Delve into the intersection of geography and history by exploring maps used during World War II. One can witness personal memoirs, unique artifacts, captivating aerial imagery, and narratives of prisoners of war to army chaplains preserved in these cartographic keepsakes.

The Scottish International Storytelling Festival transforms Edinburgh into a global gathering place for tales, voices, and traditions. As the world’s largest celebration of storytelling, it brings together local and international storytellers for an autumn program filled with myths, folktales, and live performance. Rooted in Scotland’s rich narrative heritage, the festival offers a welcoming ceilidh atmosphere where cultures meet and stories connect generations.

Suzanne Vega is a folk singer, musician, and record producer who has released four Top 40 singles in her forty-year career span. With albums like Days of Open Hand and Beauty & Crime, she has won several Grammy, VMA and Peabody awards.

Better Lovers is a metalcore supergroup featuring former members of The Dillinger Escape Plan, Every Time I Die, and Fit for an Autopsy. Known for their chaotic, high-energy sound, they fuse technical precision with raw aggression. Their formation generated significant buzz in the heavy music scene, promising a fresh yet familiar take on metalcore.

The Birthday Massacre or TBM is a rock band from Canada formed in 1999. Previously known as Imagica, the band released multiple charting albums over the years such as Hide And Seek, Superstition, and Under Your Spell.

Counting Crows is a rock band whose music takes a bit of root rock, alternative rock, pop rock, and jangle pop. The band was formed in California, in 1991, and their debut album, “August and Everything After,” sold seven million copies in the US.

KIDZ BOP Kids are bringing their high-energy show to town. Get ready to sing and dance along to all your favorite songs in an unforgettable concert experience.

The Australian-American stand-up comedian, Jim Jefferies, has created, written, and starred in the FX sitcom, “Legit,” and the Comedy Central late night show, “The Jim Jefferies Show.” He also appeared in movies including, “Punching Henry.”

Kae Tempest is a poet, novelist, playwright, and spoken word performer from England who has earned Mercury Music Prize nominations with the albums Everybody Down and Let Them Eat Chaos.

Peter Hook and the Light is a post-punk band led by Peter Hook, the legendary bassist of Joy Division and New Order. The band performs classic tracks from both iconic groups, bringing their influential music to new audiences. With Hook’s distinctive basslines and nostalgic setlists, their performances are a must-see for fans of post-punk history.

English band, ABC, was formed in 1980. ABC grew out of an earlier band, Vice Versa, and grew to have 10 UK and 5 US Top 40 singles between 1981 to 1990.