The *Up Helly Aa* fire festival in Shetland reflects deep-rooted *Norse traditions*, particularly the Viking heritage of the region. The festival's climax features a spectacular torchlit procession leading to the burning of a replica Viking longship, symbolizing a nod to ancient maritime culture. Participants, called “guizers,” don elaborate Viking costumes, showcasing historical garments and storytelling aspects of their ancestry. The festival not only celebrates Scottish Viking history but also reinforces community identity, as locals gather to honor their shared past and maintain their cultural heritage.