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Events through the year that make an easy first or second date.

30 November

St Andrew's Day

Scotland's national day is a good excuse for a ceilidh, a Scottish meal or a local event. Suggest something easy and see where the evening goes.

Source: VisitScotland: St Andrew's Day, checked 9 November 2026

Mid November to early January

Edinburgh's Christmas markets

Edinburgh's Christmas markets run from 14 November 2026 to 3 January 2027, closed on Christmas Day. An evening wander with something warm to drink is a relaxed first date.

Source: VisitBritain: Christmas markets in Britain, checked 9 November 2026

25 January

Burns Night

Burns Suppers range from formal dinners to relaxed nights with live music and ceilidh dancing, ending with Auld Lang Syne. A ceilidh means everyone dances with everyone, which takes the pressure off.

Source: VisitScotland: Alloway Burns Night trip, checked 9 November 2026

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