FRIDAY 6TH MARCH, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup
Giulia Galastro
Amelia Bayler
Hannah Morton
Shannon Brooke
Fred MacAulay

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

SATURDAY 7TH MARCH, 17:00
Following a 5 star tour of her show that is now a full special on ITVX, and launching her subsequent show as a comedy vinyl, Amy Matthews is scratching about in the dirt for new jokes and new ideas. Come and help find them with her.

This will be BRAND new stuff. How exciting! Thrilling. Daunting! Exclusive, oooooo. Playful! Whimsical! Funny.

The show is shaping up to be about what it means to support - or not support - someone dealing with alcoholism; queer joy; a stand off with a pigeon; learning to be angry; why Amy’s mum keeps milk in the car; learning about how a processing lag is affecting her life; why modern Shakespeare is so often very shite.

Amy is the official host of the English Heritage podcast and has been seen on tour with Ed Byrne, Tom Allen, Sarah Keyworth, Tom Davis and Suzi Ruffell, as well as multiple appearances on Comedy Central.

“A must-see […] a searing wit, she makes the deeply personal feel like a universal truth“ (Rolling Stone)

TUESDAY 10TH MARCH, 20:00
Do you know everything about something?

Award-nominated comedian Robin Grainger hosts a night of standup and live podcast recording all about his guest’s favourite things. Join him and some of the funniest comedians on the planet as they discuss their specialist subject.

WEDNESDAY 11TH MARCH, 20:00
Designed to be fast-paced and full of energy, Underground Magic delivers a night packed with laughs, surprises, and genuinely unforgettable moments.

Each performance features a charismatic host guiding the evening, top guest performers showcasing their best material, and a powerhouse headliner to close the night with a bang.

Whether it’s magic, mind-reading, or a curveball variety act, the show promises something for everyone.

Perfect for families, date nights, group outings, and anyone ready to experience incredible magic, Underground Magic is Edinburgh’s newest go-to night for live entertainment.

Book now - before the tickets vanish.

Underground Magic: Edinburgh’s Live Magic Night is on every other Wednesday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

FRIDAY 13TH MARCH, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup
Chris Forbes
Eleanor Morton
Sophie Rose McCabe
Yvonne Hughes
Elaine Malcolmson

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

SUNDAY 15TH MARCH, 20:00
Mystika Glamoor presents a brand new show to platform local queer artists, invite special guests from across the UK, and offer you the best Sunday evening of entertainment in town! Expect theatrical productions, cabaret, and some of the biggest names in UK alt drag! The high priestess of Edinburgh drag is bringing a whole new era of cabaret to this iconic new venue, so don't miss its monthly dates!

FRIDAY 20TH MARCH, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup
Daniel Petrie
Nate Kitch
Madeleine Brettingham
MC Hammersmith
And more!

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

SATURDAY 21ST MARCH, 16:00
Kitch (me) returns to Gilded Balloon with his absurd, alternative quad-award-nominated sold out Edinburgh Fringe show. “It's sort of about Charlatans, voices & Rasputin; there's big laughs, lulls, shouting & faffing. Oh & I've got a hat.”

★★★★★ 'Like a Matisse painting or jazz.. a comedy masterclass' (The Scotsman)
★★★★★ 'A love letter to comedy.. breaking the form and building laughs that come from out of nowhere..my cheeks ache from laughing at something utterly different' (Entertainment Now)
★★★★.8 'A masterclass..embraces chaos and uncertainty, creating a unique and memorable experience that feels more like a happening than a conventional stand-up set.' (Edinburgh Reviews)
★★★★ 'Postmodern yet oldschool..this could be as fringey as it gets' (The List)
'Absurdist & not funny... I wasn’t very impressed.' (arrse.co.uk - the unofficial voice of the British army)

SATURDAY 21ST MARCH, 17:30
Straight off the back of the latest season of Taskmaster, Maisie's working up her new tour show. Some jokes might work, some might not. It will be obvious which ones are which, to you and to her, but that's part of the fun. Right? RIGHT? As seen on Live At The Apollo, A League of Their Own, and QI.

WEDNESDAY 25TH MARCH, 20:00
Designed to be fast-paced and full of energy, Underground Magic delivers a night packed with laughs, surprises, and genuinely unforgettable moments.

Each performance features a charismatic host guiding the evening, top guest performers showcasing their best material, and a powerhouse headliner to close the night with a bang.

Whether it’s magic, mind-reading, or a curveball variety act, the show promises something for everyone.

Perfect for families, date nights, group outings, and anyone ready to experience incredible magic, Underground Magic is Edinburgh’s newest go-to night for live entertainment.

Book now - before the tickets vanish.

Underground Magic: Edinburgh’s Live Magic Night is on every other Wednesday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

THURSDAY 26TH MARCH, 20:00
A brand-new comedy night blending top-tier stand-up with live music.

Hosted by Scottish comedian Gareth Mutch, each month brings a hand-picked lineup of the funniest acts on the circuit, backed by our house band. Bringing together rising stars, seasoned pros, and the occasional wildcard, it’s part comedy club, part gig, and 100% good times!

Expect big laughs and live grooves; a proper night out held together by an expert host who knows exactly how to make a room crackle!

“Indisputably skilled. Always does the business… building laughs, getting lost in the crowd and finding his way back with bulldozering skill” (British Comedy Guide)

“The bonhomie of one of the most popular guys in the pub, building a strong reputation for himself. Material is fantastic…keeps the pace up like a man who’s earned his stripes” (Chortle)

FRIDAY 27TH MARCH, 19:30 & 21:00
An innovative new sketch comedy event.

Story Platform is a monthly live event in Edinburgh created to uplift Scottish writers and performers through stand up, music, sketch comedy, and more!

SUNDAY 29TH MARCH, 16:00
A LEGO® workshop, but with alcohol.

Come live your childhood dreams of being a LEGO Master Builder, while fulfilling your adult dreams of having a drink.

Brick and Sip is your chance to experience escalating building chaos. Your ticket includes 1 drink on arrival to loosen up those creative gears. Then our Master Builder will guide you through three challenges, from an "architecturally possible" task, to copying a technical build, and finally, designing something you've only once dreamed of.

The best part? You'll get to release your inner toddler and gleefully destroy your own creation at the end (sorry, you can’t take the bricks home—we’ve counted every piece!).

No instructions provided... just building, sipping, and destruction!

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorise or endorse this event.

WEDNESDAY 1ST APRIL, 19:30
Six brand-new short plays in one evening - sharp, funny, and full of surprises.
"Generous, confident and quietly exhilarating" - The Ayrshire Daily News

The Plays:
Who Killed Owen Taylor — by Tom Brogan, dir. Lisa McDonald
Hollywood, 1944. Sci-fi writer Leigh Brackett teams up with William Faulkner to adapt Chandler's The Big Sleep — proving the best mysteries need no solution.

Taking the Empire — by Leanne Cameron, dir. Tom Brogan
A hapless robbery turns unexpected therapy session. Sharp comedy about desperate moments and surprising kindness.

The Daniels House of Horror — by Tom Murray, dir. Shamama Fatima
A dream home with something ancient in the garden. Darkly comic horror with a sardonic narrator and genuine scares.

Matthew's Ghost — by Samantha Dooey-Miles, dir. Lisa McDonald
Evelyn visits a medium to contact her ex. A wickedly funny modern heartbreak.

Dance to This — by Simon Lamb, dir. Tom Brogan
A warm, vulnerable monologue about a first gig in the big city and finally dancing after standing still too long.

You in a Box — by Emma Findlay, dir. Lisa McDonald
A couple packing for their first home discovers that the hardest thing to pack is trust itself.

Cast: Sarah Pieraccini, Emma Findlay, Trystan Youngjohn, James Keenan, Frazer Kirkland & Simon Lamb

THURSDAY 2ND APRIL, 20:00
Scotland's number one D&D live show is back at the Gilded Saloon! Join the Tartan Tabletop gang for an evening of quests, special guests and something else that rhymes with est! Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the world of tabletop gaming, this event is perfect for anyone looking to have a great time. So grab your friends, dust off your favourite cosplay and roll for initiative.

★★★★★ ‘Glorious geeky fun’ (Starburst Magazine)

★★★★★ ‘A nerd’s happy place’ (Theatre Scotland)

★★★★1/2 ‘An excellent way to introduce your naive friends to D&D’ (Glam Adelaide)

FRIDAY 3RD APRIL, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup
Eva Peroni
Amelia Bayler
Alan Ritchie
Alvin Bang
Stephen Buchanan

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

TUESDAY 7TH APRIL, 20:00
Do you know everything about something?

Award-nominated comedian Robin Grainger hosts a night of standup and live podcast recording all about his guest’s favourite things. Join him and some of the funniest comedians on the planet as they discuss their specialist subject.

FRIDAY 10TH APRIL, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup
Kate Hammer
Alan Jay
Sean Chalmers
Matthew Gallagher
Ryan Cullen

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

SUNDAY 12TH APRIL, 16:00
A musical comedy wine tasting experience from the team behind Gilded Balloon cabaret show, Le Wine Club. Join drinks expert and comedy singer, Anna Larkin DipWSET for a Sunday session like no other. Sample some delicious wines and sharpen your wine knowledge. In case you're still wondering what to pair with your chipolatas... With music, storytelling, and an extra splash of cheeky humour. Includes 3 wine samples.

SUNDAY 12TH APRIL, 20:00
Mystika Glamoor presents a brand new show to platform local queer artists, invite special guests from across the UK, and offer you the best Sunday evening of entertainment in town! Expect theatrical productions, cabaret, and some of the biggest names in UK alt drag! The high priestess of Edinburgh drag is bringing a whole new era of cabaret to this iconic new venue, so don't miss its monthly dates!

FRIDAY 17TH APRIL, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup to be announced soon!

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

WEDNESDAY 22ND APRIL, 20:00
Designed to be fast-paced and full of energy, Underground Magic delivers a night packed with laughs, surprises, and genuinely unforgettable moments.

Each performance features a charismatic host guiding the evening, top guest performers showcasing their best material, and a powerhouse headliner to close the night with a bang.

Whether it’s magic, mind-reading, or a curveball variety act, the show promises something for everyone.

Perfect for families, date nights, group outings, and anyone ready to experience incredible magic, Underground Magic is Edinburgh’s newest go-to night for live entertainment.

Book now - before the tickets vanish.

Underground Magic: Edinburgh’s Live Magic Night is on every other Wednesday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

FRIDAY 24TH APRIL, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup
Elaine Malcolmson
Robin Grainger
Paul McDaniel
Shannon Brooke
And more!

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

SUNDAY 26TH APRIL, 16:00
A LEGO® workshop, but with alcohol.

Come live your childhood dreams of being a LEGO Master Builder, while fulfilling your adult dreams of having a drink.

Brick and Sip is your chance to experience escalating building chaos. Your ticket includes 1 drink on arrival to loosen up those creative gears. Then our Master Builder will guide you through three challenges, from an "architecturally possible" task, to copying a technical build, and finally, designing something you've only once dreamed of.

The best part? You'll get to release your inner toddler and gleefully destroy your own creation at the end (sorry, you can’t take the bricks home—we’ve counted every piece!).

No instructions provided... just building, sipping, and destruction!

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorise or endorse this event.

THURSDAY 30TH APRIL, 20:00
A brand-new comedy night blending top-tier stand-up with live music.

Hosted by Scottish comedian Gareth Mutch, each month brings a hand-picked lineup of the funniest acts on the circuit, backed by our house band. Bringing together rising stars, seasoned pros, and the occasional wildcard, it’s part comedy club, part gig, and 100% good times!

Expect big laughs and live grooves; a proper night out held together by an expert host who knows exactly how to make a room crackle!

“Indisputably skilled. Always does the business… building laughs, getting lost in the crowd and finding his way back with bulldozering skill” (British Comedy Guide)

“The bonhomie of one of the most popular guys in the pub, building a strong reputation for himself. Material is fantastic…keeps the pace up like a man who’s earned his stripes” (Chortle)

FRIDAY 1ST MAY, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup
Kathleen Hughes
Mick McNeill
Chris Weir
Charlotte Ronald
And more!

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

SATURDAY 2ND MAY, 17:00
Like most people, Kathleen comes from a long line of other people.

Following her acclaimed 2024 Fringe debut, Glaswegian comic Kathleen Hughes returns with a work-in-progress show all about family, legacy and why she’s like this.

“Confidence, charm and whip-smart wit… an incredibly funny woman” (The Skinny)
“One of the bright new hopes of Scottish comedy” (The Scotsman)

“Clever, open-hearted, deeply funny” (Chris Thorburn)
**** (The Wee Review)
**** (Lisa In The Theatre)

WEDNESDAY 6TH MAY, 20:00
Designed to be fast-paced and full of energy, Underground Magic delivers a night packed with laughs, surprises, and genuinely unforgettable moments.

Each performance features a charismatic host guiding the evening, top guest performers showcasing their best material, and a powerhouse headliner to close the night with a bang.

Whether it’s magic, mind-reading, or a curveball variety act, the show promises something for everyone.

Perfect for families, date nights, group outings, and anyone ready to experience incredible magic, Underground Magic is Edinburgh’s newest go-to night for live entertainment.

Book now - before the tickets vanish.

Underground Magic: Edinburgh’s Live Magic Night is on every other Wednesday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

FRIDAY 8TH MAY, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup
Giulia Galastro
Carwyn Blayney
Amanda Hursy
Jack Brookmyre
And more!

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

SATURDAY 9TH MAY, 17:00
Masking in the corporate sales world for over 20 years and accidentally becoming a comedian – only to discover a crossover that has both saved and ruined her life – Amanda questions if it is too late to dare to dream and dreads having to ‘circle back’.

‘Packed with hilarious original material, told with working class Glaswegian good humour’

‘Keeps the pace up perfectly and there’s never a lull in the flow, which is something few comedians can maintain over an hour’

‘A terrific new voice in the comedy circuit!’ **** (TRCS)

‘Amanda is a very talented stand up and comparisons must be made to the late, great Janey Godley.’

‘Amanda is seriously funny! She is uncompromising, fearless and quite brilliant. ****1/2 (one4review)

‘Great Storyteller ‘ **** (The Scotsman)

TUESDAY 12TH MAY, 20:00
Do you know everything about something?

Award-nominated comedian Robin Grainger hosts a night of standup and live podcast recording all about his guest’s favourite things. Join him and some of the funniest comedians on the planet as they discuss their specialist subject.

FRIDAY 15TH MAY, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup
Chris Weir
Sarah Bradley
Sean Chalmers
And more!

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

SUNDAY 17TH MAY, 20:00
Mystika Glamoor presents a brand new show to platform local queer artists, invite special guests from across the UK, and offer you the best Sunday evening of entertainment in town! Expect theatrical productions, cabaret, and some of the biggest names in UK alt drag! The high priestess of Edinburgh drag is bringing a whole new era of cabaret to this iconic new venue, so don't miss its monthly dates!

WEDNESDAY 20TH MAY, 20:00
Every two weeks, Edinburgh Magic Company brings you a brand-new lineup of magicians, mind-readers, and the occasional wild-card variety act, this is a show that’s never the same twice.

Designed to be fast-paced and full of energy, Underground Magic delivers a night packed with laughs, surprises, and genuinely unforgettable moments.

Each performance features a charismatic host guiding the evening, top guest performers showcasing their best material, and a powerhouse headliner to close the night with a bang.

Whether it’s magic, mind-reading, or a curveball variety act, the show promises something for everyone.

Perfect for families, date nights, group outings, and anyone ready to experience incredible magic, Underground Magic is Edinburgh’s newest go-to night for live entertainment.

Book now - before the tickets vanish.

Underground Magic: Edinburgh’s Live Magic Night is on every other Wednesday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

FRIDAY 22ND MAY, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup
Kate Hammer
Eleanor Morton
Alan Ritchie
Jay Lafferty
And more!

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

SUNDAY 24TH MAY, 14:00
Bringing the best of 60s and 70s music to a brand new venue, Sixties on a Sunday is back! Come on down to Gilded Saloon on a Sunday afternoon to drink, dance and sing along to simply the most authentic 60’s band you will ever hear.

Formed in the 60s in Edinburgh, Fayne & The Cruisers are still going strong, capturing the essence of those heady days, performing everything from The Beatles to The Beach Boys, Elvis to The Shadows, Ray Charles to Roy Orbison and everything in between. Dance the afternoon away with the most versatile band you are ever likely to hear!

THURSDAY 28TH MAY, 20:00
A brand-new comedy night blending top-tier stand-up with live music.

Hosted by Scottish comedian Gareth Mutch, each month brings a hand-picked lineup of the funniest acts on the circuit, backed by our house band. Bringing together rising stars, seasoned pros, and the occasional wildcard, it’s part comedy club, part gig, and 100% good times!

Expect big laughs and live grooves; a proper night out held together by an expert host who knows exactly how to make a room crackle!

“Indisputably skilled. Always does the business… building laughs, getting lost in the crowd and finding his way back with bulldozering skill” (British Comedy Guide)

“The bonhomie of one of the most popular guys in the pub, building a strong reputation for himself. Material is fantastic…keeps the pace up like a man who’s earned his stripes” (Chortle)

FRIDAY 29TH MAY, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup
Jay Lafferty
Ryan Cullen
Chris Thornburn
And more!

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

SATURDAY 30TH MAY, 16:00
The UK's biggest comedy newcomer competition returns for its 39th edition! Hosted by the best comperes in the country, see the future faces of comedy perform their funniest material as they battle for a place in the next stage of the completion. Previous winners and finalists from the competition include Aisling Bea, Tommy Tiernan, Maisie Adam, Peter Kay, Lee Mack, Fern Brady, Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan, Sara Pascoe, Daniel Sloss and more. 'Showcasing the stand-up stars of the future' (Comedy.co.uk).

SATURDAY 30TH MAY - 19:00
The UK's biggest comedy newcomer competition returns for its 39th edition! Hosted by the best comperes in the country, see the future faces of comedy perform their funniest material as they battle for a place in the next stage of the completion. Previous winners and finalists from the competition include Aisling Bea, Tommy Tiernan, Maisie Adam, Peter Kay, Lee Mack, Fern Brady, Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan, Sara Pascoe, Daniel Sloss and more. 'Showcasing the stand-up stars of the future' (Comedy.co.uk).

SUNDAY 31ST MAY, 16:00
A LEGO® workshop, but with alcohol.

Come live your childhood dreams of being a LEGO Master Builder, while fulfilling your adult dreams of having a drink.

Brick and Sip is your chance to experience escalating building chaos. Your ticket includes 1 drink on arrival to loosen up those creative gears. Then our Master Builder will guide you through three challenges, from an "architecturally possible" task, to copying a technical build, and finally, designing something you've only once dreamed of.

The best part? You'll get to release your inner toddler and gleefully destroy your own creation at the end (sorry, you can’t take the bricks home—we’ve counted every piece!).

No instructions provided... just building, sipping, and destruction!

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorise or endorse this event.

WEDNESDAY 3RD JUNE, 20:00
Every two weeks, Edinburgh Magic Company brings you a brand-new lineup of magicians, mind-readers, and the occasional wild-card variety act, this is a show that’s never the same twice.

Designed to be fast-paced and full of energy, Underground Magic delivers a night packed with laughs, surprises, and genuinely unforgettable moments.

Each performance features a charismatic host guiding the evening, top guest performers showcasing their best material, and a powerhouse headliner to close the night with a bang.

Whether it’s magic, mind-reading, or a curveball variety act, the show promises something for everyone.

Perfect for families, date nights, group outings, and anyone ready to experience incredible magic, Underground Magic is Edinburgh’s newest go-to night for live entertainment.

Book now - before the tickets vanish.

Underground Magic: Edinburgh’s Live Magic Night is on every other Wednesday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

THURSDAY 4TH JUNE, 20:00
Scotland's number one D&D live show is back at the Gilded Saloon! Join the Tartan Tabletop gang for an evening of quests, special guests and something else that rhymes with est! Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the world of tabletop gaming, this event is perfect for anyone looking to have a great time. So grab your friends, dust off your favourite cosplay and roll for initiative.

★★★★★ ‘Glorious geeky fun’ (Starburst Magazine)

★★★★★ ‘A nerd’s happy place’ (Theatre Scotland)

★★★★1/2 ‘An excellent way to introduce your naive friends to D&D’ (Glam Adelaide)

FRIDAY 5TH JUNE, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup
Eva Peroni
Daniel Petrie
Madeleine Brettingham
And more!

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

SATURDAY 6TH JUNE, 17:00
Madeleine Brettingham is a writer and rising star on the stand-up circuit, who’s recently scooped a string of competition wins including winning the prestigious So You Think You’re Funny 2025 and taking silver in Funny Women in the same year, a unique double.

She’s been praised for her “distinctive worldview” (Chortle), “tight and gag-packed” writing (Bruce Dessau), and “knack for blending offbeat observations with pacey, unexpected punchlines” (The List).

“A suffer-no-fools attitude that own the stage, a formidable gag rate and a precision with language that conjures up the perfect images” (Chortle).

Join her at the Gilded Saloon to see her work in progress of her debut show.

TUESDAY 9TH JUNE, 20:00
Do you know everything about something?

Award-nominated comedian Robin Grainger hosts a night of standup and live podcast recording all about his guest’s favourite things. Join him and some of the funniest comedians on the planet as they discuss their specialist subject.

FRIDAY 12TH JUNE, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup to be announced soon!

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

SATURDAY 13TH JUNE, 17:00
After a successful Edinburgh Fringe debut, Kayleigh returns to the Gilded Balloon with her ridiculously true-story comedy show. Hailed as ‘more than your average comedy show,’ Kayleigh tells the unforgettable tale of how, on Christmas morning 2010, she unwrapped the ultimate surprise: her dad wasn’t her dad, and her real dad was… probably someone else.

Winner - Spirit of the Fringe Award
Best Newcomer - ISH Edinburgh Comedy Award (Nominee)
Best Debut - Leicester Comedy Festival (Nominee)

Kayleigh’s comedy hour takes you on her offbeat quest to track down her real father. And the pelican part? You’ll have to see for yourself.

★★★★½ 'For anyone with a dysfunctional family story, musical comedy fans, and frankly, anyone with a heart and a mind. This true story, delivered by a talented storyteller, is one you won’t want to miss' (The Reviews Hub)

'A tantalising musical comedian' (The Skinny)

SUNDAY 14TH JUNE, 16:00
A musical comedy wine tasting experience from the team behind Gilded Balloon cabaret show, Le Wine Club. Join drinks expert and comedy singer, Anna Larkin DipWSET for a Sunday session like no other. Sample some delicious wines and sharpen your wine knowledge. In case you're still wondering what to pair with your chipolatas... With music, storytelling, and an extra splash of cheeky humour. Includes 3 wine samples.

SUNDAY 14TH JUNE, 20:00
Mystika Glamoor presents a brand new show to platform local queer artists, invite special guests from across the UK, and offer you the best Sunday evening of entertainment in town! Expect theatrical productions, cabaret, and some of the biggest names in UK alt drag! The high priestess of Edinburgh drag is bringing a whole new era of cabaret to this iconic new venue, so don't miss its monthly dates!

WEDNESDAY 17TH JUNE, 20:00
Every two weeks, Edinburgh Magic Company brings you a brand-new lineup of magicians, mind-readers, and the occasional wild-card variety act, this is a show that’s never the same twice.

Designed to be fast-paced and full of energy, Underground Magic delivers a night packed with laughs, surprises, and genuinely unforgettable moments.

Each performance features a charismatic host guiding the evening, top guest performers showcasing their best material, and a powerhouse headliner to close the night with a bang.

Whether it’s magic, mind-reading, or a curveball variety act, the show promises something for everyone.

Perfect for families, date nights, group outings, and anyone ready to experience incredible magic, Underground Magic is Edinburgh’s newest go-to night for live entertainment.

Book now - before the tickets vanish

Underground Magic: Edinburgh’s Live Magic Night is on every other Wednesday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

FRIDAY 19TH JUNE, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup
Kate Hammer
Robin Grainger
Jack Brookmyre
Eva Peroni
Fab Goulin

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

SATURDAY 20TH JUNE, 15:30
Eva Peroni is working on a brand new show and needs you to be there to see if it's funny. At 17, Eva Peroni left Livingston a straight, tracksuit-wearing teenager and returned two years later a bald lesbian.

SATURDAY 20TH JUNE, 17:00
BBC New Comedy Award Nominee '25 and So You Think You're Funny '24 Finalist, Fab Goualin, is bringing a Work in Progress Show to the Gilded Saloon.

A self-professed storyteller with a sharp eye for the absurd, Fab Goualin blends nationality-based observations with witty anecdotes to offer a fresh take on cultural differences and the strange ways we try to understand one another. Drawing humour from his unusual background, he invites audiences into a world where identity, belonging, and everyday chaos collide.

"A really great storyteller" (Jen Brister)
"A laid-back and very charismatic presence" (Chortle)
"A Master of the callback" ★★★★ (Broadway Baby)
"A great command of the stage and an air of confidence" ★★★★ (One Review)

THURSDAY 25TH JUNE, 20:00
A brand-new comedy night blending top-tier stand-up with live music.

Hosted by Scottish comedian Gareth Mutch, each month brings a hand-picked lineup of the funniest acts on the circuit, backed by our house band. Bringing together rising stars, seasoned pros, and the occasional wildcard, it’s part comedy club, part gig, and 100% good times!

Expect big laughs and live grooves; a proper night out held together by an expert host who knows exactly how to make a room crackle!

“Indisputably skilled. Always does the business… building laughs, getting lost in the crowd and finding his way back with bulldozering skill” (British Comedy Guide)

“The bonhomie of one of the most popular guys in the pub, building a strong reputation for himself. Material is fantastic…keeps the pace up like a man who’s earned his stripes” (Chortle)

FRIDAY 26TH JUNE, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup to be announced soon!

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

SUNDAY 28TH JUNE, 16:00
A LEGO® workshop, but with alcohol.

Come live your childhood dreams of being a LEGO Master Builder, while fulfilling your adult dreams of having a drink.

Brick and Sip is your chance to experience escalating building chaos. Your ticket includes 1 drink on arrival to loosen up those creative gears. Then our Master Builder will guide you through three challenges, from an "architecturally possible" task, to copying a technical build, and finally, designing something you've only once dreamed of.

The best part? You'll get to release your inner toddler and gleefully destroy your own creation at the end (sorry, you can’t take the bricks home—we’ve counted every piece!).

No instructions provided... just building, sipping, and destruction!

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorise or endorse this event.

WEDNESDAY 1ST JULY, 20:00
Every two weeks, Edinburgh Magic Company brings you a brand-new lineup of magicians, mind-readers, and the occasional wild-card variety act, this is a show that’s never the same twice.

Designed to be fast-paced and full of energy, Underground Magic delivers a night packed with laughs, surprises, and genuinely unforgettable moments.

Each performance features a charismatic host guiding the evening, top guest performers showcasing their best material, and a powerhouse headliner to close the night with a bang.

Whether it’s magic, mind-reading, or a curveball variety act, the show promises something for everyone.

Perfect for families, date nights, group outings, and anyone ready to experience incredible magic, Underground Magic is Edinburgh’s newest go-to night for live entertainment.

Book now - before the tickets vanish.

Underground Magic: Edinburgh’s Live Magic Night is on every other Wednesday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

FRIDAY 3RD JULY, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup
Giulia Galastro
Chris Weir
Sean Chalmers
And more!

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

TUESDAY 7TH JULY, 20:00
Do you know everything about something?

Award-nominated comedian Robin Grainger hosts a night of standup and live podcast recording all about his guest’s favourite things. Join him and some of the funniest comedians on the planet as they discuss their specialist subject.

FRIDAY 10TH JULY, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup
Kathleen Hughes
Alan Jay
Eva Peroni
And more!

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

SUNDAY 12TH JULY, 20:00
Mystika Glamoor presents a brand new show to platform local queer artists, invite special guests from across the UK, and offer you the best Sunday evening of entertainment in town! Expect theatrical productions, cabaret, and some of the biggest names in UK alt drag! The high priestess of Edinburgh drag is bringing a whole new era of cabaret to this iconic new venue, so don't miss its monthly dates!

WEDNESDAY 15TH JULY, 20:00
Every two weeks, Edinburgh Magic Company brings you a brand-new lineup of magicians, mind-readers, and the occasional wild-card variety act, this is a show that’s never the same twice.

Designed to be fast-paced and full of energy, Underground Magic delivers a night packed with laughs, surprises, and genuinely unforgettable moments.

Each performance features a charismatic host guiding the evening, top guest performers showcasing their best material, and a powerhouse headliner to close the night with a bang.

Whether it’s magic, mind-reading, or a curveball variety act, the show promises something for everyone.

Perfect for families, date nights, group outings, and anyone ready to experience incredible magic, Underground Magic is Edinburgh’s newest go-to night for live entertainment.

Book now - before the tickets vanish.

Underground Magic: Edinburgh’s Live Magic Night is on every other Wednesday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

FRIDAY 17TH JULY, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon.

Lineup
Kate Hammer
Eleanor Morton
Amanda Hursy
And more!

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

SUNDAY 19TH JULY, 14:00
Bringing the best of 60s and 70s music to a brand new venue, Sixties on a Sunday is back! Come on down to Gilded Saloon on a Sunday afternoon to drink, dance and sing along to simply the most authentic 60’s band you will ever hear.

Formed in the 60s in Edinburgh, Fayne & The Cruisers are still going strong, capturing the essence of those heady days, performing everything from The Beatles to The Beach Boys, Elvis to The Shadows, Ray Charles to Roy Orbison and everything in between. Dance the afternoon away with the most versatile band you are ever likely to hear!

FRIDAY 24TH JULY, 20:00
Gilded Balloon presents a classic night of stand-up comedy with the best comedians from across the UK. Expect Scottish favourites, TV legends, future stars and lots of laughs. Join us every Friday with a changing lineup of comedians at the Gilded Saloon..

Lineup
Jay Lafferty
Robin Grainger
Alan Ritchie
And more!

Our resident comperes will host a mixed-bill lineup of world-class comedians in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Grab a bite to eat before the show upstairs at the Gilded Saloon and bring your drinks down to the hottest new comedy venue in the city. Start your weekend in fits of laughter with The Comedy Show.

The Comedy Show is on every Friday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

SUNDAY 26TH JULY, 16:00
A LEGO® workshop, but with alcohol.

Come live your childhood dreams of being a LEGO Master Builder, while fulfilling your adult dreams of having a drink.

Brick and Sip is your chance to experience escalating building chaos. Your ticket includes 1 drink on arrival to loosen up those creative gears. Then our Master Builder will guide you through three challenges, from an "architecturally possible" task, to copying a technical build, and finally, designing something you've only once dreamed of.

The best part? You'll get to release your inner toddler and gleefully destroy your own creation at the end (sorry, you can’t take the bricks home—we’ve counted every piece!).

No instructions provided... just building, sipping, and destruction!

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorise or endorse this event.

WEDNESDAY 29TH JULY, 20:00
Every two weeks, Edinburgh Magic Company brings you a brand-new lineup of magicians, mind-readers, and the occasional wild-card variety act, this is a show that’s never the same twice.

Designed to be fast-paced and full of energy, Underground Magic delivers a night packed with laughs, surprises, and genuinely unforgettable moments.

Each performance features a charismatic host guiding the evening, top guest performers showcasing their best material, and a powerhouse headliner to close the night with a bang.

Whether it’s magic, mind-reading, or a curveball variety act, the show promises something for everyone.

Perfect for families, date nights, group outings, and anyone ready to experience incredible magic, Underground Magic is Edinburgh’s newest go-to night for live entertainment.

Book now - before the tickets vanish.

Underground Magic: Edinburgh’s Live Magic Night is on every other Wednesday at the Gilded Saloon, click here for more available dates.

THURSDAY 30TH JULY, 20:00
A brand-new comedy night blending top-tier stand-up with live music.

Hosted by Scottish comedian Gareth Mutch, each month brings a hand-picked lineup of the funniest acts on the circuit, backed by our house band. Bringing together rising stars, seasoned pros, and the occasional wildcard, it’s part comedy club, part gig, and 100% good times!

Expect big laughs and live grooves; a proper night out held together by an expert host who knows exactly how to make a room crackle!

“Indisputably skilled. Always does the business… building laughs, getting lost in the crowd and finding his way back with bulldozering skill” (British Comedy Guide)

“The bonhomie of one of the most popular guys in the pub, building a strong reputation for himself. Material is fantastic…keeps the pace up like a man who’s earned his stripes” (Chortle)

SUNDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER, 14:00
Bringing the best of 60s and 70s music to a brand new venue, Sixties on a Sunday is back! Come on down to Gilded Saloon on a Sunday afternoon to drink, dance and sing along to simply the most authentic 60’s band you will ever hear.

Formed in the 60s in Edinburgh, Fayne & The Cruisers are still going strong, capturing the essence of those heady days, performing everything from The Beatles to The Beach Boys, Elvis to The Shadows, Ray Charles to Roy Orbison and everything in between. Dance the afternoon away with the most versatile band you are ever likely to hear!

SUNDAY 8TH NOVEMBER, 14:00
Bringing the best of 60s and 70s music to a brand new venue, Sixties on a Sunday is back! Come on down to Gilded Saloon on a Sunday afternoon to drink, dance and sing along to simply the most authentic 60’s band you will ever hear.

Formed in the 60s in Edinburgh, Fayne & The Cruisers are still going strong, capturing the essence of those heady days, performing everything from The Beatles to The Beach Boys, Elvis to The Shadows, Ray Charles to Roy Orbison and everything in between. Dance the afternoon away with the most versatile band you are ever likely to hear!

SUNDAY 13TH DECEMBER, 14:00
Bringing the best of 60s and 70s music to a brand new venue, Sixties on a Sunday is back! Come on down to Gilded Saloon on a Sunday afternoon to drink, dance and sing along to simply the most authentic 60’s band you will ever hear.

Formed in the 60s in Edinburgh, Fayne & The Cruisers are still going strong, capturing the essence of those heady days, performing everything from The Beatles to The Beach Boys, Elvis to The Shadows, Ray Charles to Roy Orbison and everything in between. Dance the afternoon away with the most versatile band you are ever likely to hear!