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Andrew Smart

Everything you need to know about the 2024 Edinburgh Summer Sessions

THE Edinburgh Summer Sessions are back, seeing huge names in music like Catfish & The Bottlemen descend on the Royal Highland Showgrounds.

The event first started all the way back in 2018 and has since featured leading acts like Florence & The Machine, Tom Jones and The Courteeners.

With only days to go before the event returns, here is everything you need to know about the summer sessions.

When is the 2024 Edinburgh Summer Sessions taking place?

The 2024 Edinburgh Summer Sessions will take place at the Royal Highland Showgrounds on August 17 and August 24.

Who will be performing at the 2024 Edinburgh Summer Sessions?

Here are all the artists performing at this year's Edinburgh Summer Sessions.

Edinburgh Headliners

  • Catfish & The Bottlemen 
  • Ocean Colour Scene

Ocean Colour Scene will be supported by the Alabama 3, Embrace, Republica, Reverend & The Makers and The View.

Are there still tickets for the Edinburgh Summer Sessions?

Tickets for both dates are still available with revellers only needing to visit the Summer Sessions' official website.

Here, users will be prompted by two white "buy tickets" buttons under the headlining artists.


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How to get to the Royal Highland Showgrounds in Edinburgh

According to the Royal Highland Showgrounds website, getting to the venue is easy.

By Bus

Lothian Bus services 98 (departing from George Street) and 97 (departing from Edinburgh Gateway and Edinburgh Park stations) run directly to the showgrounds.

By Tram

Tram services take passengers all the way from Leith to Ingliston Park and Ride, where they can get a shuttle bus to the east entrance of the Royal Highland Showgrounds.

Car Parking

Those travelling by car must book and purchase a parking space in advance of attending the event. If motorists fail to comply with this, they will be turned away.

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