Aberdeen this week
Issue date: Thursday 28 May 2026
Covering: Thursday 28 May 2026 to Wednesday 3 June 2026
Aberdeen has a busy few days ahead, with a Friday ceilidh, a Saturday market, a guided Nuart walk and strong choices across music, theatre and family activities. Friday looks like the best bet for outdoor plans, while later in the weekend turns more mixed.
Top 5 upcoming events
1. NAFCo Teaser - Family Friendly Fundraising Ceilidh
Friday 29 May, 7pm to 10pm at The Marcliffe Hotel. A family-friendly fundraising ceilidh ahead of the North Atlantic Fiddle Convention, with booking recommended. Under-18s need to be with a responsible adult.
2. Craft & Flea Market
Saturday 30 May, 10am to 4pm at the Music Hall. Browse independent makers, vintage finds and small traders in the city centre. Under-12s are listed as free.
3. Nuart Aberdeen 2026 Tour (West)
Sunday 31 May, 2pm to 3.30pm, meeting at 1-3 Holburn Street. The west-side guided walk takes in street art around the city, with free and paid ticket options listed.
4. Allegra
Running Thursday 28 to Saturday 30 May at His Majesty's Theatre. The Aberdeen run finishes this weekend, so check the performance time and ticket availability before heading along.
5. The Wildhearts
Thursday 28 May, doors 7pm at The Lemon Tree. A same-night rock show for anyone looking for a louder start to the weekend.
Food & drink
New opening or opening update: No new food or drink opening to flag this week, but there are a couple of current dining offers worth checking if you are planning a meal out.
Deal 1: Gio's by La Lombarda: Two courses from £22, with an optional wine upgrade, at the King Street restaurant. Valid on listed Monday to Saturday sittings, with online advance booking required and Sundays excluded.
Deal 2: Amarone Aberdeen: Three courses and cocktails for two for £49 on Union Street. Booking is needed, and Friday/Saturday times are more limited.
Family-friendly picks
- Little Explorer Day: Shaky Science: Thursday 28 May at Aberdeen Science Centre, aimed at younger children and included with normal admission.
- Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: Opens at Aberdeen Arts Centre on Wednesday 3 June, with later performances continuing afterwards.
Music, theatre and culture quick list
- Danny Bhoy: Dear World: Thursday 28 May, 8pm at the Music Hall.
- University of Aberdeen Chamber Choir - Aberdeen Art Gallery: Friday 29 May, 7.30pm to 9.15pm at Aberdeen Art Gallery.
- Dimensions: Friday 29 and Saturday 30 May, 6.30pm at Aberdeen Arts Centre, with dance and performance from local groups.
- Duke Special - 20th Anniversary of Songs From The Deep Forest: Saturday 30 May at The Lemon Tree, marking 20 years of the album.
Shopping and offers
- Doric Studio at Curated Aberdeen: Saturday 30 May, 10am to 5pm at Bon Accord Centre. Drop in for a local-maker pop-up from Doric Studio.
- Bon Accord Car Valet: One day of free parking is listed with a Bon Accord Car Valet wash ticket.
- Up to 30% off at Schuh: Union Square lists up to 30% off selected seasonal styles at Schuh.
Small business spotlight
Aberdeen Whisky Shop: The independent Union Street shop is hosting a Lindores Abbey whisky tasting on Friday 29 May at 7pm, with tickets available through the shop.
Looking ahead
- The Big Gig - Light the Blue 2026: Sunday 14 June at the Music Hall. A free, ticketed youth-led concert.
- Aberdeen Academy of Performing Arts presents Peter Pan the Musical: Saturday 20 to Sunday 21 June at The Tivoli Theatre.
- National Brick Events: Sunday 30 August at P&J Live, with tickets listed from £9 and under-5s free with a paying adult.
Quick weather note
Plan outdoor time around Friday if you can: the Met Office Aberdeen forecast has Aberdeen mostly dry and bright, though breezy, before a more mixed spell from later Saturday into early next week with rain or showers at times.
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