Edinburgh hosts the annual Hogmanay street party known for torchlight processions and concerts.
Edinburgh's Hogmanay is a major New Year's celebration centered on the Scottish capital. Its program has included a torchlight procession, concerts, a large street party and fireworks near Edinburgh Castle, although exact arrangements can vary from year to year.
The event developed from Scotland's strong Hogmanay traditions and became a prominent international festival in the late twentieth century. The name Hogmanay refers to New Year's Eve in Scotland, while the Edinburgh event is the city's branded, organized celebration.
The castle is often visible in photographs of the fireworks, but the celebration is not confined to the castle itself. It uses streets and public spaces in the city center. Scotland's first-footing custom and singing “Auld Lang Syne” are related New Year traditions, but they are separate from the official street party.