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From global associations to local conferences, we partner with organisations on their journey to successful conferences, associations, meetings and banqueting events.
Learn what our local and around the world clients, had to say about our venue and Aberdeen as a destination of choice for their event.
British Orthopaedic Association Annual Congress
September 2021
The annual congress of BOA was one of the first large-scale conferences to take place at the venue following an 18-month hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic. As one of the UK’s biggest medical conferences, this provided P&J Live with the opportunity to showcase the entire venue, with almost all of the conference, meetings, exhibition spaces, and restaurants being utilised over four days.
British Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society 2020
Duff Bruce, NHS Grampian - Consultant General Surgeon and Clinical Lead was the local organiser of British Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society 2020 at P&J Live, Aberdeen. He discusses his experience with P&J Live and VisitAberdeenshire.
World Family Therapy Congress
March 2019
"The Centre staff was one of the best we have ever worked with. Not just one person, but all of the staff… event management, A/V, security, food and cleaning staff all were focused on helping us make our event great for the attendees.
Aberdeen was a great location choice. People want to go to Scotland and our attendance numbers were very good because of that. Aberdeen also offered an affordable conference location and was a great place for day trips to explore the culture."
Douglas Tschopp, World Family Therapy Congress
British Society for Haemostasis and Thrombosis
January 2022
The Annual Scientific meeting of the British Society for Haemostasis and Thrombosis (BSHT) was the first association event to take place at P&J Live in 2022. 150 delegates from the society were in attendance over 2 days at P&J Live. The conference included plenary talks, presentations and training sessions alongside a poster session, exhibition area and conference dinner – all within the first floor of the venue.
The Association of Surgeons in Training UK National Conference 2022
March 2022
The UK National Conference of The Association of Surgeons in Training (ASiT) took place at P&J Live from 4th to 6th March 2022. Day one of the conference saw 300 delegates attend P&J Live, with 600 delegates on days two and three. The conference hosted training courses, a main plenary session, a poster display area, exhibition and catering area within the venue’s Baker Hughes Conference & Exhibition Hub.
The Association for the Study of Medical Education (ASME) Annual Scholarship Meeting
July 2022
The Association for the Study of Medical Education (ASME) Annual Scholarship Meeting took place at P&J Live from 6th-8th July 2022. Delegates travelled from all over the world to attend the three-day conference in Aberdeen. The event encompassed workshops, keynote presentations, oral presentations, e-poster display areas and poster presentations, video presentations, group sessions, an exhibition area and a drinks reception all held within the Baker Hughes Conference & Exhibition Hub.
World Energy Council's Executive Assembly & Energy Trilemma Summit
October 2022
As a venue, we work closely with VisitScotland, the local government and other local partners to gather a strong competitive bid to bring events to the region. In October 2022, P&J Live hosted the World Energy Council's Executive Assembly & Energy Trilemma Summit which brought together the World Energy Council’s leadership and expert community from nearly 100 countries. The event took place in the Baker Hughes Exhibition & Conference Hub.
Floating Offshore Wind & Cables 2022
October 2022
Floating Offshore Wind and Cables took place between the 12th & 13th October 2022 at P&J Live. Organised by Scottish Renewables and RenewableUK, the event saw over 1,500 delegates across the two days all within the Baker Hughes Exhibition and Conference Hub. From 2021 the event had tripled in size and included a 4,000 sqm exhibition in the Halls, theatre style content within the exhibition space, 1,000 seat auditorium and a local networking drinks reception.
SPE Offshore Europe 2023
September 2023
Jonathan Heastie, Portfolio Director at RX Global talked about his time during the preparation, the build-up and during show time at the 50th anniversary of SPE Offshore Europe Exhibition & Conference. Between Tuesday 5th and Friday 8th of September around 30,000 people attended the show in Aberdeen which utilised the whole venue including our car park which was turned into an exhibition hall especially for the event, the arena, halls A, B & C, conference suites and meeting rooms.
Energy Exports Conference 2023
June 2023
On the 6th and 7th of June 2023 we welcomed Energy Exports Conference to P&J Live, one of their largest in person events! The event had over 2,000 delegates signed up, 50 exhibitors, 7 Key sponsors and speakers from all over the world! We look forward to welcoming them back in 2024.
ASRA Annual Conference & Exhibition 2024
April 2024
ASRA (The Association for Student Residential Accommodation) came to the Granite City for the first time from the 28th April to the 1st May 2024. There event took places in various spaces across the Baker Hughes Exhibition & Conference Hub and included conference and exhibition space, award dinners and more.
Friends of ANCHOR - Brave & Courage on the Catwalk
May 2024
Friends of ANCHOR held their prestigious Courage on the Catwalk and Brave events at P&J Live for the very first time in 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I buy Premium tickets?
You can see our hospitality packages here. To discuss premium experiences or package options, contact our team or purchase online via Seat Unique.
How can I buy a VIP View Bar Upgrade?
You can purchase a VIP View Bar Upgrade to selected events here. It includes early access, fast-track entry, complimentary drink on arrival and access to the View Bar before, during and post-show.
How can I purchase tickets for a concert at P&J Live?
Tickets are available from our ticketing agents AXS on https://www.axs.com/uk and Seat Unique on https://pandjlive.seatunique.c...
P&J Live do not sell tickets directly and are unable to take ticket bookings directly over the phone. Tickets must be purchased online.
How do I register for access to venue presale?
For certain events, venue presale tickets might be on offer. This means you'll be access tickets before they go on general sale.
To gain access to our exclusive venue presale, sign up to our newsletter here and we will send you an email with the presale link for tickets go on general sale! Please note you'll need to be signed up at least an hour before the sale starts!
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How can I book a table at 195 Bar & Grill?
Our 195 Bar & Grill offers a unique dining experience before selected shows at P&J Live. You can check availability and book a table here.
Will I be able to purchase food at P&J Live?
There is a wide range of food and beverage options available to purchase for concerts and events, including catering outlets offering a variety of hot food options.
Please note - it is against venue policy to allow patrons to bring in their own food and drink to the venue. At P&J live it is our aim to be completely cashless, all of our bars, kiosks and restaurants accept card payments, this is more efficient, safe and ensures a speedy transaction. There are therefore no cash machines on the TECA site.
Is there parking available at P&J Live?
Yes, there is parking available on-site at P&J Live.
There are various ways to pay for your parking at P&J Live
On site payment machines : We accept both cash and card payments on site, pay on exit is required by entering your vehicle registration at any one of our machines located in the car parks. Please note payment machines only take coins and not notes.
APCOA Connect App : Up to 24 hour after you have left the venue, you can pay for your parking on the APCOA Connect App. Once you have downloaded the app, use location code 6680 for the Sub-T Car Park (underground) and location code 2356 for the Surface Car Park.
You can also pay for parking via the APCOA website here, click which car park you parked in and then you will be able to pay for parking.
Can I pay by cash within P&J Live?
At P&J Live it is our aim to be completely cashless, all of our bars, kiosks and restaurants accept card and contactless payments. This is more efficient, safe and ensures a speedy transaction.
There are no cash machines on the TECA sites.
What bus can take me to P&J Live?
Regular buses will be coming in and out of the complex daily for public use. Details on bus routes and operators are still in discussion and any updates will be posted on the getting here page of the website.
Currently, the Stagecoach Bluebird Jet Service 727 runs regularly from Aberdeen City Centre to Aberdeen Airport, stopping in the TECA site.
How do I purchase accessible seating for a show at P&J Live?
Booking accessibility tickets has never been easier, this can now be booked online via AXS. If you are able or have someone to assist you please visit P&J Live's AXS Page, select the event you wish to see and click on ‘Wheelchair Tickets’ or ‘Ambulant Accessible Tickets’ to select your required seating and any companion tickets (if required).
Our seating configuration is flexible so the wheelchair and ambulant seating locations will vary from event to event, it is usual for us to have several locations for you to choose from, for wheelchair users; at the front of the flat floor seating beside the stage, a raised platform at the rear of the floor and also there are a few locations in our balcony area.
Further information on accessibility at the Venue can be found on our Accessibility page.