Missed out on tickets for Samhuinn 2026?
It’s not too late to take part. The first walkthrough is this Sunday, so you still have time!
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Author: Beltane Fire Society
Formed in 1988, Beltane Fire Society is a community arts performance charity that hosts the Beltane Fire Festival and Samhuinn Fire Festival in Edinburgh.
Your Samhuinn Fire Festival 2026 tickets are now on sale!
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 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.
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”
BELTANE FIRE FESTIVAL 2026 PROGRAM NOW AVAILABLE!
Your Beltane Fire Festival 2026 programme and map is now available! Explore the story, our characters and map ahead of the festivities this Friday with our 2025… Read more “BELTANE FIRE FESTIVAL 2026 PROGRAM NOW AVAILABLE!”
Getting Home from Beltane 2026
We’ve put together some useful information about public transport options after the festival finishes, so you can leave the car at home, save some carbon emissions (and petrol money), and let someone else get you homeward bound safely!
