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
Amy Matthews

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
Mick McNeill
Chris Weir
Charlotte Ronald
Krystal Evans

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 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.

THURSDAY 7TH MAY, 19:00

Teenage Byro-maniac Mirren is LITERALLY obsessed with heartthrob poet Lord Byron, and she is completely convinced he's been writing her love letters. Her father absolutely forbids their meeting, but that won't keep her from trying.

This love letter to Tumblrinas, Single Fathers, and Poets brings 1825 to 2015 in the first co-production between Glasgow's Martyr Theatre Company and Edinburgh's Half Trick Theatre Company. Starring Rebecca Russell, Caden Scott, and Magnus Kelly.

Written by Alistair Maxwell, Directed by Courtney Bassett

FRIDAY 8TH MAY, 18:00

Teenage Byro-maniac Mirren is LITERALLY obsessed with heartthrob poet Lord Byron, and she is completely convinced he's been writing her love letters. Her father absolutely forbids their meeting, but that won't keep her from trying.

This love letter to Tumblrinas, Single Fathers, and Poets brings 1825 to 2015 in the first co-production between Glasgow's Martyr Theatre Company and Edinburgh's Half Trick Theatre Company. Starring Rebecca Russell, Caden Scott, and Magnus Kelly.

Written by Alistair Maxwell, Directed by Courtney Bassett

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
Alan Jay

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, 14:00

Saturday afternoon of laughter where newer comics hone their skills and experienced comedians try out new stuff, for a fiver, in this economy, you must be joking? We are joking, are you coming?

Hosted by ‘hilarious’, UK Funny Women Awards finalist, local comedian and cringe millenial mum, Sophie Rose McCabe, alongside a different diverse mix of scotland’s comedy talent, selected by Sophie. A fab and funny way to spend your saturday afternoon.

Rising stars of comedy headlining each month - this show's headliner will be... Eva Peroni!

The Laughternoon Show is on once a month 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)

SUNDAY MAY 10, 18:00
Hot Comedy is a bold, inclusive comedy compilation show in Edinburgh, hosted by Nicholas Elliott and Eva Peroni.

Known for its diverse and supportive atmosphere, it showcases a mix of top headliners and rising stars from all backgrounds. The show features Queer, POC, Disabled, Female, Non-binary performers—and yes, even straight white men—creating a line-up that genuinely reflects comedy's full spectrum.

Reviews praise it as “a lovely supportive show” and “a defined space celebrating voices.” But don’t expect anything preachy—Hot Comedy focuses on being funny first, while making space for performers often sidelined in traditional comedy circles. The show offers a culturally and physically accessible environment for audiences who may feel excluded or targeted by mainstream, edgelord-style humor.

It's a night where jokes don’t come at the expense of identity, and where everyone, as long as they're funny, gets a chance to shine. Expect the next generation of comedy talent.

Hot Comedy is on every other Sunday at the Gilded Saloon

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, 14:00

Saturday afternoon of laughter where newer comics hone their skills and experienced comedians try out new stuff, for a fiver, in this economy, you must be joking? We are joking, are you coming?

Hosted by ‘hilarious’, UK Funny Women Awards finalist, local comedian and cringe millenial mum, Sophie Rose McCabe, alongside a different diverse mix of scotland’s comedy talent, selected by Sophie. A fab and funny way to spend your saturday afternoon.

Rising stars of comedy headlining each month - this show's headliner will be... Amelia Bayler!

The Laughternoon Show is on once a month 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.

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)

SUNDAY JUNE 21, 18:00
Hot Comedy is a bold, inclusive comedy compilation show in Edinburgh, hosted by Nicholas Elliott and Eva Peroni.

Known for its diverse and supportive atmosphere, it showcases a mix of top headliners and rising stars from all backgrounds. The show features Queer, POC, Disabled, Female, Non-binary performers—and yes, even straight white men—creating a line-up that genuinely reflects comedy's full spectrum.

Reviews praise it as “a lovely supportive show” and “a defined space celebrating voices.” But don’t expect anything preachy—Hot Comedy focuses on being funny first, while making space for performers often sidelined in traditional comedy circles. The show offers a culturally and physically accessible environment for audiences who may feel excluded or targeted by mainstream, edgelord-style humor.

It's a night where jokes don’t come at the expense of identity, and where everyone, as long as they're funny, gets a chance to shine. Expect the next generation of comedy talent.

Hot Comedy is on every other Sunday at the Gilded Saloon

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
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 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.

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!

SUNDAY 19 JULY, 18:00
Hot Comedy is a bold, inclusive comedy compilation show in Edinburgh, hosted by Nicholas Elliott and Eva Peroni.

Known for its diverse and supportive atmosphere, it showcases a mix of top headliners and rising stars from all backgrounds. The show features Queer, POC, Disabled, Female, Non-binary performers—and yes, even straight white men—creating a line-up that genuinely reflects comedy's full spectrum.

Reviews praise it as “a lovely supportive show” and “a defined space celebrating voices.” But don’t expect anything preachy—Hot Comedy focuses on being funny first, while making space for performers often sidelined in traditional comedy circles. The show offers a culturally and physically accessible environment for audiences who may feel excluded or targeted by mainstream, edgelord-style humor.

It's a night where jokes don’t come at the expense of identity, and where everyone, as long as they're funny, gets a chance to shine. Expect the next generation of comedy talent.

Hot Comedy is on every other Sunday at the Gilded Saloon

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)

FRIDAY 31st JULY , 20:00
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!

5-16 AUG - 14:20
What happens when you put your favourite comedians in a room? We did exactly that, and now we're bringing them to you. Pure Leo presents a showcase of our favourite comedians: Kate Hammer, Ifrah Qureshi, Charlie Vero-Martin and Beth Knight. We know these women are ones to watch, which is why we've brought them together for a lively, fast-paced hour where they take turns hosting and performing to keep the energy high and the laughs coming. Four brilliant performers, one hour of comedy and talent very much on the way up. Catch them now while they're coming through.

7 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) - 13:00
Part stand-up comedy, part actual pub quiz. Quick-witted quizmaster, Alex Love, returns to test trivia and split the audience into teams to compete in this highly interactive hour. Prepare for points, prizes and a pedantic host. The show has four sold-out Edinburgh Fringe runs, been performed in seven countries and almost caused a riot in a small Dorset town. 'A Fringe cult smash.... outstripping some of the festival's top-rated comedians in terms of both quality and quantity of laughter.' ***** (Broadwaybaby.com). 'It is hilarious.' (ArtMurmurs.nz).

10-16 AUG - 18:20
He's the #1 'young sketch comedian to watch' (Telegraph). He has over 400 million views on social media. He is one half of Durk & Ski. He is 'very funny and genuinely gripping' (Telegraph). He is 'frantic, innovative, effortlessly likeable' (LeftLion). He's going to bring some NEW characters, sketches, jokes, videos and zingers for you. You don't have to bring anything (apart from your laughs haha... okay cheers, Dave).

17 - 22 AUG - 15:00
How a 2cm wildflower changed an artist's life. Through live music and immersive imagery, songwriter Siobhan Wilson celebrates Scotland's often overlooked wildflowers, exploring themes of preservation, belonging and resilience through music and immersive imagery featuring flower videography and flower art by Scottish artists. A show designed by Sufrecs in collaboration with Trench One and Edge Photography, produced in partnership with Gilded Balloon and Unique Events, funded by Made in Scotland, this compelling must-see show is not to be missed.

17 - 27 AUG - 17:00
Edinburgh ISH Awards Best Show nominee 2025 (****, Scotsman, ****, Guardian, ****, Telegraph). In a ten-year marriage, eventually your partner sees it all. Every bad idea. Every silly decision. Every unfiltered thought... and somehow, they still say they love you. Fresh from her critically acclaimed show Slinky (Winner: Best Show, Women in Comedy Festival and twice nominated Best International Debut, New Zealand International Comedy Festival), multi award-winning comedian Laura Lexx returns with a brand new work-in-progress. As seen on Mock the Week and Live at the Apollo.

17 - 30 AUG - 18:20
A brand new work in progress hour by one of Australia's most exciting and distinctive comedians. 'A rich source of edgy jokes' **** (Chortle.co.uk). 'A very assured, natural raconteur' **** (Scotsman). 'Relatable stories and meaningful punchlines' **** (Artshub.com.au). 'The comedian other comedians go to see' (TheatreTravels.org). Winner, Adelaide Fringe Best Emerging Artist Weekly Award 2017. Nominated Best Comedy, Perth Fringe World 2018. Nominated Best Newcomer, Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2018. Moosehead Award Recipient, Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024.

23 - 30 AUG - 19:40
What's your name, and what's your game? Go to pieces over this crackpot quiz placing porcelain under the hammer! Decide the fate of a delicate pottery item: the crown jewel of your crockery set or total obliteration. Taskmaster meets Shooting Stars meets Antiques Roadshow. Contestants could be walking home with a snazzy teapot, commemorative plate or delicate figurine – but only one lucky soul is destined for the Bonanza Digital Experience. Sharkira's on hand singing the blues to those less fortunate. Expect absurd challenges, questionable judgement, and dramatic decisions from you, the audience. Participation optional.

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!

FRIDAY 25th SEPTEMBER, 20:00
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!

FRIDAY 30th OCTOBER, 20:00
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 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!

FRIDAY 20th NOVEMBER, 20:00
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 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!