Events in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire this July

It’s now officially summer so we’re rejoicing and looking forward to lots of fun events coming to Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire this month. From agricultural shows to highland games, folk festivals to gin festivals, an aqua ceilidh to car shows. Check out some of the fun things you can look forward to this July.

The STBF welcomes up to 16,000 people to the village of Portsoy for the celebration of the region’s cultural heritage. Enjoy competitive racing and sailing, fresh cooked food and welcoming locals as the event celebrates its 25th anniversary.

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Dust off your family heirlooms and head to Crathes Castle where BBC One’s Antique Roadshow will be filming. Doors open at 9.30am and close at 4.30pm and entry is free. What do you have hiding in your attic? Hopefully no scary ghosts.

 Antiques Roadshow

Enjoy concerts, workshops, singalongs, storytelling and ceilidhs at this quirky festival. Why not head along to the festival’s Aqua Ceilidh at Stonehaven Heated Open Air Pool for an aquatic take on this dancing Scottish tradition.

 Stonehaven Folk Festival 2019

There’s only two weeks until Aberdeen Gin Fest. Make the most of your chance to try over 30 Scottish gins, local beers and hand-crafted spirits. Raise a glass and dance the night away to great live music.

Aberdeen Gin Fest 2019

July sees three agricultural shows taking place: Fettercairn Show, Echt Show and New Deer Show.  See our best in livestock, ringside activities, food and drink, arts and crafts and so much more.

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Who's up for Aberdeen Vegan Festival? Whether you are already living a vegan lifestyle or you're interested in taking the next step to veganism, don’t miss this foodie festival in Aberdeen.

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Enjoy live folk music with concerts, live sessions, candlelight showcases and ceilidhs at this unique celebration of the fiddle.

North Atlantic Fiddle Convention 2024

The Highland Games are an ancient tradition honoured for centuries and attending one will give you a feel for our rich Scottish culture. This month there are three Highland Games events taking place throughout North-east Scotland: Braemar Junior Highland Games, Stonehaven Highland Games and Tomintoul Highland Games. Take your pick and head along for a fun day of highland dancing, tug-o-war and witness the tossing of the caber. Check out our full Highland Games calendar here.

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Expect to laugh your socks off as Sarah Millican comes to Aberdeen for three nights at His Majesty’s Theatre. “Funny, frank and unapologetically filthy” you are sure to have a fun night out.

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Embrace the patriotism as Peterhead hosts Scottish Week. With activities including performing arts, exhibitions, outdoor swimming, sandcastle building competition and wrestling. On 25 July the world-famous Red Arrows with perform an aerial display.

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Car lovers can rejoice as the Grampian Region Junior Enthusiasts’ Club Annual Car Show comes to Drum Castle. Take a wander around the majestic lawn at fine examples of the British car manufacturing company’s creations.

Grampian Region Junior Enthusiasts Club Annual Car Show

Check out our What's On calendar for more events in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.