What's on in North Leith

City of Edinburgh, Scotland

North Leith sits snugly at the foot of Arthur's Seat and keeps a close eye on the ferry boats chugging past. With so many local groups meeting in community halls, you'll find plenty of family fun without needing to travel far. The village hall hosts its usual craft mornings while the library runs reading sessions that keep little legs busy for hours. It is a perfect spot to pop by for a chat or see what's on before heading back home.

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Community

Around £7.50

Edinburgh Fringe programme

Find out how you can get hold of the official Edinburgh Festival Fringe printed programme.

Thu 4 JunEdinburgh Festival Fringe(2mi)

via Edinburgh Festival FringeLocal 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 4 JunMonkey Barrel Comedy(2mi)

via Monkey Barrel ComedyLocal gem

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Live Music

BAFTA Games in Concert

We keep tabs on Usher Hall so you don't have to. BAFTA Games in Concert caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

Thu 4 JunUsher Hall(2.2mi)

via Usher HallLocal gem

Free! (worth double-checking)

Community

ICAS Black Members Network Summer Catch up – London

A relaxed summer catch‑up for members of the ICAS Black Members Network to connect, share experiences and build meaningful relationships.

Thu 4 JunICAS(2.6mi)

via ICASLocal gem

Free! (worth double-checking)

Community

Meet the President & CA Rising Stars 2026 Awards Ceremony London

Join us at the OXO Tower for the address from the new ICAS President and CA Rising Stars Awards Ceremony.

Thu 4 JunICAS(2.6mi)

via ICASLocal gem

Community

Open Meeting for Bookworms (on Zoom)

Newcomers welcome! We don’t read a specific book together, everyone shares what they have been reading recently. Zoom details available via our newsletter .

Thu 4 JunGerman Speaking Congregation(2.8mi)

via German Speaking CongregationCurated

Community

Being good news people in today's missional context - Edinburgh

Join us for a leaders gathering with Gavin Calver and Phil Knox, hosted by the Evangelical Alliance in Scotland

Thu 4 JunEvangelical Alliance(3.2mi)

via Evangelical AllianceLocal gem

Festivals & Events

Waterside Summer Festival

Filed under: Waterside Summer Festival at Garvald Centre looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Thu 4 JunGarvald Centre(3.5mi)

via Garvald CentreLocal gem

Community

Moody Horizons - Mini watercolour landscapes 4th June 2026 6:30 - 8:30pm

Edinburgh art gallery studios

Thu 4 Jun07:30Leith Makers(1mi)

via Leith MakersCurated

Wellness & Wellbeing

Open Silent Meditation

The Salisbury Centre is offering a welcoming space for silent community meditation every weekday In the morning at 8:00 – 8:30 am, and In the afternoon at 5:30 – 6:00 pm. Additionally, there is a meditation every Friday 12:00-12:45 pm. These meditations are non-denominational and accessible to all; no experience is needed. The form is 30 minutes of silence, sometimes started with a dedication or invocation. You may sit in any way you find comfortable. A selection of chairs, cushions, stools and even blankets are provided. Practicalities These are 30-minute sessions of silent contemplation (except for Friday 12pm one, which is 45 mins), run by volunteers. Whilst these meditations are not guided as such, feel free to ask if you have any questions or concerns before or after the meditation. Everybody is welcome to just drop in, no need to book ahead. To read more about the importance of meditation at The Salisbury Centre, go here. Please arrive 5 minutes before the start. Cushions and blankets provided. Donations toward the upkeep of the Centre are very welcome but not necessary. If you’d like to help with hosting, please email Important note about cancellations We try our best not to cancel these sessions, but occasionally, it happens at the last minute. To make sure a slot you’re planning to attend isn’t cancelled, please check the Events section of the

Thu 4 Jun09:00Salisbury Centre(2.9mi)

via Salisbury Centre

Wellness & Wellbeing

Around £3

Tai Chi - Advanced

Big Links room Music Circles provide us with the perfect way to have fun, express ourselves, beat stress and connect with our community. In our Community Music Circle, we will create ‘in the moment’ music with drums, percussion, voices and other easy-to-play melodic instruments. Join in whatever way you can and are comfortable with. Drums and percussion provided (or bring your own). Music Circle information There’s no need to book. Just come along. Start time is 7:30pm (running until 8:30pm). Please arrive five/ten minutes before the start time. Our music circles are for adults (minimum age 16). The session costs £3 or £5 - just choose what suits you on the night! We welcome Morag from Moving Music to lead our music circles. If you have any questions, please email or call . Morag from Moving Music Morag is a qualified Drum Circle Facilitator, Music Medicine Practitioner, and Social Worker. Morag is also trained to deliver sessions in Expressive Rhythm stories and Rythym2Recovery. Morag has over 20 years’ experience providing opportunities for individuals and communities to explore the moving power of music. She has worked with people from all walks of life and is passionate in her belief that we are all musicians. Using easy to play and unusual instruments her inclusive friendly and fun approach creates a safe space to play. Participants will be supported to grow in skills and confidence and to discover and awaken their own inner music.

Thu 4 Jun10:15Duncan Place Community Hub(1.1mi)

via Duncan Place Community Hub

Community

Food Bank+

Newington FoodBank+ is held at The King's Hall on a Thursday between 10.30 - 12.30. We offer food and basic toiletries to those in situations of crisis, as well as the opportunity to build relationships and share the love of God!

Thu 4 Jun10:30The King's Hall(2.7mi)

via The King's Hall

Community

Blackhall PS Taster Session

Blackhall PS Taster Session at Blackhall Bowling Club. We've done the legwork finding it — they've done the legwork organising it. Fair deal.

Thu 4 Jun10:30Blackhall Bowling Club(2.7mi)

via Blackhall Bowling Club

Community

Handmade textile items by Rilana Home

Handmade everyday essentials by Rilana Home. Rilana Home is an Edinburgh/Indian based handmade textile business specialising in high-quality, artisan fabric goods. Our product range includes quilted pouches, makeup bags, tote bags, laptop sleeves, sunglasses cases, and various other handcrafted acc

Thu 4 Jun11:00Leith Walk Police Box(1.3mi)

via Leith Walk Police Box

Children & Family

CREATE (for 0-5 year olds & their parents/carers)

Weekly drop-in creative sessions for children (ages 0-5) with their parents/carers on Thursdays, 10am – 12pm Sessions also take place on Saturdays – click here for more information For families living in the local areas of Muirhouse, Pilton, Granton & Drylaw Places are available each week on a first-come, first served basis and we cannot guarantee a place at every session. We recommend arriving in good time for the start of the session to avoid disappointment. FREE but registration is required. Please COMPLETE THIS ONLINE FORM to register your child for CREATE. (If you have already completed a Child Registration Form for 2025/26, there’s no need to complete a new one.) About CREATE: CREATE is an art-making experience for early years, that engages parents and carers in messy play with the children, aged 5 and under, in their care. Running two mornings a week the project aims to provide active childhood experiences for adults and children. CREATE provides the resources, ideas and creative inspiration for a range of activities that can often be replicated in the home environment using recycled, low-cost and easily obtainable materials. No previous experience is needed, all abilities welcome! A healthy snack is provided for all attending. Sessions may take place indoors – or sometimes outdoors if weather permits!

Thu 4 Jun11:00Muirhouse Library(2.4mi)

via Muirhouse Library

Community

Community Shed Sessions

Tuesday – Thursday, 10am – 2pm The Shed is a welcoming, safe space where people living in North Edinburgh can come to make or mend stuff using recycled wood. We aim to create a fun space where our members can meet new people, learn new skills, and feel supported to realise their creative ambitions. If you want to learn about wood-making, up-cycle your home furniture or make something new out of recycled wood, come and join us! Tools, space, and support will be provided. The Shed is open for old and new members, between Tuesday and Thursday, 10am to 2pm. For more information, please email The sessions are free and drop-in, and are for residents living in the local community (areas of Muirhouse, Pilton, Granton and Drylaw) – click here to see the NEA membership boundary map.

Thu 4 Jun11:00Muirhouse Library(2.4mi)

via Muirhouse Library

Theatre

Very Inclusive Play Club

Very Inclusive Play Club 10am - 11.30am A group for children 0-6 with additional support needs and their parents. Bond, have fun and share your experience with others. Learn techniques and strategies to support your child’s by the Very Inclusive Play Club .

Thu 4 Jun11:00Bridgend Inspiring Growth(3.9mi)

via Bridgend Inspiring GrowthCurated

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What's on in North Leith

Edinburgh Fringe programme

Best of the Fringe

What's on near North Leith, in your inbox

BAFTA Games in Concert

ICAS Black Members Network Summer Catch up – London

Meet the President & CA Rising Stars 2026 Awards Ceremony London

Open Meeting for Bookworms (on Zoom)

Being good news people in today's missional context - Edinburgh

Waterside Summer Festival

Moody Horizons - Mini watercolour landscapes 4th June 2026 6:30 - 8:30pm

Open Silent Meditation

Tai Chi - Advanced

Food Bank+

Blackhall PS Taster Session

Handmade textile items by Rilana Home

CREATE (for 0-5 year olds & their parents/carers)

Community Shed Sessions

Very Inclusive Play Club

Edinburgh Fringe programme

Best of the Fringe

What's on near North Leith, in your inbox

BAFTA Games in Concert

ICAS Black Members Network Summer Catch up – London

Meet the President & CA Rising Stars 2026 Awards Ceremony London

Open Meeting for Bookworms (on Zoom)

Being good news people in today's missional context - Edinburgh

Waterside Summer Festival

Moody Horizons - Mini watercolour landscapes 4th June 2026 6:30 - 8:30pm

Open Silent Meditation

Tai Chi - Advanced

Food Bank+

Blackhall PS Taster Session

Handmade textile items by Rilana Home

CREATE (for 0-5 year olds & their parents/carers)

Community Shed Sessions

Very Inclusive Play Club