P&J Live Joins Other UK Venues To Participate In One Day At Christmas
P&J Live joins other live event venues from throughout the UK to participate in the industry’s most ambitious social initiative yet. One Day at Christmas, a free event this Friday 5th December 2025, will see the live events industry come together to host a festive Christmas dinner and community celebration for more than 3,500 vulnerable and isolated people from their local communities.
Aberdeen’s One Day at Christmas team made up of staff from P&J Live, has worked closely alongside local charities VSA, AFC Community Trust, TLC Aberdeen, Aberdeen Linking Lives and the Mamacita Foundation to invite 80 special guests to the venue this Friday.
The 2025 event marks a significant milestone for One Day at Christmas, welcoming ten participating venues - the largest ever number of venues, including the debut of P&J Live and Tobacco Dock in London.
Further amplifying the campaign’s reach, much-loved broadcaster and host of Good Morning Britain, Richard Madeley, has officially lent his support, hosting the central event at Excel London. His involvement underscores the national importance of the initiative, which has already served over 10,000 meals since its inception in 2017.
Julian Agostini, founder of On Day at Christmas, said: “This event is the ultimate showcase of heart and capability of the UK events industry. When we say no one should feel alone at Christmas, we mean it. Expanding to ten major venues, from Aberdeen to London, demonstrates the sheer cooperation and determination of the industry to give back.”
One day at Christmas is unique because it is entirely powered by the events and exhibition community. P&J Live is donating the venue space, all catering by its in-house culinary team, all volunteers and a gift for each guest. The collective effort aimed and tackling the UK’s loneliness epidemic, which affects millions of adults.
Claire-Lena Miller-Davis, Senior Business Development Manager (Exhibitions & Events) at P&J Live and lead One Day at Christmas Aberdeen organiser, said: “We had heard about this wonderful initiative within the industry, and were keen to get involved to give back to our own local community. We are used to delivering a wide range of events throughout the year, so to be able to put our skills to good use while helping the vulnerable and isolated is something we felt strongly about.”
Agostini added: “This is more than just a festive meal; it’s about providing connection, community, and dignity for those who need it most. We are ready to help show the nation what true Christmas spirit looks like.”
Frequently Asked Questions
- 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.
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P&J Live do not sell tickets directly and are unable to take ticket bookings directly over the phone. Tickets must be purchased online.
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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 Service 727 runs regularly from Aberdeen City Centre to Aberdeen Airport, stopping in the TECA site as well as the 64/64A Service from Union Square to Inverurie. Updated timetables can be found here.
- 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.