What's on in and around Edinburgh this November?
November starts to get cooler with frosty, winter mornings, dark but cosy evenings, and spectacular sunsets.
Go Pentland hillwalking on a clear, crisp day for views to the Forth bridges and beyond to the Highlands.
Cosy cottages provide the prefect place to relax with a warm fire, good food, and great company after a day out in the hills or exploring Edinburgh.
early evenings and spectacular sunsets.
This month, celebrate Bonfire Night in a spectacular display at Hopetoun House or visit a magical light display at the Edinburgh Botanics!
Winter at the Botanics
Festivals & Events
Spend Bonfire Night at Hopetoun House for a fantastic firework display with music, entertainment, and delicious local food. At the end of November, Edinburgh starts to get festive as the Christmas markets, mulled cider and ice skating arrive!
- Scots Fiddle Festival | 15th - 17th November 2024
- Castle of Light | Various dates Nov, Dec & January
- Christmas at the Botanics | 21st November - 30th December 2024
- Santa's Grotto at Dalkeith Country Park | 30th Nov - 24th Dec 2024
- Edinburgh's Christmas | 15th November 2024 - 4th January 2025
Markets, fairs & Christmas shopping
The best of the Christmas markets are at the end of November and beginning of December. If you are looking for something special, original and unique, head over to the Hopetoun Christmas Market or the Edinburgh Art Fair. The staterooms of Hopetoun turn into a treasure trove of Christmas gifts and beautiful home decoration - guaranteed to get you in the Christmas spirit.
- Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair | 29th November 2024
- Edinburgh Christmas Markets | 15th November 2024 - 4th January 2025
- Christmas Wreath making at Dalkeith Country Park | 30th November - 15th December 2024
Hopetoun Christmas market
Theatre & Entertainment
- The Book of Mormon | 15th October - 2nd November 2024
- Don Pasquale - Scottish Opera | 16th November 2024
- 101 Dalmatians | 19th - 23rd November 2024
- Cinderella | 23rd November - 31st December 2024
Art & Exhibitions
- Everlyn Nicodemus | 19th October 2024 - 25th May 2025
- Dürer to Van Dyck | Drawings from Chatsworth House | 9th November 2024 - 23rd February 2025
Spa Days
For the best country & city spas in and around Edinburgh look no further than our 'Local spa guide'.
Best Spa DaysFood & Drink
Read our 'Best lunch spots' article for delicious lunch & brunch inspiration. We also have our 'Best Edinburgh eating out' & 'Local larders' article highlighting some real foodie gems that we love to visit.
More Food & Drink Ideas
Scran & Scallie & The Free Company winter series