A focus on sustainability

From December 1, the Christmas magic begins in Dundee’s City Square with free events for the whole family to enjoy.

Every day the square will be open for events. These include markets, a giant Pingoo, the Dundee Christmas card and much more.

There will be an activity tent where children can write letters to Santa as well as other Christmas crafts. There will also be an immersive Christmas installation.

The event is bigger and better than previous years.

On Thursday evenings there will be live music performers, with choirs on Sundays and street performers during the weekends.

There will be a real focus on sustainability. A real tree has been planted at the City Churches, so that locals can enjoy this for years to come.

There will also be five sustainability-themed trees alongside the living tree. These trees have been commissioned by five different designers.

Councillor Mark Flynn, city development convener, added: “We really want to focus on this event being sustainable and eco-friendly. This year we’ve commissioned five artists to create five Christmas trees.

“We have also planted a tree at the City Churches, which will be here forever. It is set to grow to over 65ft. It’s all very focused on sustainability, which we feel is really important.

“This year’s programme is going to be great. We couldn’t be more excited to welcome locals and visitors alike to the city centre.”

The events in the Square will run from December 1 to December 24, so there is plenty of time to get involved with the fun.