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Try it if you dare! Edinburgh’s Christmas hosts the world's largest transportable Star Flyer! At a whopping 80m tall, the Starflyer towers over the East Princes Street Garden Christmas Market and provides the finest (and most thrilling!) views of the stunning city centre skyline. Hold on tight and enjoy the views as you fly high above the rooftops! Restrictions: Riders must be a minimum 1.2m in height Riders under 1.4m must be accompanied by a responsible paying adult No babes in arms Rules: No leaning over the safety bar at any time No swinging on the chairs Remove all loose footwear No sharp objects, food, drink or bags on the ride Small children can only ride when accompanied by a responsible paying adult Each seat must be occupied by one individual, no doubling up. 2 persons in 1 car Please secure all valuables as management will not be responsible for any loss or damage You must have a valid ticket to enter the ride
Edinburgh's Christmas - Star Flyer
East Princes Street Gardens
The LNER Big Wheel returns to East Princes Street Gardens to give passengers a unique perspective of our spectacular city. Enjoy the comfort of the enclosed and weather-proof pods with incredible views of the historic Old Town, Edinburgh Castle and Arthur’s Seat, and sparkling evening views of Edinburgh’s Christmas attractions. One ride on the Big Wheel won’t be enough! Edinburgh residents with proof of their EH postcode will receive a 20% discount. Family tickets are also available. Family tickets are valid for four people with a maximum of 2 adults. Tickets are valid for one visit at any time on your selected date. Open 10:00—22:00 pm (last admission 21:30 pm). Tickets are date-specific, but there are no set time slots—admission is on a first-come, first-served basis. Please allow extra time if you plan to attend during busy periods. Each pod can fit up to 6 people – at peak times you may be required to share with others, pods are not exclusive. An adult ticket holder must accompany children 13 and under. If you can toddle, a ticket is required. The Big Wheel pods can accommodate manual wheelchair users. LNER BIG WHEEL OPENING AND CLOSING HOURS Open 10am to 10pm daily with last ride at 930pm. Differing opening hours below for specific dates. Wednesday, 24th December: 10:00 - 20:00 Friday, 26th December: 12:00 - 20:00 Wednesday, 31st December: 10:00 - 17:30 Thursday, 1st January: 12:00 - 20:00 Sunday, 4th January: 10:00 - 18:00
Edinburgh's Christmas - Big Wheel
Big Wheel
Those wintery scenes from our favourite Christmas films, of grabbing your skates and gliding along ice where just a short while before there was none are etched in all our minds! This is brought each year to the heart of Edinburgh where you can glide along our purpose-built ice rink, amongst the city's historic streets that tell tales of centuries of their own festive cheer. From the wannabe-professional figure skater, the daring independent child speeding along on their own, the Bambi on ice and the “I'll push off at the next turn” barrier huggers our ice rink will bring memories for a lifetime. From a family day out, a break between the girls shopping trip or a romantic little date for two (or more...), grab your skates and meet us on the ice. Then relive the pirouettes - intended or not – in the Winter Warming Bar after. We provide Relaxed sessions, for those who need a little more space to enjoy and something kinder on the senses. We also host Toddler sessions, for wee ones who are too small for the skates in public sessions and Late Skates, for adults looking for a bit of a boogie on the ice. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult (18+), no babes in arms. Any children attending a Standard session must fit a minimum child size 8 shoe - we will have designated sessions for the wee ones Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult after 8 pm Please arrive 20 minutes before your time slot to get your skates on before your session starts! For safety reasons, you are not allowed to take photographs whilst on the ice. However, spectators can take photos from the viewing platforms around the rink For safety reasons, bags are not permitted on the ice and must be checked into our cloakroom for a fee of £2. This must be paid by card only The minimum skate size boot on the rink is a children's size 8, and the maximum is an adult size 15 Skate hire is included in your ticket price, but you're also welcome to bring your own skates, subject to suitability checks (Please note: speed skates are not allowed.) Skating aid penguins are available for younger children at an additional cost of £5. These can be purchased at the Ice rink. Only children under 1.2m tall with skates on can use the Penguins. Subject to availability Wheelchair users are welcome on the rink in any session. Please note, motorised wheelchairs must be in manual mode whilst on the ice. For further information, please contact access@unique-assembly.co.uk
Edinburgh's Christmas - Ice Skating
Ice Rink
Santa will once again be visiting Edinburgh's Christmas with his elves to delight the little ones with our celebrated Santa’s Stories experience. The magic of Christmas is brought to life, as Santa and his helpers make Edinburgh their home for the season! The halls of his cabin are decked, the hot chocolate simmering away and blankets toasted to keep your tootsies warm as we settle in for a festive tale and to meet the big man himself. All performances last approximately 20 minutes. Relaxed, Audio Described and BSL interpreted sessions will be available. Check the listing when it's time to book. Babes in Arms Policy. Regardless of age, all children attending require a ticket to attend Santa's Stories Session. For example, if an adult accompanies one child, please select a Child + Adult ticket; if additional adults will be attending, you may add an extra Adult ticket. Each child’s ticket includes a special gift and a memorable photo opportunity with Santa. Additional info to help with your visit: Santa’s Stories is located in West Princes St Gardens Please note that your ticket is valid for your booked time ONLY. These are slotted sessions and cannot be transferred to another time. Please make your way to the venue and show your ticket to our Front of House staff Please try to arrive 10 minutes before your allotted time Children must be accompanied by one adult as included with your ticket. Any additional adults should be booked in in advance. There is no room in the venue for prams or buggies. There will be a buggy park but cannot guarantee cover. Please prepare accordingly and these are left at your own risk. Children must remain under the care and supervision of their adult at all times. Should you need any additional help or assistance, please speak to a member of our team on site and they will do their best to accommodate
Edinburgh's Christmas - Santa's Stories
West Princes Street Gardens
Edinburgh's Christmas - Santa's Stories
Piccolo Tent
Event Details: 18:30 (6:30pm) Pre Procession entertainment19:30 (7:30 pm) Torchlight Procession leaves The MeadowsLocation: The Meadows Find the map here – use google maps locating meadows Edinburgh’s Hogmanay is proud to present the spectacular Torchlight Procession, welcoming over 15,000 torch bearers and friends from around the world to once again illuminate the historic capital with a spectacular river of fire. Torchlight Procession launches the Edinburgh’s Hogmanay festival and signals the start of global New Year celebrations, creating a carnival atmosphere with live Street Theatre, Fire Performers and Drummers, getting everyone warmed-up before the Massed Pipes & Drums and Vikings from Shetland’s South Mainland Up Helly Aa’ Jarl Squad lead the procession from the Meadows through the capital’s historic Old Town. Route and Directions: The Torchlight Procession 2025 will start at The Meadows, participants will be lead through the picturesque surroundings of the historic Old Town finishing beneath Edinburgh Castle. Ticket Information: Ticket type: e-ticket One torch required per four people; additional torches/wristbands are needed for each group member. Please note you will need to purchase at least one torch per four people. You must have a Torch or Procession Wristband to participate in this year’s Torchlight Procession. If there is more than one person in your group, you MUST purchase additional torches or wristbands for them to participate in the Procession. We would recommend one torch between two persons in a group. Anyone under 16yrs MUST be accompanied at all times by an adult over 18 years of age. No children’s buggies are permitted in the Procession Instructions for Torch Collection: E-tickets will be scanned on the day from Torch Collections Points in The Meadows and exchanged for Torches and wristbands. Torch & Wristband Collection is available from 14:00 (2pm). Information for E-tickets: Torch & Wristband collection points can be located in The Meadows and will be open from 14:00 (2pm) A donation of £2.00 will be made to our official charity partners from each torch. A donation of 75p will be made to our official charity partners from each Procession Wristband. Torches and Procession Wristbands will only be distributed to ticket holders. Procession queuing lanes open from 5pm at The Meadows All participants MUST wear a Torchlight wristband to be permitted on the Procession route. Event Guidelines: Torchlight Procession is an outdoor event using wax-based torches. Please dress appropriately. Please wear warm outdoor clothing and suitable footwear for walking No children’s buggies are permitted in the Procession Torchlight Procession is a very busy outdoor event, please ensure you have a charged mobile phone for communicating with friends and family… and for taking lots of photos Torch collection points will be open from 14:00 (2pm) on the day, and we would recommend collecting your torches and procession wristbands early to avoid queuing closer to the event. Accessibility Information: Please check our Access Guide for more information. Safety Information: Torchlight Procession is an incredibly safe event, but we need participants to help maintain this and follow all safety instructions when carrying torches. Event Stewards and staff are there to help you. Please don’t be worried about asking for help in any situation, whether to assist with event information, lighting, extinguishing torches or reporting something or someone you are concerned about. In the Interests of safety, Event Organisers reserve the right to conduct security searches of bags and clothing on entry. Avoid bringing any bags larger than a sheet of A3 paper (297mm x 420mm) Torches will be lit before departure by trained Event Stewards. Participants must not light torches until instructed to by an Event Steward. Torches are wax-based (like a big candle), and safety guards are supplied to protect hands from dripping wax. Please note – when windy, wax from the torches can be blown onto clothing. Whilst easily removable (Top Tip – an iron and brown paper will remove wax), please dress appropriately and do not carry torches wearing delicate fabrics. Please stay on designated paths and roads for the Procession and be aware of other participants with torch flames. All torches will be extinguished and disposed of at the end location of the Torchlight Procession. Extinguishing points will also be located throughout the route for anyone who wishes to dispose of their torch. Please report any suspicious activities or safety concerns to the event staff. No children’s buggies are permitted in the Procession Prohibited Items: Participants cannot use any other open flames at the eventOrganisers reserve the right to remove anyone deemed to be under the influence of alcohol or illegal substances and will not be permitted to participate in the event Please note the following list of prohibited items which will not be permitted at the event for safety: No Alcohol No Glass of any kind No Flares or Smoke Canisters No Chinese Lanterns No portable laser equipment or pens No pyrotechnics/fireworks (we have more than enough for everyone to enjoy) No Drones No Children’s Buggies No Umbrellas No Dogs or Animals (except registered assistance dogs) No unauthorised professional film or camera equipment. Cameras for personal use are welcome.
Edinburgh's Hogmanay - Torchlight Procession
Edinburgh's Hogmanay - Torchlight Procession
Night Afore Hoolie with Peat & Diesel PEAT & DIESELplus special guestRuMac Tuesday 30 December 2025West Princes Street Gardens, EdinburghDoors 18.00 (Event ends approx. 22:30) Ticket Prices• Enclosure: £37.50 plus booking fee• Gardens: £32.50 plus booking fee• Premium Viewing: £60 plus booking feeGeneral admission standing areas in both Enclosure and Gardens. DescriptionEdinburgh’s Hogmanay has announced the first artists for 2025’s celebrations with Scottish folk rock stars Peat & Diesel set to headline this year’s Night Afore Hoolie joined by Scottish accordion sensation RuMac, kick-starting Hogmanay 2025 celebrations in style with an unmatched night of Scottish music.Blending Scottish folk and Celtic punk, Peat & Diesel will perform a barnstorming set underneath the backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, marking their debut at Edinburgh’s Hogmanay with a 5,000 capacity headline show.Since forming in Stornoway in 2018, Peat & Diesel have sold out Glasgow’s Barrowland Ballroom, played Glastonbury and headlined Celtic Connections with their mix of folk, punk and rock which blends tongue-in-cheek lyrics about island life. The trio’s raucous Celtic punk has seen them pick up trophies at the Scot Trad Music Awards and garner a cult following of fans from across the UK, and will be joined by Ullapool accordionist Ruairidh MacLean, ‘RuMac’, who recently shot into the spotlight, winning over audiences on ‘Britain's Got Talent’ and ‘28 Years Later’, as well as festival slots at Belladrum Tartan Heart and more. Age: 12+ (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over 18)Warning: Please note this is an outdoor event in winter, please dress for the weather. Event InfoTaking place in West Princes Street Gardens and set against the backdrop of the iconic Edinburgh Castle. Access to Premium Outdoor Bars, street food, and dedicated toilet facilities within the Gardens. Entrances:• South Gate – Bank Street (down the Mound into Princes St Gardens via the Floral Clock Gardens Gate)• West Gate – Princes Street (West‑End into Princes St Gardens via West‑end Gardens Gate)• Accessible Gate – Kings Stables Road (St Cuthberts Church into Princes St Gardens via Golden Gates) Important Notes:• Night Afore Hoolie is an all‑standing outdoor event in winter – be prepared for busy conditions and cold weather.• Night Afore Hoolie takes place in a designated event arena in West Princes Street Gardens.• Please confirm your preferred entrance gate when you book tickets.• No under‑12s permitted.• Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult over 18.• No alcohol can be brought into the event.• Re‑entry is NOT permitted.• Doors open at 6pm; stage starts approx. 7pm – late arrival may result in queuing.• Strict NO‑DRONE policy.• No bags larger than A3 (297 mm × 420 mm).• Event organisers reserve the right to conduct security searches of bags and clothing on entry. Ticket TypesENCLOSURE TICKETS: Exclusive premium standing viewing area directly in front of the concert stage, set beneath Edinburgh Castle.GARDENS TICKETS: Standing viewing area surrounding the enclosure within the Night Afore Hoolie arena beneath Edinburgh Castle.PREMIUM AREA: Limited availability. Exclusive access to a designated Premium Viewing Platform overlooking the enclosure beneath Edinburgh Castle, with PREMIUM BAR, FOOD FACILITIES, and TOILET FACILITIES reserved for Premium Ticket Holders only.
Edinburgh's Hogmanay - Night Afore Concert
West Princes Street Gardens
The world-famous Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party returns to the historic city centre, to once again light-up the Edinburgh skies, at one of the world’s greatest New Year celebrations. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Edinburgh Castle, this year 45,000 revellers from around the globe, will party their way into 2026 with a feast of entertainment throughout the city centre, including live music, DJ’s, Giant Screens, International Street Theatre, Pipers, Drummers, funfair attractions, delicious street food & drink throughout the arena, creating a carnival of light and sound to bring in the New Year. Edinburgh’s Hogmanay also welcomes the return of pyrotechnic wizards Titanium to once again design one of the world’s best New Year firework displays, launched from the stunning setting of Edinburgh Castle for an unforgettable firework and light spectacular. Edinburgh’s Hogmanay is proud to support local charity partners with fundraising throughout the festival, and additional donation options when buying tickets. Gates open: 20:00 (8pm) Last Admission: 23:00 (11pm) Entertainment Live: 21:00 (9pm) Early Bird Edinburgh Local £23.50 plus booking fees (inc. 50p charity donation) Edinburgh Local (Post Early Birds) £26.00 plus booking fees (inc. 50p charity donation) Early Bird £30.00 plus booking fees (inc. 50p charity donation) General Admission Ticket £33.00 plus booking fees (inc. 50p charity donation) Set against the stunning backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, dance your way into 2026 with live soundtracks and become part of the spectacular Midnight Moment with the best views of one of the world’s best New Year fireworks displays. Live soundtracks relayed to the whole arena, and Giant Screens that line the streets. Live street performers creating a carnival atmosphere throughout the event Access to extensive range of outdoor bars, street food and toilets throughout the arena General Admission entry through Street Party main gates (3 entrance gates). Accessibility Information Please check our Access Guide for more information. EH Postcode Discount £6.00 discount for Edinburgh residents with registered addresses with a valid EH postcode (Limited Availability). Please ensure you have logged in to your account before adding tickets to your basket. Important Info: All tickets for the Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Celebrations this year with UniqueAssembly are paperless e-tickets. On the night, just show the QR code in your confirmation email to our Front of House team, and they will scan this to allow entry. The QR code in the confirmation email contains all tickets, and all tickets will be validated upon scan, so please make sure all parties arrive together. Please have the QR code ready to show upon your arrival, and be aware that internet access may be limited due to the large number of people in the area. Please note Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party tickets DO NOT allow access into the Concert in the Gardens event in West Princes Street Gardens. Re-entry to the event is NOT permitted (i.e. leaving the Street Party arena and then trying to regain admittance). No persons under 12 years of age are permitted at the Street Party. Anyone under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult over 18 years of age. Alcohol can be brought into the Street Party event arena in only plastic or metal containers under 500ml. Glass is not permitted. The maximum number of containers you can bring into the Street Party event arena is 4 per person. This event has a strict NO-DRONE policy. Avoid bringing any bags larger than a sheet of A3 paper (297mm x 420mm). Please note, in the interests of safety, Event Organisers reserve the right to conduct security searches of bags and clothing on entry. Please arrive early; the last entry 23:00 (11pm). Please note specific entry gates may be closed temporarily throughout the event for safety reasons. You would be directed to your nearest entrance gate on arrival. Please note: this is an outdoor event taking place in winter in Scotland. Please dress accordingly and note that we operate a no-umbrellas policy for safety reasons and to ensure sightlines of other people. We will provide weather updates across all four days of events and be prepared for all weather eventualities. Entry Gates: Edinburgh's Hogmanay Street Party offers three designated entrances for attendees. Please note that once purchased, entry gates cannot be exchanged or modified under any circumstances. Kindly enter through your chosen gate as specified. South Gate Entry - Bank Street/Top of the Mound East Gate Entry - Princes Street East End near Balmoral Hotel West Gate Entry - Princes Street West End near Johnnie Walker. Click here to see the Street Party Gate Map.
Edinburgh's Hogmanay - Street Party
Edinburgh's Hogmanay Street Party
Street Party Mega Silent Disco STREET PARTY MEGA SILENT DISCOWednesday 31st December 2025… and into the New YearEdinburgh City CentreEntertainment Live 9pm – 12:45am Ticket PricesStreet Party & Mega Silent Disco Ticket (limited availability): £39.50 plus booking fees and 50p charity donationLocal EH Ticket Offer (limited availability): £32.00 plus booking fees and 50p charity donation Edinburgh’s Hogmanay and Silent Adventures are delighted to present the return of the Silent Adventures Mega Silent Disco for this year’s Edinburgh Hogmanay!Located with epic views of the fireworks and Edinburgh Castle on Market Street, the legendary Silent Adventures Team return for a night of dancefloor bangers and sing-along anthems from DJ James Longworth & Special Guests. There will be three different genres of music to choose from using state of the art headphones. Party-goers can also tune into the official fireworks soundtrack at midnight then dance the night into 2026. Silent Adventures Director Jay Feeney enthuses “we can’t wait to get back onto Market Street and lead everyone in song and dance for this year’s Edinburgh’s Hogmanay. The atmosphere of so many people dancing together on the street together is electric. We will be bringing the beats to the streets!” Street Party Silent Disco tickets are limited and also provide access into the full Street Party arena and entertainment. Edinburgh’s Hogmanay is proud to support local charity partners. 50p from each booking goes to local charities, plus additional donation options when buying tickets. Important Info:- Entry to the Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party & Mega Silent Disco via: • Bank Street / Top of The Mound (South City Centre)- Please note the Silent Adventure Mega Silent Disco can only be accessed with a Street Party & Mega Silent Disco Ticket.- Standard Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party tickets DO NOT allow access into the Silent Adventures Mega Silent Disco.- No persons under 12 years of age permitted at the Street Party.- Anyone under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult over 18 years of age.- Alcohol can be brought into the Street Party event arena in plastic or metal containers under 500ml.- Maximum number of containers you can bring into the Street Party event arena is 4 per person.- This event has a strict NO DRONE policy.- Avoid bringing any bags larger than a sheet of A3 paper (297mm x 420mm).- In the interests of safety, Event Organisers reserve the right to conduct security searches of bags and clothing on entry.- Please arrive early, last entry 11pm. Note that specific entry gates may be closed temporarily throughout the event for safety reasons. You will be directed to your nearest entrance gate on arrival.
Edinburgh's Hogmanay - Street Party
Edinburgh's Hogmanay Street Party
Try it if you dare! Edinburgh’s Christmas hosts the world's largest transportable Star Flyer! At a whopping 80m tall, the Starflyer towers over the East Princes Street Garden Christmas Market and provides the finest (and most thrilling!) views of the stunning city centre skyline. Hold on tight and enjoy the views as you fly high above the rooftops! Restrictions: Riders must be a minimum 1.2m in height Riders under 1.4m must be accompanied by a responsible paying adult No babes in arms Rules: No leaning over the safety bar at any time No swinging on the chairs Remove all loose footwear No sharp objects, food, drink or bags on the ride Small children can only ride when accompanied by a responsible paying adult Each seat must be occupied by one individual, no doubling up. 2 persons in 1 car Please secure all valuables as management will not be responsible for any loss or damage You must have a valid ticket to enter the ride
Edinburgh's Christmas - Star Flyer
East Princes Street Gardens
The LNER Big Wheel returns to East Princes Street Gardens to give passengers a unique perspective of our spectacular city. Enjoy the comfort of the enclosed and weather-proof pods with incredible views of the historic Old Town, Edinburgh Castle and Arthur’s Seat, and sparkling evening views of Edinburgh’s Christmas attractions. One ride on the Big Wheel won’t be enough! Edinburgh residents with proof of their EH postcode will receive a 20% discount. Family tickets are also available. Family tickets are valid for four people with a maximum of 2 adults. Tickets are valid for one visit at any time on your selected date. Open 10:00—22:00 pm (last admission 21:30 pm). Tickets are date-specific, but there are no set time slots—admission is on a first-come, first-served basis. Please allow extra time if you plan to attend during busy periods. Each pod can fit up to 6 people – at peak times you may be required to share with others, pods are not exclusive. An adult ticket holder must accompany children 13 and under. If you can toddle, a ticket is required. The Big Wheel pods can accommodate manual wheelchair users. LNER BIG WHEEL OPENING AND CLOSING HOURS Open 10am to 10pm daily with last ride at 930pm. Differing opening hours below for specific dates. Wednesday, 24th December: 10:00 - 20:00 Friday, 26th December: 12:00 - 20:00 Wednesday, 31st December: 10:00 - 17:30 Thursday, 1st January: 12:00 - 20:00 Sunday, 4th January: 10:00 - 18:00
Edinburgh's Christmas - Big Wheel
Big Wheel
Those wintery scenes from our favourite Christmas films, of grabbing your skates and gliding along ice where just a short while before there was none are etched in all our minds! This is brought each year to the heart of Edinburgh where you can glide along our purpose-built ice rink, amongst the city's historic streets that tell tales of centuries of their own festive cheer. From the wannabe-professional figure skater, the daring independent child speeding along on their own, the Bambi on ice and the “I'll push off at the next turn” barrier huggers our ice rink will bring memories for a lifetime. From a family day out, a break between the girls shopping trip or a romantic little date for two (or more...), grab your skates and meet us on the ice. Then relive the pirouettes - intended or not – in the Winter Warming Bar after. We provide Relaxed sessions, for those who need a little more space to enjoy and something kinder on the senses. We also host Toddler sessions, for wee ones who are too small for the skates in public sessions and Late Skates, for adults looking for a bit of a boogie on the ice. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult (18+), no babes in arms. Any children attending a Standard session must fit a minimum child size 8 shoe - we will have designated sessions for the wee ones Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult after 8 pm Please arrive 20 minutes before your time slot to get your skates on before your session starts! For safety reasons, you are not allowed to take photographs whilst on the ice. However, spectators can take photos from the viewing platforms around the rink For safety reasons, bags are not permitted on the ice and must be checked into our cloakroom for a fee of £2. This must be paid by card only The minimum skate size boot on the rink is a children's size 8, and the maximum is an adult size 15 Skate hire is included in your ticket price, but you're also welcome to bring your own skates, subject to suitability checks (Please note: speed skates are not allowed.) Skating aid penguins are available for younger children at an additional cost of £5. These can be purchased at the Ice rink. Only children under 1.2m tall with skates on can use the Penguins. Subject to availability Wheelchair users are welcome on the rink in any session. Please note, motorised wheelchairs must be in manual mode whilst on the ice. For further information, please contact access@unique-assembly.co.uk
Edinburgh's Christmas - Ice Skating
Ice Rink
Santa will once again be visiting Edinburgh's Christmas with his elves to delight the little ones with our celebrated Santa’s Stories experience. The magic of Christmas is brought to life, as Santa and his helpers make Edinburgh their home for the season! The halls of his cabin are decked, the hot chocolate simmering away and blankets toasted to keep your tootsies warm as we settle in for a festive tale and to meet the big man himself. All performances last approximately 20 minutes. Relaxed, Audio Described and BSL interpreted sessions will be available. Check the listing when it's time to book. Babes in Arms Policy. Regardless of age, all children attending require a ticket to attend Santa's Stories Session. For example, if an adult accompanies one child, please select a Child + Adult ticket; if additional adults will be attending, you may add an extra Adult ticket. Each child’s ticket includes a special gift and a memorable photo opportunity with Santa. Additional info to help with your visit: Santa’s Stories is located in West Princes St Gardens Please note that your ticket is valid for your booked time ONLY. These are slotted sessions and cannot be transferred to another time. Please make your way to the venue and show your ticket to our Front of House staff Please try to arrive 10 minutes before your allotted time Children must be accompanied by one adult as included with your ticket. Any additional adults should be booked in in advance. There is no room in the venue for prams or buggies. There will be a buggy park but cannot guarantee cover. Please prepare accordingly and these are left at your own risk. Children must remain under the care and supervision of their adult at all times. Should you need any additional help or assistance, please speak to a member of our team on site and they will do their best to accommodate
Edinburgh's Christmas - Santa's Stories
West Princes Street Gardens
Edinburgh's Christmas - Santa's Stories
Piccolo Tent
Event Details: 18:30 (6:30pm) Pre Procession entertainment19:30 (7:30 pm) Torchlight Procession leaves The MeadowsLocation: The Meadows Find the map here – use google maps locating meadows Edinburgh’s Hogmanay is proud to present the spectacular Torchlight Procession, welcoming over 15,000 torch bearers and friends from around the world to once again illuminate the historic capital with a spectacular river of fire. Torchlight Procession launches the Edinburgh’s Hogmanay festival and signals the start of global New Year celebrations, creating a carnival atmosphere with live Street Theatre, Fire Performers and Drummers, getting everyone warmed-up before the Massed Pipes & Drums and Vikings from Shetland’s South Mainland Up Helly Aa’ Jarl Squad lead the procession from the Meadows through the capital’s historic Old Town. Route and Directions: The Torchlight Procession 2025 will start at The Meadows, participants will be lead through the picturesque surroundings of the historic Old Town finishing beneath Edinburgh Castle. Ticket Information: Ticket type: e-ticket One torch required per four people; additional torches/wristbands are needed for each group member. Please note you will need to purchase at least one torch per four people. You must have a Torch or Procession Wristband to participate in this year’s Torchlight Procession. If there is more than one person in your group, you MUST purchase additional torches or wristbands for them to participate in the Procession. We would recommend one torch between two persons in a group. Anyone under 16yrs MUST be accompanied at all times by an adult over 18 years of age. No children’s buggies are permitted in the Procession Instructions for Torch Collection: E-tickets will be scanned on the day from Torch Collections Points in The Meadows and exchanged for Torches and wristbands. Torch & Wristband Collection is available from 14:00 (2pm). Information for E-tickets: Torch & Wristband collection points can be located in The Meadows and will be open from 14:00 (2pm) A donation of £2.00 will be made to our official charity partners from each torch. A donation of 75p will be made to our official charity partners from each Procession Wristband. Torches and Procession Wristbands will only be distributed to ticket holders. Procession queuing lanes open from 5pm at The Meadows All participants MUST wear a Torchlight wristband to be permitted on the Procession route. Event Guidelines: Torchlight Procession is an outdoor event using wax-based torches. Please dress appropriately. Please wear warm outdoor clothing and suitable footwear for walking No children’s buggies are permitted in the Procession Torchlight Procession is a very busy outdoor event, please ensure you have a charged mobile phone for communicating with friends and family… and for taking lots of photos Torch collection points will be open from 14:00 (2pm) on the day, and we would recommend collecting your torches and procession wristbands early to avoid queuing closer to the event. Accessibility Information: Please check our Access Guide for more information. Safety Information: Torchlight Procession is an incredibly safe event, but we need participants to help maintain this and follow all safety instructions when carrying torches. Event Stewards and staff are there to help you. Please don’t be worried about asking for help in any situation, whether to assist with event information, lighting, extinguishing torches or reporting something or someone you are concerned about. In the Interests of safety, Event Organisers reserve the right to conduct security searches of bags and clothing on entry. Avoid bringing any bags larger than a sheet of A3 paper (297mm x 420mm) Torches will be lit before departure by trained Event Stewards. Participants must not light torches until instructed to by an Event Steward. Torches are wax-based (like a big candle), and safety guards are supplied to protect hands from dripping wax. Please note – when windy, wax from the torches can be blown onto clothing. Whilst easily removable (Top Tip – an iron and brown paper will remove wax), please dress appropriately and do not carry torches wearing delicate fabrics. Please stay on designated paths and roads for the Procession and be aware of other participants with torch flames. All torches will be extinguished and disposed of at the end location of the Torchlight Procession. Extinguishing points will also be located throughout the route for anyone who wishes to dispose of their torch. Please report any suspicious activities or safety concerns to the event staff. No children’s buggies are permitted in the Procession Prohibited Items: Participants cannot use any other open flames at the eventOrganisers reserve the right to remove anyone deemed to be under the influence of alcohol or illegal substances and will not be permitted to participate in the event Please note the following list of prohibited items which will not be permitted at the event for safety: No Alcohol No Glass of any kind No Flares or Smoke Canisters No Chinese Lanterns No portable laser equipment or pens No pyrotechnics/fireworks (we have more than enough for everyone to enjoy) No Drones No Children’s Buggies No Umbrellas No Dogs or Animals (except registered assistance dogs) No unauthorised professional film or camera equipment. Cameras for personal use are welcome.
Edinburgh's Hogmanay - Torchlight Procession
Edinburgh's Hogmanay - Torchlight Procession
Night Afore Hoolie with Peat & Diesel PEAT & DIESELplus special guestRuMac Tuesday 30 December 2025West Princes Street Gardens, EdinburghDoors 18.00 (Event ends approx. 22:30) Ticket Prices• Enclosure: £37.50 plus booking fee• Gardens: £32.50 plus booking fee• Premium Viewing: £60 plus booking feeGeneral admission standing areas in both Enclosure and Gardens. DescriptionEdinburgh’s Hogmanay has announced the first artists for 2025’s celebrations with Scottish folk rock stars Peat & Diesel set to headline this year’s Night Afore Hoolie joined by Scottish accordion sensation RuMac, kick-starting Hogmanay 2025 celebrations in style with an unmatched night of Scottish music.Blending Scottish folk and Celtic punk, Peat & Diesel will perform a barnstorming set underneath the backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, marking their debut at Edinburgh’s Hogmanay with a 5,000 capacity headline show.Since forming in Stornoway in 2018, Peat & Diesel have sold out Glasgow’s Barrowland Ballroom, played Glastonbury and headlined Celtic Connections with their mix of folk, punk and rock which blends tongue-in-cheek lyrics about island life. The trio’s raucous Celtic punk has seen them pick up trophies at the Scot Trad Music Awards and garner a cult following of fans from across the UK, and will be joined by Ullapool accordionist Ruairidh MacLean, ‘RuMac’, who recently shot into the spotlight, winning over audiences on ‘Britain's Got Talent’ and ‘28 Years Later’, as well as festival slots at Belladrum Tartan Heart and more. Age: 12+ (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over 18)Warning: Please note this is an outdoor event in winter, please dress for the weather. Event InfoTaking place in West Princes Street Gardens and set against the backdrop of the iconic Edinburgh Castle. Access to Premium Outdoor Bars, street food, and dedicated toilet facilities within the Gardens. Entrances:• South Gate – Bank Street (down the Mound into Princes St Gardens via the Floral Clock Gardens Gate)• West Gate – Princes Street (West‑End into Princes St Gardens via West‑end Gardens Gate)• Accessible Gate – Kings Stables Road (St Cuthberts Church into Princes St Gardens via Golden Gates) Important Notes:• Night Afore Hoolie is an all‑standing outdoor event in winter – be prepared for busy conditions and cold weather.• Night Afore Hoolie takes place in a designated event arena in West Princes Street Gardens.• Please confirm your preferred entrance gate when you book tickets.• No under‑12s permitted.• Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult over 18.• No alcohol can be brought into the event.• Re‑entry is NOT permitted.• Doors open at 6pm; stage starts approx. 7pm – late arrival may result in queuing.• Strict NO‑DRONE policy.• No bags larger than A3 (297 mm × 420 mm).• Event organisers reserve the right to conduct security searches of bags and clothing on entry. Ticket TypesENCLOSURE TICKETS: Exclusive premium standing viewing area directly in front of the concert stage, set beneath Edinburgh Castle.GARDENS TICKETS: Standing viewing area surrounding the enclosure within the Night Afore Hoolie arena beneath Edinburgh Castle.PREMIUM AREA: Limited availability. Exclusive access to a designated Premium Viewing Platform overlooking the enclosure beneath Edinburgh Castle, with PREMIUM BAR, FOOD FACILITIES, and TOILET FACILITIES reserved for Premium Ticket Holders only.
Edinburgh's Hogmanay - Night Afore Concert
West Princes Street Gardens
The world-famous Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party returns to the historic city centre, to once again light-up the Edinburgh skies, at one of the world’s greatest New Year celebrations. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Edinburgh Castle, this year 45,000 revellers from around the globe, will party their way into 2026 with a feast of entertainment throughout the city centre, including live music, DJ’s, Giant Screens, International Street Theatre, Pipers, Drummers, funfair attractions, delicious street food & drink throughout the arena, creating a carnival of light and sound to bring in the New Year. Edinburgh’s Hogmanay also welcomes the return of pyrotechnic wizards Titanium to once again design one of the world’s best New Year firework displays, launched from the stunning setting of Edinburgh Castle for an unforgettable firework and light spectacular. Edinburgh’s Hogmanay is proud to support local charity partners with fundraising throughout the festival, and additional donation options when buying tickets. Gates open: 20:00 (8pm) Last Admission: 23:00 (11pm) Entertainment Live: 21:00 (9pm) Early Bird Edinburgh Local £23.50 plus booking fees (inc. 50p charity donation) Edinburgh Local (Post Early Birds) £26.00 plus booking fees (inc. 50p charity donation) Early Bird £30.00 plus booking fees (inc. 50p charity donation) General Admission Ticket £33.00 plus booking fees (inc. 50p charity donation) Set against the stunning backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, dance your way into 2026 with live soundtracks and become part of the spectacular Midnight Moment with the best views of one of the world’s best New Year fireworks displays. Live soundtracks relayed to the whole arena, and Giant Screens that line the streets. Live street performers creating a carnival atmosphere throughout the event Access to extensive range of outdoor bars, street food and toilets throughout the arena General Admission entry through Street Party main gates (3 entrance gates). Accessibility Information Please check our Access Guide for more information. EH Postcode Discount £6.00 discount for Edinburgh residents with registered addresses with a valid EH postcode (Limited Availability). Please ensure you have logged in to your account before adding tickets to your basket. Important Info: All tickets for the Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Celebrations this year with UniqueAssembly are paperless e-tickets. On the night, just show the QR code in your confirmation email to our Front of House team, and they will scan this to allow entry. The QR code in the confirmation email contains all tickets, and all tickets will be validated upon scan, so please make sure all parties arrive together. Please have the QR code ready to show upon your arrival, and be aware that internet access may be limited due to the large number of people in the area. Please note Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party tickets DO NOT allow access into the Concert in the Gardens event in West Princes Street Gardens. Re-entry to the event is NOT permitted (i.e. leaving the Street Party arena and then trying to regain admittance). No persons under 12 years of age are permitted at the Street Party. Anyone under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult over 18 years of age. Alcohol can be brought into the Street Party event arena in only plastic or metal containers under 500ml. Glass is not permitted. The maximum number of containers you can bring into the Street Party event arena is 4 per person. This event has a strict NO-DRONE policy. Avoid bringing any bags larger than a sheet of A3 paper (297mm x 420mm). Please note, in the interests of safety, Event Organisers reserve the right to conduct security searches of bags and clothing on entry. Please arrive early; the last entry 23:00 (11pm). Please note specific entry gates may be closed temporarily throughout the event for safety reasons. You would be directed to your nearest entrance gate on arrival. Please note: this is an outdoor event taking place in winter in Scotland. Please dress accordingly and note that we operate a no-umbrellas policy for safety reasons and to ensure sightlines of other people. We will provide weather updates across all four days of events and be prepared for all weather eventualities. Entry Gates: Edinburgh's Hogmanay Street Party offers three designated entrances for attendees. Please note that once purchased, entry gates cannot be exchanged or modified under any circumstances. Kindly enter through your chosen gate as specified. South Gate Entry - Bank Street/Top of the Mound East Gate Entry - Princes Street East End near Balmoral Hotel West Gate Entry - Princes Street West End near Johnnie Walker. Click here to see the Street Party Gate Map.
Edinburgh's Hogmanay - Street Party
Edinburgh's Hogmanay Street Party
Street Party Mega Silent Disco STREET PARTY MEGA SILENT DISCOWednesday 31st December 2025… and into the New YearEdinburgh City CentreEntertainment Live 9pm – 12:45am Ticket PricesStreet Party & Mega Silent Disco Ticket (limited availability): £39.50 plus booking fees and 50p charity donationLocal EH Ticket Offer (limited availability): £32.00 plus booking fees and 50p charity donation Edinburgh’s Hogmanay and Silent Adventures are delighted to present the return of the Silent Adventures Mega Silent Disco for this year’s Edinburgh Hogmanay!Located with epic views of the fireworks and Edinburgh Castle on Market Street, the legendary Silent Adventures Team return for a night of dancefloor bangers and sing-along anthems from DJ James Longworth & Special Guests. There will be three different genres of music to choose from using state of the art headphones. Party-goers can also tune into the official fireworks soundtrack at midnight then dance the night into 2026. Silent Adventures Director Jay Feeney enthuses “we can’t wait to get back onto Market Street and lead everyone in song and dance for this year’s Edinburgh’s Hogmanay. The atmosphere of so many people dancing together on the street together is electric. We will be bringing the beats to the streets!” Street Party Silent Disco tickets are limited and also provide access into the full Street Party arena and entertainment. Edinburgh’s Hogmanay is proud to support local charity partners. 50p from each booking goes to local charities, plus additional donation options when buying tickets. Important Info:- Entry to the Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party & Mega Silent Disco via: • Bank Street / Top of The Mound (South City Centre)- Please note the Silent Adventure Mega Silent Disco can only be accessed with a Street Party & Mega Silent Disco Ticket.- Standard Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party tickets DO NOT allow access into the Silent Adventures Mega Silent Disco.- No persons under 12 years of age permitted at the Street Party.- Anyone under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult over 18 years of age.- Alcohol can be brought into the Street Party event arena in plastic or metal containers under 500ml.- Maximum number of containers you can bring into the Street Party event arena is 4 per person.- This event has a strict NO DRONE policy.- Avoid bringing any bags larger than a sheet of A3 paper (297mm x 420mm).- In the interests of safety, Event Organisers reserve the right to conduct security searches of bags and clothing on entry.- Please arrive early, last entry 11pm. Note that specific entry gates may be closed temporarily throughout the event for safety reasons. You will be directed to your nearest entrance gate on arrival.
Edinburgh's Hogmanay - Street Party
Edinburgh's Hogmanay Street Party