What we’re about
Edinburgh Skeptics Society promotes science, reason and critical thinking in Edinburgh and Scotland. We have recently launched a Podcast if you are further afield.
Come along if you enjoy thought-provoking talks and discussions and friendly social meets. We have several events each month, as well during the Edinburgh Science Festival and Fringe. Most events are free, but we ask for donations to cover costs (like this meetup group) and speakers' travel and accommodation. We Respect People and Challenge Ideas.
Please RSVP - it helps us estimate numbers. Unfortunately space is limited, so if you are late we may not be able to hold your place.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Science & Rationalism Cabaret NightThe Banshee Labyrinth, Edinburgh
The Science and Rational Cabaret Night!
Every year we bring you the best of the Fringe, and 2025 is no exception. Come along to the Banshee to see our pick of Fringe performers who we think can best tickle your skeptical senses. If you enjoy, check out their full shows.
This year, to entertain and inform you, we have:
Freya Mcghee - Go see her PBH Free Fringe show, Experimental, at the Carbon Room (Venue 180), nightly at 17:35.
https://freefringe.org.uk/shows/freya-mcghee-experimental/Robyn Perkins - Her Free Fringe show, 10,001 Ideas, nightly at 16:00.
https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/10-001-ideas-by-robyn-perkinsAnd (for now...)
Matt Parker - whose show, Getting Triggy With It, is at the Pleasance Courtyard at 18:30. Tickets on sale here:
https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/getting-triggy-with-it-matt-parker-does-the-mathsAll our events are free of charge as part of the PBH Free Fringe, but we will ask for a voluntary donation. Please note there are some steps in the venue so if you have motor difficulties, please let us know and we may be able to make other arrangements.
Additionally, attendance is free and no ticket is required. We operate on a first come first served basis. It's relatively rare that we fill up the function room, but please be aware that if things are looking busy, the earlier you get there the less chance there is of not getting in.
