Events Around Aberdeenshire

Learn about Aberdeen’s history and colourful characters, from pirates to Lord Byron, in this free walking tour. Interested in learning more about Aberdeen? In this tour we cover Aberdeen’s social history, its quirky inhabitants and how it got to where it is today.

The Aberdeen Standard Investments Boat Race returns to the River Dee this March, as Aberdeen’s two universities go head-to-head once more in Scotland’s longest running boat race. The University of Aberdeen will challenge its rival Robert Gordon University (RGU).

¿Te gustaría aprender más sobre Aberdeen? En este recorrido, verás los aspectos más destacados del centro de la ciudad de Aberdeen, mientras descubres la historia social de Aberdeen, sus peculiares habitantes y sus fascinantes historias en un viaje por el pasado, presente y futuro por la ciudad del granito.

For over five hundred years, Old Aberdeen has been one of the great centres of learning in the North of Scotland. There can be no better place to celebrate Aberdeen’s greatest thinkers, scientists, explorers, inventors, writers and gardeners (yes, we do mean gardeners).

Join Hearing Dogs at Haddo House on 13 April 2019 for a fun-filled dog walk and change a deaf person’s life. Take part in a 3km or 8km walk and help raise funds for Hearing Dogs for Deaf People. What to expect?

Have fun discovering Aberdeen with two self-guided, quirky, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt. Buy in booklet or instant download format & get curious!Are you curious about Aberdeen? Looking for an unusual and quirky activity which gets you out in the fresh air whatever the weather?

Calling all adventure lovers! The award winning Kendal Mountain Festival is back on the road with its UK Tour. Join us for an evening packed full of amazing films and awe-inspiring talks from some of the world’s most impressive adventurers.

Exclusively Highlands brings their summer craft and food fair to Garioch Heritage Centre, Inverurie. Some of Scotlands finest handmade crafts and food producers will be appearing at this unique venue, which will be our only wheelchair and buggy friendly event in Aberdeenshire, no spiral stairs here!

Race for Life 10k is a great step up from our 5k events. The event is non-competitive and open to everyone – bring the whole family and walk, jog or run 10k at your own pace while raising valuable funds for Cancer Research UK’s lifesaving work.

Race for Life 5k is suitable for all ages and abilities. The event is non-competitive and open to everyone – bring the whole family and walk, jog or run 5k at your own pace while raising valuable funds for Cancer Research UK’s lifesaving work.

Nestled in the north east corner of Scotland, between Inverness and Aberdeen, Portsoy is a small former fishing port which boasts two beautiful harbours. The annual Scottish Traditional Boat Festival provides something for everyone - a real family affair.

Pretty Muddy 5k is a fun-filled muddy obstacle course. Scramble over the A-frame, crawl through the mud pit, bounce on the space hoppers and have fun with your friends while raising valuable funds for Cancer Research UK’s lifesaving work.

Scotland’s Favourite Zippos Circus is back on the road for 2019 with a new show titled The Magnificent Top Hat, celebrating 21 years since ringmaster Norman Barrett first appeared at Zippos Circus.

The finest Arts Craft & Foods and this year music come to Crathes Castle for our Summer at Crathes Fair. Throughout the first two floors of the Castle, the Horsemill, and in the Courtyard this really is an event not to be missed.

Scotland’s Favourite Zippos Circus is back on the road for 2019 with a new show titled The Magnificent Top Hat, celebrating 21 years since ringmaster Norman Barrett first appeared at Zippos Circus.

Girls aged 15-17 from schools across the UK are invited to apply for a fully funded place at this unique residential conference.

Exclusively Highlands is at Drum Castle for Drum’s Food and Craft Festival with more exhibitors than ever before as we combine the festival within the Castle, Brewhouse and Courtyard.

One of the grandest baronial castles in Scotland and one of the finest cafe/restaurants in the area Castle Fraser makes for a great weekend treat for Christmas shoppers.

Our fabulous Christmas Festival is being held at the ‘fairy tale’ Fyvie Castle. Over three days Fyvie Castle will be transformed into a festive treat for all and will include the finest array of Art, Craft and Food together with a festive (but non alcoholic) mulled wine in the racquets court and on the Saturday &...

Drum Castle Christmas Festival is now in it’s second year. Come and see the Castle transformed for the festive season, peruse Exclusively Highland’s unique Christmas Fair situated througout the entire castle - ceramics, candles, jewellery, photography, wood, felted creatures & art, try the wonderful...