Welcome to our Festival of the Sea 2026 – Community Programme

Running from 11th to 23rd July, there is something for everyone!

Dive into a celebration of connection, creativity and coastal life. This year, our community programme brings together Wellbeing, Sustainability and Creativity, inviting you to explore the powerful bond between ourselves and the ocean that surrounds us.

Through a vibrant mix of art workshops, family friendly activities, thought provoking exhibitions, film screenings, uplifting singing sessions and inspiring author events, there’s something here for everyone. Whether you’re looking to learn, create, reflect or simply enjoy, you’ll find a space to connect with others, with nature and with your own wellbeing.

Come along, spark your imagination and discover fresh perspectives on our ocean environment and the role we each play in its future.

📍 All events take place at:
Fittie Community Hall
New Pier Road, Aberdeen
AB11 5DS

We look forward to welcoming you.

Wellbeing by the Sea

Saturday 11 July 10.30am – 1pm

https://www.openroadltd.com/2026/06/wellbeing-by-the-sea/

 

Wild About Wild Swimming

Sunday 12 July 2pm – 3pm

https://www.openroadltd.com/2026/06/wild-about-wild-swimming/

 

RNLI in Aberdeen: A Brief History

Sunday 12 July 7pm – 8pm

https://www.openroadltd.com/2026/06/rnli-in-aberdeen-a-brief-history/

 

Coastal Testimonies Exhibition

Wednesday 15 July – 2pm – 4pm

Thursday 16 July 4pm – 6pm

Friday 17 July 2pm – 4pm

https://www.openroadltd.com/2026/06/coastal-testimonies-exhibition/

 

Sea Shanty Workshop

Wednesday 15 July 6.30pm – 8pm

https://www.openroadltd.com/2026/06/sea-shanty-workshop/

 

Family Drop In Beach Themed Art Workshop

Thursday 16 July 2pm – 4pm

https://www.openroadltd.com/2026/06/family-drop-in-beach-themed-art-workshop/

 

Sea Themed Printing Workshop

Thursday 16 July 6pm – 8pm

https://www.openroadltd.com/2026/06/sea-themed-printing-workshop/

 

Film Screening: A Line in the Sound

Friday 17 July Doors 6.30pm. Film starts 7pm

https://www.openroadltd.com/2026/06/film-screeninga-line-in-the-sound/

 

Harbour Voices Community Choir Summer Concert

Wednesday 22 July  Doors 7.15pm Event 7.30pm – 8pm

https://www.openroadltd.com/2026/06/harbour-voices-community-choir-summer-concert/

 

Dreaming in Driftwood

Thursday 23 July 6pm – 8pm

https://www.openroadltd.com/2026/06/dreaming-in-driftwood/

 

This programme is part of Aberdeen’s Festival of the Sea and supported by Aberdeen City Council’s Culture Investment Programme.