Ross Bandstand

An arena in the city

Seating up to 2,500 people in West Princes Street Gardens, at the heart of the city and with the Castle providing a majestic backdrop, Ross Bandstand may be Edinburgh’s most spectacular performance space.  

An important venue for the International and Jazz Festivals in summer, the Bandstand comes into its own for the Christmas and Hogmanay festivities, whatever the weather. Over the years, Ross Bandstand - sometimes called the Ross Theatre - has welcomed some of the biggest names in rock, pop, classical music and other genres. A valuable community resource, it’s also hosted free events like Social in the City, Scotland’s festival for social enterprises and Nepali Mela.

“The Ross Theatre provides a dramatic setting under Edinburgh Castle rock.”  EdinburghGuide.com