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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
Multilingual Bookbug Session
On 21 May 2013(Tuesday Only)
Aberdeen City Libraries are holding the following events as part of Adult Learners' Week 18 – 24 May 2013 - Citizen Engagement and Health
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Education,Music,Storytelling,)
Goethe's Wanderlust: The Travel Notes and the Final Version of Italian JourneyOn 21 May 2013(Tuesday Only)
This talk is presented as part of the current exhibition at the Sir Duncan Rice Library, Wanderlust: Travel Journals and Explorers' Notes.
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences,Exhibitions)
Sea Cadets Row Around the World ChallengeOn 21 May 2013(Sunday Only)
During the 15-21st April, the Sea Cadets are launching a National fundraising appeal to 'Row Around the World'. This is to raise £5.6million in order to replace its Flagship Training Vessel called T.S. Royalist.
(Theme: Fundraising,Children & Family-Friendly)Launch of Health Information Point
On 21 May 2013(Tuesday Only)
Aberdeen City Libraries are holding the following events as part of Adult Learners' Week 18 – 24 May 2013 - Citizen Engagement and Health
(Theme: Education,Health,) Living Voices:Training Session for Volunteers
On 21 May 2013(Tuesday Only)
Aberdeen City Libraries are holding this event as part of Adult Learners' Week 18 – 24 May 2013 - Citizen Engagement and Health
(Theme: Health,Heritage,Senior Citizens/50+,Storytelling,Workshops & Courses,) 
Breakneck Comedy: JoJo Sutherland plus guestOn 21 May 2013(Tuesday Only)
A must see comedy club!
(Theme: Performing Arts)
Breakneck Comedy: Jojo Sutherland plus guestsOn 21 May 2013(Tuesday Only)
A MUST SEE COMEDY CLUB!
(Theme: Performing Arts,Storytelling)
Cafe Philosophique - Is time travel possible?On 21 May 2013(Tuesday Only)
An informal way to engage with the latest topics in Philosophy.
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences)
Have a Go! @ Dyce LibraryOn 23 May 2013(Thursday Only)
Drop in session to find out more about some of our online resources
(Theme: Education,Media,Workshops & Courses,)
Gameshow Night with Bon Accord Lions ClubOn 24 May 2013(Friday Only)
To raise funds for the Lions Clubs International Disaster Fund.
(Theme: Fundraising,Sport & Games,)
March Hare Craft & Vintage MarketOn 25 May 2013(Saturday Only)
We feature an eclectic selection of stallholders from vintage fashion to handmade furnishings.
(Theme: Markets,Crafts)
Culter Gala Day 2013On 25 May 2013(Saturday Only)
The GALA PROCESSION of Floats
will start around 1.15pm from Borsalino’s
Car Park. It will continue along the Main
Road to Coronation Road. This is followed
at approximately 2pm by the official opening
at Culter School Playing Fields.
(Theme: Fairs, Festivals, Galas)
Lunchbox Theatre at Triple kirksOn 25 May 2013(Saturday Only)
Quids In Theatre Company presents Lunchbox Theatre at Exodus and Triple Kirks on the last Saturday of the month. A play, a burger and a drink for £10! Next show Saturday 25th May.
(Theme: Theatre & Shows,Theatre & Shows)
Energetica Walking & Wildlife FestivalFrom 25 May 2013 To 26 May 2013(Weekend Only)
Walking and Wildlife Festival
(Theme: Guided Walks/Tours,Environment)
Acclaimed Leadership Executive Coach Ros Taylor Announced as Key Speaker at Aberdeen women in technology event with leading industry panel.On 28 May 2013(Tuesday Only)
Are you a woman or man in tech, business or the creative sector? We invite you to join us at this exciting interactive event.
(Theme: Business,Workshops & Courses)
Aberdeen's International Street MarketFrom 31 May 2013 To 02 Jun 2013(Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
Part of Aberdeen's Summer Festival, 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: Countryside,Markets,)
Birlin' AberdeenOn 01 Jun 2013(Saturday Only)
A fabulous night of Shetland music, dancing and food.
(Theme: Dance,Music,)
The Cabinet of Dr Caligari: a film by Robert Wiene with live score by Steven Severin (Siouxsie and the Banshees).On 01 Jun 2013(Saturday Only)
Saturday 1 June, 2013
Two screenings – 7pm and 9pm
Tickets: £10 per screening
(Theme: Music,Films)
SNAFU presents The TrickeryOn 02 Jun 2013(Sunday Only)
Do you like different nights out? Do you like gob-stoppingly good magic from some of the best magicians in the world? Of course you do!!
There is only one place and one night where you can see them in Aberdeen!
Welcome to The Trickery.
(Theme: Theatre & Shows,Visual Arts)
Books and BanterOn 20 Jun 2013(Thursday Only)
An informal evening of book-related banter and networking for Aberdeen city and shire's literary community.
(Theme: Written Word)
Armed Forces Day On 29 Jun 2013(Saturday Only)
On Saturday 29 June, join us to pay tribute to our veterans and serving armed forces. Members of the Armed Forces, past and present, come together in a parade to highlight the diversity and uniqueness of our service personnel and veterans.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Senior Citizens/50+,Young People,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,)Current And Forthcoming Events
City of Aberdeen Baker Hughes 10K and Fun RunOn 19 May 2013 (Sunday Only)
The ever popular City of Aberdeen/Baker Hughes 10k and Fun Run returns to the city held around the Harbour, Aberdeen Beach and Donmouth areas.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Fundraising,Sport & Games,)
JOYWORKS CERTIFIED LAUGHTER YOGA LEADERSHIP WEEKENDFrom 18 May 2013 To 19 May 2013 (Weekend Only)
Increase your joy, relax & gain an international leaders certificate - by laughing all weekend!
(Theme: Workshops & Courses,Health)
'Working with Colour' with Jenny Burgess at Claremont GalleryFrom 05 May 2013 To 19 May 2013 (Sunday Only)
Sunday afternoon 3 week short course in 'Working with Colour' on
Sunday 5th, 12th and 19th May
(Theme: Workshops & Courses)
Scottish Music EveningOn 19 May 2013 (Sunday Only)
Traditional Scottish music with Aberdeen Strathspey & Reel Society, from soulful slow airs to rattlin' reels.
(Theme: Music,Heritage)
Scotland's Rural College(SRUC)Open Day.On 22 May 2013 (Wednesday Only)
Open Day for prospective students
(Theme: Education)
Alzheimer's Research UK Public discussionOn 22 May 2013 (Wednesday Only)
Opportunity to question experts on Alzheimer's disease
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences,Health)
Jazz at the Blue LampOn 23 May 2013 (Thursday Only)
Colin Steele and Dave Milligan
(Theme: Music)
A Kings College graduate abroadOn 23 May 2013 (Thursday Only)
This talk explores the fascinating British and Irish networks in central Europe as recorded in the Triennial Travels of James Fraser of Kirkhill (1634-1709).
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences,Exhibitions)
Multilingual Bookbug Session
On 23 May 2013 (Thursday Only)
Aberdeen City Libraries are holding the following events as part of Adult Learners' Week 18 – 24 May 2013 - Citizen Engagement and Health.
(Theme: Education,Music,Storytelling,Children & Family-Friendly,)
Launch of Health Information Point
On 23 May 2013 (Thursday Only)
Aberdeen City Libraries are holding the following events as part of Adult Learners' Week 18 – 24 May 2013 - Citizen Engagement and Health
(Theme: Education,Health,)
24 Hour Arty PeopleFrom 23 May 2013 To 24 May 2013 (Thursday Only)
24 hour painting/glassmaking session in the Oil and Glass studio, all work will be auctioned/sold at Oil and Glass's 1st Birthday Party on Saturday 25th May to raise funds for Momentum Aberdeen's Brain Injury Services.
(Theme: Fundraising,Exhibitions)
Breakneck Comedy: Paul T Eyres plus guestsOn 25 May 2013 (Saturday Only)
A MUST SEE COMEDY CLUB
(Theme: Performing Arts,Storytelling)
The COAST Festival ConcertOn 25 May 2013 (Saturday Only)
The annual COAST Festival of Arts in Banff and Macduff presents three of the North-East's most popular and well regarded acts on one concert bill.
(Theme: Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Music)
Introduction to KnittingOn 25 May 2013 (Saturday Only)
A one off workshop where you will get a taster for knitting by learning to cast on and do knit stitch. £20 including all materials with wool and needles.
Sat, 25 May, 10:00 – 12:00
(Theme: Crafts,Workshops & Courses)
Breakneck Comedy: Paul T Eyres plus guestsOn 25 May 2013 (Saturday Only)
A must see comedy club.
(Theme: Performing Arts)
Banging Heids Comedy "Banging Trump"On 25 May 2013 (Thursday Only)
Ever wondered what local people really think of Mr Trump, well lets just say most people would turn the air blue. So this week at Banging Heids Comedy we have 6 local and established comedians speaking about Donald Trump.
(Theme: Theatre & Shows,Performing Arts)
The Marie Curie Whole Hog Challenge - BanchoryOn 26 May 2013 (Sunday Only)
Scramble through tunnels and mud, climb across obstacles and race through forests as you test your endurance in this unforgettable six mile adrenaline race.
(Theme: Fundraising,Sport & Games)
Team Tanzania Quiz NightOn 26 May 2013 (Friday Only)
Charity quiz night to raise funds for The Vine Trust.
(Theme: Fundraising)
Art of Living SeminarFrom 23 May 2013 To 26 May 2013 (Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
Reduce stress and improve health through the breath.
(Theme: Health,Workshops & Courses)
Energy Saving RoadshowOn 27 May 2013 (Monday Only)
Alan Thomson, Energy Advisor, will be at Airyhall Library to give energy advice within the home and on transport.
(Theme: Education,Exhibitions,Senior Citizens/50+,Talks, Lectures & Conferences,)
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