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2025 Creative Edinburgh Awards Ceremony
This November, we're inviting you to conjure the magic of creativity, rejoice in the spirit of artistry, and celebrate the fortunes of those who have boldly pursued their creative visions over this past year.
Edinburgh is a city shaped by its rich history and dramatic landscape - a place where storytelling is stitched into the very fabric of its streets. Steeped in mystery and lore, this city offers a powerful emotional and visual backdrop for creativity. Beneath its surface lie countless untold narratives, waiting to be discovered - much like the emerging and unheard creative voices that make up this magical community.
At the 2025 Creative Edinburgh Awards Ceremony, we'll reveal this year's winners, spotlighting the people and projects who have made their mark and helped redefine what creativity means in our city today.
Book your tickets now and raise a glass to the imagination, resilience and brilliance of our community - past, present and still to come!
The 2025 Awards campaign, 'The Magic of Creatives' has been created by local freelance designer Rachel Cartledge.
Introducing our MC for the evening, Kevin Mclean:
Kevin Mclean is an award-winning spoken word poet, the Creative Director of I Am Loud, and the host of Scotland's premiere spoken word night Loud Poets. We are thrilled to have Kev hosting the Awards this year and sharing some of his poetry throughout the evening.
Running Order:
Kevin Mclean is an award-winning spoken word poet, the Creative Director of I Am Loud, and the host of Scotland's premiere spoken word night Loud Poets.
6.00pm - Doors Open
7.00pm - Ceremony Starts
8.25pm - Break
8.55pm - Ceremony Continues
10.00pm - DJ & Dancing
11.30pm - Event Ends
Menu (partnership with Grassmarket Community Project):
Find out more about Grassmarket Community Project.
Performance from Oi Musica
Oi Musica are an ambitious, artist-led organisation based in Edinburgh who deliver music projects with social benefit.
The Awards will open with a performance from their multi award-winning youth project Brass Blast - a vibrant, youth-driven street band. Trumpets, trombones, clarinets, saxes and street drums unite, playing big, celebratory tunes.
Special thanks to our partnership with The Dunard Centre and The National Centre for Music for making this possible.
How are we making the event accessible?
Doors Open: Central Hall has two entrances to the main building: the first is the main entrance accessed from West Tollcross Street and the other is an accessible entrance on Dunbar Street.
When entering from Dunbar Street, a lift has access to the main event areas on the 2nd and 3rd floors with a disabled toilet on each floor. You can find out more information on their website.
Rooms and Spaces: 'Hall/Bar area' which will serve food and a selection of drinks. 'Auditorium' where the main ceremony will take place, with theatre-style row seating. 'Quiet Room' available upstairs (with lift access).
Break: Attendees are welcome to come in and out of the ceremony as they wish, there are no expectations to stay in the room for the full ceremony. There is a dedicated 30min break that will probably fall around 8.30pm - 9.00pm.
Accessibility: The ceremony will be BSL interpreted. There are no flashing lights or strobe lighting effects during the ceremony but it is a stage show which will be mic'd (potential loud noises and music) and there is general stage lighting.
Please let us know when registering or contact us directly if you have any other access requirements. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.
Photography:
Photography and videography will be captured at this event for marketing and publicity purposes. If you do not wish to be featured, please notify a Creative Edinburgh staff member on the evening or email us in advance at programme@creative-edinburgh.com
About Creative Edinburgh:
Creative Edinburgh is a registered charity and not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting the city’s creative community to thrive. Through events, career support, and advocacy, we provide spaces for creation, collaboration, and connection at every stage of your career. We are proud to be supported by Creative Scotland as a recipient of their Multi-Year Funding Programme.
Thank you to our Sponsors:
And to our Partners and Supporters:
