Edinburgh Summer Sessions
A concert titled Edinburgh Summer Sessions, featuring Nathan Evans and The Saint PHNX Band, at the Royal Highland Showgrounds in Edinburgh. The bill draws on the sea shanty tradition.
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Edinburgh Summer Sessions at Royal Highland Showgrounds (EH28 8NB Edinburgh), on Saturday 28 August 2027 at 12:00. Tickets available.
Checked on 13 November 2026.
Overview
A concert titled Edinburgh Summer Sessions, featuring Nathan Evans and The Saint PHNX Band, at the Royal Highland Showgrounds in Edinburgh. The bill draws on the sea shanty tradition.
Nathan Evans is a singer whose recording of the sea shanty "Wellerman" became widely known after spreading on TikTok in 2020, drawing a broad audience to traditional maritime song. The Saint PHNX Band appears alongside them on this bill.
"Wellerman" is a traditional sea shanty associated with whaling ships, and its online popularity gave the song a new following. Its lyrics describe a ship's crew and its voyage, a common theme in work songs sung at sea.
Edinburgh Summer Sessions is the title of this concert, staged at the Royal Highland Showgrounds, a venue hosting concerts and shows in Edinburgh. The evening connects the sea shanty tradition that Nathan Evans brought to wider attention with a band, giving listeners a direct link between the song's origins and its modern revival.
Getting there
Royal Highland Showgrounds
Royal Highland Showgrounds is a showground at Ingliston in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. The site hosts shows and other events.
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- Ingliston, EH28 8NB Edinburgh
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Edinburgh Summer Sessions take place?
Edinburgh Summer Sessions takes place at Royal Highland Showgrounds (EH28 8NB Edinburgh).
When does Edinburgh Summer Sessions take place?
The scheduled date is 28 August 2027 at 12:00.
What time does Edinburgh Summer Sessions start?
Time listed for Edinburgh Summer Sessions: 12:00 on 28 August 2027 at Royal Highland Showgrounds. It may be when doors open rather than the start; the exact time is on the ticket.
Are tickets still available for Edinburgh Summer Sessions?
Tickets were available to book at the ticket seller at the last check.
How do I get to Royal Highland Showgrounds?
Royal Highland Showgrounds is located at Ingliston, EH28 8NB Edinburgh. Public transport is recommended; full directions are on the venue page.
How do I book tickets for Edinburgh Summer Sessions?
Tickets can be booked at the ticket seller, through a link from TicketPiazza: https://ticketpiazza.com/gb/go/tickets?event=tour-edinburgh-summer-sessions.
What type of event is Edinburgh Summer Sessions?
Edinburgh Summer Sessions is classified as “Other” in the TicketPiazza listings.
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