All you need to know about this year's Aberdeen Highland Games
It will feature an array of traditional events, including the caber toss, tug o' war and hammer throw, together with field events and running.
In addition, there are piping competitions and Highland dancing, with hundreds of competitors involved.
It will hopefully be a triumphant return for the event, which had to be cancelled last year amid torrential rain, leading to disappointment for many.
All being well, the Aberdeen Highland Games will take place on Sunday June 15, beginning at 10am.
Here is all you need to know ahead of the event.
Tickets are available to purchase from the Aberdeen City Council website via Eventbrite.
There will be a free shuttle bus service from two locations – Union Terrace and Kingswells Park & Ride.
The shuttle bus will stop at the turning circle near Hazlehead Park, with a five minute walk to the event entrance.
In addition to the shuttle buses, other useful routes include the First Bus 11 service and the Stagecoach X17 service.
Free parking is available at Hazlehead Park, but spaces are limited so anyone hoping to take advantage is advised to arrive early.
Blue Badge holders should make themselves known to the car parking stewards upon arrival.
Dogs are welcome, but must be kept on a short lead at all times.
Owners must take responsibility for their dog at all times and pick up any mess left behind.
More than 80 stalls will be dotted around the park, both trade and charity, selling an array of food, drinks and craft items or offering services and advice.
Food and drink stalls include: The Wee Brown Mouse Bakery, Carnoustie Distillery, Ellon Spirit Company, Pomology, Kilted Fudge Company and Allan's Chilli Products.
Product and gift stalls include: Teeny Tartans, Mabel and Millie Candle Co, Tots Gear and the Sewing Bothy, Boni Be Boutique, Riverside Silver and La Bomba BC.
Charity stalls offering advice and support will also be on site including the NSPCC, the Archie Foundation, Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance and the RSPB.
This year's main act will be popular children's character Mr Bloom, with musical performances from Aberdeen Music Service, The Rock Choir and Vienna.
To find out more about this year's Aberdeen Highland Games, visit the council website.
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