Leith Festival

Move, Breathe, & live with ease - Alexander Technique Open Day
2025-06-14 14:00 - 16:30 (Europe/London) | Out of the Blue Drill Hall, 36 Dalmeny Street, Edinburgh, EH6 8RG, GB
Move, breathe, & live with ease Join us for an immersive afternoon practising the skill of doing less; bringing ease into our movements, activities, and every day lives.
The Alexander Technique Collaboration Scotland is a not for profit collaboration of Alexander Technique teachers, growing an awareness of the Alexander Technique in Scotland.
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Or contact us at ATcollabscotland@gmail.com

Introduction to Orienteering
2025-06-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Leith Links, Leith, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH6 7EZ, GB
Introduction to orienteering with a short course around Leith Links

Brian Pendreigh's Leith Walking Tour
2025-06-14 13:30 - 15:30 | Starts from Leith Community Croft, 4a John's Place, Leith, EH6 7EL, GB
Consistently rated one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world by Time Out magazine, Edinburgh’s picturesque harbor has a rich history, from Plague Times and the romantic Mary Queen of Scots to the cult novel Trainspotting and the luxury yacht in the one where Charles and Di spent their honeymoon. .
It is also the birthplace of the modern sport of golf. Sound the horn… no, not St Andrews… Leith Links.
Leith is a short tram ride from Princes Street. (Buy your £2 ticket by card at the machine before you board). The Shore tram stop is just a few minutes walk from our departure point at Leith Community Croft.
Learn the sinister truth about two mysterious little hills in Leith Links… and the terrible secret hidden beneath the cricket and football pitches.
Now officially part of Edinburgh, there was a time in the 16th century when Leith was the de facto capital of Scotland. Then there was the Siege of Leith in which the Scots and French fought the English and, uh, some other Scots. And a few years later there was the war between Edinburgh and Leith.
Gentrification and deprivation coexist just a stone’s throw from the sea and the banks of the Water of Leith.
The Shore offers a great opportunity for photographers on a sunny day. And, as the Proclaimers song goes, it’s always sunny in Leith (except the day I took most of the photos). If you don’t know it, look it up and hum it as you walk around the harbor with an award-winning writer, an officially licensed guide, and a local resident. (That’s me, not three different people, by the way.)
Two hours. Unticketed. Tips gratefully received.

EH7
2025-06-14 13:00 - 14:30 | Craigentinny Community Centre, 9 Loaning Road, Edinburgh, EH7 6JE, United Kingdom
Exploring our heritage through the lense of our young people, EH7 follows Rory, as he is tasked with researching Leith’s Local History for a school project.
Performed by Citadel Arts Group, directed by Mark Kidd, Rory is played by newcomer and EH7 local Magnus Byrne.
Concession Tickets available £8

Contact James Ellison to book.
Email: JamesEllison@blueyonder.co.uk
Phone: 07954 296 568

Meditation Centre Open day and Back Yard Sale
2025-06-14 11:00 - 16:00 | Kadampa Meditation Centre, 172 Leith Walk, Edinburgh, Eh6 5ea, United Kingdom
Relax in our beautiful meditation space; try a free taster meditation session or meditation hall tour.
Enjoy a drink with some home baking in our cafe.
Browse the book and gift shop and back yard sale.
Everybody is welcome!

Trinity House Open Day
2025-06-14 11:00 - 16:00 | Trinity House Maritime Museum, 99 Kirkgate, Leith, EH6 6BJ, GB
During the Leith Festival we will be opening our doors to the public. Visitors to the house can take a self-guided tour, watch a film about Leith’s maritime history and see the fascinating objects that tell stories of life at sea. For younger visitors, take part in games and activities in our historic vaults.

Leith Festival Gala Day
2025-06-14 10:00 - 17:00 | Leith Links, Leith, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH6 7EZ, GB
Come and join the fun of Gala Day on the 14th June, with stalls from local traders, makers and charities, delicious food, fabulous music, and a range of activities for people of all ages, and not forgetting the ever popular dog show! Leith Links is the place to be to celebrate all things Leith, and welcome the summer.
FULL PROGRAMME VIA LINK

'Come and Sing' session celebrating the Water of Leith
2025-06-14 10:00 - 14:30 | Leith Community Centre, 12a Newkirkgate, Edinburgh, EH6 6AD, GB
‘The River Speaks’ celebrates the haven that is the Water Of Leith – and what better place to sing it than at Leith Festival! Join songwriter and choir leader Kim Edgar to learn, and then perform, her song, commissioned by Creative Lives and written in collaboration with six choirs based along the Water Of Leith, celebrating the river. You’ll feel connected, uplifted and hopeful!
Everyone is welcome, and varying levels of confidence and experience will be accommodated in the song’s arrangement. Sheet music will be provided, but you can also learn by ear – or visit the booking page to listen to the song and sing along in advance if you want to prepare!
After learning the song during the morning workshop, 10am-12 noon, there will be a 30 minute lunch break (bring your own lunch – tea and biscuits provided!). There will be a further rehearsal from 12.30-1.30pm before we head over to Leith Links to perform the song at 2pm as part of the celebrations on the Gala Day Stage.
Pay what you can: £5/£10/£15/£20

Yoga on the Links
2025-06-14 10:00 - 11:30 | Leith Links, Leith Links, Edinburgh, EH6 8HR, United Kingdom
Join Tidal Yoga’s Founder, Alex Black on Leith Links for a 45 minute gentle yoga practice to suit all levels. The practice will leave you feeling uplifted. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN YOGA MAT (a small number will be available so please don’t go out and buy one)

The Night Market UK - Leith Festival
2025-06-13 18:00 - 23:00 | Biscuit Factory, 4-6 Anderson Pl, Edinburgh, EH6 7QH, GB
It’s Leith Festival time again and as a small independent business based in Leith, The Night Market UK is proud to be returning to the Biscuit Factory to showcase local makers and shakers, from and for this community we call home!
Expect the trademark curation of stalls, street food (slow cooked meats with Stag Bites the Hog, Indian with Tikka Box, and resident Biscuit Factory fave Caravan of Courage) and music with the returning Butho the Warrior, that you have come to love, plus more! With the longer, lighter, warmer* days ahead, we are cooking up a Friday night for you to remember.
So come on down to Leith and revel with the best of them!

EH7
2025-06-13 13:30 - 15:00 | The Ripple, 198 Restalrig Rd S,, Edinburgh, EH7 6DZ, United Kingdom
Exploring our heritage through the lense of our young people, EH7 follows Rory, as he is tasked with researching Leith’s Local History for a school project.
Performed by Citadel Arts Group, directed by Mark Kidd, Rory is played by newcomer and EH7 local Magnus Byrne.
Free – Please book as spaces are limited.

Contact James Ellison to book.
Email: JamesEllison@blueyonder.co.uk
Phone: 07954 296 568

Taylors Funfair
2025-06-11 16:00 - 2025-06-14 21:00 | Leith Links, Leith, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH6 7EZ, GB
Leith Festival – We’re Back for 2025! Get ready for five days of family fun with thrilling rides and attractions for all ages! Enjoy crowd favourites like the Waltzer, Miami, Funhouse, Sizzler, Techno Power, Tea Cups, Dodgems, Samba Balloons, and so much more… NEW for 2025 – Matrix: The Ride is making its Leith Links debut! Also our Mobile Bar & Beer Garden is here! Relax with a refreshing drink in the heart of the action. Dates: Wednesday 11th June – Sunday 15th June Location: Leith Links, Leith, EH6 7QR Opening Times:• Wednesday: 6pm – 9pm• CRAZY Thursday Wristband Night: 4pm – 10pm• Friday: 2pm – 9pm• Saturday: 12pm – 9pm• Sunday: 12pm – 9pm Entry: Free & Pay per ride (except CRAZY THURSDAY – Wristbands only, non-rider entry £2) CRAZY THURSDAY Wristband Session Times:• 4pm – 7pm• 5pm – 8pm• 6pm – 9pm• 7pm – 10pm£18 per person per session. Entrance fee for Non-Riders £2 Card & Cash Accepted

Taylors Funfair for children with additional needs afternoon
2025-06-11 13:00 - 2025-06-12 15:00 | Leith Links, Leith, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH6 7EZ, GB
Leith Festival – We’re Back for 2025! For many years Taylors have partnered with Leith Festival to provide an afternoon of fun for any child with additional needs to enjoy the rides in a quieter atmosphere. For two hours the park is closed to the public, and the kids and their families have free rein to enjoy the funfair. Local schools are invited to bring groups of children with additional needs.

Rides are adjusted to have reduced volume, slower speeds, and less flashing lights if needed, and snacks are provided by Taylor’s.

We are truly grateful to Taylor’s of Edinburgh for providing children with additional needs and their families with this opportunity.

Restless Natives: The Musical
2025-06-07 19:30 - 22:00 | 28 – 30 Ferry Road, Edinburgh, EH6 4AE, GB
The Clown and the Wolfman ride again as the classic Scottish movie starts a new adventure as a stage musical!
Restless Natives: The Musical is roaring into town, and Leith Theatre are beyond thrilled to host the Edinburgh run of this stage adaptation of the beloved 1985 Scottish cult classic!
Intrepid underdogs Ronnie and Will become Highland Highwaymen, holding up buses and winning international renown, fleecing tourists with charm and panache.
Tour guide Margot believes they can restore national pride, but the police are closing in. Will this be the end of the story – or the beginning of a legend?
Produced and directed by the same team who made the original 1985 film alongside co-producers Perth Theatre, Restless Natives: The Musical sees The Clown and the Wolfman ride again in this not-to-be missed new stage musical!

Bryony Knox - Silversmith- A celebration of 25 years of Story, Colour & Movement.
2025-06-06 11:00 - 2025-06-08 16:00 | Coburg House Art Gallery, 15 Coburg Street, Leith, Edinburgh, GB
BRYONY KNOX ~25 at 25A Celebration of Story, Colour and Movement with 25 Objects from 25 years.
Interaction with the work has always been Bryony’s main aim, tempting the onlooker to pick the sculptural object, feel the metal in their hands, and discover hidden functions and movement held within~ whether a simple kinetic brooch, automated griffin sculpture or beautifully chased silver beaker.
This exhibition gives an insight into the stories and wonders of nature that have inspired Bryony over the last 25 years, with sketches and maquettes explaining her design and making process- and demonstrations of her beloved embossing technique of Chasing & Repousse.
The show is grouped in 5 eras, with 25 objects, showing how her work has evolved from steel mice and ‘ Clarissa the Can – Can Queen’ kinetic brooches to the elegant silver and glass bird sculptures she is known for today.
Private View: 6 June 2025
Exhibition: 7-8 & 14-15 & 21-22 June 11-4pm
Creative Metal Workshops & Classes 9-13 & 16-20 June. See bryonyknox.com/learn for details
Talk: Sunday 8th June 2pm
Workshop tours and demos 12pm on weekend days
Coburg House art Studios & Gallery
15 Coburg Steet, Leith. Edinburgh EH6 6ET

Exposed 25
2025-06-03 10:00 - 2025-06-07 17:00 | Out of the Blue Drill Hall, 36 Dalmeny Street, Edinburgh, EH6 8RG, GB
Edinburgh College’s Photography Graduates Unveil Their Vision.
This June, Edinburgh College’s graduating photography class invites you to witness the culmination of years of dedication, passion, and artistic exploration. EXPOSED 25 is a vibrant testament to the raw talent and innovative perspectives emerging from the heart of Scotland’s creative capital.
EXPOSED 25 is more than just a display of technical skill; it’s a celebration of creativity, resilience, and the power of visual storytelling. Each photograph represents a unique journey, a personal vision, and a bold step into the professional world.

AGM and Volunteer Social
2025-05-22 18:00 - 20:00 | The Bowlers Rest, 24 Mitchell Street,, Edinburgh,, EH6 7BD, United Kingdom
The Leith Festival team is back together and busy planning the 2025 gala day, festival, and tattoo! Join us as we share information on what the Festival has been up to over the last year.
Please see the agenda for the meeting below.

* Welcome and Introductions* Collection of Annual Membership Fee(Annual membership for Leith Festival is £2 per person. Non-members are welcome to attend the AGM, but will not be able to vote on election of board members or other matters that may arise.)* Minutes from the previous AGM, held on the 28 Feb 2024, approval and matters arising.* Chairs Report on 2024-25 festival year* Financial Report & Appointment of auditors* Election of Board Members* Other Business* Plans for 2025 Festival Programme, Gala Day and Tattoo event* Open forum

We will be welcoming our 2025 volunteers at this event too, confirming roles, responsibilities and rotas!
