Stonehaven New Year fireballs display draws thousands to High Street celebration
Stonehaven’s world-famous Fireballs parade lit up the High Street once again! Around 40 performers swung blazing fireballs above their heads as crowds gathered to ring in the New Year.
Jan 2, 2026 - 08:33
Jan 2, 2026 - 08:38
Fireball swingers stride through Stonehaven’s High Street, sending showers of sparks into the night during the town’s world-famous Hogmanay tradition.
Thousands of spectators gathered along Stonehaven’s High Street to witness the 2026 New Year celebrations.
Crowds arrived early in the evening to secure a front-row view of the thrilling spectacle.
Shortly before midnight, the sound of a local pipe band echoed through the streets, setting the stage for the main performance.
As the clock struck midnight on December 31 2025, about 40 performers paraded through the High Street, expertly twirling and spinning blazing fireballs in dramatic displays.
The evening ended with a stunning firework show over Stonehaven Harbour, lighting up the night sky and leaving the crowd in awe.
Press and Journal photographer Kath Flannery captured the best moments of the incredible display.
Fireball swingers stride through Stonehaven’s High Street, sending showers of sparks into the night during the town’s world-famous Hogmanay tradition.
A smiling fireball swinger gives a thumbs-up while twirling blazing flames through Stonehaven’s High Street during the dramatic Hogmanay procession.
A family enjoys front-row views from behind barriers as they watch the Stonehaven Fireballs celebrations on the High Street on New Year’s Day.
Callum, Garry and Jess smile for the camera as they enjoy the Stonehaven Fireballs celebrations from the High Street on New Year’s Day.
Flaming fireballs sweep through Stonehaven’s High Street as swingers move in formation during the town’s dramatic and much-anticipated Hogmanay tradition.
Stonehaven’s High Street glows as fireball swingers stride ahead, spinning flaming cages in one of Scotland’s most iconic Hogmanay traditions.
Friends pose for a photo as they enjoy the lively atmosphere around Stonehaven’s High Street during the town’s Fireballs Hogmanay celebrations.
Anna and Janette wrap up warm as they take in the Stonehaven Fireballs celebrations from the High Street on New Year’s Day.
Fireball swingers advance along Stonehaven’s High Street, sending arcs of flame into the night as crowds watch the Hogmanay spectacle unfold.
A local pipe band marches through Stonehaven’s High Street, setting the tone for the Fireballs Hogmanay celebrations as crowds gather for the spectacle.
Fireworks fill the night sky above Stonehaven Harbour as crowds line the waterfront, bringing the Fireballs 2026 celebrations to a spectacular end.
A young Highland dancer performs in the spotlight as crowds line Stonehaven’s High Street during the town’s Fireballs Hogmanay celebrations.
A fireball swinger spins blazing flames beside Stonehaven Harbour as sparks fly, with the Fireballs 2026 sign glowing across the water.
Firelight fills Stonehaven’s High Street as swinging fireballs lead the procession through packed crowds celebrating Hogmanay in the coastal town.
A line of fireball swingers marches through Stonehaven’s High Street, filling the night with flame during the town’s Hogmanay celebrations.
Young performers lead the parade as junior fireball swingers march through Stonehaven’s High Street, delighting crowds during the town’s Hogmanay celebrations.
Fireworks explode above Stonehaven Harbour as the glowing Fireballs 2026 sign reflects on the water, closing the town’s New Year celebrations in style.
Young Highland dancers perform in colourful tartan outfits as crowds look on during the Stonehaven Fireballs celebrations on the High Street on New Year’s Day.
Fireball swingers prepare and light the first fireballs at Stonehaven Harbour ahead of the famous Fireballs procession on New Year’s Day.
Families gather behind barriers as they secure a prime viewing spot for the Stonehaven Fireballs procession on New Year’s Day.
Davina and Chris MacDonald watch the Stonehaven Fireballs procession as crowds gather along the High Street on New Year’s Day.
Matt and Holly raise a celebratory toast as they enjoy the Stonehaven Fireballs festivities along the High Street on New Year’s Day.
John and Deirdra Reidy brave the cold as they join thousands lining Stonehaven’s High Street for the town’s Fireballs celebrations.
Marguerite Deeney, 80, marks her milestone birthday with family while watching the Stonehaven Fireballs celebrations from the High Street on New Year’s Day.
Helen Blackburn and Kirsty Procter enjoy the Stonehaven Fireballs celebrations with Keef among crowds gathered near the harbour on New Year’s Day.
Fireworks bloom above Stonehaven Harbour as crowds line the waterfront, marking the dramatic finale of the town’s Fireballs 2026 celebrations.
Revellers toast the arrival of 2026 beside Stonehaven Harbour as Hogmanay celebrations continue ahead of the town’s famous Fireballs ceremony.
Volunteers enjoy a well-earned pie break while stewarding Stonehaven Fireballs celebrations along the High Street on New Year’s Day 2026.
