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Gallery: Stonehaven Fireballs gives 2024 a fiery start

The iconic event lit up the High Street in Stonehaven at midnight.

By Bailey Moreton
Stonehaven Fireballs
A participant entertains the crowds at Stonehaven Fireballs on Hogmanay. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson

Any other night it would be a cause for alarm, but on Hogmanay, a parade of fireball-waving Stonehaven residents was warmly welcomed.

The Aberdeenshire town brought in the new year with style as it once again hosted its iconic Stonehaven Fireballs event.

The crowds packed along High Street in Stonehaven to take in the dazzling display.

The event takes place at midnight on December 31 in Stonehaven. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
A participant whirls a fireball past during the parade. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Crowds lined High Street in Stonehaven for the iconic event on Hogmanay. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson

People started piling in from around 10pm with the festival starting at midnight. The fiery display lasts for around 20 minutes and is part of the community’s Hogmanay celebrations.

A participant whirls his fireball during the event. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
The event is an iconic part of Stonehaven’s Hogmanay celebrations. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson

Donations were collected for the Stonehaven Fireballs Association, which help with the costs associated with running the ceremony.

The crowd cheers on as the parade goes past. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
The event marks an iconic start to 2024 for Stonehaven residents. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson

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