Days out, "Dundee"

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.

A mix of events including internationally renowned authors, local names, children's authors and the Comic Conference which features graphic novellists.

A city-wide celebration of science that offers fun, entertainment, inspiration and curiosity for all ages, The diverse programme features hands-on workshops, science shows, lectures, debates, comedy, exhibitions and a schools programme.

The UK's longest continuous running mountain film festival (now in its 31st year) showcases an international programme of films by local film makers, presentations and book signings by world renowned mountaineers, adventurers and expedition leaders, and art and photography exhibitions.

A delicious staple in the Dundee calendar, with food and drink tastings, chef demonstrations, live music and competitions including the World Jampionships. Once they've had enough to eat, shows and face-painting are on hand to entertain the kids. Special guests announced nearer the time, but last year there were…

Grab a classic at Scotland's longest running music memorabilia fair.

Dundee capitalises on its digitally-capable status with Scotland's biggest free video gaming education and consumer festival with games, talks, conferences and workshops for the general public as well as those in the games industry.

Scotland's only international digital arts festival, it features moving image, performance, music and technology-driven arts across Dundee.

The amiable bushcraft expert shares stories from his three decades roughing it in the bush.

Take a peak behind the scenes at Caird Hall. Booking is essential.

Something for every weekday of the holidays including lots of animal fun with stories, safari trails, quiz picnics, animal games and much more.

A special day to see what's been going on at Camperdown throughout the year. Chat to the keepers and watch them feed the animals too.

Scotland's international film festival for young audiences (3+) taking place annually over three weekends at DCA. It combines the best youth cinema from around the world with a series of creative workshops and events. A specially programmed exhibition by Japanese artist Hiraki Sawa runs in DCA Galleries from 5 Oct – 12…

A gathering of Gaelic choirs to celebrate Scottish language and song, designed to bring new participants and audiences together through singing.

The internationally-acclaimed Russian circus troupe returns with ever more impressive acrobatics, clowning and aerial feats.