What's On in Edinburgh, October 2018

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This is Edinburgh in October Autumn is with us in Edinburgh and the air is becoming beautifully crisp while the leaves are turning gorgeous shades of orange and yellow. Summer may be behind us, but there's so much to do in the city at this time of year. Welcome to your October edition of the This is Edinburgh roundup, with everything you need to know to make the most out of Scotland's capital city this month. We're bringing you a run down of the top events happening across the city in our Guide to What's On in Edinburgh - and if you're after ideas for how to celebrate Halloween, look no further than our list of spooky yet frighteningly fun things going on in Edinburgh. Film buffs should check out our Edinburgh filming locations guide marking this month's Netflix release of Outlaw King, starring Chris Pine. Below you'll also find details of Social Bite's Sleep in the Park 2018 and Edinburgh Rugby's upcoming home game against RC Toulon. Read on to make the most of Edinburgh in October... What's on in Edinburgh this October There's lots happening in Edinburgh this month. Discover the mystical creatures that live beneath the waves at Sea Creatures: Life Beneath the Ocean. Sip, sample and socialise at Edinburgh Cocktail Week, or find your new favourite cup of joe at the Edinburgh Coffee Festival.  Art lovers shouldn't miss their last chance to explore Rembrandt: Britain's Discovery of the Master while things get a bit spooky later in the month with the annual celebration of Samhuinn, now at its new home on Calton Hill. Finally, get lost in a good tale at the Scottish International Storytelling Festival from 19-31 October.  Read about both of these events plus much more in our monthly what's on guide.  Frighteningly fun things to do in Edinburgh this Halloween Trick or treat? Halloween season is here and there are lots of fun events happening in Edinburgh to celebrate. From spooky séances and creepy underground tours to craft workshops and Puppy & Prosecco Parties, you are bound to find something to get you into the Halloween ‘spirit’ this October! Head on over to our website to find out what’s happening. Walk in the footsteps of the 'Outlaw King' Netflix’s hotly-anticipated historical epic Outlaw King hits screens everywhere on the 9th November – but did you know that many scenes from the film were shot in the Edinburgh city region? Trace the footsteps of Chris Pine as Robert the Bruce in these picture-perfect locations, easily accessible from Edinburgh city centre. Join thousands in Princes Street Gardens for Sleep in the Park Join Social Bite for Sleep in the Park, the world’s largest ever sleep-out event, where thousands of participants will sleep rough in the city centre with the aim of raising £4m to bring 800 rough sleepers off the streets across Scotland. Edinburgh's sleep out will take place in West Princes Street Gardens on Saturday 8 December, including a spectacular live concert with rare acoustic performances from the likes of Amy MacDonald and KT Tunstall. It’s not too late to sign up, so hit the button below and secure your place now. This content is sponsored by Social Bite. Edinburgh Rugby all set to take on RC Toulon French powerhouse RC Toulon will be in the Capital for the first Heineken Champions Cup tie to be played at Scotland’s national stadium in over four years. In what is set to be an emphatic showdown between Edinburgh Rugby and Richard Cockerill's former club, this is a fixture you will definitely want to see! Edinburgh kick off their Heineken Champions Cup campaign this month with an away trip to Montpellier next Saturday, before French giants Toulon pay a visit to the capital on Saturday 20 October. Hit the button below to book your place at this unmissable match. This content is sponsored by Edinburgh Rugby This is Edinburgh 26 Frederick Street Edinburgh EH2 2JR edinburgh.org/privacy