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What's On In Aberdeen

Aberdeen City and Shire is a vibrant and exciting region which will take your breath away, with a wide range of festivals and events. Choose from Highland Games, music or literature festivals and continental markets - there is more to discover everyday.

This comprehensive events calendar is updated daily by the Council, event partners and community groups to allow you to find hundreds of local events and things to do in Aberdeen City and Shire.

Event Highlights

Children & Family-Friendly Event: Jacobite Family Fun at the University LibraryJacobite Family Fun at the University Library
On 12 Feb 2012(Sunday Only)
Come along to the Aberdeen University Library this February half-term for a free craft event for children of all ages inspired by our Rebels with a Cause exhibition.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Crafts)
Fundraising Event: Fish & Chip NightFish & Chip Night
On 13 Feb 2012(Monday and Saturday)
Fish & Chips, Quiz, Raffle
(Theme: Fundraising)
Storytelling Event: Jacobite Family Fun at the University LibraryJacobite Family Fun at the University Library
On 13 Feb 2012(Monday Only)
Come along to the Aberdeen University Library this February half-term for a free craft and storytelling events for children of all ages inspired by our Rebels with a Cause exhibition.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Storytelling)
Business Event: Celebrate Valentines DayCelebrate Valentines Day
On 14 Feb 2012(Tuesday Only)
Celebrate Valentines Day at G Aberdeen with your loved one. We have created a special £30 per person package for all you romantics
(Theme: Business)
Performing Arts Event: Breakneck Comedy Valentines SpecialBreakneck Comedy Valentines Special
On 14 Feb 2012(Tuesday Only)
A Must See Comedy Club in Aberdeen!
(Theme: Performing Arts,Storytelling)
Theatre & Shows Event: Wildly Unprepared 6: The Phantom ImprovWildly Unprepared 6: The Phantom Improv
On 15 Feb 2012(Wednesday Only)
Wildly Unprepared is back again for their 6th show running!
(Theme: Performing Arts,Theatre & Shows)
Written Word Event: Evie and As the Bat at NoonEvie and As the Bat at Noon
From 15 Feb 2012 To 16 Feb 2012(Wednesday and Thursday)
Two doric plays by local playwright Charles Barron, both set in modern day Aberdeen
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Performing Arts,Storytelling,Written Word,)
Senior Citizens/50+ Event: IolantheIolanthe
From 15 Feb 2012 To 18 Feb 2012(Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday)
Presented by Aberdeen University Gilbert and Sullivan Society
(Theme: Music,Performing Arts,Senior Citizens/50+,Storytelling,Theatre & Shows,)
Exhibitions Event: Imagined Architectures: Jacobite and HanoverianImagined Architectures: Jacobite and Hanoverian
On 16 Feb 2012(Thursday Only)
This event is part of a series of fascinating and engaging activities that accompanies the inaugural exhibition at the University’s impressive new Library, Rebels with a Cause: The Jacobites and the Global Imagination
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences,Exhibitions)
Music Event: Robbie Williams Tribute Act LiveRobbie Williams Tribute Act Live
On 17 Feb 2012(Friday Only)
Watch Robbie Williams live and enjoy our FAB Friday package for only £20 per person this includes:
(Theme: Music)
Visual Arts Event: Your Leaning Neck - Song as Portrait: Steven AndersonYour Leaning Neck - Song as Portrait: Steven Anderson
From 18 Feb 2012 To 10 Mar 2012(Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday)
A video installation showcasing last an event from the opening of the newly refurbished Scottish National Portrait Gallery from two perspectives will be on show in the Peacock gallery as well as a live performance at PVA and St Andrew's Cathedral.
(Theme: Visual Arts,Music)
Dance Event: Aberdeen branch Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Youth GroupAberdeen branch Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Youth Group
On 21 Feb 2012(Tuesday Only)
Youth Group for 16 - 35 year old Scottish Country Dancers
(Theme: Dance,)
Education Event: Cross College Seminar on Research in Nepal, Centre for Sustainable International DevelopmentCross College Seminar on Research in Nepal, Centre for Sustainable International Development
On 29 Feb 2012(Wednesday Only)
Wednesday 29 February: Seminar on Research in Nepal
(Theme: Education)
Talks, Lectures & Conferences Event: Alexander Kellas: Unsung Scottish Himalayan Hero. An RSGS talk.Alexander Kellas: Unsung Scottish Himalayan Hero. An RSGS talk.
On 05 Mar 2012(Monday Only)
Alexander Kellas died in 1921 on the first expedition to Mount Everest. Using many of Kellas' own photographs Ian Mitchell tells the story of this forgotten hero.
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences)
Fairs, Festivals, Galas Event: The Big ZipThe Big Zip
On 11 Mar 2012(Sunday Only)
A giant zipwire in aid of the Friends of Aberdeen Citizens Advice Bureau for one day only!
(Theme: Fundraising,Fairs, Festivals, Galas)
Health Event: Aberdeen Yoga FestivalAberdeen Yoga Festival
From 17 Mar 2012 To 18 Mar 2012(Weekend Only)
A fun, friendly 2 day festival of yoga in Aberdeen. Suitable for everyone - young and old, beginners and more experienced yogis. A great chance to try out different styles of yoga.
(Theme: Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Health)
Seasonal Event: Spring Flower ShowSpring Flower Show
On 31 Mar 2012(Weekend Only)
The Royal Horticultural Society of Aberdeen are holding their annual Spring Show.
(Theme: Seasonal,Exhibitions)

Current And Forthcoming Events

 Event: Valentine's Day @ Tiger Tiger Aberdeen!
Valentine's Day @ Tiger Tiger Aberdeen!
From 10 Feb 2012 To 14 Feb 2012 (Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
We are offering the fantastic 3 course valentine's menu for only £20 between the 10th and 14th of February!
(Theme: Business)
 Event: Art Exhibition
Art Exhibition
On 17 Feb 2012 (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday)
Art Exhibition by Alice Stuart
(Theme: Visual Arts,Exhibitions)
 Event: Buddhist Meditation Lunchtime Class
Buddhist Meditation Lunchtime Class
From 20 Jan 2012 To 17 Feb 2012 (Friday Only)
Discover the peace of meditation and overcome the stresses of a busy life.
(Theme: Education,Health)
 Event: Fire Walk with Be Free at Haddo House.
Fire Walk with Be Free at Haddo House.
On 19 Feb 2012 (Sunday Only)
Be Free's Graeme Pyper, a Master Fire Walk Instructor and a world leading motivational coach, will guide participants through a seminar culminating in the opportunity to walk over hot coals.
(Theme: Workshops & Courses,Fundraising)
 Event: Pieter Brueghel the Younger
Pieter Brueghel the Younger
From 20 Dec 2011 To 19 Feb 2012 (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
This display brings together for the first time some outstanding paintings by Pieter Brueghel the Younger.
(Theme: Exhibitions)
 Event: Meditation and Buddhism 


 
Meditation and Buddhism
Meditation and Buddhism Meditation and Buddhism
From 23 Jan 2012 To 20 Feb 2012 (Monday Only)
Discover the peace of meditation and overcome the stresses of a busy life.
(Theme: Education,Health)
 Event: Aberdeen Branch Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Winter Social
Aberdeen Branch Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Winter Social
On 22 Feb 2012 (Sunday Only)
Social dance for any levels of Scottish Country Dancing with live music and called by an RSCDS teacher
(Theme: Dance)
 Event: Little Shop of Horrors
Little Shop of Horrors
From 21 Feb 2012 To 23 Feb 2012 (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday)
School show featuring the talent of Northfield Academy
(Theme: Theatre & Shows,Performing Arts)
 Event: Breakneck Comedy at Snafu!
Breakneck Comedy at Snafu!
On 24 Feb 2012 (Tuesday Only)
A Must See Comedy Club in Aberdeen!
(Theme: Performing Arts)
 Event: Breakneck Comedy at Snafu!
Breakneck Comedy at Snafu!
On 24 Feb 2012 (Tuesday Only)
A Must See Comedy Club in Aberdeen!
(Theme: Performing Arts)
 Event: Queen Tribute Act Live!
Queen Tribute Act Live!
On 24 Feb 2012 (Friday Only)
Watch Queen live and enjoy our FAB Friday package for only £20 per person this includes:
(Theme: Music)
 Event: Queen Tribute Act Live!
Queen Tribute Act Live!
On 24 Feb 2012 (Friday Only)
Watch Queen live and enjoy our FAB Friday package for only £20 per person this includes:
(Theme: Music)
 Event: Aberdeen Chamber Orchestra February concert
Aberdeen Chamber Orchestra February concert
On 25 Feb 2012 (Saturday Only)
Aberdeen Chamber Orchestra February concert.
(Theme: Music,Performing Arts)
 Event: Festival of One Act Plays
Festival of One Act Plays
From 23 Feb 2012 To 25 Feb 2012 (Thursday, Friday and Saturday)
Presented by the Scottish Community Drama Association
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Performing Arts,Storytelling,Theatre & Shows,Written Word,)
 Event: Brass And Voices
Brass And Voices
On 26 Feb 2012 (Sunday Only)
Featuring Bon Accord Silver Band, Bon Accord Silver B Band, and the Ythan Singers. An evening of brass and voices.
(Theme: Music)
 Event: Aberdeen Branch Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Winter Social
Aberdeen Branch Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Winter Social
On 26 Feb 2012 (Sunday Only)
Winter Social for all levels of Scottish Country Dancers with live music
(Theme: Dance)
 Event: An Artistic Presentation of Spiritually Inspired Writings
An Artistic Presentation of Spiritually Inspired Writings
On 26 Feb 2012 (Sunday Only)
Eurythmy, Creative Speech, Music and Song.
(Theme: Performing Arts,Dance)
 Event: Introduction to Buddhism
Introduction to Buddhism
From 07 Feb 2012 To 28 Feb 2012 (Tuesday Only)
An introduction to the basics of Buddhist teachings and meditation, over four evenings.
(Theme: Education,)
 Event: Lunchtime Talks
Lunchtime Talks
From 11 Jan 2012 To 29 Feb 2012 (Wednesday Only)
Our new series of Lunchtime talks take place every Wednesday with free admission. End times are approximate. Please note, booking is essential for some talks.
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences)
 Event: Fusions: British Ceramics and Glass
Fusions: British Ceramics and Glass
From 19 Mar 2011 To 03 Mar 2012 (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
Fusions: British Ceramics and Glass A selection of British porcelain, art glass and studio pottery, which also includes items made to commemorate royal events in celebration of April’s Royal Wedding.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)

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