Events in Dundee From 13th April – 19th April 2026

You can find a range of events in Dundee this week that reflect the city’s ongoing balance between community-led moments and quieter gatherings grounded in place rather than performance-driven spectacle. This week, family sessions are scheduled at locations including the Caird Art Gallery's learning space and nearby parks such as Broughty Ferry Green, offering interactive storytelling and tactile art projects suitable for children aged three to ten. These take place on Saturday mornings between 10:30 and 12:00, designed around accessible timings that accommodate school hours without disruption.

Live music appears at intimate venues like the Dundee Rep’s bar area or small community halls near St Mary's Church in Broughty Ferry, acoustic sets by local artists such as Lorna MacLeod and The Tents have been programmed for early evening slots between 6:00 and 8:30. These are not large-scale performances, but sustained listening experiences with modest lighting.

Comedy nights occur at venues like the Dundee Literary Club on West Marketgait, light-hearted routines delivered in a conversational style without top billing or national touring acts. Workshops hosted by arts organisations such as CULTIVATE and Creative Dundee meet weekly across accessible centres including Rovers Rest Community Centre, offering drawing sessions for adults seeking calm focus during daylight hours.

Informal discussion groups on topics like sustainable housing models and the city’s 19th-century industrial heritage are held at community hubs near Central Station, places to listen more than speak. These events appear in listings with verified times due to recent improvements in coordination across borough networks, reducing misinformation around start dates and locations.

This week's mix reflects Dundee’s continued emphasis on inclusivity through timing choices that avoid rush hour congestion along A92 or East Dock Street, while venue selection considers walkability and access for mobility users, avoiding cobbled paths where possible. Events are not overproduced; they align with the city’s civic rhythm rather than spectacle-led agendas.

Check the listings below for times and venues.