What’s On: Calendar

With Yiyun Li In conversation with Roxani Krystalli We are so excited to bring Pulitzer Prize-winning author Yiyun Li to the bookshop for her latest [...]

It's a true joy to welcome Hernan Diaz to the bookshop for the Edinburgh launch of his highly anticipated forthcoming book Ply . Diaz turns [...]

Join us for an evening with the Poet Laureate, Simon Armitage, who is coming to the bookshop to tell us all about his latest work, [...]

Screen Porty is a non-profit, volunteer-led group of people dedicated to bringing film and community together by screening a diverse programme that encourages our connectedness. [...]

With Sabaa Tahir In conversation with Nadine Aisha Jassat The Portobello Bookshop is excited to welcome Sabaa Tahir to the shop for Empire! This is [...]

Britain's Broken Political System and an Argument for a New Democracy We're very pleased to welcome Portobello-based writer Adam Ramsay to the bookshop for the [...]

As your MP, I hold regular advice surgeries across the constituency, to help constituents with any problems that they might be having. If you would [...]

A rip-roaring night of the very best live stand-up comedy starring the TV names you know and love alongside some of the hottest up-and-coming talent.

A series of interactive talks at the Dead Curious Cafe where we’ll explore our attitudes towards, and our relationship with death. Open conversations around death [...]

Brand New Show for 2026!

With Rob Conner This Tribe Talk will focus on sole traders and limited companies, looking ahead over the next three years. It will provide an [...]

Explore a curated collection of gorgeous handmade goods crafted by local artists.

Explore a curated collection of gorgeous handmade goods crafted by local artists.

Screen Porty is a non-profit, volunteer-led group of people dedicated to bringing film and community together by screening a diverse programme that encourages our connectedness. [...]

Come along to experience the best food and drink from artisans from across Scotland. Guest food trucks at every market Doors open 11:00 am until [...]

As your MP, I hold regular advice surgeries across the constituency, to help constituents with any problems that they might be having. If you would [...]