



Things to Do in Aberdeen This Weekend with Kids
Our top picks for families in Aberdeen this weekend โ from free parks and museums to paid experiences. We update this list every week with the venues and events we'd actually recommend, so you can make the most of your Saturday and Sunday.
Events & Groups this weekend
Fri 6 โ Sun 8 Nov ยท Aberdeen
City Parks(5)

Aboyne Green
โ 4.6Enjoy outdoor gatherings, seasonal events, and community activities on this scenic village green in Aberdeenshire.

Alice Littler Memorial Park
โ 4.5Enjoy a peaceful riverside park in Aberlour with ample parking, perfect for family picnics and outdoor activities along the scenic Spey.

Hazlehead Park Pets Corner
โ 4.5Visit friendly animals and interactive exhibits at this family-focused petting zoo within a beautiful city park setting.

Braemar Pond
โ 4.5Explore a charming duck pond with scenic woodland walks and stunning hill views, perfect for family picnics and outdoor adventures.

Cathedral Walk
โ 4.8Stroll through vibrant flower displays and scenic pathways alongside historic St Machar's Cathedral in this easy-to-navigate urban park.
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Beaches(3)

Scotstown Beach
โ 4.8Explore a scenic Scottish beach perfect for family outings, dog walking, and coastal nature experiences with free access.

Aberdour Beach
โ 4.8Explore a sheltered Scottish beach featuring limestone arches, sea caves, and folklore-rich coves perfect for family adventures.

Fraserburgh beach
โ 4.7Explore Northeast Scotland's stunning coastal treasure with long sandy shores perfect for walking, surfing, and paddleboarding.
Country Parks(3)

Burn O'Vat
โ 4.9Explore a scenic valley formed by a mountain stream in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, with free outdoor access perfect for families and dogs.

Forvie National Nature Reserve
โ 4.8Explore a pristine Scottish nature reserve with coastal habitats, diverse wildlife, and scenic walking trails perfect for families.

Crawton Waterfall
โ 4.8Explore a scenic 0.8-mile loop trail featuring a stunning waterfall cascading down coastal cliffs into the sea on the Aberdeenshire coast.
Farms(2)

Tamala Farm Experience
โ 4.9Connect with friendly farm animals through hands-on experiences including lamb feeding, pony bonding, goat picnics, and sensory play activities.

Alpacas Brucklay Park
โ 5.0Walk with gentle alpacas through beautiful Aberdeenshire countryside on guided experiences for families and groups.
Museums(2)

Aberdeen Science Centre
โ 4.5Explore over 65 interactive science exhibits, meet a humanoid robot, and experience immersive theatre in the UK's first Theatre of Energy.

Provost Skene's House
โ 4.7Explore a beautifully preserved 16th-century townhouse showcasing Aberdeen's rich architectural and social history.
Playgrounds(2)

Haddo Country Park
โ 4.7Explore a Green Flag Award-winning country park with scenic walks, children's play areas, and a historic stately home near Aberdeen.

Aden Country Park
โ 4.6Explore 230 acres of countryside with children's play areas, walking trails, wildlife spotting, and the Aberdeenshire Farming Museum.
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Escape Room(1)
Play Cafรฉ(1)
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