Christmas is on its way, and we are very excited. With the festive season about to get into full swing, the market at Princes Street Gardens is set to return, but with everyone heading there it can get a little busy.
Thankfully, the capital offers plenty of alternatives to keep your loved ones happy this Christmas with events scheduled across the city in the lead to the big day.
From Christmas markets and festive events to live performances and even a Christmas-themed Funfair (with a Who-ville where you can spot the Grinch), we've pulled together a list of some of the best events for you to check out.
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Conifox Adventure Park Christmas Experience with Christmas-themed Funfair, market and even a reindeer flying school
Lying just 20 minutes from the city centre at Kirkliston, the Conifox Adventure Park is holding a true festive extravaganza with enchanting lighting and effects, Christmas-themed Funfair (with a Who-ville where you can spot the Grinch), magical forest, Mrs Claus's kitchen, Toy Workshop, elf village, naughty and nice scanner and even Santa’s Sweet Shop. Phew, we are out of breath just writing that.
Tickets can be booked from the Conifox website, with the event running from November 25.
The Night Market at the Biscuit Factory
Described as a "One-Stop-Christmas-Shop", the The Night Market UK is making its way to the Biscuit Factory in Leith this month and will be "jam-packed with the cream of local designers, artisans, makers and vintage fashion" for you to peruse.
With over 70 stalls on offer, there will also be drinks, street food and live performances.
With prices starting at £4 per ticket which you can get from the Night Factory website, children under 12 are free and dogs are welcome too at the market which takes place on November 25.
Edinburgh Assembly Rooms Christmas Fair
Returning on December 3 and 4, The Edinburgh Assembly Rooms Christmas Fair runs from 10.30 am to 5 pm each day with 120 of the UK's finest Artists, Designers and Makers, all selling their own work.
Tickets are priced at £4 pp and you can get your tickets from the 3D2D website.
Edinburgh Christmas Santa Parade
Taking place on December 3 on Saunders Street in Stockbridge, the Edinburgh Santa Parade kicks off just after 10am with a pipe band leading the parade which includes the iconic Tunnock's van, Santa on his sleigh (complete with reindeer) and even a Shetland pony are all involved. Best of all it's free to attend.
Summerhall’s annual Christmas Market
Bigger and better than ever, the annual Christmas market will run over two days this year, December 3 and 4, instead of the usual one. Edinburgh and Scotland’s best independent makers as well as tasty food stands and entertainment will be on offer throughout the day.
Priced at £3, you can buy tickets at the door on the day.
Santa's Grotto at Edinburgh Zoo
Your kids will love the chance to meet Santa Claus and Mrs Claus and receive an exclusive early festive surprise, at this fun grotto at the heart of Edinburgh Zoo. Running from December 2 until the 24th, you can book the grotto over 10-minute time slots from 10:20am – 3:30pm. You can book your tickets from the Eventbrite website here.
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