Exterior of Edinburgh Castle with lots of colour and pattern being projected onto it

Castle of Light: Fire and Ice

Dates

21-22, 28-29 November; 5-7, 12-14, 19-23, 27-30 December; 2-4 January

Times

4.30pm to 9pm (last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm)

Enjoy the Defender of the Nation illuminated in a spectacular after-dark trail.

Castle of Light returns for its sixth year! Prepare to be mesmerised by the enchanting forces of fire and Ice as these two powerful elements intertwine throughout the castle to create unmissable immersive displays, interactive installations, music, and wonder. Warm up by the fire pit & toast a marshmallow, 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.

Tickets

The event takes place outdoors and there is no visitor access to interior areas of the castle, excluding an indoor catering area.

Pick your time slot when buying tickets (last entry between 7.30pm and 7.45pm). The event closes at 9pm.

Advance booking online is recommended.

25% discount on tickets for Historic Scotland Members' (valid membership card required on arrival). Not a Member? Join now to enjoy the benefits.

Early Bird Prices (available until 30 Sept)

For early bird tickets please use the discount code COLCM25 at checkout (excluded on members offer)

Early bird tickets must be booked before midnight on Tuesday 30 September 

Prices

  • Adult (16-64yrs) £24.00
  • Concession (65yrs+) £19.00
  • Child (7-15yrs) £15.00
  • Family (1 adult and 2 children) £48.50
  • Family (2 adults and 2 children) £70.00
  • Family (2 adults and 3 children) £84.00

Consumer Terms & Conditions

Event cancellation

If we need to cancel the event for any reason, ticket holders will be notified, and we will also update Facebook

 

Quiet night - Sunday 7 December

Tickets and further information coming soon.

Event dates & early closures

To allow for the event, the castle will close at the earlier time of 4pm (last entry at 2.30pm) on the following dates:

  • 21 November
  • 22 November
  • 28 November
  • 29 November
  • 5 December
  • 6 December
  • 7 December (Quiet night)
  • 12 December
  • 13 December
  • 14 December
  • 19 December
  • 20 December
  • 21 December
  • 22 December
  • 23 December
  • 27 December
  • 28 December
  • 29 December
  • 30 December
  • 2 January
  • 3 January
  • 4 January

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Contact

Castle of Light event team

Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm (except UK public holidays)