Hogmanay (/ ˈhɒɡməneɪ, ˌhɒɡməˈneɪ / HOG-mə-nay, -⁠NAY, [2] Scots: [ˌhɔɡməˈneː] [3]) is the Scots word for the last day of the old year and is synonymous with the celebration of the New Year in the …

1 day ago · New Year celebrations in Scotland are an important part of the calendar. Called Hogmanay, festivities such as fireworks and street parties take place all over Scotland and last for three days ...

2 days ago · The history of New Year's Eve street parties in Edinburgh goes back centuries.

Dec 1, 2025 · Hogmanay, New Year’s festival in Scotland and parts of northern England. The name is also used for the dole of bread, cake, or sweets then given to the children who go from house to …

3 days ago · Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Festival has evolved to become one of the greatest outdoor celebrations of New Year’s Eve in the world.

Hogmanay is the Scottish word for New Year's Eve which is celebrated on 31 December. For centuries, this time of year has been a period of merrymaking for people around the world.

Dec 3, 2025 · Hogmanay is Scotland’s lively and culturally rich New Year’s Eve celebration, marked by centuries-old traditions, community gatherings, music, and spectacular festivities. It symbolizes …

Sep 3, 2024 · “Hogmanay is a term rooted in Scottish culture, marking the final day of the departing year and a joyous welcome to the new year to come,” says Conor O’Leary, managing director at The …

15 hours ago · Heritage Hogmanay Heritage in Pictures: Here are 18 fascinating photos showing Scots celebrating New Year in the 1950s and 1960s

Consider Scotland and its vibrant Hogmanay traditions. These include the fascinating ‘first-footing’ custom and the communal singing of ‘Auld Lang Syne’, each rich with history and symbolism. The …