Events in Aberdeen From 6th April – 12th April 2026

You can find live music, family events, and community gatherings across Aberdeen this week. Children and young people with additional needs can join relaxed swimming sessions at Tullos Swimming Pool or take part in creative play workshops hosted by local arts groups. Families can explore outdoor activities like guided canoe trips on the River Dee, organised through community safety programmes, or enjoy laser tag events at Wynford Farm Play Barn, which incorporates elements of regional agricultural heritage.

Comedy nights include stand-up performances at Breakneck Comedy and longer shows at purpose-built theatres. Music ranges from Celtic fusion bands drawing inspiration from the north-east’s maritime roots to tribute concerts celebrating 1970s rock anthems played on local sound stages, and electronic dance music events in converted warehouse spaces near Victoria Dock.

For food culture, guided walking tours explore Aberdeen's historic fish markets along Union Street, some of which have operated since medieval times, and connect them to modern culinary traditions. Community market days at Inverurie Town Hall highlight produce from nearby farms around Cruden Bay and Pennan, reflecting local farming cycles tied to seasonal changes.

These events continue a civic practice seen throughout the city’s history: offering accessible opportunities for public engagement regardless of age or background. The week's offerings show how longstanding infrastructure, like Aberdeen Harbour and First Bus routes, is still central to daily life while supporting new forms of connection.