The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo ready to deliver performance in a new light

20 October 2021

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo ready to deliver performance in a new light

The Tattoo reveals a refreshed brand approach ahead of the Show’s return with senior hires, new creative direction, and increased investment

University of Edinburgh graduates in celebration to remember

Yesterday (Thursday 26 August), recent University of Edinburgh graduates celebrated their achievements at a unique event with the help of two city icons – Edinburgh Castle and The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo teams up with Edinburgh Festival friends

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo have teamed up with fellow Edinburgh Festivals for a #TattooTakeover social media campaign.

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo announces cancellation

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo announces the cancellation of its 2021 Show. Our Chief Executive Buster Howes shares a full update.

2021 Show tickets on sale from 19 October

Tickets for our 2021 production are set to go on sale on Monday 19th October. This announcement comes as Michael Braithwaite is appointed as our new Creative Director, the first dedicated creative role in our history.

2020 charity donation and plans for 2021 on sale

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo will donate £340,000 to military charities across the UK this year, as it also sets out its intention to go on sale for the 2021 Show.

Presenting the 2020 Tattoo Finale

As today (Saturday 29th August) would have marked the final weekend of our 2020 spectacular, we wanted to celebrate in the only way we know how.

Meet the team behind the scenes of the Tattoo

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo graces the Esplanade of Edinburgh Castle each August, but have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes? We welcome you to find out more about the people who make the magic happen.

Exciting new launch night footage

Today, on Friday 7th August 2020, we mark what would have been this year’s official opening night of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

Tattoo at Home

We’re so disappointed that we can’t welcome you to the Edinburgh Castle Esplanade this year. But, whilst we know it can never match the thrill of a live Show we are excited to launch our Tattoo at Home range this August, allowing you to recreate your very own Tattoo experience in the comfort of your own home.

Major General Buster Howes appointed as new Chief Executive of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

As Britain starts to plan for the future, so too does The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Today, Tuesday 12 May, the Board of Directors announce the appointment of Major General Buster Howes as the new Chief Executive. This follows last year’s notification that Brigadier David Allfrey would relinquish the role in 2020.