The best Burns Night events happening across Scotland this January
January 25th marks the annual celebration of the Bard, Robert Burns, and as ever, it’s a night to celebrate across Scotland. Wherever you are, here’s a rundown of some of the best events on offer, from traditional Burns suppers and ceilidhs to some new and contemporary ways to celebrate…
Monday 20 - Sunday 26 January
Burns Night Celebrations
Edinburgh’s The Ivy on the Square is a hosting a week of stylish Burns celebrations, with two new whisky-based cocktails and a brace of limited-edition dishes joining the menu. Specials include a twist on the famous Ivy shepherd’s pie (think haggis, neeps and tatties) and the deliciously dessert-esque Rabbie’s Coffee cocktail, an unctuous blend of Highland Park whisky, vanilla syrup, double cream and coffee. A meal the Bard would be proud of!
The Ivy on the Square, Edinburgh. Book your table here.
Thursday 23 January
Beyond Burns
Get on your dancing shoes and head to the famous Ubiquitous Chip for a chic night of celebrations. Indulge in four courses and a wee dram whilst you listen to performances of Burns’ most-loved works, and then head out on to Ashton Lane for a ceilidh on the cobbles.
Ubiquitous Chip, Glasgow. Tickets here, from £32.95 per person.
Friday 24 January
Burns on the Beach
Visit Burns’ hometown of Ayr and head to the beach for an evening of unique light and sound installations, bonfires and Scottish music, on the beach that the Bard enjoyed.
Ayr Beach, tickets are free.
Burns Supper
A traditional Burns Supper among the splendour of the Royal Yacht Britannia - this is sure to be a very special event indeed. Enjoy a delicious four-course meal, along with live musicians and a whisky tasting.
The Royal Yacht Britannia, Edinburgh. Tickets here, £210 per person.
Saturday 25 January
CINE[STHESIA]
A screening of a film compilation dedicated to Robert Burns, a visual way to celebrate the land loved by our national poet.
Kelvin Hall, Glasgow. Tickets are free but must be reserved here.
Burns Supper
A traditional way to celebrate Burns, enjoy a four-course Burns supper with a Glen Garioch whisky cocktail, highland dancing and a ceilidh band.
Meldrum House Hotel, Aberdeenshire. Tickets here, £49 per person.
Nae Ordinary Burns Supper
A lively night of entertainment, delicious three-course dining and dancing - a night to remember!
Macdonald Drumossie Hotel, Inverness. Tickets here, £85 per person.
Riverside Light Night
Experience the beauty of the River Tay and celebrate the Bard in a unique way, with a parade through the high street, an address to the Haggis (and free tastings), a toast to Burns, pipe band performances and of course, the spectacular light installations along the River.
High Street, Perth. Tickets are free and no need to book.
Glamis Castle Burns Supper
In the surroundings of the breathtaking Glamis Castle, toast to the Bard with an elegant three-course Burns Supper and fizz, as well as a traditional ceilidh and entertainment from local speakers.
Glamis Castle, Angus. Tickets here, £55 per person.
Corinthian Burns Supper
The most glamorous Burns Supper in town! You’ll be piped in to enjoy a four-course meal, a dram and then, of course, a ceilidh to dance the night away.
The Corinthian Club, Glasgow. Tickets here, £45 per person.
Brewdog Burns Night
For a more casual way to celebrate Burns, visit any of the Brewdog bars nationwide to enjoy an evening of haggis, whisky and of course, great Scottish beer.
Brewdog bars across Scotland. Free to attend.
Sunday 26 January
Burns Night Special at The Stand
Iconic comedy club The Stand will be hosting a night of stand-up comedy, alongside traditional Scottish fayre.