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The Ultimate Anime Day Out Dundee: Akuma Market Guide

The Ultimate Anime Day Out Dundee: Akuma Market & Beyond Are you looking for the perfect Anime Day Out Dundee? With the Akuma Anime Market returning to the Wellgate Shopping Centre this Saturday, we’ve put together an extensive guide to help you make the most of the City of Discovery. Whether you’re a regular at Comic Con Scotland events or a local looking for things to do in Dundee, here is how to plan your visit for the ultimate geeky weekend. Start Your Anime Day Out Dundee at Akuma Market Your morning kicks off at the Wellgate Shopping Centre (Level 2). This event is a specialized alternative to a standard Comic Con, focusing 100% on Japanese pop culture. For fans of Manga and Anime, this is the heart of the local scene and has become a staple for fans across the country. Refuel: The Best Japanese Food in the City Once you’ve shopped the market, you’ll likely have worked up an appetite. Luckily, Dundee’s food scene has exploded, offering some of the most authentic flavour’s for fans of Japanese cuisine. No geek day out is complete without a stop for boba and ramen to keep your energy up. Explore More Hidden Gems in Dundee Dundee is known as the UNESCO City of Design, and much of that reputation comes from its history in video games and comics. To truly complete your experience, you should explore some of the other landmarks that make this city a pop culture hub. Ending Your Anime Day Out Dundee: TCG & Gaming As the market winds down around 4:00 PM, the fun doesn’t have to stop. Wrap up your evening by heading to one of the city’s dedicated gaming spaces to meet local players or try out a new Trading Card Game. Travel & Planning Tips for Dundee Getting to Dundee is easy, whether you are coming from Glasgow, Edinburgh, or Aberdeen. Parking: We recommend using the Wellgate Multi-Storey (DD1 2DB). It gives you direct access to the shopping centre, which is handy if you end up carrying a lot of heavy manga volumes! By Train: Dundee Station is an architectural marvel and sits right across from the V&A. It’s about a 10-12 minute walk to the Wellgate. By Bus: The Seagate Bus Station is even closer, just a 5-minute walk from the market.

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Akuma Anime Market Dundee

Akuma Anime Market Dundee: The Ultimate Free Anime Event

Akuma Anime Market Dundee returns to the City of Discovery this April! Specifically, we are taking over the Wellgate Shopping Centre. This happens on Saturday, 11th April 2026. Whether you are a regular at Dee Con or just a casual fan of Studio Ghibli, this event is for you. In fact, Akuma Anime Market Dundee is the perfect place to shop. Additionally, it is a great place to meet friends. Event Details: Event: Akuma Anime Market Dundee Date: Saturday 11th April 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location: Wellgate Shopping Centre, Dundee, DD1 2DB Entry: FREE Traders Include:   Blackheart Pins and Patches Primal Toys & Trinkets Kaos Kreations Pokedot Doodlenab Creative ‘n’ Chaotic Hey Hey Anime Bilby Bloom Toy Trader UK Jennifayrie Tasty Tina’s Cakes Blue Star Art The Mad Monkey Bunny’s Beads Chay’s Creations Dundee’s Dedicated Anime Event   However, this market is different from general comic cons. Notably, it focuses 100% on anime and manga. Consequently, if you love the vibe of university events like Dee Con, you will feel right at home. Ultimately, we bring the community together for a day of shopping without high ticket prices. Furthermore, we have a curated line-up. For example, over 30 tables of amazing art and merch will join us. They specialize in Japanese imports. For instance, you can find rare Gunpla kits. Also, you can hunt for Pokémon cards, plushes and more. In addition, our artist alley features local creators. They sell handmade stickers, keyrings and prints. Therefore, it is the best place in Tayside to grow your collection. The Ultimate Anime Day Out Dundee: Akuma Market Guide Cosplay and Community   Moreover, cosplay is a huge part of our event. Because of this, we encourage everyone to dress up! You might be debuting a new look for the convention season. Alternatively, you might just wear a casual outfit. Regardless, everyone is welcome here. The Wellgate offers a bright environment. As a result, it is spacious and perfect for taking photos. Getting to the Wellgate   The event is in the heart of Dundee City Centre. By Bus: The Seagate Bus Station is close. Specifically, it is only a 5-minute walk away. By Train: Dundee Train Station is also nearby. In fact, it is a short 10-minute walk from the venue. By Car: The Wellgate has a car park. Conveniently, it is a secure multi-story attached to the centre. (Sat Nav: DD1 2DB). For more information on the facility, please visit the Wellgate Shopping Centre official website.

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