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.

29. Happy kids
The Shepherds Fountain Lodge 1964 Christmas Party in Edinburgh. | TSPL Photo: Iconic Media

30. Have a Hibby Christmas
Hibs player Ross Chisholm helps Harrison Weir (4 - son of Mickey) post his Santa Wish List in the club shop in 2008. | TSPL Photo: Iconic Media

31. Down the docks
The Leith Docks Commission Welfare Club's Childrens Christmas Party in 1964. | TSPL Photo: Iconic Media

32. Jambo Santa
Santa Claus arrived at the children's party held by the Craigmillar Hearts Supporter's Club in Niddrie Mains Terrace Edinburgh, in December, 1964. | TSPL Photo: Iconic Media


