Steeped in Scottish tradition, the spectacular procession includes street theatre, fire performers, Massed Pipes and Drums, and Vikings from Shetland’s South Mainland Up Helly Aa’ Jarl Squad.
Scotland’s top goalkeeper Craig Gordon started the procession on Monday night (December 29) to officially ignitie four days of New Year celebrations in the Capital. £2 from each torch and £1 from every procession ticket sold is donated directly to make a difference in communities across Edinburgh and Scotland.
Here are 10 pictures from Edinburgh’s Torchlight Procession 2025.
5. Vikings from Shetland’s South Mainland Up Helly Aa’ Jarl Squad led the procession through the Old Town
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6. The event also raised money for charity to make a difference in communities across Edinburgh and Scotland
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8. Steeped in Scottish tradition the event has can a carnival atmosphere with street theatre, fire performers and drummers
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