Tuesday 28th December 2010
Scotland open for business and ready to party
Visit Scotland
Hogmanay is being celebrated in style across Scotland from Stornoway’s Fireworks to Biggar’s Bonfire with music, street theatre, pipes, drums and street parties taking place in cities and towns across the nation.
Events are taking place the length and breadth of the country as part of Scotland’s Winter Festivals. Highlights include Glasgow’s George Square New Year Party including Scotland’s biggest outdoor ceilidh, Stonehaven’s must-see Fireball Ceremony, the Red Hot Highland Fling in Inverness, Stirling castle’s shindig and Orkney’s traditional celebrations including the New Year Ba’ Game.
Edinburgh's world-famous Hogmanay celebrations are among the most spectacular New Year’s parties on the planet - and this year is no exception. The capital will welcome 2011 and revellers from home and abroad with a packed four day programme from Thursday 30 December 2010 to Sunday 2 January 2011.
Culture Minister Fiona Hyslop said: "Scotland is the best place in the world to see in the bells and celebrations are taking place across the country.
"We Scots are known for our warm welcome – even in freezing temperatures - which is what makes Scotland such a great country to visit, all year round. We know how to throw a great party, especially at Hogmanay.
"If you are heading out, make sure you wrap up warm and check details with event organisers as well as weather and travel advice before setting off."