The Edinburgh Military Tattoo is a world famous event that happens annually in Scotland. It consists of performers and musicians from around the world. The Edinburgh Military Tattoo is known for not only the stunning performances, but also the wide selection of entertainment as well as having the Edinburgh Castle act as the backdrop of the event. This year it will be taking place August 1-23. Edinburgh Military Tattoo first began in 1950 and has continued to grow every year since then.
Interesting Facts:
– Each year over 200,000 people attend this event. It is broadcast throughout the world and over 100 million people watch it either on TV or online. The first time that it was broadcast in color was 1968.
-In order for this event to run, approximately 35 miles of cables are needed to power things like lights and microphones. That is about the distance from Glasgow to Edinburgh!
-The word “tattoo” from the event’s name comes from the cry that was heard during closing time at some inns in previous centuries.
Ticket Information:
You will need tickets to attend this event. Tickets start at about $41 U.S. dollars. Children under three are admitted free if they will be sitting on an adults lap. Tickets can be purchased online, but there’s a $5 booking fee in addition to the price. It’s recommended that tickets be purchased early because they are known to sell out. There is seating available for those with disabilities. They are required to have someone with them to assist with their needs such as pushing their wheelchair, but that person will be admitted free of charge.
Performances:
Performances will take place throughout the week starting at 9:00 p.m. On Saturdays performances will be at 7:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. and there will be no performances on Sunday. Each performance will last about 90 minutes in length. Some of the performances this year will include Her Majesty’s Royal Marines and Massed Pipes and Drums.
There’s still plenty of time to book a trip to see the Edinburgh Military Tattoo. This event does allow attendees to take pictures as long as they will not be used for commercial purposes. Who wouldn’t love to be able to show some amazing pictures of the Edinburgh Military Tattoo and Scotland to their loved ones? August is a great time of year to visit Scotland the weather is generally pretty pleasant and there are many different accommodations available including staying at an inn or even spending the night at a castle. We can help you book an unforgettable trip to Scotland.
Edinburgh Military Tattoo Packages:
We have lots of reputable tour companies that include prime tickets to this event. Here are just a few of the most popular itineraries:
5 day Gems of Britain
6 day Scottish Supreme
8 day Celtic Sampler
9 day British Sampler
10 day Essential Britain and Ireland
