Sprogmanay

Shimmy, sparkle, and sing your way into the New Year as Sprogmanay returns for 2026. Enjoy an afternoon of fun for all ages with live music and performances.  

Look out your party clothes, shine your dancing shoes and kick of 2026 as you mean to go on! We're thrilled to be joined by Unicorn Dance Party, back for a third time to celebrate the new year.

Need a break from dancing? Pull up a chair at our festive craft tables or explore our galleries packed with inspiring objects and stories.

Programme

Sprogmanay Crafts

Time: 12:00 – 16:30

Join our Learning Team for some festive crafts.

Tricky Ricky

Time: 14:10 – 14:45

Award-winning entertainer Tricky Ricky presents the Greatest Tricks magic show.

Hip Hop Story Stop 

Time: 14:55 – 15:35

There’s fun for all the family with this session of dance, story, and rhyme.

Unicorn Dance Party

Time: 15:45 – 16:30

Sparkling unicorns, Luna and Melody, will get you clapping your hands and shaking your tails to some rockin’ jams! 

Accessibility and facilities

We want everyone who comes to our museums to enjoy their time with us and make the most of their visit.  

Visit our accessibility page for general access information for the National Museum of Scotland.