What's On

Here is some ideas of what to do when you stay with us.

Our central locations provide easy access to many attractions, restaurants and shopping areas to ensure there is plenty to do whilst staying at The Spires.

The following are some of the 2025 event highlights taking place in each location. These include one-off events, carnivals, food festivals and local cultural events.

Aberdeen

The major event in Aberdeen in 2025 is The Tall Ships Races, taking place from 19^th to 22^nd July. This will be Scotland’s largest event of the year and will see over 50 tall ships from around the world and 400,000 visitors, with a grand opening event on 19^th July. Visit the Port of Aberdeen, Upper Dock and Regent Quay, plus Union Street to enjoy the many events taking place.

Other events in Aberdeen include the Aberdeen Highland Games (15^th June) at Hazlehead Park and the Aberdeen Fringe Festival (24^th-26th October).

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Birmingham

Events taking place in Birmingham during 2025 include the Serendipity Arts Festival (23^rd May - 1^st June), the Midland Air Festival (30^th May - 1^st June) and the Birmingham Jazz and Blues Festival (18^th - 27^th July).

The NEC Birmingham will be hosting the Great British Beer Festival (5^th - 9^th August) that will feature hundreds of ales and live music.

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Cardiff

Cardiff will be having a free festival, Tafwyl Festival in Bute Park (14^th and 15^th June) that will showcase Welsh language music and culture with multiple stages. The Cardiff Food and Drink Festival (27^th– 29^th June) takes place at Roald Dahl Plass with a wide range of food stalls and live music. The Blackweir Live Festival (29^th June – 9^th July) features a series of concerts throughout the duration.

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Edinburgh

Edinburgh will host many events throughout the year, including the Mardi Gras (1^st March), Edinburgh Science Festival (5^th – 20^th April), Edinburgh Carnival (13^th July) and Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (1^st - 23^rd August). The famous annual Edinburgh International Festival (1^st - 24^th August) and Edinburgh Festival Fringe (1^st – 25^th August) are ones not to miss.

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Glasgow

2025 sees Glasgow celebrate 850 years it was granted Burgh status in 1175. Throughout the year there are signature events and cultural festivals that will incorporate special themes related to the 850-year anniversary. Highlights include the Glasgow Film Festival (26^th February – 9^th March), Glasgow International Comedy Festival (12^th – 30^th March) and TRNSMT Festival (11^th– 13^th July).

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