Hogmanay

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Hogmanay
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“Hogmanay is the Scots word for the last day of the old year and the celebration of the New Year in the Scottish manner. It is normally followed by further celebration on the morning of New Year's Day and, in some cases, 2 January—a Scottish bank holiday. In a few contexts, Hogmanay is used more…”
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Lonely PlanetSep 16

9 of the Best Cities in Europe to Celebrate New Year’s Eve

Join in at the biggest party of the year with our guide to New Year

Four-day program of events including street party

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  • HogmanayFestivalFour-day program of events including street party
  • Elsewhere
  • Moulin RougeTheatreParis, FranceVenue for enjoying a show
  • Guinness StorehouseAttractionDublin, IrelandJames's Gate Brewery in Dublin, Ireland.
  • River ThamesSightLondon, United KingdomBanks are lined for fireworks launched from the London Eye
  • Champs ElyséesAttractionParis, FranceOfficial street party with sound and light show
  • Arc de TriompheSightParis, FranceFireworks fill the sky above at midnight
  • Tagus RiverPublic artworkLisbon, PortugalLine the river for fireworks
  • London EyeSightLondon, United KingdomLaunches annual fireworks
  • Natural History MuseumMuseumLondon, United KingdomHosts NYE party with live music and silent disco
  • Bairro AltoSuburbLisbon, PortugalArea for vibrant nightlife, clubs, and bars
  • Hampstead HeathParkLondon, United KingdomThis grassy public space sits astride a sandy ridge, one of the highest points in London, running from Hampstead to…
  • Dublin CastleAttractionDublin, IrelandFocal point for the New Year's Festival
  • Primrose HillParkLondon, United KingdomIt was named after the 64 metres (210 ft) hill in the centre of the park, one of the highest points in the London…
  • London New Year’s Day ParadeFestivalLondon, United KingdomAnnual parade starting at 1pm on January 1
  • Brandenburger TorSightBerlin, GermanyParty with live music, light shows, and DJ sets
  • KulturbrauereiAttractionBerlin, GermanyBerlin's biggest indoor New Year's Eve party
  • Praça do ComércioSightLisbon, PortugalPopular gathering spot for celebrations
  • Torre de BelémSightLisbon, Portugal16th-century tower, vantage point for celebrations
  • Sacré-Cœur plazaSightParis, FranceEnjoy incredible views of the Paris skyline
  • Christ Church CathedralPlace of worshipDublin, IrelandDublin's oldest building
  • LiffeyAttractionDublin, IrelandSpectacular light display illuminates the skies above
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