What's On in Edinburgh
Wednesday 28 October 2026 · This weekend · City guide
Edinburgh on Wednesday 28 October is a city wearing its most theatrical face, with something thrilling waiting at every turn — from afternoon nostalgia to late-night Halloween madness. Whether you are after tear-up-your-ticket joy, spine-tingling laughs, or a dance floor that does not quit until the small hours, this midweek slate is anything but ordinary. Button up your coat, Edinburgh: the night has big plans for you.
Highlights
Rollers Forever | Kings Theatre Edinburgh — The Bay City Rollers were Edinburgh's greatest gift to tartan-draped, chart-topping pop hysteria, and Rollers Forever brings all that era-defining energy back to the magnificent Kings Theatre for not one but two performances — a matinee at 2:30pm and an evening show at 7:30pm. Whether you lived through the original Rollermania or you are simply a curious newcomer to that era of irresistible chorus lines and Saturday Night singalongs, this is an afternoon or evening of pure, uncut joy in one of the city's most beautiful venues. Grab a ticket for whichever show suits your Wednesday — check the website for pricing and availability.

Jay Park Ft. LNGSHOT — Jay Park is one of the most dynamic figures in Korean-American hip-hop and R&B, a genuine crossover force who has built a fiercely loyal following on both sides of the Atlantic, and the Edinburgh Corn Exchange is an atmospheric, cavernous space perfectly suited to this kind of high-energy live show. Doors and performance at 7:00pm, this is the kind of night that reminds you why live music is irreplaceable — the bass in your chest, the crowd moving as one, the moment an artist you have only heard through headphones suddenly fills an entire room. Check the website for ticket prices and do not sleep on this one.

The Comedy Cellar Edinburgh Live Stand-Up Comedy — Tucked inside The Canons Gait on the Royal Mile, The Comedy Cellar has a well-earned reputation for delivering proper, no-frills stand-up in an intimate setting where the laughs hit that little bit harder. Kicking off at 8:00pm for just £12, it is one of the best-value midweek decisions you can make — a room full of strangers brought together by the sheer relief of a great punchline. Arrive early, grab a drink, and let someone else do the heavy lifting on the funniest night of your week.

Frat House of Horrors! 28th October — Three days before Halloween and Shanghai Club is already in full monster mode, throwing open its doors at 10:30pm for a Frat House of Horrors night that promises the kind of deliriously fun, costume-encouraged chaos that makes Edinburgh's nightlife scene so special. Entry is between £0 and £7 depending on when you arrive, which makes this one of the most accessible late-night options in the city — dust off the fancy dress, gather your most committed friends, and head into the dark. It is going to be gloriously unhinged in the best possible way.
Full listings
| Event | Venue | Time | Price | Link | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Live Music | |||||
| Jay Park Ft. LNGSHOT | Edinburgh Corn Exchange | 7:00pm | Check website | Tickets | |
| Nightlife | |||||
| Frat House of Horrors! 28th October | Shanghai Club | 10:30pm | £0–£7 | Tickets | |
| Comedy | |||||
| The Comedy Cellar Edinburgh Live Stand-Up Comedy | The Canons Gait | 8:00pm | £12 | Tickets | |
| Arts & Theatre | |||||
| Rollers Forever | Kings Theatre Edinburgh | 2:30pm | Check website | Tickets | |
| Rollers Forever | Kings Theatre Edinburgh | 7:30pm | Check website | Tickets | |