Edinburgh International Festival

At venues across Edinburgh
📅 Friday 1 – Sunday 24 August 2026
🎟️ Tickets & programme via: eif.co.uk

The Edinburgh International Festival (EIF) is the city’s premier annual showcase of world-class music, theatre, opera and dance. Since 1947, it has drawn a global audience and exceptional artists to venues throughout Edinburgh.

Each year the festival presents a curated programme of high-calibre events: symphony orchestras, leading opera companies, contemporary theatre, ensemble dance, and cutting-edge interdisciplinary work.

The EIF acts not only as a celebration of artistry, but as a driver of cultural innovation, collaboration and global exchange.

Performances span historic halls like the Usher Hall and Festival Theatre, pop-up venues and unique spaces across the city. The EIF festival offers something for every taste: from grand opera to small-scale experimental work, renowned international companies to emerging Scottish talent.

With a mix of ticketed concerts, free outdoor events and lively late-night screenings/discussions, EIF remains an essential part of Edinburgh’s cultural calendar.

Key Offerings

• Music & Orchestra: International symphonies, chamber groups and contemporary ensembles.
• Opera & Vocal Performance: Ground-breaking productions, often with visual or theatrical innovation.
• Theatre & Dance: Presenting leading choreographers, playwrights and ensemble companies.
• Free & Community Events: Outdoor concerts, public art installations and festival fringe experiences.
• Education & Outreach: Workshops, talks and participatory installations for schools and the public.

Box Office & Info

• Website: eif.co.uk
• Box Office Phone: +44 (0)131 473 2000
• Email: info@eif.co.uk
• Festival Hub: The Hub, Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NE
• Tickets On-Sale: Festival programme launches each spring; early booking advised.
• X (Twitter): x.com/edintfest