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**
Absafe Car Boot Sale
Organiser: Absafe
Where: Absafe, The Safe, 26 Corunna Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, , AB23 8DU
Date: Saturday 3rd June 2017
Time: 9:00AM – 1:00PM
Description: Join us for our CAR boot and CRAFT sale at Absafe- Corunna Road, Bridge of Don (behind the Barracks)
Space £10 (can be paid on day but space must be booked via email to victoria@absafe.org.uk or calling 01224 823157.
All stall fees raising funds to keep your local children safe.
Come down…clear out the clutter.
Bargains galore
Please note the finishing time of this event will vary.
On Corunna Road travel past the Barracks entrance, follow the road round the bend and continue through the tree lined avenue. At the crossroads head left to reach The Safe.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/absafecharity/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/955016597967548
Taste of Grampian 2017
Organiser: Taste Of Grampian
Where: Aberdeen & Northern Marts, Thainstone, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire AB51 5XZ
Date: Saturday 3rd June 2017
Time: 9:30AM – 5:00PM
Description: Taste of Grampian is Scotland’s biggest one-day food festival.
It attracts nearly 200 exhibitors, celebrity chefs, live cookery demonstrations as well as a Motor Show.
There is something for all ages.
£5 entry per person. Children under 16 are free.
Website: http://www.tasteofgrampian.co.uk/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/392333297785735
Sharing the North Sea
Organiser: Aberdeen Science Centre
Where: Aberdeen Science Centre, 179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen AB24 5TU
Date: Saturday 3rd June 2017
Time: 10:00AM – 4:00PM
Description: Throughout June join us to explore the life under the North Sea in our new show!
Through the energy and fishing industries, the people of Aberdeen are strongly connected to our local waters, but humans are not the only animals who rely on the North Sea. Come along and discover the other mammals who call the North Sea home and the technology that is helping us to better understand the lives of our flippered and finned friends.
Website: http://aberdeensciencecentre.org/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1915018945445373
Gruffalo Adventure
Organiser: Leith Hall Gardens & Estate
Where: Leith Hall Gardens & Estate, Kennethmont, Huntly, Aberdeen AB54 4NQ
Date: Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th June 2017
Time: 10:00AM – 1.00PM or 2.00PM – 5.00PM
Description: Become a Mouse for the day and follow the self-led trail around the wood, taking care to look out for the Gruffalo!
Story telling every half hour
Entry: £5 per child
Children to be accompanied by an adult at all times. Adults are free.
To help us manage the event and allow all the children a chance to meet the Gruffalo and hear the story telling, please purchase either a morning or an afternoon ticket.
Please note that there will be no activities between 1pm and 2pm and you should allow a minimum of 90 minutes to complete all activities.
PLEASE NOTE – booking is essential
Website: https://www.facebook.com/LeithHallGardensEstate/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/439882273054978
Victorian Weekend
Organiser: Milton of Crathes Station
Where: Milton of Crathes Station, The Royal Deeside Railway, Milton of Crathes, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 5QH
Date: Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th June 2017
Time: 11:00AM – 4:15PM
Description: Experience our recreation of the Victorian Era, in the infancy of the Royal Deeside Railway. The railway staff will be dressed in period costumes and additonal attractions will bring the railway car park alive.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/RoyalDeesideRailway/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/167334877105876
Enjoy Music Festival 2017
Organiser: Enjoy Music Festival
Where: Hazlehead Park, Hazlehead Ave, Aberdeen AB15 8BJ
Date: Saturday 3th June 2017
Time: 12:00PM – 11:00PM
Description: Scotland’s best value festival is selling fast.
Ticket link: http://www.skiddle.com/festivals/enjoy-music
Aberdeen’s Enjoy Music Festival returns with Primal Scream and Chase & Status confirmed as headliners.
2017 sees a huge expansion to the festival site with new features including a VIP Area, Retro Tent, Fun Fair and Family Entertainment Area.
The festival will feature a comprehensive entertainment programme for all ages including amusements, showcase performances, workshops, the kids creative zone and lots more.
The Family Entertainment area has something for everyone and also includes a baby feeding and changing area.
Enjoy Music is Scotland’s fastest growing and best value music festival, with tickets costing substantially less than at other major music events.
Important Information:
All Persons under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by a responsible adult aged 21 or over at ALL times.
Photographic identification is compulsory for entry to the festival. See Terms and Conditions for full details
Terms and Conditions are located on the INFO page on our website http://www.digitalloveaberdeen.co.uk/enjoymusic
Website: http://www.digitalloveaberdeen.co.uk/enjoymusic
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1139416342842277
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Summer Fayre – Oldmachar Community Preschool
Organiser: Oldmachar Community Preschool
Where: Oldmachar Community Preschool, Jesmond Drive, Aberdeen AB22 8UR
Date: Saturday 3rd June 2017
Time: 12:00PM – 2:00PM
Description: There will be a special appearance from the Guarana Street Band as well as; a bouncy castle, face painting, bottle stall, chocolate stall, various stall holders, food, story time in the summer house and a variety of pirate themed carnival games!
Entry is £1.50 per adult and £1 per child, price includes a glass of pirate punch and a golden biscuit!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Oldmachar-Community-Preschool-1240126166042328/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/255409881600735
The 40th Cove Gala
Where: Loirston School, Loirston Ave, Cove Bay Aberdeen AB12 3
Date: Saturday 3rd June 2017
Time: 1:00PM – 5:00PM
Description: Annual Cove Gala Day
Website: https://www.facebook.com/covegala/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/713485932158956
Open Farm Sunday @DAP
Organiser: Deeside Activity Park
Where: Deeside Activity Park, Dess, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire AB34 5BD
Date: Sunday 4th June 2017
Time: 11:00AM – 4:00PM
Description: Deeside Activity Park / Cairnton Farm, The home of Cairnton Aberdeen Angus are taking part in Open Farm Sunday again this year .
We shall have lots going on from our very own Aberdeen Angus Cattle being here at the park so you can get up close and personal with the animals. We shall have some Pigs and piglets, Sheep and Lambs, Hens and Chickens and we may even take one of the horses down too.
We plan to have tractors on site both old and new ones with a Digger too. We shall have Tours going on in the Tractor And Trailer with Farmer Ken, who will be giving the tours and answering any questions.
Our outside BBQ Grill will be serving up our very own award winning Cairnton Aberdeen Angus Beef, as steaks and handmade burgers, Showing everyone first hand farm to fork at its very best. We shall also be serving up Sandy Ingram’s Sausages and bacon as well as having something on offer for any vegetarians.
Our Award winning coffee shop will be open and we have a fantastic tuck shop for that sweet treat too.
We have plenty of free parking, and look forward to everyone coming and joining us getting up close and personal with the animals and machinery.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/DeesideActivityPark/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1914333635455340
Waterstones Children’s Bookclub – Manxmouse
Organiser: Waterstones
Where: Waterstones, 3-7 Union Bridge, Aberdeen AB11 6BG
Date: Sunday 4th June 2017
Time: 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Description: Thanks to all detectives who joined us in last week’s bookclub meeting. It was great fun and our murder mystery was successfully solved.
We’ll be reading next Manxmouse by Paul Gallico and I really hope for everyone’s sake the poor thing makes it through without a scratch!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/1823524787910161
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1823524787910161
NCT June Sling Library and Meet
Organiser: NCT Aberdeen City & Shire
Where: Crown Terrace Methodist Church, Aberdeen AB11 6
Date: Wednesday 7th June 2017
Time: 10:00AM – 12:00PM
Description: It’s time for our June sling meet! As Summer approaches we are inviting you to join us for sling chat, hires, help with your own carrier and demonstrations.
We will also have our popular “try me” table: a table full of our personal stashes for you to try out with the aim of finding your perfect carrier or just to try something new!
Older siblings, family and friends as always are welcome. As always, there will be lots of tea, coffee and cake!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/nctaberdeencityandshire/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nctaberdeenslinglibraryandmeet/
One for next weekend…
NCT Summer Nearly New Sale
Where: Portlethen Academy, Bruntland Rd, Portlethen, 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: https://www.facebook.com/NCTaberdeensales/
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/277476706027208/
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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