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The Edinburgh Christmas festivals for 2020 were canceled due to the Covid-19 outbreak.
Edinburgh City Council and the producers of Underbelly events said the decision followed the “latest advice” from public health experts.
Any event that can draw a gathering or crowd, including market stalls and attractions, will not happen now.
The council said the focus will shift to celebrating Edinburgh Christmas online this year.
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street party was called off in July due to the pandemic, but organizers hoped other controlled-access events could be held to ensure social distancing.
However, the council said it was now clear that the “best place” to experience Edinburgh and Hogmanay Christmas would be from home.
Covid-19 cases are on the rise across Scotland and new measures designed to halt the rise came into effect on September 22, including a 10 p.m. curfew for bars and restaurants.
Adam McVey, Head of Edinburgh City Council, said: “While we understand that the absence of popular events will bring some disappointment, we want to make it clear that Edinburgh Christmas is not canceled and that our businesses across the city will deliver their usual festive cheer to that we take advantage.
“We look forward to announcing the details of an innovative 2020 digital program to aid these celebrations soon.”
