Edinburgh International Magic Festival: Various venues: Edinburgh

Close-up conundrums, mind-boggling illusions, comic cabaret and other feats of the impossible.

The festival features workshops as well as shows and ends with the closing gala, a fast paced performance of illusion, sleight of hand, circus and mind reading.

Leith Festival: Various venues: Edinburgh

The vibrant community of Leith shows off its festival skills with a fun-packed programme of events including exhibitions, concerts, walks, talks and films with stalls selling crafts, food and drink.