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Open Air Ice Rink Monday - Friday, 12pm - 10pm (School Holidays, open from 11am Monday - Friday) Saturday & Sunday, 10am - 10pm Against the beautiful backdrop of Marischal College, skate on real ice under twinkling fairy lights while your family and friends watch from the viewing area and enjoy the refreshments on offer within the Village.
Festive Fairground Rides Monday - Thursday, 12pm - 11pm Friday, 12pm - 12am (School Holidays, open from 11am Monday - Friday) Saturday, 10am - 12am Sunday, 10am - 11pm *children’s rides close at 8pm Thrill seekers will be excited to see the return of the Blizzard standing at over 150ft high, along with the popular Freak Out and Miami. For our younger visitors, festive favourites such as the Helter Skelter and Candy Cane Bungee Trampolines return along with the new Balloon Ride.
ABERDEEN CHRISTMAS VILLAGE Broad Street - Thursday 21 November - Tuesday 31 December In partnership with Aberdeen Inspired and delivered by Codona’s Amusement Park, we are thrilled to bring the Aberdeen Christmas Village back to the city centre. There is something for ALL the family including a spectacular ice rink, Christmas Market and a wonderful festive fairground with both new and returning attractions. Please visit aberdeeninspired.com/christmasvillage for more information.
IT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS...
Aberdeen will come alive with seasonal sparkle for the 2019 festive season. Christmas in Aberdeen includes events and activities for all to enjoy.
Christmas Crazy GolfMonday - Friday, 12pm - 10pm (School Holidays, open from 11am Monday - Friday)Saturday & Sunday, 10am - 10pm Our new attraction for 2019 is perfect for a Christmas night out with friends or something for the whole family to enjoy. Test your skills on our 9-hole course filled with festive cheer…. why not try for a ‘noel’ in one!
Refreshments Monday - Thursday, 12pm - 11pm Friday, 12pm - 12am (School Holidays, open from 11am Monday - Friday) Saturday, 10am - 12am Sunday, 10am - 11pm Soak up the festive atmosphere and enjoy some seasonal favourites including the new Sweet House offering crepes and churros and the welcome return of Bailey’s Hot Chocolate.
Christmas in the QuadOur popular open-air Christmas Market returns to Marischal College Quadrangle from Thursday to Sunday in the lead up to Christmas. Featuring an increased number of stalls and extended opening hours, the event will showcase a unique line up each week of locally produced crafts, arts and gifts, along with gourmet food and drink. Please see pg. 6. for event dates and opening hours.
Santa’s GrottoSaturday and Sunday until 22 December, 11am - 5pm Come along and meet Santa and his merry elves in his Christmas cabin within Marischal College Quadrangle, where every child will receive a fantastic early Christmas present.
Friends of ANCHOR Silent Disco AdventureFridays 5pm - 9pm, Saturdays 2pm - 8pm, Sundays 1pm - 5pm. Running from Friday 22nd November - Sunday 22nd December. Events begin on the hour and last 30 minutes. Tickets available at Aberdeen Christmas Village or pre-book by emailing [email protected] and dance through the Christmas Village with the city’s first ever silent disco tour! Gather together your family, friends or workmates and grab one of our headsets to rock around every Christmas tree! Celebrating the festivities in style, you’ll join your tour guide from the famous Silent Adventures - the team who brought you this year’s Edinburgh Fringe Silent Disco. All profits going to our chosen charity, Friends of ANCHOR.
Relaxed Skating SessionMonday 30 December 10am - 11am Low music and no strobe lights aim to make this hour as inclusive as possible. For further information call 01224 595 910 or email: [email protected]
Aberdeen Christmas Village is kindly supported by Vodafone Gigafast and CityFibre. Our charity partner for 2019 is Friends of ANCHOR.
Aberdeen Christmas Village is brought to you by Aberdeen City Council and Aberdeen Inspired. aberdeencity.gov.uk aberdeeninspired.com
CHRISTMAS TREE SWITCH-ONCastlegate - Thursday 21 November 2019, 7pm - FREE
Our twin town of Stavanger in Norway has once again kindly donated a magnificent Christmas tree. A carol service with performances from APA Tutti Voices and Stavanger Gospelkoret Abraham will be held at the Castlegate prior to the switch-on where the Lord Provost of Aberdeen and the Deputy Mayor of Stavanger will light up the beautiful spruce.
CHARLIE HOUSE SANTA FUN RUNUnion Street - Sunday 24 November, 5.15pm
Be part of the Christmas Lights Switch-on parade by running down Union Street dressed as Santa - raise money for Charlie House at the same time! Sign up at www.charliehouse.org.uk before 24 November
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON PARADE Union Street - Sunday 24 November, 5.30pm - FREE
Aberdeen’s Christmas lights will be switched on in a festive themed parade led by the Lord Provost of Aberdeen.
TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS WOODEN SCULPTURE TRAILSunday 1 - Tuesday 24 December - FREE
Twelve unique and striking totem pole sculptures have been located across the city centre for you to find and solve the Christmas puzzle. Created by local chainsaw wood carver Gary Shand, the carvings depict the popular carol, The Twelve Days of Christmas. Join the fun by downloading the trail sheet from www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/christmas and use the letters found on each sculpture to reveal the Christmas answer. Use the hashtag #ABDN12days to share your photos of you completing the trail.
NATIVITY SCENESt Nicholas Kirkyard - Monday 2 December, 11am unveiling Open daily until Tuesday 7 January 2020, dawn - dusk - FREE
An important reminder of what Christmas is all about. Aberdeen Churches Together will officially bless the crib, and refreshments will be available after the event.
CAROL CONCERTSDavid Welch Winter Gardens, Duthie Park - Saturday 14 December 11am and 2pm - FREE
Sing your favourite carols to the accompaniment of the Bon Accord Silver Band and Coro Piccolo. The Granite City Chorus will provide entertainment as you arrive and The Friends of Duthie Park will be accepting food bank donations in aid of CFINE.
HOGMANAY CELEBRATIONSSchoolhill - Tuesday 31 December, from 9.00pm Fireworks at midnight - FREE
Bring in the bells this year at the ultimate Aberdeen street party!
Three top-class musical acts will be the focal point of Aberdeen’s Hogmanay celebrations, closing the city’s festivities in style.
Performing live on stage at Schoolhill from 9pm, the musicians will entertain the crowds on December 31 before a stunning fireworks display at the stroke of midnight.
First to perform on stage at 9pm will be a local musician, followed by the 101, culminating with One Night of Queen by Gary Mullen and The Works.
Just before midnight the music will end ready for the countdown to a unique fireworks display guaranteed to welcome in 2020 in style.
General event information
The main entrance to the event is via Schoolhill at the junction of Back Wynd and Harriet Street.
Accessibility viewing - The event is fully accessible and an area has been provided for the comfort of those with accessibility needs beside the Art Gallery.
This event is not suitable for animals with the exception of guide dogs. Please note there will be large crowds, loud music and fireworks.
In the interest of public safety please do not bring your own fireworks to this event. Fireworks are not permitted and anyone found with fireworks will have them removed.
Please do not bring glass bottles into the event space as no glass is permitted.
Bag searches will be carried out.
Please dress suitably for this event and be sure to check the weather report before leaving to attend!
COMMUNITY EVENTSFull details of all the events below can be found at aberdeencity.gov.uk/christmas
Cults, Bieldside & Milltimber Christmas Lights Switch On 23 November, 4pm - 6pm, The Hub Café - Cults Kirk Centre
Kaimhill Primary School Christmas Fayre28 November, 5.30pm - 7pm, Adult £2 / Children £1
Danestone Primary Christmas Fayre 30 November, 10am - 1pm
Glashieburn Primary School PTA Christmas Fayre30 November, 10am - 12pm
Kingsford Primary School Christmas Fayre 30 November, 11am - 2pm
Scotstown Primary School Christmas Fayre 30 November, 1pm - 3pm
Altens Community Centre Christmas Fayre1 December, 12pm - 2pm
Craigiebuckler Connections Celebrates Christmas 1 December, 2.30pm - 4.30pm, Craigiebuckler Parish Church
Kingswells Church Community Carol Service at Kingswells Community Centre6 December, 6.30pm
Gathimba Edwards Foundation Christmas Fayre8 December, 10am - 2pm, Aberdeen Arts Centre, Adults £1/Children FREE
Hillview Community Church Carols by Candlelight15 December, 6.30pm
Dyce Parish Church Carols in the Garden17 December, 6.30pm
Hazlehead Primary School Christmas Music Concert19 December, 6.30pm, Craigiebuckler Parish Church
Queen’s Cross Church, Business Community Carol Service18 December, 12.30pm
Hebron Evangelical Church - Christmas Carol Concert21 December, 7.30pm
St Stephen’s Church - Children’s Christmas Nativity22 December, 11am
Queen’s Cross Church, Beer and Carols The Dutch Mill Hotel, Queen’s Road22 December, 6.30pm
Dyce Parish Church Christmas Eve Family Service24 December, 6.30pm
Kingswells Church Watchnight Service24 December, 11.30pm
Hillview Community Church Christmas Day Celebrations25 December, 10.30am
St Stephen’s Church - Christmas Day Family Service25 December, 10.30am
More community events listings can be found at aberdeencity.gov.uk/christmas
ABERDEEN CHRISTMAS MARKETSChristmas in the QuadMarischal College Quadrangle
lWeekend 1: Thursday 21 - Sunday 24 November
lWeekend 2: Thursday 28 November - Sunday 1 December
lWeekend 3: Thursday 5 - Sunday 8 December
lWeekend 4: Thursday 12 - Sunday 15 December
lWeekend 5: Thursday 19 - Sunday 22 December
Thursday, 4pm - 8pm Friday, 12pm - 8pm Saturday, 11am - 8pm Sunday, 11am-6pm
*Open until 8pm on Sunday 24th November
Returning for a second year we are delighted to present a wide range of locally produced crafts, arts and gifts, along with gourmet food and drink from our open-air festive wooden cabins. With a unique offering each weekend, the market will showcase both new and established brands bringing you a high quality offering for your Christmas shopping. Come along and support some fantastic local businesses from the North East. To see which businesses you can find at the event each week, please visit aberdeeninspired.com/christmasvillage
Belmont Street Market Saturday 30 November/ 7 December / 14 December / 21 December
Thistle Street Market Saturday 9 November / 14 December
Etsy Made Local - Aberdeen Top Floor Home Comforts Store, Union Square, 28 November - 1 December 2019, Thursday 5pm - 8pm, Friday 10am - 6pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am - 5pm With over 40 stalls showcasing a range of local Etsy makers and designers - including printmakers, ceramicists, jewellers, textile artists, we are sure to have something for everyone. Etsy Made Local events are organised by a group of Etsy sellers and the team donate stall fees to a range of local charities.
German Bar - Jager Haus Union Square, 22 October 2019 - 5 January 2020
12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS WOODEN SCULPTURE TRAIL PARTRIDGE IN A PEAR TREECastlegate
TWO TURTLE DOVES Aberdeen Arts Centre
THREE FRENCH HENSSt Nicholas Kirkyard
FOUR CALLING BIRDS Broad Street
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SIX GEESE A LAYINGBon Accord Centre
SEVEN SWANS A SWIMMING Rosemount Viaduct
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TEN LORDS A LEAPINGSchoolhill
ELEVEN PIPERS PIPINGUnion Square
TWELVE DRUMMERS DRUMMINGThe Green
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CHRISTMAS TREE SWITCH-ONCastlegate
CHARLIE HOUSE SANTA RUN Union Street
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON PARADE Union Street
NATIVITY SCENESt Nicholas Kirkyard, Union Street
CAROL CONCERTSDavid Welch Winter Gardens, Duthie Park
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HAAN Design Pop-UpFriday 6 December, 6pm - 8pm. Saturday 7 December, 10am - 5pmSunday 8 December, 11am - 4pmA local word for ‘hand’, HAAN celebrates the finest products crafted in the North East. For one weekend only, an inspiring range of skilled designers and makers showcase their products - all under the spectacular new roof of the revitalised Art Gallery.
Creatively ChristmassyFriday 6 December, 6pm - 8pmTry your hand at making a super-cool Christmas decoration with expert guidance from talented local designers at this family-friendly drop-in workshop.
Musicians from Aberdeen City Music SchoolThursday 12 December, 12.45pm (45mins) - FREEA welcome return to the lunchtime series by talented local musicians.
Carols for allThursday 19 December, 12.45pm - FREEColin Brockie (Baritone) and Roger Williams (Piano) lead the singing of Christmas Carols.
ExhibitionsMartin Parr - Think Of ScotlandSaturday 2 November 2019 - Sunday 23 February 2020Martin Parr loves Scotland. The world-renowned photographer has been returning here for 25 years, taking pictures the length and breadth of the country. Also on display is Aberdeen At Leisure, a new series of portraits of the city commissioned by Aberdeen Art Gallery to celebrate its landmark redevelopment. Will you spot someone you know? Presented by Magnum Photos and Aberdeen Art Gallery.
Alchemy - Inspiring Art, Inspiring ScienceSaturday 2 November 2019 - Sunday 2 February 2020The first exhibition in our new gallery showcasing the work of local schools, colleges, arts organisations and presents work by Aberdeen school pupils inspired by objects borrowed from our collection during the Art Gallery closure.
Aberdeen Art GalleryOpen 7 days, Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm and Sunday 11am - 4pm - FREEwww.aagm.co.uk
CHRISTMAS AT ABERDEEN ART GALLERY
With unique independent boutiques and all of your favourite high street stores, Aberdeen is the perfect destination for your Christmas shopping.
Bon Accord Centre With more than 70 shops including John Lewis, Marks & Spencer, Topshop, Disney Store, River Island, as well as some more specialised stores, whether you’re looking for fashion, beauty, the must have gift or the latest gadget, you’re sure to find it at Bon Accord. With a festive line up planned including the popular light displays, late night shopping and Santa’s Grotto - Bon Accord is Christmas in the city’s heart. bonaccordaberdeen.com
Trinity Centre The Trinity Centre is home to over 20 shops, bringing you everything from fashion to footwear, DVDs to jewellery, accessories to eateries all under one roof. With high street brands like Debenhams, Toy Town and Primark - find your Christmas gifts for the trickiest family member right here. The Trinity Centre car park has over 400 spaces. trinityaberdeen.co.uk
Union Square Union Square boasts over 85 stores and restaurants, a 10 screen cinema and a 203 bedroom hotel right in the centre of Aberdeen. With stores such as Marks and Spencer, Zara and Apple, and restaurants ranging from YO! Sushi, Nando’s and Zizzi, Union Square has Christmas covered. unionsquareaberdeen.com
Union Street and West End finds Experience Aberdeen’s granite mile, the sparkling heart of our festive city. Union Street boasts a mixture of independent and high street stores as well as an abundance of popular cafés and restaurants. Venture beyond the high-street to nearby Rosemount and the West End to find streets full of independent retailers - from cool record shops, and quirky tea rooms, to vintage clothing, galleries and gift stores, Aberdeen is a city with style.
Merchant Quarter 1/4 sq mile cultural quarter of Independent businesses including 6 hotels, 16 restaurants, more than 20 bars, cocktail bars and 7 cask beer bars. Soak in the live music in many venues. The Merchant Quarter is flanked by the city’s undercover retail centres and close to transport links.
SHOP, STAY, PLAY AND SAVE IN ABERDEEN
CHRISTMAS AT ABERDEEN ART GALLERY CHRISTMAS SHOPPING
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SHOP, STAY, PLAY AND SAVE IN ABERDEEN
Aberdeen during the festive season is truly magical, so why not take advantage of the fantastic accommodation offers available at a variety of hotels in Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire.
Aberdeen Douglas Hotel - Merchant Quarter, City Centre, AberdeenClassic double/twin room for £65.00 which includes a full Scottish Breakfast. Valid Thursday - Sunday throughout December & January. Contact: 01224 582255 [email protected]
Aloft Aberdeen TECAArrival festive cocktail, one night stay in an Aloft king room, Continental breakfast, £65 per room, available Thurs - Sun, Nov 1 - Dec 22, Max two persons in an Aloft king room.Contact: 01224 98477 option 1 or [email protected]
Carmelite Hotel, Bar & Grill, Merchant Quarter, Aberdeen£65 per night Designer/Dapper double room, welcome bottle bubbly & ‘Not Guilty’ cooked breakfast, (Additional complementary bottle of wine when booking dinner) available from 23 November, throughout December & January. Contact: 01224 589101 [email protected]
DoubleTree by Hilton Aberdeen City Centre£50 per night standard double room & discounted breakfast at £10. Thursday to Sunday available throughout December subject to availability. Contact: 01224 633339 [email protected]
Hilton Aberdeen TECAArrival festive fizz, one night stay in a king standard room, full Scottish and continental breakfast, £89 per room, available Thur - Sun, Nov 1 - Dec 22, max two persons in a king standard room.Contact: 01224 984111 option 2 [email protected]
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel£69 signature king room with breakfast. £79 corporate king room with breakfast. Available 7 days during November, December & January. (Up to 2 adults per room) Contact: 01224 945555 [email protected]
aberdeencity.gov.uk/christmas
STAY
How to book: Choose, call hotel direct, quote ‘Aberdeen Christmas’General T&C’s apply to all properties, and rate subject to availability. (Promotional rates not available through 3rd party booking sites)
SHOP, STAY, PLAY AND SAVE IN ABERDEEN
VisitAberdeenshire
PLAY AND EXPLORE This winter, take the time to explore Aberdeen and discover why the North-East continues to captivate visitors from around the world thanks to its strong music, heritage, festivals and food and drink experiences. Home to a varied and vibrant collection of cultural celebrations, featuring traditions both old and new, Aberdeen is transformed into a winter wonderland, promising to capture the magic of Christmas. Get into the festive spirit at one of the city’s award-winning bars, where you can sample whisky, craft beer and gin all produced in Aberdeenshire. The city centre is set against an urban backdrop rich in history, culture and heritage, with many citing Aberdeen as one of the most architecturally unique in the world thanks to the grand granite buildings. The compact layout of the Granite City makes Aberdeen a shoppers’ paradise, where you can finish your Christmas shopping at west end boutiques and high street fashion brands.
They say variety is the spice of life, so when you need to take a break from the shops to refuel, Aberdeen offers a truly international flavour, sample mouth-watering menus at every turn, all produced with the finest local ingredients from the famous Aberdeen larder. There are few places that capture the magic of Christmas better than a grand Scottish castle, and with Aberdeenshire being home to the Castle Trail, you’ll be spoilt for choice, as many of them host pop-up Christmas markets selling locally handmade gifts.
The city’s entertainment venues truly embody the festive spirit. This year’s pantomime, Cinderella, at the historic His Majesty’s Theatre, is bound to get you in the Christmas mood.
Immerse yourself in the refurbished Aberdeen Art Gallery. Take some time to soak in the atmosphere and enjoy the festivities as the refreshed gallery offers breath-taking art from world renowned artists. Don’t forget to purchase unique gifts from the gallery store for that special someone.
The Music Hall and The Lemon Tree both have Christmas events to enjoy and will have you laughing, singing and dancing until the New Year.
So, don’t go cold turkey this festive season, discover a Christmas adventure none of the family will forget. Plan your Scottish winter break at visitabdn.com
TRAVELLING TO ABERDEEN With so many transport options Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire have never been easier to get to.
By AirAberdeen International Airport is located just six miles from Aberdeen city centre and is within easy reach of Aberdeenshire.
The region is well connected with daily flights to airports including Heathrow, Luton and Southend, Paris and Amsterdam. The international airport also has many direct routes to most UK cities as well as many key European destinations. aberdeenairport.com
By RoadNo matter where you start your journey in the UK, Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire are simple to get to by road.
Aberdeen is a one hour drive from Dundee, approximately 2.5 hours’ drive from Edinburgh or Glasgow and less than a three hour drive from Inverness.
For help with planning your journey to Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire please visit traveline.info
By RailAberdeen’s railway station, right in the heart of the city, has frequent, fast and reliable services to and from major cities. Travel on one of the hourly trains from Glasgow and Edinburgh or use the East Coast line to travel from cities such as York or Newcastle.
Scotrail provides an express rail service direct to Aberdeen from many major cities. For timetables and to book your train tickets to Aberdeen visit scotrail.co.uk
Aberdeen can also be reached overnight from London on the Caledonian Sleeper. Visit sleeper.scot for more information about this service.
Virgin Trains East Coast run services along the East Coast Main Line and frequently run trains from cities such as Edinburgh, York, Newcastle and London. Further details can be found on virginrtrainseastcoast.com
National Rail offers also offers rail services to Aberdeen and the surrounding area, visit nationalrail.co.uk for further details.
By SeaAberdeen Ferry Terminal is located at Jamieson’s Quay directly across from Aberdeen Bus Station.
The centrally located harbour is where ferries travel regularly to/from the Scottish Isles, Orkney and Shetland.
For information about travelling from Orkney and Shetland visit northlinkferries.co.uk
By FootAberdeen city centre is easily navigated on foot with most of the key attractions within walking distance.
TRAVELLING AROUND ABERDEENBy BikeThere are cycle facilities such as cycle lanes, as well as cycle shops, places to lock bikes, recommended quiet routes and recreational routes around the city. A map is available on aberdeencity.gov.uk
By TaxiTaxi ranks are available on Chapel Street, Back Wynd, Hadden Street, and the railway station. Weekend night-time taxi ranks are available on Union Street.
By BusFirst Aberdeen operates a high frequency network of services across the city while Stagecoach Bluebird buses link the towns and villages in Aberdeenshire and various city locations. firstgroup.com/aberdeenstagecoachbus.com/timetables
Car ParkingCity Centre car parking is available at Union Square, Bon Accord Centre (Harriett Street and Loch Street) and Trinity Centre shopping centres, as well as council car parks at Gallowgate, Frederick Street, Denburn, Chapel Street, West North Street and Virginia Street, and widely available on-street parking.
There are dedicated Blue Badge spaces across the city, allowing badge holders to park closer to their destination. National concessions apply to on-street and Aberdeen City Council car parks, but please check with private off-street car parks prior to parking.
RingGo is a quick, easy to use mobile phone service that lets you pay for your parking with a credit or debit card rather than using cash at a machine. Download the app to your phone for quick and convenient parking payment.
To keep up to date with all the exciting events in Aberdeen this Christmas, visit us regularly at
aberdeencity.gov.uk/christmas
