Underworld set to headline Edinburgh's Hogmanay In The Gardens three decades after iconic Trainspotting link
Underworld’s 1996 hit Born Slippy is synonymous with Edinburgh after appearing in the film Trainspotting
A legendary dance act with huge connections to Edinburgh will be headlining this year’s Hogmanay In The Gardens.
Underworld will make their Edinburgh Hogmanay debut this December as the dance duo bring the party to the annual event at Princes Street Gardens.
For the past three decades, their 1996 hit single Born Slippy (Nuxx) has been synonymous with Edinburgh after being used in the film adaptation of Irvine Welsh’s iconic novel Trainspotting.
Speaking about what will be Underworld’s only Scottish date of 2026, members Rick Smith and Karl Hyde said: “We've celebrated New Years all around the world. But Hogmanay with the Scots is always EXCEPTIONAL.
“We only hope we can give some of that special back to the Scottish people and celebrate the only way we know how. Edinburgh, Let's Dance."
Underworld’s performance will also mark a first for Edinburgh’s Hogmanay organisers, as the dance duo will lead a special ‘Midnight Moment’ in West Princes Street Gardens.
The moment will see Underworld soundtrack the welcome to 2027 and the world-famous fireworks from Edinburgh Castle.
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay will also see the famous Street Party return to Princes Street, with tens of thousands of New Years revellers set to take part in this year’s celebrations.
Councillor Margaret Graham, culture and communities convener, said: “Edinburgh truly is the place to bring in the bells, and there’s no better home for Hogmanay than our capital city.
“We’re delighted to be welcoming Underworld to Edinburgh for what promises to be a very special headline performance. I’m sure it will be the perfect way to kick off 2027 and create unforgettable memories for those joining us to celebrate.
“It’s especially exciting that our world-famous Midnight Moment will be accompanied by such an iconic soundtrack, adding even more magic to the occasion. Combined with our spectacular fireworks, stunning light installations and projections, this year’s celebrations are shaping up to be an extraordinary experience and one not to be missed.”
Directors at Unique Assembly, which produces Edinburgh’s Hogmanay, added: “We’re thrilled to welcome Underworld as 2026's Hogmanay in the Gardens headliners for what is set to be an incredible night of music to dance our way into 2027.
“In a summer when Scotland has once again shown the world how to party, we can’t wait to ring in the New Year with friends from around the world at the Home of Hogmanay.
“Underworld have soundtracked 30 years of iconic Scottish moments and to experience ‘Born Slippy (Nuxx)’ live in the heart of Edinburgh is going to be an unforgettable moment for everyone.
“The world-famous Midnight Moment soundtracked by legends of the dance world will ensure revellers kick off 2027 with the ultimate party beneath Edinburgh Castle. No Scotland, No Party!”
Tickets, priced from £79 each plus a £1 charity donation, will go on sale on the Edinburgh’s Hogmanay website at 10am on Friday, June 26.
Fans who want to secure their tickets early can sign up for pre-sale access, available 24 hours ahead of the general sale at 10am on Thursday, June 25, on the Edinburgh’s Hogmanay website.
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