Latest Events in Edinburgh: Concerts, Shows, Fairs, Calendar&Tickets(February Updated)

Founded in 1947, the Edinburgh International Festival is a world-class performing arts event and an annual gathering for people from all over the world. Upholding excellence and innovation, the festival lasts for three weeks each August, bringing together top performers and groups in dance, opera, music, and theatre, making Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, a world-class performing arts event and an annual gathering for people from all over the world. Each year, the Edinburgh International Festival team searches the globe for the most dynamic and creative artists of our time. Together, they create unique collaborative projects, world premieres, fresh interpretations of classic works, critically acclaimed productions, and more… all designed to attract, amaze, and entertain audiences from around the world. All of this takes place in Edinburgh, the historic capital of Scotland.

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Explore the creation and use of maps during the Second World War. Discover their use through personal stories, photography, and memorabilia. Between 1939 and 1945 over 3 billion maps were produced for the Allied, Soviet and German forces. Used to navigate the jungles of south-east Asia or for devising an escape plan, the maps on display are now mementoes. Maps kept alongside medals and photographs to say ‘I was there.’ You'll find aerial photography, war diaries, and even a fashionable dress made from escape and evasion maps. The exhibition introduces us to a Prisoner of War, an RAF pilot, a Brigadier and an army chaplain through the maps they kept as a memory of their war service.

When: Tuesdays, 18:30 - 20:00 February 5, 12 and 19, 2026 About the Event Chinese Astrology was first introduced in 2637 BC by the Emperor Huang Ti when he introduced the Chinese calendar. Similar to the Zodiac, it is based on twelve signs but these are animals, one for each lunar year, and on the five elements which change with each 12-year cycle. In this fascinating system, you will learn how both the animals and the elements illuminate traits of our true nature and why some of our relationships are more successful than others. Our course, Chinese Astrology and You, is three weeks long. In Week One, we will learn the 12 Animal Signs and our Families of Affinity. This extensive knowledge affirms who we are in ourselves and in our relationships with others. In Week Two, we will see the influence of the signs for the hour of our birth and how the five elements add more dimension to our animal sign. These things add definition to the type of our Animal Sign. In Week Three, we will look at the importance of the year ahead for each of us, the Year of the Fire Horse. This information prepares us for possible difficulties and challenges, especially if the Year is of our own personal sign. Throughout the course we will be gathering information which we can do from internet sources ahead of time or from a small book which I will recommend we use. The cost would be under £10 and I will give more information, once people have signed up. Activities, games and discussions will make our learning more enjoyable. How to attend: Book via Eventbrite (Preferred) or drop-in on the day Suggested donations : This event is on a suggested donation sliding scale . Please decide in what category you fall and what you might be able to contribute. Tiers are: £7 - Concession Tier 1 £10 - Sustainable Tier 2 £15 - Generous Tier 3 Note : For those unable to contribute financially, please get in touch with the facilitator to claim a free OR subsidised ticket. Please email Gail at info@bridgesunlimited.net Room: The L ibrary Accessibility: Please, it is important to let the organisers know in advance of any access requirements. Please email Gail at info@bridgesunlimited.net About the Facilitator: Gail Burton is an educator with an M.Ed. (OU) in Leadership and Management. She also is an experienced facilitator, having done more than 12,000 workshops, especially in the careers advice area in Canada. At present, she is enjoying running her business, Bridges Unlimited, so she can offer a range of Voyages to Self-Discovery courses, coaching and talks. These are designed to help people find out who they are and how to have a life they truly enjoy. “I have been using Chinese Astrology in my life for over 30 years and love to share its usefulness with others. It was handed down to me by my brother who was taught by his Chinese T’ai Chi leacher. Although I am a Westerner, I find the wisdom of Chinese Astrology invaluable as each Lunar New Year approaches. The next sign foretells possibilities of the year ahead, whether it will be plentiful or problematic. Every January I prepare by consulting the wisdom in the forecast, then happily share this with people in my home and work life. It brings me joy to share this with as many people as possible.” For more information, visit us at www.bridgesunlimited.net More About Donations: Participation in our community-led events is on a voluntary ‘by donation’ basis. This means that nobody is expected to make a payment if they cannot afford to do so. Any donations received will be shared between the Centre and the facilitator, helping to make the events’ programme sustainable For events which are Drop-ins you can donate on the day by: Bringing cash donating online on www.salisburycentre.org/donate (Please use reference “CHINESE ASTROLOGY“). Card payment option available at the entrance hall (Please enter the event name before making payment) “What donation tier might be best applicable to me?” Concession Tier 1 This tier is for those who are students on a low income, carers, or single parents. It is also for people who are unemployed or underemployed, navigating financial hardship, or facing systemic barriers. If you rarely spend on extras or feel stressed about meeting basic needs, this tier exists so that you can still participate. Your presence matters, and you are welcome here. Sustainable Tier 2 Choose this tier if you have stable employment or a regular income, are able to meet your basic needs and some wants, and can occasionally go out or put a little money aside. At this level, you don’t often worry about making ends meet. Generous Tier 3 This option is for those with a comfortable income or savings, who may own their home or have access to family wealth. You might go on holidays, eat out regularly, or shop for pleasure. Contributing at this tier helps support the wider community and those accessing the concession rate. Information Source: The Salisbury Centre SCIO | eventbrite

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The Scottish Children's Hospice (CHAS) is delighted to invite you to the Capital Science Fiction Convention! Get ready for an interstellar adventure! The Capital Science Fiction Convention is coming to its 11th year, bigger, more exciting, and more epic! On February 21st and 22nd, 2026, the Edinburgh Grain Exchange will transform into a paradise for fantasy and science fiction lovers.

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Founded in 1989, the Edinburgh Science Festival was the world's first of its kind. Today, it remains the UK's largest science festival, held annually for two weeks around the Easter holidays, offering a vibrant array of experiences for people of all ages, including exhibitions, events, workshops, performances, screenings, and discussions among the world's leading scientists. The festival's annual events are held throughout the city, including galleries, museums, public spaces, and more. The diverse and engaging program is interspersed with serious and thought-provoking scientific debates, covering topics such as quantum physics, environmental ethics, and everything in between! Children (and adults) will love the interactive exhibits and workshops, where they can learn about science, including spaceships, weather, dinosaurs, the human body, and more. Trained science educators will amaze them with fascinating demonstrations. Meanwhile, adults can look forward to a range of exciting evenings, including discussions, debates, performances, food and drinks, and hands-on activities—plus numerous opportunities for interaction with the audience.

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