What’s on in Aberdeen City & Shire for Kids and Families
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**
STFC Seeing the Universe in All its Light
Organiser: Aberdeen Science Centre
Where: Aberdeen Science Centre, 179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen AB24 5TU
Date: Saturday 16th to Friday 29th September 2017
Time: 10:00 – 17:00
Description: STFC’s Seeing the Universe in all its light roadshow supports the UK astronomy community, in partnership with the Royal Astronomical Society, showcasing the ‘big telescopes family’ – both ground and space based – focusing on the UK science expertise and economic benefits.
This exhibition, features models of a range of telescopes including the European Southern Observatory and the ground based Very Large Telescope. The exhibition also includes an 8m interactive wall, a telescope control desk and much more!
We will also be running a show talking about all things telescope.
Website: http://aberdeensciencecentre.org/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/157526528147121
Starry Skies at Haddo
Organiser: Haddo House & Country Park
Where: Haddo House & Country Park, Ellon, Aberdeen AB41 7EQ
Date: Friday 22nd September 2017
Time: 20:15 – 22:00
Description: Turning lights off is not just good for the planet – it also means dark skies and great opportunities for stargazing.
Come and join us during Climate Change Week to learn more about what to look for in the night sky, and maybe even a glimpse of the Northern Lights if we’re lucky.
Booking required – please email svsohaddo@gmail.com
£4 per person (includes tea/coffee)
In partnership with Aberdeenshire Council Ranger Service.
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/370266103405588
Ellon Nearly New Sale
Where: Station Hotel, Station Brae, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 9BD
Date: Saturday 23rd September 2017
Time: 13:00 – 15:00
Description: Entry is £1 for adults and on sale will be nearly new clothes, books, toys, equipment etc for mums to be, baby and children from bumps to teens.
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/ellonnearlynewsale/
Pyjama Party!
Organiser: Jump In Trampoline Arena Aberdeen
Where: #ump In Trampoline Arena, Craigshaw Road West Tullos Industrial Estate, Aberdeen AB12 3AP
Date: Saturday 23rd September 2017
Time: 09:00 – 21:00
Description: WE ARE HAVING A PYJAMA PARTY!
We would like to invite all of our AWESOME customers to our fun filled Pyjama Party!
All our awesome jump crew will be dressed in their cosiest slippers, pyjamas and onesies for a day of fun games and activities!
All our staff members will be making donations on this day to our chosen charity “Me Too”. Any donations on the day will be greatly appreciated!
– GLITTER TATTOOS
– FACE PAINTING
– HAIR BRAIDING
Website: https://www.gojumpin.com/aberdeen/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/512642192415185
Make and excavate your own archaeological poo!
Organiser: Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museums
Where: Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Shiprow, Aberdeen AB11 5BY
Date: Saturday 23rd September 2017
Time: 10:30 – 12:00, 13:00 – 14:30, 13:00 – 14:30
Description: What did Vikings munch at mealtimes? You can tell a lot from the poo they left behind! Come along and make your own.
Warning – things may get sticky!
£2.50 + booking fee
Age: 4-11yrs.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1906509616278464, https://www.facebook.com/events/1407387699296469 & https://www.facebook.com/events/1634832216527891
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The Winter Vegetable Garden (pre-schoolers)
Organiser: Gardening4Kids (Gardening School)
Where: Ben Reid Garden Centre, Countesswells Road, Aberdeen AB15 7AL
Date: Saturday 23rd September 2017
Time: 11:00 – 12:00
Description: Gardening4Kids September Class for pre-schoolers (aged 3-5 years)
Theme is: The Winter Vegetable Garden
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1400492673367161
Powis Community Gala
Organiser: Powis Community Centre
Where: Powis Community Centre, Powis Community Centre, 11 Powis Circle, Aberdeen, AB24 3YX
Date: Saturday 23rd September 2017
Time: 11:00 – 15:00
Description: Come along for a fun fuelled day with raffles bouncy castles and much much more
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/145058832755243
Gardening4Kids for primary school children
Organiser: Gardening4Kids (Gardening School)
Where: Aberdeen Science Centre, 179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen AB24 5TU
Date: Saturday 23rd September 2017
Time: 14:00 – 15:00
Description: Gardening4Kids class for primary school children at Aberdeen Science Centre. Theme is the Winter Vegetable Garden.
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1607376832617693
Time Of Their Lives (12A)
Organiser: Ballater Films
Where: Victoria and Albert Halls, Ballater, Station Square, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5QB
Date: Saturday 23rd September 2017
Time: 18:45 – 21:30
Description: A special screening in aid of Marie Curie – pay by donation on the door. Refreshments included. Raffle too!
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/660970230765901
Afro Grooves with Magi for Children
Organiser: Afro Grooves and Tarland Food & Music Festival
Where: MacRobert Hall – Upper Hall, The Square, Tarland, Aboyne, AB34 4YL
Date: Sunday 24th September 2017
Time: 10:00 – 10:30
Description: fun session for kids learning & choreography of traditional West African Dance with live drumming
Website: https://tarlandfmf.eventsmart.com/events/drummin-aboot/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1410637135721800
Camp Fire Fun – Under 5’s
Organiser: Mud Pies and Tarland Food & Music Festival
Where: Drummy Woods, Burnside Road, Tarland, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire AB34 4ZQ
Date: Sunday 24th September 2017
Time: 13:00 – 14:00
Description: Come for an adventure with Mandy Tulloch of Mud Pies to the wonderful Drummy Woods. Collect sticks, help prepare a camp fire and have fun toasting marshmallows and watching the freshest popcorn being made. How do you like yours – salt or sweet?!
Drinks for children and tea and coffee for adults included in the ticket price.
Website: https://tarlandfmf.eventsmart.com/events/mud-pie-adventures/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/333666437072203
Camp Fire Fun – Over 5’s
Organiser: Mud Pies and Tarland Food & Music Festival
Where: Drummy Woods, Burnside Road, Tarland, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire AB34 4ZQ
Date: Sunday 24th September 2017
Time: 15:00 – 16:00
Description: Come for an adventure with Mandy Tulloch of Mud Pies to the wonderful Drummy Woods. Collect sticks, help prepare a camp fire and have fun toasting marshmallows and watching the freshest popcorn being made. How do you like yours – salt or sweet?!
Drinks for children and tea and coffee for adults included in the ticket price.
£5 per person
Website: https://tarlandfmf.eventsmart.com/events/mud-pie-adventures/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/142832939637127
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Macmillan Coffee Morning
Organiser: White Horse Hotel & Restaurant
Where: White Horse Hotel & Restaurant, Old Road, Balmedie, Aberdeenshire AB23 8XR
Date: Friday 29th September 2017
Time: 10:00 – 12:00
Description: We’re back with the biggest coffee morning of the year, all in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.
Is there any better reason to eat cake!
Cake bingo
Guess the height of the cake
Cake & Coffee
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1502131083140408
Macmillan World’s Biggest Coffee Morning
Organiser: Bettridge Centre
Where: Bettridge Centre, Coastal Park, Newtonhill, Aberdeenshire AB39 3UL
Date: Friday 29th September 2017
Time: 10:00 – 12:00
Description: This year we’re joining in with The World’s Biggest Coffee Morning. This is Macmillan’s biggest fundraising event for people facing cancer. They ask people all over the UK to host their own Coffee Mornings and donations on the day are made to Macmillan.
Join us for tea, coffee & loads of fine pieces. If you can’t make it but would like to contribute, please let us know – home bakes gratefully received!
We’re also having a second-hand book sale at the coffee morning – if you have books you’d like to donate, please drop them off at the centre any time after 26th September, thank you!
Website: http://www.bettridgecentre.org.uk/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/110119213005562
Explorathon Aberdeen
Where: Various locations across Aberdeen
Date: Friday 29th September 2017
Time: 12:30 – 13:30
Description: Meet researchers from the University of Aberdeen who will
share their research projects and find out how European funding is helping tackle society’s biggest challenges. Learn what mediaeval Aberdonians ate and taste some of their food from midday onwards. Discover how NHS resources are allocated across patients with different needs, learn about the latest cancer research and much more.
Join in with Explorathon Aberdeen across the city with an extravaganza of shows, talks, family activities, comedy and discovery http:// www.explorathon.co.uk/ aberdeen brought to you by the University of Aberdeen.
Explorathon in the city centre is in partnership with Aberdeen City Council.
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/100984243943144