Royal Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is an annual event performed on the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle in August since 1950. From small beginnings it now celebrates Military music and dance and delivers a 1200 strong cast for 25 performances in August every year. The Tattoo exists to raise surplus funds for Armed Forces charities and the arts and has donated several million pounds to these causes over the years. The 8600 capacity arena is built as a temporary structure each year and becomes a familiar sight on the city skyline from June onwards.