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Winter has arrived and Christmas will be upon us

before we know it! There are 50 days between

Bonfire Night and Christmas Day - and there is

plenty to do here in our city between now and

then. So, we've put together 50 ways to XploreDundee this festive season. We're sure you'll find

something that the whole family will enjoy at the

most wonderful time of the year!

From plays & pantomimes to markets & movies, we've brought together a vibrant list of excitingevents and affordable activities for you to make the most of the holiday season. These are being puton across the city and, of course, everything included is easily accessible by our bus network. Thisbooklet is your go-to guide for all-things-Christmas in Dundee this year.

Merry Christmas from all of us at Xplore!

This time of year excites us as much as anyone else - so we'relooking forward to bringing back the special Santa Bus (and hisnot-so-little elf helper!), and running the Tinsel Tour onChristmas Light Night down in the City Centre - watch out for thespecial timetable and route.

Keep an eye on Twitter & Facebook (@XploreDundeeBus) forfun competitions - including "Where's Santa?" and "12 days ofChristmas" - to get involved and win some prizes.

We're going to be very busy in the run up to Christmas and, withthis guide of 50 things to do, so will you!

#XmasWithXplore50 ways to Xplore Dundee

Monday 7 November | 6pm - 8pmMAKE A SILVER RING (Workshop)Dundee Science Festival | Kirkton CommunityCentreHave a go at jewellery making in this fantasticworkshop with local jeweller Scarlett Erskine.Services 9/10 | 18

Tuesday 8 November | 6pm - 8pmCYANOTYPE (Workshop)Dundee Science Festival | MAXwell Centre,St Salvador StreetExplore printing in UV light using natural materialsto make blue and white photos without a camera.Services 1b | 22

Wednesday 9 November | 6pm - 8pmDESTINATION SPACE (Drop-in)Dundee Science Festival | Douglas CommunityCentreLearn about the night sky and find out if you'vegot what it takes to be an astronaut.Services 9/10 | 14 | 28/29

Thursday 10 November | 6pm - 8pmHIDDEN GEMS (workshop)Dundee Science Festival | Ardler ComplexExpress your creativity at this unique workshopwhere you can make some stunningmathematical jewellery.Services 1a/1b | 9/10 | 27

Saturday 12 November | 1.30pm - 3.30pmLIGHT NIGHT LANTERN WORKSHOPChristmas at McManus | McManus GalleriesWorkshops for children & families who want totake part in the Torchlight Procession - go alongto 'shine' on Christmas Light Night!Any city centre-bound service

Thursday 17 - Sunday 20 NovemberFUNBOXWhitehall Theatre (book at the box office)This delightful family play is an 'Arctic adventure'packed with songs, silliness and snow. The youngerkids will love it! (show times vary).Service 22

Friday 11 November | 1pm - 4pmSCIENCE ADVENTURE (Drop-in)Dundee Science Festival | Menzieshill CommunityCentreA fun-filled, interactive information session whichkids and adults alike can get involved in.Services 5 | 17 | 22

Sunday 13 November | 10am - 5pmGAMING & DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY (Drop-in)Dundee Science Festival | GreenmarketDelve into digital technology and play gamesinspired by science. Take on the laser obstaclecourse or build your own PC - lots to do.Any city centre-bound service

Thursday 10 November | 7.30pmTHE MAGIC OF MOTOWNWhitehall Theatre (book tickets at the box office)Join the party as this scintillating show embarks ona super-sensational nationwide tour to honour the50th anniversary 'Reach Out I'll Be There'.Service 22

Saturday 5 November | 6pm - 7pmBONFIRE NIGHTBaxter Park & Lochee ParkEnjoy the colours and the sounds of the publicfireworks displays at one of Dundee's biggestparks. Start winter with a bang!Services 15/17 | 28/29 | 32/33

Thursday 17 November | 9pmLUMINOUS BIRDSLeisure & Culture | The HowffA stunning sonic & light installation which willilluminate The Howff with an animated flock oforigami-style birds.Any city centre-bound service

FANTASTIC BEASTS & WHERE TOFIND THEMCinema release (Odeon)This spin-off of the Harry Potteruniverse is one of the year's mostanticipated movie releases.Services 15/17 | 28/29

Friday 18 November | 4pm - 10pmCHRISTMAS LIGHT NIGHTCity SquareLight Night brings together a spectacular evening of events - with theChristmas light switch-on and fireworks finale. Hop on board our free TinselTour around the town, and visit the Santa bus too!Any city centre-bound service

Friday 18 November | 5pm - 9pmLIGHT NIGHT AT McMANUSChristmas at McManus | McManus GalleriesDrop in and explore the museum at night to learnmore about Dundee's history & heritage throughthe fascinating exhibitions.Any city centre-bound service

Sunday 20 November | 2pm - 5pmJAZZ IN THE FERRYDundee Jazz Festival | Broughty FerryThe Sunday afternoon packed with top classmusicians returns to Broughty Ferry with threehours of music in five intimate venues.Services 5 | 9/10

Thursday 24 November | 6pmBROOK STREET CHRISTMAS LIGHTSChristmas in The Ferry | Broughty FerryA fun family favourite among people who enjoycoming together for a unique event marking thestart of the festive season.Services 5 | 9/10

Friday 25 NovemberBLACK FRIDAYCity Centre & Kingsway Retail ParkThis discounted shopping day is the latest traditionimported from across the Atlantic - kicking off theChristmas shopping season.Any city centre-bound service (1a/1b | 27 for KRP)

Saturday 19 November & Saturday 17 DecemberFARMERS' MARKETCity SquareThe monthly farmers' market showcases a widerange of locally cultivated produce - everythingfrom fresh meat to tasty fudge. Any city centre-bound service

Thursday 24 November - Saturday 31 DecemberGEORGE'S WONDERFUL MEDICINEThe Rep Theatre (book at the box office)This stage adaptation of Roald Dahl's classicstory book is a lighthearted performance thewhole family can enjoy (show times vary).Services 5 | 9/10 | 17 | 22 | 28/29

Wednesday 30 November - Sunday 4 DecemberPETER PANGardyne Theatre (book at the box office)Another modern stage adaptation of a classic story,the Peter Pan panto has a "kaleidoscope of funcharacters" (show times vary).Services 5 | 9/10

Friday 18 November

Friday 2 & 16 December | various timesWINTER PLANETARIUMMills Observatory | Balgay HillTake a tour of the night sky in the ObservatoryPlanetarium Room and learn aboutconstellations, asteroids & far away galaxies.Services 5 | 17 | 22

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAYCity-wideAn opportunity to support a localbusiness as part of your Christmasshopping this year.Any services

Saturday 3 December | 1pm - 3pmSATURDAY STUDIO (Drop-in)Christmas at McManus | McManus GalleriesDrop into the Learning Studio for the ChristmasCrafts afternoon and make lots of lovelydecorations for the festive season.Any city centre-bound service

Saturday 3 - Sunday 18 DecemberSCOTTISH ETHICAL FAIRCity Square

Saturday 3 December | 10.30am - 4pmCHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIRThe Friary | Tullideph RoadThe second-annual Christmas fair at The Friarywill showcase local crafters, and include a cafeand kids' activities throughout the day.Services 17 | 23 | 28/29

Tuesday 6 December | 6pmWINTER NIGHT MARKETDuke's Corner | Hawkhill, West PortIf you're looking for quirky Christmas presents (orjust want to sample the wine & gin!) head along toDuke's (children welcome til 8pm).Service 22

Saturday 10 December | 11amCHRISTMAS FAYREHM Frigate Unicorn | City QuayYour opportunity to peruse and purchase someunique Christmas gifts at the festive-themedfayre aboard the historic Frigate Unicorn.Any city centre-bound service

Saturday 3 December

This unique event is a showcase offair-trade and ethically made goodsfrom around the world.Any city centre-bound service

Thursday 8, 15 & 22 December | 9am - 9pmEXTENDED CHRISTMAS SHOPPINGOvergateThe Overgate is of course Dundee's biggestshopping mall, offering a great variety of shops.You're sure to find the perfect gifts!Any city centre-bound service

Throughout November & DecemberSANTA'S GROTTOWellgate CentreSanta Claus and his helpers will be in his grottofor all the little girls and boys to share theirChristmas wishes. Any city centre-bound service

Throughout DecemberCHRISTMAS NIGHT OUTLet us be your designated driverIf you're heading out for a work night out beforeChristmas, leave the car at home and let us beyour designated driver!Any services

Saturday 10 December | 11am - 3pmWINTER MARKET 2016Steeple Church | NethergateA fantastic array of hand crafted items from thelocal area, along with refreshments & light bites,and prize-winning opportunities.Any city centre-bound service

Throughout November & DecemberBROOK STREETBroughty FerryAccessible from all across the city, BroughtyFerry offers a mix of unique small businessesfor a gift that's a little different.Services 5 | 9/10

Friday 16 - Wednesday 21 DecemberCINDERELLAWhitehall Theatre (book at the box office)

Saturday 17 December | 11.30am & 3pmFROZEN (Ice Show)Ice Arena | Camperdown Leisure Park

Friday 16 December | 7.30pmA WINTER'S TALERoseangle GallerySylvia Troon is a puppeteer who will enthrall youwith mystical and magical tales of winter, usingher own special puppet characters.Services 5 | 9/10 | 17

Friday 16 December | 7.30pmRSNO CHRISTMAS CONCERTCaird Hall (book at the box office)RSNO and The Snowman will take you on amagical adventure through the winter sky, filled with carols old and new.Any city centre-bound service

Friday 16 - Saturday 24 DecemberROBINThe Rep Theatre (book at the box office)This special Christmas show is for little ones aged3-6, and their grown-ups too. A fun-filled showwith seasonal cheer (show times vary).Services 5 | 9/10 | 17 | 22 | 28/29

Friday 16 DecemberROGUE ONECinema release (Odeon)Star Wars returned last year withEpisode VII - and this spin-off storypromises to be just as exciting!Services 15/17 | 28/29

The Downfield Music Society willentertain you with this delightfulfamily panto (show times vary)Service 22

Another entertaining event to exciteyou for Christmas - the kids are sureto enjoy this show. Service 23

Daily, from 12pm-5pm, Santa'sEnchanted Forest grotto will be at theOvergate, with a magical Narnia theme.Any city centre-bound service

Thursday 15 - Saturday 24 DecemberENCHANTED FOREST GROTTOOvergate

CHRISTMAS SHOPPINGKingsway Retail Park

In addition to the City Centre &Broughty Ferry, Dundee has lots ofretail outlets at the Kingsway RetailPark - including, of course, Toys R Us!Services 1a/1b | 9/10 | 22 | 27

Sunday 18 December | 3pmTHE NUTCRACKERDundee Contemporary Arts | NethergateThe time of year wouldn't be complete withouta traditional showing of the wonderfulNutcracker ballet story. A Christmas classic!Services 5 | 9/10 | 17

New Year's ResolutionOLYMPIAEast PortIf your New Year's Resolution is to get fit, or thekids just want to go swimming, remember thatyou can take the bus to the Olympia.Services 5 | 9/10 | 27

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Saturday 24 December | 7.30pmROCK THE HALLSWhitehall Theatre (book at the box office)Tickets may sell out fast for this one: a fun showfor Christmas Eve - guaranteed to get everyoneexcited for the big day itself.Service 22

All year-roundDUNDEE HERITAGEVerdant Works & RRS DiscoveryThe history of our city is long and rich - and youcan learn more about it by visiting these authenticexhibitions of the past.Any city centre-bound service

DINING OUT?Enjoy a drink with your meal

GROUP DAYSAVERXplore Dundee Network

Wednesday 28 December | 7.30pmSINDERINSWhitehall Theatre (book at the box office)These singer-songwriters bring an eclectic showto Dundee as they perform a unique set - aninteresting combination of jazz, rock & blues.Service 22

If you need to criss-cross thecity to visit folk for the holidays,feel the benefit of ourfull-city network.

If you're heading out for dinnerthis festive season, why not enjoya drink with your meal and letXplore Dundee be your designateddriver?

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Throughout November & DecemberMOTORSPORT HERITAGEMuseum of Transport | Market StreetThis collaborative display between the museumand its partners offers a glimpse at a selectionof historic vehicles. Services 5 | 9/10

Saturday 17 December | 10am - 5pmCHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZAWellgate CentreThe final weekend before Christmas, this fairwill bring together local crafters and show offglass-engraving, hand-made gifts & much more.Any city centre-bound service

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