You can purchase your tickets online at edinburghshogmanay.com or by calling our Box Office team on 0131 623 3033

All tickets for Edinburgh’s Hogmanay 2024 will be e-tickets. These will be emailed directly to the email address provided when booking at the time of purchase. 

If you haven’t received your tickets within 48hrs of booking, please email [email protected] with your booking reference and details.

Yes. At Edinburgh’s Hogmanay, we aim to create an event which is accessible to all. Many of our events are held within the Edinburgh streets and green spaces, but we endeavour to ensure that.

Please contact the Customer Service at [email protected] or call 0131 623 3033 to speak to a staff member about your assistance requirements, access and advice on the most suitable event for your needs.

Accessible Viewing Places are limited for the events for patrons with permanent disabilities, so please contact the Customer Service to secure at space [email protected] or call 0131 623 3033

If a customer is unable to attend an event without the assistance of a Personal Assistant (PA) or Companion, then we will provide an additional PA Ticket.

Personal Assistant (PA) / Companion tickets are provided on the expectation that they are willing and able to assist you throughout your visit, and in the event of an evacuation, they are your main point of assistance. Crowd management personnel located near the Accessible Viewing Areas will assist in moving everybody to a place of safety.

Please contact the Customer Service at [email protected] or by calling 0131 623 3033 to discuss this with a team member

Please be advised that our stewards will be conducting searches upon entry. In the interests of safety, Event Organisers reserve the right to conduct security searches of bags and clothing on entry, for prohibited items, including:

• No glass or sharp objects are allowed into the Street Party arena for health and safety reasons.
• No chairs, professional cameras, Illegal drugs, weapons, smoke canisters/flares, glass or metal/hard plastic bottles (including perfume/fragrance) or umbrellas.
• Do not bring any bags larger than a sheet of A3 paper (297mm x 420mm)
• For security reasons, cameras can only be brought into the Street Party and Concert in the Gardens if they can fit into your pocket. Selfie sticks are allowed into any of the events, however, when using selfie sticks, please be considerate of others.

• Alcohol is permitted into the Street Party but only in plastic containers and cans not exceeding 500ml. Maximum 4 per person.
• Strictly NO GLASS can be brought into the Street Party.
• Please be advised that our stewards will be conducting searches upon entry. Excess alcohol may be confiscated, and you risk being refused entry.
• You will find pay bars and food outlets throughout the Street Party. Please drink responsibly.

Street Party tickets DO NOT grant access into the Concert in the Gardens or any other event. The Street Party arena, including Princes Street and its side streets will be cordoned off for Street Party revellers. The arena is only accessible to Street Party ticket holders. 

Concert in the Gardens is a separately ticketed event.

Please ensure you check your tickets for your chosen entry gate, and you must enter via your chosen gate.

No person under 12 years old is permitted at the Street Party. The Street Party is a busy outdoor festival event, with loud noises, fireworks and significant visitor numbers, which can be uncomfortable for children and those who do not like large crowds.

Yes, there are numerous food outlets and bars throughout the arena offering a wide range of food and drink. Please drink responsibly.

Please note: This is a cashless event, and all food and drinks operate on card-only payment. 

This is an all-standing, outdoor event, so we recommend you dress appropriately for the weather conditions with sturdy footwear and waterproof clothing if required. 

Before heading to the Street Party, please look at the weather forecast and ensure you dress for an outdoor winter event!

Please Note: for safety and viewing comfort of others, umbrellas are not permitted at the event.

We are a card-only site and do not accept cash. Please note that there are no cash machines available within the arena.

• The Street Party arena, bars and attractions are open from 8pm
• Entertainment is live from 9 pm until 12.50am
• Please note: Last entry into the Street Party is 11pm, but entry gates may be closed at any time for safety reasons, and you may be redirected by event stewards to the nearest entrance in those circumstances, which may be some distance away
• Please come early to avoid disappointment
• Please make sure to check your purchased ticket for your chosen entry gate in advance of arriving, and you must enter through that entry gate. The entry gate can not be changed once selected. 

Alcohol CAN NOT be brought into the Concert in the Gardens, and no glass is allowed in the venue. However, you can purchase food and drink from outlets throughout the Concert in the Gardens arena.

The Concert of the Gardens is an all-standing outdoor event.

– ‘The Enclosure’ is the hard-standing area directly in front of the stage
– ‘the Gardens’ is the grass area that surrounds the enclosure. We recommend sturdy footwear for those selecting garden tickets, as the area is on a grass incline.

The Concert in the Gardens arena, bars and attractions open from 8pm. The stage will be live from 9pm until approximately 12:50am.

Yes, you can purchase food and drink from Concert in the Gardens arena outlets.

Please note: This is a cashless event, and all food and drinks operate on card-only payment. 

Due to the nature of the event, the Concert in the Gardens event is strictly 12+.

Anyone under 16 years old must hold a full-price ticket and must be accompanied by an adult over 21 years of age.

This is an all-standing outdoor event, so we recommend you dress appropriately for the weather –with sturdy footwear and waterproof clothing if required. Please look at the weather forecast before heading to the Concert in the Gardens and ensure you dress for an outdoor winter event! Please Note: for safety and viewing comfort of others, umbrellas are not permitted at the event.

No. Your Concert in the Gardens ticket will not allow you entry into the Street Party. Designated entrance gates will be assigned which will allow ticket holders access into the Concert in the Gardens ONLY.

Once you enter the Concert in the Gardens arena, no pass-outs are permitted. If you leave the Concert in the Gardens arena at any time, you will not then be allowed back into the Concert in the Gardens event.

Please note access via certain Concert in the Gardens gates may be restricted during busy times. Please ask stewards for advice on the best exit gate.

Please ensure you check your tickets for your chosen entry gate, and you must enter via your chosen gate.

Edinburgh’s Hogmanay events are enormously popular, always attract great crowds and are also incredibly safe. We have stewards and medical officers at all events to assist you, but please remember, you can also do your bit to ensure we all have a happy and safe New Year.

TICKET WARNING:

Official Edinburgh’s Hogmanay ticket sales are through our own website (edinburghshogmanay.com), edwinterfest.com and Ticketmaster ONLY. Any tickets purchased through other third party websites, such as eventbrite or social media comment sections, are not official tickets and therefore invalid and will not permit entry to events.

Street party tickets are currently available from this website ONLY. Please do not purchase from third party sellers/scammers as these tickets will not be valid on the night.

FOLLOW THESE EASY STEPS FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE EDINBURGH’S HOGMANAY

Do get there early. Live entertainment from 9 pm – LAST ENTRY 11pm. Ticket Holders are advised to come early. Entry to the Hogmanay Street Party Venue is not guaranteed by a specific gate.

DON’T forget your e-ticket– you won’t get into the ticketed arenas without them.

DON’T bring or accept drugs, banned substances, or “legal highs” (legal doesn’t mean safe).

DON’T bring any glass, including bottles.

DON’T bring any container over 500ml.

DON’T expect entry if you have had too much to drink. You will be refused.

DON'T bring bags over A3 size.

DO appreciate that bags may be searched on entry for safety reasons.

DO drink responsibly. Management reserve the right to refuse entry.

DO think about how you will be getting home. Late night Hogmanay Bus and Trams services will be operating after the event to get you home safely.

Bear in mind

This is a very busy, all-standing, outdoor festival event so please dress for the weather.

Street Party tickets do not allow access into the Concert in the Gardens or any other advertised Festival events.

There will be access to extensive range of outdoor bars, street food and toilets throughout the arena.

No persons under 12yrs permitted at the Street Party or Concert in the Gardens events.

Anyone under 16yrs must be accompanied by an adult over 21yrs of age.

On the night

Do pick your spot early to enjoy the Midnight Moment.

Do look after your friends, and arrange meeting points in case you become separated.

Do think about how you will get home.

Do let a police officer or steward know if you see anything suspicious.

Do listen out for announcements and follow any instructions given out – they are for your benefit.

Do get to know where the emergency services are stationed. First aiders are located throughout the arena. Please ask one of our stewards if you require medical assistance.

FREE HOGMANAY TRAMS 

Monday 30 December

Normal weekday service until 17.00 when the road closures will come into effect. To make room for the street party, the network will split into two sections: services will run from every 10 minutes between Edinburgh Airport – West End, and Picardy Place – Newhaven. A

Tuesday 31 December

The split service will operate all day, with trams running between Edinburgh Airport – West End, and Picardy Place – Newhaven, from every 10 minutes. There are no trams to Princes Street or St Andrew Square stops due to the Hogmanay Street party. 

From Midnight until 5.00am, FREE trams will operate up to every 10 minutes, to ensure visitors to the city centre can enjoy a safe ride home or back to their accommodation in the early hours of New Year’s Day.    

After midnight, all trams will be FREE to help everyone get home safely! The split service will run between West End – Airport and Picardy Place – Newhaven, serving all stops along the way.  

Between Midnight and 2am trams will run from every 10 minutes.  

From 2am to the normal start of service trams will run from every 20 minutes.  

Visitors from outside the city can also avoid the hassle and expense of finding a parking spot by leaving their cars at Ingliston Park & Ride, which offers designated drivers over 1,000 free parking spaces. For tram customers, the facility will remain open through the night, rather than being subject to the usual 2.00 am close.  

Visit edinburghtrams.com/news/free-all-night-trams-hogmanay to plan your travel around Edinburgh during Edinburgh’s Hogmanay 

Wednesday 1 January

The split service will continue to run with trams between Edinburgh Airport – West End, and Picardy Place – Newhaven, from every 10 minutes until approx. 9 am. Once the roads have reopened, a full service between Edinburgh Airport and Newhaven will resume from every seven minutes.

HOGMANAY BUS TIMETABLE 

Lothian’s special timetables for the Hogmanay period are now available to help customers plan for their New Year journeys across Edinburgh and the Lothians, whether travelling to visit friends and family, or heading out on the town to celebrate the season. 

Visit lothianbuses.com/well-see-you-on-the-bus to plan your travel around the City between 29 December – 01 January. 

A Special Service will operate on Sunday 31 December (Hogmanay) on Lothian Buses, Airlink, East Coast Buses and Lothian Country. 

Download the Hogmanay Special Service leaflet

CITYLINK HOGMANAY SERVICE 

Traveling from Glasgow on Hogmanay night? Citylink will get you home!

The 900 Bus from Glasgow – Edinburgh will operate a normal service on 31 December with the last departures at 20:30, 21:30 and 22:30 from Glasgow. 

Click here to view the 900 Bus timetable for 01 January. 

Visit https://www.citylink.co.uk/travelling-with-citylink/festive-travel/ to plan your journey during the festive period.

Click here for the Hogmanay Torchlight Procession Map
Click here for the Hogmanay Street Party / Concert in the Gardens Map 

Edinburgh's Hogmanay operates a No Dogs policy, due to the busy nature of the event and the environment they take place in, with loud noises, fireworks and significant visitor numbers.

The decision to bring your Assistance Dog is at your discretion - we have processes in place to enable this so please contact our team on [email protected].

Please Concert in the Gardens and Street Party operates on a strict NO READMITTANCE policy. 

i.e., if you leave the event, you will not be allowed to go back in.

1. Can I resell my Hogmanay Event tickets?

No, the resale of Hogmanay Events is strictly prohibited. Reselling tickets breaches our terms and conditions, and any tickets found to have been resold may be invalidated without a refund.

We aim to maintain fairness in our ticketing process, which is why resale is not allowed.

2. Can I gift my Hogmanay Event tickets to friends or family?

Yes, you may gift your tickets to friends or family. However, you must provide a signed Letter of Authority confirming that the tickets are a gift and have not been resold.

The Letter of Authority should include:

• Your full name and contact details.
• The recipient’s full name and contact details.
• The event name and ticket details (e.g., entry gate, number of tickets).
• A clear statement that the tickets are being gifted.
• Your signature and the date.

The recipient must bring the Letter of Authority along with their photo ID when attending the event.

3. What happens if someone resells their tickets?

If tickets are discovered to have been resold, they may be cancelled, and the purchaser may be refused entry to the event. This policy helps to prevent unauthorised resale and ensures fairness for all ticket buyers.

4. How do I provide the Letter of Authority if gifting tickets?

You can write the Letter of Authority by hand or type it out and sign it. Ensure all the required details (as listed in Question 2) are included. The recipient should carry a printed or digital copy of the letter and their photo ID when attending the event.

5. Is there a deadline for gifting my tickets?

There is no specific deadline for gifting tickets. However, we recommend completing the process well in advance of the event to avoid any potential issues.

6. Will the recipient have any issues entering the event if tickets are gifted?

As long as the recipient provides a valid Letter of Authority and a photo ID that matches the details in the letter, they will not encounter any problems gaining entry. It is essential to follow the guidelines carefully to ensure a smooth experience.