No one does Hogmanay quite like Edinburgh. Since its inaugural event in 1993, the city has become renowned for its stunning New Year’s Eve party, attracting millions of visitors from across the world. This year's line-up features a typically cracking list of acts and events to help ring in the bells.

Concert In The Gardens with Texas and special guest Callum Beattie

It’s been quite a year for Texas. In 2024, the Glasgow band, who exploded onto the scene in 1989, sold out arena shows across the UK, including two spectacular nights at the Glasgow Hydro. Their highly anticipated return to Edinburgh's Hogmanay will make them the first band to headline the festival three times. Responsible for 40 million record sales, Texas have cemented their position as one of the UK’s most popular bands. 

They’ll be joined by special guest Callum Beattie. The Edinburgh native, whose debut album, People Like Us, charted at number one, recently sold out two nights at the Usher Hall.

Holding proceedings together will be the legendary Glasgow comedian Susie McCabe. Winner of this year’s Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award, McCabe rounds off a spectacular year that included a win for Best New Show at the Leicester Comedy Festival. Reviewing her Edinburgh Fringe show this year, we said, ‘Her anecdotal gags are unmatched, and her sell-out audience just can’t get enough.’

West Princes Street Gardens, Tuesday 31 December. Tickets on sale now.

Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party

Set against the iconic backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, the world-famous Street Party will welcome 45,000 guests, hosted by time travelling DJ Hot Dub Time Machine with special guests. Leading up to midnight, revellers will be entertained by a carnival atmosphere filled with live music, DJs, street theatre, funfair rides, food and drink, before a spectacular firework and light display rounds off the evening. Silent Disco fans can also take part in the Silent Adventures Mega Silent Disco as part of the Street Party. These events are separate from Concert In The Garden and require their own tickets.

Princes Street, Tuesday 31 December. Tickets on sale now.

Torchlight Procession

This spectacular river of fire will light up the city from the flames of 20,000 torch bearers. Be a part of the act, and enjoy live street theatre, fire performers, drummers before proceeding through the capital's Old Town, lead by Shetland’s South Mainland Up Helly Aa Jarl squad.

The Meadows, Sunday 29 December. Tickets on sale now.

Night Afore Concert: Idlewild plus special guests

Edinburgh’s own Idlewild present an evening of indie rock, featuring special guest appearances. Entering their 30th anniversary year, the band, best known for era-defining albums like 100 Broken Windows and The Remote Part, will perform a set of anthemic classics in the stunning halls of Edinburgh's Assembly Rooms.

Assembly Rooms, George Street, Monday 30 December. Tickets on sale now.

Bairns New Year Revels

Why should grown-ups have all the fun? This special event gives youngsters the chance to party, with a family ceilidh, live music, dancing and Hogmanay shenanigans. It’s a fun, relaxed way to let everyone see in the New Year.

Assembly Rooms, George Street. Tickets on sale now.

Full details are available at Edinburgh's Hogmanay; main picture: Cris Matthews.