Spanning two weeks with over 30 events across 18 venues, the festival has all genres covered, from mainstream jazz to the avant garde through to the cutting-edge underground sounds. Taking place across the city, Scotland's second largest jazz festival has something for everyone. The 2026 line up includes the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra, Fergus McCreadie Trio, Toolbox Orchestra, Laura MacDonald and many more.

Never ceilidh-ed but always wanted to give it a whirl? My First Ceilidh is the perfect, fun and friendly introduction to Scottish dancing for children, young people and families. Enjoy simple dances at a comfortable pace under the guidance of a clear and encouraging caller. Children can move freely, learn as they go, and enjoy the buzz of dancing with others, while adults can take part without any pressure or expectation of previous experience. The focus is on fun, confidence-building, and spending time together. Whether you come along with toddlers, teenagers, grandparents, or a mix of all three, the ceilidh is designed to be accessible, sociable, and memorable.