April

Run Balmoral - race in the grounds of Balmoral Castle

Triptych Festival - one of Europe's most inventive, exhilarating music festivals.

May

Word Festival - readings, music, art exhibitions, and film screenings from around 50 authors, poets and artists.

June

Taste of Grampian - discover and sample the wide range of high quality food and drink products from Aberdeen City and Shire.

Scottish Traditional Boat Festival - a great weekend of beautiful boats, fascinating demonstrations, wonderful music, song and dance and delicious food.

Aberdeen's Highland Games - traditional Highland Games and family fun.

July

Aberdeen International Youth Festival - the world's leading festival of youth arts.

Stonehaven Folk Festival - a weekend of traditional music with a varied programme and fringe events.

August

Wizard Festival - one of the most exciting music festivals on the Scottish summer scene.

Aberdeen's Tartan Day- Celebrate Scottish culture and tradition with a day of city centre entertainment, markets and traditional events.

September

Braemar Gathering - traditional Highland Games patronised by the Royal Family.

Throughout the year

Aberdeen Country Fair - one of the largest markets in Scotland showcasing local farmers and crafters quality home-grown and handcrafted products.