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.
Talk: Surrealism
On 29 Aug 2008
Jennifer Melville, Keeper (Fine Art)
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences,)
SAC Open Day
On 30 Aug 2008 (Saturday Only)
Why not come along to an open day to find out more about the courses on offer.
(Theme: Education,)
Feugh Fest 2008
On 30 Aug 2008 (Saturday Only)
Returning for a second year, Banchory is to host Feugh Fest, a full day music festival featuring an extensive line up of some of Britain's best bands.
(Theme: Dance,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Music,)
NorthLink RNLI Fundraising Cruise
On 30 Aug 2008 (Saturday Only)
Sail from Aberdeen Harbour south along the coast to Johnshaven.
(Theme: Fundraising,)
Yoga Weekend with Helen Graham
From 30 Aug 2008 To 31 Aug 2008 (Weekend Only)
Previous Yoga experience required to attend this workshop
(Theme: Dance,Health,Workshops & Courses,)
Aberdeen Blooms 2008
From 30 Aug 2008 To 31 Aug 2008 (Weekend Only)
A Celebration of Aberdeen in Bloom incorporating the annual Royal Horticultural Society of Aberdeen Summer Flower Show
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Countryside,Crafts,Environment,Exhibitions,)
World Singles Champion of Champions Bowling Tournament
From 30 Aug 2008 To 06 Sep 2008 (Everyday)
Come along to Westburn Park and see all the action in the World Bowls Singles Champion of Champions. A truly international event featuring individual men and women bowling champions from all over the world.
(Theme: Sport & Games,)
Wallace 700 Ceremony
On 07 Sep 2008 (Sunday Only)
Aberdeen's annual commemoration ceremony for William Wallace, Guardian of Scotland.
(Theme: Education,Heritage,Performing Arts,Storytelling,)
Stray Dog, EmuS and the leaking brain
From 25 Aug 2008 To 07 Sep 2008 (Everyday)
Collaborative Drawing Exhibition at Limousine Bull Artists' Collective, Torry. Craig Barrowman, Colin Robison and Brian Ross will collaborate on one grand image at the Limousine Bull Project Space.
(Theme: Visual Arts,)
TechFest in September
From 05 Sep 2008 To 22 Sep 2008 (Everyday)
Aberdeen and the North East of Scotland's annual festival of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) returns for it's 15th year.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Design,Education,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Talks, Lectures & Conferences,Workshops & Courses,Young People,)
International Street Market
From 26 Sep 2008 To 28 Sep 2008 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
Aberdeen will once again welcome back the International Street Market. This hugely popular and well established market will attract large numbers of visitors and shoppers over the weekend offering a wide array of products from around the UK and Europe.
(Theme: Markets,)
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+,)
Theatre Tour 30th August
On 30 Aug 2008 (Saturday Only)
We will take you on a fabulous hour long tour around one of the most beautiful theatres in Britain.
(Theme: Education)
Theatre Tour 30th August 2nd tour
On 30 Aug 2008 (Saturday Only)
We will take you on a fabulous hour long tour around one of the most beautiful theatres in Britain.
(Theme: Education)
The End of the Line: the 50th anniversary of the end of Aberdeen's trams
From 04 Jun 2008 To 30 Aug 2008 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday)
A joint exhibition by the Local Studies Section and Aberdeen Transport Society.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
Friends Across The Water - Brass Band Concert
On 05 Sep 2008 (Friday Only)
Joint concert with Bon-Accord Silver Band (Aberdeen) and Jørpeland Musikkorps, Norway.
(Theme: Music,)
Aberdeen Earth Guard - Visit to a Local Nature Reserve
On 07 Sep 2008 (Wednesday Only)
Come and join us as we explore Den of Maidencraig Local Nature Reserve!
(Theme: Environment,Countryside,Talks, Lectures & Conferences,)
ACTS Open Agility Show
From 06 Sep 2008 To 07 Sep 2008 (Weekend Only)
A kennel Club licensed open agility show organised by the Aberdeen Canine Training Society
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,)
SUNSET SONG Post Show Chat
On 11 Sep 2008 (Thursday Only)
SUNSET SONG Post Show Chat
(Theme: Education)
Ship Models
From 12 Aug 2008 To 14 Sep 2008
Marine modelmaking has been an essential part of shipbuilding for hundreds of years.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
Bycatch
From 09 Aug 2008 To 20 Sep 2008 (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday)
Norwegian artists Höhne & Gismarvik investigate the declining fishing industry in Aberdeen and the North East. An exhibition in text, photography, video and installation, it also includes a new twist to fish n' chip wrapping paper. Bycatch will have a cod
(Theme: Education, Visual Arts)
By-catch
From 09 Aug 2008 To 20 Sep 2008
Höhne & Gismarvik investigate the declining fishing industry in Aberdeen and the North East in dialogue with Fisherman George, The Gutters, Sir William Piper, Wheelie's Quines, The Harbour Master, Captain Birds Eye and many others.
(Theme: Countryside, Education, Environment, Exhibitions, Heritage)
Silver of the Stars
From 19 May 2008 To 27 Sep 2008
Nicola Benedetti, Robbie Coltrane, Sir Sean Connery, Billy Connelly, Lulu, Sir Cameron Mackintosh, Ewan McGregor,, Alexander McQueen, Ian Rankin and Sharleen Spiteri are the inspiration behind this stunning exhibition of work by Scottish Silversmiths.
(Theme: Crafts,Design,Exhibitions,)
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)
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,)
The Local Word and Image
500 Years of Printing in Scotland
From 17 Nov 2007 To 16 Nov 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,)
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,)
Ultimate Film Quiz
From 01 Aug 2006 To 01 Aug 2010 (Tuesday and Wednesday)
Every Tuesday night, why not come along to our ULTIMATE MOVIE QUIZ?
(Theme: Media)
Event Highlights
On 29 Aug 2008
Jennifer Melville, Keeper (Fine Art)
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences,)
On 30 Aug 2008 (Saturday Only)
Why not come along to an open day to find out more about the courses on offer.
(Theme: Education,)
On 30 Aug 2008 (Saturday Only)
Returning for a second year, Banchory is to host Feugh Fest, a full day music festival featuring an extensive line up of some of Britain's best bands.
(Theme: Dance,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Music,)
On 30 Aug 2008 (Saturday Only)
Sail from Aberdeen Harbour south along the coast to Johnshaven.
(Theme: Fundraising,)
From 30 Aug 2008 To 31 Aug 2008 (Weekend Only)
Previous Yoga experience required to attend this workshop
(Theme: Dance,Health,Workshops & Courses,)
From 30 Aug 2008 To 31 Aug 2008 (Weekend Only)
A Celebration of Aberdeen in Bloom incorporating the annual Royal Horticultural Society of Aberdeen Summer Flower Show
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Countryside,Crafts,Environment,Exhibitions,)
From 30 Aug 2008 To 06 Sep 2008 (Everyday)
Come along to Westburn Park and see all the action in the World Bowls Singles Champion of Champions. A truly international event featuring individual men and women bowling champions from all over the world.
(Theme: Sport & Games,)
On 07 Sep 2008 (Sunday Only)
Aberdeen's annual commemoration ceremony for William Wallace, Guardian of Scotland.
(Theme: Education,Heritage,Performing Arts,Storytelling,)
From 25 Aug 2008 To 07 Sep 2008 (Everyday)
Collaborative Drawing Exhibition at Limousine Bull Artists' Collective, Torry. Craig Barrowman, Colin Robison and Brian Ross will collaborate on one grand image at the Limousine Bull Project Space.
(Theme: Visual Arts,)
From 05 Sep 2008 To 22 Sep 2008 (Everyday)
Aberdeen and the North East of Scotland's annual festival of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) returns for it's 15th year.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Design,Education,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Talks, Lectures & Conferences,Workshops & Courses,Young People,)
From 26 Sep 2008 To 28 Sep 2008 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
Aberdeen will once again welcome back the International Street Market. This hugely popular and well established market will attract large numbers of visitors and shoppers over the weekend offering a wide array of products from around the UK and Europe.
(Theme: Markets,)
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+,)
Current And Forthcoming Events
On 30 Aug 2008 (Saturday Only)
We will take you on a fabulous hour long tour around one of the most beautiful theatres in Britain.
(Theme: Education)
On 30 Aug 2008 (Saturday Only)
We will take you on a fabulous hour long tour around one of the most beautiful theatres in Britain.
(Theme: Education)
From 04 Jun 2008 To 30 Aug 2008 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday)
A joint exhibition by the Local Studies Section and Aberdeen Transport Society.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
On 05 Sep 2008 (Friday Only)
Joint concert with Bon-Accord Silver Band (Aberdeen) and Jørpeland Musikkorps, Norway.
(Theme: Music,)
On 07 Sep 2008 (Wednesday Only)
Come and join us as we explore Den of Maidencraig Local Nature Reserve!
(Theme: Environment,Countryside,Talks, Lectures & Conferences,)
From 06 Sep 2008 To 07 Sep 2008 (Weekend Only)
A kennel Club licensed open agility show organised by the Aberdeen Canine Training Society
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,)
On 11 Sep 2008 (Thursday Only)
SUNSET SONG Post Show Chat
(Theme: Education)
From 12 Aug 2008 To 14 Sep 2008
Marine modelmaking has been an essential part of shipbuilding for hundreds of years.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
From 09 Aug 2008 To 20 Sep 2008 (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday)
Norwegian artists Höhne & Gismarvik investigate the declining fishing industry in Aberdeen and the North East. An exhibition in text, photography, video and installation, it also includes a new twist to fish n' chip wrapping paper. Bycatch will have a cod
(Theme: Education, Visual Arts)
From 09 Aug 2008 To 20 Sep 2008
Höhne & Gismarvik investigate the declining fishing industry in Aberdeen and the North East in dialogue with Fisherman George, The Gutters, Sir William Piper, Wheelie's Quines, The Harbour Master, Captain Birds Eye and many others.
(Theme: Countryside, Education, Environment, Exhibitions, Heritage)
From 19 May 2008 To 27 Sep 2008
Nicola Benedetti, Robbie Coltrane, Sir Sean Connery, Billy Connelly, Lulu, Sir Cameron Mackintosh, Ewan McGregor,, Alexander McQueen, Ian Rankin and Sharleen Spiteri are the inspiration behind this stunning exhibition of work by Scottish Silversmiths.
(Theme: Crafts,Design,Exhibitions,)
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)
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 17 Nov 2007 To 16 Nov 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 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 01 Aug 2006 To 01 Aug 2010 (Tuesday and Wednesday)
Every Tuesday night, why not come along to our ULTIMATE MOVIE QUIZ?
(Theme: Media)
