Living In Haddington

Live Music: Bombskare + Fright Years
2026-02-21 19:30 - 22:30 UTC | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
Haddstock are partnering with The Brunton to produce a series of concerts at Haddington Corn Exchange in 2025-26 with the aim of bringing a high calibre, interesting and eclectic showcase of artists and bands to East Lothian.
On Sat 21st Feb we’ll host host Bombskare supported by Fright Years and the event will be opened by Atometal; prize winners from ELJam’s East Lothian secondary schools Battle of The Bands 2025.
You can find out more about each artist and book tickets here: https://www.thebrunton.co.uk/latest-news/2025/march/haddstock-partnership/

Bombskare
2026-02-21 19:30 - 22:00 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
Bombskare is Scotland’s premier ska juggernaut, renowned for their high-octane performances, crackerjack timing and impeccable dress sense. One of the tightest live bands in the UK, Bombskare has been delivering infectious, energy-packed ska for a quarter of a century. Blending classic Jamaican ska beats with punk, rock, and a twisted dose of dark humour, they’ve been a staple on the UK festival circuit for decades.
With support from Fright Years
Fright Years are one of the UK’s most exciting new acts. Their debut EP Still Life — produced by Theo Verney (Lime Garden, English Teacher) — has dropped to critical acclaim, pairing raw emotion with Juliette Kelly’s genre-blurring vocals and a driving backdrop of 90s/00s-inspired guitars, drums and bass. It’s fearless, it’s urgent, and it hits like it matters.
‘The kind of choruses that any arena-sized band would be proud of’ – Tenement TV
Atometal will be the additional support band from the East Lothian secondary schools, Battle of the Bands competition.
The Brunton and Haddstock have partnered to produce a series of concerts at Haddington Corn Exchange in 2025-26 with the aim of bringing a high calibre, interesting and eclectic showcase of artists and bands to East Lothian.

Michael McGoldrick, John McCusker & John Doyle
2026-02-20 19:30 - 22:00 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
Michael McGoldrick, John McCusker and John Doyle have shared stages and recording studios with everyone from Bob Dylan and Mark Knopfler to Paul Weller, Joan Baez and Linda Thompson. With their vast repertoire Mike, John and John are a rare musical treat you’ll savour for a very long time.
“A sparklingly tight programme…an excellent sound balance…never tiresome” The Scotsman
“It takes a lifetime of playing to sound as effortless as these guys”
The Herald
“What an absolute pleasure to share in their warmth, intimacy and richly talented company” Folking.com

Christmas Party Nights at the Maitlandfield House Hotel
2025-12-12 18:15 - 23:00 | Maitlandfield Hotel, 24 Sidegate, Haddington, EH41 4BZ
Christmas Party nights on
12th, 19th and 20th December

Christmas Party Nights at the Maitlandfield House Hotel
2025-12-12 18:15 - 23:00 | Maitlandfield Hotel, 24 Sidegate, Haddington, EH41 4BZ
Upcoming Christmas Party Nights at the Maitlandfield House Hotel
12th December
19th December
20th December

Haddington Christmas Lighting and Market
2025-11-23 13:00 - 18:00 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
Haddington 2025 Christmas Lighting and Market!
This years event will take place on Sunday, 23 November, from 1PM – 6PM at the Haddington Corn Exchange.
There will be market stalls, music, Christmas lighting, and holiday cheer!

Haddington Ice Hockey Night
2025-11-22 18:30 - 21:00 | Murrayfield Ice Rink, 13 Riversdale Crescent, Edinburgh, EH12 5XN
The first ever Haddington Ice Hockey Night at Murrayfield Ice Arena!
The event will take place on Saturday, 22 November, 6:30PM. The Edinburgh Capitals will be playing the Aberdeen Lynx. Tickets available now, https://app.fanbaseclub.com/Fan/Tickets/SelectType?fixtureId=13275 , get them now before they sell out!!!
Haddington residents get £12 tickets (with the promo code*) which includes free 1 hour of skating after the game, free skate hire after the game, and skating with the Caps after the game!
PROMO CODE: HADD
*Haddington residents only – please bring a valid ID with a Haddington address

The Mysterious Case of the Victorian Female Detective
2025-11-20 19:30 - 20:30 | Holy Trinity Church, Church Street, Haddington
A presentation for Haddington’s History Society by Sara Lodge, Professor of nineteenth-century literature and culture at the University of St Andrews, author and regular contributor for the Scotsman, the Times Literary Supplement and the Wall Street Journal.
Many people imagine that women played no part at all in Victorian policing and that women private eyes in the nineteenth century are purely imaginary. Prof Lodge’s talk will reveal the surprising world of the real Victorian female detective. Exploring the lives of women who worked with the police and with private enquiry agencies , it will show how important women were both to law enforcement and to solving personal mysteries. One of these cases took place at Colstoun House, Haddington in 1897…and led to a trial in which the lady detective and her aristocratic employer fought a very public courtroom battle. Reflecting on how much the Victorians enjoyed — as we do today — the spectacle of a feisty, fist-swinging female sleuth in the theatre, She will consider the differences between myth and reality, and why the truth about the Victorian female detective lay hidden for so long.

Simon Yates of Touching The Void - My Mountain Life
2025-11-14 19:30 - 22:00 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
Simon Yates is best known for his role in the harrowing expedition to the Andes documented in Joe Simpson’s bestseller Touching the
Void.
Following that experience in Peru, Simon has been increasingly drawn to places where few others have trod. This talk features spectacular images and film from some of the most remote and rarely visited
mountain ranges of the world. From the Arctic to the Antarctic and Alaska to Central Asia – there is hardly a significant range that Simon has not visited.
Share with him the drama, excitement and beauty of modern, lightweight alpinism. Told with wit and dry humour, lavishly illustrated with images and film collected on his great climbs.
A fascinating and humorous evening, acclaimed by both theatre patrons and outdoor enthusiasts alike!

MacFloyd
2025-11-01 19:30 - 22:00 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
MacFloyd (Scotland’s Pink Floyd) bring their new show for 2025 to the Corn Exchange celebrating the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s classic Wish You Were Here album.
The band will perform it in its entirety, as well as other classics from the Floyd back catalogue, in over two hours of timeless music and impressive visuals.

Totally Tina
2025-10-31 19:30 - 22:00 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
Come shake a tail feather with the UK’s supreme Tina – Justine Riddoch, and her talented cast. This breath taking recreation of a live Tina Turner concert celebrates the Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll’s incredible songbook.
Early hits, including Proud Mary, River Deep – Mountain High and Nutbush City Limits, earned Tina a no-holds-barred reputation for fearsome live performances. While Eighties anthems We Don’t Need Another Hero, Simply the Best, What’s Love Got to Do With It, I Don’t Wanna Lose You, and When the Heartache is Over propelled the songstress to stadium concert stardom.
Supported by her fabulous band, and dazzling dancing girls in sequins, feathers and diamonds, Justine recreates those famed live performances.
The SUPREME Tina, a regular National Tribute Awards winner since 2013, she’s got the looks, she’s got the moves, and she’s definitely got those legs, but most of all, she’s got THE voice.
Join an army of loyal fans for a truly authentic, fun-packed musical spectacular!

Halloween Fancy Dress Pavement Parade and Party
2025-10-31 18:15 - 20:30 | Nungate Community Centre
🎃 A Halloween night made just for kids! Get your wee ones dressed up and join our Children’s Halloween Pavement Parade through the town. Then head towards the Nungate Community Centre for a party with spooky stories, friendly face painting, games, music and prizes. A safe, happy night out for the whole family.
Tickets are £2 and include entrance to the party (under 12s only + guardian), a party bag and an LED foam stick to use during the parade that will be theirs to keep.Parents/guardians don’t need a ticket.
To get tickets, email haddingtoncentraltra@gmail.com or contact the Nungate Gala Committee.

Haddington Shop Light Up For Xmas
2025-10-27 08:00 - 2025-11-22 08:00 | Haddington
Head out and see all the decorated shop fronts around Haddington!
Decorate your shop fronts for xmas!
Judging will take place on Saturday, 22 November

Session A9
2025-10-26 19:30 - 22:00 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
Now in their 21st year, Session A9, have earned their reputation as one of the best live bands in the country. Previous winners of Best Live Act at The Scottish Traditional Music Awards, Na Trads, and shortlisted for Best Album with their new release The Magic Roundabout.
Band members also play key roles in Capercaillie, Nordic Fiddlers Bloc, Fiddler’s Bid, Croft No 5 and The Treacherous Orchestra.
Featuring Kevin Henderson, Adam Sutherland, Charlie Mckerron and Gordon Gunn on fiddles, David “Chimp” Robertson on percussion, Marc Clement on guitar and vocals, and Brian McAlpine on keyboards, this will certainly be a night to remember.
“Playing with zest, finesse, harmonic sensitivity and an element of cheek and mischief.” The Times
“The best band to come out of Scotland in a hundred years.” Dougie MacLean

A DAY IN THE WOODS
2025-10-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Private Woodland
Outdoor woodland events for adults in Haddington in late October.
Woodland Skills
Nature Connection
Wellbeing

And Finally - Phil Collins
2025-10-18 19:30 - 22:00 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
Chris O’Connell brings the charisma and style of the man who fronted Genesis and sold over 150 million albums world-wide in his magnificent solo career. This award winning five-star production delivers a high energy show packed full of hits including, In The Air Tonight, Another Day In Paradise and Sussudio along with a visible touch of Genesis.
Come and experience this world class 9-piece band, two drum kits and the esteemed And Finally Horns.
“A great show and a brilliant night out” Simon Bates (Radio 1 & Top of The Pops)

Superfan | Stuntman
2025-10-17 19:30 - 21:00 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
He says they made my hands into bombs.
I’m waiting for him to say ‘you don’t have to do this, it’s ok. You don’t have to do this.’
Instead he says, ‘Jump on the spot. You’re shaking. We can’t let them see that you’re shaking.’
Stuntman is a new performance for anyone who has ever enjoyed a violent action movie (but felt a bit weird about it). It is an intensely physical, funny and tender duet by two men who wrestle with their relationship to violence – both onscreen and off.
Fusing the Pow! Biff! and Wallop! of over-the-top stunt fights with personal stories of real encounters with violence from the performers’ lives, Stuntman explores the relationship between violence and masculinity, and the impact this has on our perceptions of men.
A fun and heartfelt show which is silly but caring and asks important questions about violence in action movies and violence in real life, how young men relate to it, and how it makes them feel.
“A gripping, galvanising hour of dance, athleticism and autobiography that might shock, surprise, even seduce.” The Arts Desk
Running time 1h 5m
Recommended for ages 14 plus – strong language and adult themes. For detailed content warnings click here.

East Lothian in the Early Middle Ages, AD 400-1100
2025-10-16 19:30 - 20:30 | Holy Trinity Church, Church Street, Haddington
An illustrated talk for Haddington’s History Society by Tim Clarkson, reputed Historian & Author.
The period from the end of Roman rule in Britain to the final phase of the Viking Age was a turbulent one for the inhabitants of what is now East Lothian. Tim Clarkson’s talk traces the story of East Lothian through this volatile era, highlighting important historical events while touching on related topics such as archaeology, language and place names.

Artie's Singing Kettle - Halloween
2025-10-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
Bring your Halloween spirit and don your most creative costume for a show bursting with magic and merriment. Solve brand-new spooky Singing Kettle mysteries, and sing along with favourites like Bunny Fou Fou, The Ghost Hunt, and the hilarious Ye Cannae Shove Yer Granny Aff the Bus.
Celebrate the season with fun that’s enchanting for kids and entertaining for adults – nothing too spooky, we promise!
Nostalgia for adults, singalong fun for kids.
“Artie’s still got it” Daily Record
Recommended for ages 3-10 years.

The Big Comedy Roadshow - with Felicity Ward
2025-10-10 19:30 - 22:00 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
Star of The Office (Australia), Felicity Ward headlines this season following appearances on Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week and The Stand-Up Sketch Show.
Joining her for a hilarious night of comedy is fellow Live at the Apollo star Brennan Reece, one of the Scottish comedy circuits best loved acts Ross Leslie and Glasgow’s own, So You Think You’re Funny? 2024 winner, Alana Jackson.
Hosting the show is Amy Matthews, best known from appearances on Scot Squad and Comedy Central live, who’ll be bringing her signature whimsical comedy to the stage.
“A gloriously entertaining stand-up at the top of their game” Evening Standard on Felicity Ward
“Drily funny and giddily quirky.” The Scotsman on Amy Matthews
Ages 16 plus only, strong language.

Nik Kershaw Musings and Lyrics
2025-10-09 19:30 - 22:00 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
Nik Kershaw exploded onto the UK pop scene in 1984. A string of global hit singles including Wouldn’t It Be Good, The Riddle, and I Won’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me stayed in the UK Singles Chart for 62 weeks, making him the UK’s biggest selling solo artist that year. In 1985, he performed at Live Aid.
After stepping out of the limelight to concentrate on writing and producing, Nik wrote Chesney Hawkes’ The One and Only and collaborated with Elton John, Lulu, Petula Clark, The Hollies, Ronan Keating, Jason Donovan, Let Loose, Sia, Imogen Heap, Gary Barlow and Bonnie Tyler. In 1998, Nik returned to performing and has been crafting critically acclaimed albums ever since. Now, he’s ready to look back with an intimate evening to coincide with the release of his new book.
Expect songs, stories, and silliness from one of the nation’s most loved performers.
Meet & Greet ticket holders, please arrive at 5:45pm.

Live Music: Kathryn Williams & Withered Hand plus Meursault
2025-10-04 19:30 - 22:00 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
Haddstock are partnering with The Brunton to produce a series of concerts at Haddington Corn Exchange in 2025-26 with the aim of bringing a high calibre, interesting and eclectic showcase of artists and bands to East Lothian.
We are proud to announce our series of concerts:
Sat 4th Oct: Kathryn Williams & Withered Hand supported by Meursault and Sixteen Again
Sat 21st Feb: Bombskare supported by Fright Years and Atometal
Sixteen Again and Atometal are prize winners from ELJam’s East Lothian secondary schools Battle of The Bands 2025.
You can find out more about each artist and book tickets here: https://www.thebrunton.co.uk/latest-news/2025/march/haddstock-partnership/

Scottish Dance Theatre | Ray
2025-09-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
“Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and right doing there is a field. I will meet you there. When the soul lies down in that grass the world is too full to talk about” Rumi
This autumn Scottish Dance Theatre brings you back Ray, Meytal Blanaru’s mesmerising creation venturing on a quest for a deep, collective, shared physical experience. Immerse yourself in this intimate performance and witness up close the dancers’ journeys as they build intangible bridges between bodies and sweep you far beyond the intellect’s words, ideas and constructions, into a space where we can potentially meet, in a different way.
“Creates a bond between audience and performers stronger than I have felt for a long time.” Dancing Times
“It’s an ephemeral hour that grows from nothing, glows and evaporates. A lovely bunch of people; a lovely moment in time.” The Guardian
Limited capacity, performed in the round.
Running time 1h
CREATIVE TEAM
Concept and Direction: Meytal Blanaru
Choreography: Meytal Blanaru in collaboration Original Devising Cast
Music: Benjamin Sauzereau
Lighting Design: Emma Jones
Costume Design: Meytal Blanaru in collaboration with Cate Mackie
Performers: Ben McEwen, Massimo Monticelli, Tom Goodwin, Jessie Roberts-Smith, Pauline Torzuoli, Kassichana Okene-Jameson
Original Devising Cast: Kieran Brown, Glenda Gheller, Thomas Goodwin, Ben McEwen,Adrienne O’Leary, Jessie Roberts-Smith, Pauline Torzuoli, Solène Weinachter

Singin' I'm No A Billy, He's A Tim
2025-09-27 19:30 - 21:30 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
NLP Theatre Company
Force adversaries to talk and you may achieve peace.
What happens when you lock up a Celtic fan with a Rangers fan on the day of the big match?
Fireworks! That’s What!
Des Dillon delights, entertains and educates on the religious origins of Celtic-Ranger conflict.
Beneath its amusement, this award winning play explores bigotry and ethnic identity on both a microcosmic and macrocosmic scale. Through the lens of the two characters locked in a prison cell, we witness the generational repercussions of Catholic and Protestant strife.
Furthermore the play functions as a broader allegory, addressing bigotry-motivated hate across multiple communities. It extends beyond the immediate conflict, including references to the UK immigration crisis and tensions in Palestine, making it a powerful commentary on the universal nature of prejudice and division.

Wishbone Ash
2025-09-26 19:30 - 22:00 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
Wishbone Ash return to the UK with a show featuring much-loved classics from their multi-million selling albums such as The King Will Come, Throw Down The Sword and Blowin’ Free, along with songs from a back catalogue spanning over 55 years.
Definitely not to be missed!

Buddy Holly & The Cricketers
2025-09-25 19:30 - 22:00 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
33 Years of Rock ‘n’ Rolling The World!
All Holly’s hits and classics from his rock ’n’ roll pals are played live on stage by these five amazing young actor-musicians, who always delight crowds with their fabulous show. Featuring raw rock ’n’ roll, beautifully haunting ballads, energetic performances – and some genuinely hilarious moments – there is no live event that delivers a better Buddy experience. Audiences of all ages all over the globe have found it impossible to stay in their seats. From Dundee to Dubai, Swansea to Sweden, Taunton to Thailand and all across the USA, thousands of fans have shown their appreciation with standing ovations and shouts for “more!”
So, whether you’re young in years or young at heart, this night with Buddy and the boys really is guaranteed to have everyone singing along to the music and dancing in the aisles.
Whatever the season, whatever the excuse to party, Everyday is a Holly Day with Buddy Holly and The Cricketers!

The Magic of The Beatles
2025-09-19 19:30 - 22:00 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
The incredible cast not only look and sound like John, Paul, George, and Ringo, they also generate that famed, incredible excitement of The Beatles–with the Fab Four’s unique sense of humour thrown in for good measure too.
Enjoy She Loves You, A Hard Day’s Night, Help!, I Feel Fine, Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, Hey Jude, Here Comes the Sun, Get Back and so many more non-stop chart toppers. Join this magical musical tour that takes you back to the golden era of pop music – featuring hit after hit after hit!
Playing to ecstatic sell-out audiences all over the world – and now touring the nation, The Magic of the Beatles is all you need for an unforgettable night of crowd-pleasing, million-selling, solid-gold musical memories. So, let it be and get your tickets now!
“An outstanding tribute to one of the greatest bands in musical history. If you’re a fan of The Beatles, or just love great rock and roll music, this show is not to be missed” NottinghamLive.co.uk
This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows.

Ed Byrne
2025-09-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Corn Exchange, Haddington, Court Street, Haddington, EH41 3DS
Join Ed Byrne, one of the UK’s top comedians, as he headlines an unforgettable comedy show featuring three more top-tier comics. Known for his razor-sharp wit and hilarious storytelling, Ed has entertained audiences on Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week, and beyond. This stellar line-up guarantees a side-splitting evening of jokes, banter, and fun. Perfect for a night out with friends or anyone who loves a good laugh, don’t miss this chance to see comedy at its finest. Book your tickets now for a night to remember!
Ages 18 plus only, strong language.

East Lothian Walkfest
2025-08-29 08:00 - 2025-09-07 17:00 | East Lothian, East Lothian, United Kingdom
