With the big day now under a week away, we decided to check out how the people of Edinburgh celebrated Christmas in the past.
We’ve delved into our photo archive to pull out these Christmas crackers from the 1960s through to the 21st century, with fantastic festive memories from work and kids Christmas parties, Santa visits and much more.
See our Christmas memories photo gallery below.
9. Pulling a cracker
Workmates from Standard Life enjoyed their Christmas lunch at the Standing Order on George Street in 2001. | TSPL
10. Festive fun
The McDonald Road Fire Station Christmas Party in 1973. | TSPL Photo: Iconic Media
11. Balloons
At the Children's Christmas party held by the firemen of the Leith Fire Station in Dr Bell's School, in December 1964, a baby plays with balloons. | TSPL Photo: Iconic Media
12. Hearts Christmas cheer
Hearts players Eggert Jonsson and Ryan McGowan were at the 2011 Christmas lunch for the homeless at the Ark in New Street. | TSPL Photo: Ian Rutherford