Events in Aberdeen From 13th April – 19th April 2026

You can find live music and comedy events across Aberdeen this week, offering solid options for evening entertainment beyond mainstream choices. Stand-up acts take place at smaller venues like The Lemon Tree on Union Street and The Tunnels in the Old Town Hall basement space, where new comedians perform alongside established names from local circuits such as Open Mic Nights at Bar 361 near Guild Street. These shows focus more on delivery than production, what you hear is often direct, unfiltered commentary shaped by audience response.

On the music side, curated sets emphasize mood and continuity: house and dance nights are held weekly at venues like The Cellar off Union Place or during weekend residencies at Rock & Roll Café near Rosemount. These evenings favor deeper cuts, driving rhythms from European producers over chart hits, and often feature guest DJs who’ve worked with regional collectives such as Aberdeen Underground Sounds. Some sets include live instrumentation, blurring the line between DJing and ensemble performance.

This blend of events reflects broader trends in the city’s cultural output: modest by design but intentional in execution. There’s no fanfare, just a steady current through venues known more for reliability than hype. Whether you're drawn to solo theatrical acts performed under low light at St Nicholas Church Hall or looking for house music that builds slowly across an evening, your best course remains checking the listings below.

Check the listings below for times and venues.