Edinburgh, the Scottish capital, is world-famous for its year-round calendar of festivals. From science and storytelling to jazz, literature, and the iconic Edinburgh Fringe, the city transforms into a cultural epicentre that draws millions of visitors annually.
In 2025, the festival line-up is more ambitious than ever—with new performances, extended programming, and evolving formats like hybrid and virtual events. Behind the scenes, One World Rental UK is vital in delivering technology infrastructure and event support for organisers, venues, production teams, and exhibitors.
Here’s your detailed guide to what’s on in Edinburgh in 2025—and how One World Rental UK helps power these world-class experiences.
Edinburgh Science Festival
5–20 April 2025
Scotland’s celebration of science and innovation spans two weeks of hands-on exhibitions, STEM workshops, and digital tech showcases across the city.
How One World Rental Supports:
iPad and touchscreen rentals for interactive exhibits
Laptops preloaded with simulation software for workshops
Large-format displays for science presentations
Reliable WiFi setup in temporary venues like Summerhall and City Art Centre
Beltane Fire Festival
30 April 2025
Held on Calton Hill, this fire-fuelled reinterpretation of an ancient Celtic ritual includes pyrotechnics, performance art, and tribal drumming.
Support Services Provided:
Rugged outdoor WiFi systems for production teams
Two-way radios and communication tools
Mobile charging units and portable lighting support
Secure point-of-sale (POS) tablet hire for merchandise stalls
Edinburgh International Children’s Festival
24 May – 1 June 2025
Celebrating children’s theatre, puppetry, and dance, this event brings global creativity to young audiences.
One World Rental’s Role:
iPads for child-friendly interactive stations
AV gear for stage performances
Digital signage and welcome kiosks for parents
QR-code check-in for schools and group bookings
Leith Festival
14–22 June 2025
A grassroots celebration of Leith’s diverse culture, arts, and food. Includes local theatre, dance, art shows, and gala days.
Local Tech Deployment:
iPhones and Android devices for event staff and comms
Sound systems for outdoor performances
Short-term laptop rental for admin hubs
Live streaming kits for community-driven content
Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival
11–20 July 2025
This festival features world-class jazz acts, jam sessions, and open-air concerts across iconic venues and pop-up spaces.
Tech Integration by One World Rental:
Event WiFi and bonded 5G internet for seamless connectivity
Badge printing stations for backstage and media accreditation
LED video walls and touchscreen kiosks for event schedules
Audio desk rentals and speaker systems
August is the heartbeat of Edinburgh’s festival scene, hosting multiple overlapping events that turn the entire city into a stage. This is also when One World Rental delivers its largest tech deployments to power hundreds of simultaneous activations.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe
📅 1–25 August 2025
With over 3,000 shows across 300+ venues, the Fringe is the biggest arts festival globally.
How One World Rental Supports the Fringe:
Laptops and tablets for box offices and front-of-house
Mobile WiFi kits for pop-up venues and street acts
Payment devices and secure POS systems for vendors
RFID scanners and check-in solutions for ticket control
24/7 tech support teams on standby
Edinburgh International Festival
📅 1–24 August 2025
A curated selection of world-class opera, music, theatre, and dance performed at historic venues like Usher Hall and the King’s Theatre.
Our Contribution Includes:
Projectors, staging equipment, and visual displays
Digital signage and wayfinding screens
Headsets and interpretation equipment for international guests
Green room and artist tech stations with configured laptops
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
📅 1–23 August 2025
A visually spectacular military performance staged at Edinburgh Castle.
One World Rental’s Operational Support:
Rugged outdoor routers for media teams and staff
Radio handsets and production comms
Event WiFi for live streaming and press broadcasting
Touchscreens and digital schedules for VIP areas
Edinburgh Art Festival
📅 7–24 August 2025
Scotland’s largest visual arts festival showcasing established and emerging artists in galleries and public spaces.
Tech Provided:
VR headsets and iPads for digital art exhibitions
AV equipment for artist talks and workshops
MacBook rentals for pop-up gallery installations
Internet infrastructure for temporary exhibition venues
Edinburgh International Book Festival
📅 9–24 August 2025
Europe’s leading literary event hosts authors, journalists, and thinkers from around the world.
What We Deliver:
Touchscreen kiosks with digital catalogues
iPads for paperless check-in and guest lists
AV gear for author talks and panel sessions
Laptops for press rooms and media lounges
Edinburgh International Film Festival
📅 14–20 August 2025
A showcase of global cinema, from indie shorts to major premieres.
Technology in Action:
Screening laptops, media servers, and projectors
High-resolution LED displays for trailers and previews
WiFi for guest lounges and ticketing zones
Live stream setups for Q&AS and post-screening interviews
Edinburgh Film Festival – Autumn Edition
22 October – 1 November 2025
Focused on innovation in cinema, this autumn edition hosts niche and experimental films.
Tech Provided by One World Rental:
Touchscreen voting systems for audience awards
Mobile event WiFi solutions
iPads and laptops for content producers and editors
Sound systems for screening rooms
Scotland Loves Animation
10–16 November 2025
Celebrating anime and animated features with screenings, panels, and fan events.
Support Services:
VR rental for immersive animation experiences
Display screens and HDMI splitters for viewing areas
WiFi hotspots for event management teams
Event check-in software with tablets
Scottish International Storytelling Festival
30 Dec 2025 – 1 Jan 2026
A winter celebration of myths, folk tales, and oral history.
One World Rental Helps With:
PA systems and microphones for storytelling sessions
Low-latency audio setups for hybrid events
Tech kits for live interpretation and multilingual delivery
Light projection equipment for atmospheric venues
One World Rental is the go-to partner for technology rentals and event connectivity across the UK. With a local presence in Edinburgh, we respond fast, deliver at scale, and work across all event formats—live, virtual, and hybrid.
Our Event Services Include:
Laptop, iPad, and phone hire for short and long-term use
Enterprise-grade WiFi (5G, bonded internet, satellite)
Digital signage and AV equipment for immersive displays
Badge printing, check-in, and ticket scanning systems
VR/AR headsets for immersive experiences
24/7 technical support and on-site engineers
From fiery Beltane nights to the lights of the Tattoo and the quiet magic of winter tales, Edinburgh’s 2025 festival calendar is not to be missed. Behind every successful production is the tech that powers it, and that’s where One World Rental steps in.
Let us support your next festival, activation, or tour in Edinburgh with high-performance technology, expert advice, and trusted delivery.
