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John Kearns: Tilting at Windmills - The Lemon Tree

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Around £25.00

John Kearns: Tilting at Windmills - The Lemon Tree

Tilting at Windmills is the brand-new stand-up show from Taskmaster alumni and double Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner, John Kearns. A fragmented, digressing…

Sun 26 JulVisitAberdeenshire(3.5mi)

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André Rieu - P&J Live

There is no more natural a successor to the great Johann Strauss than André Rieu. The Dutch conductor, violinist and composer has taken many cues from the…

Sun 26 JulVisitAberdeenshire(3.5mi)

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Russell Howard - Music Hall

Presenter, actor, and much-loved funny man.

Sun 26 JulVisitAberdeenshire(3.5mi)

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The Drifters - P&J Live

The Drifters are back on tour in the UK performing all their classic hits including 'Saturday Night at the Movies', 'You're More Than A Number,' 'Come on…

Sun 26 JulVisitAberdeenshire(3.5mi)

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The Getaway Show - P&J Live

The ultimate caravan, motorhome, and outdoor leisure show is set to hold its inaugural event in the Northeast of Scotland. The Getaway Show opens at Aberdeen’s P&J Live from 3rd to 5th October 2025 and showcases the caravan and leisure industry’s...

Sun 26 JulVisitAberdeenshire(3.5mi)

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Polish Scottish Mini Festival 2026: Kazik - The…

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Around £42.50

Polish Scottish Mini Festival 2026: Kazik - The…

- Arts & Culture Polish Scottish Mini Festival 2026: Kazik - The Lemon Tree Dates: 13th Sept - 21st Jul 2026 6:00 PM - 4:47 PM About Polish Scottish Mini Festival 2026: Kazik - The Lemon Tree Kazimierz "Kazik" Piotr Staszewski, born March 12, 1963, is a prominent Polish musician, singer, songwriter, and columnist. He is best known as the frontman of the band Kult, which he co-founded in 1982. Besides Kult, he has been involved in numerous other musical projects, including Kazik Na Żywo, Buldog, El Dupa, Yugoton, and Zuch Kazik, and has also pursued a successful solo career. Performances

Sun 26 Jul19:00VisitAberdeenshire(3.5mi)

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Dance

Around £27.50

Lord of the Dance: A Lifetime of Standing…

- Arts & Culture Lord of the Dance: A Lifetime of Standing Ovations - His Majesty's Theatre Dates: 28th Jul - 21st Jul 2026 7:45 PM - 4:47 PM About Lord of the Dance: A Lifetime of Standing Ovations - His Majesty's Theatre Michael Flatley is back with a dazzling revival of his iconic dance extravaganza. It promises to be an extraordinary journey that will captivate audiences again with this record-breaking show. Performances

Tue 28 Jul20:45VisitAberdeenshire(3.5mi)

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Theatre

Around £29.50

Operation Mincemeat - His Majesty's Theatre

Operation Mincemeat is the 2024 Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical. It’s London’s biggest hit with 77 Five-Star reviews making it the best-reviewed show in West End history. Now also a Tony-nominated Best Musical on Broadway!

Tue 11 AugVisitAberdeenshire(3.5mi)

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Community

Around £9.00

National Brick Events

National Brick Events is heading back to Aberdeen on Sunday 30th August 2026 for what promises to be our largest event to date. After the brilliant response to our previous Aberdeen shows, we’re excited to return to P&J Live with a much bigger offering than ever before. This time, the event will span two huge halls, giving visitors even more to explore, more activities to enjoy, and more brick fun packed into one day. With demand continuing to grow in the North of Scotland, the Aberdeen event has quickly become one of the standout dates on the National Brick Events calendar. The move across two halls means more space for incredible displays, more room for traders, and more hands-on activities for visitors of all ages. Visitors can expect a huge range of attractions throughout the day, including impressive fan-built displays, rare and retired LEGO sets, the latest releases, minifigures, dedicated traders, large brick play areas, interactive activities, and plenty more surprises along the way. Whether you’re a serious collector, a passionate builder, or simply looking for a fun family day out, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. With two huge halls, more activities than ever before, and our biggest Aberdeen show yet, this is set to be one of the standout brick fan events in Scotland this year. View this event and book your tickets →

Sun 30 AugP&J Live(3.4mi)

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Live Music

Around £40.00

Jane McDonald - Living The Dream Tour

National treasure and singing sensation Jane McDonald is officially Living The Dream as she announces a brand-new UK tour with a date at P&J Live on Wednesday 2nd September 2026. The star of stage and screen will embark on a 19-date tour across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Living The Dream will see Jane headline the UK’s favourite arenas and theatres and to ensure fans don’t miss out, Jane is playing multi-dates in Blackpool and the world-famous London Palladium. In support of the tour, Jane will release her new album Living The Dream next Spring. Recorded in Nashville at the famous Blackbird Studios, Living The Dream is Jane’s 11th studio album and presents her nod to Country unveiling her passion for the music boasting nine original songs and four stunning reworkings of Country classics, showcasing her dynamic and diverse musicality. Artist presale starts on Thursday 27th November at 10amTickets go on general sale on Friday 28th November at 10am View this event and book your tickets →

Wed 2 SeptP&J Live(3.4mi)

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The Drifters (Hall C)

The Drifters have announced their 2026 Tour plans with over 100 UK dates. They’re bringing their live show to the P&J Live on Saturday 5th September 2026. The legendary group have previously been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, listed among the greatest artists of all time by Rolling Stone magazine and have produced an incredible list of hits - including; Saturday Night at the Movies, Come on Over to My Place, Stand By Me, Under the Boardwalk and many, many more! Following the phenomenal success of the group resurgence in recent years, The Drifters will be back on the road with a line up hand-picked by Tina Treadwell herself - President of the Treadwell Entertainment Group and owner of The Drifters name. Three Presale: Wednesday 6th August 2025 @ 10amVenue Presale: Thursday 7th August 2025 @ 10amGeneral On Sale: Friday 8th August 2025 @ 10am View this event and book your tickets →

Sat 5 SeptP&J Live(3.4mi)

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Sports & Fitness

Around £10.97

The Gauntlet Fitness Race

Take your fitness further with The Gauntlet Fitness Race, coming to P&J Live 5th and 6th of September 2026. This epic two-day athletic spectacle will push competitors to their absolute limits with fierce challenges, heart-pounding action, and an atmosphere buzzing with energy. The Gauntlet’s fast, functional test combines cardio machines, bodyweight work, strength-based challenges and the famous hurdles. Competitors can choose to take on The Gauntlet individually or join forces with a partner, with divisions available for female, male, and mixed pairs. From ages 16 to 50+, the diverse divisions welcome competitors of all ages to take part. Follow @officialgauntletuk on Instagram for event updates. View this event and book your tickets →

Sat 5 SeptP&J Live(3.4mi)

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Live Music

André Rieu

World-renowned violinist and conductor André Rieu is thrilled to announce his highly anticipated return to the United Kingdom and Ireland in 2026. Known as the “King of Waltz,” Rieu will once again enchant his audiences with his Johann Strauss Orchestra, promising unforgettable evenings filled with romance, humour, and musical magic. The United Kingdom and Ireland Tour will see André Rieu perform in some of the country’s most iconic arenas including Aberdeen on Wednesday 9 September 2026. With over 40 million albums sold worldwide and more than 700,000 fans attending his concerts each year, André Rieu stands among the most successful live performers of our time. His shows are renowned for their joyful atmosphere, dazzling costumes, spectacular stage designs, and a repertoire that spans classical masterpieces, musicals, film scores, and, of course, his signature waltzes. André scored 13 top ten Albums in the UK charts during the past years and his concert films have consistently broken box office records in UK and Ireland cinemas. These achievements highlight André Rieu's exceptional popularity and the significant impact he has had on the UK's classical music scene, both in terms of album sales and live concert experiences.Three presale: Wed 4th June at 12pmVenue presale: Thurs 5th June at 12pmGeneral on sale: Fri 6th June at 12pm View this event and book your tickets →

Wed 9 SeptP&J Live(3.4mi)

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Rob Lamberti Presents Perfectly George (Hall C)

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Around £35.00

Rob Lamberti Presents Perfectly George (Hall C)

Featuring the incredible voice of Rob Lamberti, this show has wowed audiences around the country and Europe and lifted them to their feet, in a dynamic show that tactfully and appropriately celebrates the career of one of the most gifted performers of a generation. From Wham! all the way through to the diverse eras of George’s hugely successful solo career, including timeless hits like Careless Whisper, Faith, I’m Your Man, Club Tropicana, and so many more, the show tells the story of George Michael in the vast repertoire of songs that made him an icon to so many. Rob Lamberti, definitively & perfectly George, instantly became a fan favourite across social media. Quite simply, as leading theatre blog West End Wilma called, ‘a… brilliant show…. nothing short of perfection, and what a magical way to pay homage to the late and great, Mr George Michael.’ Ditto the Southern Daily Echo commented that the show ‘… had the entire audience from the stalls to the balcony up on their feet dancing.’ Rob Lamberti is a star in his own right after featuring on the BBC’s ‘Even Better Than the Real Thing’ in 2017. Bearing a voice worthy of performing George’s remarkable catalogue of hits, he has gone on to establish a successful career playing homage to his hero. Rob also featured in the Steve Coogan film Greed. Three presale: 27th October at 10amOn Sale: 29th October at 10am View this event and book your tickets →

Fri 11 SeptP&J Live(3.4mi)

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The Getaway Show Aberdeen 2026

Discover more about the Getaway Show on the website here. The Getaway Show, in partnership with John Clark Motor Group, returns for its second year in 2026, bringing even more inspiration, innovation and adventure to the Northeast of Scotland. Following a successful debut, the ultimate caravan, motorhome and outdoor leisure show will once again take over Aberdeen’s P&J Live from 25th to 27th September 2026, inviting visitors to discover the very latest in touring vehicles, campervans and outdoor living. With new season models released in late summer, The Getaway Show will be one of the first opportunities for Scottish enthusiasts to see, compare and step inside the newest designs, all in one place. Tickets are available to book now. Families are warmly welcomed, with children under 16 able to attend free, making the show a great day out as well as a chance to plan future trips together. Tickets can be purchased in person from Aberdeen Box Office, open Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 6pm. From the latest caravans and motorhomes to practical self-build campervan interior ideas, alongside camping and outdoor equipment designed to make every trip easier and more comfortable, the show is packed with ideas to help visitors plan their next escape.

Sun 27 SeptP&J Live(3.4mi)

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The Getaway Show Aberdeen 2026

Sun 27 Sept11:00P&J Live(3.4mi)

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Live Music

Around £52.50

Ministry of Sound Classical

This ain’t no DJ set! Ministry of Sound Classical takes on the very best tunes hand-picked from dance music history and recreated in a breathtaking performance by an incredible 30-piece orchestra. Ministry of Sound Classical sees your favourite dance tracks re-orchestrated, re-imagined and re-lived by a breathtaking 30-piece orchestra, top DJs, stunning vocalists and a sound and light experience like no other.Three presale: Friday 16th January @ 12pmVenue presale: Monday 19th January @ 12pm / Sign up hereOn sale: Tuesday 20th January @ 12pm View this event and book your tickets →

Sat 3 OctP&J Live(3.4mi)

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