Edinburgh hosts the annual Hogmanay torchlight procession, one of the Scottish capital’s New Year's Eve events.
The procession typically brings torchbearers through central Edinburgh toward a major gathering area, creating a river of fire through the historic city. Its modern form became a prominent part of the city’s Hogmanay program in the 1990s, although torchlit winter processions have older Scottish and European precedents.
Edinburgh’s wider Hogmanay celebrations include concerts, street parties, and the Loony Dook on January 1. The exact route, ticketing, and arrangements can change from year to year, so the procession should not be confused with the separate main street party.
The word Hogmanay refers broadly to Scottish New Year's celebrations. Edinburgh is particularly associated with the name, but Hogmanay customs are practiced across Scotland.