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Christmas
in Dundee
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EASON’S GREETINGS •
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RY CHRISTMAS FROM DUNDEE •
FESTIVE GUIDE: WHAT’S ON November 2019 - January 2020
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Dundee’s Christmas Lights Switch On5.30pm – 8.30pmFREECity Square
The action kicks off on stage at 5.30pm with presenters, fun and music.The torchlight procession arrives in City Square approx. 6.45pm ready for the Christmas message and the countdown to “lights on”! We recommend lining the streets to watch the procession as it winds its way into the square from The McManus down Commercial Street and into the High Street.After lights on, get your dancing shoes at the ready and birl your neighbour in a massive Christmas Ceilidh. Led by the fabulous Skyrie – your toes will tap and your arms will swing to the beat. Grab a warming drink at the bar and enjoy the festive fun.
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Dundee’s Christmas Light Night
Friday 15th November Albert Square Mini Lights Switch OnFrom 5.30pm
Bring your little ones to Albert Square for our mini lights switch on happening simultaneously with the countdown live on screen from City Square! Enjoy the countdown on the screen beamed live from City Square and celebrate as we light up Pingoo the loveable Christmas penguin. A less busy event for those with wee ones or those who enjoy more breathingroom. Hot chocolate and bar available to enjoy a warm drink while they play.Kids disco and face painting from 5.30pm – 8.00pm.
Wishing WallAlbert Square
Come and make your Christmas wish at the beautiful Wishing Wall. Write your wish on a label and we’ll set it on the wall to light up the night and shine bright for the evening.
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Horne’s Carnival11am - 9pmMurraygate, Wellgate
Stretching the length of the Murraygate to the Wellgate, look out for a variety of carnival rides for all ages to enjoy.
Torchlight ProcessionMeet from 5.45pm leaving 6.30pm High School of Dundee
Take your place in our annual torchlight procession – made by and for the people of Dundee! Join the free family friendly public workshops to build your LED lantern (see workshops section), then come along on the night to join in! To carry a lit torch, you can just turn up on the night and register. You must be over 18 years to get your wristband. Best views of this spectacular event - line the streets of the procession route which snakes from High School of Dundee to Albert Square, Commercial Street, High Street and ends in City Square prior to lights switch on.
Street TheatreAlbert Square, Reform Street, City Square
Join the performing arts students and graduates from Dundee and Angus College for a night of interactive festive fun!
Silent Disco
IT’S CHRISTMAAAAAAAAS - and what better way to get in the festive mood, than to sing and dance through the streets of Dundee with our Festive Silent Adventure...
www.silentadventures.co.uk/dundee
Dundee Nativity - The Christmas Angel7.30pmSteeple Church, Nethergate
Meet the archangel Gabriel grappling with a major assignment – telling the story of the first Christmas! Wonderful music, free for all ages, plus an opportunity for some younger audience members to join the actors on stage.... with costumes provided!
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Santa BusAlbert Square
Kids will be welcome on-board our specially
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decorated Santa Bus to meet Mrs Claus and receive some sweet treats.
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Christmas Night MarketThursdays 28th November,5th December, 12th December5pm - 9pmThe Stables at Taypark House Hotel
Kick off the festive spirit at Taypark House Hotel’s Christmas Night Market. They will have free gin, beer and soft drink tasting, music, delicious hot chocolate, mulled wine and festive wood-fired pizzas, fantastic local produce, crafts, home furnishings, giftware, jewellery and art work on sale. This year they will also have a twin star marquee with heating, seats and live acoustic music to really kick off the festive season in style.
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Dundee’s Farmers’ MarketSaturday 16th November9am - 4pmCity Square
Come along to Dundee’s Farmers’ Market for your last minute Christmas gifts, fresh regional meat, fish and vegetables for your festive feast. You can even get your very own glittery red nose to rival any reindeer!
www.dundeesfarmersmarket.com
V&A Dundee Festive Design Market Saturday 23rd November - Sunday 24th November10am - 5pmV&A Dundee, Riverside Esplanade
At last, the festive design market you’ve been waiting for! Curated by pop-up legends Tea Green, V&A’s first ever Design Market is packed to the festive rafters with covetable high quality design across a range of prices. Featuring work from some of Scotland’s best independents, some exhibiting in the city for the first time, we promise a market that is all killer no filler.www.vam.ac.uk/dundee
Women’s Business Station -Festive Market and Business ExhibitionFriday 29th November 11am - 6pmSaturday 30th November 9am - 6pmSunday 1st December 10am - 5pmWellgate Shopping Centre
Celebrate your local entrepreneurs with something for EVERYONE. Wellgate Shops
Marvellous Markets
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Crafted 2019 Saturday 30th November11.30am - 5.30pmDCA Local bus into townCRAFTED, DCA’s Christmas Craft and Design Market is back! Get in the festive spiritand buy directly from over 30 talented independent designers and makers. We’re excited to be bring together some of the best contemporary makers from across Scotland all under one roof! With jewellery, textiles, illustration, print, homeware and more, you’re sure to find unique gifts for family, friends and maybe even yourself!
Winter FayreSaturday 30th NovemberSunday 1st December11am - 4pmThe High Mill, Verdant Works
Our festive Winter Fayre returns to Verdant Works for its third year! Enjoy mulled wine, mince pies and the chance to finish (or start!) your holiday shopping as we host a variety of artists, designers and independent businesses in our beautiful High Mill.www.verdantworks.com
Christmas Night MarketTuesday 3rd December11am - 4pmDuke’s Corner
Showcasing local food, drink and craft producers as well as student stalls from DJCAD.
Dundee’s Christmas Farmers’MarketSaturday 21st December11am - 4pmCity Square
Come along to Dundee’s Farmers’ Market for your last minute Christmas gifts, fresh regional meat, fish and vegetables for your festive feast. You can even get your very own glittery red nose to rival any reindeer!
www.dundeesfarmersmarket.com
have created “Wellgate gifts Christmas” with a value of £1k, each attendee receives 1 FREE ENTRY,Winner announced 3pm on Sunday 1st December.
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A Very Unicorn Christmas!Saturday 7th December 11am - 4pmHMS Unicorn, Victoria DockFREE
Join us for a day of festive fun on board Scotland’s oldest ship! We will have stalls selling lots of handmade goods, children’s activities and the fantastic dance group, Shaper Caper, will be performing their magical Cinderella adaptation. Rumour has it Santa might be making an appearance too! Don’t forget to wrap up warm.
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Makers for Maggie’sChristmas MarketSunday 8th December11am - 4pmDiscovery Point and RRS Discovery, Discovery Quay
A fantastic line up of local and regional designers, artists and makers all supporting Maggie’s Cancer Centre in Dundee. Come and browse the stalls, relax in the pop-up café/tea room, find out more about cancer support at the ‘Mini-Maggie’s pop up’. Ticket for RRS Discovery not required to visit Makers for Maggie’s Christmas Market.
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Wonderful Workshops
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Christmas Light NightTorchlight Procession Lantern Workshops2nd & 3rd November 1pm - 4pm9th & 10th November 1pm - 4pmBaxter Park Pavilion
FREE Drop inCome along and have fun making your lantern for the Light Night torchlit procession.
Zero Waste Christmas Gift MakingTuesday 26th November6pm - 8.30pmSerendipities, 12 Union Street Local bus into town
£5Learn how to make Christmas gifts from materials in the house including face scrubs and hand soap.
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Christmas Clothes Swap &Repair CaféSaturday 30th November1pm- 5pmGate Church
FREEWhether you need a Christmas Party outfit, a Christmas jumper or some festive clothes, we’ve got it. Swapping our clothes is cheaper, more sustainable and quite fun too!...
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Christmas Advent Calendar Class Saturday 30th November 10amSew Confident StudioBroughty Ferry
Join us for a fun Christmas filled day! This course is suitable for those who have a few sewing projects under their belt already. It's a fiddly project with some optional quilting involved but you will leave feeling accomplished and right in the mood for Christmas! The end result is a beautiful quilted advent Calendar that you will use every year - a serious family heirloom!
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DCA Christmas CrafternoonSunday 1st December &Sunday 8th December12pm - 5pmDCA
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We will have a large selection of clothes and accessories for women, men and children, and if you have any you no longer want/need you can bring them along too.
Join us for this year’s annual ‘Christmas Crafternoon’ where we’ll be focusing on ethical ways to bring some festive cheer to your home - no glass balls, plastic or glitter, just simple natural and eco-friendly alternatives. There will be an array of handmade items for you to make including some bunting, decorations and a wreath, all made using sustainable materials. Enjoy a sweet treat, some Christmas tunes and leave feeling invigorated for the festive season!www.dca.org.uk
A Day to PlaySaturday 30th November2pm - 3.15pmThe McManus, Dundee’sArt Gallery & Museum
Local bus into townSpend a magical wintery afternoon with Shaper/Caper exploring the museum’s new exhibition ‘Among the Polar Ice’. These interactive workshops feature song, dress up, dance and play and are led by professional dancers. Perfect for children of all ages andtheir grown-ups! Places are limited, booking is essential via www.eventbrite.com
Christmas Wreath WorkshopTuesday 3th December7pm - 8.30pmQuirky Coo
Local bus into town£35Join us in the stylish ‘Quirky Coo’ to create a festive wreath for you to proudly hang on your door over the Christmas period. Our expert florist will guide you through the whole process, with all materials supplied and you will take home everything you make on the day. All you need to bring is some Christmas cheer!
Christmas Wreath WorkshopTuesday 3rd December12.30pm - 3.30pmSew Confident StudioBroughty Ferry
£40Come along and get into the festive spirit by making your very own Christmas Rag Wreath which can be used year after year. Bring along your own Christmas themed fabrics or recycle an old duvet or something similar – the results will look great whatever you choose.
Christmas Wreath WorkshopSaturday 30th November7pm - 9.30pmTaypark House Hotel
£45You’ll be greeted with a glass of prosecco to start your night off with a fizz. Our expertflorists will then guide you through the process of creating and designing your very own Christmas Wreath to hang proudly on your front door. All materials are supplied - all you’ll need to supply is some Christmas cheer!
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Christmas Make and Take WorkshopsSaturdays 7th, 14th, 21st DecemberSundays 8th, 15th, 22nd Decembervarious times (45mins - 1hr activities)Dundee Science Centre
£15Join Dundee Science Centre for a Winter Workshop. You and your little elves will be working in our North Pole workshop to help Santa to make messy and fun creations that you can take home. Packed full of make and take activities to get everyone in the festive spirit. www.dundeesciencecentre.org.uk
Doggie Christmas NightTuesday 10th December6pm - 8.30pmSerendipities, 12 Union Street
£8Christmas is for all and we can’t forget about our 4 legged friends. Bring along your doggie friend, make some doggie ice-cream and a homemade doggie gift.
www.serendipities.co.uk
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Christmas at the McManusSaturday 7th December12pm - 4pmThe McManus, Dundee’s Art Gallery & Museum Local bus into townFREE Drop inGet ready for Christmas and join us for a special afternoon of festive fun for all the family! Drop in throughout the afternoon for Christmas crafts for all the family, carol singing with the ‘Loadsaweeminsingin’ choir, find the perfect gift at The McManus Shop and unwind in The McManus Café with some mulled wine and a mince pie.
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Foodie Experiences
Whisky Galore!Friday 22nd November8pm - 10pmDiscovery Point and RRS Discovery,Discovery Quay
Local bus into town£30During ‘Whisky Galore!’ you’ll learn about the distillation process as you sample a selection of whiskies linked to RRS Discovery and her crew, including a painstaking recreation of vintage whisky found outside the Antarctic hut of famed polar explorer Ernest Shackleton. www.rrsdiscovery.com
St Andrews Day PartySaturday 30th November 6pm - 8pmSerendipities, 12 Union Street Local bus into town£6Come along and grab some yummy homemade Scottish style food and learn to make some Scottish crafts and listen to music from local Scottish musicians. We are a social enterprise in the form of a cosy, quirky café, dedicated to creating and inspiring social change.
Christmas Tea & CarolsSaturday 7th December3pm - 5.30pmGate Church
FREEJoin us for afternoon tea and a sing-along of old favourite Christmas Carols. Transport can be provided to and from your home if required.
Tickets must be booked in advance by calling 01382 221222 or emailing [email protected]
Breakfast with SantaSundays 8th December, 15th December, 22nd December 10amForgan’s Broughty Ferry
£9.95 per child £12.95 per adult BrunchBring along the wee ones and let them hand their wish list to the big fella himself. We will have our very own grotto corner, a gift from Santa and a festive breakfast for the kids to tuck into. This is a book in advance event.www.forgans.co.uk/broughty-ferryserendipitiescafe
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Dundee Nativity -The Christmas AngelFriday 15th November 7.30pm Saturday 16th November 2.30pm Sunday 17th November 2.30pmSteeple Church, NethergateWednesday 4th December 7pmChalmers Ardler Church
FREEMeet the archangel Gabriel grappling with a major assignment – telling the story of the first Christmas! Is the angelic to-do list complete? How will people react? Will they believe or fall down in fright when an angel appears? Wonderful music, free for all ages, plus an opportunity for some younger audience members to join the actors on stage.... with costumes provided!
FUNBOX - Christmas inToy TownThursday 21st November 10am Friday 22nd November 10am Saturday 23rd November 11am & 2pm
The Nutcracker Sunday 24th November2.30pm - 7.30pmCaird Hall, City Square
Local bus into town£28.50, £26.50, £24 (Concession £2 off)Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a trip to your local theatre for a dazzling production of the most famous ballet in the world - The Nutcracker. Snow flurries, sweets,
Plays and Performances
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Sunday 24th November 12pm & 3pmWhitehall Theatre, 12 Bellfield Street
£13.50. Family £48. Groups 10+ £11 EachFUNBOX present ‘CHRISTMAS IN TOY TOWN’ as they kick off their festive tour in Dundee. Ready… ‘Teddy’… Go! It’s time to get‘ dolled’ up and get your ‘skates’ on because we’re heading to Toy Town for the brand newseasonal spectacular from Anya, Kevin, Gary and Bonzo the dog (formerly of The Singing Kettle). There are keys to discover, games to play and songs to sing.
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Emily Mouse’s Christmas TalesMonday 2nd December to Tuesday 24th DecemberDundee Rep
£5Join Rep Ensemble member Emily Winter and her friend Mouse, who will take children and adults on a journey through songs, rhymes and some specially written stories by children’s author Vivian French. Emily Mouse’s Christmas Tales takes place throughout December and is an ideal opportunity for children aged 0-4 years (andtheir grown-ups!) to share some Christmas fun. www.dundeerep.co.uk
Snow WhiteSaturday 7th December to Monday 30th DecemberVarious performance timesGardyne Theatre
£23.75 & £ variousMirror mirror on the wall, which is the fairest panto of all? Over the hills and beyond the wall, Snow White the fairest of them all! Join us on a magical adventure to meet a Wicked Queen with a terrible jealous streak, a handsome Prince who’s searching for love, and the fairest of all damsels in distress with lips as red as the rose, hair black as ebony, and skin white as snow. Expect all the magic of a traditional pantomime but with a contemporary twist.
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princes, magic and love are just some of the elements that will be brought together in this highly accessible ballet.
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Christmas Service Summary
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Full route Outer Circle(9a) Barnhill - Barnhill 1931 1550
Full route from Ninewells Hospital(17) Ninewells Hospital - Whitfi eld 2015 1945Part route from City Centre(17) City Centre - Whitfi eld 2036 2006(17) City Centre - Ninewells Hospital 2047 2047
Full route from City Centre(1a) City Centre - St Marys 2010 2010(1b) City Centre - St Marys 2040 2040
Full route towards City Centre(1a) St Marys - City Centre 2105 2105(1b) St Marys - City Centre 2035 2035
Full route from City Centre(4) City Centre - Dryburgh 1558 1558
Full route from City Centre(18) City Centre - Kirkton 2100 2100
Part route from City Centre(9a) City Centre - Ninewells Hospital 2126 1949(10a) City Centre - Barnhill 2055 2025
Full route towards Ninewells Hospital(17) Whitfi eld - Ninewells Hospital 2013 2013Part route towards City Centre(17) Whitfi eld - City Centre 2113 2043(17) Ninewells Hospital - City Centre 2115 2115
Full route towards City Centre(4) Dryburgh - City Centre 1626 1626
Full route Outer Circle(10a) Ninewells - Ninewells 1940 1710Full route from Ninewells Hospital(10a) Ninewells Hospital - Barnhill 2040 2010Part route towards City Centre(9a) Barnhill - City Centre 2131 2101(10a) Ninewells Hospital - City Centre 2140 2010
Full route towards City Centre(18) Kirkton - City Centre 2120 2120
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Services 5 | 9/10
Services 15/17
*Please note: the 1918 journey from Barnhill will run normal Outer Circle route as far as The Crescent in Whitfi eld
Please note: these services will operate to a special schedule on Boxing Day & 2 January. See full timetables for details.
Full route to Ninewells Hospital(9a) Barnhill - Ninewells Hospital 2101 1918*
Date Travel Centre Bus Service LevelsMonday 23 DecemberChristmas EveChristmas DayBoxing DayFriday 27 DecemberSaturday 28 DecemberSunday 29 DecemberMonday 30 DecemberNew Year's EveNew Year's DayThursday 2 JanuaryFriday 3 JanuarySaturday 4 January
0930 - 17000930 - 1400ClosedClosed1000 - 16001000 - 1600Closed1000 - 16001000 - 1400ClosedClosed0930 - 17001000 - 1600
Normal (weekday) serviceSpecial Holiday service - last buses belowNo serviceSunday service - last buses belowSpecial Holiday serviceNormal (Saturday) serviceNormal (Sunday) serviceSpecial Holiday serviceSpecial Holiday service - last buses belowNo serviceSunday service - last buses belowSpecial Holiday serviceNormal service resumes for 2020
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26 Dec2 Jan
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Full route from Ninewells Hospital(22a) Ninewells Hospital - Craigowl 2037 2037Part route from City Centre(22a) City Centre - Craigowl 2056 2056(22) City Centre - Ninewells Hospital 2118 2048(22a) City Centre - Strathmartine 2056 2056
Full route from Myrekirk ASDA/Ninewells(28) Myrekirk ASDA - Douglas 2052 1952(29) Ninewells Hospital - Douglas 2022 2022Part route from City Centre(28) City Centre - Douglas 2114 2044(28) City Centre - Myrekirk ASDA 2024 2024(29) City Centre - Ninewells Hospital 2054 2054
Full route from City Centre(23) City Centre - Woodside Circular 1800 1800
Full route towards Ninewells Hospital(22a) Craigowl - Ninewells Hospital 2056 2023Part route towards City Centre(22a) Craigowl - City Centre 2126 2126(22) Ninewells Hospital - City Centre 2140 2110(22a) Strathmartine - City Centre 2120 2120
Full route from Douglas(28) Douglas - Myrekirk ASDA 2000 2000(29) Doulas - Ninewells Hospital 2030 2030Part route towards City Centre(28) Douglas - City Centre 2130 2100(28) Myrekirk ASDA - City Centre 2052 2052(29) Ninewells Hospital - City Centre 2122 2122
Full route towards City Centre(23) Woodside Circular - City Centre 1817 1817
Service 22
Service 28/29
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Full route from City Centre(32) City Centre - Fintry 2114 2014(33) City Centre - Whitfi eld 2044 1944
Full route from City Centre(137) City Centre - Strathmartine 1500 N/A(138) City Centre - Auchterhouse 1720 N/A(139) City Centre - Tealing 1225 N/A
Full route towards City Centre(32) Fintry - City Centre 2136 2036(33) Whitfi eld - City Centre 2105 2105
Full route towards City Centre(137) Strathmartine - City Centre 1525 N/A(138) Auchterhouse - City Centre 1756 N/A(139) Tealing - City Centre 1300 N/A
Services 32/33
Tendered Services
(X90) Dundee - Edinburgh Airport 2030 2330 (X90) Edinburgh Airport - Dundee 2200 0100
Edinburgh Airport Xpress Service X90
Please note: there will be no service on Christmas Day or New Year's Day, but fi rst buses on Boxing Day and 2 January will be 0400 from Dundee and 0530 from Edinburgh Airport
Dundee to/fromEdinburgh AirportDirect £18
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Dundee Symphony OrchestraWinter ConcertSaturday 23rd November7.30pmCaird Hall, City Square Local bus into town£13 (£11) & £ VariousThis promises to be a great start to DSO’s 2019/20 season, as they welcome Maya Iwabuchi, leader of the SNO, and Matthias Feile back to perform the glorious Brahms Double Concerto, for violin and cello. It is rightly one of the great concertos written in the romantic period. A treat for all.
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Oor Wullie - Christmas 2019Saturday 23rd November to Sunday 5th January 2020Various performance timesDundee Rep
£12-27Scotland’s cheekiest, spikey haired scamp is back THIS CHRISTMAS! Join Wullie, Fat Boab, Soapy Soutar, Wee Eck, and the rest of the Sunday Post gang, in a brand new musical
Aladdin A PantoWednesday 27th November to Sunday 1st December Various performance timesGardyne Theatre
£17.75 (£15.75) & £ VariousThe wicked Abanazer is seeking the magic lamp that contains the all-powerful Genie, so that he can rule the world, and is just steps away from succeeding! Is all hope lost? No! Help is at hand! Packed with songs,slapstick, silliness, audience participation for the whole family and all the fairytale magic of traditional pantomime!
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adventure celebrating their 80th anniversary as Scotland’s most beloved comic strip.Dundee Rep are delighted to bring this iconic character to the stage and prove that even at 80-years old he’s still Oor Wullie! Your Wullie! A’body’s Wullie! Age recommendation 5+ years.
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Jack & The BeanstalkFriday 13th December to Friday 20th December (no show on Mon 16th)Various performance timesWhitehall Theatre, 12 Bellfield Street
£18.75 (£16.75) & £ various
You can celebrate Christmas with this tinseltastic party show, featuring a festive feast of Christmas, Blues, Soul and Motown classics performed in the show stopping style that only the Chicago Blues Brothers can deliver.
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Scottish Ensemble Present: For A Winter’s Night -Concerts by CandlelightWednesday 4th December7.30pmCaird Hall, City Square
Local bus into town£14 & variousFlickering candlelight, atmospheric architecture, and music of illumination and warmth... Scottish Ensemble’s much-loved December concert provides an alternative to the usual musical offerings of the season, filling the beautiful surrounds of St. John’s Kirk with evocative music from across centuries and styles.
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Christmas CeilidhFriday 6th December9pm - 11pmDuke’s Corner
FREECome and join in the hooley. Music provided by The Gallivanters Ceilidh Band. No need to book just turn up and dance.
Tayside & Fife Health ServiceChristmas Carol ConcertThursday 12th DecemberCaird Hall, City Square
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Chicago Blues Brothers -Christmas PartySaturday 7th December7.30pmWhitehall Theatre, 12 Bellfield Street
£25.50 & £ variousThe Award Winning Chicago Blues Brothers are having a HUGE Christmas party this year.... and you’re invited.
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HMS Unicorn Festive CarolsTuesday 10th December 7pm HMS Unicorn, Victoria Dock Local bus into townFREEEveryone is welcome to join us and thewonderful Dundee Instrumental Band for an evening of festive carols on the Upper Deck.Don't forget to wrap up warm.
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Christmas Rewind at DouglasfieldFriday 20th December5.30pmMecca Bingo (Dundee Douglasfield)
From £27.54REWIND YOUR CHRISTMAS for this one off spectacular with live performances from 90’s sensations 911, East 17, N-Trance AND Big Brovaz & Booty Luv. Kicking off this fabulous evening with the world famous BONKERS BINGO!
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Dundee Choral Union Christmas ConcertSunday 15th December7.30pmCaird Hall
Local bus into town£15 & £ variousBach’s ‘Christmas Oratorio’ - Parts 1 to 3 Musical Director - Derek Clark , Orchestra of Scottish Opera.www.dundeecity.gov.uk/events/event/28080
RNSO The Snowman -Christmas ConcertFriday 20th December 7.30pmCaird Hall, City Square
£20 & £ variousWe’re walking in the air... it isn’t Christmas until The Snowman has taken you on his magical journey through the winter sky. In this special screening of the festive classic, the RSNO helps him on his way - and teams up with presenter Jamie MacDougall and our wonderful RSNO Choruses to host a Christmas party for the whole family. www.dundeebox.co.uk
The DMS Company is celebrating over fifty years of presenting Christmas pantomimes. Now, more than half a century on, this year’s Christmas production in the Whitehall Theatre will be the ever popular “Jack & The Beanstalk” written and directed by DMS’s own Graeme Neil Smith. So, whether you are nine or ninety, pantomime is the show for all the young at heart! Oh yes, it is!
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Rock the Halls 6Saturday 21st December 7.30pmSunday 22nd December 7.30pmWhitehall Theatre, 12 Bellfield Street
£19.75Rock The Halls is a night out guaranteed to have you rocking around the Christmas Tree,featuring songs by Shakin’ Stevens – Band Aid - Paul McCartney - Coldplay – Wizzard - The Pogues - Slade - Elton John – Mariah Carey ... and many more.
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Cathedral Carols by CandlelightSunday 22nd December 5pmSt Paul’s Cathedral, 1 High Street
Local bus into townFREEThe beautiful Cathedral of St Paul captures the magical spirit of Christmas. The Carol Service is a wonderful way to get into the Christmas spirit. Readings, Poetry, Carols and Candlelight for Christmas followed by mulled wine and mince pies.www.saintpaulscathedral.net
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Dundee Mountain Film Festival Thursday 28th NovemberSteps Theatre Local bus into townFriday 29th & Saturday 30th NovemberBonar Hall
The Dundee Mountain Film Festival is the UK’s longest continuous running mountain film festival. It showcases an international programme of speakers, as well as award winning films and exhibitions, mainly held in the Bonar Hall, Dundee. We also have a full supporting exhibition of art, photography, trade and voluntary organisations stands and displays.
Kids Cinema Presents: Elf & The GrinchThursday 12th DecemberThursday 19th December and Thursday 26th December 6pmForgan’s Broughty Ferry
Cinema Ticket £2 Popcorn & Soft Drink £3It wouldn’t be Christmas at Forgan’s without a festive edition of our cinema club. Get the wee ones into the festive spirit with Santa’s favourite helper, Buddy the Elf or The Grinch!This is a book in advance event in Mitchells.www.forgans.co.uk/broughty-ferry
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Frozen IIFriday 22nd NovemberCineworld: 289 10
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Seasonal Cinema
It’s A Wonderful LifeMonday 23rd December 3pm
Forgan’s Broughty Ferry
Cinema Ticket £3 Mince Pie & Coffee £3.50Join us for a special showing of the familyfavourite It’s a Wonderful Life. Get into thefestive spirit with a yummy mince pie & mugof freshly brewed coffee.
www.forgans.co.uk/broughty-ferry
It’s a Wonderful Life • Elf • GremlinsFriday 20th to Tuesday 24th DecemberDCA: Local bus into town
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Dundee Santa DashSunday 1st December 10.30amCity Square
Local bus into town£ variousLeisure & Culture Dundee’s Charity Santa Dash returns for its third year with all profits going to The Archie Foundation. Spread some “Festive Cheer” as you travel around the route with hundreds of other Santas. Santa suits
Fun and Games
Santa’s GrottoSaturday 30th NovemberSunday 1st DecemberMarket Street
£10Santa’s grotto is on the big red bus, the iconic Routemaster, directly outside the museum for one weekend only! Grotto tickets include a visit to Santa on the bus, a present and museum same day admission for one childand one adult.
Pre-booking recommended email [email protected]
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Christmas Games NightWednesday 11th December6pm - 8.30pmSerendipities, 12 Union Street
Local bus into townChristmas is a time to bring people together and what better way than board games. There will be 5 different group board games to play on the night.
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are provided, but you are also encouraged to “Bling” them up a bit with special prizes being handed out for Best Outfit, Best Beard, Best Sleigh/Pram and many more. All “Santas” will receive a medal, certificate and goodie bag for taking part.www.leisureandculturedundee.com/santadash
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D’Arcy Zoology MuseumChristmas OpeningSaturday 14th December2pm - 4.30pmCarnelley Building, University of Dundee, Park Place
FREECome along to the University’s Zoology Museum for its final open day of 2019 – an amazing collection of animals from around the world as well as original models and charts and intriguing artworks. Lots for all the family to see and do!www.dundee.ac.uk/museum/zoology
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Out and About in DundeeChristmas is great time to get out and explore the city with family and friends. Here are a few suggestions to help you design a day out in Dundee.
Hello, Robot. Design Between Human and Machine Opens Saturday 2nd NovemberV&A Dundee, Riverside Esplanade Local bus into town£6-£12This groundbreaking exhibition investigates the science and fiction of robots and looks at how they are changing the world we live in. Posing a series of provocative questions, the show will explore how popular culture has shaped our perception of robots and artificial humans, the impact this technology has had on industry and the increasing blurring of the boundaries between human and machine.www.vam.ac.uk/dundee
RRS DiscoveryDiscovery Quay Local bus into townOur city has a rich history of intrepid exploration which you can learn all about at Dundee’s original waterfront icon. Find out how those famous masts came to have pride of place on the skyline, and why we have such a special affection for cute little penguins.www.rrsdiscovery.com
Dundee Science Centre Greenmarket Local bus into townEmbark on a journey of discovery, where learning is fun and interactive! There is a whole host of exciting exhibitions for the kids to grow their knowledge and inspire a culture of curiosity - including the ‘MedicalMarvels’ feature.www.dundeesciencecentre.org.uk
Olympia East Whale Lane
Winter isn’t well-known for wonderful weather - but who says being wet has to be a bad thing? Enjoy a splash-tastic day flying down the flumes and playing in the bubblebeds. And if the adults don’t fancy diving in with the kids, they can relax in the café with a bite to eat.www.leisureandculturedundee.com
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Broughty CastleCastle Approach, Broughty Ferry
Watching over the Tay Estuary since 1496, Broughty Ferry Castle is a fascinating piece of local history.www.leisureandculturedundee.com
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Verdant WorksWest Henderson’s Wynd
A major part of our local heritage was the textile industry - and that history is fully revived in the immersive setting of this beautifully refurbished mill, with exhibits on display.www.verdantworks.com
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Community Christmas Lights Switch-On Events
Broughty FerryThursday 14th November 6pm
Stobswell Thursday 21st November 4.30pm
Menzieshill Tuesday 26th November 6pm
Seabraes Wednesday 27th November 7pm
Coldside Thursday 5th December 5.30pm
West Port Friday 6th December 5pm
LocheeFriday 6th December 7pm
WhitfieldTuesday 10th December 6.30pm
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Ryze Old Glamis Road
Jump into action at one of Dundee’s newest attractions, complete with countlesstrampolines and ninja assault courses.
www.ryze.co.uk
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Mills ObservatoryBalgay Hill
Gaze in wonderment at the limitless expanse of space in the nation’s oldest purpose-built Observatory.
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DCANethergate Local bus into townDCA is a world-class centre for creativity and design, boasting impressive galleries, a two screen cinema and café bar.
www.dca.org.uk
The McManus, Dundee’s Art Gallery & MuseumAlbert Square Local bus into townOffering a fascinating insight into Dundee, through exhibitions of art, history and the environment. The fine and decorative art collections, along with the whaling collection, are recognised as being of national importance.
www.mcmanus.co.uk
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It’s Happening DundeeHogmanay 2019Monday 30th December Tuesday 31st DecemberCity Square Local bus into townDundee’s New Year celebrations will be kicked off by one of Britain’s best loved bands, Squeeze on Monday. Tuesday line up - Kyle Falconer, Eddi Reader, Sinderins,Gleadhriach and more.
www.dundeehogmanay.com
Hogmanay CeilidhTuesday 31st December8pmBonar Hall
£35.00Start your new year in style at Dundee Rep’s Hogmanay Ceilidh in Bonar Hall with Ceilidh band, Skyrie.
www.dundeerep.co.uk
YeAABA New Year DookWednesday 1st January3.30pmBroughty Ferry£15.00See website for details.
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First Foot at the McManusFriday 3rd January12pm - 4pmThe McManus, Dundee’s Art Gallery& Museum
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FREEWelcome in the New Year at our annual First Foot event, with plenty of fun things to do, see and explore including children’s activities, live music, pop-up performances. Plus a free cup of tea, coffee or soft drink for every visitor!
No need to book, just drop in.
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Hogmanay and New Year 2020
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Broughty Ferry
The weather may not be ideal for a daunder along the beach … but it’s the perfect time to peruse the range on offer in The Ferry, from jewellers to boutiques, it’s ideal for finding a gift that’s a little different. Brook Street also hosts its own array of colourful street decorations which are sure to dazzle & delight.
Cyber Monday, Click & CollectMonday 2nd December
All busesMake the most of your Cyber Monday bargains by choosing click and collect and avoiding lots of individual delivery charges. Hop on the bus with a DaySaver Ticket - all your deliveries done and dusted for just £3.50!
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Hop onto a bus into Dundee City Centre and enjoy the experience of strolling around the shops. There’s plenty of choice, from the Overgate and Wellgate covered shopping centres to independent boutiques and cafés found across the City Centre. Extend your shopping trip up to the Westport and the Perth Road to find even more delightful shopping and re-fuelling pit-stops.
The Stack
Hop on a bus and nip round to the Stack and get those stocking fillers or essential ingredients for the big dinner or your Christmas parties.
Kingsway Retail Park
There’s a whole range of retailers to be found here including PC World for techy gifts or Boots for pampering or beauty sets. Buses are within walking distance from Kingscross and Strathmartine Roads.
Small Business SaturdaySaturday 7th December Local bus into townWhy not take the opportunity to support a small City Centre shop or café as you mosey around town doing your shopping? If you’re on the hunt for something unique, then this is definitely the day to find it.www.smallbusinesssaturdayuk.com
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Santa SchoolFriday 13th December to Monday 23rd December11am - 4pmOvergate Shopping Centre
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FREETake a seat in Santa School for a magical lesson you will never forget. All set within our nostalgic Christmassy classroom beautifully equipped for lessons… with a difference. Subjects include:• The True History of Christmas• The Science of Giving• Santa’s Music Class• Reindeer Command Class• Christmas Kindness• Art Classwww.overgate.co.uk/events
Christmas Tree FestivalWellgate Shopping Centre
Local bus into townA community event for all, bringing businesses and charities together to decorate a Christmas tree! All the trees will be on display in the Wellgate from 1st - 15th December before returning to their businesses to be displayed for Christmas.
Shopping Events in the City CentreLate nights and longer hours on Sundays are offered by many of the city’s retailers over the festive season. Check out their websites for further info.
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Photographs are a selection from previous Christmas events in the city dating from 2009.
