What's On in Bristol
Bristol's independent spirit fuels one of the UK's most creative events scenes. From street art tours to underground music nights, the city thrives on originality.
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What's on in Bristol
Today
- — Bat Walks at National Museum Of History — These 90-minute evening searches for bat species are some of the longest-running events in the St Fagans calendar; a…
On now
- On now — runs until 19 August 2026 — Michael Flatley’s Lord Of The Dance at New Theatre — Flatley, in registered trademark if not in person, was at this venue exactly one year ago celebrating 30 years of…
This weekend
- — Sunset Yoga at National Museum Cardiff — The hook for having these six Friday teatime yoga sessions take place here (in the main hall) is Luke Jerram’s Helios…
- — The Blackout at Cultvr Lab — This sold out with barely any promo but you never know when someone might get trapped in a large sportsbag and…
- — Louis & The Lovecats at Bristol Old Vic — Louis & The Lovecats -
- — MEMO CREATIVE: MUSICAL THEATRE CABARET - HEROES & VILLAINS at Newbridge Memo
- — Dysfunktional at Bristol Old Vic — Dysfunktional -
- — Summer Study Day: Manet, Morisot and the Impressionists at Insole Court — A Summer Study Day celebrating Impressionism, with 3 lectures by acclaimed lecturer Stella Grace Lyons. 09:45 Coffee…
- — Theatre Tours at New Theatre — The New Theatre is pretty busy this month, but almost entirely given over to tribute bands rather than plays; it also…
- — AS YOU LIKE IT at Merlin Theatre — In Shakespeare’s iconic comedy four pairs of soulmates meet in the mysterious Forest of Arden. But playful flirting…
Coming up
- — Mansion Tour at Insole Court (2 dates) — Discover the history of the Insole family as you explore their most unusual home. Follow the journey of how this modest…
- — Gardens Tour: Scenic Summer at Insole Court (2 dates) — Our tour guides will show you the highlights of the season, as well as telling you all about the history of our…
- — Free Solo Jazz Dance Class at Bristol Old Vic — Free Solo Jazz Dance Class -
- — The Living Tombstone at Depot — Do you like music or do you like computer games? You: “Argh! Grargh! I can’t choose!!” Well you don’t have to, thanks…
- — Ukelele Death Squad at Acapela — Australian octet whose music features the ukelele, although not exclusively, and has knocked ‘em dead at WOMAD and…
- — Bristol Community Big Band at Bristol Old Vic — Bristol Community Big Band -
- — WEST SIDE STORY at Merlin Theatre — This August sees the return of Tri.Art's Award-Winning Summer School, now in its 12th year. This year, students will be…
- — Sofar Sounds at Bristol Old Vic — Sofar Sounds -
- — Dog Life Drawing at Bristol Old Vic — Dog Life Drawing -
- — Date My Mate at Bristol Old Vic — Date My Mate -
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Why Bristol
- Creative culture
- Banksy's hometown has a thriving arts and underground music scene.
- Harbourside venues
- The floating harbour provides a unique waterfront events setting.
- Festival-friendly
- Home to Glastonbury's doorstep, plus dozens of city festivals.
Top event categories in Bristol
- Music
- Arts
- Food & Drink
- Festivals
- Community
Venues & places in Bristol
Places people go in Bristol
- Hen and Chicken — 210 North Street, Bristol, BS3 1JF
- The Haywain — 34 Sandy Lane, Newport, NP26 4NE
- Malthouse — High St, Bristol, BS35 2AP
- The Boater — 9 Argyle Street, Bath, BA2 4BQ
- Railway Tavern — 56 Wotton Road, Wotton under Edge, GL12 8SR
- The Huntsman — 1 Terrace Walk, BA1 1LJ
- The Crystal Palace — 10 Abbey Green, Bath, BA1 1NW
- Stanshawes Court — Stanshawes Ct Dr, Bristol, BS37 4EA
- Folly — Westerleigh Rd, Bristol, BS16 7AJ
- Talbot Inn — Bath Rd, Bristol, BS31 1NP
- Baileys Court Inn
- The Brassmill — Avon Mill Ln, Bristol, BS31 2UG
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