The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo | Modern Scot

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Date: 7 to 29 Aug 2026

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Place: Edinburgh Castle

Council area: City of Edinburgh

Category: Heritage & History, Military, Remembrance & Aviation, Music & Performance

Annual timing: Annual August military tattoo

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World-renowned military tattoo at Edinburgh Castle Esplanade, with the Royal Air Force as lead service for 2026.

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