

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Olde Towne Scottish Walk
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 31 Dec, 2025 at 04:00 pm – Wed, 31 Dec, 2025 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: A cherished Portsmouth tradition, the Olde Towne Scottish Walk rings in the New Year with bagpipes, drums and community pride. Modeled after Scotland’s Hogmanay Festival, this spirited procession honors friends, merchants and neighbors while wishing all good luck and prosperity in the year ahead.

Join the free walk beginning at 4:30 p.m., led by pipes and drums through historic Olde Towne, ending at High Street Landing for a flag ceremony and the singing of Auld Lang Syne.

Come dressed in tartan (optional), bring the family and share in a celebration of heritage, community and hope for the year to come.
• Free admission
• Gather at 4 p.m.; step-off at 4:30 p.m.
• Ends at High Street Landing
• Free parking throughout Olde Towne
• Hot chocolate and coffee available before the walk at St. John’s Episcopal Church

Learn more: https://portsvaevents.com/event/olde-towne-scottish-walk
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/olde-towne-scottish-walk/200029253628426
- **Event Categories**: festivals, new-year
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 483

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Portsmouth
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Corner of Queen and Washington Streets, Portsmouth VA
- **lat**: 36.83603
- **long**: -76.3039
- **full address**: Corner of Queen and Washington Streets, Portsmouth VA, 451 Washington St, Portsmouth, VA 23704-3524, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Olde Towne Scottish Walk being held?
  - **A:** Olde Towne Scottish Walk takes place on Wed, 31 Dec, 2025 at 04:00 pm to Wed, 31 Dec, 2025 at 06:00 pm at Corner of Queen and Washington Streets, Portsmouth VA, 451 Washington St, Portsmouth, VA 23704-3524, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Olde Towne Scottish Walk?
  - **A:** Olde Towne Scottish Walk is organized by City of Portsmouth, VA Government.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Olde Towne Scottish Walk is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Portsmouth, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 480+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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