The countdown to Scotland’s biggest Hogmanay party is officially on.
The anticipation will begin building tonight with a torchlight procession through Edinburgh’s Old Town.
That will be followed by a party soundtracked by some thumping club anthems – as the Symphonic Ibiza show celebrates 30 years of dance music on the island at the historic McEwan Hall.
Revellers can continue their celebrations on the 31st with a variety of other events marking the occasion.
Mark Ronson will play Hogmanay in the gardens alongside Rudimental DJ making sure people dance their way into 2020.
There will also be a “ceilidh under the castle” which will cater to those looking to bring the new year in with a more traditional jig.
The official after party will be held at 1am in the McEwan Hall.
Simon Page is the director of the fireworks company for the event, Titanium, and will make sure the bells are followed by the customary display of spectacular explosives.
He said: “I know it sounds cliched but we feel privileged to play a part in Edinburgh’s Hogmanay.
“We look forward all year to being in the brilliant, friendly and vibrant city.
“The planning starts from the moment we get back and involves every one of team from production to delivery on site.”
Celebrations will continue for a third day on January 1 with a “loony dook” in the water at South Queensferry, a candlelit concert and a performance from Eddi Reader.
Mr Page added: “The music is brilliant and we are so excited to have designed a world class show for Edinburgh.”
Nearly 4,000 fireworks will light up the sky over the capital for this year’s display.
They will reach up to 1,000ft above the Edinburgh skyline and will be fired by 19 pyrotechnicians.
The weather forecast for today starts cloudy but conditions will remain dry throughout the day and there will be some light rain during the torchlight procession.
People venturing outdoors for Hogmanay will enjoy “benign weather conditions, clear skies and sunshine with light south-westerly winds,” Met Office meteorologist, Rebecca Reilly, said.
However, people staying out late to party the night away are advised to wear a jacket.
