Edinburgh has a vibrant vegan scene, with lots of events happening in Scotland’s capital every month. Whether you’re into activism, supper clubs or just fancy a browse around a vegan-friendly market, there is pretty much something for everyone.
If you want your vegan event listed on this page, drop us a line and we’ll see what we can do. Bear in mind, we normally need at least 10 days notice to promote an event in any meaningful way.
Here’s what’s going on over the next couple of weeks…
Film screening: Vitamin Sea and Q&A with Cal Major
Wednesday 2 October 2019, 7pm
Hendersons of Edinburgh, 94 Hanover Street, EH2 1DR
Vitamin Sea documents Cal’s world record stand up paddleboarding expedition from Land’s End to John O’Groats, the whole length of the UK, in 2018.
The film focuses on community action around plastic pollution, the need to reconnect to nature in order to drive a desire to protect it, and the importance of time in nature for mental health.
Treat yourself to a pre-screening meal of a hot dish and salad for £12, served from 5pm.
Get tickets on Hendersons’ Facebook page.
Leith Vegan Quarter
Saturday 5 October 2019 (and the first Saturday of every month), 10am – 4pm
Leith Market, Dock Place, EH6 6LU
Grab a treat for yourself at this month’s Leith Market Vegan Quarter. Previous stallholders include Faceplant Foods, Herbivore Kitchen, Rawsmary, Planet Kuku, Vegan Tipples, Sgaia Vegan Mheats and many many more. Follow Leith Market’s Facebook page for this month’s lineup.
Wine Tasting with Vegan Tipples
Friday 11 October 2019, 7pm
9 – 11 Maritime Street, Leith EH6 6SB
Join Susan from Vegan Tipples as she guides you through a selection of rose and red vegan wines – just in time for autumn! Tickets are £10 and include a good selection of wines to taste, plus a generous helping of snacks to nibble throughout the evening. Book your place now on the Vegan Tipples website.
Why Vegan, Why Not?
Tuesday 15 October 2019, 2pm
National Library of Scotland, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1EW
Join Jackie Jones, the author of The Scottish Vegan Cookbook, at the National Library of Scotland and hear about how and why to add more fruits, vegetables and grains to your diet while improving your health and making the most of Scotland’s abundant larder.
Jackie also asks some philosophical questions about going vegan along the way. Suitable for all those with an interest in plant-based cooking, ethics, nutrition and the environment.
Tickets are free, and you can register your place on Eventbrite.
Scottish Vegan Festival
Sunday 20 October 2019, 10.30am – 5pm
Edinburgh Corn Exchange, 10 New Market Road, Edinburgh EH14 1RJ
One of the biggest events on the city’s vegan calendar! The Scottish Vegan Festival returns to the Edinburgh Corn Exchange, for a day full of interesting talks and a range of vegan stalls selling snacks, clothes, beauty products, street food and much more.
Find out more on Facebook.
Vegan Cocktail Party
Thursday 24 October 2019, 2pm – 1am
Sofi’s Bar, 65 Henderson Street, Edinburgh EH6 6ED
Treat yourself to a decadent selection of vegan-friendly cocktails at Sofi’s. Pop along any time from 2pm, order yourself a tipple and soak up the atmosphere in this cosy and friendly Swedish bar.
Find out more on Facebook.
Yoga Supper Club
Saturday 26 October 2019, 6.30pm
Calm on Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG
Enjoy a magical evening of yoga, live music and vegan dining at Calm on Canning Street this October.
Start the evening with an energising yoga flow and restorative yin practice with gorgeous Sarah-Alexandra Teodorescu in a candlelit studio, all whilst being soothed by the sound of live handpan from the incredibly talented Millie Hoddo, before sitting down to a family-style 3 course vegan feast from Roots, Edinburgh.
Tickets are £55 and can be booked via Calm’s website.
Roots’ Vegan Supper Club
Friday 1 November 2019, 5.30pm or 7.45pm
Roots, 18 William Street, Edinburgh EH3 7NH
NEW DATE! Join Roots for their first ever Vegan Supper Club! Book your space for a sumptuous four course feast of the tastiest vegan goodies, using the best of Roots’ seasonal ingredients. You can BYOB and the full menu will be available soon. Book your place by messaging their Facebook page or sending an email to munch@rootsedinburgh.co.uk.