The Latest Breaking News from Hogmanay

Headline act for Edinburgh's 2026 Hogmanay celebration unveiled

UK dance act Underworld have been announced as the headliners for this year’s Edinburgh’s Hogmanay, with the group also set to provide a live…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 23

Dance act Underworld to headline Edinburgh’s Hogmanay celebrations

The set will include a special performance of the band’s dance anthem Born Slippy (Nuxx), which featured in the 1996 film adaptation of Trainspotting.

Evening Standard · Jun 22

Edinburgh’s Hogmanay could be part-funded by visitor levy – council leader

The so-called tourist tax will add 5% to accommodation bills in the Scottish capital from July.

Evening Standard · Dec 31, 2025

Hogmanay could get protected status in UK heritage list

Hogmanay, cheese rolling and London’s Notting Hill Carnival could be among the cultural events and traditions to be officially recognised and…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 12, 2025

Edinburgh Hogmanay organisers say format must remain despite cancellations

ORGANISERS of Edinburgh’s Hogmanay celebrations have insisted their format should not be changed despite them being called off last minute this…

The National (Scotland) · Jan 2, 2025

Warning to avoid Edinburgh's city centre for Hogmanay branded 'outrageous and absurd'

AN ANNOUNCEMENT by Edinburgh Hogmanay organisers urging people to avoid the city centre after calling off the main outdoor events amid a yellow…

The National (Scotland) · Jan 1, 2025

Hogmanay tourists having to quickly find alternatives to cancelled fireworks

One disappointed tourist said they tried to get tickets back to London because the fireworks were still happening there.

Evening Standard · Dec 31, 2024

Hogmanay revellers told to avoid Edinburgh city centre amid weather warning

EDINBURGH Hogmanay revellers have been warned to avoid the city centre unless they are going to an indoor venue following a severe weather warning…

The National (Scotland) · Dec 31, 2024

Tourists 'disappointed' after Edinburgh Hogmanay celebrations cancelled by weather

Tourists visiting Edinburgh have told of their disappointment after the main Hogmanay celebration were cancelled due to bad weather...

The National (Scotland) · Dec 31, 2024

Tourists disappointed as Edinburgh’s Hogmanay street party and fireworks axed

Some of those who had already travelled to the Scottish capital said the weather conditions are not as bad as feared.

Evening Standard · Dec 31, 2024