Winter

For a Christmas that's truly merry and a Hogmanay that's one of the best, enjoy Winter in Edinburgh!

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Edinburgh has a feast of winter treats from wonderful, world class attractions, sparkling shopping, fabulous Christmas markets, food and drink with the best shows, theatre and cultural events to keep you warm.

Seasonal Highlights

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Christmas in Edinburgh is one of the highlights of the winter season, featuring a packed calendar of events, attractions and festive markets. The celebrations continue as Edinburgh's Hogmanay shows the world how to party over three days with spectacular entertainment, incredible bands and amazing crowds from every corner of the globe.

Discover what's happening this Christmas in Edinburgh.

What about the weather?

Generally speaking, the weather in Edinburgh is at its coldest in January and February, with the minimum mean temperature averaging roughly 1.5°C. It can be gusty at times and we do occasionally get snow which makes the city look even more magical – so have your camera at the ready!

Whether you're 5 or 85, there's always something going on in Edinburgh to keep all ages entertained - find your next event on our What's On Guide > 

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