Edinburgh

Nightlife

Edinburgh’s queer life flourishes around the Pink Triangle near Broughton Street, blending tradition with progressive creativity. The city’s Pride events and queer arts presence are integral to its identity as Scotland’s cultural heart.

A free entry event held on Tuesday at Infinity Nightclub, offering a lively midweek dance experience.

Infinity Nightclub

Midweek Madness at Infinity Nightclub

A pride event focusing on solidarity and community strength, held at Scottish Trades Union Congress in Bridgeton.

LE MONDE

Pride, Power & Solidarity

Join the Boozy Brushes Drag Sip and Paint Party at LE MONDE in Edinburgh. The event runs weekly from April 5, 2025, to March 28, 2026, every Saturday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Participants can enjoy a fun, beginner-friendly painting session guided by a drag queen, with all supplies provided. Attendees can also purchase drinks at the bar and take home their own masterpiece. The venue is located at 16 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2PF.

Boozy Brushes, Drag Sip and Paint, Edinburgh

A singles-only drag night hosted at The Wee Red Bar in Edinburgh, designed to be warm, welcoming, and inclusive. The event features drag hosting and performances, music, dancing, and space for socializing without pressure. It's aimed at single people of all genders and orientations, offering an opportunity for flirting, friendship, or just a fun night out with other queer-friendly singles. The event takes place on Saturday, 28 February 2026, from 20:00 to 00:00, with last entry at 20:30.

The Wee Red Bar

This is not a tragedy - Singles Drag Night

This is not a Tragedy

A free entry event happening on Tuesday at Infinity Nightclub, offering a lively midweek dance experience.

Join us for themed drag sip and paint sessions at LE MONDE.

CC Blooms

Boozy Brushes, Drag Sip and Paint, Edinburgh at LE MONDE

Come along to sip, paint and enjoy some cheeky drag chat with themed events each week at LE MONDE.

Boozy Brushes, Drag Sip and Paint at LE MONDE

An event featuring casual drag performances, Grogg, and Vexations at Leith Depot Bar in Edinburgh. The event starts at 19:00 and runs until 22:30 on March 28, 2026. Tickets are available online, and the venue offers a casual dress code with a capacity of 60 people.

Leith

Casual Drag, Grogg & Vexations at Leith Depot

Experience a high-energy drag show featuring Cherry West, known for bold looks, sharp humor, and iconic performances. The event promises a night of glitter, glamour, and electrifying entertainment with jaw-dropping costumes, witty banter, and pop anthems. Attendees can expect confidence, comedy, and crowd-pleasing moments in a lively atmosphere suitable for those 18 and over.

Dalkeith Miners Club

Cherry West - Drag Show

An event featuring drag bingo and live vocal performances, scheduled to take place at The Village East Calder in East Calder. The event is for attendees aged 18 and over, starting at 15:00 on April 5, 2026.

The Village East Calder

Rita Riot Drag Bingo & Live Vocal Show

A deep & full-bodied DRAGLESQUE variety show. Imagine a venn diagram between drag and burlesque and it’s the section in the middle which is rhinestoned, wearing too much eyeshadow, and spinning tassels from multiple body parts. This will be our 32nd edition, now in our 7th year, with a unique show, new lineup and freshly popped sparkling spectacular every single time baby. It’s a proven vintage of UK cabaret which I’m so proud and honoured to present to you. An all-star cast of drag, burlesque and cabaret artists will join me for a night as genderfunk, sequins, parody, tease, flying items of clothing and a cabaret extravaganza that’ll ruin your carpet.

Colours Hoxton

Cabaret Sauvignon

Dolly Trolley

A drag and burlesque variety show featuring glamorous performances, parody, tease, and cabaret acts.

Queer Nightlife in Edinburgh

Today

Midweek Madness at Infinity Nightclub

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Pride, Power & Solidarity

Boozy Brushes, Drag Sip and Paint, Edinburgh

This is not a tragedy - Singles Drag Night

Take Edinburgh's queer scene with you

Saturday, February 28, 2026

This is not a Tragedy

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Midweek Madness at Infinity Nightclub

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Midweek Madness at Infinity Nightclub

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Boozy Brushes, Drag Sip and Paint, Edinburgh at LE MONDE

Saturday, March 21, 2026

Boozy Brushes, Drag Sip and Paint at LE MONDE

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Casual Drag, Grogg & Vexations at Leith Depot

Saturday, April 4, 2026

Cherry West - Drag Show

Sunday, April 5, 2026

Rita Riot Drag Bingo & Live Vocal Show

Friday, April 10, 2026

Cabaret Sauvignon

Take Edinburgh's queer scene with you