Producers for Edinburgh’s Winter Festivals confirmed

At a meeting of the Finance and Resources Committee today (Thursday 16 June), Councillors agreed to award the contracts for Edinburgh’s Christmas to Angels Event Experience Limited and Edinburgh’s Hogmanay festivities to Unique Events Limited.

Council Leader Cammy Day, said:

Edinburgh’s winter festivals are internationally renowned and as well as contributing to the wellbeing and enjoyment of our residents, our Winter Festivals deliver real economic impact, benefitting tourism, hospitality and leisure sectors in particular. We’re looking forward to delivering great Winter Festivals for the people of Edinburgh and our visitors – very much in the spirit of feedback received in our recent citywide conversation with residents, businesses and stakeholders. We want to continue to provide inclusive high-quality festive celebrations, further enhance the city’s reputation and allow the benefits to be shared across our town centres and communities.

I am sure Angels Event activities will build on the huge success of Edinburgh’s Christmas to date and will offer a rich and varied programme of festive activities, events and experiences that will be enjoyed by residents and visitors of all ages.

Unique Events will once more be the producers of Edinburgh’s Hogmanay having been involved when it began in 1992/93 and as we mark its 30th year I’m excited to work with them on a programme of events fit for the home of Hogmanay.”

Further information

• Programme details for both are yet to be formally agreed between the Council and the contractors.
• The Council’s Hogmanay contract is worth £812,456.
• The appointment remains subject to contractual arrangements.
• The contract is for a period of three years, commencing 11 July 2022, with an option to extend for a further two 12 month periods.
• The appointed contractor will be expected to cover Police Scotland costs relating to the events