Winter has arrived, and so have our first photos of Samhuinn Fire Festival.
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.
Everything you need to know about Samhuinn Fire Festival
All the practical details about buying tickets, getting to the festival, and finding your way around Calton Hill on the night.
Winter rises at the North side of the Hill
This year’s Samhuinn Fire Festival is uniquely immersive, and you could choose to start it with Winter’s forces on the North side of Calton Hill.
Summer parties on the South of the Hill
You could start your night at Samhuinn Fire Festival on either side of Hill. Our description of Summer’s revelries can help you decide.
Setting Calton Hill alight
We promised you more fire. Here’s our guide to the flames that will burn on Calton Hill at Samhuinn Fire Festival.
Drumming for joy when Winter returns
The Savages of Winter just woke up and they can’t wait to celebrate. Listen out for the dynamic pounding of their drums at Samhuinn Fire Festival.
What happens when ice meets fire
Obsidian are Winter’s stoic warriors, combining volcanic energy with the cold season’s icy grip.
