Aberdeen this week
Issue date: Thursday 11 June 2026
Covering: Thursday 11 June 2026 to Wednesday 17 June 2026
This week has a strong run of live performance, free exhibitions and family-friendly activity, with opera at HMT, a community gathering in Duthie Park and music across the city. There are also a few useful reasons to book ahead, including a free University of Aberdeen evening at the Art Gallery next Thursday.
Top 5 upcoming events
1. The Marriage of Figaro
Scottish Opera brings Mozart's comedy to His Majesty's Theatre from Thursday 11 to Saturday 13 June. It is a central, current-week theatre pick for anyone wanting a bigger night out.
2. Autistic Pride Aberdeen
On Sunday 14 June, 11am to 1pm, this free gathering takes place in Duthie Park between the bandstand and cafe. Booking is not required.
3. Beverley Knight: Born To Perform
Beverley Knight plays the Music Hall on Tuesday 16 June at 7pm, with tickets listed from GBP 35 to GBP 60.
4. Gray's School of Art Degree Show 2026
The annual degree show is open at RGU's Garthdee campus until Sunday 14 June. Entry is free, with around 150 graduating artists and designers showing work.
5. Adriana Brownlee: Death Zone
The mountaineer and adventurer is at The Lemon Tree on Tuesday 16 June at 7.30pm. Tickets are listed at GBP 20.50, with concessions at GBP 17.50.
Food & drink
New opening or opening update: SLO / Slo Living Studio: Rosemount Place has a new cafe and vintage craft studio, recently opened at number 144 and covered by local press this week.
Deal 1: Zizzi Aberdeen offers: the official Aberdeen offers page lists 30% off food until Friday 26 June, alongside other set-menu offers.
Deal 2: Chop Grill & Bar two courses for two: itison lists a GBP 35 voucher for two courses for two on St Andrew Street, valid during this issue window and requiring advance booking.
Family-friendly picks
- Play Space Installation: a free, drop-in Light the Blue installation at the Music Hall, open during venue hours until Saturday 13 June and suitable for young audiences and families.
- In The Night Garden Live: the Tivoli Theatre has three performances on Wednesday 17 June, at 10am, noon and 3pm, with all-ages tickets listed.
Music, theatre and culture quick list
- Twin Atlantic: at the Beach Ballroom on Thursday 11 June, with public booking details listed.
- LB26: 20 Tiny Plays About...: a free Light the Blue youth-theatre performance at The Lemon Tree on Friday 12 and Saturday 13 June.
- Coldplace tribute to Coldplay: at The Tivoli Theatre on Friday 12 June, with tickets listed at GBP 32.
- Big Country: at The Lemon Tree on Wednesday 17 June, with tickets listed at GBP 35.75.
Shopping and offers
- Spot The Ball / Paint The Town Tartan: Aberdeen Inspired's city-centre campaign starts on Thursday 11 June, with prizes and participating business activity tied to Scotland's World Cup week.
- Next Summer Sale at Bon Accord: the centre's Next page lists at least 50% off sale items while stock is available.
- Union Square Quiet Hour: on Sunday 14 June, 11am to noon, the centre runs its quieter shopping hour with music off and lights dimmed where possible.
Small business spotlight
Juniper: the independent Belmont Street shop has Nomination jewellery shopping-spree offers live on its homepage, and its contact page lists Monday to Saturday opening.
Looking ahead
- The Magic of the Mind: Thursday 18 June, 7pm to 10pm, at Aberdeen Art Gallery. A free University of Aberdeen evening of illusions, psychology, neuroscience, robotics, virtual reality and live magic, with booking required.
- The UnTalent Show: Aberdeen Arts Centre hosts the fundraiser on Saturday 20 June, with public tickets available.
- Aberdeen City Orchestra: The Planets: at the Music Hall on Saturday 20 June, with the programme centred on Holst's orchestral suite.
Quick weather note
The Met Office Aberdeen forecast points to Thursday as the wettest-looking day, with Friday to Sunday more usable for outdoor plans and Sunday currently the driest, brightest option. Early next week looks cloudier again, with some rain risk.
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