Burns Night

Burns Night is an annual celebration held on January 25th in honor of Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns. It features traditional Scottish food such as haggis, poetry readings, and musical performances, especially of Burns’ poems and songs. The evening often begins with a formal meal, during which a toast to the poet is made, sometimes accompanied by a ceremonial piping in the haggis. The event promotes Scottish culture, literature, and heritage, bringing communities together to appreciate Burns’ literary contributions and Scottish traditions.