The Royal Military Tattoo
Sat 22 Aug · 02:30
Edinburgh Castle Esplanade
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Prepare for a truly unforgettable spectacle as the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo returns to its iconic setting on the Castle Esplanade on Saturday 22 August 2026. This world-renowned annual festival promises an evening of breathtaking performances from military bands, musicians, and dancers drawn from across the globe. Attendees will be treated to a magnificent display of martial prowess and artistic talent, featuring the stirring sounds of massed bagpipes, the precision of military drills, and the vibrant energy of traditional Scottish Highland dancing. The historic ramparts of Edinburgh Castle will provide a dramatic and majestic backdrop to this grand celebration of military heritage and international camaraderie. It is an event that truly encapsulates the spirit of Scotland and offers a unique and powerful experience for all who attend. Tickets for this premier event are available, with prices starting from £119.
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The Royal Military Tattoo takes place on Saturday, 22 August 2026 at 02:30.
The Royal Military Tattoo is held at Edinburgh Castle Esplanade in Edinburgh (Castlehill, EH1 2NG Edinburgh, United Kingdom, Edinburgh).
Tickets for The Royal Military Tattoo are priced at From £119. Live prices and availability are shown on ticombo.com.
Military Tattoo is performing at The Royal Military Tattoo.
Tickets for The Royal Military Tattoo can be booked via ticombo.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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£119
The Royal Military Tattoo
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A military tattoo is a performance of music or display of armed forces in general. The term comes from the early 17th-century Dutch phrase doe den tap toe, a signal sounded by drummers or trumpeters to instruct innkeepers near military garrisons to stop serving beer and for soldiers to return to their barracks, and is unrelated to the ink tattoo that was borrowed from Tahitian.
About this event
Prepare for a truly unforgettable spectacle as the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo returns to its iconic setting on the Castle Esplanade on Saturday 22 August 2026. This world-renowned annual festival promises an evening of breathtaking performances from military bands, musicians, and dancers drawn from across the globe.
Attendees will be treated to a magnificent display of martial prowess and artistic talent, featuring the stirring sounds of massed bagpipes, the precision of military drills, and the vibrant energy of traditional Scottish Highland dancing. The historic ramparts of Edinburgh Castle will provide a dramatic and majestic backdrop to this grand celebration of military heritage and international camaraderie. It is an event that truly encapsulates the spirit of Scotland and offers a unique and powerful experience for all who attend. Tickets for this premier event are available, with prices starting from £119.
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Edinburgh Castle EsplanadeCastlehill, EH1 2NG Edinburgh, United Kingdom, Edinburgh
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When is The Royal Military Tattoo?
The Royal Military Tattoo takes place on Saturday, 22 August 2026 at 02:30.
Where is The Royal Military Tattoo taking place?
The Royal Military Tattoo is held at Edinburgh Castle Esplanade in Edinburgh (Castlehill, EH1 2NG Edinburgh, United Kingdom, Edinburgh).
How much are tickets for The Royal Military Tattoo?
Tickets for The Royal Military Tattoo are priced at From £119. Live prices and availability are shown on ticombo.com.
Who is performing at The Royal Military Tattoo?
Military Tattoo is performing at The Royal Military Tattoo.
How do I get tickets for The Royal Military Tattoo?
Tickets for The Royal Military Tattoo can be booked via ticombo.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
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£119
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Until Saturday, 22 August 2026
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