Events in Dundee From 27th April – 3rd May 2026

Events in Dundee this week feature live music, themed dinners, and cultural gatherings that highlight the city’s shift from its industrial roots to a hub for innovation. This week includes a soul concert at Caird Hall, where performances echo through historic walls dating back to the 19th century. Comedy-dinner experiences take place in warehouse-style venues near the waterfront, blending meals with stand-up acts referencing local civic life and Dundee’s evolution from jute mill town to leader in AI and tech. Late-night events include pop-ups inspired by Gaelic heritage and digital art, hosted across city centre venues or at St Andrews for broader access.

Music ranges from intimate folk sets in independent bars near Seagate bus station to larger synth-pop tributes celebrating 1980s legends. These happen primarily at performance spaces adjacent to Dens Park and the Dundee Ice Arena, which also stream live sport during peak hours. Dining experiences connect with local food producers, many with generational roots, to serve multi-course meals using seasonal ingredients from farms along the Tay Estuary.

Summer celebrations continue into late evening across public areas like Broughty Ferry and East Dock Street, where light installations activate after dark. These events reflect Dundee’s long-standing civic spirit, echoing its 1889 recognition as Scotland’s first official city and aligning with current developments in AI research and urban design at V&A Dundee.

Check the listings below for times and venues.