Up Helly Aa Fire Festival

1. What historical culture does Up Helly Aa primarily honor?

2. What does the term ‘Up Helly Aa’ loosely translate to?

3. When was the modern version of Up Helly Aa first celebrated?

4. In which town is the largest Up Helly Aa celebration held?

5. Which group oversees the organization of Up Helly Aa?

6. What is the purpose of Up Helly Aa?

7. What event marks the end of the Up Helly Aa celebration?

8. Who are the ‘guizers’ in the Up Helly Aa festival?

9. During which month does Up Helly Aa typically take place?

10. What type of songs are sung during the festival?

11. What do participants carry during the parade?

12. What happens to the Viking longship at the end of the procession?

13. What is the Jarl’s squad commonly known as?

14. What is the name of the squad leader who leads the Up Helly Aa procession?

15. What type of costumes do participants in the Jarl Squad traditionally wear?

16. What is the central feature of the Up Helly Aa celebration?

17. How long does it typically takes to plan each Up Helly Aa festival?

18. In which Scottish region is the Up Helly Aa fire festival celebrated?