With so much to see and do in Edinburgh this February, we've highlighted the 12 best events taking place in the city.
Scottish pop legends Wet Wet Wet will bring their co-headline tour with Go West to the Usher Hall, smash hit musicals Jesus Christ Superstar and Peter Pan Goes Wrong will be in town, and a candlelight concert will take place in an Edinburgh church. While, entertainer Rob Brydon will bring his show to the Festival Theatre, a circus will be performing in a shopping centre car park, and the creator of hit TV show Sex and the City will also make an appearance this coming month in Edinburgh.
5. Peter Pan Goes Wrong
Mischief return with their riotous spin on a timeless classic, the West End smash hit Peter Pan Goes Wrong. Catch it at Edinburgh Playhouse from February 27 until March 2, 7.30pm, with matinee 2.30pm on Wednesday and Saturday. The members of the Cornley Drama Society are back on stage, battling technical hitches, flying mishaps and cast disputes as they attempt to present J.M Barrie’s much-loved tale. But will they ever make it to Neverland? Tickets from £13 are still available at the box office. Photo: Alastair Muir
6. The Filthy Tongues
Catch Scottish alternative rock band, The Filthy Tongues at Cabaret Voltaire on Saturday, February 3. The core members of the band - Martin Metcalfe on vocals and guitar, Derek Kelly on drums and Fin Wilson on bass guitar - have been making music together since the 80's, including as Goodbye Mr MacKenzie featuring Garbage frontwoman, Edinburgh's own Shirley Manson. Tickets priced £19.50 are available at www.ticketmaster.co.uk/the-filthy-tongues-edinburgh-03-02-2024/event/36005F5A966D3276. Photo: Karen Lamond
7. Big Kid Circus
Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town again! Catch it at the Gyle Shopping Centre Car Park from February 12 - 18. Big Kid Circus 2024 proudly boasts a truly diverse ensemble of performers hailing from every corner of the globe. Shows are on weekdays 3pm & 7pm/ Saturday 1pm, 4pm & 7pm / Sunday 12pm & 3pm. Tickets from £8.99 - £17.99 are available at www.bigkidcircus.co.uk/tickets/ Photo: Submitted
8. Valentine's Day at The Botanist
On Wednesday, February 14, The Botanist in Edinburgh's New Town will be serving an exclusive Valentine’s Day menu for you to enjoy with your loved one along with live music. From £60 for two, you can get all loved up with your partner over a delicious three course set menu and a complimentary cocktail while you enjoy some live music. Call 0131 322 2205 to book. Photo: NWTC