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**
Balance Bikers, Crathes Hall, Banchory – Saturdays
Organiser: Balance Bikers
Where: Crathes Village Hall, Banchory, Aberdeenshire
Date: Saturday 15th September 2018
Time: 09:30AM-11:00AM
Description: Suitable for all children and abilities between the ages of 18 months old to 5 years old. As British Cycling coaches we are experts in teaching children to ride.
Our sessions are FUN, CHALLENGING & PROGRESSIVE
Developing the riders CONFIDENCE is at the heart of what we do.
Whether you’re new to it all, or riding well already, this is the session for you!
Please let us know if you’d like to borrow a bike and helmet
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/647535515626362/?event_time_id=647535592293021
Aberdeen Harbour Expansion Project Visitor Centre Tour
Organiser: TechFest
Where: Aberdeen Harbour Expansion Project
Date: Saturday 15th September 2018
Time: 10:00AM-03:00PM
Description: ***FREE EVENT***
Dragados UK, principal contractor for the Aberdeen Expansion Project, are delighted to join the TechFest 2018 by opening the doors of our project Visitor Centre.
The Aberdeen Harbour Expansion Project Visitor Centre affords the general public from the North East of Scotland the opportunity to gain an insight into one of the most ambitious marine engineering projects in Scotland for many decades.
You will be able to learn about the background of the development, the different construction activities underway, the environmental protection measures being deployed, and some of the history of the area. Furthermore, the Visitor Centre offers the opportunity to see real-time works from a privileged position.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/445751935927408/
Hillside School Fundraising Family Fun Day
Where: Newlands Drive, Portlethen Aberdeenshire, AB12 4
Date: Saturday 15th September 2018
Time: 10:00AM-01:00PM
Description: Take the kids, grandkids, nieces, nephews or just come along for a BBQ and/or cuppa.
Fantastic games for all ages, a toddler section, a wide range of inflatables, climbing wall, obstacle bike track & much more!
All funds raised goes straight back into the school for the children.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/235266887172970/
AMS Scale Model Show 2018
Organiser: AMS Scale Model Show 2018
Where: DoubleTree by Hilton Aberdeen Treetops, 161 Springfield Road, Aberdeen
Date: Saturday 15th September 2018
Time: 10:00AM-05:00PM
Description: Second hosting of our annual scale model show featuring 100’s of scale models, competition, make n take, trade table, kit swap, demonstrations, real aircraft cockpit, Lego stalls and much more
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2090309674567568/
The Joys of Maths: Maths Week!
Organiser: Aberdeen Science Centre
Where: Aberdeen Science Centre, 179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen AB24 5TU
Date: Wednesday 12th Sunday 16th September 2018
Description: Using hands on activities, we will explore the cool side of numbers and uncover how mathematics helps us understand the world around us.
Learning about the relevance of maths in our everyday lives we will embrace the mathematics that is all around us!
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2026219514106208/?event_time_id=2026219537439539
Open Doors at Pitmedden
Organiser: Pitmedden Garden
Where: Pitmedden Garden, Pitmedden, Aberdeenshire AB41 7PD
Date: Saturday 15th September 2018
Time: 10:30AM-04:30PM
Description: Enjoy a fun day out and indulge in the beauty of the Historic Walled Garden and its Museum of Farming Life. Explore the wonderful Sculpture Exhibition outside and Art Exhibiton above the Stables, find all our sundials and discover our many varities of apple trees, trained along the 17th century walls. There’s a lot to explore at Pitmedden Garden!
Enjoy all of this for FREE on Saturday 15th September, whether you’re visiting again or this is your first time, there’s something for everyone!
Time: 10:30am – 4:30pm, last admission 4pm
FREE ENTRY
More information on www.nts.org.uk
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2091759164170429/
Family BBQ/Fun Day – Orchard Brae School
Organiser: Friends of Orchard Brae/Orchard Brae Connect
Where: Friends of Orchard Brae/Orchard Brae Connect, Howes Road, Aberdeen AB16 7RW
Date: Saturday 15th September 2018
Time: 11:00AM-02:00PM
Description: Friends of Orchard Brae wish to invite you to a Family BBQ/Fun Day
BBQ, Games, School Stalls, Raffle
Tickets will be available from school after Summer Holidays. Adults £3 / Kids £1.50 (includes BBQ Food).
All proceeds to help running and maintenance of school mini buses.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/214455839178638/
Meet the Bees – The Last Waggledance
Organiser: Formartine’s
Where: Formartine’s Shop & Eatery, Tarves, Aberdeenshire AB51 0
Date: Saturday 15th September 2018
Time: 11:00AM-02:00PM
Description: Your last chance this year to MEET THE BEES.
Come along on SAT 15th SEPTEMBER and the beekeepers from Udny Provender will introduce you to the lovely bees that live at Formartines and make our delicious Haddo Honey.
Bee talks and hive visits at 11am, 12noon, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm.
NO NEED TO BOOK. FREE EVENT. Gather out front at your preferred time.
Honey made by the bees you have just met is available to buy and why not stay a while and enjoy a coffee and cake or a delicious lunch.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2138957456375132/
NCT Newmacher Nearly New Sale
Organiser: NCT Aberdeen City and Shire Nearly New Sales
Where: The Axis Centre, 9 School Road, Newmacher, Aberdeenshire AB21 0WB
Date: Saturday 15th September 2018
Time: 02:00PM-03:30PM
Description: It’s time for our second Newmacher Nearly New Sale.
Our friendly volunteers are on hand for advice and help during the sale, if you have a shopping list ask a volunteer to point you in the right direction.
We will lend you a shopping bag to collect your goodies in then have a one stop checkout with chip and pin facilities, also a reclaim area where large bulky items can be safely left whilst you continue to shop.
Cots, toys, highchairs, walkers, puzzles, bouncy chairs, bikes, ride on’s, bumbo’s, stair gates, more toys, books, DVD’s, computer games, curtains, lampshades, bedding, maternity equipment & clothing, dressing up clothes, more toys, moses baskets, prams, slings, re-useable nappies, clothes carefully displayed from newborn up to approx 10 years, scooters, carriers, playmats, bouncy chairs, jumperoo’s, travel cots, kids furniture – all dependant on what our sellers decide to bring! We can’t sell baby car seats or non PAT tested items that require a plug.
Our sales are 100% powered by volunteers and a % of the takings goes back into the NCT the UK’s largest parenting charity to support work locally and nationally.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2183610571655784/
Wild Adaptations presented by Lizzie Daly
Organiser: TechFest and University of Aberdeen
Where: Arts Lecture Theatre, University of Aberdeen
Date: Saturday 15th September 2018
Time: 02:00PM-03:00PM
Description: Tickets now available! Buy tickets at Aberdeen Box Office:
http://www.aberdeenperformingarts.com/
How does a hagfish defend itself from predatory sharks? Who is the best at camouflage in the animal kingdom? How do species adapt to living in the deep sea ocean?
Cbeebies presenter and wildlife superstar @LizzieDalyWildlife knows! Join Lizzie as she explores some of the animal kingdoms most wacky and wild adaptations!
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/504472736622824/
Championship Tractor Pull 2018
Organiser: Scottish Tractor Pullers Club
Where: BA Country Store, Westhill, Aberdeenshire
Date: Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th September 2018
Time: 05:00PM-09:30PM
Description: The Scottish Championship Tractor Pull returns to BA Stores, Dunecht, Aberdeenshire on the 15th and 16th of September.
This year we host the final British Points round for Super Farm, Limited Prostock, Super Sport AND Light Modifieds!! Plus guest pullers!
Pulling starts at 5pm on Saturday the 15th with the final British Points rounds plus fireworks show to finish the night. Sunday the 16th sees the final points round of the Scottish Championship from 12pm onwards.
On site camping facilities are available for the weekend with excellent toilet and shower facilities.
Entry Fees: Adult One Day: £10 | Adult Weekend Pass: £18 | Concession: £5 per day | Under 12’s FREE
Camping Fees Per Pitch: Friday 14th £12 | Saturday 15th £15
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1878499422446521/?event_time_id=1878499435779853
The Middleton Trust Fun Runs
Organiser: The Middleton Trust
Where: Gordon Park, Ellon, Gordon Park, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41
Date: Sunday 16th September 2018
Time: 09:00AM-02:00PM
Description: The uniquely popular Ellon road races, consisting of the usual 10k & 3k also after last years success we are continuing the 5k & 600m children’s races which allow us to cater for all running abilities.
Many prizes to be had in all race categories with cash on offer in the 10K & 5K.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/385823161921132/
Techfest Eureka
Organiser: The Barn
Where: The Barn, Burn o Bennie, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 5QA
Date: Sunday 16th September 2018
Time: 10:00AM-01:00PM
Description: Techfest Eureka day returns to the Barn again for a fun filled day of STEAM activities that encourages learning in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics. With hands-on activities, performances and demonstrations suitable for the whole family this interactive and educational experience is not to be missed!
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/993553424155635/
Eureka Day@The Bettridge Centre
Organiser: TechFest and Bettridge Centre
Where: Bettridge Centre, Greystone Pl, Newtonhill, Aberdeenshire AB39 3UL
Date: Sunday 16th September 2018
Time: 10:00AM-04:00PM
Description: No need to book, just turn up. £2 entry – Under 3’s free
TechFest is coming to Newtonhill. If Aberdeen is a bit out of your way or you can’t manage the Activity Weekend fear not!!!
Come along to our TechFest Eureka event at Newtonhill’s Bettridge Centre.
Live Wire Productions will be presenting ‘Who Says I’m a Windbag!’ – a fun, witty production demonstrating how your lungs work and how they cope with the polluted environment of today. Watch out for those Lung Cloggers!
TechFest will also be presenting a variety of workshops:
Wild About Maths – puzzles, challenges and problem solving revolving around the natural world
Bizzare Bones – Which part of your body is stronger than steel?
Amazing Aberdeen – Come and learn about the scientists and engineers who have made Aberdeen the incredible city it is!
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2204816596422316/
Doors Open Day
Organiser: Castle Fraser Garden & Estate
Where: Castle Fraser Garden & Estate, Sauchen, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire AB51 7LD
Date: Sunday 16th September 2018
Time: 10:00AM-04:00PM
Description: In partnership with Aberdeenshire Council, we’re encouraging people to visit Castle Fraser free of charge on Sunday 16th September.
To celebrate this day we’ll be showing some pieces from our costume collection that aren’t normally on display, including a military outfit.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/508466716271359/
In Town Without My Car Day
Organiser: Aberdeen City Council – City Events
Where: Union Street and Belmont Street, Aberdeen
Date: Sunday 16th September 2018
Time: 10:00AM-04:30PM
Description: Taking place in Union Street and Belmont Street from 10am to 4.30pm on Sunday 16 September, In Town With My Car Day features lots of free, fun, family-friendly activities and information stalls to help people find out more about public transport, responsible car use, cycling, and walking alternatives to using a car.
In Town Without Your Car Day and European Mobility week are supported by the GetAbout partnership which includes Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Councils plus NESTRANS, NHS, Energy Saving Trust, RGU, University of Aberdeen and NESCOL, and aims to promote sustainable transport in the North East of Scotland.
In Town Without My Car Day is free to attend and everyone is welcome.
Further Information on ITWMCD can be found at aberdeencity.gov.uk/ITWMCD or by contacting the city events team on 01224 522802 or cityevents@aberdeencity.gov.uk
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/282936198977709/
Deeside Local Food Festival 2018
Organiser: Deeside Local Food Festival
Where: Cults Academy, Cults Aberdeen AB15 9
Date: Sunday 16th September 2018
Time: 11:00AM-04:00PM
Description: A one day festival to bring people together to celebrate local food and drink. We look forward to welcoming you to this year’s event.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/550833631980625/
BBQ AND FUN DAY
Organiser: Balmedie Leisure Centre
Where: Balmedie Leisure Centre, Eigie Road, Balmedie, Aberdeenshire AB23 8YF
Date: Sunday 16th September 2018
Time: 12:00PM-04:00PM
Description: BALMEDIE LEISURE CENTRE FAMILY BBQ AND FUNFAIR
Inflatables inside and outside including:-
Chair plane swings | Roundabout | 40ft Snake | Hook a duck | Bouncy castles | Football inflatable
For the adults too….RODEO BULL
Coffee Shop will be open for a selection of food and alcoholic beverages.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2038803092836612/
Ferryhill Kids – Monday Group
Organiser: Kids at Ferryhill Baby and Toddler Groups
Where: Ferryhill Parish Church, Fonthill Road, Aberdeen.
Date: Monday 17th September 2018
Time: 09:30AM-11:15AM
Description: Monday Group is for crawling babies and older. It’s a volunteer-led group and everyone helps out. The more hands the lighter the work!
It’s an informal setting for parents/carers to relax in whilst little ones play with different array of toys/equipment or take part in craft activities.
Session is £3 and snack is included for your child (please let the volunteers on the day know of any allergies). This is a drop in group so no need to book in advance or block book.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/286562228608115/?event_time_id=286562268608111
Balance Bikers at Hazlehead – Tuesdays
Organiser: Balance Bikers
Where: Hazlehead Park, Hazlehead Park, Aberdeen AB15 8BE
Date: Tuesday 18th September 2018
Time: 10:00AM-11:15AM
Description: Suitable for all children and abilities between the ages of 18 months old to 5 years old. As British Cycling coaches we are experts in teaching children to ride.
Our sessions are FUN, CHALLENGING & PROGRESSIVE
Developing the riders CONFIDENCE is at the heart of what we do.
Whether you’re new to it all, or riding well already, this is the session for you!
Please let us know if you’d like to borrow a bike and helmet
The session is held by Groats Road and not within Hazlehead Park. We will meet near a small car park near the site of the former caravan park. This is near the entrance to Harlaw Academy Playing Fields, accessed from Groats Road.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/484844351943273/?event_time_id=484844405276601
Ferryhill Kids – Baby Group (Wednesdays)
Organiser: Kids at Ferryhill Baby and Toddler Groups
Where: Ferryhill Parish Church, Fonthill Road, Aberdeen
Date: Wednesday 19th September 2018
Time: 09:30AM-11:15AM
Description: Wednesday is the Baby Group, come along and help set up. Chat to other parents/carers whilst your babies play and interact with one another.
£3 per session and it’s a drop in group so no need to book in advance.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1767924926626209/?event_time_id=1767924963292872
Balance Bikers at Westburn Park – Thursdays
Organiser: Balance Bikers
Where: Westburn Park, Aberdeen
Date: Thursday 20th September 2018
Time: 10:00AM-11:15AM
Description: Suitable for all children and abilities between the ages of 18 months old to 5 years old.
As British Cycling coaches we are experts in teaching children to ride.
Our sessions are FUN, CHALLENGING & PROGRESSIVE
Developing the riders CONFIDENCE is at the heart of what we do.
Whether you’re new to it all, or riding well already, this is the session for you!
Please let us know if you’d like to borrow a bike and helmet
We will meet behind the playpark and skatepark within Westburn Park
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/477867759306156/?event_time_id=477867839306148
Free! Creative license
Organiser: Aberdeen Art Gallery And Museums
Where: Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Shiprow, Aberdeen AB11 5BY
Date: Friday 21st September 2018
Time: 10:30-12:30
Description: Break free from rules and let your imagination run wild in this freestyle craft and build session. We’ll provide the materials, you bring along the ideas!
3-12 yrs
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/440915806395634/
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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Don’t forget you can also check out our events calendar for planning ahead with events in Aberdeen City & Shire.
