Hogmanay
Where:
Scotland
When:
December 31 to January 1
Hogmanay is a Scottish way of celebrating the new year.
The origin
of Hogmanay is unclear, but some people believe it comes from
Northern Europe.
of Hogmanay is unclear, but some people believe it comes from
Northern Europe.
Hogmanay features a fire-lit parade and singing of traditional songs
at night.
at night.
The most popular custom is the practice of “first footing.”
At
night, neighbors visit one another and share traditional food gifts such
as black fruit cake and drink.
night, neighbors visit one another and share traditional food gifts such
as black fruit cake and drink.
Interestingly, being visited by a male
visitor with dark hair is considered good luck.
visitor with dark hair is considered good luck.

