A TARTAN parade to mark the historic anniversary of Edinburgh and to celebrate Scottish heritage has been announced.
Tartan Parade Scotland has announced its inaugural Edinburgh Tartan Parade which is set to take place next year on May 10, 2025, to mark the celebration of the city of Edinburgh's 900th anniversary.
The event aims to bring together tartans, pipe bands, dancers, musicians, organisations, and individuals from across both Scotland and the world to celebrate the country's rich heritage and culture.
The proposed route for the parade will start at the iconic Royal Mile, then weave its way down Cockburn Street and Waverley Bridge, where it will finish at Mound Precinct.
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Attendees can expect a display of clan tartans, as well as lively performances of pipe bands and highland dancers, organisations, and individuals all coming together to honour Scotland's legacy.
The inspiration for the Tartan Parade comes from the successful NYC Tartan Day Parade and the ongoing collaboration between the event organisers and Kyle Dawson, the President of the NYC Tartan Day Parade, who is thrilled about the event.
He said: “The NYC Tartan Day Parade has been a beacon of Scottish pride and heritage for nearly thirty years.
“We are thrilled to see this tradition extend to Scotland, fostering deeper connections and celebrating the rich Scottish culture.”
To celebrate the announcement of the Tartan Parade speeches will take place on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at The Mound Precinct, next to the National Galleries.
This event will officially open the registration process for the upcoming parade.
Attendees can expect speeches from Councilor Lezley Cameron, Scotland's National Piper, Louise Marshall, and performances from Scotland's National Piper and local samba band Pulse of the Place.
Cameron, depute lord provost of the City of Edinburgh, said: “Edinburgh is proud to host the first Tartan Parade Scotland, aligning with our city's 900th anniversary.
“This event not only celebrates our history but also our commitment to cultural diversity and community engagement.”
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