September is shaping up to be a month full of culture, creativity and community in Dundee.

From packed festivals and live comedy to heritage tours, gaming events and music icons, there’s something for everyone to enjoy across the city. Whether you’re looking for a family day out, a night of laughter, or a chance to explore something new, Dundee has 30 unmissable events lined up.

Here’s your guide to what’s on this month:

🎭 Theatre & Performance

Ghost Train

A classic comedy-thriller by Arnold Ridley, where six passengers are stranded overnight in a haunted station.

📅 2–6 September

⏰ Various times

📍 Little Theatre

Girls’ Night Oot! 2 Heartbreaks and Promises

A hilarious evening of songs and laughs about mending broken hearts.

📅 Friday 5 September

⏰ 7:30pm

📍 Dundee Rep Theatre

The Glass Menagerie

Dundee Rep presents Tennessee Williams’ iconic play in a fresh new production.

📅 27 & 30 September (further dates into October)

⏰ 7:30pm

📍 Dundee Rep Theatre

Rock of Ages

Big hair, leather and 80s anthems – a jukebox musical packed with fun.

📅 24–27 September

⏰ Various times

📍 Whitehall Theatre

🎶 Music & Comedy

Beth Malcolm: Folkmosis

Tayside singer-songwriter Beth Malcolm performs folk-inspired originals and classics.

📅 Thursday 4 September

⏰ 7:30pm

📍 Dundee Rep Theatre

Here Come the Girls

A dazzling celebration of iconic female artists, past and present.

📅 Friday 5 September

⏰ 7:30pm

📍 Gardyne Theatre

The Countess of Fife

Alternative country band fronted by Fay Fife brings their unique sound to Dundee.

📅 Friday 5 September

⏰ 8:00pm

📍 Beat Generator Live

Mad Hatters Tea Party with a Twist

A Wonderland-inspired daytime party with tunes and treats.

📅 Saturday 6 September

⏰ 4:00pm

📍 Fat Sams

Upbeat Beatles

Travel back to the swinging 60s with this lively Beatles tribute show.

📅 Saturday 6 September

⏰ 7:30pm

📍 Gardyne Theatre

Liam Cromby (We Are The Ocean)

An intimate acoustic evening with the band’s frontman.

📅 Sunday 7 September

⏰ 7:00pm

📍 Clark’s on Lindsay Street

Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny

The quick-witted comedian brings his trademark edgy one-liners to Dundee.

📅 Friday 12 September

⏰ 7:00pm

📍 Caird Hall

Black Country, New Road

The experimental collective brings genre-defying live music to Fat Sams.

📅 Friday 19 September

⏰ 7:00pm

📍 Fat Sams

Level 42

The 80s icons celebrate the 40th anniversary of their “World Machine” album.

📅 Saturday 20 September

⏰ 7:30pm

📍 Caird Hall

🎨 Festivals & Exhibitions

Dundee Fringe

Ten days of theatre, comedy, music, live podcasts and more in the Keiller Centre. Founded in 2021, Dundee Fringe has grown into one of Scotland’s most exciting cultural festivals, with local and national talent bringing unforgettable performances to unexpected spaces. From quirky plays and hilarious comedy to thought-provoking discussions, the festival transforms the city into a creative playground.

📅 12–21 September

⏰ From 10:00am daily

📍 Keiller Centre

Present Futures Dundee

A two-day contemporary arts festival featuring performance, sound, film, visual arts and discussion. Curated by Colette Sadler and produced by Feral Arts, it pushes the boundaries of creativity with innovative programming across multiple city venues.

📅 10–11 September

⏰ From 5:00pm

📍 Dundee Rep, DCA, Dundee & Angus College

Dundee Doors Open Days

Step inside some of Dundee’s most historic and unusual buildings for free. From centuries-old churches and landmark halls to artists’ studios and hidden gems, this annual heritage weekend lets you explore the city from new angles.

📅 27–28 September

⏰ Various times

📍 Venues across Dundee

Dundee Open Studios: The Jewellery Edition

Meet 22 jewellers across the city, explore their studios, and see how unique pieces are crafted.

📅 20–21 & 27–28 September

⏰ From 10:00am

📍 Venues across Dundee

Made in DCA Print Studio ExhibitionBrowse and buy prints created by Dundee Contemporary Arts’ studio users, from screenprints to risos and linocuts.

📅 20 September – 5 October

⏰ From 11:00am

📍 Dundee Contemporary Arts

🎮 Gaming & Esports

Scottish Esports League Finals

Top gamers from across Scotland go head-to-head at Dundee & Angus College in a high-energy showdown. Expect Fortnite and FIFA challenges, Mario Kart tournaments, sim racing rigs and a prize pool of £5,000. Family-friendly with interactive zones for all ages.

📅 Saturday 6 September

⏰ From 11:00am

📍 Dundee & Angus College

ProtoPlay Festival

Dundee’s free indie games festival returns to LIVEHOUSE. Try out brand-new games, meet their creators, attend talks and explore Dundee’s role as Europe’s gaming capital. Family-friendly and full of creativity, ProtoPlay is a must for gamers of all levels.

📅 19–20 September

⏰ From 10:00am

📍 LIVEHOUSE Dundee

🏛️ Heritage & Talks

Of Mariners and Men: The Story of Broughty Ferry

Callum Webster explores the history of Broughty Ferry’s grand mansions and residents.

📅 Thursday 4 September

⏰ 1:00pm

📍 Glasite Hall

The Vaults: Echoes of the Past

Step below Dundee’s busy streets to explore its mysterious underground vaults.

📅 Thursday 4 September

⏰ 2:00pm

📍 Venues vary

Guided Tour of Ancient Dundee Howff Cemetery

Learn the stories behind one of Scotland’s most historic burial grounds.

📅 Sunday 7 September

⏰ 11:00am

📍 The Howff

Adam Kay: Undoctored

The bestselling author of This is Going to Hurt returns with his live show of medical mayhem and storytelling.

📅 Sunday 28 September

⏰ 8:00pm

📍 Whitehall Theatre

🚲 Family & Community

Balgay Park Family Orienteering Coaching

Fun outdoor activity introducing families to orienteering in Balgay Park.

📅 Saturday 6 September

⏰ 11:00am

📍 Balgay Park

The Yard Market

A bustling market filled with handmade goods, local produce and crafts.

📅 6 & 20 September

⏰ From 11:00am

📍 The Steeple Church

Dundee Bus Festival

A celebration of Dundee’s transport heritage with vintage buses, free rides and family activities at Dundee Museum of Transport. A great day out for all ages with nostalgia and discovery rolled into one.

📅 Sunday 14 September

⏰ 10:00am – 4:30pm

📍 Dundee Museum of Transport

Dundee Cyclathon

A family-friendly cycling challenge at Camperdown Country Park.

📅 Sunday 14 September

⏰ 10:30am

📍 Camperdown Country Park

With so much happening across the city this September, there’s no shortage of ways to spend your days and nights in Dundee.

From big-name performers and unique festivals to local markets and heritage tours, this month’s calendar really shows off the city’s diversity and energy.

Whatever you choose, you’re bound to find something that inspires, entertains or surprises you.