Burns Night(Scotland)
An annual celebration in Scotland honoring the poet Robert Burns with traditional feasts, poetry recitals, and Scottish music.
Burns Night commemorates the birth of Robert Burns, Scotland’s national poet, who was born on January 25, 1759. The evening typically begins with the piping in of the haggis, followed by a recitation of Burns’s famous 'Address to a Haggis.' Guests then enjoy a traditional meal of haggis, neeps, and tatties, accompanied by Scotch whisky. Recitals of Burns’s poetry and songs, such as 'Auld Lang Syne,' are interspersed with speeches and toasts. Bagpipe music and ceilidh dancing add to the festive atmosphere. Burns Clubs and cultural societies around the world host gatherings on this date. The celebration highlights Scottish literary heritage and continues to inspire new generations of Burns enthusiasts.
Burns Night