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.
The Big Run 2008
On 17 May 2008 (Saturday Only)
A fun run for primary 5 to 7 and secondary 1 to 2 children. Open to schools across the Grampian area.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Health,Young People,)
The scottish rock garden club flower show
On 17 May 2008 (Saturday Only)
Annual show of alpine and rock garden plants.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Countryside,Crafts,Environment,Exhibitions,)
Night at the Museum
On 17 May 2008 (Saturday Only)
A range of interactive activities and events will take place when the doors to the University of Aberdeen’s Marischal Museum and Zoology Museum are opened for this unique evening experience. Activities for all age groups to enjoy.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Exhibitions,Guided Walks/Tours,)
International Street Market
From 16 May 2008 To 18 May 2008 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
This hugely popular and well established market returns to the City and will attract large numbers of visitors and shoppers over the weekend offering a wide array of products from around the UK and Europe.
(Theme: Crafts,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Markets,)
Bon Accord Bike Ride 2008
On 18 May 2008 (Sunday Only)
The Bon Accord Rotary Club are encouraging all cyclists, young and old, first timers and experienced, individuals, families and teams to participate in a bike ride to raise funds for nominated charities and have a great fun day out.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Environment,Fundraising,)
A Cultural Evening of Scottish and Eastern European Music and Dance
On 20 May 2008 (Tuesday Only)
An informal evening of music and dance from Scotland and eastern Europe to further mark the opening, earlier in the day, of our Migrant Communities Information Centre.
(Theme: Music,)
Migrant Communities Open Day
On 20 May 2008 (Tuesday Only)
As part of Adult Learners Week 2008, celebrating the theme of intercultural dialogue and creativity, there will be an open day for migrant communities in the Central Library, in partnership with Aberdeen College.
(Theme: Education,Workshops & Courses,)
City of Aberdeen/Baker Hughes 10k and Fun Run
On 25 May 2008 (Sunday Only)
Sign up for the ever popular City of Aberdeen 10k. Prizes for both men and women in a number of categories.
(Theme: Sport & Games,)
Kirkin Of The Council And Dedication To The Common Weal
On 25 May 2008 (Sunday Only)
The annual traditional Kirkin of the Council featuring a parade of the City Council and associated dignatories. Led by the Portlethen Pipe Band.
(Theme: Heritage,)
Demented Eloquence
On 26 May 2008 (Monday Only)
Sharp and comic performance poetry from Ash Dickinson, Milton Balgoni, and Rapunzel Wizard, plus a poetry slam contest.
(Theme: Performing Arts, Written Word)
Tackling Poverty,Inequality and Deprivation in Scotland
On 27 May 2008 (Tuesday Only)
Make your voice heard on the Scottish Government Economic Framework. World Cafe Event for all people of all ages in Aberdeen.
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences,)
Family Snaps
On 28 May 2008 (Wednesday Only)
A celebration of the family in poetry, music and song with projected photos.
(Theme: Exhibitions,Music,Visual Arts,Written Word,)
Experimental Camouflage Contemporary Art
From 08 May 2008 To 29 May 2008 (Thursday Only)
Create a fun piece of art with Camouflage.
(Theme: Crafts, Design, Education, Visual Arts)
Culter Gala
On 31 May 2008 (Saturday Only)
An exciting family day featuring all the fun of a gala including children's entertainment and family fun.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Fundraising,Senior Citizens/50+,Young People,)
Summer Tea Dance
On 11 Jun 2008 (Wednesday Only)
Listen and dance to the sound of a live band in this renowned ballroom.
(Theme: Dance,Music,Senior Citizens/50+,)
BP Summer Screens 2008
On 16 Jul 2008 (Wednesday Only)
Mozart's classic opera The Marriage of Figaro will be beamed live from Covent Garden's Royal Opera House to a big screen in Duthie Park, Aberdeen as part of the BP Summer Big Screens Programme 2008.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Music,Performing Arts,Theatre & Shows,)
UCAN Pants Walk and Family Fun Day
On 18 May 2008 (Sunday Only)
A pants walk and family fun day. Activities for all the family.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Fundraising,)
British sign language(intermediate)class
On 21 May 2008 (Wednesday Only)
(cacdp) level two (certificated course)
(Theme: Education,)
Scottish Ballet- 'Romeo and Juliet' Family Insight
On 21 May 2008 (Saturday Only)
FAMILY INSIGHT- Find out everything you want to know about Romeo and Juliet and watch the company class.
(Theme: Education)
The Martin Kershaw Quartet
On 22 May 2008 (Thursday Only)
Jazz Aberdeen at the Blue Lamp.
(Theme: Music,)
Fostering Fortnight
From 12 May 2008 To 25 May 2008 (Monday and Sunday)
Fostering Fortnight is a National Campaign beginning on 12th -25th May.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Education,Young People,)
British sign language (beginners)class
On 26 May 2008 (Monday Only)
Cacdp level one (certificated course).
(Theme: Education,)
New Summer Traditional Music, Song & Dance Classes
From 09 Apr 2008 To 26 May 2008 (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday)
New 6-week session of adult evening classes in traditional music, song & dance.
(Theme: Education, Music, Performing Arts)
Girl's Rugby Development Day
On 28 May 2008 (Wednesday Only)
Primary 6 to Secondary 6 Girl's Rugby Development Day and Tag Rugby & 7's Tournaments
(Theme: Sport & Games,)
The Art of the St Ives Group
On 30 May 2008 (Friday Only)
Work by Alfred Wallis, Ben and Winifred Nicholson, Barbara Hepworth and Christopher Wood is discussed.
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences,Guided Walks/Tours,)
Aberdeen Artists Society 74th Annual Exhibition
From 03 May 2008 To 31 May 2008 (Everyday)
This major annual “open” exhibition provides professional, established, amateur and emerging artists with a platform to show an exciting range of work including painting, sculpture, printmaking, jewellery, textiles and film.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
Rival Voices: History of the Aberdeen Press
From 22 Apr 2008 To 31 May 2008 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday)
Scottish Local History week takes place during 19 -26 April 2008 and this year’s theme “Newspapers and Printing” contributes towards the celebration of 500 years of Scottish Printing, during 2008.
(Theme: Exhibitions,Heritage,)
The WAYZGOOSE Printers’ Outings and Clubs in Scotland
From 12 May 2008 To 31 May 2008 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday)
An exhibition of worker’s day trips and sporting events held throughout Scotland.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
Cults Scout Group Annual Jumble Sale
On 31 May 2008 (Saturday Only)
The annual Jumble Sale of the 21st Scout Group has its usual huge selection of varying items including collectables, books, DVDs, linens, clothes, garden equipment, toys, furniture etc. etc.
(Theme: Fundraising,)
Scouts 2008 Jumble Sale
On 31 May 2008 (Saturday Only)
Everything from antiques to zithers.
(Theme: Fundraising,)
RYA Seamanship Skills Course
From 22 May 2008 To 07 Jun 2008 (Thursday and Saturday)
Course for sailors who have already completed the level 1 and 2 Course. Three Thursday evenings and three Saturday mornings.
(Theme: Education,Sport & Games,Workshops & Courses,)
True Colours Drawing & Painting
From 09 Apr 2008 To 11 Jun 2008 (Wednesday Only)
Be inspired by this unique drawing & painting workshop.
(Theme: Crafts, Design, Education, Visual Arts)
Wear It! Fashion and Textiles
From 10 Apr 2008 To 12 Jun 2008 (Thursday Only)
Create your own outfit and accessories.
(Theme: Crafts, Design, Education, Visual Arts)
Camouflage Kids Club - 5-8yr olds
From 12 Apr 2008 To 14 Jun 2008 (Saturday Only)
Unique 10wk childrens art workshop using mediums such as painting and sculpture.
(Theme: Crafts, Design, Education, Visual Arts)
Camouflage Kids Club - 9-12yr olds
From 12 Apr 2008 To 14 Jun 2008 (Saturday Only)
Make your own film clips!
(Theme: Crafts, Design, Education, Visual Arts)
Event Highlights
On 17 May 2008 (Saturday Only)
A fun run for primary 5 to 7 and secondary 1 to 2 children. Open to schools across the Grampian area.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Health,Young People,)
On 17 May 2008 (Saturday Only)
Annual show of alpine and rock garden plants.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Countryside,Crafts,Environment,Exhibitions,)
On 17 May 2008 (Saturday Only)
A range of interactive activities and events will take place when the doors to the University of Aberdeen’s Marischal Museum and Zoology Museum are opened for this unique evening experience. Activities for all age groups to enjoy.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Exhibitions,Guided Walks/Tours,)
From 16 May 2008 To 18 May 2008 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
This hugely popular and well established market returns to the City and will attract large numbers of visitors and shoppers over the weekend offering a wide array of products from around the UK and Europe.
(Theme: Crafts,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Markets,)
On 18 May 2008 (Sunday Only)
The Bon Accord Rotary Club are encouraging all cyclists, young and old, first timers and experienced, individuals, families and teams to participate in a bike ride to raise funds for nominated charities and have a great fun day out.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Environment,Fundraising,)
On 20 May 2008 (Tuesday Only)
An informal evening of music and dance from Scotland and eastern Europe to further mark the opening, earlier in the day, of our Migrant Communities Information Centre.
(Theme: Music,)
On 20 May 2008 (Tuesday Only)
As part of Adult Learners Week 2008, celebrating the theme of intercultural dialogue and creativity, there will be an open day for migrant communities in the Central Library, in partnership with Aberdeen College.
(Theme: Education,Workshops & Courses,)
On 25 May 2008 (Sunday Only)
Sign up for the ever popular City of Aberdeen 10k. Prizes for both men and women in a number of categories.
(Theme: Sport & Games,)
On 25 May 2008 (Sunday Only)
The annual traditional Kirkin of the Council featuring a parade of the City Council and associated dignatories. Led by the Portlethen Pipe Band.
(Theme: Heritage,)
On 26 May 2008 (Monday Only)
Sharp and comic performance poetry from Ash Dickinson, Milton Balgoni, and Rapunzel Wizard, plus a poetry slam contest.
(Theme: Performing Arts, Written Word)
On 27 May 2008 (Tuesday Only)
Make your voice heard on the Scottish Government Economic Framework. World Cafe Event for all people of all ages in Aberdeen.
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences,)
On 28 May 2008 (Wednesday Only)
A celebration of the family in poetry, music and song with projected photos.
(Theme: Exhibitions,Music,Visual Arts,Written Word,)
From 08 May 2008 To 29 May 2008 (Thursday Only)
Create a fun piece of art with Camouflage.
(Theme: Crafts, Design, Education, Visual Arts)
On 31 May 2008 (Saturday Only)
An exciting family day featuring all the fun of a gala including children's entertainment and family fun.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Fundraising,Senior Citizens/50+,Young People,)
On 11 Jun 2008 (Wednesday Only)
Listen and dance to the sound of a live band in this renowned ballroom.
(Theme: Dance,Music,Senior Citizens/50+,)
On 16 Jul 2008 (Wednesday Only)
Mozart's classic opera The Marriage of Figaro will be beamed live from Covent Garden's Royal Opera House to a big screen in Duthie Park, Aberdeen as part of the BP Summer Big Screens Programme 2008.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Music,Performing Arts,Theatre & Shows,)
Current And Forthcoming Events
On 18 May 2008 (Sunday Only)
A pants walk and family fun day. Activities for all the family.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Fundraising,)
On 21 May 2008 (Wednesday Only)
(cacdp) level two (certificated course)
(Theme: Education,)
On 21 May 2008 (Saturday Only)
FAMILY INSIGHT- Find out everything you want to know about Romeo and Juliet and watch the company class.
(Theme: Education)
On 22 May 2008 (Thursday Only)
Jazz Aberdeen at the Blue Lamp.
(Theme: Music,)
From 12 May 2008 To 25 May 2008 (Monday and Sunday)
Fostering Fortnight is a National Campaign beginning on 12th -25th May.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Education,Young People,)
On 26 May 2008 (Monday Only)
Cacdp level one (certificated course).
(Theme: Education,)
From 09 Apr 2008 To 26 May 2008 (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday)
New 6-week session of adult evening classes in traditional music, song & dance.
(Theme: Education, Music, Performing Arts)
On 28 May 2008 (Wednesday Only)
Primary 6 to Secondary 6 Girl's Rugby Development Day and Tag Rugby & 7's Tournaments
(Theme: Sport & Games,)
On 30 May 2008 (Friday Only)
Work by Alfred Wallis, Ben and Winifred Nicholson, Barbara Hepworth and Christopher Wood is discussed.
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences,Guided Walks/Tours,)
From 03 May 2008 To 31 May 2008 (Everyday)
This major annual “open” exhibition provides professional, established, amateur and emerging artists with a platform to show an exciting range of work including painting, sculpture, printmaking, jewellery, textiles and film.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
From 22 Apr 2008 To 31 May 2008 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday)
Scottish Local History week takes place during 19 -26 April 2008 and this year’s theme “Newspapers and Printing” contributes towards the celebration of 500 years of Scottish Printing, during 2008.
(Theme: Exhibitions,Heritage,)
From 12 May 2008 To 31 May 2008 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday)
An exhibition of worker’s day trips and sporting events held throughout Scotland.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
On 31 May 2008 (Saturday Only)
The annual Jumble Sale of the 21st Scout Group has its usual huge selection of varying items including collectables, books, DVDs, linens, clothes, garden equipment, toys, furniture etc. etc.
(Theme: Fundraising,)
On 31 May 2008 (Saturday Only)
Everything from antiques to zithers.
(Theme: Fundraising,)
From 22 May 2008 To 07 Jun 2008 (Thursday and Saturday)
Course for sailors who have already completed the level 1 and 2 Course. Three Thursday evenings and three Saturday mornings.
(Theme: Education,Sport & Games,Workshops & Courses,)
From 09 Apr 2008 To 11 Jun 2008 (Wednesday Only)
Be inspired by this unique drawing & painting workshop.
(Theme: Crafts, Design, Education, Visual Arts)
From 10 Apr 2008 To 12 Jun 2008 (Thursday Only)
Create your own outfit and accessories.
(Theme: Crafts, Design, Education, Visual Arts)
From 12 Apr 2008 To 14 Jun 2008 (Saturday Only)
Unique 10wk childrens art workshop using mediums such as painting and sculpture.
(Theme: Crafts, Design, Education, Visual Arts)
From 12 Apr 2008 To 14 Jun 2008 (Saturday Only)
Make your own film clips!
(Theme: Crafts, Design, Education, Visual Arts)
