The Up Helly Aa fire festival in Scotland is characterized by unique attributes, such as the torch-lit procession and the burning of a Viking longship. Celebrated in January, this event honors the Viking heritage of the Shetland Islands through reenactments, music, and communal festivities. Participants, known as “guizers,” don Viking costumes and take part in various activities leading up to the climax of the longship burning. The festival symbolizes both a cultural tribute to history and a celebration of community spirit amidst the cold winter months.