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Underworld to headline Edinburgh's Hogmanay fireworks
23 Jun
Summary
- Dance duo Underworld will headline Edinburgh's Hogmanay celebrations.
- Their performance will soundtrack the fireworks display from Edinburgh Castle.
- This will be Underworld's only Scottish date in 2026.
Edinburgh's Hogmanay celebrations for the 2026/27 festival will be headlined by the acclaimed dance act Underworld. The duo, comprised of Rick Smith and Karl Hyde, is set to perform in Princes Street Gardens.
Their set will serve as the soundtrack to the spectacular New Year's Eve fireworks display launched from Edinburgh Castle. This year's event is particularly notable as it will be the first time the fireworks are synchronized with live music, promising a unique auditory and visual experience for attendees.
The performance also carries a special significance as it will commemorate the 30th anniversary of Underworld's iconic track "Born Slippy," which gained widespread fame after its inclusion in the 1996 film adaptation of Irvine Welsh's novel, Trainspotting.
Organizers have confirmed that the popular Torchlight Procession and the Night Afore events will also return for the upcoming festival, alongside the vibrant Hogmanay Street Party. This announcement positions the performance as Underworld's singular Scottish engagement for 2026.
