Family & Kids Events in Aberdeen
20 upcoming family & kids events
Aberdeen offers a delightful array of family and kids' activities, perfect for exploring with little ones. The Granite City’s approach to family fun is grounded and engaging, with a strong connection to its natural surroundings and a welcoming community spirit. You'll find plenty of opportunities for active adventures, from outdoor pursuits facilitated by places like Adventure Aberdeen to indoor fun at community centres. Local venues such as Hazlehead Learning/Community Centre and Get Active @ Cults regularly host events designed to spark curiosity and encourage play. Even iconic local businesses like Mackie's 19.2 contribute to the city's family-friendly fabric, offering unique experiences. Aberdeen's family scene is one that encourages discovery and shared moments, reflecting the city's own character.
As of August 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 20 upcoming family & kids events in Aberdeen, Grampian, including 9 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
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Creative Clay - Art Therapy w Qualified Art Therapist Tracey (Small Group)
📍 Ferryhill Community Centre
£5.00
FREEASN Sonic Themed Stay & Play (Relaxed) •Aberdeen City Council*
📍 Ferryhill Community Centre
FREECreating Sounds on the Shore: Family Friendly beach exploration
📍 Greyhope Bay Centre
FREEFamily Fun Session with Yogi & Cindy Bears
📍 Aberdeen Beachfront
FREEOPEN TO ALL: Family Swimming at Tullos Swimming Pool - SMALL POOL
📍 Tullos Swimming Pool
FREEOPEN TO ALL: RELAXED Family Swimming at Tullos Swimming Pool - SMALL POOL
📍 Tullos Swimming Pool
FREEPRIORITY GROUPS: INCLUSIVE RELAXED P4-P7 Tubing at Adventure Snowsports
📍 Aberdeen Adventure Snowsports
Event: Family fun weekend
📍 Crathes Castle
£5.89
Event: Magic Show
📍 Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate (National Trust for Scotland)
£8.00
Family-friendly outdoor sketching & watercolour painting
📍 Greyhope Bay Centre
£12.08 - £21.84
FREEFamily Fun Day at Gairn Community Garden
📍 Gairn Community Garden
Men in Mind Car and Motorbike Show
📍 The Drive at Haddo
£6.13 - £11.55
FREETorry Summer BioBlitz: Seashore Sun Printing
📍 Greyhope Bay Centre
Minions Theme Build A Beastie & Ice Cream @Mackie's19.2
📍 Mackie's 19.2
£3.96 - £24.54
National Brick Events - Aberdeen
📍 P&J Live
Free - £26.50
Summer Sundae School - Shorts & Shades Theme
📍 Mackie's 19.2
£3.96 - £19.67
Aberdeen Mountain Rescue Team 2026
📍 Bennachie visitors Centre
£5.00 - £10.00
FREEStepping into a Landscape Story
📍 Seaton Park
Castle Fraser's Family Friendly Halloween Trail
📍 Castle Fraser, Garden & Estate (National Trust for Scotland)
£9.06
Meet Santa @ Mackie's 19.2
📍 Mackie's 19.2
£3.96 - £16.96
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Family & Kids Events in Aberdeen — Complete Guide
Discover the vibrant family & kids scene in Aberdeen with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates family & kids events from across Aberdeen, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.
Whether you're looking for tonight's family & kids events or planning ahead for the weekend, our real-time listings are updated daily to ensure you never miss out on the best family & kidsexperiences Aberdeen has to offer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many family & kids events are on in Aberdeen?
There are currently 20 upcoming family & kids events in Aberdeen. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming family & kids in the city.
Are there free family & kids events in Aberdeen?
Yes — 9 of the current family & kids listings in Aberdeen are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.
Where can I find family & kids events in Aberdeen this weekend?
Browse this weekend's family & kids events in Aberdeen at /aberdeen/events/this-weekend, or use the date filters to see what's on today, tonight or later this week.
How do I book tickets for family & kids events in Aberdeen?
Every family & kids listing on EventsList.co.uk includes a direct booking link to the official ticket seller. Open any event to see full details, pricing and the "Book Tickets" button.
How often are family & kids listings updated on EventsList?
We pull in new family & kids events for Aberdeen three times a day from official UK ticketing platforms including Ticketmaster, Skiddle and Eventbrite, so you always see the most up-to-date listings.
Family & Kids Events in Aberdeen — Your Complete Guide
Aberdeen is packed with family-friendly events that entertain and inspire children of all ages, while giving parents a genuinely enjoyable day out. From interactive museum exhibitions and outdoor adventure days to live children's theatre, storytelling sessions and holiday workshops, the city's family events programme is one of the best in the UK.
Half-term breaks and school holidays see a surge in family events across Aberdeen, with cultural institutions, parks, theatres and arts centres all offering specially curated programming. Many of these events are free or heavily subsidised, reflecting the city's commitment to accessible cultural provision for families.
The city's parks and outdoor spaces host brilliant family days throughout the warmer months — fairs, fetes, circus performances, wildlife days and picnic events make summer in Aberdeen a genuinely special time for families. Indoor events keep the programme going through autumn and winter with craft workshops, pantomimes, and immersive festive experiences.
When planning a family day out in Aberdeen: check age recommendations and whether buggies/prams are admitted, book early for popular holiday workshops as spaces are limited, and look out for free family events at Aberdeen's major museums and galleries, which often run excellent activities on weekends and during school holidays.