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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.

Event Highlights

Films Event: 2nd Aberdeen Spanish & Latin American Film Festival
2nd Aberdeen Spanish & Latin American Film Festival
From 12 Mar 2010 To 18 Mar 2010 (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
Screenings of films from Spain and Latin America to celebrate hispanic culture.
(Theme: Films,)
Visual Arts Event: Life Drawings, Exhibition at Limousine Bull Artists’ Collective, Torry
Life Drawings, Exhibition at Limousine Bull Artists’ Collective, Torry
From 13 Mar 2010 To 21 Mar 2010 (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
Artists from Limousine Bull Life Drawing Sessions led by Gordon Pirie, exhibit a selection of sketches and drawings from classes held over the past year.
(Theme: Visual Arts,)
Design Event: Grandhome Charette- Interactive design workshop for professionals and public
Grandhome Charette- Interactive design workshop for professionals and public
From 16 Mar 2010 To 23 Mar 2010 (Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday)
Have your say on design proposals for Aberdeen's growth.
(Theme: Design,Exhibitions,Workshops & Courses,)
Heritage Event: Girlguiding Aberdeen Centenary Story Gathering
Girlguiding Aberdeen Centenary Story Gathering
On 17 Mar 2010 (Monday and Wednesday)
As part of their centenary celebrations, Girlguiding Aberdeen would love to hear from past members on their favourite experiences during their time with the movement. Come along to either of the dates and give us your memories.
(Theme: Heritage,Senior Citizens/50+,Storytelling,Young People,)
Health Event: Bring Your Own Brain
Bring Your Own Brain
On 18 Mar 2010 (Thursday Only)
A Unique evening to mingle with neuroscientists from the University of Aberdeen and a chance to find out about some of the latest developments in understanding the brain.
(Theme: Education,Health,Talks, Lectures & Conferences,)
Music Event: Northfield Youth Singing Group
Northfield Youth Singing Group
On 18 Mar 2010 (Thursday Only)
Free group singing lessons to children aged 8 - 14 at Northfield Community Centre 6pm - 7pm every Thursday night.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Education,Music,Young People,)
Children & Family-Friendly Event: Bookstart Rhymetime - Bucksburn Library
Bookstart Rhymetime - Bucksburn Library
On 18 Mar 2010 (Thursday Only)
Fun session for children from birth to 3 years.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Storytelling,)
Fairs, Festivals, Galas Event: The Lyra Vocal Group - Russian Church & Folk Music
The Lyra Vocal Group - Russian Church & Folk Music
On 19 Mar 2010 (Friday Only)
Performing at the Crown Terrace Methodist Church for one night only. Join us for an evening of Russian Church and Folk Music. Contact Kayleigh Marshall on 07853874538 for further information.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Education,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Music,Performing Arts,Theatre & Shows,)
Workshops & Courses Event: Grampian Association of Storytellers, Storytelling Workshop
Grampian Association of Storytellers, Storytelling Workshop
On 20 Mar 2010 (Saturday Only)
A full day consisting of 3 short workshops. An Introduction to Storytelling An Introduction to the Imagination An Introduction to Oral History
(Theme: Storytelling,Workshops & Courses,)
Sport & Games Event: Try Curling at Curl Aberdeen
Try Curling at Curl Aberdeen
On 21 Mar 2010 (Sunday Only)
Co-ordinated by the Royal Caledonian Curling Club.
(Theme: Sport & Games,)
Fundraising Event: Sports Relief Mile
Sports Relief Mile
On 21 Mar 2010 (Sunday Only)
A great opportunity to run, jog or walk round Duthie Park and raise funds for Sports Relief.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Fundraising,)
Seasonal Event: Palm Sunday Parade
Palm Sunday Parade
On 29 Mar 2010 (Sunday Only)
Annual parade to celebrate Palm Sunday.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Heritage,Seasonal,Senior Citizens/50+,)
Guided Walks/Tours Event: Walk of the Cross
Walk of the Cross
On 04 Apr 2010 (Sunday Only)
A walk to Kincorth Hill to commemmorate the walk of Christ to Calvary.
(Theme: Guided Walks/Tours,Heritage,Seasonal,)
Dance Event: Argentine Tango Easter Milonga presented by Tango Aberdeen
Argentine Tango Easter Milonga presented by Tango Aberdeen
On 04 Apr 2010 (Sunday Only)
A social evening of Argentine Tango, music and dance.
(Theme: Dance,Music,Performing Arts,)
Countryside Event: Granite City Rally 2010
Granite City Rally 2010
On 17 Apr 2010 (Saturday Only)
Once again, this well and popular Rally will be staged around the countryside of Aberdeenshire.
(Theme: Countryside,Sport & Games,)
Environment Event: Cleaning Day Donmouth LNR
Cleaning Day Donmouth LNR
On 19 Apr 2010 (Monday Only)
BTCV Scotland are organising a litter picking day in support of the National Spring Clean, Scotland.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Countryside,Environment,Senior Citizens/50+,Young People,)
Crafts Event: Aberdeen's International Street Market
Aberdeen's International Street Market
From 30 Apr 2010 To 02 May 2010 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
This hugely popular and well established market once again makes a return 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,Crafts,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Markets,)
Business Event: Happy Feet Wanted for Team Inspire
Happy Feet Wanted for Team Inspire
On 23 May 2010 (Sunday Only)
Team Inspire are recruiting runners from all walks of life to run in the Baker Hughes 10K Run on behalf of Inspire.
(Theme: Business,Children & Family-Friendly,Fundraising,Health,Senior Citizens/50+,Sport & Games,Young People,)

Current And Forthcoming Events

 Event: Bookstart Rhymetime - Bridge of Don Library
Bookstart Rhymetime - Bridge of Don Library
On 18 Mar 2010 (Thursday Only)
Fun session for children from birth to 3 years.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Storytelling,)
 Event: All Aboard For Stop Animation! 11-15yr olds
All Aboard For Stop Animation! 11-15yr olds
From 30 Jan 2010 To 20 Mar 2010 (Saturday Only)
Learn the basics of animation, stop motion and your local maritime heritage in these series of free workshops to make your own animated film.
(Theme: Education,Films,Heritage,Media,Visual Arts,Workshops & Courses,Young People,)
 Event: National Science and Engineering Week 2010
National Science and Engineering Week 2010
From 12 Mar 2010 To 21 Mar 2010 (Everyday)
This March, we bring you the biggest ever programme of events to celebrate National Science and Engineering Week across Aberdeen City and Shire. Shows, talks, exhibitions, hands-on activities, tours - there will something for everyone.
(Theme: Education,Talks, Lectures & Conferences,)
 Event: Mud Pies
Mud Pies
From 15 Feb 2010 To 22 Mar 2010 (Monday Only)
Weekly nature classes for nursery children to explore the great outdoors!
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Countryside,Education,Environment,Seasonal,)
 Event: Northfield Youth Singing Group
Northfield Youth Singing Group
On 25 Mar 2010 (Thursday Only)
Free group singing lessons to children aged 8 - 14 at Northfield Community Centre 6pm - 7pm every Thursday night.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Education,Music,Young People,)
 Event: Bookstart Rhymetime - Torry Library
Bookstart Rhymetime - Torry Library
On 26 Mar 2010 (Friday Only)
Fun session for children from birth to 3 years.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Storytelling,)
 Event: Jo Caulfield at The Lemon Tree
Jo Caulfield at The Lemon Tree
On 29 Mar 2010 (Monday Only)
Stand up comedy show by award-winning comedian Jo Caulfield.
(Theme: Performing Arts,)
 Event: Bookstart Rhymetime - Northfield Library
Bookstart Rhymetime - Northfield Library
On 30 Mar 2010 (Thursday Only)
Fun session for children from birth to 3 years.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,)
 Event: Bookstart Rhymetime - Cults Library
Bookstart Rhymetime - Cults Library
On 30 Mar 2010 (Tuesday Only)
Fun session for children from birth to 3 years.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Storytelling,)
 Event: British Sign Language Level 2 (Intermediate) Evening Class
British Sign Language Level 2 (Intermediate) Evening Class
From 13 May 2009 To 31 Mar 2010 (Wednesday Only)
Intermediate Level BSL for those already holding a BSL Level 1 Certificate.
(Theme: Education,)
 Event: Frances Walker A Place Observed in Solitude
Frances Walker A Place Observed in Solitude
From 06 Feb 2010 To 10 Apr 2010
Aberdeen Art Gallery presents a major exhibition of work by one of Scotland’s most highly regarded artists, Frances Walker, in celebration of her 80th birthday.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
 Event: Citymoves Dancespace Easter Holiday Programme
Citymoves Dancespace Easter Holiday Programme
From 23 Mar 2010 To 17 Apr 2010 (Tuesday Only)
Citymoves Dancespace presents an exciting and varied programme of dance for four weeks over Easter. With classes for toddlers, kids, teens and adults, and styles including Hip Hop, Burlesque, Tango and Breakin', there really is something for everyone.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Dance,Senior Citizens/50+,Workshops & Courses,Young People,)
 Event: Gan the Messages: shops and shopping in days gone by
Gan the Messages: shops and shopping in days gone by
From 10 Mar 2010 To 29 May 2010
An exhibition in the Information Centre, Central Library, which aims to bring back memories of shopping in days gone by and of some of the establishments with weel kent names that are no longer with us.
(Theme: Education,Exhibitions,Heritage,)
 Event: Free Mental Health Training Workshops for Carers
Free Mental Health Training Workshops for Carers
From 01 Feb 2010 To 29 Jul 2010
“Anyone of any age who helps a relative, friend or neighbour who cannot manage without support has taken on an unpaid caring role in addition to their existing role”. Is this you?
(Theme: Workshops & Courses,)
 Event: Beach Litter Survey and Clean Up
Beach Litter Survey and Clean Up
From 20 Mar 2010 To 11 Dec 2010 (Saturday Only)
Part of the UK charity Marine Conservation Society's Adopt a Beach programme. Now in our 6th Year.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Countryside,Environment,Senior Citizens/50+,Young People,)
 Event: Aberdeen Country Fair
Aberdeen Country Fair
From 27 Feb 2010 To 18 Dec 2010 (Saturday Only)
Come and visit Aberdeen's Country Fair in the heart of the City. Every last Saturday of the month.
(Theme: Countryside,Crafts,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Markets,)
 Event: Stand Up Comedy Club
Stand Up Comedy Club
From 14 Feb 2010 To 14 Feb 2011 (Sunday Only)
Breakneck Comedy presents the best live Stand Up Comedy Club in Scotland and it’s right here in Aberdeen!
(Theme: Performing Arts,Storytelling,Theatre & Shows,)

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