BBC Scotland has today unveiled its exciting programme for the 2025 festive season.
From Christmas specials of the nation's favourite shows and stand-up comedy sets, to documentaries and the annual Hogmanay festivities, BBC Scotland is jam-packed this Christmas and New Year.
Among the offering is a Two Doors Down Christmas Special, as well as new episodes of River City.
Scotland Stands Up will return as Stuart Mitchell hosts a night of comedy, featuring Jay Lafferty, Ayo Adenekan, Krystal Evans and a special live appearance from Robert Florence.
Karen Dunbar Live from Ayr will also be broadcasted, which will see the comedy legend perform a hometown gig at Ayr Town Hall as well as Ray Bradshaw's brand-new stand-up special, Ray Bradshow: Bald Ginger.
BBC Scotland will also be offering plenty of factual shows and documentaries, including Being Stanley Baxter, which comes ahead of the TV star's 100th birthday and Hercules the Bear – A Love Story, which tells the incredible story of the grizzly bear who became an international star and a beloved character in the Highlands.
Additionally, In Wild Horses and Me, Gordon Buchanan heads to Canada’s epic Rocky Mountains in search of one of nature’s most iconic animals: wild horses.
Scotland’s Christmas Home of the Year 2025 will also air, as Anna Campbell-Jones, Banjo Beale and Danny Campbell visit five festive homes all hoping to be gifted the title of Scotland’s Christmas Home of the Year 2025.
In terms of bringing in the new year, Des Clarke will host the Not Quite End of Year Show which will kick off the celebrations on BBC Scotland.
Then on BBC One Scotland, Amy Irons will lead the nation into the New Year with Hogmanay 2025, showcasing music from the likes of Nathan Evans and Michelle McManus. As is tradition, BBC Scotland will go live to Edinburgh for the celebrations.
Des Clarke will be there in the capital for the Lone Piper on the ramparts of the castle, the firing of the iconic Mons Meg at Midnight and the city’s amazing firework display soundtracked by the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra.
Queen of the New Year will also return to BBC One Scotland this Hogmanay with a night of sharp sketches and big laughs with Greg Hemphill and Robert Florence.
Also in the Hogmanay line up, Des Clarke and his special guests Ashley Storrie, Rosco McLelland, Amy Irons and Connor Burns offer their unique take on the past year's news in Breaking the Year 2025.
Amongst the festivities there is also a time for reflection. On BBC One Prayer and Reflection will be joining the congregation at St Giles for a traditional Christmas service with a combination of scripture, readings and a sermon led by parishioners and Reverand Dr Scott Rennie.
Over on BBC Radio Scotland, there is something for everyone in a jam-packed festive line up.
On Christmas Day, BBC ALBA will celebrate 15 years of Trail West with a special concert in Trail West aig Barrowland.
On Boxing Day, Marmalade fan Gregor Macleod sets out to explore the history and enduring popularity of his favourite preserve in Marmalade le Gregor.
Ahead of the New Year, join Robert Robertson and special guests at home as they explore some of the traditions of the season in for Robert Robertson air Oidhche Challainn.
BBC ALBA's Hogmanay show will be broadcast live and worldwide on Radio nan Gàidheal. Meanwhile, on New Years Day, Angus Òg: The Making of a Tabloid Teuchtar will explore the story behind artist Ewen Bain’s beloved Hebridean cartoon rascal.
Louise Thornton, head of commissioning at BBC Scotland, said: “We are thrilled to bring audiences a truly special mix of comedy, drama, music and entertainment this festive season.
"From much-loved favourites to brand-new programmes, there’s something for everyone to enjoy over the festive season."
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