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# Community Programme at the Ross Bandstand
Set beneath the spectacular backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, the Ross Bandstand is at the heart of Edinburgh’s Christmas celebrations. Nestled in West Princes Street Gardens, this iconic open-air venue transforms into a lively hub of community spirit, music and festive activity throughout November and December.
Each winter, the Bandstand hosts an exciting programme of events that bring people of all ages and backgrounds together to celebrate the season, from carol concerts and family ceilidhs to silent discos, Santa Runs and live performances from world-renowned musicians!
## **Coming Up next**
[](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/kick-off-concert)
##### Kick Off Concert
14 November
[Read full article](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/kick-off-concert)
[](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/edinburgh-diwali)
##### Edinburgh Diwali
15 November
[Read full article](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/edinburgh-diwali)
[](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/community-christmas)
##### Community Christmas
21 November
[Read full article](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/community-christmas)
[](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/light-night-concert)
##### Light Night Concert
22 November
[Read full article](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/light-night-concert)
[](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/a-taste-of-scotland)
##### A Taste of Scotland
28 November
[Read full article](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/a-taste-of-scotland)
[](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/st-andrews-day-ceilidh)
##### A Taste of Scotland - St. Andrews Day Ceilidh
29 November
[Read full article](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/st-andrews-day-ceilidh)
[](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/edinburgh-sings)
##### Edinburgh Sings!
05 December
[Read full article](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/edinburgh-sings)
[](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/santa-fun-run-santa-paws)
##### Santa Fun Run & Santa Paws
06 December
[Read full article](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/santa-fun-run-santa-paws)
[](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/silent-disco-christmas-cracker)
##### Silent Disco Christmas Cracker
12 December
[Read full article](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/silent-disco-christmas-cracker)
Join us at the iconic Ross Bandstand and be part of the city’s most spectacular festive stage - where Edinburgh’s Christmas truly comes to life!
[](https://edwinterfest.pazaz.studio/assets/4fb55434-c634-4953-8ce7-dece3bafe6b7?width=2000&format=webp) [](https://edwinterfest.pazaz.studio/assets/e766d122-fde9-42f6-98b7-0463514ad87c?width=2000&format=webp) [](https://edwinterfest.pazaz.studio/assets/0c96a660-9722-4e8e-8084-3d118366cd60?width=2000&format=webp)
[View the Gallery](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/gallery)
## Events we think you'd like
[
[LNER Big Wheel
**14 Nov 2026** Enjoy a unique perspective of our spectacular city from the comfort of the enclosed and weather-proof pods, with sparkling evening views of Edinburgh’s Christmas attractions.**Start time: 12:00**](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/lner-big-wheel)
[Family Ice Experience with Icelandair
**21 Nov 2026** Step inside Scotland's 'coolest' winter experience, where the whole family can explore a glittering frozen world and discover breathtaking ice sculptures carved by hand.**Start time: 12:00**](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/family-ice-experience)
[The Coorie Inn
Cosy up at the Coorie Inn, with piping hot drinks, festive warmers and hosting a programme of live music, quizzes and craft workshops.](https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas/whats-on/coorie-inn)