Agenda for Saturday, August 12th: Things to Do

1. British and Irish Tug of War Championships
   • Location: Elgin, Scotland (Cooper Park)
   • Date: Saturday and Sunday
   • Description: Witness the excitement as local teams compete in various weight categories during the British and Irish Tug of War Championships. This traditional sport promises a thrilling weekend.
   • Event Info: Entry is free. Learn more at www.scottishtugofwar.com.
2. Aberdeen Fringe Festival
   • Location: Shiprow, Aberdeen
   • Description: If you missed the Edinburgh Fringe, don’t worry! Aberdeen has its own Fringe Festival, featuring musicians, comedians, art, children’s entertainment, and delicious food from vendors like Aberdam and Shipyard Street Food.
   • More Info: Check out the Aberdeen Fringe Festival’s Facebook page for details.
3. Fashion Through the Ages at Garioch Heritage Museum
   • Location: Garioch Heritage Museum
   • Date: Open until September 3rd (10am to 4pm daily)
   • Description: Explore changing fashions throughout history with Garioch Heritage Museum’s Fashion Through the Ages exhibition. See a diverse costume collection showcasing styles from bygone eras to more recent years.
   • Admission: £5, £3 for concessions.
4. Nairn Triathlon
   • Location: Nairn, Scotland
   • Date: Sunday
   • Description: Nairn Triathlon offers three different distances, including a challenging 1500m sea swim, 40km bike ride, and 10km run. Even if you’re not participating, come cheer on the athletes as they take on this exciting challenge.
   • Event Info: Entry for participants is closed, but you can find event routes on the Nairn Triathlon Facebook page.
5. Ballater Victoria Week
   • Location: Ballater, Scotland
   • Dates: Ongoing since August 5th, continues to Sunday
   • Description: Join the celebrations at Ballater Victoria Week, an annual event commemorating Queen Victoria’s accession. Enjoy activities such as concerts, a duck race, and a charity football match while supporting local causes.
   • Full Program: Visit www.ballatervictoriaweek.co.uk for the complete schedule of events.

Make the most of your weekend by participating in these exciting events across Scotland. Whether you’re interested in sports, culture, or community festivities, there’s something for everyone on Saturday, August 12th.