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## **EDINBURGH'S WINTER FESTIVAL**
#### **The home of Christmas and Hogmanay celebrations in Edinburgh!**
Running from mid-November 2026 to January 2027, Edinburgh's Winter Festival brings festivity to the heart of the city and beyond.
Transforming the historic capital with a spectacular programme of festive events and attractions including Traditional Christmas Markets, fairground rides, community events and more, [Edinburgh's Christmas](https://edwinterfest.com/\"https://edwinterfest.com/edinburgh-christmas\") is the best way to celebrate the festive season with loved ones.
The world-famous [Edinburgh's Hogmanay](https://edwinterfest.com/\"https://edwinterfest.com/hogmanay\") celebrations bring Edinburgh into the New Year with a bang! From 29 December - 01 January it welcomes revellers from across the globe for a four-day festival packed with live music, spectacular fireworks, a World-Famous Street Party, traditional Torchlight Procession and more!
# Explore EDINBURGH’S Winter FESTIVAL
[Around the World Star Flyer
**14 Nov 2026 - 03 Jan 2027** Hold on tight and enjoy the views as you soar high above the rooftops the Christmas Markets over 80m in the air!**Start time: 12:00**](https://edwinterfest.com/whats-on/around-the-world-star-flyer)
[LNER Big Wheel
**14 Nov 2026 - 03 Jan 2027** Enjoy a unique perspective of our spectacular city from the comfort of the enclosed and weather-proof pods, with sparkling evening views of Edinburgh’s Christmas attractions.**Start time: 12:00**](https://edwinterfest.com/whats-on/lner-big-wheel)
[Polar Ice Bar with Icelandair (18+)
**19 Nov 2026 - 02 Jan 2027** Enter a mythic world of axe-wielding Vikings where dazzling hand carved sculptures recount ancient legends – and perfectly chilled drinks are served!**Start time: 16:00**](https://edwinterfest.com/whats-on/polar-ice-bar)
[Santa's Stories
**20 Nov 2026 - 24 Dec 2026** The magic of Christmas is brought to life, as Santa and his helpers make Edinburgh their home for the season!**Start time: 15:00**](https://edwinterfest.com/whats-on/santas-stories)
[La Clique Noël
**20 Nov 2026 - 03 Jan 2027** International smash-hit La Clique brings seven weeks of festive cabaret and circus to Bristo Square. Expect boundary-pushing performers, dazzling acrobatics and razor-sharp wit in this Olivier Award-winning late-night spectacle.**Start time: 19:30**](https://edwinterfest.com/whats-on/la-clique)
[Family Ice Experience with Icelandair
**21 Nov 2026 - 03 Jan 2027** Step inside Scotland's 'coolest' winter experience, where the whole family can explore a glittering frozen world and discover breathtaking ice sculptures carved by hand.**Start time: 12:00**](https://edwinterfest.com/whats-on/family-ice-experience)
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# Latest News
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##### Torchlight Procession Returns and NEW McEwan Hall Music and Events Programme Announced
[Read full article](https://edwinterfest.com/news/torchlight-procession-returns-and-new-mcewan-hall-music-and-events-programme-announced)
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##### Frozen Festive Fun comes to Edinburgh!
[Read full article](https://edwinterfest.com/news/frozen-festive-fun-comes-to-edinburgh)
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