What’s on for Kids and Families in Aberdeen City & Shire | 17th – 23rd November 2018

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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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Ferryhill Kids – Friday Fun!

Organiser: Kids at Ferryhill Baby and Toddler Groups

Where: Ferryhill Parish Church, Fonthill Road, AB116UD, Aberdeen

Date:  Friday 16th November 2018
Time:  09:30AM-11:15AM

Description: Friday Fun is for toddlers to pre-school.  It’s a volunteer-led group so please come along, help set up and chat to other parents/carers.  Babies are welcome too, just ask for some of the baby toys/equipment.

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/528889630872926/?event_time_id=528889670872922


CLAN’s Santa’s Grotto

Organiser: CLAN Cancer Support

Where: The Den and the Glen, Maryculter, Aberdeenshire

Date: Friday 16th November – Monday 24th December 2018
Time:  10:00AM-05:00PM

Description: Santa Claus is coming to town!

Experience the magic at Den and the Glen in Maryculter.

The CLAN Santa’s Grotto is a truly authentic and magical experience not to be missed.

The grotto will launch on Friday 16th November!

Opening Hours:

From Friday 16th November until Friday 14th December – 10am to 5pm Friday to Monday

Friday 14th December until Sunday 23rd December – 10am to 5pm Daily

Christmas Eve 10am to 2pm

Ticketing: Santa’s Grotto £5.95

Photography: Treasure the magical memories in the Grotto forever with a professional photograph.

The perfect snap can be taken for you with Santa and will be available to view as you leave the wonderland, and ready to purchase as an optional extra.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1879454208810007/


Kintore 0-3 Group Christmas Shopping Evening

Organiser: Kintore 0-3 Group

Where: Kintore Public Hall, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire AB51 0UX  

Date: Friday 16th November 2018
Time:  07:30PM-09:30PM

Description: Kintore 0-3 Group Christmas Shopping Evening

All your Christmas shopping under one roof while supporting your local baby and toddler group.

Come and enjoy some delicious mulled wine while browsing our fabulous stalls.

Gifts – Cards – Ceramics – Jewellery – Books – Children’s accessories.

Our Grand Raffle – Tickets £1 or a book for £5.

Ticket Entry £3. Open 19:30-21:30.

Stall Holders to be confirmed in due course.

Tickets Available through this page, at our group sessions or on the night.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2096971210369710/


Balance Bikers, Crathes Hall, Banchory – Saturdays

Organiser: Balance Bikers

Where: Crathes Village Hall, Banchory

Date:  Saturday 17th November 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=647535595626354


Christmas Fair 2018 

Organiser: Aboyne Playgroup sc041050

Where: The Aboyne & Glen Tanar Memorial Hall, Ballater Road, Aboyne

Date:  Saturday 17th November 2018
Time:  10:00AM-02:00PM

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1143356272461250/


Christmas Fayre 

Organiser: Fly Cup Catering

Where: Fly Cup Catering, Unit 2 Advertising House, Burghmuir Circle, AB51 4FS Inverurie

Date: Saturday 17th November 2018
Time:  10:00AM-02:00PM

Description: Get your Christmas shopping off to a great start this weekend whilst supporting a local charity!

We are delighted to invite you, your family and friends along to our first Christmas Fayre on Saturday 17 November 2018 from 10am to 2pm in support of Fly Cup Catering Limited – supporting adults with learning disabilities.

We will have Christmas music, samples and raffle prizes on top of wide range of stallholders selling gifts, stocking-fillers and much much more.

Each of our stallholders have kindly donated a prize towards our fantastic raffle – so make sure you don’t miss out and purchase your tickets.

Our confirmed stallholders are:

Stained Glass

HAPPY CUSHIONS

Kilted Goat

Wood Life Designs

Norvex (Household Supplies)

Crafts by vonnie

Meringue Magic

FionaCrafts54

Entry is free and open to all with free car parking.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/289327751673984/


Fyvie School Christmas Fayre 

Organiser: Fyvie School Parent Council

Where: Fyvie Primary, Turriff, Aberdeenshire AB53 8 

Date:  Saturday 17th November 2018
Time:  10:00AM-01:00PM

Description: Join us for another busy Christmas Fayre! Lots of wonderful stalls including Melabella Gifts, Frazzle Dazzle, Bath Tub Bliss Junkie, Cat’s Accessories, Stella & Dot, Loveables by Lillian, Angel card readings and so much more!
special guest appearance from the jolly man in the red suit!

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1725918764181210/


Santa’s Grotto at Bon Accord 

Organiser: Bon Accord Aberdeen

Where: Bon Accord Aberdeen, George St, Aberdeen AB25 1HZ 

Date:  Saturday 17th November – Monday 24th December 2018

Description: Santa only has one home this Christmas, and that’s Bon Accord!

Create lasting memories with a visit to Bon Accord’s winter wonderland and support The ARCHIE Foundation whilst doing so.

Santa’s Winter Wonderland is open every weekend from 17 Nov and weekdays 17 Dec – Christmas Eve

Plan ahead and guarantee a visit with no queuing, book your visit today

A visit is £4.50 per child which includes:

Entry to Santa’s Magical winter wonderland

Say hello to the singing Reindeer

Meet Santa and let him know your wish list

A memorable gift

To secure your slot just select your chosen date and time on our EventBrite page: http://ow.ly/gcgB30m55xj.  The slot is for one child, for additional children please add at checkout under additional admissions.

Party size is limited to 4 children per pre-booked slot. For larger parties walk-ins are welcome.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/179163336310054/


Spring Bulb Planting and Haughton Park walk 

Organiser: Friends of Haughton Park

Where: Friends of Haughton Park, Montgarrie Road, Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8NA 

Date:  Saturday 17th November 2018
Time: 10:00AM-12:00PM

Description: Come along and help us plant snowdrops, crocus, daffodils and other spring bulbs. Find out about our exciting plans for the park!

 Former Park Ranger, John Latham, will also lead a short walk. He’ll tell us about the wildlife and history of our beautiful Haughton Park.

 Everyone is welcome. Children must be accompanied by parents/carers.

 Please wrap up warm, bring a spade, and come along. It’s free!

It’s on Saturday 17th November from 10-12. We’ll meet at the main carpark (by the playpark & toilet block) at 10am.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1097978143713604/


Ellon Christmas Craft Fayre 

Organiser: Ellon Community Council

Where: The New Inn Hotel Ellon, 14 MARKET STREET, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 9JD

Date:  Saturday 17th November 2018
Time:  10:30AM-04:00PM

Description: Entry Free- come along and get your Christmas Shopping before the Christmas Lights Switch on and Parade.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/570900513341537/


Fun-Fill Viking Story Workshop with David MacPhail 

Organiser: Aberdeen City Libraries

Where: Aberdeen City Libraries, Central Library, Rosemount Viaduct, AB25 1GW Aberdeen 

Date:  Saturday 17th November 2018
Time:  10:30AM-11:30AM

Description: Author David Macphail will talk from his book “Thorfinn the nicest Viking” then the children will create their very own Viking characters and imagine together an Aberdonian-themed story that will be written by the author and shared with all participants afterwards.

Suitable for children P3-P5. Limited places available. Booking essential.

To book, call 01224 652500 or email LibraryEvents@aberdeencity.gov.uk

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/314833779102764/


Inverurie Festive Fair 

Organiser: Tiksy Art and Craft Fayres

Where: Inverurie Town Hall, Market Place, INVERURIE AB51 3SN, AB51 3SN Inverurie, Aberdeenshire

Date: Saturday 17th November 2018
Time:  11:00AM-03:00PM

Description: **Festive Theme Craft, Art & Traders Stalls **

Free Admission

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/438794449912455/


Bucksburn Xmas Market

Organiser: Bucksburn Xmas Market

Where: Bucksburn Stoneywood Church, 19 Oldmeldrum Road, Bucksburn, AB210 Aberdeen

Date:  Saturday 17th November 2018
Time:  12:00PM-04:00PM

Description: A New & Exciting Event in Bucksburn showcasing local businesses.

Please RSVP attending to make sure you get the latest news. More information to follow.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/296018237637225/


Granite City Roller Derby Christmas Craft Fayre and Market 

Organiser: Granite City Roller Derby

Where: Town and County Hall, Aberdeen 

Date:  Saturday 17th November 2018
Time:  12:00PM-03:00PM

Description: **ALL YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING UNDER ONE ROOF**

Admission: £3 on the door (free entry for children under 12)

Pop in for free mince pies and browse our fantastic range of craft and gift stalls!  There will be entertainment throughout the day.

Please contact fundraising@granitecityrollerderby.co.uk  for further information about the event.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/818027481719768/


Culter Playgroup Annual Christmas Fair 

Organiser: Culter Playgroup

Where: Culter Village Hall, 178 North Deeside Road, Peterculter ab14 0ud 

Date:  Saturday 17th November 2018
Time:  01:00PM-04:00PM

Description: Culter Playgroups annual Christmas Fair promises to be bigger and better than ever.  With FREE entry for everyone there really is no better way to kick start your festive season.

Santas little helpers have been busy hiding GOLD coloured stones around Peterculter Village, if you’re lucky enough to find one, bring it along on the day for a special Christmas treat.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1610898589217581/


Infant and Child First Aid awareness

Organiser: Little Lives First Aid

Where: Ruthrieston Community Centre, 532-536 Holburn Street Aberdeen, Aberdeen,  AB10 7LL

Date: Saturday 17th November 2018
Time: 01:30PM-04:30PM

Description: An Infant and child first aid awareness course covering birth to puberty. Ideal for Parents to be, Parents and Grandparents. A relaxed session with no test papers, but covers key subjects that we all worry about with children. Young babies are welcome to attend too. For more info or to book, please email francesca@littlelivesfirstaid.co.uk  or message on my Facebook page

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/282482755704131/


Christmas light switch on event 

Organiser: Cults Bieldside Milltimber Community Council CBMCC

Where: Cults Kirk Centre, Aberdeen

Date:  Saturday 17th November 2018
Time:  04:00PM-06:00PM

Description: Save the date: Our community councils festive season gets underway with a real Christmas cracker, our very first Christmas Lights switch on event on Saturday 17th November at The Hub Cafe, Cults Kirk Centre on North Deeside Road.

The countdown to Christmas will be launched in style with a jam-packed afternoon of festive fun for the whole family.

Festivities take place from 2pm including face painting, mince pie, tea /coffee, games, raffle, mulled wine.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/311523876333094/


Frozen Fraserburgh Drive In Movie: Home Alone 2 

Organiser: Fraserburgh Drive In Cinema

Where: Henderson Road, Fraserburgh, AB43 9GA, Henderson Road, , 

Date:  Saturday 17th November 2018
Time:  05:00PM-07:00PM

Description: ‘You can mess with a lot of things but you can’t mess with kids at Christmas’

Frozen Fraserburgh are bringing an evening of holiday feel good family films with screenings of Home Alone 2 at 5pm and Miracle on 34th Street at 8pm On Saturday 17th November 2018. All proceeds will go to Frozen Fraserburgh: 2 weekends of Festive Fun in Fraserburgh with late night shopping, fun fair, Santas Parade & Grotto on FRiday 30th Novemer and Saturday 1st December and FREE Ice Rink, FREE Snow Globe, Santa Train and Fun Fair on 7th & 8th December 2018. Visit Frozen Fraserburgh on Facebook for more details.

Don’t wait another minute, grab your tickets for our drive in cinema event at the NESCOL car park, Henderson Road, Fraserburgh.

Park up, tune in your radio, relax, snuggle up and enjoy the film.

Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the film to park and test your sound. Each person in the car must have their own seat belt. Larger vehicles will be parked at the rear of the car park.

Please remember to bring your tickets along with you to the event.

One ticket will admit one car to the event. Number of people in the car should match the number of seats

Sales end on 17 November at 15:00PM

Price: £20.00

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1175212185950090/


Ice Hockey – Aberdeen Predators VS Coatbridge Redwings 

Organiser: Aberdeen Predators

Where: Linx Ice Arena, Beach Promenade, Aberdeen AB24 5NR 

Date:  Saturday 17th November 2018
Time:  06:00PM-08:00PM

Description: Home game versus the Coatbridge Redwings. Free admission.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/256819208301049/


Fraserburgh Drive In Movie: Miracle on 34th Street 

Organiser: Fraserburgh Drive In Cinema

Where: Henderson Road, Fraserburgh, AB43 9GA, Henderson Road

Date:  Saturday 17th November 2018
Time: 08:00PM-10:00PM

Description: We invite you to ask yourself this one simple question: Do you believe in Santa Claus?

Frozen Fraserburgh are bringing an evening of holiday feel good family films with screenings of Home Alone 2 at 5pm and Miracle on 34th Street at 8pm On Saturday 17th November 2018. All proceeds will go to Frozen Fraserburgh: 2 weekends of Festive Fun in Fraserburgh with late night shopping, fun fair, Santas Parade & Grotto on FRiday 30th Novemer and Saturday 1st December and FREE Ice Rink, FREE Snow Globe, Santa Train and Fun Fair on 7th & 8th December 2018. Visit Frozen Fraserburgh on Facebook for more details.

Don’t wait another minute, grab your tickets for our drive in cinema event at the NESCOL car park, Henderson Road, Fraserburgh.

Park up, tune in your radio, relax, snuggle up and enjoy the film.

Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the film to park and test your sound. Each person in the car must have their own seat belt. Larger vehicles will be parked at the rear of the car park.

Please remember to bring your tickets along with you to the event.

One ticket will admit one car to the event. Number of people in the car should match the number of seats

Sales end on 17 November at 19:00PM

Price: £20.00

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1887169541578010/


AWA Aberdeen Holiday Craft Fair

Organiser: AWA Holiday Craft Fair

Where: AWA Holiday Craft Fair, 161 Springfield Road, AB15 7AQ Aberdeen

Date:  Sunday 18th November 2018
Time: 10:00AM-03:00PM

Description: The American Women Association welcomes you once again to attend our yearly Holiday Craft fair at Hilton Treetops, Aberdeen. You will find local businesses, unique crafters, artisans and vendors under one roof.

We will also have our traditional Sweet Shoppe with delicious home bakes, as well as our raffle with great prizes from our crafters. All proceeds will go to support our chosen charity, the ARC Hippotherapy SCIO, a part of the RDA group.

Admission £3, children under 12 years are free

Bring the family and friends to enjoy the day for a great cause and taste of the holiday season.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1082143608617375/


Inflatable Fun Day at Stonehaven Town Hall 

Organiser: Ma Simpson’s

Where: Stonehaven Town Hall, Allardyce St, AB39 2BU Stonehaven 

Date:  Sunday 18th November 2018
Time:  12:30PM-05:00PM

Description: Inflatable Funday at Stonehaven town hall.  Let the kids come down and run off a bit of steam during these long cold winter sundays. Sunday 18th November

2 sessions 1-2.30pm and 3-4.30pm £5 per child. Pay on the door.  snack bar available for hot and cold drinks.

Come down and have some fun.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/242064479835317/


Inflatable Fun Day @ Macbi!

Organiser: Premier Inflatables- Bouncy Castle Hire

Where: MACBI Community Hub, Newlands Road, AB42 5GP Mintlaw

Date: Sunday 18th November 2018
Time:  12:30PM-03:30PM

Description: Once again we will fill macbi hub with fun things for the kids!

Dedicated under 5’s area

Bouncy Castles

Giant Slide

Inflatable Assault Course

Brand New Football Shootout!

DIDI CARS

Music

Face Painting

Macbi has a lovely cafe serving homemade food, Fresh Caber Coffee and home bakes.

The hub also boasts a lovely soft play area with an enclosed outdoor play area leading off of it (weather permitting)

This event is suitable for children up to 12 years.

Entry is £7 for Inflatables or £8 for Inflatables  & Macbi Soft play. Unlimited play from 12.30-3.30pm.

(Macbi Soft play open from 9am-5pm)

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/696733980699773/


BFLF Aberdeen DJ Hannah Laing – Intergalactic Planetary Party 

Organiser: Big Fish Little Fish

Where: The Assembly Aberdeen, 3 Skene Terrace, Aberdeen, AB10 1RN

Date:  Sunday 18th November 2018
Time:  02:00PM-04:30PM

Description: What kind of fun are we going to have?

* DJ Hannah Laing (Colours / Ministry of Sound / Groove City Radio) plays a set of upfront club tunes,just a little bit quieter

* Come dressed for our ‘Intergalactic Planetary’ 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 times

* 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)

* 2pm-4.30pm at The Assembly, Skene Terrace Aberdeen

Big Fish Little Fish

2 – 4 Hour Party People!

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/253372188653816/


Princess Sing A Long Show 

Organiser: Total Entertainment UK

Where: Hallmark Hotel Aberdeen Airport, Farburn Terrace, AB21 7DW Dyce, Aberdeen City 

Date:  Sunday 18th November 2018
Time:  02:30PM-05:30PM

Description: Doors open at 14:30 with the show starting at 15:00. Tickets are £8 and can be booked via the link of from Eventbrite

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/240364523312373/


Aberdeen Diwali Celebration 2018 

Organiser: Indian Association of North East Scotland

Where: Indian Association of North East Scotland: Aberdeen, 31 Balquharn Circle, ab12 4ah Aberdeen 

Date:  Sunday 18th November 2018
Time:  04:00PM-09:00PM

Description: Aberdeen’s awaited Diwali Celebration 2018 tickets are now out!

IANES invites you to join us for the festival of lights, festival that brings the India together to be celebrated in Pittodrie Stadium, Aberdeen on 18th November.

An Evening full of Entertainment

Date: Sunday, 18th November 1600hrs Onwards

Venue: Aberdeen Standard Investments Suite, Pittodrie Stadium, 31 Pittodrie St, Aberdeen AB24 5QH

Highlights of the evening:

-Puja organised by AHA

-Ramayan Play by Bharatiya Ashram Dundee

-Bollywood DJ and Dance by DJ Vips from Edinburgh

-Stage Performances

-Fireworks

-Food stall by Shri Bheema’s Aberdeen (Food to be bought separately)

Tickets:

Adult Members: £6

Adult Non-members: £7

Children Member below 12yrs : £4

Children Non-member below 12yrs: £5

Children under the age of 5 are free to attend

There are limited tickets so please do act fast.

For tickets please visit http://ianes.org/th_event/aberdeen-diwali-celebration-2018/

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/250256422505773/


Christmas Shopping Day At Tick Tock

Organiser: Tick Tock Play

Where: Alford, Aberdeenshire

Date:  Monday 19th November 2018
Time:  11:00AM-03:00PM

Description: Our Christmas Shopping Day will have stalls held by local crafters – a chance to shop whilst your wee ones have a play. A raffle with proceeds going to the Neonatal Unit(Special Nursery) at Aberdeen. The cafe will be open for Tea, Coffee and Scones.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/265580987625391/


Huntly Little OWLS

Organiser: Outdoor Woodland Learning School CIC – non-profit

Where: Battlehill Wood
Date:  Monday 19th November 2018
Time:  01:15PM-02:45PM

Description: Join us at Battlehill Woods for some fabulous fun in the forest. Explore and discover, then enjoy a campfire cooked snack and a hot chocolate round the fire. Meet at the bottom car park, and please wear warm waterproof clothing.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/112238833034203/


Big Book Bonanza 

Organiser: Home-Start Aberdeen

Where: Home-Start Aberdeen, 1A Alford Place, AB10 1YD Aberdeen

Date:  Thursday 22nd November 2018
Time: 10:00AM-03:00PM

Description: Make your own book advent bundles in time for 1 December!

All Home-Start Aberdeen families and their volunteers are warmly invited to get involved with our Big Book Bonanza.

Drop in during the day to select and wrap books to make a book advent bundle for your family to enjoy together during December.

Do you have books for us? Members of the public are also invited to support this event by dropping in during the day to donate any great quality or ‘as new’ books.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2354581227907817/


Aberdeen Christmas Village

Organiser: Aberdeen City Council – City Events

Where: Broad Street, Aberdeen, AB12 9, United Kingdom

Date:  Thursday 22nd November – Monday 31st December 2018
Time:  12:00PM-09:00PM

Description: In partnership with Aberdeen Inspired and delivered by Codona’s Amusement Park, we are thrilled to bring the Aberdeen Christmas Village back to the city. There will be something for ALL the family including a spectacular ice rink and a wonderful festive fairground.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2203023886612158/


Aberdeen Christmas Village – Open Air Ice Rink

Organiser: Aberdeen City Council – City Events

Where: Broad Street, Aberdeen, AB12 9
Date:  Thursday 22nd November – Monday 31st December 2018
Time:  12:00PM-09:00PM

Description: Boasting the beautiful backdrop of Marischal College, this family favourite is returning bigger and better! Skate on real ice under twinkling fairy lights while your family and friends keep warm and enjoy the refreshments on offer within the Village. (During the school holidays the rink will open at 11am)

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/326736724546418/


Aberdeen Christmas Village – Festive Rides

Organiser: Aberdeen City Council – City Events

Where: Upperkirkgate, Aberdeen, AB12 9, United Kingdom

Date:  Thursday 22nd November – Monday 31st December 2018
Time:  12:00PM-09:00PM

Description: Thrill seekers will be excited to see new rides, the Snowball and Freak Out added to the offering. Traditional favourites such as the

helterskelter and carousel return for the children along with the addition of bumper cars. *kiddies rides close at 8pm.

(During the school holidays the rides are open from 11am Monday to Friday.)

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/416344108897853/


Christmas in the Quad 

Organiser: Aberdeen City Council – City Events

Where: Marischal College Quad 

Date: Thursday 22nd November – Sunday 23rd December 2018
Time: 04:00PM-07:00PM

Description: We are delighted to present a new version of the Christmas Market to the people of Aberdeen for 2018. A wide range of locally produced crafts, arts and gifts, along with gourmet food and drink will be available from our open-air festive wooden cabins. With a unique offering each weekend, the market will showcase both new and established brands bringing you a high quality offering for your Christmas shopping. Come along and support some fantastic local businesses from the North East.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/352808125492085/


SHOPPING EVENT 

Organiser: Strathburn School/nursery Parent Council

Where: Strathburn School, AB51 4 Inverurie, Aberdeenshire

Date:  Thursday 22nd November 2018
Time: 06:30PM-09:00PM

Description: Christmas Shopping Event with over 20 stalls. Make a dent in your Christmas Shopping and support local businesses.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/684451935258977/


Christmas Tree Swich-on 

Organiser: Aberdeen City Council – City Events

Where: Castlegate Aberdeen

 Date:  Thursday 22nd November 2018
Time:  07:00PM-08:00PM

Description: Our twin town of Stavanger in Norway has once again kindly donated a magnificent Christmas tree. A carol service will be held at the Castlegate prior to the switch-on where the Lord Provost of Aberdeen and the Deputy Mayor of Stavanger will light up the beautiful spruce. Musical entertainment will be provided.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1214508202030394/


Ferryhill Kids – Friday Fun! 

Organiser: Kids at Ferryhill Baby and Toddler Groups

Where: Ferryhill Parish Church, Fonthill Road, AB11 6UD, Aberdeen

Date:  Friday 23rd November 2018
Time:  09:30AM-11:15AM

Description: Friday Fun is for toddlers to pre-school.  It’s a volunteer-led group so please come along, help set up and chat to other parents/carers.  Babies are welcome too, just ask for some of the baby toys/equipment.

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/528889630872926/?event_time_id=528889684206254


Don’t forget you can also check out our events calendar for planning ahead with events in Aberdeen City & Shire.