The Hogmanay street party held on Princes Street and nearby areas takes place in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Edinburgh's Hogmanay is a major New Year's celebration featuring concerts, torchlight events, street entertainment, and fireworks. The word “Hogmanay” is the Scottish term for the final day of the old year and the associated New Year's festivities. The modern organized festival developed particularly strongly in the late twentieth century.
The city’s central location makes Edinburgh Castle an important visual backdrop for the celebrations. Princes Street lies below the castle and provides a prominent setting for large public gatherings, while nearby streets host additional events. The program has changed over time, but music, procession, and fireworks remain recurring elements.
Hogmanay customs also include first-footing: traditionally, the first person to enter a home after midnight is expected to bring good fortune, sometimes symbolized by gifts such as whisky, shortbread, or coal. This custom is distinct from the street party itself.