Tony Blair was PM, Eminem was the biggest pop star on the planet, and local author JK Rowling was releasing Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.
We’ve dug deep into our photo archives to bring you 25 images of Auld Reekie as it ushered in a new year, a new decade, a 21st century – and a new Millennium.
9. Scotsman HQ
The Scotsman Publications headquarters, Barclay House, 108 Holyrood Road, 16 February 2000. Photo: BILL HENRY
10. Bragging rights
Juanjo was the hero for Hearts, as the Jambos finished the season on a high by defeating Hibs 2-1 at Tynecastle and qualifying for the UEFA Cup. Photo: Tony Marsh
11. Moby at Edinburgh Castle Hogmanay 2000..Pic Neil Hanna
Moby was the star attraction at Edinburgh Castle on Hogmanay 2000. Photo: Neil Hanna
12. The deluge
Murrayfield Stadium's head groundsperson Heather MacKinnon wades through water following flooding due to heavy rainfall in the city, 27 April 2000. Photo: PAUL CHAPPELLS