24.10.24
We can’t quite believe it but Christmas is right around the corner once again! This festive season, we want to give local makers and designers a helping hand where we can. If you’re in a position to, we’d encourage you to do the same! And where better to shop than at one of the many festive markets taking place across the city?
Below is a list of the ones we know of so far—if we’ve missed any, send us an email and let us know! We’ll update the list as more are announced.
When: Sat 7 – Tue 24 December, Sat & Sun 11am–4pm / Tue 11am–7pm
Where: 7 Ward Road, DD1 1LP
Free entry
Double Door Studios once again transform their exhibition space for their popular Festive Boutique! Alongside stunning contemporary jewellery made by resident jewellery designers Islay Spalding, Christina Vernon, Holly McAfee and Ieva Jankovska, you’ll find an array of unique items from talented Scotland-based makers and designers.
Follow Double Door Studios on Instagram for exhibitor announcements.
When: Sat 14, Sun 15 & Sat 21 December, all 11am–4pm
Where:
Sat: The Steeple, Nethergate, DD1 4DG
Sun: Malmaison Dundee, 44 Whitehall Cres, DD1 4AY
£2 entry
Monthly market favourites The Yard are hosting several dates in the Christmas run-up. With their usual all-encompassing lineup of local makers, businesses, food and drink all in attendance, it’s perfect for shopping local.
When: Thu 19 December, 4pm–8pm
Where: Tay Square, DD1 1PB
Free entry
Get into the festive spirit with an evening of holiday cheer at Dundee Rep Theatre’s Festive Market! Discover unique, handcrafted gifts, delicious seasonal treats, and a heart-warming array of local stalls that will make your holiday shopping extra special.
When: Sat 9 November, 11am–5pm
Where: Bonar Hall, DD1 4HN
£2.50 entry (Free for under 12’s)
Shop small and local at this authentic twist on the traditional craft market with a huge selection of products from illustration to vintage bric-a-brac, plants to jewellery, ceramics to candles and so much more! The perfect spot to find unique gift ideas.
When: Sat 23 & Sun 24 November, 11am–5:30pm
Where: 152 Nethergate, DD1 4EA
Free entry
CRAFTED, the DCA’s yearly Festive Market, is returning to the bright space of their galleries! Over two days, expect talented designers of jewellery, textiles, illustration, print, homeware and more, all offering a wide range of great gift ideas.
When: Sat 23 & Sun 24 November, 11am–5pm
Where: West Henderson’s Wynd, DD1 5BT
Free entry
Start your festive season with a magical weekend at Verdant Works! They’re bringing together the finest producers in the region for festive shopping and with performances from local choirs and musical groups, you’re guaranteed to leave with a warm, fuzzy festive feeling.
When: Thu 28 November, 4–8pm
Where: Perth Road
Free entry
Head to Perth Road for the opening night of this year’s West End Christmas Fortnight and enjoy a festive light trail, Christmas market, interactive games, music and more! With Santa making an appearance and lots of the Perth Road businesses opening late, it’ll be a fun and festive way to begin the celebrations.
Keep an eye on facebook for more information!
When: Fri 29 November, 6–9pm
Where: 9 Dock Street, DD1 4BT
Free entry
Spend an evening at Blend’s Dock Street café for their cosy Festive Market! Browse prints, jewellery, ceramics, zines and more from their community of local artists and makers.
When: Fri 29 November – Sun 1 December, 10am–5pm
Where: 1 Riverside Esplanade, DD1 4EZ
Free entry
V&A Dundee’s Festive Design Market is back! Curated by Tea Green Events, this year the market will feature work from some of Scotland’s best independent designers and makers—including brand-new graduate talent from DJCAD. With handcrafted items at a wide range of price points, it’s the perfect place to pop in and pick up some gifts and festive goodies.
When: Sat 30 November – Sun 1 December, 11am–5pm
Where: Riverside Drive, DD1 4XA
Free entry to the market with pay what you can entry to Discovery Point & RRS Discovery
Enjoy a festive weekend at Discovery Point with a jam-packed Christmas Market bringing together the best makers, crafters, and producers from Dundee. Fife, Perthshire and Angus!
When: Mon 2 – Fri 6 December & Mon 9 – Fri 13 December, 10am–4pm
Where: Main Concourse, Ninewells Hospital, DD2 1SG
Free entry
A lovely opportunity for visitors and staff to enjoy some much needed festive cheer across two weeks at Ninewells Hospital. Expect stalls from local makers, crafters and producers, and a special raffle to raise funds for the NHS Tayside Charitable Foundation.
When: Sat 7 December, 10am–5pm
Where: Albert Square, DD1 1DA
Free entry
Enjoy a day of festive fun for the whole family at The McManus with their pop-up Christmas Market! There will be lots of gift buying opportunities from wonderful local makers, businesses, and suppliers alongside a host of festive activities.
When: Sat 7 December, 11am–4pm
Where: Hospitalfield House, Arbroath, DD11 2NH
Free entry
A unique festive event offering you the opportunity to meet some of the many ceramicists and potters working in Angus! Hear about their practice and buy some of their stunning work; from the smallest items to much more ambitious pieces. Dundee Ceramics Workshop will also be joining the event this year with artists working with clay and moving image in the digital studio.
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