The Lemon Tree
📅 Upcoming Shows & Schedule
Across November and December 2026, The Lemon Tree hosts 3 scheduled performances, spanning live music, touring theatre, and comedy. Featured headliners include Teenage Fanclub and Hothouse Flowers. Ticket prices currently range from £175 for entry-level access up to £444 for premium seating depending on the production.
📍 Area & Accommodation
Upcoming Events at The Lemon Tree
Teenage Fanclub
20:00
Hothouse Flowers
19:00
Hothouse Flowers
TBA
About The Lemon Tree: Layout, History & Architecture
The Lemon Tree occupies the site of a former Victorian Gothic Revival church, originally constructed around 1860, and was converted into a dedicated arts venue, opening its doors in 1992. The building retains elements of its ecclesiastical past, particularly in its high ceilings and structural shell, adapted with modern interior architecture to suit its current purpose. The main performance area, known as the Studio, is a flexible, primarily flat-floor space that can accommodate up to 550 standing patrons or be configured for 280 seated guests. This adaptability allows for a diverse programme, though the flat-floor design means sightlines at capacity standing events can be restricted for those towards the rear or of shorter stature.
Acoustically, the Studio presents a characteristic sound profile influenced by its original high-ceilinged, open church volume. While not an anechoic chamber, the installed professional sound reinforcement system and strategic acoustic treatments effectively manage the natural reverberation, delivering a clear and powerful audio experience tailored for live music and spoken word. The resultant sound is lively and engaging, well-suited to amplification, rather than the dry precision of purpose-built concert halls. Adjacent to the main hall, the smaller Lounge space offers a more intimate setting for emerging acts and relaxed performances, accommodating approximately 80-100 patrons in a more direct, proximal environment.
The Live Experience & Current Schedule
Entering The Lemon Tree from West North Street, patrons are directed through a functional foyer leading to internal bars and the performance spaces. For standing events in the Studio, the atmosphere is immediate and concentrated, with patrons converging directly before the stage. Seated configurations, while improving individual sightlines, maintain the close engagement inherent to the venue's scale. The Lounge, by contrast, provides a distinctly personal and immediate connection between performer and audience due to its inherent small size. With 3 live performances scheduled, upcoming entry prices start from £175. The next confirmed event on the calendar is Teenage Fanclub on 11th November 2026.
Travel & Arrival Logistics
Rail & Mainline Connections
The nearest mainline station is Aberdeen Railway Station. From the station concourse, head north-east along Guild Street, turning left onto Market Street, which transitions into Union Street. Continue along Union Street before turning right onto King Street. Finally, turn left onto West North Street, where The Lemon Tree is located. This route constitutes an approximate 15-minute walk.
Bus & Local Transit
Numerous bus routes serve central Aberdeen, with key stops located along Union Street and King Street, both within a 5-minute walk of the venue. Specific services vary, but operators such as First Bus and Stagecoach provide comprehensive city and regional links.
Parking & Vehicle Access
For those arriving by car, several multi-storey car parks are available within a 10-minute radius. Notable options include NCP Shiprow (an 8-minute walk south-east) and Bon Accord St Nicholas (a 5-minute walk south-west). Patrons are advised to check current tariffs and consider pre-booking spaces, particularly for evening events, due to potential city centre congestion.
Entry, Queues & Security
The main entrance is situated on West North Street. Queues typically form directly on the pavement outside the venue, managed by staff. Standard security protocols are in place, including mandatory bag searches. For popular events, patrons are advised to arrive 30-45 minutes prior to advertised door times to facilitate smooth ingress and secure preferred vantage points.