Arcadia Scotland

Art and Culture

Catherine Ross: Snowblind Eyes: Through 21 July, Newave Gallery

Paintings and models by Canada-born, Aberdeenshire-raised artist, concerning the idea of North.

Sir Ranulph Fiennes: A Life at the Limits: 6 July, Music Hall, 7:30pm

Sir Ranulph Fiennes talks to long-time friend and expedition partner Anton Bowring about his life, his adventures and his ancestral heritage.

Music, Comedy and Dance

Alastair Savage: Scots Fiddle Journey: 2 July, Queen's Cross Church, 7:30pm

Savage takes the audience on a journey through the history of fiddle music.

The Flying Pigs: A Bit of Crackling: 18 July, His Majesty's Theatre, 7:30pm

The comedy troupe stage this one-off show, which features material from their past performances, in support of Home Start Aberdeen, a charity which helps vulnerable families with young children.

Lectures, Sports and Local Festivals

Aberdeen International Youth Festival: Beginning 25 July, Various venues and times

Classical and chamber music, contemporary and traditional dance, jazz and theatre are on offer from a cast of rising international and local stars, with companies travelling from the USA, Russia, Middle East, Africa and Asia to perform.

Aberdeen Parkrun: 4, 11, 18 and 25 July, Beach Esplanade

An informal weekly 5k run along the Beach Esplanade. Everyone is welcome, no matter how fast or slow (you're welcome to walk the route, bring your dog or push a buggy), so you can use it as a one-off fitness test, a chance to get some fresh air or come every week to try to beat your personal best time.