On Saturday 31st October 2026, Edinburgh’s Calton Hill will blaze with fire, drums and otherworldly performance as Samhuinn Fire Festival marks the dramatic death of Summer and arrival of Winter.
Hundreds of performers will transform one of Edinburgh’s most iconic landmarks for a spectacular celebration of Scotland’s Celtic heritage, bringing together fire-play, drumming, acrobatics, dance, immersive performance and elaborate costumes on Halloween night.
Announcing our Samhuinn 2026 Groups & Projects and how to get involved!
Welcome to the Samhuinn Fire Festival 2026! Whether you’re someone who’s looking on curiously, or a regular volunteer – we’re delighted to introduce you to the different… Read more “Announcing our Samhuinn 2026 Groups & Projects and how to get involved!”
Announcing the Samhuinn 2026 Open Meeting!
On Saturday 5th September, come to Broughton St Mary’s on Bellevue Crescent for the Samhuinn 2026 open meeting! Get involved with the Samhuinn Fire Festival on the 31st October on Calton Hill.
Welcome to our Winter Queen – Izzy
Photo by Zhi Kang Chua for Beltane Fire Society The Winter Queen arrives in summer’s world and knows he is the end of it. He fights the… Read more “Welcome to our Winter Queen – Izzy”
Welcome to our Summer King – Ray
Photo by Izzy Henry for Beltane Fire Society. Summer is tired. She has been working hard to fulfill our needs, giving us food out of season, starting… Read more “Welcome to our Summer King – Ray”
Work With Us: Safeguarding and Resolutions Officer
Beltane Fire Society is a community performing arts charity based in Edinburgh. We hold our Beltane and Samhuinn Fire Festivals each year, marking and celebrating the beginnings… Read more “Work With Us: Safeguarding and Resolutions Officer”
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