What’s on in Aberdeen City & Shire
Looking for something to do over the next week with the kids in Aberdeen City & Shire, then why not check out one of these family friendly events?
** Mummy Mimi provides this page for information only and cannot guarantee accuracy. Events are subject to change and/or cancellation. If any doubt, please contact the event organisers for confirmation**
Lumphanan Moving Pictures – Film – Storks
Organiser: Lumphanan Moving Pictures
Where: Lumphanan Village Hall, School Rd, Banchory AB31 4SE
Date: Friday 9th June 2017
Time: 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Description: Film showing – Storks
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/305126129912901
Coastal Play
Organiser: Bettridge Centre
Where: Bettridge Centre, Coastal Park, Newtonhill, Aberdeenshire AB39 3UL
Date: Saturday 10th June 2017
Time: 9:45AM – 11:00AM
Description: Coastal Play is a children’s soft play area for children aged toddler to 10 (height restrictions will apply and take precedence over age).
We provide a huge play area that includes 2 Bouncy Castles, one with slide, Soft Play Pods & Shapes, plus Bouncers, Inflatable Pitch and toddler area. It’s a great space for running around and letting off some steam – especially when the weather outside’s not so nice!
Coastal Cafe provides a seating area where parents can see children at all times while enjoying a coffee and snack.
Numbers are limited, so please call us on 01569 731320 to reserve your space.
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/125704651331012
The Thistle Street Food Market
Organiser: The West End – Aberdeen
Where: The West End – Aberdeen, Rose Street, Thistle Street, Chapel Street, Huntly Street, Summer Street, Aberdeen AB10 1
Date: Saturday 10th June 2017
Time: 10:00AM – 3:00PM
Description: Seventeen local producers return to Thistle Street for our regular food market selling bread, game, organic meat, fish, vegetables, cooking sauces, craft beer, cake, jams, spreads, cheese and for the first time this month flavoured vodka and gin!
The market is run on a voluntary basis by local businesses to offer Aberdonians an independent alternative to the major chains and supermarkets.
#ThistleStreetFoodMarket #ShopLocal
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1937162969904169
International Fraserburgh
Organiser: Fraserburgh Super Saturdays
Where: Fraserburgh Super Saturdays, Broad Street, Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire AB43 9HP
Date: Saturday 10th June 2017
Time: 10:00AM – 3:30PM
Description: A family friendly day out featuring music, dance, food and a wealth of stalls selling produce, house and garden accessories, crafts and much more.
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1377597615632253
Pop in for Parkinson’s, Family Fun Day
Organiser: Parkinson’s UK in Scotland
Where: Duthie Park, Riverside Drive, Aberdeen AB11 7WA
Date: Saturday 10th June 2017
Time: 10:30AM – 3:00PM
Description: Pop in for Parkinson’s is a fabulous fun day out in Aberdeen’s beautiful Duthie Park to raise vital funds for Parkinson’s UK.
LOTS AND LOTS OF FAMILY FUN…
Here’s just some of the exciting activities on offer, with even more to come…
Our devilishly, delicious, tea tent brimming with tasty treats, cakes, crafts and live music.
Family tent featuring the wonderful Lisa Lollipop Entertainers
PLUS
Facepainting, balloons, lucky dip, tombolas, raffles, singers, pipers, dancers and our fabulous Pop in for Parkinson’s Talent Competition!
Outside, there will be lots more to do including:
Vintage-style carnival games
Police and fire vehicles
Fairy door hunt
Tug o war for all of the family!
We are welcoming everyone of all ages to come and join us!
To find out more or to enter the talent competition and try to win the fantastic Pop in for Parkinson’s Trophy
Email: scotlandfundraising@parkinsons.org.uk or Telephone: 0344 2253724
It’s only with your help that we can continue our vital research projects, and provide support and information. Help us to find a cure and improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s.
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/379381889079880
NCT Summer Nearly New Sale
Organiser: NCT Aberdeen City and Shire Nearly New Sales
Where: Portlethen Academy, Bruntland Rd, Aberdeenshire AB12 4QL
Date: Saturday 10th June 2017
Time: 11:00AM – 12:30PM
Description: Help raise money for charity whilst saving yourself some pennies – our next big NCT Nearly New Sale is on Saturday June 10th from 11am to 12.30pm at Portlethen Academy!
It’s a one stop pop up shop of everything you need for your baby or child from 0 to 5 years. Clothes, books, toys, baby equipment, slings, buggies, jumparoos….all at bargain prices!
Join the event and let your friends know – you won’t want to miss it!
£1.50 entry per person
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/277476706027208
Ballater Films – La La Land (12A)
Organiser: Ballater Films
Where: Victoria and Albert Halls, Ballater, Station Square, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5QB
Date: Saturday 10th June 2017
Time: 7:00PM – 10:00PM
Description: A FREE showing of the multi-Oscar-winning film starring Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone.
Come and see what all the fuss is about!
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/522882884767435
Kildrummy Vintage Car Rally
Organiser: Deeside Activity Park
Where: Deeside Activity Park, Dess, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire AB34 5BD
Date: Sunday 11th June 2017
Time: 10:00AM – 4:00PM
Description: We are delighted to confirm the return of
The Kildrummy Vintage Car Rally
This is a family friendly free entry event , with Farmer Ken and his top team on the BBQ with his Famous Cairnton Aberdeen Angus Steaks and Burgers for all your foody requirements on the day.
So come along and join in the fun and see these beautiful cars on the front lawn from 10am until 4pm.
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1307650672615930
Japan Day Aberdeen 2017
Organiser: Japan Day Aberdeen Organisation
Where: Cults Academy, Quarry Road, Cults, Aberdeenshire AB15 9TP
Date: Sunday 11th June 2017
Time: 10:00AM – 5:30PM
Description: !!!FREE ENTRY!!!
Japan Day Aberdeen 2017 will be introducing more exciting and fun activities to you on the day featuring Japanese and Scottish food stalls, a wide selection of retailers, Japanese traditional and modern cultural activities, Exhibitions, Competitions and many more!!
Please stay tuned to our official FB page and Twitter: @JDayAberdeen for more updates!
Bring along your families and friends! We look forward to seeing you there!!!
Your Japan Day Aberdeen Team (*^-^*)
#JDAYABDN2017
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1211543092275251
The Jack & Jill Market – Aberdeen
Organiser: The Jack & Jill Market
Where: DoubleTree by Hilton Aberdeen Treetops, 161 Springfield Road, Aberdeen
Date: Sunday 11th June 2017
Time: 10:30:00 AM – 6/11/2017 1:00:00 PM
Description: SAVVY SHOPPERS
Shop smartly, be savvy and save. Find everything you need for baby and children up to 9 years of age, all under the one roof, all on the same day. Whether it’s large items from our Large Items Gallery, or clothes, toys, and equipment from our quality nearly-new stalls, you’re guaranteed to find what you’re looking for – why pay more when you can pay less – now that’s being smart!
SELLERS
Book a stall to sell quality items you no longer use and keep 100% of what you make. To book visit http://www.jackandjillmarket.co.uk
Entry £1.50 Adults. Children free.
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/747052748809743
Open Farm Sunday at Bridgend Farm, Cragievar, Alford
Where: Bridgend Farm, Cragievar, Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8JB
Date: Sunday 11th June 2017
Time: 11:00AM – 4:00PM
Description: Come along to Bridgend Farm, Craigievar, Alford on Sunday 11th June 2017 by kind permission of the Keir Family for a fun day out and to see what farmers get up to!
Admission is FREE and there is something for all the family, with lots to see and do on the day, including:
Trailer tour of the Farms | Sheep shearing demonstration | Cooking and butchery demonstration | Farmers market |
Meet various different livestock including Cattle, sheep, chickens and pigs.
Take part in some easy competitions, such as guess the weight of the calf, the age of the pig, the name of the lamb.
Livestock feed displays | View Film of farming year | Electronic tag demonstrations
GPS display | Lots of Tractors and machinery on display | Vintage tractors
View the potato shed and dressing line | Mock auction | funfair
Scarecrow competition | And much more!
Refreshments will be available
There will also be a charity auction and raffle.
For more information please visit: https://farmsunday.org/visit-a-farm/search?location=&region=Scotland or comment on the event page.
We hope to see you all there for a great day out!
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1862598713993669
Banchory and District Round Table Duck Race
Organiser: Banchory and District Round Table
Where: Milton Of Crathes, Aberdeenshire AB14 0
Date: Sunday 11th June 2017
Time: 11:30AM – 11:30AM
Description: The Annual Banchory and District Round Table Duck race takes place on Sunday 11th June. This popular community event is part of the Banchory River festival.
Come along and see the race- better still buy a duck, they are priced at £2.
All the money will go to local good causes in the community.
Prizes for the first 3 ducks across the finish line.
Ducks will be for sale at Banchory Tesco on 3rd June and at the Event Village on 10th June.
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/111899136068722
Balmedie Summer Fete
Organiser: Balmedie Leisure Centre
Where: Balmedie Leisure Centre, Eigie Road, Balmedie, Aberdeenshire AB23 8YF
Date: Sunday 11th June 2017
Time: 12:00PM – 4:00PM
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1917559468462775
Inflatables Day @ Macbi
Organiser: Premier Inflatables
Where: MACBI Community Hub, Newlands Road, Mintlaw, Aberdeenshire AB42 5GP
Date: Sunday 11th June 2017
Time: 12:30PM – 3:30PM
Description: Let the kids enjoy a fun afternoon of Inflatables, music, soft play, face painting and fun whilst you relax with a coffee and fine piece at the wonderful Macbi Community hub at Newlands Road, Mintlaw.
Macbi Hub boasts of a wonderful soft play for the little ones with adjoining fully enclosed outdoor play area, as well as a fully refurbished cafe serving hot & cold drinks, hot food, cakes and pieces and Rizza’s lovely ice cream.
Its only £7 for use of Macbi’s soft play areas & access to the Wide range of Inflatables.
Or For use of just the Inflatables it’s £5.
Pay at the reception on arrival where you will be issued with a wristband.
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1892933240976842
We hope this has given you some inspiration for the week ahead. Let us know in the comments below or over on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter what you get up too!
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