Confucius Institute Aberdeen

Confucius Institute Aberdeen A cultural and linguistic bridge between Scotland and China.

The Confucius Institute of the University of Aberdeen aims to provide Chinese language teaching and culture classes and cultural events to the North East Scotland community, including University staff and students, schools, business and industry, and community organisations and individuals. It acts as a linguistic and cultural bridge, promoting knowledge exchange between China and the people of North East Scotland and serving as the first port of call for information on China.

⚽ Late night watching the football?No worries, we've got your Saturday plans covered.Bring the kids along to enjoy free ...
20/06/2026

⚽ Late night watching the football?

No worries, we've got your Saturday plans covered.

Bring the kids along to enjoy free activities and inflatables while you recharge with some fantastic Asian street food and live entertainment at the Dragon Boat Festival Market.

πŸ“ Cults Academy
⏰ 12pm–4pm
🎏 Free entry

✨ Another fantastic performance group joining us this Saturday!Winter Violet Chinese Studio will be performing at the Dr...
19/06/2026

✨ Another fantastic performance group joining us this Saturday!

Winter Violet Chinese Studio will be performing at the Dragon Boat Festival Market tomorrow.

πŸ“ Cults Academy
⏰ 12pm–4pm
🎟️ Free entry

πŸ₯ž Have you ever tried η…Žι₯Ό Jiānbǐng?We're excited to welcome Street of Beijing to Aberdeen for one day only at the Dragon ...
18/06/2026

πŸ₯ž Have you ever tried η…Žι₯Ό Jiānbǐng?

We're excited to welcome Street of Beijing to Aberdeen for one day only at the Dragon Boat Festival Market!

πŸ“… Saturday 20 June
⏰ 12pm–4pm
πŸ“ Cults Academy
✨ Free entry

Jianbing is one of China's most popular street foods, a savoury pancake made fresh to order and packed with flavour.
Crispy, satisfying and delicious. If you've never tried one before, this is the perfect opportunity to discover something new.

πŸ₯Ÿ These dumplings look almost too good to share...We're excited to welcome Dumpling Mama from Edinburgh to the Dragon Bo...
17/06/2026

πŸ₯Ÿ These dumplings look almost too good to share...

We're excited to welcome Dumpling Mama from Edinburgh to the Dragon Boat Festival Market. They'll be serving up handmade Cantonese dumplings, freshly cooked and packed with flavour.

Definitely one to add to your must-try list this Saturday!

πŸ“ Cults Academy
⏰ 12pm–4pm
✨ Free entry

Did you know that the Dragon Boat Festival Market is completely free to attend?If you're staying up late to watch the ma...
16/06/2026

Did you know that the Dragon Boat Festival Market is completely free to attend?

If you're staying up late to watch the match on Friday night, then we've got your Saturday family entertainment covered! Bring the kids along to bounce off some of that energy while you enjoy authentic Asian street food.

As well as live performances, food and market stalls, there will be plenty of free activities for children and families throughout the day, including kite making, craft activities and free inflatables from the fantastic Kids Haven - Bouncy Castle, Soft Play and Party Extras hire.

πŸ“… Saturday 20 June
⏰ 12pm–4pm
πŸ“ Cults Academy

✨ Free entry | Drop in | Open to all

16/06/2026

🎏 OUR NEXT POP-UP LOCATION HAS BEEN REVEALED 🎏

We're so grateful for the incredible support you've shown us at our recent pop-up events, and we're excited to share where you'll be able to find us next ❀️

This Saturday, we're delighted to be part of the Dragon Boat Festival Market at Cults Academy.
A much-loved annual celebration, the Dragon Boat Festival brings together culture, food and community, making it a wonderful opportunity to discover and enjoy authentic handcrafted Japanese cakes and pastries.

Lovingly handcrafted by our baker from Kyoto, we'll be bringing along:
πŸ“ Japanese Strawberry Shortcake (per slice) Β£5.50
☁️ Japanese Cotton Cheesecake (per slice) £4.70
✨ Japanese Choux Cream (each): Original £2.50 & Uji Matcha £2.70
🍰 Japanese Financiers (each) £2.00
🧁 Handcrafted Cupcakes (each): Uji Matcha £3.20, £3.00 each for Biscoff, Cookies & Cream and Vanilla.

Each product reflects the flavours, techniques and craftsmanship that form part of our baker's heritage and experience in Japan.

As everything is handcrafted in small batches, pre-orders are highly recommended.

✨ Pre-orders will close at 12 noon on Thursday or sooner if we become fully booked, we encourage you to reserve your favourites early.

πŸ“ Cults Academy
πŸ—“ Saturday 20th June 2026
⏰ 12:00pm – 4:00pm
πŸ“© To pre-order, simply send us a message or WhatsApp 07404 127304.

We'd love to see you there ❀️
P.S. If you've been wondering where we'll be popping up next, this is your sign to come and say hello πŸ‘‹




🦁 No lion dance. No party. Yee's Hung Ga Kung Fu will be joining us again at the Dragon Boat Festival Market on 20 June,...
14/06/2026

🦁 No lion dance. No party.

Yee's Hung Ga Kung Fu will be joining us again at the Dragon Boat Festival Market on 20 June, bringing their fantastic lion dance performances.

πŸ“ Cults Academy
⏰ 12pm–4pm
✨ Free entry

Yee's North of Scotland Lion & Dragon Dance Team

One week to go!Join us next Saturday for the Dragon Boat Festival Market at Cults Academy! Bouncy castles, browse arts a...
13/06/2026

One week to go!

Join us next Saturday for the Dragon Boat Festival Market at Cults Academy!

Bouncy castles, browse arts and crafts stalls, enjoy delicious food, watch live performances, take part in cultural activities, and see the fantastic kite designs created by local school pupils.

πŸ“… Saturday 20 June
⏰ 12pm–4pm
πŸ“ Cults Academy
🎟️ Free entry | Drop in | Open to all

Who's coming along? πŸ‘‡

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AB24 3EE

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