Castle of Light returns for its fifth year at Edinburgh Castle! Discover the iconic site after-dark and enjoy unmissable immersive displays, interactive installations, music and wonder. See Edinburgh’s stories brought to life on the castle walls, meet Rex the loveable lion in the Great Hall, and grab a drink or snack from our café or street food vendors. Make Castle of Light part of your festive plans and enjoy one of Scotland’s largest projection shows.
With an all-new show for 2024, you’ll walk in famous footsteps, dance through the ages in Crown Square and, for the first time since the 17th century, you will be able to “fire” Mons Meg! From mythical creatures to forgotten tales – see Edinburgh Castle in a whole new light.
To allow for the event, the castle will close at the earlier time 4pm (last entry at 2.30pm), and the Redcoat café will close at the earlier time of 2.30pm.
A special access night will take place on Sunday 8 December including a reduced capacity, a designated quiet space, BSL tour slots, ear defenders and volunteer guides to support the event.Tickets and further information coming soon.
