Jazz At The Blue Lamp Community Jazz Big Band
2023-05-21 14:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London)

Health Walk
2023-05-26 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-06-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-07-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-09-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-09-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Aden Country Park, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Old Deer, Peterhead, AB42 5FQ, United Kingdom
Come along for a walk in the park. The Aden health walks take place every second Friday at 10am.
The walks usually last between 30 minutes and an hour and are suitable for all abilities.
At the end of the walk everyone will get a free bowl of soup in the Aden Cafe.
If you would like to come along please meet at the play area entrance at 10am.
Please note: dogs are not permitted on the health walk.

40 piece Saxophone Ensemble
2023-06-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Aden Country Park, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Old Deer, Peterhead, AB42 5FQ, United Kingdom
Music at Aden are hosting a 40 piece saxophone ensemble within the Mansion House.
Aberdeen Saxophone Orchestra are joined by guests Phoenix Saxophone Orchestra, from Market Harborough. Playing together and separately, they will present a morning of varied music culminating in the famous Mendelssohn’s Hebrides Overture “Fingal’s Cave”.
10am – 12 noon in Aden Park Mansion House
Tickets £10, children free
Tickets are available at the door or from Aden Gift Shop.
Aden Gift Shop : 01771 624268
Book Tickets : 07729 791482
Aberdeenshire Saxophone Orchestra is the only saxophone orchestra in Scotland covering the full instrumental range from bass to soprano saxophone. Membership is open to anyone of any age and young players are positively encouraged. They meet regularly, hold workshops and play a wide range of music including classical and rock. https://www.aberdeenshiresaxorchestra.co.uk
Phoenix Saxophone Orchestra is for adults to have fun playing the saxophone and sharing the versatility of the instrument with a community audience. Current members play seven different types of saxophone from soprano down to contrabase. http://phoenixsax.org.uk

Health Walk
2023-06-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Aden Park, United Kingdom

Sinfonietta Vivaldi Ensemble
2023-07-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Aden Theatre
The next Music at Aden concert to be held in the Aden Country Park Theatre is the Sinfonietta Vivaldi Ensemble.
We are delighted to have the Sinfonietta Vivaldi Ensemble to come and play for us again. Bryan Dargie (Violin), Guera Crockett (Violin), Alison MacDonald (cello), Andy Leadbetter (keyboard) are all prominent members of the Aberdeen Sinfonietta and they will perform a varied programme of music by Corelli, Vivaldi, Handel, Mozart and the lesser known French composer Jean-Marie Leclair.
The programme will include solos, duos and trios and will also give the audience the opportunity to hear the players explore music written specifically for two violins, cello and keyboard; which was popular in the 17th and 18th centuries.
The Ensemble, who are firm favourites with Music at Aden, are an extremely skilled and talented group of musicians who will once again entertain the audience with the verve and brilliance of their playing.
The concert will start at 2pm with a short interval and will end at 4 pm.
Tickets at £10 are available from the Aden Gift Shop or cash at the door on the day. Accompanied children are free of charge.
We look forward to extending a warm welcome to you all.
Aberdeen Sinfonietta was founded in 1987 and has become one of the foremost orchestras to contribute to music-making in the North East. A small group of prominent musicians from the orchestra, under the leadership of Bryan Dargie, has for many years been performing for Music at Aden and we are delighted to have another opportunity to experience their skill and versatility.
For further information and booking:
Website: https://www.music-at-aden.co.uk/page69.html
Website: http://www.aberdeensinfonietta.com
Aden Gift Shop : 01771 624268
Book Tickets : 07729 791482
hello@music-at-aden.co.uk

Aden Fantasy Festival
2023-07-09 10:00 - 16:00 | Aden Country Park, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Old Deer, Peterhead, AB42 5FQ, United Kingdom
Come join us at Aden Park on the 9th of a July for a fantasy festival suitable for all the family.
Take a bounce on a pirate ship, visit our storytellers, accept quests from interesting characters., browse the stalls and more to be announced soon!

Wild About Aden
2023-07-11 11:00 - 2023-07-12 15:30 | Aden Country Park, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Old Deer, Peterhead, AB42 5FQ, United Kingdom
The annual family friendly Wild About Aden event will be held on the 11th and 12th of July 2023, from 11am to 3.30pm. The event is free to attend with some attractions having a small entry fee. The activities at the event will include Tam O Shunter train, Wheelie Fun, Dragons, Rock Doctors, Techfest, Storytelling, Love Rara, Movement Evolution and lots more.
Below is all the information you need before coming to the event:
All activities are in the Courtyard, Main Arena and at the Mansion House. First aid will be located in the courtyard at the Friends of Aden shop. Car parking is free. All main car parks and the overflow car park will be open. When parking in the overflow car park please follow the instructions of the volunteers.
Please make sure to bring cash for the activities which have a charge. Please wear suitable outdoor clothing as there may be some rain showers. There will be donation buckets with volunteers. Any donations are greatly appreciated and will go towards supporting future BDP events.
For more information please keep an eye on the Buchan Development Partnership: Buchan Development Partnership | Peterhead | Facebook

Illyria Robin Hood
2023-07-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Aden Country Park, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Old Deer, Peterhead, AB42 5FQ, United Kingdom
Illyria is back! This summer, the award-winning company presents Robin Hood, an action-packed
heist for the whole family. A team of cheeky misfits swoop in to bring down the greedy Sheriff of
Nottingham, and they never miss. This fast-moving production delivers huge laughs, swashbuckling
adventures, and well-deserved revenge! Pack a picnic and cheer on the underdogs as Illyria hits the
target in another unforgettable season of outdoor theatre.

Northern Frights- 5k Zombie Fun Run
2023-07-29 11:00 - 16:00 | Aden Country Park, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Old Deer, Peterhead, AB42 5FQ, United Kingdom
If you’re looking for something fun and unique to do this summer, why not join the 5k family-friendly Zombie Walk (or run) at Aden Country Park? Dress up as a zombie and make your way through the park with other like-minded thrill-seekers. After the walk (or run), head to the courtyard for food and stalls. And the best part? You’ll receive a cool zombie medal at the end as a memento of your spooky adventure! Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience!
This event is for all ages, but we do advise there will be zombies walking a 5k so it won’t be for every child 🙂
Children under 3 do not need a ticket
Prizes for the best dressed
Food carts and themed stalls.
Sat, 29 Jul 2023 11:00 – 16:00

Mintlaw Big Weekender
2023-08-12 11:00 - 2023-08-13 18:00
Mintlaw Big Weekender host a family fun day at Aden Country Park.
Family Fun Day – Saturaday 12th Aug – Opens at 11am:
Dance performances 11-2pm
Huge variety of stalls including kids stalls
Bouncy castles – bounce all day wristbands £5
Dog show 2-4pm
Dog photography
Hot food vendors
Ice cream
Kids disco 6-7.30pm £2 entry (pay at door)
TRAX revival ultimate 80s v 90s showdown – over 18s only. Tickets available on Eventbrite 8-11pm
Sunday 13th – Opens at 11am
Pipe band championships and massed bands
Huge variety of stalls
Marquee and bar – open 11am-6pm
Hot food vendors
Ice cream

The Buchan Trail Marathon
2023-08-27 09:00 - 15:00 | Aden Country Park, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Old Deer, Peterhead, AB42 5FQ, United Kingdom
This years Buchan Trail Marathon will be held on Sunday the 27th of August.
Entries will be open soon. Please keep an eye on the Aden Country Park Facebook page for information on how to enter.

Children's Fun Run at the Buchan Trail Marathon
2023-08-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Aden Country Park, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Old Deer, Peterhead, AB42 5FQ, United Kingdom
The first Buchan Trail Marathon will be held on Sunday the 27th of August 2023.
Along with the marathon we are having a Children’s fun run in the park.
The ticket price includes one entry and a medal upon completion.

Camp Fear
2023-09-01 18:00 - 23:30 | Aden Country Park, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Old Deer, Peterhead, AB42 5FQ, United Kingdom
Join us at Aden Country Park for an over 18’s Horror Summer Camp Experience. Turn up at 6 pm and meet your camp counsellors and enjoy a relaxing evening of camp games and horror stories around the fire. Then at some point during the evening, things will stop being so relaxing……
Must Know

There will be a safe area if the event becomes too much.
The event Opens at 6 pm and finishes at 2 am.
Add on the option of staying in the campsite overnight (the event will be over by this point, but there are still the ghosts from the grounds) – You will need your own camping gear.
There are on-site toilets.
Our actors will not touch you.
You will not touch our actors.
By booking this ticket you are confirming that no sane person would want to spend the night in the wood with monsters and whatever else is out there!
You will be doing a lot of walking around the woods, so don’t wear your nicest clothes.
You may get covered in blood (not real)
This is an over 18’s event.
There will be a safe word
There will be on-site security hired in for this event.

Please note: the event will be taking place in an area of the park which will not be accessible to the general public.

String Duo - Gareth John and Nataliia Naismith
2023-09-03 14:00 - 16:00 | Aden Theatre
Music at Aden will welcome Gareth John and Nataliia Naismith to the Aden theatre on Sunday the 3rd of September.
Tickets will be available from the Music at Aden Eventbrite in due course.
Music at Aden Events | Eventbrite

Heritage and Tractor Day
2023-09-24 11:00 - 15:30 | Aden Country Park, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Old Deer, Peterhead, AB42 5FQ, United Kingdom
Aden Heritage and Tractor Day will return on the 24th of September 2023. The event will begin at 11am and end at 3.30pm.
The event will feature vintage tractors, cars, farmers market, bouncy castles, Wheelie Fun, train rides and lots more.
Tractor and vintage car/ motorbike entries are now open. Please enter using the form below.
TRACTOR DAY VEHICLE BOOKING FORM 2023
Please note: Tractor entries are limited to 80 and car entries limited to 20.

Aden Spooktacular
2023-10-24 10:00 - 16:00 | Aden Country Park, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Old Deer, Peterhead, AB42 5FQ, United Kingdom
Dare to enter the magical world of Aden Spooktacular and create unforgettable Halloween memories with your little monsters!
Children’s Halloween Treasure Hunt: Embark on a quest to uncover hidden treasures scattered throughout the park. Will your little detective solve the mysteries?
Photo Opportunities: Capture the magic with special Halloween-themed photo spots. Don’t forget to share your snaps with #AdenSpooktacular!
Meet Halloween Characters: As you journey, encounter enchanting Halloween characters. From friendly witches to mischievous goblins, who will you meet next?
Play Games: Engage in delightful Halloween games that promise fun and laughter for all.
Trick or Treat Bag: Upon completing the treasure hunt, every child will receive their very own trick or treat bag filled with goodies!
Suitable for children of all ages.
Time: 10am to 4pm
Costumes are heartily encouraged! Let’s see those spooky outfits.
Tickets: Only children participating in the trick or treat treasure hunt require tickets.
Note: Please ensure children are accompanied by an adult at all times.

Aden School of Magic
2023-10-24 10:00 - 16:00 | Aden Country Park, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Old Deer, Peterhead, AB42 5FQ, United Kingdom
Are you ready for a magical experience? We’re hosting an incredible event where your little ones can learn magic and interact with some of the most fascinating creatures in the magical realm!
This is a unique opportunity for your children to explore their love for magic and learn from the best wizards in the business. They’ll get to see magic in action, learn the secrets behind their favorite spells, and even practice their skills alongside other young wizards and witches.
Learn the secrets of making a feather float in mid-air, how to banish a pixie and more amazing magic plus each young wizard gets a wand to take home. Come as a muggle leave as a fully fledged wizard.
And that’s not all! The event also features a magical creatures exhibit where your kids can meet creatures like fairies and dragons! They’ll get to learn about these amazing creatures, ask questions, and get their photo taken with them.
So, if you want your little ones to have a truly magical experience, come and join us at the Children’s School of Magic event. We guarantee it will be an experience they’ll never forget! Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity – book your tickets now!
*Adults do not need a ticket, but must attend*
Note your ticket is for a time slot which you will choose at the checkout

Northern Frights Halloween Festival
2023-10-27 17:00 - 23:00 | Aden Country Park, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Old Deer, Peterhead, AB42 5FQ, United Kingdom
Get ready for the spookiest night of the year! Join us at our Halloween Festival for a night of fun for all ages.
Watch out for our spooky dancing performances and stilt walkers as they roam around the festival.
We also have amazing magicians to perform some magic tricks that will leave you in awe.
Capture the moment and take some memorable photos at our special photo opportunities.
For the brave ones, we have a haunted trail for you to walk through and experience some chilling thrills.
Don’t worry about food, we have a range of delicious options for you to choose from at our food stalls.
So come along and join in on the Halloween fun with family and friends!
Your time slots are only for the haunted trail, you can spend the rest of the night in the park from 5pm – 11pm. The haunted trail is just a small part of the park lasting around 10 minutes. You can buy different time slots for the haunted trail if some of you want to do the over 18’s trail, and some of you want to do the family session – but you can all still arrive together and enjoy the rest of the event for the full evening.
*Tickets are non-refundable unless the event gets cancelled. This event will still go ahead in the rain. We will only cancel if there is extreme weather.
https://www.northernfrights.co.uk/northernfrightsfestival

Aden Winter Fest
2023-12-02 17:00 - 21:30 | Aden Country Park Courtyard, Station Road, Mintlaw, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire,, AB42 5FQ
Step into a winter wonderland at the Aden Winter Fest! Join us on December 2nd at Aden Country Park for an unforgettable evening.
Choose from two sessions, 5pm – 7pm (hurry, almost sold out!) or 7.30pm – 9.30pm, and immerse yourself in a festive experience.
Savor delicious food and hot drinks and explore unique stalls and characters in the courtyard.
Enjoy magical entertainment in the mansion house and take a captivating walk through our enchanted forest (choose your time slot when booking), featuring Candy Land, Toy Town, and the North Pole where you can post your letter to Santa!
Ticket Cost:
Children under 3 do not require a ticket.
Under 16’s: £9.00 + £1.00 booking fee
Adult: £13.00 + £1.00 booking fee
Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by someone over 18.
Any questions about the event, please direct these to: laura@northernfrights.co.uk

Christmas Carol Concert
2023-12-06 13:30 - 14:30 | Aberdeenshire Farming Museum, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Old Deer, Peterhead,, United Kingdom
Christmas Carol Concert at Aberdeenshire Farming Museum, Wednesday 6th December, 1.30pm – 2.30pm
We warmly welcome you all to join us for an afternoon of Christmas Carols and songs in the cosy, festive atmospheric Aden Theatre, Aberdeenshire Farming Museum with the fabulous Fyvie Folk Club!
Price: £8.00 (includes a tea or coffee afterwards, with a mince pie)
To book tickets please visit: https://aberdeenshire.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=12402228
Event Enquires please contact:
Nicola Baird
Phone: 01467 648919
Email: nicola.baird2@aberdeenshire.gov.uk

Santa's Magical Room
2023-12-09 09:00 - 2024-01-17 16:00 | Aberdeenshire Farming Museum, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Old Deer, Peterhead,, United Kingdom
Santa’s Magical Room (9th, 10th, 16th and 17th December)
Santa is back again and has returned to the Magical Room at the Aberdeenshire Farming Museum, Aden Country Park, along with Mrs Claus and Glen!
Book your exclusive appointment with Santa so you can tell him what you’re dreaming of for Christmas.
To Book please visit: https://www.livelifeaberdeenshire.org.uk/winter-with-us/winter-activities/
Please book a ticket for each child attending, who will receive a small gift. Up to 4 adults can accompany each child and do not require a ticket.
Remember to keep a note of the time of your appointment. For those who visited last time, Santa may look slightly different because he has re-generated.
Event Enquiries:
Nicola Baird
Phone: 01467 648919
Email: nicola.baird2@aberdeenshire.gov.uk

Wild About Aden
2023-12-19 08:00 - 17:00
Wild About Aden will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday the 9th and 10th from 11am to 3.30pm.
For more information visit the Buchan Development Partnership Facebook page.

Seedy Sunday
2024-02-18 11:00 - 15:30 | Aden Country Park, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Old Deer, Peterhead, AB42 5FQ, United Kingdom
Seedy Sunday Food and Drink festival will return on Sunday the 18th of February. The event will include: food and drink stalls, gardening stalls, seed and plant swapping, cookery demonstrations, children’s activities and lots more.
Entrance: Adults £2 and children go free.
For more information visit the Buchan Development Partnership Facebook page.

Easter Eggstravaganza
2024-03-31 11:00 - 15:30 | Aden Country Park, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Old Deer, Peterhead, AB42 5FQ, United Kingdom
Come along for the annual egg hunt in the park.
Tickets will be available through eventbrite. Keep an eye on the Buchan Development Partnership Facebook page for more information.
