Hogmanay 31 Dec 2024

Hogmanay

When it comes to ringing in the New Year, Scotland takes the cake—or perhaps the haggis, its national dish. From torchlight processions to street ceilidhs, Hogmanay is the New Year"s Eve celebration that says, "Why settle for one night of celebration when you can have three?" The term "Hogmanay" has murky origins—some link it to the French "hoguinané," which means "gala day," others to Norse or Gaelic roots. But what it means today is clear: an unmissable celebration filled with fireworks, folk songs and feasting. This year, the festivities kicked off on December 29 with a dramatic torchlight procession.

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