Featured Events in Newhaven in July, 2025 (August Updated)

Get ready for an unforgettable night at The Hillcrest Community Centre as the ultimate 90's cover band takes the stage for one night only! Join us for a fantastic evening filled with music, dancing, and a wave of nostalgia. Celebrate the iconic sounds and culture of the 90s performed by our very own local band, Dance Vader. Enjoy delicious food and drinks from the licensed bar provided by Haven Connections Café. Don’t miss out on this incredible event! 18+ ONLY! Information Source: Hillcrest Community Centre | eventbrite

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10:00 - 16:00, 14th - 18th July Cost: £425 (includes all materials) Tutor: Elaine Speirs Join us for a five-day summer school designed to invigorate your sketchbook practice, whether for portfolio development or personal exploration. Guided by experienced tutor Elaine Speirs, you will engage in painting and drawing from an inspiring range of still-life setups, experimenting with mark-making, composition and expressive techniques. Throughout the week, we will take inspiration from artists such as Berthe Morisot, Monet, Joan Mitchell, Van Gogh, Cézanne and Manet, studying their approaches to sketching and painting. By the end of the course, you will expand your artistic language and visual storytelling, build confidence in mark-making and creative expression, and leave with a dynamic sketchbook full of ideas, studies and small paintings. This course is ideal for artists at all levels looking to develop their sketchbook practice, those building portfolios or exploring new creative directions, and anyone wanting to move beyond description and express ideas through materials. Information Source: look and draw | eventbrite

Come get your hands dirty and enjoy a relaxing session in the Heart of Newhaven garden! We’ll take a tour of the space, focus on herbs—planting seeds, doing a bit of garden tidying, picking what’s already growing—and sip on herbal teas made from the garden itself. You’ll also learn about the health benefits of different herbs and how to use them at home. It’s a great way to connect with nature, meet others, and pick up some practical tips! Language: English Target: New Scots (people of any nationality who have immigrated or moved to Scotland), with a basic understanding of English Remarks: Light refreshments will be provided Please wear weather appropriate clothing for the outdoor event Please do let us know if you have any access requirements prior to the event We expect all participants to be friendly and kind, and to show respect for individual differences, including race, gender, sexual orientation, ability, religion, age, nationality, and identity Disclaimer: Personal data collected will be used for this event or contact purpose solely For enquiries, please email our Community Link Officer at cadence@elrec.org.uk . More info: https://linktr.ee/elrec_c3r Information Source: Edinburgh and Lothians Regional Equality Council | eventbrite