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**
Messy Play Sessions – Cove
Organiser: Messy Moments
Where: Altens Community Centre, Aberdeen
Date: Friday 3rd August 2018
Time: 09:00AM – 10:00AM
Description: Come join in the messy fun! Spaghetti, jelly, rice, ice cream and lots more.
Please arrive 15 minutes early for sign in. We hope to see you soon – £5.50 per child / £3.50 per sibling/friend when booked with a full paying child, per session. Only £30/£50 when booking all 6 sessions.
Book via private messaging us or emailing fun@messymoments.co.uk.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1694392633977581/
Messy Play Peterhead – SUPERMESS!
Organiser: Mess Around Aberdeenshire
Where: Rescue Hall, Peterhead, Aberdeenshrie AB42 1QE
Date: Friday 3rd August 2018
Time: 10:30AM-11:30AM
Description: Ka-pow! Put on your hero capes and fly along to our BRAND NEW Supermess Party! Come along and save the world with your little super hero’s. With Hulk Smash Gelli Baff, Batman Rice, Joker Jelly and lots more! Little ones can squelch, pour, mix and get messy till their hearts content. All you have to do is come along and MESS AROUND and leave the cleaning up to us!
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/639147683107380/
The Teddy bears’ Weekend
Organiser: Keith & Dufftown Railway Association
Where: Keith And Dufftown Railway, Dufftown, Aberdeen AB55 4
Date: Friday 3rd August 2018
Time: 11:00AM-05:00PM
Description: Good morning All – are you surviving this heat? Phew… Our next event is The Teddy Bears’ Weekend, held over the days of 3 – 5 August. There is no extra charge for this event, just bring the little ones along, complete with their Teddies of course… and have fun on the train. See y’all?
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/222850628326822/
Old Aberdeen’s Historical Secrets Mini Tour
Organiser: Hidden Aberdeen Tours
Where: Elphinstone Hall, 21 High Street, Aberdeen
Date: Friday 3rd August 2018
Time: 01:00PM-02:00PM
Description: A zip through Old Aberdeen’s history comparing the 20th century and medieval quadrangles, hearing the stories of Elphinstone Hall, New Kings and Kings College; visit the hidden remains of the Snow Kirk and the tales attached to the Powis estate represented today by the impressive gates which replicated the former towers in the old quad.
One of our series of mini tours suitable for all
Start: Outside Elphinstone Hall, Kings Lawn, Old Aberdeen
End: Kings Quad
Starts: 2pm
Duration: Approx. 1 hour
PLEASE ARRIVE ON TIME. If you have not booked in advance, please note it is CASH ONLY, we have no facilities to accept cards on an actual tour.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/397910644062814/
Sessions Beer & Gin Festival 2018 – Family Fun Day on Sunday
Organiser: Sessions Beer & Gin Festival
Where:Hazlehead Park, Aberdeen AB15 8BJ
Date: Friday 3rd – Sunday 5th August 2018
Time: Friday 4PM – 11.30PM, Saturday 12.00PM – 11.30PM & Sunday 12.00PM – 9.00PM
Description: Sessions Festival, Aberdeen’s outdoor craft beer, gin and music festival returns after a successful debut last year.
Ready to rock the city again this summer, the three-day gathering will take place again at Hazlehead Park on Friday 3rd, Saturday 4th and a Family Fun Day on Sunday the 5th of August. A host of live music acts including Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Carpets are set to return along with leading ‘street food’ vendors.
Already picking up momentum, tickets are selling fast and you can snap early bird tickets up now. Tickets are priced at £20 Friday (+ booking fee), £27.50 Saturday (+ booking fee) per person £15 Sunday (+ booking fee) per person.
Family Tickets are also available for Sunday.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/224022324853525/
Free! Maritime Makers
Organiser: Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museums
Where: Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Shiprow, Aberdeen AB11 5BY
Date: Saturday 4th August 2018
Time: 10:00AM-12:00PM
Description: Afternoon sessions are drop-in, all welcome – no need to book
Fun, free, maritime-themed craft activities led by experienced makers. All materials provided.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
10am-12 noon: (suitable for 3-12 yrs)
Booking required for the morning sessions.
2-4pm: (3-12 yrs)
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/557832084617216/
Dig the Past at Crathes Castle
Organiser: Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate
Where: Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 5
Date: Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th August 2018
Time: 10:00AM-04:00PM
Description: Fancy being an archaeologist for the day? Crathes Castle is the place to be!
After last year’s success, we will be digging in front of the castle to see if we can find old remains of medieval activity.
Join our NTS Archaeologist for a weekend of excavation and start digging up the past!
No experience necessary, open to all ages and abilities and all tools will be provided.
Please don’t forget to wear warm, waterproof clothing and suitable footwear for digging.
Cost: £5 per family | £3 per person
Joint ticket: Want the chance to dig at Crathes Castle (4th & 5th August) and Castle Fraser (11th & 12th August) then this ticket is for you! – £8 per family | £5 per person
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2108583832488033/
Aboyne Highland Games
Organiser: Urban Pirate
Where: Aboyne, Aberdeenshire
Date: Saturday 4th August 2018
Time: 11:00AM-05:00PM
Description: A warm welcome and a cracking family-friendly day out! With traditional heavy athletic events like tug-o-war and the caber toss, as well as Highland dance competitions, track and field events, and piping, the games are a spectacle like no other. And it all takes place against a scenic Scottish backdrop.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/222273168557063/
Flowers Foxes and Pill Boxes – Guided Walk
Organiser: Aberdeenshire Council Ranger Service and The Sand Bothy
Where: Balmedie Country Park, Aberdeenshire
Date: Saturday 4th August 2018
Time: 11:00AM-01:00PM
Description: A walk with the Formartine Ranger
Free event but booking is essential. An introduction to Balmedie Beach; why does this place have sand dunes when so many parts of our coast don’t’. Find out about this place – its history, the flowers, the birds and animals that live here – where the forces of land and sea have created a highly unusual environment. At the end refreshments will be available at The Sand Bothy.
Meet at The Sand Bothy
To book, contact The Formartine Ranger 07786021780
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/249056739028699/
Halymyres Open Day
Organiser: Halymyres Stables
Where: Halymyres Stables, Dunnottar, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire AB39 2TT
Date: Saturday 4th August 2018
Time: 11:00AM-03:00PM
Description: Halymyres open day this year will be on Saturday the 4th August from 11-3pm, lots of activities and a fun day out for all
£10 per car (This includes all activities)
Pony Rides * Bouncy Castle * Quiz * Face Painting * Pets Corner * Carriage Rides * Raffle / Wet Sponge Throwing
Home bakes, Soup, Sandwiches, Tea, coffee, juice available on the day!
Our photographer Julie Adams (Red Photography) will be here taking pictures on the day.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2046733988936084/
Aladdin at Belmont Filmhouse
Organiser: Belmont Film House
Where: Belmont Filmhouse, Belmont Street 49, Aberdeen AB101
Date: Saturday 4th August 2018
Time: 11:00AM-12:35PM
Description: Poor Aladdin looks longingly at the Sultan’s luxurious castle, and dreams of living inside, but Princess Jasmine wants only to escape that pampered life. Finally, she does run away, only to discover how hard life on the streets can be.
Aladdin comes to her rescue, and soon the two have fallen in love. But how can a beggar marry the sultan’s daughter? His only hope lies in a magic lamp from the Cave of Wonders and a wisecracking genie (the great Robin Williams) who can grant three magical wishes.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/213268679526833/
Family Roller Disco
Organiser: United SK8S
Where: Beach Leisure Centre, Aberdeen AB24 5NR
Date: Saturday 4th August 2018
Time: 03:00PM-05:00PM
Description: Aberdeen, save the date 4-8-18! We are looking forward to rolling back into the fantastic Beach Leisure Centre for another fab Family Roller Disco. Skates for hire and great music to skate to. Bring friends and family and try something new, laugh while you learn together and keep fit while doing so! Let’s Roll Aberdeen!
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/250067672215158/
Going In Style (12A)
Organiser: Ballater Victoria Week
Where: Victoria And Albert Halls, Ballater, Aberdeenshire
Date: Saturday 4th August 2018
Time: 07:00PM-10:00PM
Description: Desperate to pay the bills and come through for their loved ones, three lifelong pals risk it all by embarking on a daring bid to knock off the very bank that absconded with their money. Starring Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman.
Ticket price £13 includes a sumptuous and now famous buffet! Proceeds in aid of Crathie Opportunity Holidays.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/243873899494390/
FAMILY SHORTS & SHADES SUMMER DISCO
Organiser: Kinellar Community Hall
Where: Kinellar Community Hall, Aberdeenshire
Date: Saturday 4th August 2018
Time: 07:30PM-10:30PM
Description: Family Shorts & Shades Disco!!
Come along and join the fun!
Great way to catch up with friends during the summer holidays!
On the night there will be on sale inflatables, tuck shop and SLIME!!!
PHOTOBOOTH ON THE NIGHT! BYOB!
Ticket price: £10 per family ticket (2 adults 2 kids) | £4 per single adult | £2 per single child.
ALL CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT!!
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/314778929058366/
Turriff Show 2018
Organiser: Turriff Show
Where: Turriff Showground, Queens Road, Aberdeen
Date: Sunday 5th August 2018
Time: 09:00AM-05:00PM
Description: Scotland’s biggest two day agricultural event will take place on Sunday 5th and Monday 6th August 2018. With over 1,500 classes from cattle to highland dancing and rabbits to heavy horses there is something for everyone.
A fun day out for all the family to enjoy with activities and events including;
Ringside Entertainment | Livestock | Highland Dancing | Fun Fair | Food and Drink Hall | Trade Stands | Kids Races | Pets Parade and much much more!!
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/284911948711757/
Children’s Bookclub
Organiser: Waterstones Aberdeen
Where: Waterstones, 3-7 Union Bridge, Aberdeen AB11 6BG
Date: Sunday 5th August 2018
Time: 11:00AM-12:00PM
Description: This time we’re reading The Storm Keeper’s Island by Catherine Doyle, a fantastic tale of magic and adventure and our pick for the Children’s Book of the Month in July!
See you then at 11am in the cafe.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/485672885212549/
Peterhead fire station open day
Organiser: Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Where: SFRS Peterhead Fire Station
Date: Sunday 5th August 2018
Time: 11:00AM-04:00PM
Description: Stalls, demonstrations and much more – fun for all the family!
Money raised going to The Fire Fighters Charity and other local charities.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/428885430854626/
MG Classic Car Show
Organiser: Drum Castle Garden & Estate
Where: Drum Castle, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 5
Date: Sunday 5th August 2018
Time: 12:00PM-04:00PM
Description: From the 1920s to the present day, MGs have been loved as the definition of the British sports car.
Why not bring the family along to beautiful Drum Castle to see these extraordinary vehicles first hand, and to appreciate the evolution of the classic Morris Garage’s sports car design!
Adults £4, Children/Cons £2 and Family (2 adults and up to 4 children) £10
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/189650851630500/
Family Roller Disco, Fraserburgh
Organiser: United SK8S
Where: Fraserburgh Leisure Centre, Aberdeenshire
Date: Sunday 5th August 2018
Time: 12:00PM-02:00PM
Description: Another SK8 Date for the diary Fraserburgh, 5-8-18 /12-2pm! We had such a great time with you last time, so we decided to do it all again! Skates for hire and great music to skate to, it’s time to join us at our Family Roller Disco and take on a new challenge, have fun together and skate away those blues. Let’s Roll Fraserburgh!
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1722178284556658/
Owl and Pussycat
Organiser: Stonehaven Heated Open Air Pool
Where: Stonehaven Heated Open Air Pool, Queen Elizabeth Park, Stonehaven
Time: 02:00PM-04:00PM
Description: The Owl and the Pussycat – one of the kids’ entertainment events this summer at the pool. Held under cover in the Green Room beside the paddling pool. No additional charge, just buy or use your usual pool tickets.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/386462581872355/
Family Summer Party with Quirky Discos
Organiser: Quirky Discos
Where: Bettridge Centre, Greystone Pl, Newtonhill, Aberdeenshire AB39 3UL
Date: Sunday 5th August 2018
Time: 02:00PM-04:00PM
Description: Join us with Quirky Discos for a high energy, fun filled summer-time party & bust some cool moves on the dance floor! Non-stop music, party dances and games. Fancy dress optional!
Tickets £2 or £6 for a family of four, available from the centre. No unaccompanied children please.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/247162212777116/
Peter Rabbit Movie Screening
Organiser: Huntly and District Ex-Servicemen’s Club
Where: Huntly and District Ex-Servicemen’s Club, 59 Gordon Street, Huntly, Aberdeenshire
Date: Sunday 5th August 2018
Time: 02:00PM-05:00PM
Description: Free entry – donations to club funds welcome
Drinks and snacks on sale (Please don’t bring your own)
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/355099841666465/
Free Face Painting
Organiser: DogTap & Candy Skulls Face painting
Where: DogTap, BrewDog PLC, Ellon, Aberdeenshire
Date: Sunday 5th August 2018
Time: 02:00PM-04:00PM
Description: We’re welcoming back the amazing Candy Skullz to provide more awesome face painting for your little ones or little ones at heart!
Come on down and enjoy a pint while they’re getting painted!
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1730997790359336/
Kids Club Arts and Crafts!! // Bonobo Cafe with Bee Struthers
Organiser: Bonobo Cafe
Where: Bonobo Cafe, 73-75 Skene Street, AB10 1QD Aberdeen
Date: Monday 6th August 2018
Time: 09:30AM-11:30AM
Description: We are working together with Bee Struthers Fine Art to introduce a more refined, and different children’s art class for children between the ages of 5 and 12 to get involved with this summer!
Each class will entail a different project and they are as follows:
Monday 6th of August: Hapa Zome Wall Hanging. This is a traditional Japanese leaf hammering technique used to create unique wall hangings.
Monday 13th of August: Torn Paper Collage Animals. Using images for reference, magazines will be torn up and glued together to create an animal of choice on card.
Monday 20th of August: Fruit and Veg Printing. Using cut up different pieces of fruit and veg dipped in paint, large paintings will be created using the method of printing.
All of these classes are incredibly interactive and produce large pieces of work to take home at the end, and are suitable for the ages of 5-12 years old.
Rebecca from Bee Struthers Fine Art will be holding all the workshops and is completely PVG certified. However we do ask that parents remain on the premises while the class is underway, there will be teas, coffees, and cakes available to purchase from the cafe. Then, the cafe itself will be open from 12pm with our full lunch menu.
To book a slot into the class of choice, please contact the Bonobo Facebook page with all spaces to be paid in full before the class.
We really hope you’re as excited as we are, we are hoping to work closely with Bee Struthers Fine Art in the future so watch this space!
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/228327701119875/
Looking for ideas on how to keep the kids entertained over the 6 weeks summer holidays? Then why not check out our 60 Ideas for 6 Weeks Summer Holidays post.
Pop-Up Charity Shop
Organiser: The Cornerstone Foundation
Where: 346 George Street, Aberdeen, AB25 1
Date: Monday 6th August 2018
Time: 10:00AM-05:00PM
Description: Grab your cash and get down to the George Street shop in Aberdeen and grab a bargain! We’re open for one week only – don’t miss out.
If you’d like to donate good quality items for sale, drop them off at the George Street shop on Sunday 5th August between 2pm and 4pm or at the Aberdeen Office before noon on Friday 3rd August. Sorry we cannot accept electrical items.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/250368282227507/
Engineers to the Rescue
Organiser: Aberdeen Science Centre
Where: Aberdeen Science Centre, 179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen AB24 5TU
Date: Monday 6th August 2018
Time: 10:30AM-12:30PM
Description: A week long summer club focused on Engineering. Members will work together in small groups to put their problem solving skills to the test as they try and come up with solutions to real world natural disasters.
For ages 9 – 12. To book email stemclub@asc.scot
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/191669941658759/
Mischief Makers Summer Reading Challenge at Northfield Library
Organiser: Aberdeen City Libraries
Where: Northfield Library, Aberdeen
Date: Monday 6th August 2018
Time: 02:30PM-03:30PM
Description: Join us for a Summer Reading Challenge themed story and craft session
Age 4-12 Years
Booking essential.
Take part in the Tesco Bank Summer Reading Challenge Scotland during the holidays. This year we’ll celebrate 80 years of The Beano with children following clues to explore Beanotown, meeting old favourites including Dennis and Gnasher and helping them find mysterious buried treasure!
Read books from any Aberdeen City Library and receive rewards along the way throughout the holidays. Join in the fun at one of these special events for children taking part in the Challenge.
The Challenge is suitable for children aged 4-12. Children under 4 can take part in a mini Challenge and collect a special Bookbug medal and certificate.
To book, call 01224 695014 or email NorthfieldLibrary@aberdeencity.gov.uk.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/189314648437076/
Mischief Makers Summer Reading Challenge at Culter Library
Organiser: Aberdeen City Libraries
Where: Culter Library, Aberdeen
Date: Monday 6th August 2018
Time: 02:30PM-03:30PM
Description: Join us for a Summer Reading Challenge themed story and craft session
Age 4-12 Years
Booking essential.
Take part in the Tesco Bank Summer Reading Challenge Scotland during the holidays. This year we’ll celebrate 80 years of The Beano with children following clues to explore Beanotown, meeting old favourites including Dennis and Gnasher and helping them find mysterious buried treasure!
Read books from any Aberdeen City Library and receive rewards along the way throughout the holidays. Join in the fun at one of these special events for children taking part in the Challenge.
The Challenge is suitable for children aged 4-12. Children under 4 can take part in a mini Challenge and collect a special Bookbug medal and certificate.
To book, call 01224 732587 or email CulterLibrary@aberdeencity.gov.uk .
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2129323670659424/
Music in the Museum
Organiser: Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museums
Where: Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Shiprow, Aberdeen AB11 5BY
Date: Tuesday 7th August 2018
Time: 10:00AM-10:45AM
Description: Enjoy songs, rhythm games and the chance to create your own sounds in this fun session led by a professional musician – a great introduction to music making.
£3 + booking free
Children must be accompanied at all times during the event.
Tickets are required for each participating child.
10-10.45am (suitable for 3-5 yrs)
11.30am-12.30pm (suitable for 5-8 yrs)
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/629738790714004/
Summer Lego workshop booking essential
Organiser: Beacon & Bucksburn Community Association
Where: Beacon & Bucksburn Community Association, Kepplehills Road, Aberdeen AB21 9PL
Date: Tuesday 7th August 2018
Time: 10:00AM-02:00PM
Description: BOOKING ESSENTIAL
This workshop will be capped to 20 children.
Come along and have fun there will be a minifigure design challenges and free build. Prizes for best minifigure.
Open to everyone of all ages. If a child under 5 is attending a parent/ career would be asked to stay with your child.
£5.00 per child.
Please bring pack lunch and snacks.
To book please email; bbclaenquiries@gmail.com
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1448393818600191/
Bing Live – Aberdeen
Organiser: Bing Live
Where: His Majesty’s Theatre, Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen AB25 1GL
Date: Tuesday 7th August 2018
Time: 01:00PM-02:15PM
Description: Calling all Bingsters! Bing and his friends are coming to Aberdeen in the first ever Bing stage show!
Join Bing, Sula, Coco and Pando as they find out how to tell stories by pretending, dressing-up and singing songs. Flop and Amma are there to help, but in this exciting world of make-believe things don’t always go according to plan
Don’t miss the chance to see your little one’s face as their favourite characters are brought to life in this brand-new show. Full of fun, laughter and music, Bing Live! is the perfect first theatre trip for pre-schoolers and their families.
Going to the theatre’s a Bing thing!
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All children over the age of 6 months will need a child ticket. There is no ticket required for children under 6 months.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/141600409851126/
Bobs Buddies – come and meet the owls!
Organiser: Bob’s Buddies
Where: Bettridge Centre, Greystone Pl, Newtonhill, Aberdeenshire AB39 3UL
Date: Tuesday 7th August 2018
Time: 02:00PM-03:00PM
Description: Come and meet the beautiful owls from Bobs Buddies. In this session you’ll learn more about the birds and get to see them up close and get a photo opportunity. Suitable for all ages!
For more information about Bobs Buddies, please visit their Facebook page or their website at http://www.bobsbuddies.co.uk
Tickets are £3 and are available in advance from the centre or on the door.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2201902123416113/
Mischief Maker Summer Reading Challenge at Torry Library
Organiser: Aberdeen City Libraries
Where: Torry Library, Aberdeen
Date: Tuesday 7th August 2018
Time: 02:30PM-03:30PM
Description: Join us for a Summer Reading Challenge themed story and craft session
Age 4-12 Years
Booking essential.
Take part in the Tesco Bank Summer Reading Challenge Scotland during the holidays. This year we’ll celebrate 80 years of The Beano with children following clues to explore Beanotown, meeting old favourites including Dennis and Gnasher and helping them find mysterious buried treasure!
Read books from any Aberdeen City Library and receive rewards along the way throughout the holidays. Join in the fun at one of these special events for children taking part in the Challenge.
The Challenge is suitable for children aged 4-12. Children under 4 can take part in a mini Challenge and collect a special Bookbug medal and certificate.
To book, call 01224 879037 or email TorryLibrary@aberdeencity.gov.uk
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2035559916705651/
Signed Stories for Families at Northfield Library
Organiser: Aberdeen City Libraries
Where: Northfield Library Aberdeen
Date: Tuesday 7th August 2018
Time: 02:30PM-03:15PM
Description: Join us for a Signed Stories for Families session at Northfield Library on Tuesday 7 August. The session, using British Sign Language, runs from 2.30 – 3.15pm. No booking required.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/273188630096877/
Robertson Family Days
Organiser: Aberdeen Science Centre
Where: Aberdeen Science Centre, 179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen AB24 5TU
Date: Wednesday 8th August 2018
Time: 10:00AM-04:00PM
Description: Robertson will host two construction family fun days at ASC exploring everything building related!
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/260479931193811/
Sci-Fi Day
Organiser: Grampian Transport Museum
Where: Grampian Transport Museum, Montgarrie Road, Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8AE
Date: Wednesday 8th August 2018
Time: 12:00PM-04:00PM
Description: Calling all Sci-Fi fans! Join us for a day of Sci-Fi quizzes, special guests and more.
Costumes encouraged!
If you have a specific Sci-Fi collection, vehicle or interesting item which you would like to share get in touch, we would love for you to come along and be part of our event.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/579765172420780/
Hour of Code
Organiser: Aberdeen City Libraries
Where: Central Library, Aberdeen City Libraries
Date: Wednesday 8th August 2018
Time: 02:45PM-03:45PM
Description: Learn to code your own computer game in Scratch at one of our Hour of Code sessions! No coding experience required.
Free event but spaces limited so booking essential.
To book, call 01224 652507 or email ChildrensLibrary@aberdeencity.gov.uk
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/271294753439344/
The Greatest Showman Singalong (PG)
Organiser: Ballater Victoria Week
Where: Victoria And Albert Halls, Ballater, Aberdeenshire
Date: Wednesday 8th August 2018
Time: 07:00PM-10:00PM
Description: We can barely contain our excitement about this special event for Ballater Victoria Week…!
Making use of the larger Victoria Hall, we plan to raise the roof.
Sing-along to your favourite tunes from this fabulous film starring Hugh Jackman as the greatest showman, PT Barnum, or hear them for the first time – you will not be disappointed!
Entry by donation to Ballater Films. Licensed bar and raffle.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/193856991262064/
Ballater Highland Games
Organiser: Ballater Highland Games
Where: Monaltrie Park, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5RG
Date: Thursday 9th August 2018
Time: 10:00AM-06:00PM
Description: Gates open at 10am. Events start 11am. Official opening 12pm
All the traditional Highland Games events and competitions: Combined pipe bands, piping and highland dancing, track and light field events ,hill race, heavy events, tug o’ war, tilt the bucket and children’s races. There is the ever popular beer tent, a variety of fast food and trade stalls as well as a funfair for the children
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2060589900824168/
Mischief Makers Summer Reading Challenge at Cults Library
Organiser: Aberdeen City Libraries
Where: Cults Library, Aberdeen
Date: Thursday 9th August 2018
Time: 11:00AM-12:00PM
Description: Join us for a Summer Reading Challenge themed story and craft session
Age 4-12 Years
Booking essential.
Take part in the Tesco Bank Summer Reading Challenge Scotland during the holidays. This year we’ll celebrate 80 years of The Beano with children following clues to explore Beanotown, meeting old favourites including Dennis and Gnasher and helping them find mysterious buried treasure!
Read books from any Aberdeen City Library and receive rewards along the way throughout the holidays. Join in the fun at one of these special events for children taking part in the Challenge.
The Challenge is suitable for children aged 4-12. Children under 4 can take part in a mini Challenge and collect a special Bookbug medal and certificate.
To book, call 01224 868346 or email CultsLibrary@aberdeencity.gov.uk
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1523661264411237/
Messy Play Aberdeen-SUPERMESS!
Organiser: Mess Around Aberdeenshire
Where: Rosemount Community Centre Association, Belgrave Terrace, Aberdeen AB25 2NS
Date: Thursday 9th August 2018
Time: 11:00AM-12:00PM
Description: Ka-pow! Put on your hero capes and fly along to our BRAND NEW Supermess Party! Come along and save the world with your little super hero’s. With Hulk Smash Gelli Baff, Batman Rice, Joker Jelly and lots more! Little ones can squelch, pour, mix and get messy till their hearts content. All you have to do is come along and MESS AROUND and leave the cleaning up to us!
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/847312998793008/
Big Bounce at Bon Accord
Organiser: Bon Accord Aberdeen, One Great Day
Where: Bon Accord Aberdeen, George St, Aberdeen AB25 1HZ
Date: Friday 10th – Sunday 12th August 2018
Time: 10:00AM-06:00PM
Description: Big Bounce is back for 2018!
And is bigger than ever!
Looking for things to do to keep the kids entertained over summer?
Join us for Aberdeen’s popular Big Bounce @ Bon Accord on the Roof Garden between Friday 10 – Sunday 12 August. Enjoy giant inflatables, bouncy castles, music and more. Big Bounce will run between 10am and 6pm each day and all money raised goes @Onegreatday which supports TheArchieFoundation and Great Ormond Street Hospital
We have lots of family-friendly activities happening over summer, to keep up to date with what we have going on, check out our website: http://ow.ly/sq9z30kty5g.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/875056582701897/
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!
If you have an event you would like listed in a future ‘What’s on’ post and event calendar drop us an email at mimi@mummymimi.co.uk or contact us over on Facebook
Don’t forget you can also check out our events calendar for planning ahead with events in Aberdeen City & Shire.
