Free unofficial Bon Jovi parties in Edinburgh on 28 August
Bon Jovi fans heading to Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium can start and finish concert day at a free unofficial gathering in Edinburgh’s West End. The Unofficial Bon Jovi Preparty & Afterparty takes place at Malones Edinburgh, 242 Morrison Street, on Friday, 28 August 2026. The Forever Edinburgh Events listing gives a running time of 11am to 1am.
Entry to both parties is free and no ticket is required. The preparty welcomes under-18s with an accompanying adult until 8pm, while the afterparty is restricted to people aged 18 and over.
A free stop before and after the Murrayfield concert
Malones Edinburgh is hosting the event to coincide with Bon Jovi’s concert at Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium. According to the Forever Edinburgh listing, the pub will bring together fans for music, food and drinks before the stadium show, then continue with an afterparty.
Performers will play classic Bon Jovi hits during the gathering. No detailed performance schedule or individual performer names are published, so visitors should treat it as a full-day fan event rather than plan around particular set times. The event is unofficial and is not affiliated with Bon Jovi.
Food at Malones before the concert
Food will be available for visitors who want to eat before travelling to Murrayfield. Malones will serve pub grub in a street-food style until 9pm, alongside the venue’s drinks offering.
The 9pm food cut-off is the only specific service deadline listed. Anyone planning to return for the afterparty should therefore note that the party continues beyond the stated food service period.
Getting from Morrison Street to Murrayfield
Malones Edinburgh is around a 20-minute walk from Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium. Its Morrison Street location is also close to Edinburgh Trams’ West End stop, providing another connection for concertgoers travelling through the city.
Visitors choosing to walk can use the stated journey time when deciding when to leave the preparty. The event listing does not advertise a dedicated shuttle or any separate transport arrangements.
Age restrictions and venue accessibility
Under-18s may attend the preparty only with an accompanying adult and can remain until 8pm. The afterparty is exclusively for guests aged 18 and over, making the 8pm deadline the key access point for families or younger fans.
The venue lists level access to its main entrance and bar, together with partial wheelchair access. It is described as partially suitable for visitors with limited mobility rather than fully accessible. Wi-Fi and a pets-welcome policy are also included among the venue features.
No advance ticket is needed: guests can attend the free event at Malones Edinburgh on 28 August, subject to the under-18 deadline at 8pm and the afterparty’s 18-plus restriction.
Source: Forever Edinburgh Events
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