Dundee Flower and Food Festival
Dundee's annual celebration of local food and horticulture, combining garden displays with a growing food section. Tayside and Angus producers sell beef, soft fruit, baking, cheese, and preserves. Smaller than Edinburgh or Grampian events but growing steadily alongside Dundee's food scene revival. The park setting is pleasant and the event is family-friendly. Combine with a visit to V&A Dundee and the waterfront.
Dundee Flower and Food Festival punches above its weight for a regional event — Tayside beef, Angus soft fruit, Perthshire baking, and genuine horticultural displays in a beautiful park setting. Good value, family-friendly, and improving each year as Dundee's food scene matures.
Early September in Dundee is often pleasant but unpredictable. Bring a layer.
Programme highlights
| Event | When | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cookery demonstrations | Both days | Local chefs cooking with Tayside and Angus produce. |
| Horticultural displays | Both days | Competition and display gardens — the flower element is taken seriously. |
| Producer market | Both days | Angus beef, Perthshire raspberries and strawberries, Dundee marmalade. |
Tickets & pricing
Full festival access
Full festival access
Free entry
Visitor tips
- Pair with V&A Dundee (free) and the RRS Discovery for a full city weekend
- Parking at Camperdown Park is free and plentiful
- Arrive before noon on Saturday for the best stall selection
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Where to stay
Where to stay near Dundee Flower and Food Festival
Hotels, B&Bs, and self-catering within easy reach of Dundee Flower and Food Festival.
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Where to eat nearby
- V&A Dundee caféCafé
- Dundee WaterfrontArea
Not in the same league as Edinburgh Food Festival for scale or star power (Taste of Grampian, formerly the other comparison, is no longer running), but a pleasant day out if you're in Dundee. The park setting beats indoor food halls, and Tayside producers are genuinely good. Don't travel far solely for this, but pair with V&A Dundee and the waterfront for an excellent weekend.
Frequently asked questions
+Is parking free at Camperdown Park?
Yes — the park has extensive free parking.
+Are dogs allowed?
Yes, dogs on leads are welcome in the park areas.
+What's the best way to combine this with Dundee sightseeing?
Visit the festival in the morning, then head to V&A Dundee (free) and the RRS Discovery in the afternoon.
Compare with other festivals
Similar scale to Ayrshire Food Festival but with a stronger horticultural element. Smaller and less specialist than Edinburgh Food Festival (Taste of Grampian, formerly a comparison, is no longer running).
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