hogmanay 2021: stirling TO TAKE CENTRE STAGE
The National Wallace Monument will take centre stage in Scotland’s Hogmanay 2021 celebrations, following an overwhelmingly positive response last year.
Stirling will once again host a dazzling fireworks display, which will be broadcast live on The BBC.
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Stirling will first foot the nation, with live coverage on BBC Scotland. Image by Mark Ferguson.
Screened live on BBC Scotland, the Wallace Monument’s Hogmanay 2020 fireworks display helped 1.5 million viewers ring in the bells. With a further 220,000 watching via the Red Button Service.
A record-breaking social media response also saw engagement across the globe, as Stirling’s unique fireworks display lit up the night sky above the monument - reflecting on the difficult year past and hopes for a brighter future.
GRAND FINALE
The National Wallace Monument’s spectacular display. Image by Mark Ferguson Photographer.
This year’s Hogmanay firework display, supported by Event Scotland, will be the grand finale of Stirling Council’s safe and sparkling programme of festive events.
Community Planning and Regeneration Convener, Councillor Chris Kane said: “The fireworks display last Hogmanay was a rare high point in an otherwise difficult festive period. Stirling brightened up the skies above the Wallace Monument and brightened the mood of the country.
“This year the BBC are back to broadcast the display and Stirling is ready to light up Scotland once again. The fireworks will be the finale to an exciting programme of festivities, with a range of tightly managed in-person and watch-from-home events.”
Vice Convener, Councillor Scott Farmer added: “The events on offer this year will be a wonderful addition to the cultural calendar and the return of the BBC to the National Wallace Monument for Hogmanay is a welcome showcase for one of Stirling’s most iconic landmarks as we bring in the New Year.”
FESTIVE LINE-UP
This year’s festive line-up includes performances by Del Amitri and the Red Hot Chilli Pipers as well as Christmas Ceilidhs and festive movies to enjoy with all the family. For further information and to book click here.
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