Dates: July 2026 (TBC)
Location: City Square & Waterfront
Link: https://www.dundeecity.gov.uk
A lively summer festival with street food, live music, and family entertainment across the city centre. It is perfect for short leisure breaks and offers a vibrant, accessible experience close to the hotel.
Dates: July 2026 (if hosted in Scotland)
Location: St Andrews / Carnoustie region
Link: https://www.theopen.com
One of the world’s biggest golf events, attracting international visitors and significantly increasing regional demand. Even when hosted nearby, it drives strong occupancy in Dundee, making it a key period for advance bookings.
Dates: September 2026 (TBC)
Location: Camperdown Park
Link: https://www.dundeeflowerandfoodfestival.co.uk
A major horticultural and food festival featuring show gardens, celebrity chefs, and artisan produce. It appeals to a wide audience and is a strong driver for weekend leisure stays and garden-themed breaks.
Dates: September 2026 (TBC)
Location: Various historic buildings
Link: https://www.doorsopendays.org.uk
This heritage weekend allows visitors to explore historic buildings and hidden spaces across Dundee. It is particularly attractive to mature travellers and those interested in architecture and local history.
Dates: November 2026 (TBC)
Location: City-wide venues
Link: https://www.dundeejazzfestival.co.uk
A well-established music festival featuring UK and international jazz artists. With performances across multiple venues, it creates a relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere ideal for cultural weekend breaks.
Dates: Ongoing throughout 2026
Location: Dundee Waterfront
Link: https://www.vam.ac.uk/dundee
Scotland’s design museum hosts major exhibitions that attract national and international visitors year-round. It is a key cultural anchor for the city and a strong reason for midweek and weekend stays.
Queens Hotel Dundee, 160 Nethergate Dundee, Angus, DD1 4DU, Scotland