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It’s been half a century since a Turkish orchestra toured the UK, so it was a real pleasure yesterday to host the dazzling Borusan Istanbul Philharmonic Orchestra. We can't wait to have them back one day. 📸 by Greg Macvean

Just announced!. Check out this year's @edintfest performances here at the Usher Hall. Highlights below with many more to see here: Save the dates and join us for an unforgettable experience. #EdinburghInternationalFestival

Not long until we welcome Chris Hoy!. 🗓️ Tuesday 1 April, 7.30pm. Book now:

An Evening With Sir Chris Hoy.🗓️ Tue 1 Apr, 7.30pm. There will be 100 limited opportunities for Meet and Greet pre show for photos and signatures. Don’t miss out!. Book now:

Edinburgh's own Hamish Hawk takes to the stage with his mighty band this Saturday 22 February - we can't wait! ✨. Here is a more intimate performance from our Tremolo series, available in full on our YouTube page:

Experience the unique energy of the Borusan Istanbul Philharmonic Orchestra when Italian conductor Carlo Tenan launches this concert with Schubert’s gripping 8th Symphony. 📆 Sunday 6 April. Book now:

The Ultimate evening with Sir Chris Hoy LIVE on stage. The evening will be full of fantastic stories from the 11-time world champion and a six-time Olympic champion. 🗓️ Tue 1 Apr . Book now:

Due to the red weather warning issued by the Met Office, the Usher Hall will be closed on Friday 24 January. Our top priority is ensuring the safety of our visitors, artists, colleagues, and staff. Thank you for your understanding and stay safe.

"A winner from start to finish" Bachtrack. A roof-raising performance from the German National Youth Orchestra on the final night of their tour. Britten, Gershwin and Holst played with such fearless passion!. Photos by Greg Macvean

JUST ANNOUNCED // The ultimate evening with Sir Chris Hoy live on stage. The evening will be full of fantastic stories from the 11-time world champion and a six-time Olympic champion. Tickets on sale starts Thursday 16th January, 10am. Book here:

Scottish Jazz meets the Cosmos! 🪐. Experience the next evolution of Scottish jazz with the SNJO's Nu-Age Sounds, featuring original jazz by Scotland's brightest young stars. 📆 Fri 31 Jan 2025. Book tickets:

Merry Christmas from Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of The Dubliners! Direct from the West End, the ultimate feel-good Irish show comes to Usher Hall on Sunday 16 March 2025. Check out the exclusive video from the creator, Ged Graham 👇 . Book tickets:

JUST ANNOUNCED // Gary Barlow brings his Songbook Tour to the Usher Hall on Thursday 29 May 2025, a huge celebration of his illustrious four-decade-spanning career. Tickets go on sale on Friday 29 November at 9:30am from our website:

🎁 Looking to give the perfect Christmas present? Choose the gift of a live event with our gift vouchers! Whether it's music, comedy or chat, any amount can be put towards tickets for all events currently on sale. To secure your voucher visit our website:

There's still time to grab tickets for viral sensations The Vintage Explosion and now for a reduced price of £23.10 (incl. booking fee). 📆 Sat 9 Nov. Book now:

Discover Scotland's National Whisky Festival for its debut Edinburgh edition at The Biscuit Factory in Leith on 26 October. Tickets here:

Global star Rick Astley announces very special big band concert this December. 🎫 Pre-sale access from Thurs 10 Oct to those who pre-order Rick's new book 'Never: The Autobiography' by 3pm on Wed 9 Oct: General on-sale starts Fri 11 Oct at 10am.

This November sees the return of The Forth Awards with OT!. The ceremony recognises those living in our community as well as some of the biggest names in music and entertainment. 📆 Thu 14 Nov . Book tickets now:

The songs of Anna B Savage are full of vulnerability and power - catch her on our Tremolo series now. Full video: