Winter celebrations across Scotland have been boosted by £315,000 of funding, the Culture Secretary has announced.
The Winter Festivals programme includes events on St Andrew's Day, Christmas, Hogmanay and Burns Night.
The funding will be awarded to 16 events: seven on St Andrew's Day, five regional Hogmanay celebration and four Burns events.
Culture Secretary Fiona Hyslop said: "Scotland's Winter Festivals comprise a dynamic events programme, spanning the significant national dates of St Andrew's Day, Christmas, Hogmanay and Burns Night.
"The Scottish Government is delighted to deliver this funding, which enables EventScotland to showcase the best of Scottish music, arts, food and drink, innovation and entertainment to a wide audience.
"We are a country renowned for our warm hospitality and in 2013 alone, almost 15 million overnight stays were spent in Scotland.
"St Andrew's Day, Christmas, Hogmanay and Burns Night offer great opportunities for visitors and residents alike to celebrate our rich culture and distinctive heritage here, while our special dates are also marked around the world."
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