August 31/September1Edinburgh
Mela
Expect a lively collection of events (Bhangra, multicultural
fashion shows, rickshaw rides) as the Asian community gets
festive down in Pilrig Park.
October 30Samhuinn
More of a one-off event Samhuinn literally means
"summer's end" in Scots. Organised by the same
people behind Beltane.
December (early)Edinburgh's
Capital Christmas Winter festival, introduced in 2000,
aimed at bringing festive cheer to Christmas shoppers.
Includes details of the German Christmas market, light
locations, shops and daily calendar.