Most of the Robert Burns-inspired events in Edinburgh which we have highlighted take place on the Bard’s birthday, Saturday, January 25, however, there are other events taking place across the city in the run-up to the big day.
As you will have guessed, there are plenty of Burns suppers and ceilidh’s happening in Edinburgh again this year, as well as special events focusing on the Bard’s songs, and even a Scottish quiz and a Burns Murder Mystery night.
9. Burns murder mystery
Should Auld Acquaintance Be Found Dead! Book now for Grassmarket Community Project's Burns Night Eve Murder Mystery and Dinner on Friday, January 24 at 7pm, and help solve a thrilling murder mystery. Following the great success of the project's last Murder Mystery Night and Dinner, this in-person event, hosted by Tentpeg Productions, promises to be a night full of surprises and excitement. With all profits going directly to the Grassmarket Community Project, this entertaining event is also a great way to support our essential work with Edinburgh’s most vulnerable. Your ticket includes: three Course Dinner with Tea, Coffee & Shortbread, and a dram to toast the Bard. Tickets, £46.75, available at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/burns-night-eve-murder-mystery-and-dinner-tickets-1079327630999. | Grassmarket Community Project
10. Flight Club
If you’re looking for a fun way to celebrate Burns Night this year, head to Flight Club Edinburgh. The lively fairground-inspired cocktail and Social Darts bar is honouring the great Rabbie Burns’ 265th birthday with a twist on its bottomless brunch. Promising to be an unforgettable experience, Flight Club’s two-hour Burns Night Brunch on January 25 includes a Scotch cocktail on arrival, followed by a bottle of Prosecco or four bottles of beer, and bottomless sourdough pizza paddles. Over the course of the two-hour brunch session, you’ll spend half in an oche, perfecting your Social Darts skills, and the other half soaking up the atmosphere and raising a glass to Rabbie Burns. Tickets are from £35 and can be booked here: https://flightclubdarts.com/brunch/burns-night?venue=edinburgh | Red Engine
11. Burns Night ceilidh at church
Join the Edinburgh Orthodox Youth Fellowship for their third Burns Night Ceilidh at Craigmillar Park Church in Edinburgh on Saturday, January 18. This lively event promises an evening filled with fantastic dancing, delightful local beer and wine, and catering – all included in the ticket price. The fantastic Ceilidh band will guide you through every dance. Secure your tickets in advance for an early bird discount, traditional dances, great company, and an overall celebration of Burns Night that you won't want to miss. Kilts/traditional outfits are encouraged. Tickets are £20, or £15 for early bird tickets. Go to: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-burns-night-ceilidh-lll-edinburgh-tickets-1122289170119. | Google Streetview
12. Scottish quiz at Ikea
Swedish furniture retailer is hosting a Scottish quiz on Wednesday, January 22, 6pm - 8pm at its Straiton store. Join in teams or alone as you battle through different rounds of quiz topics which are Scottish inspired. in the customer restaurant Mark your calendars and save the date for an evening filled with laughter, quizing and brain racking questions. Please make sure you arrive at 6pm for the quiz to begin at 6:15. Food and drink can be purchased and consumed while the event is taking place, with kids eating from 95p. Tickets are free, but must be booked in advance at https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/stores/events/ikea-edinburgh/scottish-quiz-night--1b7f5454-886e-4ecf-abc2-8591b6affa79/ | SWNS