a look at just some of the things you can do in the city between now and January 1, from rodeo festivals to the classic Christmas soundtracks in the amazing St Giles.
Keep reading to see 15 things you have to do in Edinburgh before the end of 2025.

5. Royal Lyceum Theatre's Cinderella: A Fairytale
Enjoy a theatrical production of the classic fairytale, adapted for the stage, for a family-friendly outing. You can catch it between Dec 28–29. | Eamonn McGoldrick Photo: Eamonn McGoldrick

6. Christmas at the Movies
Listen to a special concert celebrating the festive soundtracks of beloved Christmas films in the atmospheric setting of St Giles' Cathedral on December 12 | David - stock.adobe.com

7. Phil Cunningham's Christmas Songbook
Take in a night of traditional Scottish folk music with a festive twist, featuring Phil Cunningham and other artists. It takes places at The Queen's Hall on December 22. | Supplied Photo: Supplied

8. Hogmanay Concert in the Gardens
Ring in the new year at this high-energy music concert featuring headliners Wet Leg, alongside Hamish Hawk and Lucia & The Best Boys. | Iris Luz


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