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Edinburgh Castle was illuminated for the event. | Iconic Media

Edinburgh Castle of Light 2025: 16 pictures from the annual light trail at Edinburgh Castle

Callum McCormack
By Callum McCormack

News Features Writer

Published 24th Nov 2025, 16:22 GMT

Edinburgh transforms into a winter wonderland every festive season, and Edinburgh’s Castle of Light sees its most famous landmark bathed in colourful lights.

The annual event runs throughout the festive season at Edinburgh Castle from November 21 and transforms the iconic fortress into a stage of elemental wonder. This year’s spectacular after-dark walking trail is themed ‘Fire & Ice’ and fuses Scotland’s fierce spirit with its frozen beauty.

Guests will wander through a fortress of light and encounter mythical creatures, from a mighty dragon soaring across the night sky to the Ice Queen herself in the Great Hall.

You can buy tickets for Castle of Light: Fire & Ice online.

There was something new around every corner.

9. Castle of Light 2025

There was something new around every corner. | Iconic Media

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Exploring the colourful castle was a great family adventure.

10. Castle of Light 2025

Exploring the colourful castle was a great family adventure. | Iconic Media

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There was an impressive display of lights, sound and colour.

11. Castle of Light 2025

There was an impressive display of lights, sound and colour. | Iconic Media

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The castle looked brilliant when lit up.

12. Castle of Light 2025

The castle looked brilliant when lit up. | Iconic Media

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