--- title: "All you need to know about the Concert in the Gardens | News | Edinburgh's Hogmanay, Christmas & Winter Festival - Official Website" --- # All you need to know about the Concert in the Gardens 20 Dec 2024 The hottest event of the year is here and you don't need a lover, just your friends and a ticket to see the Concert in the Gardens! The Concert in the Gardens takes place at West Princes Street Gardens on Tuesday December 31, and this year is headlined by _TEXAS_with two very special guests, Edinburgh’s own _Callum Beattie_ and _Carla J Easton._ _Susie McCabe_will once again host the event, leading the country on the countdown to the spectacular Midnight Moment. This lineup promises a night full of laughter, dancing and having the time of your life when the fireworks announce the arrival of 2025. Taking place in West Princes Street Gardens and set against the backdrop of the iconic Edinburgh Castle, watch firework displays on the hour from 9pm until the all-important Midnight moment as we welcome 2025! Gates also open at 8pm, with the show kicking off at 8:50pm. Ticket holders will have access to outdoor bars, street food and dedicated toilet facilities within the arena, so get here early and enjoy the show in style! [**CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE CONCERT AREA MAP**](https://s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/cdn2.edwinterfest.com/Files%20-%20Winterfest24/EWF_Brochure_Hogmanay%20map_pages-to-jpg-0001.jpg) Please be aware that there will be several road closures that might affect your usual routes. Please check our comprehensive [list of road closures](https://edwinterfest.com/hogmanay/residentsbusiness-access) and plan an alternative route. [Back to News page](https://edwinterfest.com/hogmanay/news) ## Events we think you'd like [ [
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