• Studies in Photography: Focus on Poland

    Studies in Photography Gallery 6 William Street, Edinburgh

    Find out about the ambitious plans to present an exhibition of Polish photography at Dalkeith Palace in August/ September 2027. It will take as its starting point the influence of Surrealism on Polish photographers in the 1930s and will follow this thread through to contemporary Polish artists. In preparation for Focus on Poland 2027, we will […]

  • Live Music Now Vienna, Spotlight on European Composers - Guitar and Flute Concert

    Scottish National Gallery The Mound, Edinburgh

    Duo Winter-Djurdjevic:  Anna Winter (flute) Mihajlo Djurdjevic (guitar)   Join us at the National Galleries of Scotland for a Spotlight on European Composers, performed by the Vienna Duo Winter-Djurdjevic. Live Music Now is an international scheme founded by legendary violinist Yehudi Menuhin which enables exceptional early career artists to connect with a wide range of audiences.   National Galleries of […]

  • Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival: A special series of three Spanish films – ‘Romería’

    Edinburgh Filmhouse 88 Lothian Road, Edinburgh

    Romería is the third feature film from Spanish director Carla Simón. The story follows Marina, an 18-year-old girl who travels to Vigo, Galicia, to meet her biological father’s family for the first time. Marina was orphaned at a very young age after both of her parents died from AIDS-related complications. Festival of Europe in Scotland - […]

  • Exhibition – Kukeri Dancing in Scotland

    Edinburgh Central Library 7-9 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh

    Kukeri is a centuries-old Bulgarian tradition intended to dance away the evil spirits and welcome the arrival of spring.   You are warmly invited to view this free exhibition, a display of wonderful masks and drawings by children from the First Bulgarian School Nadejda Stancioff – Lady Muir Edinburgh - all inspired by Kukeri Dancing a vital […]

  • European Comedy Short Films

    The French Institute W Parliament Sq, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    Celebrate Europe Day exploring humour from different European countries!  A selection of comedy short films from Germany, Ireland, Italy, Poland, Romania, Spain and France.  Event in partnership with German Consulate General in Edinburgh and the Goethe Institut, Consulate General of Ireland in Edinburgh,  Consulate General of Italy in Edinburgh and Italian Institute of Culture, Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Edinburgh, Consulate General of Romania in Edinburgh and Romanian Cultural Institute, Consulate […]

  • The Future of UK – EU – US Relations

    The French Institute W Parliament Sq, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    A major conference with international speakers. Nathalie Tocci, Director of the Istituto Affari Internazionali; Phillips O’Brien, Professor of Strategic Studies, St. Andrews University; David Henig, Director of the UK Trade Policy Project, European Centre for International Political Economy; Dr Bernhard Blumenau, Senior Lecturer in International History and Politics, St. Andrew University.  This conference is sponsored by the European […]

  • Connecting Europe Fair

    The French Institute W Parliament Sq, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    Drop in anytime between 10am – 5pm to this all day free event. A variety of stallholders will be on hand to provide information and answer questions on their opportunities for young people (aged 16 - 35) to travel, study and work in Europe.    

  • ‘Land’. Exhibition of Contemporary Ukrainian Art

    The French Institute W Parliament Sq, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    You are very welcome to visit this thought provoking exhibition of Contemporary Ukrainian Art. Featuring several Ukrainian artists, this exhibition has been curated by the visual artist Alina Litvinova. Including paintings and photography, you will have the chance to see a variety of works and there is the opportunity to support the artists and purchase […]

  • The High North, Scotland and Europe’s Arctic Frontier

    What happens in the Arctic region has now become a focus of major international interest. It has become the subject of security and geopolitical interest for a wide range of states including the US, China, and Russia, along with the European Union, and of course the UK. Featuring leading international speakers including Professor Kristen Harkness, School of International Relations, University of St […]

  • Polish Heritage Day

    5 Parkgrove Terrace, Glasgow G3 7SD 5 Parkgrove Terrace, Glasgow, United Kingdom

    Come and celebrate Polish Heritage Day – a fun day for families and friends to get together, chat in Polish, enjoy Polish food, play games, sing and dance.  This outdoor event is open to all, whether you are Polish or not. All welcome.  Key Info:  Saturday 9 May, 2-5pm; outdoors at Kelvingrove Park, Glasgow, near the Sikorski Polish Club at Parkgrove Terrace […]

  • European Language Day – Alliance Française & Goethe-Institut Glasgow

    Alliance Française & Goethe-Institut Glasgow 3 Park Circus, Glasgow

    Join European Language Day at the Alliance Française & Goethe-Institut Glasgow. The programme will include a language speak-dating session, where you can explore: Polish, Italian, Spanish, Scots, Scottish Gaelic, German, French and a European quiz with prizes to win, so don’t miss out!  This is a FREE family friendly event, suitable for all levels.  To book a ticket please visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/european-language-day-tickets-1987399241631

  • Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival: A special series of three Spanish films – ‘The Captive’

    Edinburgh Filmhouse 88 Lothian Road, Edinburgh

    Directed by Alejandro Amenábar, The Captive is an historical drama that explores the life of Miguel de Cervantes, the author of Don Quixote. The film focuses on Cervantes’ five-year captivity in Algiers, starting in 1575, after being wounded in battle. It depicts his various attempts to escape, and his relationship with the Governor of Algiers. […]