Join us for the weekend in beautiful Ballater, Aberdeenshire
Our next event is on
29th Sept to 1 Oct 23
What's on at Thrive 2023?
Bikes. Family. Local Business
This years Thrive is jam packed with something for everyone. Whether you are a hard core cyclist, outdoor enthuisast, a parent with kids to amuse or just fancy some good food and entertainment, we have you covered.
THE BEST RAFFLE IN THE WORLD
(probably)
You could win one of the following:
- A full suspension mtb worth over £3000
- A pair of Santa Cruz Reserve alloy wheels worth over £650
- An EVOC backpakc worth over £200
- Troy Lee body armour worth over £160
- A pair of Vittoria tyres worth over £120
- More prizes to be added!
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Get your tickets from
Film Night
Hosted by Santa Cruz
29 Sept from 7pm
Family Activities
Fairground rides, stalls, education and soft play
30 Sept &
1 Oct
Bike & Accesory Brands
29 different companies with the latest kit.
30 Sept &
1 Oct
Demo Rides
Over a dozen bike brands to choose from
Morning or Afternoon
30 Sept &
1 Oct
Clan Stunt Team
Two showings a day!
30 Sept &
1 OCt
Local Businesses
20 different organisations with stalls
30 Sept &
1 Oct
Guided Rides
5 companies to pick from
30 Sept &
1 Oct
Food and Music
8 Food providers open all day
30 Sept &
1 Oct
Services
Come and meet the local heros, even get to sit in a Fire Engine!
30 Sept &
1 Oct
Not sure where to ride?
We have some top class guiding companies operating over the weekend at Thrive.
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Fully qualified, totally knowledgeable and able to make sure you get the most out of your day. Why not book a demo bike from Cyclehighlands and take it with you?
Fri, 29 SeptBallater29 Sept, 19:00 – 21:30Ballater, Station Square The Victoria & Albert Halls, Ballater AB35 5QB, UK
What we're about
BIKE
Thrive is first and foremost about riding bikes.
Aberdeenshire is one of the UKs top cycling areas. We want to promote and help improve riding in the region.
FAMILY
We are family orientated and make sure we have something for everyone at our events.
We want to help introduce kids to cycling and the outdoor experience.
BUSINESS
The Thrive team are entrepreneurs and business people.
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We recognise that the stronger the local economy the more the community benefits.
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We're local
Thrive takes place in Ballater, Aberdeenshire.
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We love the local area. We look to help the local economy benefit from the incredible adventure tourism on offer in the region.
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Thrive is scheduled in late summer to help extend the tourist season.
Thrive Business Partners
“My bike is more than just a bike.
It's my path to fitness, mental wellbeing and quality time.”
Gavin Baxter,
Deeside Thistle MTB
“We had a great time at the Thrive Festival. We were able to connect with new youth members and leaders, growing our club and engaging really positively with other local companies."
John Patterson,
Balmoral Bar
"If I could I would have two thrives a year. It was the second busiest weekend after games weekend that we had. I thought it was a great thing for the village as it provides something for people that aren’t just interested in biking."
David Murray,
On Call Support Watch Commander, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
“With lots of Visitors to the Area, we were delighted to be asked along to the first Thrive Mountain Bike Festival in Ballater.
It was a great way to Interact with the Mountain Bike Community and to have the discussion about acting carefully and responsibly whilst out on the Trails in the Area”.
Katy,
KT Boutique, Ballater
"Brilliant weekend! Great to see so many visitors to Ballater. Lots to see and do for all ages, not just the experienced cyclists.
Excellent idea, supporting small businesses and the local economy. Really hope THRIVE takes place every year! "
Mark Read,
Deeside Camper Conversions
I would just like to thank you all for the great event last year and also hope this year will be the same for all traders and the entertainment for the public.
As a local Campervan Conversion company business in Ballater we were really grateful for the good costs for the trade stand and the amount of work we generated from your fantastic weekend.
We would highly recommend this event to all.
Looking forward to the same this year, keep up the good work Thrive team!!!!!!
Working to promote, maintain and improve riding in Aberdeenshire