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Tartan Day set to be traditional treat
25/07/08

Aberdeen will play host to a wide and diverse programme of events to celebrate the rich colourful culture, language and traditions of the North-east of Scotland on Tartan Day, Saturday, 2 August.

From the sound of massed pipe bands, re-enactments, traditional music, family history to a traditional Scottish market showcasing the best in local food, arts and crafts, Aberdeen Tartan Day will have something for everyone.

Celebrity spotters will have a busy time with an array of stars lending their support to Tartan Day. Making guest appearances at Union Terrace Gardens will include Steve Robertson (Scotland the What), Joyce Falconer, Peter Mullan, Andy Gray, Cameron Stout and actors from “Braveheart”.

Dawn Schultz, marketing and events manager, Aberdeen City Council said: “With such a wonderful selection of regional music, culture and traditions being celebrated on Tartan Day in Aberdeen there is definitely something for everyone to enjoy. It will be without doubt a great day out.”

For more details Aberdeen City Council

Happy Tartan Day everyone

Thousands turn out for Tartan Day celebrations

Crowds gathered at special events throughout the Granite City on Saturday to mark what was the region’s fifth annual Tartan Day.

Union Terrace Gardens hosted a concert of traditional music and entertainment and AIYF performances.

Scotland the What? star Steve Robertson opened the concert which was compered by Orkney-born Big Brother winner Cameron Stout.

Organisers estimated that around 700 people attended the concert.

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Joyce was - dare I say it - hirarriuss.