MagicFest at Lauriston Castle
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On 7 August 2026 at 1.30pm, Lauriston Castle in Edinburgh will host MagicFest, a theatrical performance that artfully blends illusion with the castle’s own storied past. Three expert magicians guide audiences through the building’s secret passages and hidden chambers, using sleight-of-hand and mind-reading to animate its history. The show features world-class card magicians and mentalists who draw upon the site’s unsolved mysteries as part of their routines. The performance unfolds in the intimate, atmospheric setting of the castle itself, making the building an active participant in the narrative. Ticket prices are listed on the event website.
The performance unfolds in the intimate, atmospheric setting of Lauriston Castle itself, making the building an active participant in the narrative. The show features world-class card magicians and mentalists who draw upon the site's unsolved mysteries as part of their routines.
The event features three expert magicians who will guide audiences through the castle's secret passages and hidden chambers, using sleight-of-hand and mind-reading to animate its history. The magicians include phenomenal mind-readers and world-class card magicians.
The event takes place on nine dates, including 7 August 2026, at 1.30pm. Ticket prices are listed on the event website.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
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MagicFest at Lauriston Castle takes place on Friday, 7 August 2026 at 14:30.
MagicFest at Lauriston Castle is held at Lauriston Castle in Edinburgh (2 Cramond Road South, Edinburgh West EH4 6AD).
Tickets for MagicFest at Lauriston Castle can be booked via whatsoninedinburgh.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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On 7 August 2026 at 1.30pm, Lauriston Castle in Edinburgh will host MagicFest, a theatrical performance that artfully blends illusion with the castle’s own storied past. Three expert magicians guide audiences through the building’s secret passages and hidden chambers, using sleight-of-hand and mind-reading to animate its history. The show features world-class card magicians and mentalists who draw upon the site’s unsolved mysteries as part of their routines. The performance unfolds in the intimate, atmospheric setting of the castle itself, making the building an active participant in the narrative. Ticket prices are listed on the event website.
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The performance unfolds in the intimate, atmospheric setting of Lauriston Castle itself, making the building an active participant in the narrative. The show features world-class card magicians and mentalists who draw upon the site's unsolved mysteries as part of their routines.
The event features three expert magicians who will guide audiences through the castle's secret passages and hidden chambers, using sleight-of-hand and mind-reading to animate its history. The magicians include phenomenal mind-readers and world-class card magicians.
The event takes place on nine dates, including 7 August 2026, at 1.30pm. Ticket prices are listed on the event website.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
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Lauriston Castle2 Cramond Road South, Edinburgh West EH4 6AD
Almond, Edinburgh
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When is MagicFest at Lauriston Castle?
MagicFest at Lauriston Castle takes place on Friday, 7 August 2026 at 14:30.
Where is MagicFest at Lauriston Castle taking place?
MagicFest at Lauriston Castle is held at Lauriston Castle in Edinburgh (2 Cramond Road South, Edinburgh West EH4 6AD).
How do I get tickets for MagicFest at Lauriston Castle?
Tickets for MagicFest at Lauriston Castle can be booked via whatsoninedinburgh.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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