Scotland’s Wild Winter Spectacle: Up Helly Aa Festival 2026
Up Helly Aa Festival 2026 brings the Shetland Islands to life with fire, music, and deep Viking heritage. Every winter, on the last Tuesday of January (27 January 2026), Lerwick transforms into a glowing parade of torches, shields, and tradition. The event honors Shetland’s Norse roots and the long, dark northern winters that shaped its […]











