Hogmanay, one of the world’s biggest and most lively New Year’s festivals, is just around the corner, and there’s no better place to welcome 2026 than in Scotland’s historic capital, Edinburgh.
The city comes alive every year on December 31st, offering everything from huge street parties and late-night raves to cosy celebrations tucked away in its character-filled corners. Figuring out where to spend the big countdown can sometimes feel like a mission.
That’s where we step in. Whether you’re planning to toast the bells in a wholesome, respectable manner or go absolutely feral and dance your way into the new year, we’ve rounded up the standout New Year’s Eve events in Edinburgh for 2025 for your perusal.
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When: Wednesday 31st December 2025
Where: Shanghai Club in Edinburgh
Step into Wonderland as Shanghai Club transforms into one of Edinburgh’s biggest NYE blowouts. Expect three rooms of huge tunes, live performers bringing the energy, and stunning themed décor that pulls you straight into the party. With drink promotions, late-night vibes and thousands heading into the city for Hogmanay, this one’s guaranteed to pop off.
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The Comedy Cellar Best Of Irish
When: Wednesday 31st December 2025
Where: The Canon’s Gait in Edinburgh
Want to kick off your NYE night early and still leave time to toast the countdown elsewhere? Head to The Comedy Cellar – Best of Irish at The Canon’s Gait. Starting at 8 pm and wrapping up by 10 pm, this sharp stand-up show will provide laughter, atmosphere and plenty of time to carry on the celebrations before midnight – the ideal warm-up to your New Year celebration.
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When: Wednesday 31st December 2025
Where: Liquid Room in Edinburgh
Step into Edinburgh’s underground dance scene with Nightvision Hogmanay 2025, where cutting-edge electronic sounds take centre stage. Rapidly rising Irish artist DART brings his 90s-inspired energy to the capital, joined by Faster Horses, Lammer and more artists still to be announced. Expect forward-thinking beats, a late-night crowd and a proper Hogmanay rave for those who like to see in the New Year on the dancefloor.
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Sin City NYE – One Night in Vegas
When: Wednesday 31st December 2025
Where: Le Monde in Edinburgh
Dive into the glitz at Sin City NYE ‑ One Night in Vegas! at Le Monde, where Edinburgh becomes your very own Vegas playground. With full Steve Wynn-style décor, a casino vibe, live performers and three floors of party fuel, this one’s perfect for high-rollers, risk-takers and anyone ready to try their luck on a NYE to remember. Entry from 8 pm until 3 am (last entry 2 am).
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Samedia Hogmanay Tropical Soundclash – NYE Party
When: Wednesday 31st December 2025
Where: La Belle Angele in Edinburgh
Looking to bring some heat to your Hogmanay this year? Samedia’s Tropical Soundclash at La Belle Angèle is the move. Expect a night packed with global rhythms, from afrobeat and dancehall to soulful Senegalese grooves courtesy of Samba Sene & Diwan. DJ Rawzi and the Samedia crew will also be on hand to keep the energy high from start to finish. Bring your best moves.
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When: Wednesday 31st December 2025
Where: Coco Boho in Edinburgh
If you fancy kicking off your NYE with something fun before diving into the late-night chaos, Old Skool Bingo at Coco Boho is a cracking shout. Expect big laughs, throwback bangers, silly prizes and the kind of party-energy bingo that doesn’t take itself too seriously. It all wraps up by 9:30 pm, giving you loads of time to pick your next stop for the countdown. Perfect if you want a lively start without sacrificing the rest of your night.
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Monster Masquerade Ball NYE 2025
When: Wednesday 31st December 2025
Where: Frankenstein in Edinburgh
Party with “The Monster” this Hogmanay at Frankenstein’s epic Masquerade Ball. Offering up three floors of madness and wild beats, themed décor and unforgettable visuals, dancers, and a welcome drink (plus a mask on entry), this is easily one of Edinburgh’s most immersive and unique NYE occasions in 2025.
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The World Of LUMINARA | New Years Eve
When: Wednesday 31st December 2025
Where: Why Not Nightclub in Edinburgh
Step into The World of LUMINARA this New Year’s Eve and leave the ordinary behind. Immerse yourself in a neon paradise where glowing jungles, cascading colours and roaming performers merge with music that pulses through every corner. Inspired by the spectacle of the world’s biggest festivals, this is Scotland’s premier immersive Hogmanay club experience – a night where imagination and beats collide.
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When: Wednesday 31st December 2025
Where: Secret Venue in Edinburgh (To be announced)
Ready to ditch the usual NYE routine? This one’s built for the bold. From 10 pm to 3 am (last entry 11:45 pm), you’ll dive into a city-centre rave featuring the finest cuts in house, disco, garage and deep-house. But here’s the twist – the location drops on the day. No fanfare, no previews, just pure midnight mayhem. Show up, drop in and rave to the countdown with thousands of fellow partygoers.
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Hogmanay at Club Tropicana Edinburgh – Retro NYE Party
When: Wednesday 31st December 2025
Where: Club Tropicana in Edinburgh
Turn back the years this Hogmanay at Edinburgh’s Club Tropicana and dive into a full-on time-travel ride soundtracked by the biggest hits of the ’70s, ’80s, ’90s, ’00s and early 2010s. The venue becomes your very own dance-floor time machine, packed with nostalgic anthems and a crowd just as ready to relive the glory days as you are. Got a soft spot for belting out classic bangers after a few adult refreshments? Club Tropicana is the place to be this Hogmanay.
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When: Wednesday 31st December 2025
Where: Cafebar 1962 in Livingston
If good food is your love language, Cafebar 1962 has you covered this Hogmanay. Start your night with a proper three-course celebration dinner – generous portions, classic Scottish favourites and devilish desserts included. Then sample a few of their naughty cocktails before heading to the dancefloor, where the DJ keeps the energy high right through the countdown until 1 am.
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Edinburgh’s gearing up for another unforgettable New Year’s Eve, and if you want in on the best parties, now’s the time to get your plans locked down. The biggest nights of the year never hang around for long – especially the ones you’ve been eyeing up.
Not celebrating in the capital? No stress. You can explore huge New Year’s Eve lineups across Glasgow, Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, Newcastle, Nottingham, Birmingham, Cardiff, London, Brighton, and Bristol, too.
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