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**
NXNE.Scotland, Deeside Music Festival
Organiser: Deeside Activity Park
Where: Deeside Activity Park, A93, Dess, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire AB34 5BD
Date: Friday 1st & Saturday 2nd September 2017
Time: Friday 12:00PM – Saturday 11:30PM
Description: Here at Deeside Activity Park, on Royal Deeside we are all about providing you with first class Scottish local activities, produce and now live music with NXNE Scotland 2017!
NXNE Scotland 2017 will be held at Deeside Activity Park, with the stunning back drop of Dess Valley on Royal Deeside, just a perfect and beautiful setting for a celebration of all things NXNE!
We will have Farmer Ken showcasing his award winning Cairnton Aberdeen Angus Beef on his #Farmer Ken’s Grill outside along with Louise’s Kitchen and her rare breed hog roasts. We have also invited The Wandering Oven to come along and provide us with freshly made Pizza just the way you like it.
But not forgetting folks, we’ve also got some of the best bands from the North X North East coming to play for you all!
Friday 1st September
Wish You Were Floyd // Gerry Jablonski Band // The Lorelei // The Rowies //Miss Lucid // The Capollos // UNIFORM // Alkanes // Stasis and The NXNE Big Thing Inverness Winners – COBALT
Sat 2nd September
The Little Kicks // Bloodlines // FaR // The Cliftons // Dude Trips // Sonic Bucker // GypsyRoots // Broadsea // Gordon James and the Power // Paul Anderson // Lee Taylor // The Deportees // Scott Wallace // Danny Mortimer// Connor Clark // Flaxman // Sara Bills & The Hasbeens // Leanne Smith //NEIL MORRISON // Marley Ann // Madam Tsunami // Deadloss Superstarand The NXNE Big Thing Aberdeen Winners – DISWÆD
NXNE Scotland 2017 will be held at Deeside Activity Park, with the stunning back drop of Dess Valley on Royal Deeside, a beautiful setting for a celebration of all things NXNE!
Original 106 FM // Stagecoach Bus // NXNE Scotland // Deeside Activity Park // Captain Toms // Fat Hippy Records // Matt Jolly Photography //Whitebox Studio
Website: https://www.facebook.com/DeesideMusicFestival/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/335395156825530
7th Aberdeen Art Fair
Organiser: Aberdeen Art Fair
Where: Beach Ballroom, Aberdeen AB24 5NR
Date: Friday 1st – Sunday 3rd September 2017
Time: Friday Preview Evening 6.00pm – 9.00pm – Click For Details
Saturday 10.00am – 6.00pm | Sunday 10.00am – 5.00pm
Description: The Friday will be a Preview Evening for adults only, with tickets priced at £9 plus booking fee, offering guests live music, courtesy of the Gypsy Jazz Trio, and complimentary champagne.
Saturday and Sunday Adults £3.00
Children under 15 Free.
Free Childrens Arts Club on Sat/Sun.
FREE CAR PARKING
For further information, including a full list of exhibitors, visit http://www.aberdeenartfair.co.uk
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1986839264932514
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Bat Evening
Organiser: Haddo House & Country Park
Where: Haddo House, Methlick, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 7EQ
Date: Friday 1st September 2017
Time: 7:15PM – 8:45PM
Description: Learn more about bats and their world, then watch the bats fly out of their roost for a night’s feeding.
Children £5.00
Booking essential. Aimed at families and children aged 7-11 years
For more information and to book visit http://www.nts.org.uk
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1920020128322818
Braemar Gathering 2017
Organiser: Braemar Gathering
Where: Princess Royal & Duke of Fife Memorial Park, Broombank Terrace, Braemar, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5YX
Date: Saturday 2nd September 2017
Time: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Description: The Gathering starts at 9am and finishes around 5pm. All competitions are held under the societies regulations. General information about the gathering can be found HERE
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/braemargathering/
Cruden Bay Gala
Organiser: Cruden Bay Community Association
Where: Cruden Bay, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire AB42 0LZ
Date: Saturday 2nd September 2017
Time: 12:00PM – 4:00PM
Description: Mill Park, Cruden Bay 12 noon until 4pm. Fun and entertainment for all the family! Free entry!
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/680147028858068
Huntly Hairst Food Festival
Organiser: Huntly Hairst
Where: Huntly Hairst, Huntly Square, Huntly, Aberdeenshire AB54 8BR
Date: Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd September 2017
Time: 9:00AM – 4:00PM
Description: Huntly Hairst Food Festival featuring a farmers market with 50+ local food & drink stalls, streetfood, crafts and cookery demonstrations.
Other events over the weekend include a coffee morning, children’s Harry Potter Tea Party, 2017 – Room to Run races, bouncy castle, gardening events, book launches, discussions, Tesco charity dog show, open day at Greenmyres farm and various other related events in the town centre.
Free entry to most events. see website http://www.huntlyhairst.co.uk for more details.
Keep an eye on the ever-growing stalls list on the Facebook event page.
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1341932715885403
Coastal Play
Organiser: Bettridge Centre
Where: Bettridge Centre, Coastal Park, Newtonhill, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire AB39 3UL
Date: Saturday 2nd September 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.
Website: http://www.bettridgecentre.org.uk/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1282143361882993
Bucksburn & Newhills Community Gala
Organiser: Beacon & Bucksburn Community Association
Where: Beacon & Bucksburn Community Association, Kepplehills Road, Aberdeen AB21 9PL
Date: Saturday 2nd September 2017
Time: 10:00AM – 4:00PM
Description: Fun family Community Gala.
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/266156583873473
Free Positive Birth Meeting
Organiser: Susanne Grant – International Life & Healing Coach
Where: Books and Beans, 22 Belmont Street, Aberdeen AB101JH
Date: Saturday 2nd September 2017
Time: 11:00AM – 12:30PM
Description: The Positive Birth Movement believes that communication is the key to shaking up birth. By coming together, in real life and online, and sharing experiences, feelings, knowledge and wisdom, women can take back childbirth. That’s why Aberdeen mums come together once per month to share their positive experiences about childbirth/parenting.
Our group is free to attend and we welcome all expectant couples, birth professionals/workers and babies/children. Space is limited so if you would like to join us please confirm your spot asap!
We are meeting at: Books and Beans | Barbers Area
More information:
Positive Birth Movement Aberdeen
http://grantmethod.wixsite.com/pbmaberdeen
https://www.facebook.com/groups/PBMAberdeen
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1487034498051541
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Aberdeen Ministry of Crafts September Market
Organiser: Aberdeen Ministry of Crafts
Where: Methodist Church, 8 Crown Terrace, Aberdeen AB11 6HE
Date: Saturday 2nd September 2017
Time: 11:00AM – 4:00PM
Description: This Saturday AMoC is back with over 20 stalls showcasing talented local independent makers. Help us spread the word. Invite your friends and share the event with those who you think would enjoy our Monthly Boutique Craft & Design Event.
It’s FREE entry, OPEN 11am – 4pm.
You can find us in the Methodist Church Crown Terrace, Just 5mins from Union Street.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/AberdeenMOC/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1885098888476952
Chicken Run at Belmont Filmhouse
Organiser: Belmont Filmhouse
Where: Belmont Filmhouse, 49 Belmont St, Aberdeen AB10 1JS
Date: Saturday 2nd September 2017
Time: 11:00AM – 12:30PM
Description: A stop-motion classic from Wallace and Gromit creators Aardman Animations, Chicken Run is Toy Story meets The Great Escape, as a group of caged farm chickens try to flee the coop before the scheming Mrs Tweedy and her oafish husband turn them into chicken pies. With the flash ‘flying rooster’ Rocky arriving suddenly in their midst, they soon hatch an elaborate plan to soar to freedom…
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/117231405559335
Nuart Street Art Tour – Every Saturday September 11.30AM Free
Organiser: Nuart Aberdeen
Where: The Green, Aberdeen AB11 6AD
Date: Saturday 2nd September 2017
Time: 11:30AM – 2:30PM
Description: Nuart Street Art Walking Tour – Every Saturday in September and its Free
Departure Point: Outisde Cafe Contour on The Green (Merchant Quarter).
Get the full Nuart Aberdeen experience with our dedicated tour guide on one of our walking tours!
The tour will ensure you see the smaller, hidden artworks as well as the larger murals created for this year’s festival.
Find out more about the artists that took part and their inspiration for the work they created!
Website: http://www.nuartaberdeen.co.uk/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1810595855919226
Granite City Brass Band Concert
Organiser: The Gordon Highlanders Museum
Where: The Gordon Highlanders Museum, St. Luke’s, Viewfield Road, Aberdeen AB15 7XH
Date: Saturday 2nd September 2017
Time: 2:00PM – 4:00PM
Description: The wonderful Granite City Brass have agreed to play a concert in the beautiful surroundings of the Museum’s memorial gardens with all profits going to the Museum’s Fundraising campaign.
Playing traditional tunes as well as a few well known war movie themes, the concert will certainly be an enjoyable afternoon whatever the weather!!
Come and support the Museum and have a great afternoon out with the whole family.
Please bring along a picnic blanket or chair to enjoy the concert on our lawn.
Adult Tickets £5 p/p
Kids go FREE!
Buy your tickets here or, subject to availability, on the door
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1204133213048321
Whiterashes Family Fun Day!
Organiser: Whiterashes Community Hall
Where: Whiterashes Community Hall, Whiterashes, Aberdeen AB21 0QP
Date: Saturday 2nd September 2017
Time: 3:00:PM – 11:59PM
Description: Come along to the Whiterashes Community Hall Family Funday. BBQ, Bouncy Castle, Bungee Run, Licensed Bar, Games, Popcorn and Candy, Facepainting. Pay as you go. All Welcome!
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1522937664395911
Kingswells Church – Ceilidh in aid of Charlie House
Organiser: Charlie House HQ
Where: Kingswells Community Centre
Date: Saturday 2nd September 2017
Time: 6:30:PM – 9:30PM
Description: An event for the whole community!. Come and have a dance and eat some food together with friends. It’s going to be so much fun. This year we are delighted to support our local Charity Charlie House, so come ready to take part in some fundraising fun, including Head & Tails!
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1941087376107073
OPEN DAY
Organiser: World Horse Welfare Belwade Farm
Where: World Horse Welfare Belwade Farm, A93, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire AB34 5BJ
Date: Sunday 3rd September 2017
Time: 11:00AM – 4:00PM
Description: Our Belwade Farm Open day promises to be a fun day out for the whole family to enjoy, celebrating 90 years of World Horse Welfare.
On the day you can watch our many demonstrators who will be in our indoor area. Some of these will include Equestrian Vaulters from Kinross Vaulting Group, Icelandic Ponies, Western Riding, Riding Club, Scotland Mounted Unit, Pauline Kidd, Equestrian Performance Specialist, our Belwade residents will be showing you what they can do with our Physio Kim Gunstone.
Check out the Facebook event page below to find out about all the activities happening during the day.
Tickets are currently available to purchase from the visitor centre at Belwade Farm. You can also purchase tickets by calling 013398 85398 or emailing lisagardiner@worldhorsewelfare.org.
Ticket prices are £10 for a family (2 adults & maximum of 3 children), £3 per adult and £2 per child with under 1 year olds going free of charge.
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1162591350554322
BFLF Aberdeen Launch! With DJ TEZ “Mermaids and Pirates” theme
Organiser: Big Fish Little Fish
Where: The Assembly Aberdeen, 3 Skene Terrace, Aberdeen AB10 1RN
Date: Sunday 3rd September 2017
Time: 2:00PM – 4:30PM
Description: What kind of fun are we going to have?
DJ TEZ- Aberdeen’s long standing DnB warrior of Jungle Nation | Come dressed for our ‘Mermaids and Pirates’ theme!
Licensed bar | Club lighting | Craft area with themed crafts
Play area with tents and tunnels | Giant colouring-in mural
Babies-only safe space with soft mats, sofas and ball-pool (*upstairs) | Parachute dance
Glowsticks and transfer tattoos | Bubble machine
And the practicalities:
*PLEASE NOTE NO BUGGIES ARE PERMITTED INSIDE THE EVENT – We have limited buggy parking which you will be directed to (please note our overflow buggy parking is upstairs) , and would encourage the use of slings where possible
Parents must remain responsible for their children at all time | Sound levels monitored to be safe for even the smallest ears
This is a standing/dancing event with limited seating. Please contact us if you have mobility issues.
* Please be prepared for the event to be busy – it is a rave!
* The event is conducted indoors with club lighting (no strobes), when entering please allow a few minutes for your eyes to adjust. Please no running!
Tickets – Adult £8.00, Child £6.00, Pre-Walking Infant Free (But still requires a ticket)
Website: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bflf-aberdeen-launch-mermaids-pirates-with-dj-tez-tickets-34714785859
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/288376541619149
Learn to Build & Program Robots using LEGO Mindstorms
Organiser: Wacky Bots
Where: Aberdeen Science Centre, 179 Constitution St, Aberdeen AB24 5TU
Date: Sunday 3rd September 2017
Time: 2:00PM – 4:00PM
Description: Digital learning is essential for the future generation.
There are several ways to learn to code. However, making robots that actually respond to your code is arguably the most inspiring. Your child could be inspired to a future in robotics, game development or app creation.
During this fun and interactive four session workshop, kids aged 9-14 will create a simple programmable robot using the LEGO Mindstorms kit. This robot will gradually become more complex as its functionality broadens with the addition of various sensors and motorised mechanisms. Programming will use the LEGO Mindstorms software.
This is a fantastic opportunity to strengthen STEM skills in the most exciting way. Participants gain a strong foundation in computational thinking. LEGO Mindstorms is a versatile system used in many schools around the world and is popular for the First LEGO League.
Dates: Every Sunday from 3rd – 24th September | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
The cost is for all four sessions. That’s eight hours of robotics!
Wacky Bots is a Children’s University Learning Destination and this activity is endorsable on any Children’s University passport.
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/757044504472099
Fresh Art – creative indoor + outdoor classes for kids age 9-12
Organiser: The Barn
Where: The Barn, Burn o Bennie, Banchory, Aberdeen AB31 5QA
Date: Monday 4th September 2017
Time: 4:45PM – 6:15PM
Description: FRESH ART
Mondays 4.45pm – 6.15pm | Ages 9-12
4 September, 11 September, 18 September, 25 September, 2 October
Our after school art programme Fresh Art is back this September! Get the kids outdoors and creative after their school day with artist Katie Ward. Participants will work both indoors and outdoors using the natural environment and our Wild Garden as inspiration to create artworks that will be displayed in a mini exhibition.
Students will explore different techniques and mediums each week such as printmakig, collage and watercolour. A superb block of classes, not to be missed!
£35 per block of five classes
Website: https://www.thebarnarts.co.uk/learning/workshops/?p=workshops/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2029161607311962
Parent & Baby/Toddler Storytelling Sessions
Organiser: Castle Fraser Garden & Estate
Where: Castle Fraser Garden & Estate, Sauchen, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire AB51 7LD
Date: Wednesday 6th September 2017
Time: 9:30AM – 10:10AM
Description: Our parent and baby/toddler storytelling sessions will be held the first Wednesday of every month.
£2 per adults | Babies/toddlers go free
There are limited spaces available for these sessions. Please call 01330 833463 to book your space
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1626081880765251
September Sling + Nappy Library And Meet
Organiser: NCT Aberdeen City & Shire
Where: Methodist Church, 8 Crown Terrace, Aberdeen AB11 6HE
Date: Wednesday 6th September 2017
Time: 10:00AM – 12:00PM
Description: Join us for a morning of sling support, hires, chat and cakes at our September Sling Library.
For full information on hiring a sling, or to ask questions, join http://www.facebook.com/groups/nctaberdeenslinglibrary
Our new cloth nappy library volunteers will also be joining us to help parents find a cloth nappy solution for them! Hires are available and you can join the Nappy group here NCT Aberdeen Nappy Library
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/337440213351742
Messy Play Macduff – Big Birthday Bash Party!
Organiser: Mess Around North Aberdeenshire
Where: Macduff Town Hall, 19 Shore St, Macduff, Aberdeenshire AB44 1UB
Date: Wednesday 6th September 2017
Time: 10:30AM – 11:30:AM
Description: Hip hip hooray!! It’s Mess Arounds Special Day! We’re celebrating our FIFTH birthday with a Big Birthday Bash Party! As well as all the messy Party classics such as cake, jelly and ice cream, celebrate in messy style with our most popular activities from throughout the year. Dance around to all the funky favourites on our Party playlist whilst the little one get MESSY!!
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1173007506166517
After School STEM Club
Organiser: Aberdeen Science Centre
Where: Aberdeen Science Centre, 179 Constitution St, Aberdeen AB24 5TU
Date: Wednesday 6th September 2017
Time: 4:00PM – 5:30PM
Description: Our STEM club is back with exciting after school sessions this September! Join us as we explore the world of science, technology, engineering and maths in a fun, hands-on and inspiring way!
Members will get to explore many STEM areas and at the end of the 6 weeks take part in a special family challenge and quiz.
The club runs every Wednesday 4-5.30pm from 6th September. Places are limited and are allocated on a first come first served basis. To book, email STEMclub@ASC.scot or phone 01224 640340. See below for more info on this exciting club!
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WHAT IS STEM CLUB?
STEM club offers children aged 7-11 a fun and inspiring way to engage with Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths. Each session includes hands-on activities themed around a STEM topic. Sessions are delivered by Aberdeen Science Centre staff. Academic and industry professionals periodically participate to share their knowledge and passion.
SCHEDULE AND FORMAT OF SESSIONS
Schedule: the first session will be held on Wednesday 6 September. There are 6 weekly sessions running each Wednesday until 11 October.
Hours: sessions will be held from 4:00 PM to 5:30 AM.
Members: Up to 15 members will participate in planned activities under the supervision of our STEM Club Leaders.
Guardians: It is recommended that parents/guardians drop members at the Centre and pick them up at the end of the session. Alternatively, parents/guardians can wait in The Tramsheds Coffee Shop or stay with children if preferred or required by the needs of the child.
Programme: We will cover a variety of STEM topics.
PRICE AND BOOKING
The membership fee is £39. Membership includes:
– Participation in 6 exclusive STEM activity sessions at ASC
– A snack and drink during each session
To book, call us on 01224 640340 or send us an email at STEMClub@ASC.scot
Website: http://aberdeensciencecentre.org/
Facebook Page/Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1369829446464900
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