What's on at the Balmoral Arms in Ballater

£42 Per Person

30 March 2025

Mothers Day Afternoon Tea

Celebrate this Mother's Day with a special afternoon tea.

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19th to 21st of September, 2025

Thrive Mountain Bike Festival

Ballater is home to Scotland's Premier Mountain Bike Festival this year - Every penny raised is invested back into the bike trails in the area and to help make mountain biking accessible to everyone.

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Family fun

Saturday 8th - Sunday 16th August

Ballater Victoria Week

A Royal Deeside tradition, right on our doorstep.

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Free entry

Paul Anderson Live Every Other Thursday

Traditional Scottish Music

Alastair, Ian and Paul, join us every other Thursday to play traditional Scottish tunes for guests here at the Balmoral Arms.

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15th of August, 2025

The Starlight Band Live

Come see the trio, Starlight Band, at Balmoral Arms. Join us to enjoy a mixture of songs, including some Scottish classics mixed with popular music of today.

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Donations Accepted

23rd of November

Christmas Afternoon

Join us for a magical Christmas Afternoon filled with joy and cheer, where we will be supporting a wonderful cause, and accepting donations in aid of Buttony Bear.

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£75 per person

14th of February, 2026

Highland Romance by Candlelight

Enjoy a romantic evening celebrating love with your loved ones. In the candlelit glow, indulge in a special 3-course Valentines Day menu with an arrival drink as well as a finishing drink.

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Entries now accepted

4th & 5th of April, 2026

Run Balmoral 2026

Did you know that in addition to being the Highland home of the Royal Family, Balmoral Castle and Estate also hosts one of North-East Scotland’s biggest and best-loved family running festivals, Run Balmoral?

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£10 per team

13th of February, 2026

Galentine's Cocktail and Quiz Night

Gather your friends for a fun night before Valentine's Day Quiz!

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Dine from £20

Available Monday - Friday, 12pm - 2pm

Burgers & Beers Special

For a limited time, grab a burger and a pint of draught beer for just £20.

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From £40 per person

9th & 23rd of February, & 6th of March, 2026

Stargazing in the Cairngorms

Join Hillgoers for a guided night walk in the Cairngorms National Park, led by a qualified Mountain Leader and certified Star Ranger.

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£10 per team

3rd of April, 206

Easter Quiz Night at Balmoral Arms

Test your knowledge, enjoy a cracking night out, easter themed round and prizes to be won. easter raffles leading up to event and all money raised will go to The Wee Ducklings play group in Ballater