Last updated: November 11, 2024
Embark on an exciting festive adventure in Bearsden with our guide. Discover all the top holiday happenings. For those who know Bearsden like the back of their hand and those still finding their way, our guide is your holiday compass.
This season, the charming **Edinburgh's Christmas** offers a delightful blend of festive markets, thrilling rides, and sparkling lights that bring the city to life. With its magical atmosphere, you can indulge in festive treats and shop for unique gifts. Meanwhile, the vibrant **Edinburgh's Hogmanay Street Party** features live music, a spectacular fireworks display, and plenty of celebratory spirit, perfect for ringing in the New Year. And the **Castle of Light** is something you definitely don't want to miss, as it transforms the historic Edinburgh Castle into a dazzling spectacle that captivates visitors of all ages. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Award-winning light trail with new installations and festive atmosphere.
Explore the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh's illuminated trail featuring flickering candles, colour-changing lights, and festive snacks. Enjoy a stroll through the gardens with seasonal treats and drinks, including spiced winter warmers and toasted marshmallows.
Where: Edinburgh | More Info: Christmas at the Botanics
Illuminated trail with stunning lighting effects and festive activities.
Beecraigs Festive Forest is a spectacular event set in the beauty of Beecraigs Country Park near Linlithgow. It features an illuminated trail, Santa's Grotto, Mrs Claus Storytelling Experience, festive street food and drink, and various attractions.
Where: Linlithgow | More Info: Beecraigs Festive Forest
Traditional Christmas Markets and funfair rides in the historic city centre.
Edinburgh's Christmas transforms the historic city centre into a vibrant destination for festive family fun, featuring traditional Christmas Markets, funfair rides, spectacular live outdoor events, and delicious food and drink.
Where: Edinburgh | More Info: Edinburgh's Christmas
Traditional Christmas Market with iconic rides and local producers.
East Princes Street Gardens hosts a traditional Christmas Market with around 70 stalls featuring local and international producers selling handmade gifts, bespoke products, tasty treats, and delicious drinks. The market also includes the Big Wheel, Santa Train, and various rides like the Helter Skelter and Starflyer.
Where: Edinburgh | More Info: East Princes Street Gardens Christmas Market
Ice rink and festive market in George Square and St Enoch Square.
Glasgow Winterfest is a vibrant celebration in the heart of Glasgow, featuring an ice rink, festive rides, and a variety of stalls selling handmade goods and seasonal treats.
Where: Glasgow | More Info: Glasgow Winterfest
Local Scottish brands and crafts in a historic setting.
The Stirling Castle Christmas Shopping Fayre is a vibrant marketplace in the Great Hall, showcasing local Scottish brands, crafts, and fine foods and drinks. Enjoy wonderful music from a brass band and indulge in delicious mince pies and mulled wine.
Where: Stirling | More Info: Stirling Christmas Market
Interactive light and sound show on historic castle walls.
Edinburgh Castle transforms into a spectacular after-dark trail with immersive displays, interactive installations, and music, bringing Edinburgh's stories to life on its walls.
Where: Edinburgh | More Info: The Castle of Light
Spectacular fireworks display at midnight.
Edinburgh's Hogmanay Street Party is a world-famous celebration featuring live bands, DJs, street theatre, and unforgettable fireworks against the backdrop of Edinburgh Castle.
Where: Edinburgh | More Info: Edinburgh's Hogmanay Street Party
20,000 participants carrying torches through Edinburgh's historic Old Town.
The Torchlight Procession is a spectacular event where 20,000 participants carry torches through Edinburgh's historic Old Town, creating a river of fire. The procession starts at the Meadows with live street theatre, fire performers, pipe bands, and drummers, before Vikings from Shetland’s South Mainland Up Helly Aa’ Jarl Squad lead the way, drawing attention to homelessness and raising funds for Social Bite.
Where: Edinburgh | More Info: Torchlight Procession