Days Until Burns Night
Live countdown to Robert Burns Day 2027
Burns Night 2027
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Summary
There are 350 days, 23 hours, and 17 minutes left until Burns Night 2027.
Upcoming Burns Night Dates
| Year | Date | Day | Days Left |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | January 25 | Monday | 350 days |
| 2028 | January 25 | Tuesday | 715 days |
| 2029 | January 25 | Thursday | 1081 days |
| 2030 | January 25 | Friday | 1446 days |
| 2031 | January 25 | Saturday | 1811 days |
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Go to ToolThe Ultimate Guide to Burns Night: Haggis, Poetry, and Whisky
The bagpipes are tuning up, the whisky is being poured, and the haggis is steaming on the table. It is time to celebrate Scotland's favorite son.
If you are searching "How many days until Burns Night?", you are likely preparing to host a traditional supper, memorizing a poem, or just looking for an excuse to enjoy a dram of scotch in January.
Our Live Burns Night Countdown Tool above ensures you are ready for the big night on January 25th. But beyond the timer, this guide is your comprehensive resource. We will explore the life of Robert Burns, the strict order of the supper ceremony, the economic impact of the event, and how to toast the "Great Chieftain o' the Puddin-race" properly.
When Is Burns Night 2027? (January 25, 2027)
Burns Night is celebrated annually on January 25th, the birthday of Robert Burns (1759-1796).
📅 A Fixed Celebration
Unlike Easter or Thanksgiving, this date does not change.
- Event: Anniversary of Robert Burns' birth.
- Timing: While the 25th is the official date, Burns Suppers are often held on the weekend before or after if the date falls on a weekday.
The first Burns supper was held in July 1801 by his friends, but the date was later moved to his birthday.
Who Was Robert Burns?
Known as Rabbie Burns, the Bard of Ayrshire, or simply "The Bard," he is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland.
The People's Poet: Burns wrote in the Scots language as well as standard English. His works celebrated the common man, nature, and romance, while often critiquing the church and state hypocrisy.
Global Legacy: He penned "Auld Lang Syne," the song sung globally on New Year's Eve. His influence extends far beyond Scotland; he inspired American authors like John Steinbeck (Of Mice and Men comes from a Burns poem) and J.D. Salinger.
Why We Celebrate: The first supper was a memorial dinner held by his close friends five years after his death. They ate haggis, drank whisky, and recited his poetry. The tradition was so enjoyable that they decided to do it every year.
The Economics of Haggis: A January Boom
January is usually a quiet month for retail, but in Scotland and for butchers worldwide, Burns Night provides a massive economic boost.
£20 Million
Estimated boost to the Scottish economy from Burns Night related sales.
3.5 Million
Haggis meals are eaten worldwide on this single night.
Whisky
Sales of single malt scotch spike significantly during the week of the 25th.
Top 3
Most celebrated unofficial holiday in the UK calendar.
Your Countdown Strategy: Hosting a Burns Supper
A proper Burns Supper follows a specific order of service. As the days until Burns Night tick down, use this plan to organize your event.
Burns Night Around the World
Scots have emigrated everywhere, taking their bard with them.
- United States: The American-Scottish Foundation hosts huge gala dinners in New York City. A statue of Burns stands in Central Park.
- Russia: Burns was hugely popular in the Soviet Union because of his focus on the common man and egalitarianism. He was the first poet honored on a Soviet stamp.
- New Zealand: Dunedin, founded by Scots, holds statues and celebrations that rival those in Edinburgh. Robert Burns' nephew, Thomas Burns, was a key figure in the city's history.
- Space: In 2010, a miniature book of Burns' poetry was carried into orbit by astronaut Nicholas Patrick on a space shuttle mission, traveling 5.7 million miles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sláinte Mhath!
"Good health" to you! As the 25th of January approaches, prepare your toasts and your stomach. Use our Burns Night Countdown Timer to ensure you don't miss the moment to honor the ploughman poet.
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