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Castle of Light: Magic and Mystery

Selected dates from Friday 24 November 2023 to Wednesday 3 January 2024

Edinburgh Castle

Prepare to see Edinburgh Castle transform this festive season as Castle of Light returns for a fourth fantastic year. Delve into “Magic and Mystery”, as a tapestry of all-new projections dances across the walls. Let immersive illuminations and enchanting installations guide you through the castle grounds in a sea of twinkling lights and colourful displays. Enjoy spending time with friends and family as you experience unmissable moments, extraordinary lighting displays, and discover some mysteries along the way. Conjure a charming start to your festivities with a magical night at the castle!

Tickets must be booked in advance.

The event takes place outdoors and there is no visitor access to interior areas of the castle, excluding an indoor catering area.

Frequently asked questions

Please note: to allow the event to take place, the castle will close at the earlier time of 4pm (last entry at 2.30pm).

Friday 24 November 2023


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Saturday 25 November 2023


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Friday 1 December 2023


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Saturday 2 December 2023


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Sunday 3 December 2023


This is an Access Night, we'll have help on hand to make the Castle of Light a fantastic experience for visitors with specific access needs. For full information please visit www.castleoflight.scot

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Friday 8 December 2023


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Saturday 9 December 2023


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Sunday 10 December 2023


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Friday 15 December 2023


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Saturday 16 December 2023


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Sunday 17 December 2023


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Thursday 21 December 2023


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Friday 22 December 2023


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Saturday 23 December 2023


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Wednesday 27 December 2023


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Thursday 28 December 2023


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Friday 29 December 2023


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Saturday 30 December 2023


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Tuesday 2 January 2024


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Wednesday 3 January 2024


Entry time slots apply when buying tickets.

Last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets

£22.00 Adult (16-64yrs)
£16.00 Concession (65yrs+)
£12.00 Child (7-15yrs)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
£40.00 Family (1 adult & 2 children)
£58.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)
£68.00 Family (2 adults & 3 children)

Photography

During the course of public events we may take photographs for use on our website or other promotional material. This would be done under the lawful basis of legitimate interests. We will not take photographs of individual children without your consent. If you have any questions about this or do not wish to be photographed please speak to the photographer, or see our privacy notice for more information about how we manage your data and your rights. You can also contact our Data Protection officer at dataprotection@hes.scot

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