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What's on in Drylaw

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Drylaw.

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Gents Triples at Colinton

Gents Triples at Colinton? At Blackhall Bowling Club? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Thu 23 Jul19:00Blackhall Bowling Club(0.5mi)

via Blackhall Bowling Club

Arts & Culture

Around £4

Thursday Craft Club

Thursday Craft Club 6pm – 8pm Cost: £4 per session Bring your own craft project and join fellow makers in Workshop 3. Relaxed, social atmosphere. Spaces limited – book by emailing .

Thu 23 Jul19:00Bridgend Inspiring Growth(4.5mi)

via Bridgend Inspiring GrowthCurated

Community

Around £5

Sophie Gravia: Stars And Swipes

THURSDAY 23rd JULY, 19.00 - 20.30 TICKETS FROM £5 Join us for a romantic evening with a bit of heat and lots of laughter, as we celebrate bestselling romcom author Sophie Gravia's new novel Stars and Swipes.

Thu 23 Jul20:00The Edinburgh Bookshop(2.5mi)

via The Edinburgh BookshopLocal gem

Community

Stewed Rhubarb Showcase

Eventbrite - Typewronger Books presents Stewed Rhubarb Showcase! - Thursday, July 23, 2026 at Typewronger Books, Edinburgh, Mid Lothian. Find event and ticket information.

Thu 23 Jul20:00Typewronger Books(2.5mi)

via Typewronger BooksLocal gem

Community

Best of the Fringe

Get a taste of the Fringe ALL YEAR ROUND! With a different line-up each night, featuring some of the country's top acts, award-winning festival favourites and the very best up-and-coming talent.

Thu 23 Jul20:00Monkey Barrel Comedy(2.6mi)

via Monkey Barrel ComedyLocal gem

Community

Brian Kellock: A Life in Music

A towering figure on the UK jazz scene

Thu 23 Jul20:30The Queen's Hall(3.1mi)

via The Queen's HallLocal gem

Community

Duncan Place Music Circle

Big Duncan room and Big Links room Private Hire Big Duncan - Mon to Wed Big Links - Thu, Fri Upcoming Events Jul 20 9:30 am - 1:00 pm The Language Institute Jul 20 Featured 10:30 am - 11:30 am Chair Yoga Jul 20 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm Private Booking Jul 21 9:30 am - 1:00 pm The Language Institute Jul 21 1:30 pm - 8:30 pm Rob Clucas – Napier University View Calendar

Thu 23 Jul20:30Duncan Place Community Hub(3.1mi)

via Duncan Place Community Hub

Community

Best of the Fringe

Get a taste of the Fringe ALL YEAR ROUND! With a different line-up each night, featuring some of the country's top acts, award-winning festival favourites and the very best up-and-coming talent.

Thu 23 Jul22:00Monkey Barrel Comedy(2.6mi)

via Monkey Barrel ComedyLocal gem

Community

MycoKids with Vii

Fun Fungi Activities for Children and Parents

Fri 24 JulGranton Castle Walled Garden(1.2mi)

via Granton Castle Walled GardenLocal gem

Likely freeLive Music

Ryoka Hagiwara - Pianoforte Friday

Friday 24 July | 3pm Edinburgh-based pianist and composer from Tokyo, Japan joins us to share her music and some of her favourite pieces for this wonderful Friday afternoon. Pianodrome Bruntsfield free entry, by donation

Fri 24 JulPianodrome Granton warehouse(1.4mi)

via Pianodrome Granton warehouseLocal gem

Community

Classical Guitar Nights in the Garden

Our Classical Guitar Nights series returns this July with a fresh chapter as British guitarist Noah Layzell performs some of the most celebrated classical works ever composed, accompanied by al fresco dining in the garden.

Fri 24 JulLandings Gallery(2.1mi)

via Landings GalleryLocal gem

Community

Foodbank+

Foodbank+ at Bruntsfield is a ministry we run to try and help people in crisis in our city and local area. People are referred to us by various agencies and support teams and God gives us the glorious opportunity, to provide food for them, build relationships with them, share our lives and the love of Jesus.

Fri 24 JulBruntsfield Evangelical Church(2.4mi)

via Bruntsfield Evangelical ChurchLocal gem

Community

The Big Show: Friday

Join us every Friday for THE BIG SHOW, our award-winning weekend stand-up showcases, featuring a selection of top comedy talent.

Fri 24 JulMonkey Barrel Comedy(2.6mi)

via Monkey Barrel ComedyLocal gem

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The Big Show: Saturday

Join us every Saturday for THE BIG SHOW, our award-winning weekend stand-up showcases, featuring a selection of top comedy talent.

Fri 24 JulMonkey Barrel Comedy(2.6mi)

via Monkey Barrel ComedyLocal gem

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Around £375.00

Fri, 24 Jul – Sat, 25 Jul

Friday & Saturday | 10:00 – 17:00 Build a handmade bench for your garden or yard. A simple, elegant design with curved legs. Learn with fine furniture maker, Anna of Aln Furniture. This course is designed for beginners or those with a grip on the basics looking to improve their craft. Participants will learn basic furniture design, tool, and machine use, and traditional/modern woodworking skills. At the end of the course, Anna is on hand to offer advice on your next project so that you can keep making even after the course has finished. All materials for the bench are included. COURSE FEE COVERS 2 days of 7 hour sessions (14 hours total) of supervised work and support Designed project materials, alteration or additions will be covered by the student 50% off purchase of your first Annual Membership Course participants must be 18+.

Fri 24 JulEdinburgh Open Workshop(3.3mi)

via Edinburgh Open WorkshopLocal gem

Community

Sat, 25 Jul

Sat, 25 Jul. Edinburgh Open Workshop. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Fri 24 JulEdinburgh Open Workshop(3.3mi)

via Edinburgh Open WorkshopLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Rope Class

Join us for an interactive Rope Class where you'll master essential techniques for safely navigating ropes. All levels welcome, if you have rope please bring it with you. We do have some for use in the class.

Fri 24 JulAfterdark(3.3mi)

via AfterdarkLocal gem

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Venues with events near Drylaw

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Monkey Barrel Comedy2.6 miles away Blackhall Bowling Club0.5 miles away Granton Castle Walled Garden1.2 miles away

More about Drylaw

City of Edinburgh, Scotland

Drylaw sits quietly in the City of Edinburgh and manages to pack a surprising amount of local life into its streets. The Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre has been keeping residents connected for years with everything from community groups to casual meet-ups. It is the sort of spot where you can drop by without needing an invitation or a complicated RSVP. There are always activities on offer, from family gatherings to hobby clubs that keep the pace steady and friendly. You do not need to hunt across town to find what suits your mood for the evening. Near Here keeps track of all the local options so you can plan your week with ease.

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