Upcoming tours, festivals and special events

The Duke Street Big Band

Big band, Latin, jazz and soul from the London-based band.

Cafés, churches, charity shops and pubs along the half mile stretch of Dennistoun between Bellgrove and Duke Street train stations open their doors for an all-day cultural expo. There's pop-up performances, DJ sets, concerts, choirs and pub quizzes with with music, food, community and carousing top of the agenda.

The Dukes of Uke

A musical adventure with Biggar's very own ukulele ensemble.

Dulcie May and The Mystery Cats

Female vocalist Dulcie May and her soul fusion band/cats.

Dulwich Choral Society

Choral works and opera excerpts.

Dum Dum Girls

Buzzsaw guitars and girl group harmonies from this Californian band.

Dumbarton Comedy Factory

Monthly laughs from the funny folks at Dumbarton Comedy Factory.

Dumfries Agricultural Show

Agricultural show with livestock, trade shows, food stalls and entertainment.

Dumfries & Galloway Science Festival

Family-oriented science fest from the makers of Glasgow Science Festival, with drop-in displays and exhibitions and loads of science-y fun for everyone.

Dumplin Country

Dumplin Country presents live music with light refreshments, hot drinks and a licensed bar.

Dunbar Daytripper

A one-day music and food festival. Lineup still to be announced but the festival will be showcasing female artists in 2018, plus the usual youth music stage, kids entertainment and a teen 'discotent'.

Dunbar Music Festival

The DTMF has a back catalogue filled with some of Scotland's best loved music names, including Phil Cunningham, Aly Bain, Sandy Legget and Ian Davidson. A range of trad music to suit most tastes, with a family concert on Sunday afternoon and workshops for all ages.

Dunbar SciFest

Dunbar's SciFest is an exciting, interesting and fun few days of shows, workshops, storytelling and talks.

Dunbartonshire Concert Band

60-piece community wind, brass and percussion band.

Duncan Chisholm

Top-flight fiddler in concert.

Duncan Chisholm: KIN

A multi-media meditation on family, landscape and culture by fiddler Duncan Chisholm.

Duncan Harvey

Monthly resident DJ night bringing the beats from every genre that'll make your toes tap and hips swing.

Duncan Lamont Night

Mainstream jazz saxophonist from Greenock plus his pals Esther Bennett and Tina May.

Duncan McNab

Folk focussing on farming and rural life.

Duncan Strachan

Solo recital by acclaimed Dundee-born cellist.

Duncansby to Skirza

Walk taking in cliff tops and seabird colonies. Wear stout boots, waterproofs, and bring a packed lunch.

Dundee Afternoon Lecture

A series of talks in the topic of Geography and nature.

Dundee and District Philatelic Society

Regular meetings of the local stamp enthusiasts. New members and visitors always welcome. Annual membership is £10 (under 18s free.)

Dundee Arts Cafe

Regular talks from a variety of different speakers followed by a chance to ask questions and discuss the topic. Everyone welcome.

The Dundee Blues Bonanza

A host of local and international blues artists play, and watching is completely free of charge.

Dundee Choral Union

Sacred and secular works from the city choir.

Dundee Doors Open Day

A series of events giving free access to some of Scotland's most historic and extraordinary places, many of which are not usually open to the public. Venues include Dundee Rep, Blackness Road Community Fire Station, D'Arcy Thompson Zoology Museum, Dundee City Archives and Dundee United Football Club Tannadice Stadium.

Dundee Jazz Festival

International jazz names rub shoulders with Dundonian talent in a programme that covers many styles of jazz, including blues, soul, funk, big band and Latin.

Dundee Literary Festival

Launched in 2007, the Dundee Literary Festival is a university-led event celebrating ideas, words and books. Bonar Hall serves as the festival hub, with a pop-up bookshop and Ms Battenberg’s Travelling Tea Room creating a haven for bookworms. The programme covers a mix of literary genres, including crime, autobiography…

Dundonald Music Festival

A folk/rock weekender with a concert each night, plus music workshops and competitions for children.

Dundonald Show

Annual agricultural show with cattle, sheep, dogs and horses on show.

The Dunedin Consort

Acclaimed ensemble of singers and players specialising in Baroque music under the musical direction of John Butt.

Dunedin International Folk Dance Festival

Held bi-annually, this event brings together dance groups from France, Germany and Italy alongside those from Scotland to participate in an exchange of folk dance styles in a vibrant series of workshops and performances.

Dunedin Wind Band Spring Concert

The Edinburgh-based amateur wind consort turns lungfuls of air into a tuneful selection of old favourites and modern classics.

Dunfermline Bruce Festival

Dunfermline, home to the story of Robert the Bruce as well as the legendary king's grave, hosts a weekend of historical activities and re-enactments with a strong family feel.

Dunfermline Comic Con

Comic book convention with stalls selling original art and collectables, a cosplay competition and panels with visiting comic artists and writers. 'The Dunfermline con was one of the best I've ever attended in the UK. From the enthusiastic volunteers who looked after us so well to the number of parents who brought their…

Dunfermline Folk Club Session Night

Informal folk session. Share a story or a song, play a tune or just kick back and listen to the home grown talent.

Dunfermline Folk Weekend

Opening with a family ceilidh on the Friday evening, the weekend proceeds with a selection of workshops, sessions, open stage, family events and concerts, run by a folk club that's been in existence now for over 50 years.

Dunfermline Fresh Air Festival

Family event for all ages featuring a fete, sports activities, stalls, classic cars, live music and much more.

Dunfermline Live

Dunfermline Live showcases the best in Scottish music (and guests) with performances across some of town's best music venues. 2014's line-up includes Embrace, King Creosote, Eugene McGuinness, Hector Bizerk, Dexters, AMWF, The Merrylees, Vigo Thieves, Scary People, Neon Waltz, Modern Faces and The Moon Kids.

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Duo of Ian Anderson (violin) and Rafal Luc (classical accordion) in recital.