LEITH FESTIVAL In Conversation With… Lesley Kelly
Smoke + MirrorsFREE | TICKETED Q&A session with readings and book signing. We're delighted to host our very first In Conversation With session with author Lesley Kelly. We'll be chatting to Lesley about her Health of Strangers novels; a crime fiction series set in a parallel Edinburgh beset by a killer virus, and her 2016 best seller... View Article
Leith Festival music sessions @ Ooh Mami
Ooh Mami 7 Bernard Street, LeithSingers & Songwriters showcase
In Conversation With… Edinburgh Community Food & Changeworks
Sketch Beats Cafe 208 Great Junction Street, LeithLeith Festival has joined forces with Edinburgh Community Food & Change works to discuss rising household costs, food waste and managing fuel costs. There will be some fun activities too and lots of time afterwards to sign up for further info sessions or other support services provided by ECF & Changeworks.
Leith Festival Live
Ooh Mami 7 Bernard Street, LeithLeith Festival have teamed up with Edinburgh Festival Carnival to bring you a night of local and international spoken word & hip hip talent.
Leith Collective
Leith Collective Ocean Terminal, LeithPop into this wonderful unique retail space & discover over 130 artists and makers from all over Scotland alongside the mysterious 'Leith Persevere' plaque.
Leith Festival Art Club Exhibition
Leith Festival Art Club
Exhibition of art created by our wonderful volunteers
Leith Festival @ Leith Walk Police Box
Leith Walk Police BoxFind out what's happening at our local festival at this information stall.
Leith Festival @ Leith Market
Leith Market Dock PlaceA Foodie heaven, Creative crafts, Superb street food, Original Art. Eat, meet, greet or treat - there is something for everyone, the market is open every Sat 10am-4pm
Leith Versus The World Story Slam!
Argonaut Books 15-17 Leith Walk, EdinburghThere will be other readings, books for sale, entertainment, refreshments and, probably, adjournment to a local hostelry.
Leithers Live Photographs
Argonaut Books 15-17 Leith Walk, EdinburghLeithers Live: Photography exhibition of historic Leith and present-day Leithers
Leith Walk Police Box: Leithal Hot Sauces
Leith Walk Police BoxVegan hot sauce freshly made here in Leith.
Flavour in every bottle.
Return your clean empty bottle & lid to get 15% off your next purchase.
Taylors of Edinburgh
Leith Links LeithTaylor's of Edinburgh Funfairs have been thrilling the public for over 6 generations with their own brand of Fairground entertainment.
Leith Festival Pageant & Gala Day @ Leith Links
Leith Links LeithLeith Festival Pageant & Gala Day @ Leith Links
Leith Walk Police Box: Granton Goes Greener
Leith Walk Police BoxFree clothes & shoes.
GGG is an eco project that aims to keep stuff out of landfill. Come and have a browse and take away some treasures
Open Studios & 360° Street Art Courtyard at Quality Yard
Quality Yard Art Studios 20 Maritime LnOpen Studios & 360° Street Art Courtyard at Quality Yard
Leith Beer Festival
Steel Coiulson Shore 38 Bernard Street, Leith,, EdinburghBeer & Cider Festival @ Steel Coulson Shore
Various times - see description for full details
Play Petanque on Leith Links Piste
Leith Links LeithTry Petanque. Boules, advice and fun with Inverleith Petanque Club 1.00-3.00pm Leith Links
Leith Writings Live
Ooh Mami 7 Bernard Street, LeithReadings and presentations from The Darting Salamander, Leith’s own annual collection of writings.
Live musical interludes.
Lapidary Demonstration and Displays (Daytime)
Quality Yard 20 Maritime Lane, Edinburgh, United KingdomDiscover Scottish minerals and traditional crafts of lapidary/silverwork
Daytime from 10:30am - 4pm: Saturday 11th - Saturday 18th June 2022
Evening from 7pm - 9:30pm: Monday 13th, Tuesday 14th, Wednesday 15th & Friday 17th June 2022
Open Studios & 360° Street Art Courtyard at Quality Yard
Quality Yard 20 Maritime Lane, Edinburgh, United KingdomOpen Studios & 360° Street Art Courtyard at Quality Yard
Leith Churches Together
St Mary's Star of the Sea 106 Constitution Stree, Edinburgh, United KingdomService of Thanksgiving, to celebrate the return of the Leith Festival. Welcome all – no need to book!
Lapidary Demonstration and Displays (Evening)
Quality Yard 20 Maritime Lane, Edinburgh, United KingdomDiscover Scottish minerals and traditional crafts of lapidary/silverwork
Daytime from 10:30am - 4pm: Saturday 11th - Saturday 18th June 2022
Evening from 7pm - 9:30pm: Monday 13th, Tuesday 14th, Wednesday 15th & Friday 17th June 2022
How to get fit without really trying
Griffen Fitness 3 Balfour Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomGet fit and enjoy it! Learns tips and tricks on how to make your day more active, healthier and with more energy. Get your mojo back... Personal Trainer Tracy will share her favourite methods to make fitness easy to maintain, in an entertaining and interactive workshop. Free healthy nibbles are provided, you can meet Coco... View Article
Leith Stories Collaboritive Workshops
Leith Community Centre, Links Room 12A NewkirkgateLeith is changing. Help us create a living memory archive about Leith then and now to share with future generations of Leithers & visitors.
Active Inquiry presents The Boundary
Out of the Blue Drill Hall 36 Dalmeny Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomAt the start of 1920, Leith and Edinburgh were separate places...
CultFusion #7
The Persevere Bar 398 Easter RdFour contrasting poets and a singer-songwriter – rewarding, funny and moving.
Leithers Live
Custom House Custom House, 65-67 Commercial St, Edinburgh, United KingdomSite specific historical show in and around Leith Custom House
Active Inquiry presents The Boundary
Out of the Blue Drill Hall 36 Dalmeny Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomAt the start of 1920, Leith and Edinburgh were separate places...
Leithers Live
Custom House Custom House, 65-67 Commercial St, Edinburgh, United KingdomSite specific historical show in and around Leith Custom House
Leith Walk Police Box: Native Salt
Leith Walk Police BoxEdinburgh based clothing company.
Tees, hoodies, beanies & more. Sustainable & affordable with a percentage of profits going to a marine charity.
Open Studios & 360° Street Art Courtyard at Quality Yard
Quality Yard 20 Maritime Lane, Edinburgh, United KingdomOpen Studios & 360° Street Art Courtyard at Quality Yard
Leithers Live
Custom House Custom House, 65-67 Commercial St, Edinburgh, United KingdomSite specific historical show in and around Leith Custom House
Leith Stories Collaboritive Workshops
Leith Dockers Club 17 Academy Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomLeith is changing. Help us create a living memory archive about Leith then and now to share with future generations of Leithers & visitors.
Active Inquiry presents The Boundary
Out of the Blue Drill Hall 36 Dalmeny Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomAt the start of 1920, Leith and Edinburgh were separate places...
Leithers Live
Custom House Custom House, 65-67 Commercial St, Edinburgh, United KingdomSite specific historical show in and around Leith Custom House
Leith Links Big Lunch
Leith Links LeithJoin us for the first ever Leith Links Big Lunch!
Lassies of Leith Film Screening
Leith Arches 6 Manderson Street, Leith, United KingdomLassies of Leith: film screening of hit comedy walking tour
leith Walk Police Box: Acorn Print Studio
Leith Walk Police BoxAcorn Print Studio - prints, clothes, totes with designs inspired by nature
Leith Walk Police Box: Frolla Biscotteria
Leith Walk Police BoxFrolla Biscotteria
Delicious Italian biscuits that you can’t usually find outside of Italy, Handmade in Edinburgh 10-5 or sellout
Leith Festival Live Launch Party
Leith Arches 6 Manderson Street, Leith, United KingdomThanks to the support of Enliven Edinburgh, we (Leith Festival) are able to return to live events for the remainder of 2022. The Enliven Edinburgh campaign is focused on either building on existing initiatives or creating new initiatives and opportunities for people to connect and interact. Family Dug Presents are an existing Leith based events... View Article
Family Dug Presents… Leith Festival Live @ Leith Arches
Leith Arches 6 Manderson Street, Leith, United KingdomFamily Dug Presents... Leith Festival Live @ Leith Arches
Thursday 20th October 2022
Leith Festival Live – Thursday December 22nd @ Leith Arches
Leith Arches 6 Manderson Street, Leith, United KingdomFamily Dug Presents... Leith Festival Live @ Leith Arches
FREE EVENT
Doors from 7:30pm
Featuring PINLIGHT, LONE BEAR & WICKED PITCH
Leith Festival @ Leith Market APRIL 2023
Leith Market Dock PlaceJoin us on Saturday 29th April 2023 @ Leith Market to help support this years Leith Festival.
Leith Festival AGM 2023 @ LEITH ARCHES
Under The Arch Cafe @ Leith Arches 99 Leith Walk, Leith, United KingdomJoin us as we share information on what the Festival has been up to over the last year.
Leith Festival Volunteer Meet Up MAY @ Leith Arches
Under The Arch Cafe @ Leith Arches 99 Leith Walk, Leith, United Kingdom2023 Volunteer Team Meet Up (May)
Leith Festival @ Leith Market MAY 2023
Leith Market Dock PlaceJoin us on Saturday 27th May 2023 @ Leith Market to help support this years Leith Festival. This month we'll be at Leith Market with some merch for sale and our 2023 Program. Leith Festival is primarily a community events program, made up of Art Exhibitions, Dance, Family Entertainment, Film, Music, Sport, Theatre, Walking Tours... View Article
EXPOSED 23 Edinburgh College Photography Graduate Exhibition
Out of the Blue Drill Hall 36 Dalmeny Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomShowcase exhibition for graduates from Edinburgh College
Red Hot Kitty Burlesque: Kitty Got The Kream
Leith Arches 6 Manderson Street, Leith, United KingdomBurlesque and Cabaret Show with new and up coming performaners
Leith Festival @ Leith Walk Police Box
Leith Walk Police BoxLeith Festival is back at our favourite Pop Up Police Box on June 2nd 2023.
Roaming Quiz Man
Leith Arches 6 Manderson Street, Leith, United KingdomCome and join us and the Roaming Quiz Man at Leith Arches for some quizzing family fun.
Bare Branding: Making the Makers Exhibition
Image Collective Gallery 3rd Floor, Ocean Terminal, Edinburgh, United KingdomMAKING THE MAKERS: an exhibition by local artists working with Bare Branding
Leith Festival Volunteer Meet Up JUNE @ Leith Arches
Under The Arch Cafe @ Leith Arches 99 Leith Walk, Leith, United Kingdom2023 Volunteer Team Meet Up (June)
Taylor’s Of Edinburgh Funfair
Leith Links LeithTaylor's of Edinburgh Funfairs have been thrilling the public for over 6 generations
ECAN Summer Garden Party
Leith Community Croft 4A John's Place, Leith, United KingdomAn informal gathering for anyone interested in climate action.
You can drop by the ECAN Garden Party any time between 4pm and 8pm, but we recommend you stay a while as there will be plenty to see and do!
Luvin Leith DJ Event: THE GET DOWN
Leith Arches 6 Manderson Street, Leith, United KingdomGet ready to groove and move at The Get Down, brought to you by Luvin'Leith Events!
The Night Market UK – Leith Festival
The Biscuit Factory 4-6 Anderson Place, Edinburgh, United KingdomA glittering late-night emporium filled with 70 local small businesses!
Leith Gala Beach Party
The Marksman 13 Duke Street, Leith, United KingdomFancy dress beach party with music by DJ Lisa Lawd
Leith Festival Gala Day Pageant
Lochend ParkThe procession departs from Lochend Park at 10am on Saturday 10th June
Free Meditation Sessions @ Gala Day
Leith Links LeithA pop-up chill zone meditation tent offering taster meditations throughout the day.
LAPIDARY DEMONSTRATION & DISPLAYS
Scottish Mineral & Lapidary Club 20 Maritime Lane, Leith, United KingdomDISCOVER SCOTTISH MINERALS; TRADITIONAL CRAFTS OF LAPIDARY, SILVERWORK, GOLD PANNING
“Pride in Leith” street art
Quality Yard Art Studios 20 Maritime Ln“Pride in Leith” street art event celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community @ Quality Yard 360 Street Art Exhibition.
Rock The Dock Sound System
Leith Dockers Club 17 Academy Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomLocal DJs picking their favourite tracks from all genres in the courtyard
Leith Beer Festival
Steel Coiulson Shore 38 Bernard Street, Leith,, EdinburghReal Ale, Real Cider and Craft Beer Festival.
Leith Gala Official Afterparty Presented by Portavibe HiFi
Lost In Leith 82 Commercial Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomLeith Gala Official Afterparty Presented by Portavibe HiFi & Lost In Leith
Spinning tunes outside til dark/inside til late
Guest DJs
FREE (Donations welcome)
GNAWA TRANCE FUSION
Leith Arches 6 Manderson Street, Leith, United KingdomA night full of live cultural music. Its also an opportunity for you to take part in singing/dancing and learn about Gnawa music.
Vintage and Vinyl Market
Leith Arches 6 Manderson Street, Leith, United KingdomStalls from an incredible selection of independent businesses
Leith Festival Service
Leith St Andrew's Church 410 - 412 Easter RdAn ecumenical Service to celebrate our community in Leith.
BMX Tricks & Tips Workshop for kids
Quality Yard Art Studios 20 Maritime LnBMX experience session includes tricks and tips workshop + display
Pirates, pretenders and (ahem) Ladies of Pleasure
Meet outside the Innes & Gunn Taproom on The Shore 58 The Shore, LeithCome and walk through the skanky history of The Shore.
11th & 16th June @ &pm
Meet outside the Innes & Gunn Taproom on The Shore
Harmony Cabaret @ Leith Arches
Leith Arches 6 Manderson Street, Leith, United KingdomA night of live music, drag and cabaret!
Churchyard Tour
North Leith Burial Ground 1a Coburg Street, Leith, United KingdomGuided tour of North Leith Burial Ground, Coburg Street
Leith Theatre Heritage Tours
Leith Theatre 28-30 Ferry Rd,Enjoy a guided tour of the iconic Leith Theatre.
Don't miss this opportunity to discover one of Leith's most treasured landmarks and celebrate its rich cultural heritage!
Video Podcast Studio Experience
Upload Studios 45 Albert St, Edinburgh, United KingdomCreate and keep your recorded content at Edinburgh’s first specialist podcast & video content studio.
LAPIDARY DEMONSTRATION & DISPLAYS
The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club 20 Maritime Lane (off Constitution Street), Leith, Edinburgh, United KingdomDISCOVER SCOTTISH MINERALS; TRADITIONAL CRAFTS OF LAPIDARY, SILVERWORK, GOLD PANNING
LAPIDARY DEMONSTRATION & DISPLAYS
The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club 20 Maritime Lane (off Constitution Street), Leith, Edinburgh, United KingdomDISCOVER SCOTTISH MINERALS; TRADITIONAL CRAFTS OF LAPIDARY, SILVERWORK, GOLD PANNING
Leith Theatre Heritage Tours
Leith Theatre 28-30 Ferry Road, Edinburgh, United KingdomEnjoy a guided tour of the iconic Leith Theatre.
Don't miss this opportunity to discover one of Leith's most treasured landmarks and celebrate its rich cultural heritage!
LAPIDARY DEMONSTRATION & DISPLAYS
The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club 20 Maritime Lane (off Constitution Street), Leith, Edinburgh, United KingdomDISCOVER SCOTTISH MINERALS; TRADITIONAL CRAFTS OF LAPIDARY, SILVERWORK, GOLD PANNING
Leith Theatre Heritage Tours
Leith Theatre 28-30 Ferry Rd,Enjoy a guided tour of the iconic Leith Theatre.
Don't miss this opportunity to discover one of Leith's most treasured landmarks and celebrate its rich cultural heritage!
Drag Wine Tasting with Vanity Vonglo and Beth Brickenden
The Granary 32-34 The Shore, Edinburgh, United KingdomReturning from Edinburgh Festival 2022 an evening of comedy with the fabulous with Vanity Vonglo and Beth Brickenden including wine tasting and canapes
LAPIDARY DEMONSTRATION & DISPLAYS
The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club 20 Maritime Lane (off Constitution Street), Leith, Edinburgh, United KingdomDISCOVER SCOTTISH MINERALS; TRADITIONAL CRAFTS OF LAPIDARY, SILVERWORK, GOLD PANNING
LAPIDARY DEMONSTRATION & DISPLAYS
The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club 20 Maritime Lane (off Constitution Street), Leith, Edinburgh, United KingdomDISCOVER SCOTTISH MINERALS; TRADITIONAL CRAFTS OF LAPIDARY, SILVERWORK, GOLD PANNING
Leith Theatre Heritage Tours
Leith Theatre 28-30 Ferry Rd,Enjoy a guided tour of the iconic Leith Theatre.
Don't miss this opportunity to discover one of Leith's most treasured landmarks and celebrate its rich cultural heritage!
Drag Wine Tasting with Vanity Vonglo and Beth Brickenden
The Granary 32-34 The Shore, Edinburgh, United KingdomReturning from Edinburgh Festival 2022 an evening of comedy with the fabulous with Vanity Vonglo and Beth Brickenden including wine tasting and canapes
Sett Studios – Queer Movie Night
Leith Arches 6 Manderson Street, Leith, United KingdomSett Studios is hosting another Queer Movie Night but this time it will be a little bigger, with more films and more artists!
Ghosts of North Leith
North Leith Church 1a Madeira Pl, Edinburgh, United KingdomPerformed play reading: the lives behind the gravestones.
Active Inquiry presents The Lobby
Out of the Blue Drill Hall 36 Dalmeny Street, Edinburgh, United KingdomComedy exploring leadership and style over substance
EMC – Electrical Melting Company – new single launch
Leith Depot 140 Leith Walk, Edinburgh, United KingdomEMC - Electrical Melting Company - new single launch
Leith Comedy Festival Presents… MC Hammersmith, Krystal Evans & Gareth Mutch
The Biscuit Factory 4-6 Anderson Place, Edinburgh, United KingdomLive comedy! Scotland’s funniest comedians at the legendary Biscuit Factory.
Leith Theatre Heritage Tours
Leith Theatre 28-30 Ferry Rd,Enjoy a guided tour of the iconic Leith Theatre.
Don't miss this opportunity to discover one of Leith's most treasured landmarks and celebrate its rich cultural heritage!
LAPIDARY DEMONSTRATION & DISPLAYS
Scottish Mineral & Lapidary Club 20 Maritime Lane, Leith, United KingdomDISCOVER SCOTTISH MINERALS; TRADITIONAL CRAFTS OF LAPIDARY, SILVERWORK, GOLD PANNING
LAPIDARY DEMONSTRATION & DISPLAYS
Scottish Mineral & Lapidary Club 20 Maritime Lane, Leith, United KingdomDISCOVER SCOTTISH MINERALS; TRADITIONAL CRAFTS OF LAPIDARY, SILVERWORK, GOLD PANNING
Spray Paint Taster Afternoon
Quality Yard Art Studios 20 Maritime LnUnleash your inner artist.
Free 30 minute spray painting sessions.
Open Day @ Kadampa Meditation Centre Edinburgh
Kadampa Meditation Centre 172 Leith WalkCommunity Open Day @ Kadampa Meditation Centre Edinburgh
Strike Up the Band
Leith St Andrews Church 410-412 Easter Road, Edinburgh, United KingdomCapital Concert Band plays music from the big band era.
Leith Witchcraft Market
Leith Arches 6 Manderson Street, Leith, United KingdomLeith’s first witch market brings witchy crafters and crafty witches together!
Leith Festival Community Tattoo
Malmaison Plaza 1 Tower Pl,, Leith,, Edinburgh, United KingdomThis unique event draws crowds, with massed drums, dancers and the haunting lament of the Lone Piper set against the magnificent backdrop of Malmaison Plaza at The Shore.
Sett Studios Summer Market
Leith Arches 6 Manderson Street, Leith, United KingdomRun for artists by artists
Leith Social Gilded Balloon
Leith Arches 6 Manderson Street, Leith, United KingdomThere is a mixed bill of acts including comedy, music and cabaret.
Leith Is A Cabaret Pride Party
Leith Arches 6 Manderson Street, Leith, United KingdomA night of cabaret to celebrate PRIDE!