Edinburgh is amongst the leading cultural places in the world, offering a wide range of critically acclaimed art exhibitions, mind-blowing theatre performances, and unforgettable music shows and festivals. The city’s award-winning trams connect the airport and Newhaven, with so many key attractions and sights near the network. Services run every seven minutes throughout the day, making Edinburgh Trams a reliable, value-for-money option for local residents and tourists.
Here are the highlights of October as well as the closest tram stops.
Thu, October 5
Usher Hall
Lothian Rd, Edinburgh, EH1 2EA
Nearest tram stop: West End
Following his extraordinary evening at the Royal Albert Hall earlier this month where he celebrated 20 years in the entertainment industry, Alfie Boe has now announced a nationwide tour for autumn.
Alfie Boe has conquered the world’s most famous opera stages and has entertained fans around the globe. From leading the cast of Les Misérables – which received a Grammy nomination for ‘Best Music Theatre Album’ and three sold-out solo UK tours, he has always strived to bring great music to different audiences.
Thu, October 5 – Sun, October 8
West Princes Street Gardens
Nearest tram stop: Princes Street
Edinburgh Oktoberfest will be in a tent just in the middle of the city. The area is transformed into a traditional Oktoberfest with live music and a great atmosphere, with a special offer for the Sunday lunch to ensure everyone in attendance can experience Bavarian culture for the day. Apart from exquisite drinks and food, the event will also display a wonderful range of songs, from traditional Oompa music to great German Schlager.
Fri, October 6 – Sun, October 8
Various venues
Nearest tram stops: between Picardy Place and The Shore
Celebrate laughter, celebrate Leith. Unofficially with Rio, Leith has a lust for life and a sparkling sense of humour. Leith Comedy Festival will celebrate and inspire creativity and well-being through laughter and will offer a platform for homegrown talent while welcoming performers from further afield.
Leithers have a strong sense of community and their humour is second to none. Set in a bustling historic port town where anything can happen, this isn’t an ordinary comedy festival.
Sat, October 7
Usher Hall
Lothian Rd, Edinburgh, EH1 2EA
Nearest tram stop: West End
Join the Usher Hall on another unforgettable adventure through the extraordinary life and strong opinions of Miriam Margolyes, live on stage in her biggest tour yet to mark the launch of her new book.
BAFTA-winning actor, voice of everything from ‘Monkey’ to Cabdury’s Caramel Rabbit, creator of myriad of iconic characters from Lady Whiteadder to Professor Sprout, Miriam is one of the most recognisable actresses working today.
Reliably outrageous and always entertaining, join Miriam, in conversation, for a riotous evening as full of life and surprises as the actress herself.
Sat, October 14
Usher Hall
Lothian Rd, Edinburgh, EH1 2EA
Nearest tram stop: West End
Lloyd Cole’s new album, ‘On Pain’, is a solo piece and features eight new songs, four of which are co-written by Commotions founding members Blair Cowan and Neil Clark, who also perform on the record.
Says Lloyd: “I’m excited to still be finding new methods, new perspectives, new sounds. The album may be nearing commercial death, but my career has been in that state for almost 30 years and here we are, still, and I still want to make albums. I still want to be heard. I’m very much looking forward to being on stage with Neil and Blair in October.”
Fri, October 27 – Sun, October 29
Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Newbridge, EH28 8NB
Nearest tram stop: Ingliston Park & Ride
Taking place across two stages in the cavernous halls at The Royal Highland Centre, Terminal V and their events have become an unmissable fixture in the clubbing calendar. Renowned for its cutting-edge production and mind-blowing visuals, Terminal V Presents Halloween Trilogy will not disappoint.
Joining the acts across both days is a strong mix of Scottish-based talent, Techno-comer Acutek from the rural highlands of Scotland will be amongst the line-up. Also confirmed are collaborative project Off Record; Polish-born and Edinburgh-based DJ and producer Ona:v; Edinburgh-based promotion and DJ duo Tais-Tois and Quail, who has been the driving force behind one of the country’s most well-known and revered underground Techno events and labels, Animal Farm.
