10 things to do in Dundee this week
- Andrew Batchelor
- May 12, 2025
- 3 min read
Looking for something to do in Dundee this week? From stand-up comedy and live music to family shows and vibrant markets, there’s plenty happening across the city.
Here’s your guide to 10 fantastic events to check out!
You can also head over to Dundee Culture’s Events hub to find more events happening this week!
About this event:
This exhibition explores the environmental and social significance of water, showcasing art and research from the University of Dundee’s UNESCO Centre for Water Law, alongside historical archives and artworks.
📅 Date:
Now until 25 July 2025
⏰ Time:
Monday – Friday: 9.30am – 7pm (last entry 5pm)
📍 Location:
Lamb Gallery, University of Dundee
About this event:
Jack Dee returns with a hilarious new show, poking fun at the trivialities of everyday life, from Zoom etiquette to radiator obsessions, all with his trademark dry wit.
📅 Date:
Wednesday 14 May
⏰ Time:
7.30pm
📍 Location:
Whitehall Theatre
About this event:
Join The Overtones for an intimate night of pitch-perfect harmonies, feel-good hits, and behind-the-scenes stories, delivered with their signature showmanship.
📅 Date:
Wednesday 14 May
⏰ Time:
7.30pm
📍 Location:
Caird Hall
About this event:
Retired Ford factory worker Jimmy Vandenburg works alone in his garage servicing the classic American cars of his youth. He is the anti-hero of the Bruce Springsteen anthem, ‘born down in a dead man’s town’, trying to get by in the economic wasteland of the rust belt.
📅 Date:
Wednesday 14 May
⏰ Time:
7.30pm
📍 Location:
Dundee Rep Theatre
About this event:
Julia Donaldson’s mischievous story leaps onto the stage as the funny, spooky Baddies try to outwit a brave little girl — perfect for families!
📅 Date:
Thursday 15 May – Saturday 17 May
⏰ Time:
Thursday 15 May: 4.30pm
Friday 16 May: 10.30am & 4.30pm
Saturday 17 May: 10.30am & 3.30pm
📍 Location:
Dundee Rep Theatre
About this event:
Join the celebration of Mugenkyo’s 30th anniversary with a thrilling show of big beats, stunning choreography, and dynamic rhythms.
📅 Date:
Friday 16 May
⏰ Time:
7.30pm
📍 Location:
Caird Hall
About this event:
The newest exhibition from V&A Dundee! Discover how gardens can inspire greener futures in this fascinating exhibition featuring groundbreaking designers, artists and visionaries.
📅 Date:
Saturday 17 May
⏰ Time:
Museum opening hours
📍 Location:
V&A Dundee
About this event:
A bustling city centre market packed with local food, drink, and produce from Dundee, Fife, Angus, and Perthshire.
📅 Date:
Saturday 17 May
⏰ Time:
10am – 4pm
📍 Location:
City Square
About this event:
Get ready for funky tunes and party grooves all evening at Clark’s on Lindsay Street.
📅 Date:
Saturday 17 May
⏰ Time:
From 5pm
📍 Location:
Clark’s on Lindsay Street
About this event:
Join a fascinating walking tour uncovering Dundee’s quirky legends, hidden rivers, medieval closes, and famous animals — starting by the Tay Whale sculpture!
📅 Date:
Sunday 18 May
⏰ Time:
12pm
📍 Location:
Waterfront Place
Whether you’re planning a night of laughs, a family day out, or just fancy exploring something new, Dundee has something for everyone right now. Get out, enjoy the city, and make the most of it!
