Burns Night

What is Burns Night?

Burns Night is a time to enjoy Scottish traditions and celebrate the renowned poet Robert Burns with a classic combination of haggis, neeps, tatties and sometimes a warming dram. The night is often accompanied by entertaining recitals of some of Robert Burns famous work.

When is Burns Night?

Did you know that Robert Burns was born on 25 January 1759? Each year, we celebrate Burns Night on 25 January and pay tribute to Scotland's National Bard. 

Join us as we raise a toast to the immortal words of Burns. Immerse yourself in a tradition that transcends time and discover the extraordinary talent that defines Scotland. It’s a place where the past and the present come together and create a celebration that resonates with the spirit of Scotland.

Burns Night Events

The Big Burns Supper includes over 150 events taking place in Dumfries from cabaret, comedy and music to the World’s First Underwater Burns Supper.  

Find out about the Big Burns Supper (bigburnssuper.com)

Burns&Beyond is a series of events hosted online and across Edinburgh to celebrate the life and legacy of Robert Burns, including the Big Burns ceilidh at the National Museum of Scotland, storytelling events and Burns Supper celebrations. 

Learn about Burns&Beyond (burnsandbeyond.com)

Celtic Connections will be hosting a number of Burns Night events across Glasgow, including an outdoor strip the willow down Sauchiehall Street and a Burns Night concert at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. Enjoy a lineup of music, song and spoken-word performances from Scotland's famous bard.  

Explore the Burns Night concert (celticconnections.com)

Learn about Sauchiehall Street: Strip the Willow (celticconnections.com) 

Find out about more Burns Night events (visitscotland.com)