Tartan Parade Scotland is thrilled to announce the inaugural Edinburgh Tartan Parade, set to take place on Saturday, May 10, 2025, in the heart of Edinburgh. This exciting event will bring together tartans, pipe bands, dancers, musicians, organisations, and individuals from Edinburgh, as well as across Scotland, and beyond – to celebrate the country’s rich heritage, tartans, culture and inclusivity.

The inspiration for the Tartan Parade Scotland stems from the successful NYC Tartan Day Parade and the ongoing collaboration between Tartan Parade Scotland and Kyle Dawson, President of the NYC Tartan Day Parade.

The proposed route for the Tartan Parade Scotland 2025 will commence with its journey from the iconic Royal Mile, weaving its way down Cockburn Street, proceeding to Waverley Bridge, and culminating at the picturesque Mound Precinct. Attendees can expect a dazzling display of clan tartans, as well as lively performances of pipe bands and highland dancers, organisations and individuals all coming together to honour Scotland’s legacy. The Tartan Parade Scotland aims to proudly celebrate the Scottish culture, foster community engagement, and commemorate Edinburgh’s significant 900th anniversary as a city. The event’s vision is to unite people in the appreciation of the beauty of tartan, from Scotland and all around the world.