Aberdeen steps fully into the festive season this week, with the Christmas Village open daily, the Christmas Lights Parade taking place on Sunday, and a range of cultural events across the city. From live music and family theatre to makers’ markets and late-night celebrations, here is your weekly guide to what’s happening between Friday 14 November and Thursday 20 November.
Most listings are city-centre based. Always check individual event pages for timings, availability and any late updates.
Daily – Friday 14 to Thursday 20 November
Aberdeen Christmas Village (Daily until 31 December)
Location: Broad Street & Marischal College
Times: 11:00–22:00 (may vary by day)
Ice rink, festive fairground rides, seasonal food and drink, Christmas stalls and live entertainment.
Cost: Free entry; rides and skating priced individually.
Details: https://www.aberdeeninspired.com/event/aberdeen-christmas-village-2025
Friday 14 November
Curated in the Square Christmas Market – Weekend 1 (Day 1)
Venue: Marischal Square
Time: 10:00–18:00
Local makers, artisan produce and crafted gifts in festive wooden cabins.
Cost: Free entry
Details: https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/leisure-culture-and-parks/major-events-aberdeen/christmas-aberdeen-2025/curated-square-christmas-market
Northern Soul Story – Live Band
Venue: The Blue Lamp
Time: 20:00
An 11-piece band performing northern soul favourites with a full brass section.
Cost: Check listing
Tickets: https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Aberdeen/The-Blue-Lamp-In-Aberdeen-/Northern-Soul-Story/40825510/
Aberdeen South Indian Lungi Party 2025
Venue: DEJAVU Nightclub
Time: From 22:00 (18+)
Tickets: https://fixr.co/event/aberdeen-south-indian-lungi-party-2025-tickets-4015873
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Venue: The Tunnels
Time: 19:30 (16+)
Tickets: https://www.rencom.co.uk/events/xgenerationx-2025-aberdeen/
Saturday 15 November
Curated in the Square Christmas Market – Weekend 1 (Day 2)
Venue: Marischal Square
Time: 10:00–18:00
Cost: Free entry
A great chance to shop local for festive gifts.
Cinderella in Chaos
Venue: Aberdeen Arts Centre
Times: 14 & 15 November
A playful reimagining of the fairytale classic.
Tickets: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/aberdeen/aberdeen-arts-centre/cinderella-in-chaos/e-zokgqo
Christmas Craft Workshop: Wire Art Winter Wreath
Venue: Aberdeen Art Gallery
Time: Afternoon session
Details: https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/…/curated-square-christmas-market
Sunday 16 November
Aberdeen Christmas Lights Parade & Switch-On 2025
Location: Parade route through city centre
Time: Parade begins 17:15
Floats, performers, community groups and the official switch-on moment.
Cost: Free
Details: https://www.aberdeeninspired.com/event/aberdeen-christmas-lights-parade-2025
Curated in the Square Christmas Market – Weekend 1 (Final Day)
Venue: Marischal Square
Time: 11:00–17:00
Final day of the first festive weekend.
Monday 17 November
No major new listings confirmed at press time, though the city remains busy with the daily Aberdeen Christmas Village.
Check venue diaries for late additions.
Tuesday 18 November
(No additional city-centre headline events confirmed for this date. Aberdeen Christmas Village continues all day.)
Wednesday 19 November
Stick Man – Live on Stage
Venue: His Majesty’s Theatre
Dates: 14–16 November, continuing into this week
A delightful family show based on the Julia Donaldson book.
Tickets: https://www.aberdeenperformingarts.com/whats-on/
Thursday 20 November
(No new headline events confirmed for Thursday, aside from the daily Aberdeen Christmas Village.)
Planning Notes
- City centre travel may be affected on Sunday during the Lights Parade; allow extra time.
- Markets are free to enter but individual stalls and activities vary in price.
- Ice skating slots at the Christmas Village often sell out, so advance booking is recommended.
Aberdeen continues its lively run of autumn and festive events, with markets, music and community celebrations filling the city centre. Aberdeen Business News will bring you another weekly guide next Friday.
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