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**
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Wetherspoons WORKSHOP
Organiser: Sandtastic Designs – Kids Bee Happy Independent Consultant – Allison Greig
Where: The Gordon Highlander High Street Inverurie, Aberdeenshire
Date: Thursday 18th October 2018
Time: 09:30AM-12:00PM
Description: We are taken over Wetherspoons – Inverurie for 2.5hrs of SAND ART FUN in the snuggery/family section. Come along to create a picture (or two) to then take home
We will have our usual sizes (small, medium and large) and will have a wide range of designs to choose from including Halloween ones
Prices start low from only £3 ranging up to £5
Please allow up to 30mins for your child to create (depending on age)
No booking required, Everyone welcome x
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/459777154539146/
Free Pop Up Play Session – Kintore
Organiser: Aberdeenshire Family Information Service and Aberdeenshire Council
Where: Midmill Primary School
Date: Thursday 18th October 2018
Time: 10:00AM-12:00PM
Description: FREE Outdoor Play Session for Children Aged 0-5yrs. A responsible adult must accompany all children – please come dressed for the weather – ALL WELCOME! 🙂
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1815226558572724/
Free Buggy Walk – Peterhead
Organiser: Aberdeenshire Family Information Service
Where: Lido Peterhead, Peterhead, AberdeenshireAB42 1
Date: Thursday 18th October 2018
Time: 10:00AM-11:00AM
Description: FREE Buggy Walk – meet other parents/ carers and get some exercise. Just bring your baby, buggy and yourself! Walk will be gentle and last approx 1hr, cafe stop & blether lasts as long as you wish to stay 🙂 ALL WELCOME!
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/241780209817009/
We are going on a BUG hunt!
Organiser: World Horse Welfare Belwade Farm
Where: World Horse Welfare Belwade Farm, Belwade Farm, Dess, Aboyne, AB34 5BJ
Date: Thursday 18th October 2018
Time: 01:30PM-03:30PM
Description: Explore our magical woodland and see what mini beasts you can spot! Record your results on our bug sheets.
Help us with our bug hotel renovations by collecting items in the woodland and adding them to the bug rooms.
Make your own bug house out of recycled materials to take home for your garden.
Finish the afternoon by creating a bug masterpiece during craft time.
These are staff led activities however parents/guardians are required to be in attendance.
Spaces are limited so please follow the ticketing link to book spaces. Please come wearing suitable clothing for the weather conditions on the day.
Cost is £4.50 per child.
Tables at the Belwade bistro are available for lunches before the event. If you would like to reserve a table please call 013398 85398 or email lisagardiner@worldhorsewelfare.org
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/582583495492556/
Allan’s Magic at Grampian Transport Museum
Organiser: Grampian Transport Museum
Where: Grampian Transport Museum, Montgarrie Road, Alford, Aberdeen AB33 8AE
Date: Thursday 18th October 2018
Time: 02:00PM-03:45PM
Description: Allan’s Magic will be here for a special afternoon of entertainment. Included in the standard museum admission our younger visitors can enjoy the Allan’s Magic shows at 2pm & 3pm.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/327861444427950/
Little Red Riding Hood’s Musical Adventure
Organiser: The Tivoli Theatre
Where: The Tivoli Theatre, 34 – 48 Guild Street, Aberdeen AB11 6NB
Date: Thursday 18th October 2018
Time: 02:30PM-04:15PM
Description: From the creative team behind the hugely popular Hairy Maclary Show, Little Red Riding Hood is a fun, original musical for children, with live music and loveable characters. Join Scarlet and her side-kick Stanley the Squirrel as they try to outwit Walter the Wolf and discover that it’s not just the enchanted forest that has magical powers… A forest full of family fun, this show is a joyous new version of the classic fairy tale.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/501216983625728/
October Holidays: Storytime at Children’s Library
Organiser: Aberdeen City Libraries
Where: Central Library, Rosemount Viaduct, AB25 1GW Aberdeen
Date: Thursday 18th October 2018
Time: 02:30PM-03:30PM
Description: Storytime and craft session for children aged 3+ during the October School Holidays.
To book, call 01224 652507 or email ChildrensLibrary@aberdeencity.gov.uk
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2100202863568307
Free Outdoor Book Bug and Gardening Session
Organiser: Aberdeenshire Family Information Service
Where: Birley Bush, Kemnay
Date: Friday 19th October 2018
Time: 10:00AM-11:00AM
Description: Run by Aberdeenshire Council – For further information please contact margaret.bennett@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2140594559491839/
Family Autumn Welly Walk!
Organiser: North East Ranger Service
Where: Castle Fraser Garden & Estate, Sauchen, Inverurie, AB51 7LD
Date: Friday 19th October 2018
Time: 10:30AM-12:00PM
Description: Time to pull on your wellies and join the Rangers for an autumn walk. We will be collecting berries to plant, foraging for craft materials and finding out more about old uses of our trees. Then back to the log cabin to make our autumn crafts.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/534571220334351/
Free Woodland Walk – Turriff
Organiser: Aberdeenshire Family Information Service
Where: Delgaty Wood
Date: Friday 19th October 2018
Time: 10:30AM-12:00PM
Description: FREE Outdoor Session run by Aberdeenshire Council
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/171856633744602/
October Holidays – Fairy Wands Make and Take at Geek Bothy
Organiser: Lottie’s Lockets
Where: Geek Bothy, 1 High Street Kemnay Aberdeenshire, Aberdeen AB51 5NB
Date: Friday 19th October 2018
Time: 01:00PM-04:00PM
Description: Following on from our success during the summer make and take sessions, we are delighted to announce that we will be running two more sessions over the October holidays at the fabulous Geek Bothy in Kemnay!
Come on down to Geek Bothy in Kemnay and create your very own Fairy Wand with a choice of gorgeous materials in a range of beautiful colours.
£6.00 per person.
No need to book, just show up anytime between 1pm – 4pm to make your Fairy Wand.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/294428864679394/
Baby Carrier / Wrap Drop In Session – Bridge of Don
Organiser: Close and Calm
Where: ST Columbas Church, Braehead Way, Aberdeen AB22 8RR
Date: Friday 19th October 2018
Time: 02:00PM-03:30PM
Description: We’re delighted to be able to hold a Baby Carrier Drop In Session every month in Bridge of Don
Feel free to bring your stretchy wrap from the Scottish Baby Box as we’d love to give you a hand.
There will be trained baby carrying advice from Jess Hippey, owner of Close and Calm, and a large selection of carriers and wraps available for trying and for hiring. Should you wish to go on to buy a carrier after this, please inform Jess as discount codes are available for customers.
We will charge a £2 entry fee to cover room hire, insurance and professional fees. Children are always welcome.
We’re very lucky to also have a breastfeeding peer supporter present at most meetings.
We’re a friendly, welcoming bunch and look forward to meeting you. Our hope is to try and build an informative and supportive community so the more the merrier.
You’re also always welcome to bring your own carriers for help too.
For more information about what a drop in session looks like see here: https://www.closeandcalm.co.uk/conversations/what-to-expect-drop-in
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/817304265138061/
Frightmare
Organiser: Northern Frights
Where: Innoflate, 1a Beach Esplanade, AB24 5NS Aberdeen
Date: Friday 19th October 2018
Time: 05:00PM-00:00AM
Description: Northern Frights have teamed up with Innoflate to bring you 9 nights of horror over October.
Frightmare is an over 15’s haunted house filled with your worst nightmares. We will be open every Friday and Saturday night 6-11pm.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/176990316333808/
Halloween at Bon Accord
Organiser: Bon Accord Aberdeen
Where: Bon Accord Aberdeen, George St, Aberdeen AB25 1HZ
Date: Wednesday 13th – Wednesday 31st October 2018
Time: 09:00AM-06:00PM
Description: Join us for fun for all in our Halloween garden. Our spooktacular garden will be open during the October school holidays. With our annual pumpkin hunt, crafting, ball pits and pumpkin photo opportunities there is ghoulish fun for all the family!
Halloween Garden
13 – 31 October
All day
Let the kids play while you relax in our Halloween garden, opening on Saturday the 13th of October. Take a photo for Instagram with our giant pumpkin and enjoy the ball pits. Find the garden in our lower atrium, just across from Costa – perfect for grabbing a coffee and a snack while the kids play!
Pumpkin Hunt
13 – 31 October
All day
Find all 10 pumpkins hidden around Bon Accord and St Nicholas to collect a chocolate treat! We will be posting clues for where to find the pumpkins shortly so make sure to check back. Pick up a Pumpkin Hunt sheet from our Information Desk, Upper Mall, Bon Accord.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/360981357799411/?event_time_id=360981434466070
FUN Festival of Scarecrows
Organiser: Insch, Leslie, Premnay, Oyne Parish Church – Presbyterian Church
Where: Insch, Leslie, Premnay, Oyne Parish Church – Presbyterian Church
Date: Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st October 2018
Time: 10:00AM-05:00AM
Description: The weekend of 20th -21st October 2018 is INSCH Fun Festival of Scarecrows! Let us brighten up our town with Russell Crow, Crowella De Ville or with a DisCROW! The town will be divided into four or five areas depending on where the entrants are.
Step 1) Post details and £2 entry fee through Dr. Kay’s Manse door at 66 Denwell Road. FORMS from the D.I.Y. shop or Dr. Kay.
Step 2) Scarecrows must be outside the house/business/shop at 10am on Saturday the 20th for the judges to view.
Step 3) Treasure hunt forms for each area will be available to pick up from Stephen’s D.I.Y., or the church hall, on the Saturday afternoon from noon. You may cover more than one treasure hunt depending on the age of your participants. The treasure hunt can be done on the Saturday afternoon or any time on the Sunday. There will be small prizes for each Treasure Hunt area.
There are prizes for: the best children’s scarecrow; adults scarecrow; and family scarecrow. We hope that shops and businesses will join in too. The winners will be announced at the church hall at 4 pm on the Saturday. Families will be served hot drinks and there will be a raffle. Proceeds will go to Insch Primary School.
At the moment we are trying to source straw, so if any farmers can donate a bale or two for this cause, we would be very grateful. Thank you. If there is a lack of straw, then please innovate and be creative! Will keep you up to date on the straw! Best wishes, Dr. Kay with assistance from parents.
We hope that this event will attract visitors into the town so that they can what we have to offer and well as having fun!
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/614404175621289/
Messy play: at the beach
Organiser: Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museums
Where: Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Shiprow, Aberdeen AB11 5BY
Date: Saturday 20th October 2018
Time: 10:30AM-11:30AM
Description: Squish, splat and smear all manner of wonderfully messy materials in our special beach-themed messy play session for our littlest visitors.
6 months-5 yrs
£4 + booking fee
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/488022851672184/
Pumpkin Patch
Organiser: The Fairy Woods at Fedderate
Where: The Fairy Woods at Fedderate, Mains of Fedderate, AB42 4QF New Deer
Date: Saturday 20th October 2018
Time: 10:30AM-01:30PM
Description: Pumpkin Patch from Saturday 20th to Saturday 27th
Fairy Finding and Orienteering
Hot dogs, hot chocolate, marshmallows.
Pick a pumpkin to take home.
Booking essential.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/251243622199556/
Creepy Garden Trail
Organiser: Pitmedden Garden
Where: Pitmedden Garden, Pitmedden, Aberdeenshire AB41 7PD
Date: Saturday 20th – Saturday 28th October 2018
Time: 10:30AM-04:30PM
Description: Join us for some Halloween Fun for the first time at Pitmedden Garden this October from Saturday 20 until Sunday 28! This is an event for everyone, whether you’re on a family day out, looking to enjoy a hot cuppa, or simply wanting to soak in the atmosphere of the beautiful Walled Garden.
The Garden will be dressed in its Halloween costume, with spiders, scarecrows, pumpkins and mystical creatures. Visitors can take part in our Creepy Garden Trail and explore hidden secrets and surprising facts!
So wrap up warm and venture down to Pitmedden Garden this October!
Usual admission charges apply. Members FREE.
Exceptional free entry on Saturday 27 October due to our event Experience Halloween at Pitmedden! There will be a separate charge of £5 per person if you would like to guise through the Museum of Farming Life. Otherwise you can enjoy the Walled Garden for free on that day only!
Dates: Saturday 20 – Sunday 28 October
Times: 10:30 – 16:30 (last admission 16:00)
More information on www.nts.org.uk
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2250796885132609/
Live & Local (Wild Child Entertainment Launch)
Organiser: Claire Tough
Where: Aberdeen Arts Centre, AB24 2 Aberdeen
Date: Sunday 21st October 2018
Time: 02:00PM-06:00PM
Description: Cameron Jay is celebrating the launch of her new business venture with a variety show showcasing a wide range of acts from ariel aerobics, singers, dancers, musicians, choirs, cheerleaders, professional boxers, local writers and actors all who live in Aberdeen/shire.
‘LIVE & LOCAL’ is the first of many events to be hosted by Wild Child Entertainment Agency.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/281004242732657/
Free Outdoor Bookbug Session – Logie Durno
Organiser: Aberdeenshire Family Information Service
Where: Logie Durno Football Pitch
Date: Monday 22nd October 2018
Time: 10:00AM-11:00AM
Description: FREE Story, song and rhyme session for babies, toddlers, pre-school children & their families. All children to be accompanied by an adult – please dress for the weather 🙂 ALL WELCOME!
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/711959625823006/
Free Pop Up Play Session – Turriff
Organiser: Aberdeenshire Family Information Service
Where: The Den, Turriff
Date: Monday 22nd October 2018
Time: 01:30PM-03:30PM
Description: FREE Outdoor Play Session for Children Aged 0-5yrs. A responsible adult must accompany all children – please come dressed for the weather – ALL WELCOME! 🙂
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/261936307791819/
Halloween Party (1-5) years HUNTLY
Organiser: Moo Music Moray
Where: Linden Centre, AB54 4 Huntly
Date: Monday 22nd October 2018
Time: 02:30PM-05:30PM
Description: Mixed moo Halloween themed music and movement session ( including games)
Inflatable ball pit and soft play
Refreshments
(1-5 ) years
£7 first child, £3.50 siblings
Booking essential to book your space
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1578496092256654/
Wild Tree Adventures at Aden Country Park 23RD October
Organiser: Wild Tree Adventures and Aden Country Park
Where: Wild Tree Adventures
Date: Tuesday 23rd October 2018
Time: 10:00AM-04:45PM
Description: Come climb up into the canopy of an amazing Copper Beech at Aden Country Park, using ropes and safety equipment, up to 20m! For all ages 6 to 80+ and for all the family.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/260036737968010/
Free Pop Up Play Session – Huntly
Organiser: Aberdeenshire Family Information Service
Where: Cooper Park, Huntly
Date: Tuesday 23rd October 2018
Time: 10:00AM-12:00PM
Description: FREE Outdoor Play Session for Children Aged 0-12yrs. A responsible adult must accompany all children – please come dressed for the weather – ALL WELCOME! 🙂
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/684128755281049/
Free! Wind and rain
Organiser: Aberdeen Art Gallery And Museums
Where: Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Shiprow, Aberdeen, AB11 5BY
Date: Tuesday 23rd October 2018
Time: 10:30AM-12:30PM
Description: Come inside to make your own rainbow wind blower or a musical rain stick. We’ll also have some weather-related museum objects for you to explore.
3-12 yrs
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/416123575458976/
SHA Family Photo Sessions
Organiser: LB Events
Where: Insch Meadows Park, AB52 6, Insch
Date: Tuesday 23rd October 2018
Time: 01:00PM-06:00PM
Description: Raising funds for the Scottish Huntingtons Association.
Charlotte Kinsella Photography is offering:
Mini photoshoots at Insch Meadows.
£15 for:
15 min slot
1 x digital image of your choice.
(You are welcome to purchase additional prints or digital images).
Update your family album or get some fab photos of the kids.
These images could be a perfect Christmas present for relatives
Limited slots available
Book your slot now and help support a fantastic cause.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/584190381997240/
Free Outdoor Bookbug Session – Daviot
Organiser: Aberdeenshire Family Information Service
Where: Daviot Campsite
Date: Tuesday 23rd October 2018
Time: 02:00PM-03:00PM
Description: FREE Story, song and rhyme session for babies, toddlers, pre-school children & their families. All children to be accompanied by an adult – please dress for the weather 🙂 ALL WELCOME!
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/651416035259178/
Free Pop Up Play Session – Inverurie
Organiser: Aberdeenshire Family Information Service
Where: Strathburn Park
Date: Wednesday 24th October 2018
Time: 10:00AM-12:00PM
Description: FREE Outdoor Play Session for Children Aged 0-12rs. A responsible adult must accompany all children – please come dressed for the weather – ALL WELCOME! 🙂
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/293871871211654/
Free! Halloween fun
Organiser: Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museums
Where: Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Shiprow, Aberdeen, AB11 5BY
Date: Wednesday 24th October 2018
Time: 10:30AM-12:30PM
Description: Get into the spirit of Halloween by making some spooky decorations to take home. We’ll show you how to make bat headbands and magic wands. Please bring a dry stick with you for wand making!
3-12 yrs
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/425988497923676/
Wetherspoons WORKSHOP
Organiser: Sandtastic Designs – Kids Bee Happy Independent Consultant – Allison Greig
Where: The Gordon Highlander Hight Street Inverurie
Date: Thursday 25th October 2018
Time: 09:30AM-12:00PM
Description: We are taken over Wetherspoons – Inverurie for 2.5hrs of SAND ART FUN! Come along to create a picture to then take home
We will have our usual sizes (small,medium and large) and will have a wide range of designs to choose from including Halloween ones 🎃
Prices start low from only £3 ranging up to £5
Everyone welcome x
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/264806344144281/
Free Pop Up Play Session – Kemnay
Organiser: Aberdeenshire Family Information Service
Where: Alehousewells School
Date: Tthursday 25th October 2018
Time: 10:00AM-12:00PM
Description: FREE Outdoor Play Session for Children Aged 0-12yrs. A responsible adult must accompany all children – please come dressed for the weather – ALL WELCOME! 🙂
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1055047424649896/
The Wizard Of Oz
Organiser: Joseph Purdy Productions
Where: Tivoli Theatre, 34-48 Guild Street, Aberdeen, AB11 6NB
Date: Thursday 25th – 28th October 2018
Time: 02:30PM-04:30PM
Description: Follow the yellow brick road this October as Joseph Purdy Productions return to The Tivoli, Aberdeen to take you on this toe tapping, musical adventure somewhere over the rainbow.
Join Dorothy as she searches to find The Wizard and return her home under the guidance of Glinda the Good Witch. Along the way she’ll meet the Scarecrow, the Tinman and Lion as they search for a brain, a heart and courage. Get ready to boo the Wicked Witch of the West as she tries to steal those faithful Ruby Slippers.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/335972343598249/
Creators Club Junior Session
Organiser: Aberdeen City Libraries
Where: Central Library, Rosemount Viaduct, AB25 1GW Aberdeen
Date: Thursday 25th October 2018
Time: 02:30PM-03:30PM
Description: A younger years version of our popular model bricks session.
An adult must be with each child for the duration of the session. Booking essential (limited places).
Please contact the Children’s Library to book on 01224 652507 or email childrenslibrary@aberdeencity.gov.uk
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/265271060983757/
Rothienorman Preschool Magic Show
Organiser: Rothienorman Pre-School
Where: Rothienorman Hall, Rothienorman, Aberdeenshire, AB51 8UD
Date: Friday 26th October 2018
Time: 10:00AM-12:00PM
Description: Rothienorman Preschool are hosting a Magic Show and Slime workshop on Friday 26th October 2018. Doors open at 10am for a 10.30am start. Tickets cost £7 per child with a snack included, under 2’s are free, adults a donation including tea, coffee and a fancy piece. Slime workshop is £1 per child. To book tickets please contact Rothienorman Preschool or Private message. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2210207409198717/
Halloween Special – Themed activity afternoon
Organiser: Grampian Transport Museum
Where: Grampian Transport Museum, Montgarrie Road, Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8AE
Date: Friday 26th October 2018
Time: 01:30PM-03:30PM
Description: Round off the school holidays with an afternoon of Halloween themed crafts, quizzes and face painting.
Special guests Punch and Judy will be here with shows at 1.45pm & 2.45pm.
Halloween costumes are optional but encouraged!
All activities are included in the standard museum admission cost.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/301629457090813/
Freaky Friday
Organiser: The Devenick Dairy
Where: The Tin-Coo Cafe, Aberdeen
Date: Friday 26th October 2018
Time: 04:00PM-06:00PM
Description: Looking for something to do with the little ones for Halloween?
Why not join us for freaky Friday on the 26th.
Includes
Soft play and disco
Milking time Live
Spooky craft stations
Creepy barn walk
Spooky snacks
And a pumpkin to take home
Booking essential
£10 per child or 2 for £18
Children to be accompanied by an adult at all times
Message or call the shop to book your space. Limited availability
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/158749575072434/
BrewDog Halloween Community Party
Where: BrewDog, Balmacassie Industrial Estate, AB41 8BX Ellon, Aberdeenshire
Date: Friday 26th October 2018
Time: 05:00PM-08:00PM
Description: Delighted to say that BrewDog are holding another spectacular Halloween Extravaganza this year at our Brewery in Ellon on Friday 26th October! The event will kick off at 5pm and will go on until 8pm
There will be lots to keep the kids (and adults) entertained, including some creepy critters, magic trick and of course the owls will be making there appearance again. We may even have a few other surprises up our sleeve!
There will be a range of beers, Lonewolf Spirits and cocktails to enjoy on the night, along with a range of soft drinks! We will have a range of amazing food on offer, and of cousre sweeties!
This will be open to all, so grab a few friends, witches and ghosts and head on down. There is no tickets required for the event.
Like last year, we will be raising money for The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association (UK)
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2348913082022305/
Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Organiser: Codonas
Where: Codonas, Beach Boulevard, AB24 5ED Aberdeen
Date: Friday 26th October 2018
Time: 06:00PM-08:00PM
Description: ***NOT-SO-SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY***
Bring along the kids in their favourite fancy dress outfits for a party that can’t be missed!
Includes
– Demon Disco
– Spooky Halloween Party Games
– Children’s Halloween Buffet
– Join the Halloween Parade
– Soft Play Fun
– Fright Party Bag on Departure
Prizes for best fancy dressed boy and girl!
Only £9.95 per child (Adults free entry – food can be purchased from the menu on the night)
Book now to avoid disappointment!
Call 01224 595910 or email our events team on sales@codonas.com
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/278219479462938/
Don’t forget you can also check out our events calendar for planning ahead with events in Aberdeen City & Shire.
