--- title: "Community Christmas | 21 November | Edinburgh's Christmas | Edinburgh's Christmas - Official Website" meta: "og:description": "A FREE family-friendly celebration packed with music, dance and magical entertainment! From juggling elves and face painting to dazzling Snow Queens, there’s something to delight visitors of all ages." "og:title": "Community Christmas | 21 November | Edinburgh's Christmas" "twitter:description": "A FREE family-friendly celebration packed with music, dance and magical entertainment! From juggling elves and face painting to dazzling Snow Queens, there’s something to delight visitors of all ages." "twitter:title": "Community Christmas | 21 November | Edinburgh's Christmas" description: "A FREE family-friendly celebration packed with music, dance and magical entertainment! From juggling elves and face painting to dazzling Snow Queens, there’s something to delight visitors of all ages." --- ##### 21 Nov 2026 - 14:00 - 17:00 # Community Christmas ##### Join us at the Ross Bandstand, beneath the magnificent backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, for a FREE family-friendly celebration packed with music, dance and magical entertainment! Enjoy performances from talented community dancers, uplifting choirsand fantastic local musicians, alongside roaming entertainers bringing fun and surprises to every corner. From juggling elves and face painting to dazzling Snow Queens, there’s something to delight visitors of all ages. Bring your family and friends and come together to celebrate community spirit, make magical memories and enjoy a fantastic day of free fun and entertainment for everyone! --- Line-up coming soon. ![](https://edwinterfest.pazaz.studio/assets/11371d5f-b53a-4fe1-a3f3-18d0f09e02e0?width=1400&height=800&format=webp) ![](https://edwinterfest.pazaz.studio/assets/92022245-c93b-439d-8a4a-4f9b9202b5fc?width=1400&height=800&format=webp) ![](https://edwinterfest.pazaz.studio/assets/2aaa3cc4-5b71-459b-a6ad-9000257f6995?width=1400&height=800&format=webp) ![](https://edwinterfest.pazaz.studio/assets/53df0e6e-1154-4f09-a45b-ee46dadbafaf?width=1400&height=800&format=webp) ##### Date and Time 21 Nov 2026 - 14:00 - 17:00 ##### Location Ross Bandstand, West Princes Street Gardens ##### Free Event ## 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)