From January to March each year, communities across the Shetland Islands, come together for a whole series of spectacular and unique fiery celebrations starting off in Scalloway (Scallowaa) on TBA January 2024 and ending up in Delting on the TBA March 2024.

Shetland’s Viking past comes to life as communities across the islands come together for a night of Viking dress. alcohol (of course), singing, burning torches through the streets and dancing to traditional Shetland music.

The Unst Uyeasound Up Helly Aa takes place in Uyeasound on TBA February 2024
The Unst Norwick Up Helly Aa takes place in Norwick on TBA February 2024

We hope you will join us in celebrating our Viking heritage.