An attendance of 17,449 finally passed through the Tynecastle turnstiles after the coronavirus shutdown of football and restrictions prohibiting crowds left them on the outside looking in.
The capacity crowd was treated to a 1-1 draw with Aberdeen which would place both joint top of the cinch Scottish Premiership table – a position they share with Hibs.
Liam Boyce opened the scoring from the penalty spot and had the home fans on their feet, but Funso Ojo equalised for the Dons’ share of the points.
However football was just part of the day when Hearts fans came home.
Our photographer Greg McVean caught up with some as they eagerly prepared to take their seats pre-match and cheer on the Jam Tarts.
. Man in the mask
Charles Patrick McKenna showed his colours with his Hearts facemask ahead of the game with Aberdeen. Photo: Greg Macvean
. Tynecastle time
Ruaridh Horne and Poppy McKillop were looking forward to the game Photo: Greg Macvean
2. Tynecastle time
Ruaridh Horne and Poppy McKillop were looking forward to the game Photo: Greg Macvean
3. Men in maroon
Stuart Donaldson and Andy Greenhill had their replica shirts on for their big return to the ground. Photo: Greg Macvean
4. Match ready
Danny Millar with Adam (6) were heading for the home end. Photo: Greg Macvean