Library events
Our calendar page lists details of one-off events for adults hosted by libraries.
For details of regular events such as book groups and children's activities at a specific library visit the library's page or follow them on Facebook.
In the past we've hosted authors such as Val McDermid, Maggie O'Farrell and Ian Rankin. Watch our videos on these events on our YouTube channel.
December 2024
Introduction to mindfulness with Stephen McMurray
Monday 2 December at 6.30pm
Newington Library
17-21 Fountainhall Road
EH9 2LN
Free event, no booking required.
Jazz Evening with the Pisconians
The Pisconians are a UK jazz fusion hip hop band led and formed by singer songwriter/producer Tremaine which combine a variety of various jazz and soul styles.
They'll be performing their debut EP "Jazz in the Burgh" as well as some familiar standards such as “Say a little prayer” by Aretha Franklin in their unique style influenced by array of artists from Robert Glasper to Ahmad Jamal. The show will feature an array of up and coming vocalists including Gaïa Jeannot and Nathan Somevi who last appeared at the Edinburgh Jazz Festival.
Thursday 5 December from 7 to 8pm
Reference Library
Central Library
George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1EG
Book your free ticket online.
Music on the Mezzanine - María López Atanet
Born in Merida, Spain, Maria began learning piano at the age of 5. She studied music in the Esteba Sanchez Conservatoire and in 2020, she joined St Mary's Music School graduating in 2023.
Maria has entered competitions in Spain and Scotland, and has attended masterclasses with Steven Osbourne, Stephen Hough, Danny Driver, Stephen Coombs and Aaron Shorr. Maria will continue her Studies at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in Autumn 2024.
Saturday 7 December at 1pm
Music Library
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
Free event, no booking required.
Simmerdim – a seasonal live music session at Central Library
Simmerdim, an Edinburgh-based, a cappella trio, will bring winter warmth and cheer as they fill the Central Library foyer with their selection of seasonal songs from around the world.
Saturday 14 December at 1pm
Central Library foyer
George IV Bridge
Edinburgh
EH1 1EG
Book your free ticket online.
Music on the Mezzanine - Little Big Horns
Our Christmas regulars make a return visit. The Edinburgh-based saxophone quartet (quintet or sextet) are a group who enjoy each other’s company and enjoy playing a wide range of music, from jazz to the chart, swinging, classical and TV/film. Along the way, variety and fun are the only constants.
Saturday 21 December at 1pm
Music Library
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
Free event, no booking required.