10 things to do in Dundee this week
- Andrew Batchelor
- 2 days ago
- 3 min read
There’s plenty happening across Dundee this week – from brand-new exhibitions opening at Verdant Works and the DCA to thought-provoking screenings, talks, and live music.
Whether you’re after a quiet moment in nature or a night of nostalgia with Elton John classics, here are 10 things to check out across the city.
About this event
This stop motion film tells the story of an animator’s experience with face blindness, a condition that makes it hard to recognise faces. The film reveals a fragmented world where identity and memory flicker in and out of focus, building a world through cut-out collage, frame-by-frame manipulation, and experimental texture. Steven, who identifies as being on the autism spectrum, brings a unique creative perspective on disability to this film.
📅 Date:
Until Tuesday 29 April
⏰ Time:
During museum opening hours
📍 Location:
V&A Dundee, Juniper Auditorium
About this event
Visit the University of Dundee Botanic Garden to enjoy and learn about their wide range of plants and trees. A peaceful and picturesque spot to explore nature.
📅 Date:
Throughout April
⏰ Time:
10am–3.30pm
📍 Location:
University of Dundee Botanic Garden
About this event
The DCA showcases its last screening of the award-winning animated feature by Gints Zilbalodis which follows a solitary cat forced to escape rising waters. Teaming up with other animals on a surreal journey, the story becomes a tale of survival, trust, and unity. Flow pushes the boundaries of animation with a dreamlike visual style.
📅 Date:
Monday 14 April
⏰ Time:
6pm
📍 Location:
Dundee Contemporary Arts
About this event
Opening this week, the prestigious International Garden Photographer of the Year Exhibition arrives at Verdant Works’ High Mill. Pairing breathtaking botanical imagery from across the globe with the atmospheric industrial setting, it’s a stunning fusion of nature and heritage.
📅 Date:
From Tuesday 15 April
⏰ Time:
From 10am
📍 Location:
Verdant Works
About this event
Also opening this week at Verdant Works, this locally focused photography showcase highlights the relationship between Dundee’s industrial past and the natural environment. Featuring award-winning images by local photographers, it’s a perfect companion to the Garden Photographer exhibition.
📅 Date:
From Tuesday 15 April
⏰ Time:
From 10am
📍 Location:
Verdant Works
About this event
Join McManus curator Kirsty Mathieson as she explores artworks inspired by Scotland’s ever-changing weather. The talk reflects on how artists translate weather into visual metaphors and emotional narratives, drawing from Dundee’s fine art collection.
📅 Date:
Wednesday 16 April
⏰ Time:
3pm
📍 Location:
Central Library
About this event
Opening this weekend at DCA, this powerful exhibition delves into the beauty and chaos of motherhood through more than 100 artworks by over 60 artists. From feminist pioneers to contemporary voices, the works explore motherhood as both a creative and complex human experience.
📅 Date:
From Saturday 19 April
⏰ Time:
6pm
📍 Location:
Dundee Contemporary Arts
About this event
Get ready for a sensational night of live music with Nearly Elton – the UK’s ultimate tribute to the iconic Elton John. Featuring Lee Brady and a brilliant full band, the show takes you through five decades of unforgettable hits.
📅 Date:
Saturday 19 April
⏰ Time:
7.30pm
📍 Location:
Whitehall Theatre
About this event
In this powerful stage play, a stern Catholic school principal confronts a priest she suspects of wrongdoing. Set in 1960s America, it’s a gripping drama of faith, moral uncertainty, and institutional power.
📅 Date:
Saturday 19 April (and other dates in April)
⏰ Time:
7.30pm
📍 Location:
Dundee Rep Theatre
About this event
A triple bill of Scotland’s emerging alternative music scene. Catch Dundee’s own ICERINK alongside Unspeakable Monday and Sonic Noise for a high-energy night at one of the city’s edgiest venues.
📅 Date:
Sunday 20 April
⏰ Time:
7–11pm
📍 Location:
Roots Dundee
From acclaimed exhibitions to powerful film and theatre, inspiring talks, and live music, this week offers a wide range of events to get involved with across Dundee.
Whether you’re planning a quiet day out or an exciting night, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
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