Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2025

Buy your tickets for The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is proudly preparing to return to the Edinburgh Castle Esplanade in 2025 (1-24 August)

Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2025

Buy Tickets for The Royal Military Tattoo 2025 - 

2025 Tattoo: Stories - From Friday, 1 August 2025 to Saturday, 23 August 2025 - Edinburgh Castle Esplanade

Set against the backdrop of Edinburgh’s imposing castle, The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is one of the most iconic events in Edinburgh's calendar.  the Edinburgh Tattoo celebrates the skills and talents of military bands and display teams from throughout the world.

Audiences get into the spirit and stamp and cheer to the sounds of the military pipes and drums, clap to the Highland Dancers and watch in awe at some of the daredevil feats of accomplished motorcyclists or intricate marching formations. The sounds of the bands will be heard throughout the city, followed by the cheers of the audience, the roar of military jets flying over the city, and finally the glorious fireworks that colour the night sky

 

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Synopsis



The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is an annual series of military tattoos performed by British Armed Forces,
Commonwealth and international military bands, and artistic performance teams on the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle in the capital of Scotland.
The event is held each August as part of the Edinburgh Festival.

Their story begins almost seven decades ago and had humble beginnings. It was inspired by a simple show called 'Something About a Soldier' performed in 1949 at the Ross Bandstand.
The bandstand is still there, in Princes Street Gardens just below the Castle. Make sure to look out for it when you visit.
Lieutenant Colonel George Malcolm was the first Producer of The Edinburgh Tattoo.
He aimed to bring the Army's contribution to the Edinburgh International Festival to life.
From a modest event in a park to today’s global showcase at the Castle.

Important Information/ Admission Rules



There are no age restrictions at the Tattoo. Children of three years and under are admitted free of charge providing they remain seated on an adult's lap. Children of four years and over pay full price.

The duration of the performance lasts approximately 100 minutes with doors opening 45 minutes before the start time.
Spectators are advised to be seated at least 15 minutes before the performance begins.

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