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Aberdeen Artists Society Annual Exhibition
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A popular annual open exhibition which gives professional, amateur and emerging artists the opportunity to show their work. Art forms vary widely from painting and sculpture to printmaking, textiles and ceramics. Entry forms are available from the Gallery Shop or by contacting info@aberdeenartistssociety.co.uk.
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5 May9 Jun Tue–Sat 10am–5pm; Sun 2–5pm Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen
Aberdeen Country Fair
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Local farmers and crafters showcase their home-grown and home-crafted products on the last Saturday of every month. Products include local fish and meat, fruit and vegetables, cheeses, baking, whisky and crafts.
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30 Jun 9am
28 Jul 9am
25 Aug 9am
29 Sep 9am
27 Oct 9am
24 Nov 9am
1 Dec22 Dec Sat 9am–5pm
Belmont Street, Aberdeen
Aberdeen International Street Market
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Street market with over 70 stalls selling produce from all over the world.
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1 Jun3 Jun Fri–Sun 9am–6pm Union Terrace Gardens, Aberdeen
Aberdeen vs Glasgow vs The World II - Free
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FGC Comedy / Laughing Horse Free Festival. For two years running, Chris Stephen has brought you the finest upcoming Scottish comedians as well as guest acts from around the globe, and this year is no different – except this time we're going for it! Through the entire festival we will bring you stand-up comedians, ventriloquists, character acts, games, fun and general mayhem. Last year was our most successful after receiving a four-star review and touring the show afterwards in Scotland.
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2 Aug26 Aug Mon–Sun 4.30–5.30pm Laughing Horse @ The Newsroom, Edinburgh
Aberdeen's 50+ Festival
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A widely-varied programme of events aimed at people over 50, with equal emphasis on entertainment and education. Workshops, cookery demonstrations, art classes and keep fit sessions are complemented by live music performances, walks, exhibitions and plays, both in public venues around Aberdeen and on site in nursing homes.
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7 Sep16 Sep Times vary Various venues, Aberdeen
Airyhall Library Storytimes
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Stories and activities for ages 0–7 plus carers.
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30 May 3.15pm Airyhall Library, Aberdeen
Aberdeen International Youth Festival
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Festival celebrating theatre, music and dance, as performed by youth groups from Scotland, the UK and abroad. Among the 2011 highlights were performances of new productions based on Shakespeare, Burns and Dumas, as well as the city centre Festival Parade and live music from the Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra. Naturally, there's also a dedicated strand of children's events, including hands on workshops in music, percussion, dance and theatre.
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1 Aug11 Aug Times vary Various venues, Aberdeen
Alan Davies: Life is Pain
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Best known as Stephen Fry's mop-topped buffoon on QI and duffle-coated detective in Jonathan Creek, Alan returns to his stand-up roots.
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19 Oct 8pm Music Hall, Aberdeen
Alastair Savage
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Scottish fiddle tunes including 18th and 19th-century works alongside contemporary tunes as Savage presents 'A Scottish Fiddle Journey' as he's joined by guitarist/pianist Euan Drysdale and double bassist Iain Crawford.
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2 Jul 7.30pm The Sanctuary, Aberdeen
Alfie Boe: The Bring Him Home Tour
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West End hits and light opera from tenor Boe.
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10 Jul 7pm Music Hall, Aberdeen
Ali Ooft
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'Re-edit king' Ali Ooft with house and disco sounds.
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28 Jul 11pm Snafu, Aberdeen
All Eyes West, Kaddish, Min Diesel, Kimberly Steaks
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Punk and hardcore sounds.
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9 Jun 7.30pm Kage, Dundee
Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham
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With over two decades of performing together behind them, the fiddle and accordion duo continue to set the standard.
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16 Sep 7.30pm Music Hall, Aberdeen
American Reunion
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(3 stars) The American Pie gang have a 13-year reunion and contemplate some familiar problems about love, sex and intimacy. A fun nostalgia trip that rates the heart as important as the other bodily parts; the original cast are as likable (or not) as ever. Nothing very revelatory but plenty of laughs.
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30 May31 May Wed & Thu 6pm Vue Aberdeen, Aberdeen
1 Jun7 Jun Fri–Thu 1.10pm & 6.10pm Cineworld Aberdeen Queen's Links, Aberdeen
1 Jun7 Jun Mon 4.10pm & 9.10pm; Tue 3.10pm; Wed 4.10pm; Thu 3.30pm; Fri & Sat 4.10pm, 9.10pm & 11.50pm; Sun 4.10pm & 9.10pm Cineworld Aberdeen Union Square, Aberdeen
1 Jun 11.15pm Vue Aberdeen, Aberdeen
Amy Macdonald: Five a Day for the Kids
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Scots songstress Amy Macdonald dashes across the country in order to fit in five acoustic sets in five different cities, all in aid of the STV Appeal 2012.
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12 Jun 8.30am The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
An Evening of Music and Song
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Mrs Gerrard's Accordion Band presents an evening of music, song and comedy.
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29 Jul30 Jul Mon & Sun 6.30pm Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
The Angels' Share
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(2 stars) New drama from top Brit director Loach about a young father with a criminal past who is determined to give his son a better life than he had.
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Animation Classes
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Find out how Wallace and Gromit come to life at some fun animation workshops. Materials are provided, but feel free to bring along anything you have in your house that you'd like to make move. Please bring a packed lunch. Ages 10+.
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4 Jul26 Jul Wed & Thu 10am–12.30pm & 1.30–4pm
15 Aug16 Aug Wed & Thu 10am–12.30pm & 1.30–4pm
17 Oct25 Oct Wed & Thu 10am–12.30pm & 1.30–4pm
Peacock Visual Arts, Aberdeen
Animation Workshop
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Bring along plasticine, drawings or anything and learn the art of stop motion animation in this interactive workshop. Snacks provided, but bring lunch. Ages 10+. Booking is essential.
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4 Jul26 Jul Wed & Thu 10am–12.30pm & 1.30–4pm
15 Aug16 Aug Wed & Thu 10am–12.30pm & 1.30–4pm
17 Oct25 Oct Wed & Thu 10am–12.30pm & 1.30–4pm
Peacock Visual Arts, Aberdeen
Architectural Secrets Walking Tour
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A wander through Aberdeen's old town to learn about its Medieval buildings and the 18th and 19th century artisan houses. Meet at the entrance to King's College.
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16 Jun 7.30pm James McKay Hall, Aberdeen
Armed Forces Day
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Armed Forces and Veterans celebrations with massed pipes and drums and a parade of military vehicles.
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30 Jun 11am Union Street, Aberdeen
Art in Cinema
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A selection of prints from Peacock Visual Arts exhibited in the cinema, including work by Adam Bridgland, Joyce Cairns, Paul Furneaux, Mike Giant, Kenny Hunter and more.
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22 May26 Oct Times vary The Belmont, Aberdeen
Avengers Assemble
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(4 stars) Big blockbuster superhero action as Iron Man, Thor, The Hulk, Captain America, Black Widow and Hawkeye team up to save the world.
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Beach Litter Survey and Clean
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Part of the UK Marine Conservation Society's Adopt a Beach programme. A litter tidy and survey of the quantity and types of litter found.
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23 Jun 10am
16 Sep 3pm
17 Nov 10am
Aberdeen Beach, Aberdeen
Bear Arms and Forest Fires
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Indie pop from Aberdeen and Edinburgh.
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19 Jun 8pm Nice'n'Sleazy, Glasgow
20 Jun 7pm Sneaky Pete's, Edinburgh
22 Jun 7.30pm The Tunnels, Aberdeen
Beauty and the Beast
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The first animated film ever to get an Oscar nomination for Best Picture, the 30th Walt Disney feature-length cartoon is a classic by anyone's standards. The familiar story is supplemented by terrific songs, a host of comic characters and a breathtaking combination of traditional and computer animation techniques.
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1 Jun7 Jun
(3D) Fri–Thu 11.15am
Cineworld Aberdeen Queen's Links, Aberdeen
Ben Howard and Willy Mason
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Over-14s show. Latest safe singer/songwriter to hit big.
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17 Nov 7.30pm Music Hall, Aberdeen
Benjamin Francis Leftwich
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The Yorkshire singer-songwriter's indie pop is influenced by Kate Bush and Sigur Ros.
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11 Oct 8pm The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
Big Dance Aberdeen
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Citymoves Dance Agency take centre stage showcasing Aberdeen's dance talents with some special guest performers tipped to turn up.
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5 Jul 7.30pm His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
Bill Bryson
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The UK's biggest selling non-fiction author ever talks about his beloved travel books, his adventures on the road and what he's learned along the way.
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7 Sep 8pm Music Hall, Aberdeen
Blitz Experience Walking Tour
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On Apr 21 1943 Aberdeen suffered the worst bombing the city experienced throughout WWII. This guided walk tours the worst affected sites, hearing excerpts of testimonials by people who lived through it, and looking at how the city was rebuilt afterwards.
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14 Jul 2pm Northern Hotel, Aberdeen
Bookbinding Follow Up Weekend Workshop
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Suitable for those who've already participated in a bookbinding workshop – now's the chance to develop the skills you've already unearthed and discover some new techniques.
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16 Jun17 Jun Sat & Sun 10am–4.30pm Peacock Visual Arts, Aberdeen
Bounce and Rhyme
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Stories, song and rhymes for under 3s, helping young ones with their literacy and numeracy and having lots of fun at the same time.
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30 May25 Jul Wed 10.30–11.30am Woodside Library, Aberdeen
The Boy With Tape on His Face
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It's comedy but without the chat. A chance to see the phenomenon of BWTOHF, in a show which is kinda cabaret, kinda theatre and kinda beautiful. Stand-up to make you spit out your drink then break your heart.
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5 Jun 7pm Studio at The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
Breakneck Comedy Charity Night
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A bunch of scene stalwarts are eager to make you laugh in the name of charity, so who are you to refuse? There's Vladimir McTavish, Gus Lymburn and Neil Skene (Scotland's only blind comedian), alongside MSP Mark McDonald. Money raised goes towards Friends of Anchor.
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1 Jun 8pm Blue Lamp, Aberdeen
Breakneck Comedy
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A night of comedy with open mic opportunities and a different line-up every time.
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2 Jun 8.30pm
With quick witted Tanyalee Davis, Daniel Downie and host Gus Lymburn.
Blue Lamp, Aberdeen
5 Jun 8.30pm
With Tom Stade.
Snafu, Aberdeen
8 Jun9 Jun Fri & Sat 8.30pm
With satire from David Whitney and guests.
Blue Lamp, Aberdeen
12 Jun 8pm
With Graham Mackie plus guests.
Snafu, Aberdeen
15 Jun 8.30pm
The odd charms of Paul Foot headline this gig.
The Carmelite Hotel, Aberdeen
16 Jun 8.30pm
With Harry Garrison, Gus Lymburn and guests.
Blue Lamp, Aberdeen
19 Jun 8pm
With Raymond Mearns.
Snafu, Aberdeen
23 Jun 8.30pm
With Gary Little and guests.
Blue Lamp, Aberdeen
26 Jun 8pm
With Nathan Caton.
Snafu, Aberdeen
29 Jun 8.30pm
Andre King plus guests.
Station Hotel, Stonehaven
30 Jun 8.30pm
With Andre King and guests
Blue Lamp, Aberdeen
3 Jul 8.30pm Snafu, Aberdeen
7 Jul 8.30pm
With Billy Kirkwood and guests.
Blue Lamp, Aberdeen
10 Jul 8.30pm
With Bill Dewar and guests.
Snafu, Aberdeen
14 Jul 8.30pm Blue Lamp, Aberdeen
17 Jul 8.30pm Snafu, Aberdeen
20 Jul 8.30pm
A charity comedy night in aid of Cyrenians.
Blue Lamp, Aberdeen
21 Jul 8.30pm Blue Lamp, Aberdeen
24 Jul 8.30pm Snafu, Aberdeen
28 Jul 8.30pm Blue Lamp, Aberdeen
31 Jul 8.30pm Snafu, Aberdeen
19 Aug 8pm
9 Sep 8pm
14 Oct 8pm
18 Nov 8pm
16 Dec 8pm
Woodend Barn Arts Centre, Banchory
British Science Festival
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The touring science fest alights in Aberdeen for a week of exhibitions, workshops, talks, activities, film screenings and more, all on a science theme and with something for adults, families and schools alike.
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4 Sep9 Sep Times vary Various venues, Aberdeen
Burlesque Night
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An evening of risqué fun.
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29 Jun To be confirmed The Forum, Aberdeen
Bye Bye Birdie
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Castlegate Theatre School present an affectionately satirical look at the 1950s with the tale of a rock'n'roller who's about the join the army.
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12 Jul14 Jul Thu–Sat 7.30pm Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
Cal
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Local singer/songwriter with a mix of original songs and powerful vocals.
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9 Jun 7.30pm Lounge at The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
Cameroon Connections
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Glasgow and Aberdeen's Cameroonian communities square up on the beach for a football tournament, followed by a barbecue, drumming and celebration of Cameroonian culture. Part of Refugee Week.
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23 Jun 9am Aberdeen Beach, Aberdeen
CAMRA Aberdeen Grampian and Northern Isles Beer Festival
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The Campaign for Real Ale's most northerly festival features a range of real cider, perry and bottled continental beers alongside its massive selection of 100 real ales from around the UK. Among the events in the 2012 edition is the Olympic-themed 'Thirst Among Equals' session.
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31 May2 Jun Thu 4pm–midnight; Fri 3pm–midnight; Sat noon–11pm Pittodrie Stadium, Aberdeen
Carnivores
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Biffy/McLusky riffola from the headliners.
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11 Jun 7.30pm The Tunnels, Aberdeen
Castlegate Circular Walking Tour
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A walking tour to learn more about Castlegate's familiar places, from the Gibbet Stane public execution site to the historical town houses. Meet at Mercat Cross.
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30 Jul 7.30pm Mercat Cross, Aberdeen
Ceilidh at Forum
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Rollicking fun with dancing and callers.
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23 Jun To be confirmed The Forum, Aberdeen
The Chandeliers
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Rock, soul and ska from the Aberdeen supergroup.
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1 Jun 8pm
With support from Silver City Soul Revue.
Lounge at The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
Chicago
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Cell block musical telling the corrupt tale of adulterous nightclub dancer Roxie Hart (played by Hollyoaks ' Ali Bastian) and double-talking lawyer Billy Flynn.
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3 Sep8 Sep Mon–Thu 7.30pm; Fri 5.30pm & 8.30pm; Sat 5pm & 8.30pm His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
Chris & Pui Roadshow
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CBeebies favourites Chris Jarvis and Pui Fan Lee present a show packed with songs, games and fun for the smallest members of the family.
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3 Jul Tue 11am & 2pm Music Hall, Aberdeen
City of Aberdeen Highland Games
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17 Jun To be confirmed Hazelhead Park, Aberdeen

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