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World music, dance, fashion, food and fun spread over four areas: the Main Music Stage, the Mela World Dance Feste (newly established in 2012), the Mela Mix stage and the Kids Mela. The Mela Global Food Village is on hand to replenish your energy after taking in all the sights and sounds.

Classical and chamber music, contemporary and traditional dance, jazz and theatre is on offer from a cast of rising international and local stars, with companies travelling from the USA, Russia, Middle East, Africa and Asia to perform.

Bringing world-class arts to the capital since 1947, the EIF sets the standard for classical concerts, opera, dance and theatre, with performers drawn from around the world. Among this year's many highlights, curated on a theme of art and technology, are Scottish Ballet's Dance Odysseys, Beethoven's Fidelio rocketed into…

One of Europe's oldest festivals, this annual eight day celebration features over 300 dancers, musicians, singers and craftsmen promoting their artistic work. In addition to the main concert programme there are street performances, dance and music workshops and a children's club.

2013 sees the 22nd annual line dance festival on Bute, offering the chance to dance to country, blues, Irish and Latin tunes from bands such as Magill, Calico and Still Water. The weekend is open to all dancers, no matter what level of expertise.

Community arts festival based in the west end of Dundee, starting with a gala day, Big Sunday, on Magdalen Green that features live music and entertainment, kids' activities, stalls, food and drink. Throughout the week there's a mix of walks, talks, literary events, music, dance, theatre, art and film.

Celebrating International Women’s Day, 8 Mar, with almost three weeks of events, drama, discussions and workshops. The festival also launches the centerary celebrations of one of Dundee's notable daughters, Mary Lily Walker.

The Gottwood Festival celebrates the longest day of the year by kicking off four days of cutting edge and underground electronic music. The line-up includes Extrawelt (live), Ryan Davis, Blackhall & Bookless and Liam Vance, among many, many others.

Featuring a host of domestic and international outdoor arts, this London festival aims to recapture the spirit of the Olympic games held there in 2012.

Head out to the wilds of the Highlands for this tribal member gathering, which includes ashram meals, live music and dancing, healing spaces and, of course, the beauty of the north. Camping and van parking is available on site, and the whole family is welcome. Email the organisers for the secret location of this outdoor…

Luminate, a new kid on the festival block, celebrates our creative lives as we age by offering a wide range of inspirational arts activities with and for older people, as well as events for audiences and participants across the generations.

This annual week-long festival of arts and cultural events and activities celebrates the contribution of refugees to our communities and promotes better understanding of why people seek sanctuary.

Conflux's festival of street arts, physical theatre and circus showcases new work from Scottish and international companies and artists, staged in venues and streets around the city. There's also a range of workshops and masterclasses running alongside.

A two-day festival inspired by Nobel Prize winner Rabindranath Tagore, including music from Soumik Datta, Flux and Glorious Chorus, a talk by Nitin Sawhney on Ravi Shankar and dance performances from Aakash Odedra and his company.

Dozens of quality free and ticketed performances in and around Cardiff, aiming to be as inclusive as possible and so to change people's perceptions of disability. Organised by Hijinx Theatre.