Edinburgh International Children's Festival to Return in May 2027 with Nine Days of Performing Arts

World-Class Children's Theatre and Dance

Families and travellers planning a trip to Scotland can look forward to the Edinburgh International Children's Festival 2027, scheduled to take place from 29 May to 6 June 2027. The nine-day event is recognised for presenting innovative, high-quality theatre and dance designed specifically for young audiences, school groups, and families.

Featuring both Scottish and international productions, the festival serves as a global gathering for artists and arts programmers to meet, discuss, and discover new stage works. The lineup spans a wide selection of genres, including circus, dance, storytelling, and theatre.

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Highlights and Venues

The festival is celebrated for tackling meaningful themes—such as identity, mental health, gender, and war—in accessible, joyful, and visually engaging ways. Shows are staged across the city in local theatres and community centres.

Visitors can also look forward to the festival's traditional opening event: a dedicated family day featuring free pop-up performances held inside the National Museum of Scotland.