On Wednesday 12 August, Premier League football returns to the Scottish capital as Newcastle United and Everton are set to play at Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium.
Two of English football’s most passionately supported clubs will be stepping up their preparations in anticipation of the 2026/27 Premier League right here in the heart of Edinburgh. And we're on hand to help you glide to the Stadium.
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo makes its triumphant return to the Edinburgh Castle Esplanade this week on Friday 7 August for three weeks of unforgettable spectacle, storytelling, and celebration.
Expect a musical performance of dance from military and cultural acts from around the globe against the backdrop of the iconic Edinburgh Castle. This year’s theme is ‘A Call To Gather’ which invites audiences to gather and unite with this year’s show honouring the power of connection and bringing us together.
In early July, a fire in a building on Princes Street led to a partial road closure that continues to affect public transport across Edinburgh. Since then, Edinburgh Trams has been operating a service between the Airport and West End, while Lothian Buses services have been diverted via George Street and Queen Street.
Edinburgh’s busiest month of the year is finally upon us. The city is bustling. Visitors and locals alike are taking in the thrill of everything that the city has to offer. And there is no shortage of shows to see, activities to do, or concerts to dance the night away at.
From the world-famous art festivals to an all-star line-up at the Royal Highland Showgrounds for Summer Sessions, this month is jam packed. And we’ve got our top picks for you.
Please note, due to an ongoing closure on Princes Street, we will be operating a part route service between Edinburgh Airport – West End only.
Please note, due to an ongoing closure on Princes Street, we will be operating a part route service between Edinburgh Airport – West End only.
This story is accurate and up to date as of 10:00 hrs on Wednesday 26 August.
Due to an ongoing incident and road closure by authorities on Princes Street, tram services are currently unable to serve Princes Street – Newhaven and are continuing to operate a part route service between Edinburgh Airport – West End.
Tram stops between Princes Street – Newhaven will be closed until further notice as authorities continue to monitor the situation.
The Scottish capital is jam-packed with events and things to do this July as summer has officially begun! From rugby highlights, an American country star taking centre stage at Murrayfield, to the return of concerts with the backdrop of the iconic Edinburgh Castle, and everything else in between, you’ll be spoilt for choice of things to do to keep yourself busy this month.
Read below for some of our top highlights for the month ahead and plan your travel in advance – glide to events across the city with Edinburgh Trams to make your way to all the fun!
The world-famous Royal Highland Show returns to the Royal Highland Centre for its annual four-day event showing the best of food, farming, and rural life this weekend.
Running from Thursday 18 – Sunday 21 June, you can expect over 800 trade exhibitors, over 2,000 livestock competitors entering into 900+ competitions (and over 4,000 animals!), plus tens of thousands of visitors looking to experience the top agricultural event of the year.
Dig out your cowboy boots and hold onto your cowboy hats as American country singer Zach Bryan takes his international tour, ‘With Heaven On Tour’, to Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium this weekend.
The I Remember Everything singer will be taking to the stage on Sunday 14 June as the season of summer concerts in the Scottish capital kicks off. It’s set to be an unmissable show, and Edinburgh Trams will be on hand to take you there and The Way Back again.
