Alice Cooper is set to play his only Scottish tour date in Edinburgh this evening, with plenty of other events on around the city today.
If you’re in the Scottish Capital exploring ahead of the Edinburgh Fringe or are perhaps at a loose end and looking for something to do, we have some suggestions to help keep you entertained.
From an intimate show by beloved comedian Kevin Bridges to a gig by legendary indie rock band Kasabian, here is what’s on in Edinburgh today (July 23).
5. Celebrity Organ Recital: James McVinnie at St Giles’ Cathedral
For those looking for something perhaps a little more relaxing, organist James McVinne will give the annual Herrick Bunney Memorial Recital at St Giles Cathedral. Sponsored by the Edinburgh Society of Organists, the performance will include compositions from Charles Villiers, William Byrd, Giles Swayne, J S Bach and Franz Liszt. | PA
6. All About Eve at the Grassmarket Community Picture House
With doors open every Wednesday at 7pm, the Grassmarket Community Picture House will be screening All About Eve (1950) for tonight’s film. The community cinema is at the Grassmarket Centre. | Google Maps
7. Edinburgh Folk and Food Festival
The Edinburgh Folk and Food Festival continues, with events on until July 27. As part of today’s line-up, there will be live cooking demonstrations and workshops at the Piccolo Kitchen from Nepalese street food favourites Choola and Pop Conscious with former Atrium head chef Steve, as well as a performance from Kris Drever and Chris Stout at Palais du Variété Speigeltent. In addition, there will be food vendors including Ting Thai, Korean Munchies, Chick + Pea and more. | Rhoda Morrison
8. This is How I Fight by Rosie Garland Launch at Lighthouse Bookshop
Poet, novelist and post-punk singer Rosie Garland will launch her latest collection with a poetry night at Lighthouse Bookshop in Edinburgh. She will be joined by Janette Ayachi, Vik Shirley and Jane Goldman. | Google Maps