Hogmanay in Edinburgh
Celebrate New Year in Style
When it comes to New Year celebrations, few places in the world can rival Hogmanay in Edinburgh. Scotland’s capital is famous for its vibrant Edinburgh Street Party and spectacular fireworks. Edinburgh knows how to welcome the New Year in unforgettable style. Staying at our Edinburgh campsite, just 10 minutes by train from the city centre, means you can immerse yourself in the festivities and then retreat to peaceful comfort.
Why Hogmanay in Edinburgh is World-Famous
The Edinburgh Hogmanay
celebrations attract visitors from across the globe. Highlights can be
found on Edinburgh’s Winter Festival Hogmanay and include:
- Edinburgh Street Party – live bands, DJs, and performers fill Princes Street for one of the biggest New Year’s Eve parties in the world. Every year, thousands gather for the legendary Edinburgh Street Party, while the dramatic backdrop of Edinburgh Castle makes it one of the most iconic New Year’s Eve celebrations in the world.
- Torchlight Procession – Torchlight Procession launches the Edinburgh’s Hogmanay festival on 29th December creating a carnival atmosphere. A breathtaking parade of flaming torches through the city streets, symbolising Scotland’s Viking heritage. with live Street Theatre, Fire Performers and Drummers, 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.
- Edinburgh Street Party Mega Silent Disco - Located with epic views of the fireworks and Edinburgh Castle on Market Street a night of dancefloor bangers and sing-along anthems. Dance into the New Year.
- New Year Fireworks Edinburgh – the midnight Hogmanay fireworks display above Edinburgh Castle is legendary, lighting up the skyline as Auld Lang Syne rings out.
- Concert in the Gardens – big-name acts
perform beneath the Castle backdrop, adding music and magic to your Edinburgh’s
New Year’s Eve celebrations. Concerts normally take place on 30th
and 31st December.
Places to stay near Edinburgh
at New Year
Accommodation in Edinburgh city
centre gets booked up fast and prices soar over the New Year period. That’s
where Drummohr Camping and Glamping site near Edinburgh comes in:
- Lodges with hot tubs – relax in your own private hot tub after a night of dancing and fireworks
- Glamping pods Edinburgh – heated, cosy, and perfect for couples or families
- Tent & Touring Pitches – for those who love a winter adventure under the stars camping in Edinburgh
Located just a short drive, bus
or train ride from Edinburgh, Drummohr offers the perfect blend of festive fun
and peaceful retreat. The bus stop is a 5-minute walk. The bus drops you on
Princes St within the hour or the train station at Wallyford is a 20-minute
walk or 5-minute drive where there is a large free park and ride. Trains take
10 minutes to Edinburgh Waverley.
Book early to secure your festive
break and make this Hogmanay in Edinburgh truly unforgettable. We are always
fully booked for New Year in Edinburgh so make sure you book early.
If you are looking to celebrate Christmas in Edinburgh check out our blog on Visiting Edinburgh at Christmas.