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Christmas is just around the Quarter

From festive feasting to sparkling partywear, gifts they’ll love to yuletide celebrations… 

Save the date for our fun-filled festive events, and check back as we unveil more plans.

Feel good festive performances

Enjoy a selection of musical performances and help us raise money for our charity partners, Edinburgh Women’s Aid and Health in Mind.

3rd December, 3pm: Edinburgh University Chamber Choir

9th December, 1pm: Rolling Hills Chorus

Christmas Dining around the Quarter

From a bubbly brunch to a sit-down meal, there are multiple venues across the Quarter offering festive feasts throughout November and December.

Find out more here.

Ready, set, gift!

Whoever you’re shopping for, you’ll find perfect presents in the Quarter. Head to our Instagram page where we’re giving you the gift of inspiration this festive season, with weekly themed gift guides featuring your favourite brands.

Festive opening hours

From Friday, 24th November, we’ll extend our retail opening hours, giving you more time and flexibility to visit us this festive season.

And from Sunday, 5th November – Sunday, 17th December, retailers in St James Quarter will be open on Sunday’s from 10am – 7pm.

Remember, our range of irresistible eating and drinking destinations are open until late 7 days a week!

We’re open later on key dates in the run up to Christmas. Check out our extended festive opening hours: festive-opening-hours