Edinburgh hosts the Hogmanay Torchlight Procession traditionally held on New Year's Eve in Scotland.
Edinburgh's Hogmanay is a major winter festival centered on the Scottish New Year. One of its best-known events is the Torchlight Procession, in which participants carry torches through the city toward a concluding gathering. The route and format have changed over time, but the procession is associated with Edinburgh's historic streets and landmarks.
Hogmanay is the Scottish name for New Year's celebrations and includes several events beyond the torchlight march. Edinburgh has also been known for a large street party, concerts, and the traditional singing of “Auld Lang Syne” at midnight.
The procession is sometimes confused with Hogmanay itself. Hogmanay refers broadly to the celebration, while the Torchlight Procession is one particular Edinburgh event within the festival program. Dates, routes, and arrangements can be modified for safety or local planning.