Paint the Town Tartan is Aberdeen Inspired’s city centre campaign celebrating Scotland’s FIFA World Cup 2026 journey, bringing tartan, colour and excitement to Aberdeen ahead of kick-off.
Businesses across the city centre are showing their support with Scottish-themed displays, offers, events and screenings, creating a vibrant atmosphere throughout the tournament.
As part of the campaign, participating businesses are running Spot the Ball, giving customers the chance to win prizes by finding hidden miniature footballs.
The celebrations began on June 10 with performances by The Robert Gordon’s College Pipe Band and Highland Dancers ahead of the World Cup opening.
To get involved, email kate.kenyon@aberdeeninspired.com. For fan zone, transport and travel information, visit Aberdeen City Council’s dedicated World Cup 2026 website.
SPOT THE BALL
Amarone
A winning discovery deserves a drink
Bon Accord Centre
The football's gone shopping...
Bloom Hair Salon
Ready, set, glow!
Cafe Andaluz
Spot the ball and sip Spanish-style
Charles Michies Union Street
Your next great find could be worth £50
Gio's by La Lombarda
Find the football and say "Mamma Mia!"
Jungle Berry Cafe
Berry good at spotting things?
Hammerman's
Find the football and win match tickets
McCalls Highlandwear
Score a Highland treat
Nuffield Health
Find the football and score a wellness boost
Paramount
Score a night out
Social Monkey
Pasta your way to a prize
Soul
Win the perfect sharing feast
Trinity Centre
Shop, Spot, Score at Trinity Centre
The Braided Fig
Can you fig-ure out where the ball has landed?
Wild Ginger
Spice up your visit
Amarone
The miniature football could be hidden somewhere around Amarone Aberdeen. Keep your eyes peeled while you dine and see if you can track it down.
Found it? Let a member of staff know straight away to claim your prize!
The prize up for grabs is a free Raspberry Mule, Lemon Drop or mocktail of your choice for the winner.
Terms and conditions apply.
Bon Accord Centre
The miniature football could be hidden anywhere around Bon Accord Centre. Keep your eyes peeled as you shop, and follow Bon Accord Centre's social media channels for hints, clues and riddles to help track it down.
Found it? Hand the ball to a member of mall staff and the team will come down with your prize!
Prizes up for grabs include:
- Geoffrey the Giraffe plush and a £15 TGJones/ToyRUs gift card
- Books, a tote bag and hat from Waterstones
- 20% off at FatFace
- A gift pack from The Perfume Shop
- An Almond Milk gift set from The Body Shop
- A snack collection from American Candy
- A free meal (up to £10) from The Good Food Shop/Scone Café
- Scotland-themed coasters and football socks from Forbes Gift Shop
- A £25 voucher for Edit
Terms and conditions apply.
Bloom Hair Salon
The miniature football could be hidden somewhere around Bloom Salon Aberdeen. Keep your eyes peeled during your visit and see if you can spot it.
Found it? Let a member of the Bloom Salon team know straight away to claim your prize.
The prize up for grabs is one £50 voucher to spend at Bloom Salon.
Terms and conditions apply.
Cafe Andaluz
The miniature football could be hidden somewhere around Café Andaluz Aberdeen. Keep your eyes peeled while you dine and see if you can track it down.
Found it? Let a member of staff know straight away to claim your prize!
The prize up for grabs is a free cocktail or mocktail for the winner.
Terms and conditions apply.
Charles Michies Union Street
The miniature football could be hidden somewhere around Charles Michie's on Union Street. Keep your eyes peeled while you browse and see if you can track it down.
Found it? Let a member of staff know straight away to claim your prize!
The prize up for grabs is a £50 Charles Michie's gift voucher.
Terms and conditions apply.
Gio's by La Lombarda
The miniature football could be hiding somewhere around Gio's by La Lombarda. Enjoy your meal, keep your eyes peeled and see if you can spot it.
Found it? Let a member of staff know straight away to claim your prize!
The prize up for grabs is 20% off your total bill at Gio's by La Lombarda.
Terms and conditions apply.
Jungle Berry Cafe
The miniature football could be hidden somewhere around Jungle Berry Café. Keep your eyes peeled while you enjoy your açaí bowl or smoothie for the chance to track it down.
Found it? Hand it to a member of the Jungle Berry Café team to claim your prize!
The prize up for grabs is free medium açaí bowls or smoothies for the winner and a guest.
Terms and conditions apply.
Hammerman's
The miniature football could be hidden somewhere around Hammerman's. Keep your eyes peeled as you enjoy your visit and see if you can track it down.
Found it? Let a member of the Hammerman's team know straight away to be entered into the prize draw.
The prize up for grabs is two tickets to Hammerman's for Scotland vs Morocco match screening on June 19th.
Terms and conditions apply.
McCalls Highlandwear
The miniature football could be hidden somewhere around McCalls Highlandwear Aberdeen. Keep your eyes peeled as you browse and see if you can track it down.
Found it? Let a member of the McCalls Highlandwear team know straight away to claim your prize.
Winners will receive either a mini sporran keyring, a bottle opener keyring or a £20 off voucher to use on purchases over £100.
Terms and conditions apply.
Nuffield Health
The miniature football could be hidden somewhere around Nuffield Health Aberdeen. Keep your eyes peeled as you make your way around the club and see if you can track it down.
Found it? Let a member of the Nuffield Health team know straight away to claim your prize!
Prizes up for grabs include:
- One month's membership (one winner only)
- Protein bundles
- Guest passes
- A free hot or cold drink
Terms and conditions apply.
Paramount
The miniature football could be hidden somewhere around Paramount Bar. Keep your eyes peeled as you enjoy your visit and see if you can track it down.
Found it? Let a member of the Paramount Bar team know straight away to claim your prize.
The prize up for grabs is a £50 Paramount Bar voucher.
Terms and conditions apply.
Soul
The miniature football could be hidden somewhere around Soul. Keep your eyes peeled as you enjoy your visit and see if you can track it down.
Found it? Let a member of the Soul team know straight away to claim your prize.
The prize up for grabs is a sharing munchie box and a Heineken beer bottle package.
Terms and conditions apply.
Trinity Centre
The miniature football could be hidden somewhere around Trinity Centre Aberdeen. Keep your eyes peeled while you shop and see if you can track it down.
Found it? Let a member of Trinity Centre staff know straight away to claim your prize!
Prizes up for grabs include:
- A gift voucher for Wee Brown Mouse Bakery
- A rolls and drink offer from Rest in Brunch Face Café
- A football-themed hamper from The Works
- Viral Dumplings and mini Lego sets from Toy Town
Terms and conditions apply.
The Braided Fig
The miniature football could be hidden somewhere around The Braided Fig. Keep your eyes peeled while you browse and see if you can track it down.
Found it? Let a member of staff know straight away to claim your prize!
The prize up for grabs is four tickets to Granite City Festival (Saturday 27 June 2026, Hazelhead Park).
Terms & Conditions
- Participants must be aged 18 or over.
- A main meal purchase is required to enter.
- Details will be taken from everyone who finds the football.
- One winner will be selected at random on Thursday 25 June.
Terms and conditions apply.
Wild Ginger
The miniature football could be hidden somewhere around Wild Ginger in Union Street. Keep your eyes peeled as you enjoy your visit and see if you can track it down.
Found it? Let a member of the Wild Ginger team know straight away to claim your prize.
Prizes will rotate between a 20% discount on food for the individual winner, a free dessert, or a free drink.
Terms and conditions apply.
World Cup Specials & Offers
Chaophraya
Free pint of Singha, glass of Prosecco or Raspberry Crush cocktail
Gio's by La Lombarda
Special Menu
Thaikhun Union Square Aberdeen
Free pint of Singha or glass of Prosecco
Chaophraya
Make your visit even better with Chaophraya Aberdeen. On Scotland and England match days, enjoy a free drink with any main meal when you pre-book. Choose from a bottle of free pint of Singha, glass of Prosecco or Raspberry Crush cocktail while tucking into your favourite Thai dishes. It's the perfect excuse to gather with friends, enjoy great food, and soak up the match-day atmosphere.
T&Cs apply. Pre-booking required. One free drink per person with the purchase of a main meal. Non-alcoholic alternatives available.
- Available on England and Scotland match days only.
- If a game occurs in the early hours, your free drink is available the day before.
- E.g. if a game is on Sunday at 2am, your drink is available to redeem on the Saturday.
- One drink per person only.
- Must order a main meal to redeem.
- Pre-bookings only.
- Not valid on takeaway/ Deliveroo.
- Non-alcoholic alternatives available.
- Subject to availability & manager's discretion.
Gio's by La Lombarda
Gio's by La Lombarda are marking the occasion with a special World Cup Menu inspired by their Scottish-Italian heritage.
If you're heading out to watch the match, why not make a visit to Gio's part of your game-day plans? Enjoy great food, good company and a warm welcome before kick-off at this long-standing city centre favourite.
Thaikhun Union Square Aberdeen
Make your visit even better with Thaikhun at Union Square Aberdeen. On Scotland and England match days, enjoy a free drink with any main meal when you pre-book. Choose from a bottle of free pint of Singha or glass of Prosecco while tucking into your favourite Thai dishes. It's the perfect excuse to gather with friends, enjoy great food, and soak up the match-day atmosphere.
T&Cs apply. Pre-booking required. One free drink per person with the purchase of a main meal. Non-alcoholic alternatives available.
- Available on England and Scotland match days only.
- If a game occurs in the early hours, your free drink is available the day before.
- E.g. if a game is on Sunday at 2am, your drink is available to redeem on the Saturday.
- One drink per person only.
- Must order a main meal to redeem.
- Pre-bookings only.
- Not valid on takeaway/ Deliveroo.
- Non-alcoholic alternatives available.
- Excludes buffet locations (Meadowhall & Trafford Centre).
- Subject to availability & manager's discretion.
Where to watch Scotland's World Cup Games live
Brewdog
Castlegate
Casa Del Fuego
Belmont Street
Cheerz Bar
Exchange Street
College Bar
Alford Place
Durty Murphy's
Union Street
Foundry Aberdeen
Holburn Street
Grosvenor Casino
Exchequer Row
Ivy Lodge
Shiprow
O'Neill's
Back Wynd
Paramount
Bon Accord Street
Prince of Wales
St Nicholas Lane
Sandman Signature Hotel
St Andrew Street
Soul
Union Street
Triplekirks
Belmont Street
Oldschool House
Little Belmont Street
Hammerman's Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
Golden Square
Brewdog
Catch every moment of the FIFA World Cup 2026 live at BrewDog Castlegate, including all Scotland games, shown on massive screens throughout the tournament.
Book your table now and you'll be automatically entered for a chance to win free beer for a year. Terms and conditions apply.
Casa Del Fuego
Catch every Scotland's World Cup game live at Casa Del Fuego this June!
Haiti vs Scotland: 14th June 2026 @ 2am
Scotland vs Morocco: 19th June 2026 @ 11pm
Scotland vs Brazil: 24th June 2026 @ 11pm
Cheerz Bar
For the duration of the FIFA World Cup Tournament, Cheerz will remain open until 3am effective from 11th June to 19th July.
For fixtures involving the Scotland National Team, we will open until 30 minutes after the conclusion of the fixture, estimated to be around 04:30 (Sunday) for the game on the Saturday 13th June.
All World Cup games will be shown to comply with licensing conditions however only the Scotland Games will have audio.
Please grab a FREE ADMISSION ticket on FATSOMA to help Cheerz plan staff numbers.
College Bar
Join us at College Bar for every FIFA World Cup match, including all Scotland games, shown live on our big screens.
Entry is free throughout the tournament, making College Bar the perfect place to soak up the atmosphere and cheer on your team.
Booking is essential, so reserve your table today to avoid missing out.
Durty Murphy's
Catch every FIFA World Cup match live at Durty Murphy's, including all Scotland games, shown across our big screens.
Enjoy the unbeatable matchday atmosphere with free entry throughout the tournament, great food, cold drinks, and all the World Cup action.
Booking is essential, so reserve your table now and join us for every kick, goal, and celebration.
Foundry Aberdeen
From group-stage drama to knockout clashes, catch all the action on the big screens with great drinks, unbeatable atmosphere and live football fans in the heart of the city.
Grosvenor Casino
Join us at Grosvenor Casino Aberdeen for an unmissable World Cup Preview Night, featuring Scotland legend’s Gordon Strachan and Kris Boyd.
With 50 Scotland caps, appearances at two FIFA World Cups, and experience managing the national team, Gordon Strachan is one of the most respected figures in Scottish football. He had an eye for talent as a manager which brings us to our next guest..
Joining him is Kris Boyd, whose long and successful playing career includes being the all-time record SPL goalscorer and finding the net on seven occasions for his country.
Hosted by presenter Jim Delahunt, this exclusive evening brings fans closer to the game. Expect betting insight, behind-the-scenes stories, and expert analysis as anticipation builds for football’s biggest global stage.
After the event, we’ll be showing the opening game of the 2026 World Cup between Mexico and South Africa live on the big screens, so you can settle in with the panel and enjoy all the action as the World Cup begins.
On the night, your £20 ticket fee even includes a free pie and pint!
Both Strachan and Boyd will share stories from their Scotland careers, unforgettable dressing room moments, and their take on the modern game, followed by live discussion and fan interaction.
Whether you're here for the match, the memories, or the atmosphere, this is the ultimate football-filled evening.
Ivy Lodge
Join us at Ivy Lodge for every Scotland World Cup game shown LIVE on our big screens with full match-day atmosphere, drinks deals, music, and fans from across the city.
Haiti vs Scotland: 14th June 2026 @ 2am
Scotland vs Morocco: 19th June 2026 @ 11pm
Scotland vs Brazil: 24th June 2026 @ 11pm
O'Neill's
Watch the 2026 World Cup Live at O’Neill’s Aberdeen
From 11th June to 19th July, we’ll be showing every match live at O’Neill’s Aberdeen as 48 teams battle it out across the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
Grab a pint, round up your mates, and soak up every goal, tackle, and late-night winner in the best football atmosphere in Aberdeen.
Bookable space is limited during the tournament, so arrive early to grab the best spot.
Paramount
This summer Paramount is bringing the atmosphere for every Scotland World Cup match!
They're transforming the venue into the ultimate match day spot with big screens showing every minute live, DJs, entertainment, and all the chaos you’d expect from a Scotland game day done.
Prince of Wales
From Thursday 11th June to Sunday 19th July. The biggest international football competition on the planet, and our boys are back in it for the first time since France ‘98. While the Tartan Army do us proud, there’s no better place to watch the football than at Prince of Wales. You can expect a great atmosphere, big screens, cold pints and a warm Scottish welcome. Plus, a good result or two, hopefully.
Gather your team and come and watch the world’s game in the nation’s pub at Prince of Wales.
Please note that Prince of Wales will only be showing a limited number of games and will not be open for the later Scotland match.
Sandman Signature Hotel
World Cup Viewing Party at Sandman Signature Hotel on Saturday, 13th June 2026
Join us for a lively night of football, big screens, and a great atmosphere as we get behind Scotland at the world cup on Saturday, 13th June 2026 at Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa.
From the moment doors open at 10pm, you’ll be welcomed with a complimentary bottle of beer to kick things off in style. Settle in and soak up the pre-match buzz as we screen Brazil vs Morocco, before turning all eyes to our national team...
Fuel up with a classic pie served at 1:30am, just in time for the 2am kick-off as Scotland take on Haiti. Expect electric energy, passionate fans, and a night to remember as we cheer Scotland on together!
Date: Saturday, 13th June 2026
Time: Doors open from 10pm | Event runs until the game finishes.
Tickets: £15.00 per person
Soul
It’s Official! The World Cup 2026 is coming to SOUL. 🙌🏼
A huge Soul overhaul is underway and this is your opportunity to get booked in today, as we prepare for @fifaworldcup right here in the city centre!
• Showing ALL live events.
• Pre/Post-Match DJ’s for 🏴 Games.
• Free Entry, Not Ticketed.
• Booking Strongly Advised ✅
Book online today, or give Soul a call at 01224 211150.
Triplekirks
Watch Scotland Live at the World Cup
Scotland games just hit different in the pub. And with Scotland heading to their first World Cup in 28 years, there’s no better place to back the Tartan Army than Triplekirks Aberdeen.
They will be showing Scotland matches live throughout World Cup 2026, from the group stages right through to the knockout rounds. Expect massive moments, top-tier matchday atmosphere, great food and plenty of cold pints.
Scotland’s Group stage matches have been confirmed for the following dates:
Haiti vs Scotland: 14th June 2026 @ 2am
Scotland vs Morocco: 19th June 2026 @ 11pm
Scotland vs Brazil: 24th June 2026 @ 11pm
Spaces will fill up fast so book your table now to guarantee the best seats!
Oldschool House
Watch the World Cup 2026 in Aberdeen at Old School House
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is coming, running from Thursday 11th June to Sunday 19th July. The biggest international football competition on the planet, with our boys back in it since France ‘98. While the Tartan Army do us proud, there’s no better place to watch the football than at Old School House. You can expect a great atmosphere, big screens, cold pints and a warm Scottish welcome. Plus, a good result or two, hopefully.
Gather your team and come and watch the world’s game in the nation’s pub at Old School House.
Social Monkey
The miniature football could be hidden somewhere around Social Monkey Aberdeen. Keep your eyes peeled while you enjoy your meal and see if you can track it down.
Found it? Let a member of staff know straight away to claim your prize!
The prize up for grabs is a free drink with a meal at Social Monkey Aberdeen.
Terms and conditions apply.