What's On in Dundee this Christmas

Your ultimate guide to Dundee's Christmas events, markets and more!

Christmas Market, Verdant Works

Sat 22 & Sun 23 November, 11am–4pm
West Henderson’s Wynd, DD1 5BT
Kick off the season at Verdant Works with top local producers, festive shopping and performances from choirs and musical groups.

Winter WestFest

Thu 27 November, 4–8pm
Miller’s Wynd car park
Enjoy the West End Christmas Fortnight launch with a market, rides, music, lights, Santa and a pipe band at Miller’s Wynd.

Winter Design Market, V&A Dundee

Fri 28 – Sun 30 November, 10am–5pm
1 Riverside Esplanade, DD1 4EZ
V&A Dundee’s Festive Design Market returns to showcase leading Scottish designers, makers and new DJCAD graduates.

Discovery Point Christmas Market

Sat 29 – Sun 30 November, 11am–4pm
Riverside Drive, DD1 4XA
Discovery Point hosts a busy festive market featuring makers and producers from Dundee, Fife, Perthshire and Angus. Also offers pay what you can entry to Discovery Point & RRS Discovery

Jack and the Beanstalk

Sat 29 November - Tue 30 December
Tay Square, DD1 1PB
Join Caroline the Highland Cow as she steps into the spotlight to deliver an exciting and innovative rendition of Jack and the Beanstalk. 

Christmas Market at The McManus

Sat 6 December, 10am–4pm
Albert Square, DD1 1DA
A family-friendly festive market with gift stalls from local makers plus seasonal activities.

Discovery Point Santa’s Grotto

Sat 6 – Mon 22 December
Riverside Drive, DD1 4XA
Meet Santa by the waterfront and enjoy a magical festive experience, complete with decorations, music, and a gift for every child.

ScrapAntics Winter Gathering

Sun 14 December, 12–3pm
ScrapAntics Community Space, DD1 2DB
A community celebration with food, creative activities, play sessions and storytelling.

The Yard

Multiple dates across November and December
The Steeple, Nethergate, DD1 4DG
& Canvas, Ure Street, DD1 5HZ

You can find more info on Dundee’s upcoming events below.