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Special Events in the United Kingdom

Special Events in the United Kingdom

This events guide features all the information we have on events in the United Kingdom. The guide covers theatres featured on this website so you may wish to check local listings for any additional theatre tours available in the United Kingdom. Enjoy your event!



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Britannia Panopticon, Glasgow

Britannia Panopticon, Glasgow

United Kingdom: outside London


Open House Tours

Thu-Sat, 12pm-4pm

Open House Tours

The Britannia Panopticon is generally open Thursdays through Saturdays from 12pm to 4pm. Check with venue for special events and restrictions.

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Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

United Kingdom: outside London


Backstage Tour

7th February 2026, 10:30am

Backstage Tour

A great chance to go behind the scenes at the Festival Theatre; to see the workings of the theatre and walk down memory lane as we chat through the theatre’s fascinating history.

The Festival Theatre sits on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site and has played host to everyone from David Bowie to The Great Lafayette. Whether you’re interested in the history, the artform, or simply want to stand on stage this is a unique and fascinating trip to the theatre.

Includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the tour. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Tickets £15; £12 for under 16s; £2 off for Friends.

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Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

United Kingdom: outside London


Backstage Tour

11th February 2026, 10:30am

Backstage Tour

A great chance to go behind the scenes at the Festival Theatre; to see the workings of the theatre and walk down memory lane as we chat through the theatre’s fascinating history.

The Festival Theatre sits on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site and has played host to everyone from David Bowie to The Great Lafayette. Whether you’re interested in the history, the artform, or simply want to stand on stage this is a unique and fascinating trip to the theatre.

Includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the tour. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Tickets £15; £12 for under 16s; £2 off for Friends.

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Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

United Kingdom: outside London


Backstage Tour

7th March 2026, 10:30am

Backstage Tour

A great chance to go behind the scenes at the Festival Theatre; to see the workings of the theatre and walk down memory lane as we chat through the theatre’s fascinating history.

The Festival Theatre sits on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site and has played host to everyone from David Bowie to The Great Lafayette. Whether you’re interested in the history, the artform, or simply want to stand on stage this is a unique and fascinating trip to the theatre.

Includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the tour. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Tickets £15; £12 for under 16s; £2 off for Friends.

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Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

United Kingdom: outside London


Backstage Tour

4th April 2026, 10:30am

Backstage Tour

A great chance to go behind the scenes at the Festival Theatre; to see the workings of the theatre and walk down memory lane as we chat through the theatre’s fascinating history.

The Festival Theatre sits on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site and has played host to everyone from David Bowie to The Great Lafayette. Whether you’re interested in the history, the artform, or simply want to stand on stage this is a unique and fascinating trip to the theatre.

Includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the tour. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Tickets £15; £12 for under 16s; £2 off for Friends.

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Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

United Kingdom: outside London


Backstage Tour

8th April 2026, 10:30am

Backstage Tour

A great chance to go behind the scenes at the Festival Theatre; to see the workings of the theatre and walk down memory lane as we chat through the theatre’s fascinating history.

The Festival Theatre sits on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site and has played host to everyone from David Bowie to The Great Lafayette. Whether you’re interested in the history, the artform, or simply want to stand on stage this is a unique and fascinating trip to the theatre.

Includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the tour. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Tickets £15; £12 for under 16s; £2 off for Friends.

Click here to go to the event website. Link opens in new window

Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

United Kingdom: outside London


Backstage Tour

2nd May 2026, 10:30am

Backstage Tour

A great chance to go behind the scenes at the Festival Theatre; to see the workings of the theatre and walk down memory lane as we chat through the theatre’s fascinating history.

The Festival Theatre sits on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site and has played host to everyone from David Bowie to The Great Lafayette. Whether you’re interested in the history, the artform, or simply want to stand on stage this is a unique and fascinating trip to the theatre.

Includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the tour. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Tickets £15; £12 for under 16s; £2 off for Friends.

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Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

United Kingdom: outside London


Backstage Tour

6th June 2026, 10:30am

Backstage Tour

A great chance to go behind the scenes at the Festival Theatre; to see the workings of the theatre and walk down memory lane as we chat through the theatre’s fascinating history.

The Festival Theatre sits on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site and has played host to everyone from David Bowie to The Great Lafayette. Whether you’re interested in the history, the artform, or simply want to stand on stage this is a unique and fascinating trip to the theatre.

Includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the tour. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Tickets £15; £12 for under 16s; £2 off for Friends.

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Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

United Kingdom: outside London


Backstage Tour

24th June 2026, 10:30am

Backstage Tour

A great chance to go behind the scenes at the Festival Theatre; to see the workings of the theatre and walk down memory lane as we chat through the theatre’s fascinating history.

The Festival Theatre sits on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site and has played host to everyone from David Bowie to The Great Lafayette. Whether you’re interested in the history, the artform, or simply want to stand on stage this is a unique and fascinating trip to the theatre.

Includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the tour. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Tickets £15; £12 for under 16s; £2 off for Friends.

Click here to go to the event website. Link opens in new window

Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

United Kingdom: outside London


Backstage Tour

4th July 2026, 10:30am

Backstage Tour

A great chance to go behind the scenes at the Festival Theatre; to see the workings of the theatre and walk down memory lane as we chat through the theatre’s fascinating history.

The Festival Theatre sits on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site and has played host to everyone from David Bowie to The Great Lafayette. Whether you’re interested in the history, the artform, or simply want to stand on stage this is a unique and fascinating trip to the theatre.

Includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the tour. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Tickets £15; £12 for under 16s; £2 off for Friends.

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