What's On In Aberdeen
A comprehensive events calendar for Aberdeen city area which is updated daily by the Council, events partners and the community. Find hundreds of local events and things going on in Aberdeen.
See the Person, not the Age Roadshow
On 30 Sep 2008 (Tuesday Only)
The Scottish Government’s ‘See the Person, not the Age’ campaign truck is coming to Loch Street in Aberdeen on Tuesday 30 September from 10am – 6pm.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Education,Exhibitions,)
Picturing the Past
From 10 Sep 2008 To 30 Sep 2008 (Everyday)
Photography competition focussing on archaeological sites and monuments in Aberdeenshire. As part of Scottish Archaeology Month.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Environment,Heritage,Visual Arts,)
Mismatch
On 30 Sep 2008 (Wednesday and Thursday)
Play presented by Theatre Serendipity.
(Theme: Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Senior Citizens/50+,Theatre & Shows,)
TALK - Sir William Quiller Orchardson
On 30 Sep 2008
Olga Ferguson, Assistant Keeper (Fine Art)
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences,)
Jazz Aberdeen presents - Partisans
On 02 Oct 2008 (Thursday Only)
One of the most exciting and adventurous bands on the UK jazz scene.
(Theme: Music,)
National Festival of Youth Theatre 2008
From 03 Oct 2008 To 05 Oct 2008 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
This is the 4th festival and will feature a weekend of shows by young people from Scotland, Ireland and Norway in exciting and innovative dramas, plays and performances.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Performing Arts,Theatre & Shows,Young People,)
Blowing Away the Myth
On 07 Oct 2008 (Tuesday Only)
Substantial increases in the cost of traditional energy supplies - i.e. natural gas and centrally generated electricity - have focused attention on the potential for meeting business energy needs through on-site renewable energy technologies.
(Theme: Business,Environment,)
Older People's Festival Tea Dance
On 08 Oct 2008 (Wednesday Only)
As part of the Older People's Festival, listen and dance to the sound of a live band in this renowned ballroom.
(Theme: Dance,Music,Senior Citizens/50+,)
An Evening with Ray Mears
On 14 Oct 2008 (Tuesday Only)
A candid, highly enjoyable and informative evening not to be missed.
(Theme: Countryside,Crafts,Environment,Talks, Lectures & Conferences,Children & Family-Friendly,)
RYA Seamanship Skills Course
From 13 Oct 2008 To 15 Oct 2008 (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday)
Course for sailors who have already completed the level 1 and 2 Course.
(Theme: Education,Sport & Games,Workshops & Courses,)
Transition Extreme October Camp
From 13 Oct 2008 To 24 Oct 2008 (Weekdays Only)
Transition Extreme is offering kids an exclusive jam-packed week of alternative activities in our October Camps. Not to be missed!
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Crafts,Music,Seasonal,Sport & Games,)
Lunchbreak Concert - Colin Hunter (Clarinet) and Blair Cargill (Piano)
On 02 Oct 2008
Fantasiestücke: Schumann; Canzonett: Pierné; Sonata: Marcus Blunt; Sonatina: Arnold.
(Theme: Music,)
Meal n Ale Doric Concert
On 04 Oct 2008 (Saturday Only)
An evening of songs and music with a doric theme. Organised by the Aberdeen branch of the Traditional Music and Song Association.
(Theme: Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Heritage,Music,)
Adult Workshops 18+
From 09 Sep 2008 To 07 Oct 2008 (Tuesday Only)
Every Workshop is different so come to one, a few or all of them,. no previous experience required.
(Theme: Education, Performing Arts)
Jazz Aberdeen presents - Neon
On 09 Oct 2008 (Thursday Only)
Neon is a vibrant new trio led by legendary saxophonist Stan Sulzmann.
(Theme: Music,)
Lunchbreak Concert - The North East of Scotland Music School
On 09 Oct 2008
Moira Docherty; Colin Brockie; Donald Hawsworth. The Telephone: G.C. Menotti.
(Theme: Music,)
Black and White - NEOS
From 01 Sep 2008 To 14 Oct 2008 (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday)
In conjunction with NEOS (North East Open Studios), Musa will be showing work by local artists explorign "Black and White" as a theme.
(Theme: )
TALK - Recent Archaeological Work at Marischal College
On 15 Oct 2008
Alison Cameron, Assistant Archaeologist
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences,)
Barbara Rae
From 03 Sep 2008 To 18 Oct 2008
Prints by this master of colour and honorary graduate of the University of Aberdeen.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
The Local Word and Image
500 Years of Printing in Scotland
From 17 Nov 2007 To 25 Oct 2008
2008 brings with it celebrations of 500 years of printing in Scotland. As part of these wider celebrations this exhibition will examine the history of printing in Aberdeen.
(Theme: Exhibitions,Heritage,)
How to Make the Perfect Poo
From 13 Oct 2008 To 26 Oct 2008 (Everyday)
In this fun and informative show for the whole family, visitors will learn about the digestive system and why you need a healthy diet.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,)
Duthie Park: a park for all seasons and for all people
From 01 Sep 2008 To 31 Oct 2008 (Everyday)
This exhibition celebrates the 125th anniversary of the opening of the Duthie Park and features both current and historic photographs from the Local Studies Photographic Archive in the Central Library.
(Theme: Exhibitions,Heritage,)
danceLive! 2008 – Aberdeen's Festival of Contemporary Dance
From 07 Oct 2008 To 01 Nov 2008 (Everyday)
Now in it's 3rd year danceLive! - Aberdeen’s autumn dance festival brings a selection of new and exciting contemporary dance performances together with live music to a range of venues around Aberdeen.
(Theme: Dance,)
Ship Shape
From 12 Aug 2008 To 02 Nov 2008
Marine modelmaking has been an essential part of shipbuilding for hundreds of years.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
Children in Conflict
From 13 Sep 2008 To 15 Nov 2008
A provocative, groundbreaking exhibition which brings together work by high-profile contemporary artists who have responded to the theme of conflict and the devastating effect that it has on children worldwide.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
Improvers Contemporary Workshops
From 26 Sep 2008 To 21 Nov 2008 (Friday Only)
These workshops will comprise of a technique class and a creative session developing choreographic ideas. Running 26 Sept, 31 Oct, 21 Nov
(Theme: Dance,Health,Workshops & Courses,)
Scottish Youth Theatre Winter Classes
From 20 Sep 2008 To 29 Nov 2008 (Saturday Only)
Scottish Youth Theatre's Winter term for drama classes are to commence on the 20th September in Aberdeen. They are for anyone interested in drama, aged between 6 and 25 years.
(Theme: Workshops & Courses,)
Falling Leaves - Autumnal Attire
From 20 Sep 2008 To 29 Nov 2008
The Costume Gallery re-opens with a rich display of outfits inspired by the colours and motifs associated with Autumn.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
Beach Litter Survey and Clean Up
From 16 Mar 2008 To 07 Dec 2008
Part of the UK charity Marine Conservation Society's Adopt a Beach programme.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Countryside,Education,Environment,Senior Citizens/50+,)
Aberdeen Country Fair
From 23 Feb 2008 To 20 Dec 2008 (Saturday Only)
Aberdeen Country Fair can be found in the heart of the City on the first and last Saturday of every month throughout the year. The Market provides local farmers and crafters the opportunity to showcase their products.
(Theme: Countryside,Crafts,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Markets,)
Six concerts promoted by Aberdeen Chamber Music Club
From 13 Oct 2008 To 09 Mar 2009 (Monday Only)
One concert per month on Monday evenings from October ’08 to March 2009 - all open to the public.
(Theme: Music,)
Event Highlights
On 30 Sep 2008 (Tuesday Only)
The Scottish Government’s ‘See the Person, not the Age’ campaign truck is coming to Loch Street in Aberdeen on Tuesday 30 September from 10am – 6pm.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Education,Exhibitions,)
From 10 Sep 2008 To 30 Sep 2008 (Everyday)
Photography competition focussing on archaeological sites and monuments in Aberdeenshire. As part of Scottish Archaeology Month.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Environment,Heritage,Visual Arts,)
On 30 Sep 2008 (Wednesday and Thursday)
Play presented by Theatre Serendipity.
(Theme: Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Senior Citizens/50+,Theatre & Shows,)
On 30 Sep 2008
Olga Ferguson, Assistant Keeper (Fine Art)
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences,)
On 02 Oct 2008 (Thursday Only)
One of the most exciting and adventurous bands on the UK jazz scene.
(Theme: Music,)
From 03 Oct 2008 To 05 Oct 2008 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
This is the 4th festival and will feature a weekend of shows by young people from Scotland, Ireland and Norway in exciting and innovative dramas, plays and performances.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Performing Arts,Theatre & Shows,Young People,)
On 07 Oct 2008 (Tuesday Only)
Substantial increases in the cost of traditional energy supplies - i.e. natural gas and centrally generated electricity - have focused attention on the potential for meeting business energy needs through on-site renewable energy technologies.
(Theme: Business,Environment,)
On 08 Oct 2008 (Wednesday Only)
As part of the Older People's Festival, listen and dance to the sound of a live band in this renowned ballroom.
(Theme: Dance,Music,Senior Citizens/50+,)
On 14 Oct 2008 (Tuesday Only)
A candid, highly enjoyable and informative evening not to be missed.
(Theme: Countryside,Crafts,Environment,Talks, Lectures & Conferences,Children & Family-Friendly,)
From 13 Oct 2008 To 15 Oct 2008 (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday)
Course for sailors who have already completed the level 1 and 2 Course.
(Theme: Education,Sport & Games,Workshops & Courses,)
From 13 Oct 2008 To 24 Oct 2008 (Weekdays Only)
Transition Extreme is offering kids an exclusive jam-packed week of alternative activities in our October Camps. Not to be missed!
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Crafts,Music,Seasonal,Sport & Games,)
Current And Forthcoming Events
On 02 Oct 2008
Fantasiestücke: Schumann; Canzonett: Pierné; Sonata: Marcus Blunt; Sonatina: Arnold.
(Theme: Music,)
On 04 Oct 2008 (Saturday Only)
An evening of songs and music with a doric theme. Organised by the Aberdeen branch of the Traditional Music and Song Association.
(Theme: Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Heritage,Music,)
From 09 Sep 2008 To 07 Oct 2008 (Tuesday Only)
Every Workshop is different so come to one, a few or all of them,. no previous experience required.
(Theme: Education, Performing Arts)
On 09 Oct 2008 (Thursday Only)
Neon is a vibrant new trio led by legendary saxophonist Stan Sulzmann.
(Theme: Music,)
On 09 Oct 2008
Moira Docherty; Colin Brockie; Donald Hawsworth. The Telephone: G.C. Menotti.
(Theme: Music,)
From 01 Sep 2008 To 14 Oct 2008 (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday)
In conjunction with NEOS (North East Open Studios), Musa will be showing work by local artists explorign "Black and White" as a theme.
(Theme: )
On 15 Oct 2008
Alison Cameron, Assistant Archaeologist
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences,)
From 03 Sep 2008 To 18 Oct 2008
Prints by this master of colour and honorary graduate of the University of Aberdeen.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
From 17 Nov 2007 To 25 Oct 2008
2008 brings with it celebrations of 500 years of printing in Scotland. As part of these wider celebrations this exhibition will examine the history of printing in Aberdeen.
(Theme: Exhibitions,Heritage,)
From 13 Oct 2008 To 26 Oct 2008 (Everyday)
In this fun and informative show for the whole family, visitors will learn about the digestive system and why you need a healthy diet.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,)
From 01 Sep 2008 To 31 Oct 2008 (Everyday)
This exhibition celebrates the 125th anniversary of the opening of the Duthie Park and features both current and historic photographs from the Local Studies Photographic Archive in the Central Library.
(Theme: Exhibitions,Heritage,)
From 07 Oct 2008 To 01 Nov 2008 (Everyday)
Now in it's 3rd year danceLive! - Aberdeen’s autumn dance festival brings a selection of new and exciting contemporary dance performances together with live music to a range of venues around Aberdeen.
(Theme: Dance,)
From 12 Aug 2008 To 02 Nov 2008
Marine modelmaking has been an essential part of shipbuilding for hundreds of years.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
From 13 Sep 2008 To 15 Nov 2008
A provocative, groundbreaking exhibition which brings together work by high-profile contemporary artists who have responded to the theme of conflict and the devastating effect that it has on children worldwide.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
From 26 Sep 2008 To 21 Nov 2008 (Friday Only)
These workshops will comprise of a technique class and a creative session developing choreographic ideas. Running 26 Sept, 31 Oct, 21 Nov
(Theme: Dance,Health,Workshops & Courses,)
From 20 Sep 2008 To 29 Nov 2008 (Saturday Only)
Scottish Youth Theatre's Winter term for drama classes are to commence on the 20th September in Aberdeen. They are for anyone interested in drama, aged between 6 and 25 years.
(Theme: Workshops & Courses,)
From 20 Sep 2008 To 29 Nov 2008
The Costume Gallery re-opens with a rich display of outfits inspired by the colours and motifs associated with Autumn.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
From 16 Mar 2008 To 07 Dec 2008
Part of the UK charity Marine Conservation Society's Adopt a Beach programme.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Countryside,Education,Environment,Senior Citizens/50+,)
From 23 Feb 2008 To 20 Dec 2008 (Saturday Only)
Aberdeen Country Fair can be found in the heart of the City on the first and last Saturday of every month throughout the year. The Market provides local farmers and crafters the opportunity to showcase their products.
(Theme: Countryside,Crafts,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Markets,)
From 13 Oct 2008 To 09 Mar 2009 (Monday Only)
One concert per month on Monday evenings from October ’08 to March 2009 - all open to the public.
(Theme: Music,)
