Edinburgh Fringe Festival
Unleash Your Imagination at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Immerse yourself in the whirlwind of creativity, laughter and inspiration that is the Edinburgh Festival. With the fringe festival right on our doorstep and the hotel playing venue to a number of shows this year, you won’t have far to go to soak up endless entertainment. Guests, visitors and Edinburgh Locals are all welcome as together we enjoy the cultural event of the year.
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BAD CLOWNS & GOOD FRIENDS
Aug 2-3, 9-10, 16-17, 23-24 | Eve
Eve is proud to be a Edinburgh Fringe Comedy Venue as we welcome the award-winning comedy trio Bad Clowns. Bad Clowns will host a night of the best comedy acts from this year's festival every Friday and Saturday of the Fringe in Eve, and you're invited!
Brian Kennedy - A Love Letter to Joni Volume 2
Aug 8, 10 & 11 | Greyfriars Hall
Legendary artist and composer Joni Mitchell turned 80 on 7 November 2023, and Brian marked her milestone birthday by recording his second love letter volume of his favourite songs in tribute to her. How many artists can say they toured with her, Bob Dylan and Van Morrison in the same bill across the USA in 1998? Brian says 'getting to talk to Joni most days was just unbelievable, it only made me a bigger fan'.
Please join Brian celebrating this Canadian icon of song as she enters her 80th decade.
Decadence Silent Disco
Saturday 3rd, Saturday 10th, Friday 16th and Saturday 24th August I 7pm, 11pm and 1am I Geyfriars Hall
Welcome to dance through the decades an immersive silent disco experience held in Greyfriars Hall this August. A live DJ will host the event, playing a live set that links up through each customers headphones, taking them on an immersive journey through musical generations.
Brunch with Eve
Daily | August 1-31st | Eve
What better way to fuel yourself for a busy day of Festival fever than a delicious brunch at Eve. Available every day in August, from fluffy pancakes to a wide variety of savoury dishes, and a range of signature cocktails, there is a treat for everyone.
Pre- Theatre Menu at Commons Club
Daily 17:00 till 19:00 | July & August | Commons Club
An exquisite culinary experience design to set the stage for an unforgettable night of culture and cuisine in Edinburgh. Our carefully curated 2 to 3 course pre-theatre menu, has been meticulously crafted to delight the senses and tantalise the palate.
Two course for £30, Three courses £35
Wee Eve
The month of August | 12pm-5pM
Positioned on an enviable location on Cowgate, in the heart of all of the Fringe action, we're opening the doors to our pop up offering "Wee Eve" for take-away delights to fuel your festival itinerary on the go. Think pizzas, wraps, smoothies, coffee and teppanyaki ice cream. Grab and go or stay and enjoy a cocktail in our Eve Courtyard. Whatever your refueling needs this festival, we've got you!
Location: You'll find us just along from Eve Restaurant on the Cowgate, just at the bottom of Candlemaker Row
Artist in Residence - Wendy Helliwell
Every Saturday & Sunday in August I Oculus Lounge I 1-3pm
If your in and around the hotel, don't forget to check out our newest Artist in Residence, local creative Wendy Helliwell's artwork. Displayed along the red staircase leading to the Oculus Lounge. Discover the inspiration behind her work and get a sneak peak into her creative process when you tour her studio in The Unicorn Room in one of the historic turrets on the 10th floor.
Simply arrange a time which works for you by contacting Wendy via text, WhatsApp or via email on the details below:
07715 586494 | [email protected]