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 …

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 …

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 …

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.

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.

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 …

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, …

19 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. …