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
From 23 Aug 2010 To 13 Sep 2010 (Monday Only)
Weekly environmental classes for 2 to 5 year olds to discover nature and play and explore outdoors.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Countryside,Education,)
On 02 Sep 2010 (Thursday Only)
If you can do this, you can do anything! A great mind over body event, to raise funds for Grampian Society for the Blind
(Theme: Fundraising,)
On 04 Sep 2010 (Saturday Only)
The Gathering is famous for its friendship and hospitality which we look forward to sharing with the many visitors.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Countryside,Dance,Crafts,Heritage,Music,Performing Arts,Sport & Games,)
From 04 Sep 2010 To 05 Sep 2010 (Saturday Only)
Sue Ryder Care's second Aberdeen women only 10k sponsored Midnight Walk.
(Theme: Fundraising,Health,Sport & Games,)
From 04 Sep 2010 To 17 Sep 2010 (Everyday)
Fabric of the Land is a series of exhibitions curated by SMART CONSULTANTS that explores links between art and science and is brought to you by the Geology & Petroleum Geology Department at the University of Aberdeen.
(Theme: Exhibitions,Visual Arts,)
On 09 Sep 2010 (Thursday Only)
Learn how to make your own compost from kitchen and garden waste in time for next year’s seed sowing projects.
(Theme: Environment,)
From 09 Sep 2010 To 10 Sep 2010 (Thursday and Friday)
The popular US wrestling phenomenon World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) will be returning to Aberdeen for two shows as part of their national tour in September 2010.
(Theme: Theatre & Shows,)
From 10 Sep 2010 To 11 Sep 2010 (Friday and Saturday)
A Festival of Storytelling and Traditional Arts in the North East of Scotland.
(Theme: Fairs, Festivals, Galas,)
On 11 Sep 2010
Doors Open Day A lively re-enactment of the final meeting between Mary Queen of Scots and Sir John Gordon of Findlater, before his execution in the Castlegate. Sir John and his father, the Earl of Huntly, had rebelled against Mary in 1562. Following the
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Performing Arts,Heritage,Guided Walks/Tours,)
On 12 Sep 2010 (Sunday Only)
Actress Lindsay Wagner brings her inspirational and uplifting seminar to Aberdeen in October. Her profound yet simple teachings have already helped countless people throughout the world find inner peace and greater fulfillment in their lives.
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences,)
From 20 Sep 2010 To 04 Oct 2010 (Monday Only)
Weekly environmental classes for 2 to 5 year olds to discover nature and play and explore outdoors.
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Countryside,Education,Environment,Workshops & Courses,)
From 01 Oct 2010 To 03 Oct 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,Markets,)
On 06 Oct 2010 (Wednesday Only)
Come along and enjoy an afternoon of refreshments and the sounds of a live band in Aberdeen's renowned Beach Ballroom. Part of Aberdeen's 50+ Festival
(Theme: Dance,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Senior Citizens/50+,)
From 06 Oct 2010 To 06 Nov 2010 (Wednesday and Saturday)
Come along to our Open Days and find out why we are the Best Modern University in the UK as published by The Times Good University Guide 2010.
(Theme: Business,Education,Fairs, Festivals, Galas,Guided Walks/Tours,Young People,)
On 09 Oct 2010 (Saturday Only)
An evening of pipes and drums music brought to you by the Bucksburn and District Pipe Band and Grade 1 Boghall and Bathgate Caledonia Pipe Band
(Theme: Children & Family-Friendly,Fundraising,Music,Senior Citizens/50+,Young People,)
Current And Forthcoming Events
From 29 Jul 2010 To 02 Sep 2010 (Thursday Only)
Sewing for beginners or learners
(Theme: Crafts,Workshops & Courses,)
From 31 Jul 2010 To 04 Sep 2010
Using selected works by the society painter Philip de László, this photographic exhibition considers the legacy of a portrait.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
On 05 Sep 2010 (Sunday Only)
Following the success of the Raft Race in recent years, Ellon is hosting its first Pedal Car Championship in the summer of 2010.
(Theme: Sport & Games,)
From 11 Sep 2010 To 12 Sep 2010 (Weekend Only)
A two-day introduction to permaculture principles, involving indoor and outdoor demonstrations.
(Theme: Environment,)
From 03 Aug 2010 To 12 Sep 2010
An examination of crime and punishment at sea: including a chance to see unique documents from Aberdeen City Archives dealing with cases of piracy.
(Theme: Talks, Lectures & Conferences,)
From 11 Sep 2010 To 23 Sep 2010 (Everyday)
NEOS Exhibition.
(Theme: Fairs, Festivals, Galas,)
From 03 Jul 2010 To 26 Sep 2010
For centuries ships have connected the countries and people around the North Sea bringing cargo and passengers from one place to the other.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
From 24 Aug 2010 To 28 Sep 2010 (Tuesday Only)
Create beautiful home-made rugs from scratch
(Theme: Crafts,Workshops & Courses,)
From 16 Jul 2010 To 30 Sep 2010 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday)
An exhibition providing insights into the lives of students who attended Marischal College prior to its union with King's College in 1860.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
From 24 Aug 2010 To 28 Oct 2010 (Tuesday Only)
How to create gifts for all occasions and ages
(Theme: Crafts,)
From 17 Jul 2010 To 14 Nov 2010
Postage stamps commemorate a vast array of maritime subjects from clippers ships to oil rigs. This display from members of the Aberdeen Philatelic Society marks the centenary of the Society.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
From 11 Sep 2010 To 21 Nov 2010
The imaginative and lively styles of the workshops are designed to build confidence, inspire and capture the imagination. All classes are lead by experienced tutors and conducted in a friendly and safe environment.
(Theme: Performing Arts,)
From 12 Jul 2010 To 23 Nov 2010 (Tuesday and Thursday)
Come and find out how to grow fruit and veg
(Theme: Environment,Workshops & Courses,)
From 12 Jul 2010 To 30 Nov 2010 (Tuesday and Thursday)
A new addition to our classes. Come and find out how to grow fruit and veg on permaculture principles
(Theme: Environment,Workshops & Courses,)
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,)
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,)
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,)
From 20 Mar 2010 To 06 Jun 2011
A celebration of the Applied Art collection and the people who made it possible through kind gifts, bequests and financial support.
(Theme: Exhibitions,)
