Nutcracker season & Hogmanay ceilidhs
WinterScottish Ballet's Nutcracker tours the country and public ceilidhs sell out across every city on 30 December and Hogmanay.
Edinburgh · Dance
Dance in Edinburgh
Live listings, featured venues and a local guide to dance nights in Edinburgh, Lothian.
About Dance in Edinburgh
Edinburgh is one of Scotland's key destinations for dance, with a live scene spanning historic halls, independent clubs and pop-up spaces across the city. Whether you're a resident planning a weeknight out or a visitor building an itinerary around a headline show, this page keeps every upcoming dance event in Edinburgh in one place — updated daily.
Scotland's dance calendar spans Scottish Ballet main-stage tours, world- class contemporary work at Dundee Rep and Tramway, traditional ceilidhs in every town hall, and international performances at the Edinburgh International Festival. Whether you want to watch or to dance yourself, the country delivers.
For a wider look at the city, our Edinburgh events guide covers everything from festivals to family days out. For more on the art form, see our Scotland-wide dance guide.
Upcoming dance in Edinburgh
See allNo dance events currently listed for Edinburgh. Try all events in Edinburgh or browse other dance events across Scotland.
Popular venues in Edinburgh
We're still building our venue directory for Edinburgh. Browse all Scottish venues.
Dance highlights through the year
Scottish Ballet main tour
SpringScottish Ballet's spring programme visits Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen and Inverness with a new full-length production.
Edinburgh International Festival dance
SummerInternational contemporary dance companies perform at the Edinburgh Playhouse and Festival Theatre each August.
Dance Live! & contemporary premieres
AutumnAberdeen's Dance Live! festival and Tramway's autumn contemporary programme bring the next wave of Scottish choreographers to main stages.
Dance in other Scottish cities
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More things to do in Edinburgh
Dance in Edinburgh — FAQs
Where can I see dance in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh hosts dance events across a mix of dedicated venues, arts centres and pubs. Featured venues below plus the live listings on this page cover the current schedule.
How often are new dance events added?
Nearby Events refreshes Edinburgh listings daily from our data partners and direct venue submissions, so check back regularly for new gigs and shows.
Do I need a partner to attend a ceilidh?
No. Ceilidh dances are called from the stage, and it's normal to change partners between (and sometimes during) each dance.
What should I wear?
Comfortable clothes and soft-soled shoes work for ceilidhs. Ballet and contemporary performances have no dress code.