Hogmanay

Description: Hogmanay is Scotland’s traditional celebration of New Year’s Eve and one of the most significant holidays in Scottish culture. The evening is filled with music, dancing, fireworks, and the famous "Auld Lang Syne" song sung at midnight. It’s a time for celebrating the year past and welcoming the new one, often with friends and family gatherings. Customary traditions such as "first-footing," where the first person to enter a home after midnight brings good luck, are also observed.

Where it’s celebrated: Hogmanay is celebrated across Scotland, especially in Edinburgh, where the street party and fireworks are internationally known. It’s also a cherished celebration in smaller towns and rural areas, often with local customs and traditions.