Whether you're a regular visitor to the region or this is your first time in the north-east of Scotland, it's well worth checking out what's on this summer.
The summer months echo with the sound of bagpipes at Highland Games and long days and light nights allow plenty of time to get out and explore.
Don't miss:
WORD - The University of Aberdeen Writers Festival held annually in the beautiful surroundings of Old Aberdeen in May, with a mix of literary, musical and art attractions.
http://www.abdn.ac.uk/word/
Taste of Grampian - Check out the region's fantastic range of producers at this ever more popular one day food festival on in June. Celebrity chef demonstrations and plenty of opportunity to sample the local produce - a fantastic day out.
http://www.tasteofgrampian.co.uk
Muir of Dinnet Nature Reserve - There are
a variety of events on throughout the year, to assist you in exploring
this beautiful spot further.
The Scottish Traditional Boat Festival in Portsoy in July offers visitors a superb array of maritime history and heritage, traditional arts and crafts and a delicious food fayre.
http://www.scottishtraditionalboatfestival.org.uk/
For listings of our regional events and more information, please search on our dedicated events page.