Raring2go! Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire

18 th December: Carol Concerts at David Welch Winter Gardens, Duthie Park. 10.00am, 11.15am & 2.00pm. Free. Sing your favourite carols to the accompaniment of the Bon Accord Silver Band and Capriccio Choir. Event is run on first come first served bases due to Covid Restrictions. For more information go to www.aberdeen.gov.uk/ christmas. 19 th December: New Machar Hotel Breakfast with Santa 9.30am - 12.30pm. Join Santa and his Special Guest for breakfast, fun and chocolate. Adults and children £12.50 each, for more information call 01651862636. Booking essential. Mid to late December Open Ski Sessions – Huntly Nordic & Outdoor Centre & Alford Ski Centre. Public ski session for competent skiers who can use the poma tow, turn, and stop. Instructors will be available on the slope for some advice and tips on how to improve. Session for the whole family. Please visit www.livelifeaberdeenshire.org.uk for available dates, times and to book. Mid to late December Family Tubing sessions Huntly Nordic & Outdoor Centre & Alford Ski Centre. Fun on the ski slope tubing session, specifically for families of all abilities to enjoy. Small children can ride on adult ’ s lap. Dress for the weather. Helmets, gloves, and long trousers required. Helmets can be supplied. Please visit www.livelifeaberdeenshire.org.uk for available dates, times and to book. 31 st December Hogmanay Celebrations, Schoolhill. 8pm - Midnight. Bring in the bells this year at the ultimate Aberdeen Street party. Three top - class music acts will be the focal point of Aberdeen ’ s Hogmanay Party. Fireworks at midnight. For more information go to www.aberdeen.gov.uk/christmas. 11 9 th - 24 th December: Christmas at The Castle, Crathes Castle. Tickets can be bought at www.christmasatthecastle.scot . Tickets must be bought in advance. Featuring illuminated trail with fairies, stilt walkers and fire eaters, children ’ s rides, stories with Santa, toasted marshmallows & mulled wine. 11 th December: Fishmas at Macduff Marine Aquarium. Enjoy a magical Fishmas experience and see Santa diving with the fish to feed them festive treats! Ho Ho Ho …. Booking essential for Fishmas shows at 2pm and 2.30pm. Visit www.macduff - aquarium.org.uk or call 01261 833369. 11 th December: Reindeer Parade outside the Inverurie Town Hall. 2.00 - 5.00pm. Meet Santa in his Grotto and see his incredible Cairngorm Reindeer up close. Festive photo booth and Face Painting too! For more information see www . facebook.com/eventsinverurie. 12 th December: Santa & His Reindeer Kellockbank, Insch. They will arrive at 12noon and remain in the garden centre until 14.30pm. Restaurant will be open and there will be carol singing to get you in the festive spirit. No tickets required. Information at www.kellockbank.co.uk . 17 th , 18 th , 20 th & 21 st December: Santa ’ s Grotto at BECS, Inverurie. Visit Santa in his Grotto and enjoy a play session and snack £10 per child (includes 1 adult). Booking Essential. for timings and to book visit www.becsplaycentre.org . Santa letters also available from 6 December £2.50 per child - includes a reply with gift.