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Community

Around £24.87

The Arenacross Tour

Arenacross returns to Aberdeen for a spectacular weekend of world-class racing, freestyle motocross, pyrotechnics and unforgettable family entertainment. Following packed-out arenas and passionate Scottish crowds, Arenacross is back at P&J Live with two incredible shows taking place on Friday 26th & Saturday 27th February 2027! With returning open pits experiences giving fans unprecedented access to riders and teams, plus incredible value and memories that will last long after the final chequered flag, Arenacross offers one of the most exciting and affordable family days out in the North East. Whether you're cheering on local talent or experiencing Arenacross for the first time, get ready for a weekend like no other. And with family tickets for under £100*, there’s no reason to miss out! *excluding booking fees, subject to availability P&J Live newsletter subscribers can access venue presale on Thursday 2nd July at 10amGeneral on sale starts on Friday 3rd July at 10am View this event and book your tickets →

Sat 27 FebP&J Live(3.9mi)

via P&J Live

Community

Around £17.50

AutoFest Aberdeen 2027

Scotland’s only fully indoor car show, AutoFest Aberdeen is set to return to P&J Live in 2027 following the huge success of its 2026 event. After drawing strong crowds and widespread praise from exhibitors and visitors alike, the show is gearing up for an even bigger and better experience, firmly cementing its place in the north-east’s motoring calendar. From classic Ford models to brand new supercars and rare Japanese icons, AutoFest Aberdeen will once again showcase an impressive and diverse range of vehicles. Popular displays from Renomotive, Grampian Rally, Crimond Stockcar Raceway, Bon Accord Motorcycle Club and Grampian Kart Club are all expected to return, representing the very best of local motorsport. Building on the excitement of 2026, visitors can also look forward to live entertainment and interactive attractions, including stunt displays, remote-control experiences and family-friendly activities. Young petrolheads will have the chance to meet walkabout characters and enjoy a variety of attractions, while the bustling trade village will offer everything from automotive products to unique lifestyle goods. View this event and book your tickets →

Sun 21 MarP&J Live(3.9mi)

via P&J Live

Community

Around £27.00

Comic Con Scotland Aberdeen 2027

COMIC CON SCOTLAND (ABERDEEN) is part of the Monopoly Events family of pop culture conventions, attracting over ten thousand fans annually to the P&J Live. The main attraction every year is of course the star guests, and we always endeavour to bring you a variety of exciting names from movies, tv, streaming, gaming, anime and sports entertainment. In this and previous years Comic Con Scotland (Aberdeen) has been proud to host the likes of Karen Gillan, Lea Thompson, Chandler Riggs & Peter Weller. Tickets on sale now. View this event and book your tickets →

Sat 27 MarP&J Live(3.9mi)

via P&J Live

Community

Nathan Carter - Music Hall

Nathan Carter is a talented singer hailing from Liverpool, currently residing in Ireland. With his soulful voice and charismatic stage present, Nathan has captured the hearts of music lovers across the UK and Ireland. Known for his No1 albums and chart-topping hits, Nathan has established himself as a prominent figure in the music industry.

Sat 10 AprVisitAberdeenshire(4mi)

via VisitAberdeenshireLocal gem

Doric Messiah - Longside Parish Church Hall

Community

Around £15.00

Doric Messiah - Longside Parish Church Hall

In 2018 our current President Gordon M Hay MBE was requested by Aberdeen Universitys Elphinstone Institute to translate Handels Messiah into Doric. Excerpts were performed in St Machars Cathedral Aberdeen and St Margarets Braemar under the direction of Prof Paul Mealor. There has never been a performance of the whole work.

Sat 29 MayVisitAberdeenshire(4mi)

via VisitAberdeenshireLocal gem

Live Music

Around £16.00

Dee Don Danube (Past Event AJF 2026)

This Event has now ended A unique collaboration uniting musicians from Aberdeen and its twin city Regensburg in Germany, the Dee Don Danube project has been a highlight of Aberdeen Jazz Festival for many years. Drawing on connections between the two cities, the group presents original music shaped by shared traditions, new friendships and an open, creative approach to improvisation. From Aberdeen, vocalist AiiTee and pianist Neil Birse will be joined by Josef Nitsch and Julius Peter Nitsch. AiiTee is a talented up and coming singer/songwriter based in Scotland. Originally from Nigeria, AiiTee’s style is a unique blend of Afrobeat, Soul, Gospel and R&B. She started releasing music at the start of 2020 and has seen her music grow from strength to strength. Aberdeen-born Neil Birse is a superb jazz pianist and composer who has built a rich and varied career performing across Scotland, London and beyond. His playing combines technical skill with a wonderful feel for improvisation and he brings real energy and creativity to every performance. Peter Julius Nitsch (1980) from Regensburg, Germany, studied in Amsterdam and New York, played and lived in Amsterdam, New York, Rio De Janeiro, now living in Berlin, played with musicians a.o. Nils Landgren, Edu Ribeiro and Candy Dulfer. Josef Nitsch (1979) from Regensburg Germany, studied in The Hague, currently lives there too, played with musicians a.o. Branford Marsalis, John Ruocco and David Liebman.

Thu 23 JulJazz Scotland(7.9mi)

via Jazz Scotland

Community

Ministry of Science Live: Science Saved the World

We've tracked down Ministry of Science Live: Science Saved the World at His Majesty's Theatre. For the rest of the intel, you'll want their website.

Thu 23 JulHis Majesty's Theatre(8mi)

via His Majesty's TheatreLocal gem

Community

Community Group

Community Group. Gilcomston Church. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Thu 23 Jul10:00Gilcomston Church(8.1mi)

via Gilcomston Church

Community

Fellowship Coffee

Fellowship Coffee T hursday 23 July, 10.30 am, at the Centre Everyone is very welcome to join us for teas, coffees, a fine piece and good company. We look forward to seeing you there.

Thu 23 Jul11:30Rubislaw Parish Church(7.5mi)

via Rubislaw Parish ChurchLocal gem

Community

Gin School Experience

Distil your own gin at the Gin School Experience!

Thu 23 Jul14:00City of Aberdeen Distillery(8.6mi)

via City of Aberdeen DistilleryLocal gem

Live Music

Live Music on the Terrace: Ellen Bain

The Ivy Lodge Aberdeen has got Live Music on the Terrace: Ellen Bain pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Thu 23 Jul19:00The Ivy Lodge Aberdeen(8.4mi)

via The Ivy Lodge Aberdeen

Likely freeCommunity

Dreaming in Driftwood

Our Dreaming in Driftwood workshop is a space where imagination meets the shoreline and creativity is shaped by nature.

Thu 23 Jul19:00Footdee Community Hall(9.3mi)

via Footdee Community Hall

Sports & Fitness

Circuit Training

Midmar Public Hall is putting on Circuit Training and we're making sure you know about it. Job done. Details on their site.

Thu 23 Jul19:45Midmar Public Hall(9.3mi)

via Midmar Public HallLocal gem

Community

Mah Jong

Another belter from Midmar Public Hall. Mah Jong — pop over to their site for the full lowdown.

Thu 23 Jul21:00Midmar Public Hall(9.3mi)

via Midmar Public HallLocal gem

Community

Around £21

CBeebies House Party Live

You’re all invited to the CBeebies House Party LIVE!

Fri 24 JulHis Majesty's Theatre(8mi)

via His Majesty's TheatreLocal gem

Community

Around £14

Werewolf (International Season 2026)

ATTENTION: Multiple new occurrences are now confirmed and verified. Healthy citizens must report to their safehouses by sunset and shelter in place…

Fri 24 JulHis Majesty's Theatre(8mi)

via His Majesty's TheatreLocal gem

Comedy

Around £17.50

Breakneck Comedy: JoJo Sutherland

This charismatic comic performs in comedy clubs worldwide where she is in as much demand for her compere abilities as she is for her comedy routine. Her natural stage presence alongside her “healthy neglect” attitude to life proves extremely popular amongst many and varied audiences including the armed forces where she remains as one of the few women to go to military bases to entertain the troops.

Fri 24 JulHis Majesty's Theatre(8mi)

via His Majesty's TheatreLocal gem

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Aberdeenshire, Scotland

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