Classical Music in Edinburgh

Discover upcoming classical concerts in Edinburgh, including Beethoven Piano Sonatas by Candlelight at St Giles Cathedral. PerformingArtsAtlas maps every classical music performance in Edinburgh with dates, venues and direct ticket links — and shows what's on near you anywhere in the world.

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As of August 2026, 11 classical concerts are scheduled in Edinburgh between 21 August 2026 and 5 October 2026, at St. Giles' Cathedral.

Last updated: 9 August 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What classical concerts are playing in Edinburgh?

Upcoming classical concerts in Edinburgh include Beethoven Piano Sonatas by Candlelight at St Giles Cathedral, Mozart & Mendelssohn by Candlelight at St Giles Cathedral and Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight. The full list with dates and ticket links is on PerformingArtsAtlas.

Where are classical concerts performed in Edinburgh?

Upcoming classical concerts in Edinburgh take place at St. Giles' Cathedral.

When is the next classical music performance in Edinburgh?

The next one is Beethoven Piano Sonatas by Candlelight at St Giles Cathedral at St. Giles' Cathedral on Fri 21 August 2026.

Upcoming classical concerts in Edinburgh

  • Beethoven Piano Sonatas by Candlelight at St Giles Cathedral
    St. Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh
    Fri 21 August 2026 · 16:15 Get tickets →
  • Mozart & Mendelssohn by Candlelight at St Giles Cathedral
    St. Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh
    Fri 21 August 2026 · 18:00 Get tickets →
  • Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
    St. Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh
    Sat 22 August 2026 · 16:15 Get tickets →
  • St Giles Cathedral: Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
    St. Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh
    Sat 22 August 2026 · 18:00 Get tickets →
  • Royal Mile International Piano Series
    St. Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh
    Mon 7 September 2026 · 16:30 Get tickets →
  • Royal Mile International Piano Series
    St. Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh
    Mon 14 September 2026 · 16:30 Get tickets →
  • St Giles Cathedral: Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
    St. Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh
    Fri 25 September 2026 · 18:00 Get tickets →
  • Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
    St. Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh
    Sat 26 September 2026 · 16:15 Get tickets →
  • Grieg and Rachmaninov Piano Concertos by Candlelight
    St. Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh
    Sat 26 September 2026 · 18:00 Get tickets →
  • Royal Mile International Piano Series
    St. Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh
    Mon 28 September 2026 · 16:30 Get tickets →
  • Royal Mile International Piano Series
    St. Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh
    Mon 5 October 2026 · 16:30 Get tickets →