Library events
Our calendar page lists details of one-off events for adults hosted by libraries.
For details of regular events such as book groups and children's activities at a specific library visit the library's page or follow them on Facebook.
August 2026
Music on the Mezzanine with Eric Yin Yu and Friends
Edinburgh-based Hong Kong musicians present music connected to Hong Kong, including works by Hong Kong composers and beloved Cantopop songs.
Saturday 29 August at 1pm
Mezzanine
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
September 2026
Read Round with local award-winning writer Bashabi Fraser
Do you enjoy good literature? Join like-minded people in a special session where you can discover and discuss inspiring fiction, non-fiction and poetry.
This event will be faciliated by local award-winning writer and poet, Bashabi Fraser, CBE, a Royal Literary Fund Associate Fellow and is funded by the Royal Literary Fund.
Friday 11 September 2026 from 11.30 am to 1pm
Granton Library
29 Wardieburn Terrace
EH5 1DD
or phone Granton Library on 0131 529 5630.
Music on the Mezzanine with Merry Ukes
Merry Ukes is a friendly ukulele band based in Macmerry, East Lothian. We always enjoy a visit from a ukulele band and enjoy a good sing-a-long.
Saturday 12 September at 1pm
Mezzanine
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
Music on the Mezzaine with Majk Stokes
Majk Stokes is an Edinburgh-based singer-songwriter, poet, musician. His subject matter takes in everything from archaeology and Celtic festivals to vegetables and superheroes. He has recorded three studio albums and self-published two books of poetry.
Saturday 26 September at 1pm
Mezzanine
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
October 2026
Music on the Mezzanine with Edinburgh University Early Music Ensemble
The Edinburgh University Early Music Ensemble is an up-and-coming new ensemble in central Edinburgh. With a flexible makeup which includes winds, strings, vocals, percussion and brass, the ensemble's repertoire consists of original arrangements of music from the European Medieval and Renaissance periods.
Saturday 10 October at 1pm
Mezzanine
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
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Music on the Mezzanine with November Group
November Group is a string quartet, which was created to perform 'Fragments In Time', a suite of compositions by Paul Research. The suite is inspired by 20th century modern classical and synthesised music. This is only their fourth public performance of Fragments.
November Group wishes to thank the Central Music Library for its support and the use of its resources.
Saturday 24 October at 1pm
Mezzanine
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
November 2026
Music on the Mezzanine with Bristo Community Concert Band
From the best in movies, to swing and big band, via some popular surprises - you can expect to enjoy some fantastic music from Bristo Community Concert Band.
BCCB are a non-auditioning concert band of 40+ regular players based in Edinburgh. Their aim is to encourage as many people as possible to enjoy playing music as much as they do.
Saturday 7 November at 1pm
Mezzanine
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
Music on the Mezzanine with Edinburgh Mandolin and Guitar Ensemble
The Edinburgh Mandolin and Guitar Orchestra (EMGO) is a plucked string orchestra of mandolins, mandolas, classical guitar and bass. Their repertoire of light classical, film and world music is drawn from many countries and traditions.
Saturday 21 November at 1pm
Mezzanine
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
December 2026
Music on the Mezzanine with Sangstream Scots Folk Choir
Sangstream are an Edinburgh-based community choir led by acclaimed Scottish traditional musician Corrina Dawn (Hewat). For almost 30 years they've been entertaining audiences with an enchanting variety of (mostly) Scots folk songs, both contemporary and traditional, some well known and others less so.
Saturday 5 December at 1pm
Mezzanine
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
Music on the Mezzanine with Simmerdim
Simmerdim is an Edinburgh-based a cappella trio; named after the long summer twilight in the far North of Scotland, when the sun briefly dips below the horizon and it is never truly dark.
Simmerdim sing original arrangements of an eclectic mix of traditional and contemporary songs at festivals, in cafes, at book launches, house concerts and other events.
Saturday 12 Decemmber at 1pm
Mezzanine
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG
Music on the Mezzanine with Little Big Horns
Little Big Horns is a saxophone quartet made up of five regular members (plus special guests on occasion), who bring a depth of musical talent and experience with them.
Little Big Horns are based in Edinburgh and are a group who enjoy each other's company and playing a wide range of music. From jazz to the charts, swinging past classical and TV/film along the way, variety and fun are the only constants.
Saturday 19 December at 1pm
Mezzanine
Central Library
George IV Bridge
EH1 1EG