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Nutcracker Suite and Rachmaninov at Christmas by Candlelight — Quick Facts
Enjoy an exceptional candlelit classical concert this Christmas in the stunning setting of Edinburgh's New Town Church of Scotland.
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The Details
Everything you need before the gig
DateTuesday, 1 December 2026
Doors19:30
EntryTBA
AgesAll ages
Where
Edinburgh New Town Church Of ScotlandCity Centre Edinburgh EH2 2PA
About this venue
Edinburgh New Town Church Of Scotland hosts grass-roots gigs in Edinburgh. Capacity, age policy and door fee vary per night — check the details panel above. Find Edinburgh New Town Church Of Scotland online
Highlights
Entry TBA
No specs listed
Classical
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Nutcracker Suite and Rachmaninov at Christmas by Candlelight are playing Edinburgh New Town Church Of Scotland in Edinburgh on Tuesday, 1 December 2026. Doors open at 19:30, with the night wrapping by 21:15. Expect Classical. This listing is part of the Edinburgh grass-roots gig directory — browse more upcoming Edinburgh gigs there.
Enjoy an exceptional candlelit classical concert this Christmas in the stunning setting of Edinburgh's New Town Church of Scotland.
Venue: Edinburgh New Town Church Of Scotland, Edinburgh
VenueEdinburgh New Town Church Of Scotland, Edinburgh
The Artist — Nutcracker Suite and Rachmaninov at Christmas by Candlelight
Nutcracker Suite and Rachmaninov at Christmas by Candlelight headlines this Edinburgh gig on Tuesday, 1 December 2026. Listening before the night helps you decide if the bill matches your taste — expect Classical across the set.
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Nutcracker Suite and Rachmaninov at Christmas by Candlelight is at Edinburgh New Town Church Of Scotland, Edinburgh EH2 2PA.
Doors 19:30, set ends around 21:15 on Tuesday, 1 December 2026.
Entry price isn't listed. Most grass-roots gigs are pay-on-the-door — bring £5–£15 cash to be safe, or check the venue's socials for advance tickets.
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