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FilmListen to The Cineskinny podcast!
The Cineskinny is the film review podcast from The Skinny – on this week's episode, the team discuss Disclosure Day, Blue Heron and other films about memory, and our upcoming screening of Gregg Araki's Nowhere at Glasgow Film Theatre Read more »| 03 Feb 2022 -
FestivalsCharli xcx horror Faces of Death to close EIFF Midnight Madness
Daniel Goldhaber’s meta slasher retooling 70s cult classic Faces of Death will close Edinburgh Film Festival’s late-night horror strand. It stars Barbie Ferreira, Dacre Montgomery and the prolific Charli xcx Read more »| 26 Jun 2026 -
MusicArooj Aftab @ Usher Hall, Edinburgh, 24 Jun
Arooj Aftab's spellbinding tales only grow in grandeur when accompanied by the London Contemporary Orchestra Read more »| 26 Jun 2026 -
FilmMatt Johnson and Jay McCarrol on Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie
Hidden cameras, smuggled pliers and time travel; in Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie, Matt Johnson and Jay McCarrol have spliced together what’s likely the funniest, and definitely the most interesting, comedy of 2026 Read more »| 26 Jun 2026 -
MusicLiving It Up: A guide to Edinburgh's live music scene
From community-focused and record label-hosted events to massive outdoor gigs and everything in-between, Edinburgh's music scene is actually pretty damn good Read more »| 25 Jun 2026 -
Things To DoGet The June 2026 Issue of The Skinny!
Looking for a copy of our June 2026 magazine? Here's where to find one in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Dundee Read more »| 06 Jan 2026
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MusicThe Skinny's Guide to Edinburgh's Gig Venues
From 100 capacity sweatboxes and grassroots spaces to concert halls and stadiums – big and small, Edinburgh's got it all Read more »| 25 Jun 2026 -
MusicSpotlight On... GAÏA
Following the release of their debut single Big Girls, and ahead of a slot on our stage at Kelburn Garden Party next weekend, we catch up with GAÏA Read more »| 25 Jun 2026 -
Things To DoA Brief Guide to Edinburgh's August Festivals
The month of many festivals – Edinburgh is transformed into the performing arts hub of the world as the Fringe and International Festival arrive alongside the International Book Festival, Art Festival and International Film Festival Read more »| 25 Jun 2026 -
BooksWord on the Street: A guide to literary Edinburgh
Book lovers rejoice – Edinburgh has you covered. From museums and libraries to monuments and bookshops, Scotland's capital well earns its status as the world's first UNESCO City of Literature Read more »| 25 Jun 2026 -
MusicThe Skinny's Guide to Edinburgh's Record Shops
From A to V, here are ten of Edinburgh's independent record shops worth visiting while you're in town Read more »| 24 Jun 2026 -
Things To DoHeads Up: 16 things to do in Edinburgh this summer
You know about the big hitter tourist attractions but what do Edinburgh residents love about living here? We asked the team to share their essential, cannot-be-missed recommendations for the city Read more »| 24 Jun 2026
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FestivalsThe Skinny's Edinburgh Fringe Personality Test
Feeling overwhelmed by the sheer scale of the Fringe programme? Looking for some recommendations tailor-made to fit your tastes? We're here to help, with this extremely accurate and scientific personality test Read more »| 23 Jun 2026 -
BooksSkin Contact by Elisa Faison
A married couple decide to open up their relationship in this timely exploration of non-monogamy, parenthood and intimacy Read more »| 23 Jun 2026 -
MusicHelen Svoboda – Headwater
The Finnish/Australian experimentalist takes us on a descent into dream logic on Headwater Read more »| 23 Jun 2026 -
BooksHello Limerence by Momo Yamaguchi
Momo Yamaguchi's debut novel paints obsession in all its gruesome glory Read more »| 23 Jun 2026