Finally, the festive year ends with a bang and Europe 's biggest and most spectacular Hogmanay party which this year takes place form 29 December 2008 –- 1 January 2009. Around 100,000 people join in the street party, enjoying local and international acts, a ceilidh in the gardens and the fantastic seven hills fireworks to celebrate the coming of the new year. Find out how you can join the party at www.edinburghshogmanay.org.