Aberdeen City - News and Events

Aberdeen City - News and Events

5/29/2025, 12:13:36 PM

Monsters of the Deep: Science Fact or Fiction? is now open at Aberdeen Art Gallery!! 🌊Take a deep breath and plunge down into the dark murky depths as we seek to explore the unexplained, from the medieval mind to modern-day mysteries of the ocean. Open until 26 October 2025, make sure you don’t miss out!! Find out more and plan your visit: https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/AAGM/whats-aberdeen-art-galleries-and-museums/monsters-deep-science-fact-or-fiction

Aberdeen City - News and Events

6/5/2025, 9:23:15 AM

There’s just over 1 week to go until Aberdeen Highland Games returns to Hazlehead Park!! Taking place next Sunday from 10am to 5:30pm, there's something for all ages to enjoy, including traditional Highland Games events, FREE fun activities, quality trade and charity stalls and fantastic stage performances featuring Mr Bloom from CBeebies!! Tickets can be purchased in advance or on the day. 🎟️ You can also use the FREE shuttle bus service running from Union Terrace and Kingswells Park and Ride to Hazlehead Park. 🚍 Plan your trip here: www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/highlandgames

Aberdeen City - News and Events

5/22/2025, 9:21:51 AM

Ahoy! There’s less than two months to go until The Tall Ships Races arrives in Aberdeen!! ⚓️⛵️ The Tall Ships Races is Europe’s largest free family event and there’s something to suit everyone! From visiting the spectacular Tall Ships, to headline Quayside Concerts, 6 bars and street food, 60 market stalls, a Discovery Zone, Funfair and the breathtaking Red Arrows display, it’s set to be an unmissable event!! The Tall Ships Races will be in Aberdeen from 19-22 July. To find out more, visit: www.tallshipsaberdeen.com

Aberdeen City - News and Events

6/12/2025, 10:13:59 AM

Got plans this weekend? How about coming along to the Aberdeen Highland Games this Sunday at Hazlehead Park!! On from 10am to 5:30pm, you’ll be able to experience a range of traditional Highland Games activities, FREE fun activities, explore quality trade and charity stalls and take in stage performances! This is not to be missed!! Tickets can be purchased now or in advance. You can park for free at Hazlehead Park, or take advantage of a free shuttle bus service running from Union Terrace and Kingswells Park and Ride to Hazlehead Park! Find out more here: www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/highlandgames

Aberdeen City - News and Events

5/15/2025, 12:16:40 PM

Only one month to go until the Aberdeen Highland Games returns to Hazlehead Park!! Come along and enjoy traditional Highland Games events, quality trade and charity stalls, stage entertainment from professional performers and community groups, as well as a range of fun FREE activities that all ages can enjoy! Tickets can be bought via our website in advance, or on the day. Find out more here: www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/highlandgames

Aberdeen City - News and Events

2/20/2025, 11:32:16 AM

Aberdeen’s favourite crime writing festival, Granite Noir, is back!! 🕵️ Motivated by the popularity of crime fiction in all forms, Granite Noir promises to thrill audiences with author conversations, talks, workshops, drama and exhibitions across Aberdeen City Centre!! Granite Noir starts today and will run until Sunday. For details, tickets and offers, visit: www.aberdeenperformingarts.com/granite-noir

Aberdeen City - News and Events

2/27/2025, 1:27:15 PM

The Aberdeen Highland Games are returning to Hazlehead Park on Sunday 15 June!!! A highlight on Aberdeen’s summer calendar, it promises to be a day full of fun for all the family! From traditional Highland Games events, quality trade and charity stalls, stage entertainment and a range of activities that all ages can enjoy!! More information, including ticket news, will be announced shortly. Keep up to date via our webpage here: www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/highlandgames

Aberdeen City - News and Events

2/13/2025, 1:15:21 PM

There’s currently 45 ships visiting Aberdeen during this year’s Tall Ships Races from 19-22 July! ⚓️⛵️ These magnificent vessels, divided into four classes, range from large sailing ships to smaller single-masted boats. Some of the great ships you’ll see this summer include: 🔹Corsaro II – A stunning yacht used for sail training third-year students of the Italian Naval Academy. 🔹Dars Szczecina – Owned by the City of Szczecin in Poland, this ship has been a regular participant in the Tall Ships Races since 1976 and is typically by manned by students from the city. 🔹Rona II (pictured) – Built in 1991, Rona II is renowned as one of the hardest-working and most resilient Oyster yachts in the world. You can discover more about each ship via the Tall Ships website - https://www.tallshipsaberdeen.com/event-information/confirmed-ships/

Aberdeen City - News and Events

2/6/2025, 1:22:45 PM

Spectra, Scotland’s Festival of Light, returns to Aberdeen TONIGHT from 5:30pm!! ✨💡⭐️ Running from 5:30pm-10pm (final entry at 9:30pm) until Sunday 9th, experience stunning installations and mesmerizing live performances at locations across Aberdeen City Centre and is FREE to attend!! Remember to wrap up warm and dress appropriately for the weather as most of the festival is outdoors!🧣 For all the info you need to plan your trip, visit: www.spectrafestival.com

Aberdeen City - News and Events

1/30/2025, 11:45:08 AM

Only one week to go until Spectra 2025 begins!! 💡✨ Spectra will be back to light up the night skies of Aberdeen from 5:30-10pm each night from 6 to 9 February with stunning light installations across the city centre!!! ⭐️ For further information and to plan ahead for your trip, visit: www.spectrafestival.com