News
Formed in the shadow of a worldwide cataclysm, our first festivals sought to use culture as a healing balm to bring peoples and nations together in celebration of our common humanity and help ‘the flowering of the human spirit’. Below you'll find all the latest news from across our festivals, plus articles and features to help you get more out of our world leading festival city.
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Festival announces Opening Film Gala
The Edinburgh International Film Festival has announced the critically acclaimed feature film which will open this year's festival
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The Tattoo Stands Are Back
After three-years The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo stands are back on the Castle Esplanade
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Fringe programme is launched
Fringe 2022 programme is launched celebrating 75 years of momentous moments
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Celebrating Our Anniversary with Free Tickets
To celebrate their 75th anniversary this year, the Edinburgh International Festival is giving away over 35,000 free tickets
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Film Retrospectives, Strands and More
Edinburgh International Film has released more detail about its forthcoming 75th anniversary season
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An Overview of our Festivals in 2022
Following the end of our Science and Children's Festivals, we're now getting ready for the rest of our festival year.
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Revamped Fringe street events in August
This year’s celebration of street performance will feature new locations across the city centre, supported by a new Street Performer Charter
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Film Festival Announces Closing Gala
Kogonada’s latest critically acclaimed film will close the 75th edition of the Edinburgh International Film Festival
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What makes the Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival so special?
10 reasons why you should head to the Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival
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All Together Now
Line-up for the 2022 Book Festival revealed
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Made in Scotland showcase returns for 2022
A feast of Scottish work planned for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe
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Art Starts Here
Edinburgh Art Festival launches its programme for its return in July