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What's on in Bristol

  1. We the Curious
    Welcome to the city of bridges, balloons, boats, bikes, Brunel and Banksy. Regarded as the capital of the South West of England, lively yet laid-back Bristol is creative, cultural and vibrant with a rich maritime heritage. Whether you’re looking for a great day out for all the family, a romantic break or a little adventure, you’ll find it in Bristol.
  2. Festivals & Events
    Explore a range of festivals and events taking place throughout the year along the Great West Way.

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  1. Add Harbour Trips on The Matthew to your Itinerary

    Harbour Trips on The Matthew

    Address

    The Matthew of Bristol, Princes Wharf, Bristol, BS1 4RN

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1179276868

    Bristol

    Enjoy a cruise around Floating Harbour on board The Matthew and experience our beautiful city from the water on this 45–50-minute round trip.

  2. Add Festival of Transport at Avon Valley Railway to your Itinerary

    Festival of Transport at Avon Valley Railway

    Address

    Bitton Station, Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol, BS30 6HD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 117 932 5538

    Bitton, Bristol

    Avon Valley Railway is hosting a weekend Festival of Transport at Bitton Station, featuring vintage vehicles, cycles and entertainment.

  3. Add Open Studios at Spike Island to your Itinerary

    Open Studios at Spike Island

    Address

    Cumberland Road, Bristol, BS1 6UX

    Telephone

    +44 (0)117 929 2266

    Bristol

    Explore behind-the-scenes of the former Brooke Bond tea-packing factory, home to over 70 artists' studios.

  4. Add The Clifton Wine & Drinks Fair to your Itinerary

    The Clifton Wine & Drinks Fair

    Address

    The Mall Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 4BH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 11479466833

    Clifton, Bristol

    Choose from over 100 different beverages to sample - from boutique wines and craft spirits to innovative alcohol-free drinks.

  5. Add Siren Bristol: Faithless to your Itinerary

    Siren Bristol: Faithless

    Address

    Harbourside Amphitheatre, Canons Way, BRISTOL, BS1 5LL

    BRISTOL

    Watch Fabio & Grooverider & The Outlook Orchestra with support on the harbourside on Thursday 27 July.

  6. Add Queer Vision Film Festival to your Itinerary

    Queer Vision Film Festival

    Address

    Watershed, Canons Road, Bristol, BS1 5TX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 117 927 5100

    Bristol

    From powerful short films to compelling feature-length stories, this year’s lineup celebrates diverse voices and bold storytelling.

  7. Add Jonathan Baldock: Held at Arnolfini to your Itinerary

    Jonathan Baldock: Held at Arnolfini

    Address

    11 Narrow Quay, Bristol, BS1 4QA

    Bristol

    For summer, British artist Jonathan Baldock (b.1980) takes over Arnolfini's first-floor galleries with a new commission, channelling his long-held interest in myth and folklore.

  8. Add Bristol Christmas Market to your Itinerary

    Bristol Christmas Market

    Address

    Broadmead, Bristol, BS1 1UX

    Bristol

    It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Come and celebrate the festive season at Bristol Christmas Market, where you’ll find an array of traders selling seasonal delights, crafts and unique items, which are perfect for those hunting for that…

  9. Add Historical Walk: 1831 Riots to your Itinerary

    Historical Walk: 1831 Riots

    Address

    Princes Wharf, Bristol, BS1 4RN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 117 352 6600

    Bristol

    Explore the sites and learn about the causes and consequences of the citywide riots of 1831.

  10. Add Bristol Harbour Swimming to your Itinerary

    Bristol Harbour Swimming

    Address

    All Aboard Watersports, Baltic Wharf, Cumberland Road, Bristol, BS1 6XG

    Telephone

    +44(0)117 929 08 01

    Bristol

    All Aboard Watersports are pleased to offer open water swimming in the Floating Harbour this winter.

  11. Add Teddy Bears Picnic at Avon Valley Railway to your Itinerary

    Teddy Bears Picnic at Avon Valley Railway

    Address

    Bitton Station, Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol, BS30 6HD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 117 932 5538

    Bitton, Bristol

    The teddy bears are coming to Bitton for the return of Avon Valley Railway’s popular Teddy Bears’ Picnic weekend!

  12. Add Aftermirth: Daytime Comedy Club for New Parents at The Wardrobe Theatre to your Itinerary

    Aftermirth: Daytime Comedy Club for New Parents at The Wardrobe Theatre

    Address

    The Wardrobe Theatre, 25 West Street, Bristol, BS2 0DF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 117 902 0344

    Bristol

    Bristol's adult comedy club that you can bring your baby to!

  13. Add Bristol Light Festival to your Itinerary

    Bristol Light Festival

    Address

    Various locations throughout Bristol

    Bristol Light Festival is set to return to Bristol for 10 days of dazzling light-based artworks to brighten up the darkest nights of winter from 18 - 27 February 2027.

  14. Add Dance Out at Royal West of England Academy (RWA) to your Itinerary

    Dance Out at Royal West of England Academy (RWA)

    Address

    Royal West of England Academy (RWA), Queen's Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1PX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 117 9735129

    Clifton, Bristol

    Dance Out is an exhibition of paintings, drawings and film that celebrates dance as an everyday human activity, both solitary and social.

  15. Add Bristol International Balloon Fiesta to your Itinerary

    Bristol International Balloon Fiesta

    Address

    Ashton Court Estate, Long Ashton, Bristol, BS41 9JN

    Bristol

    Europe's biggest hot air balloon event

    The spectacular free event will once again feature over 100 hot air balloons taking off at dawn and dusk as well as the famous Night Glows, when the balloons light up the sky in time to a soundtrack provided…

  16. Add Record Fair at Bristol Beacon to your Itinerary

    Record Fair at Bristol Beacon

    Address

    Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR

    Bristol

    The biggest record fair in the South West returns to Bristol in 2023

  17. Add Kiota Open Mic at The Wardrobe Theatre to your Itinerary

    Kiota Open Mic at The Wardrobe Theatre

    Address

    The Wardrobe Theatre, 25 West Street, Bristol, BS2 0DF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 117 902 0344

    Bristol

    Join KIOTA, showcasing Black and People of Colour (BPOC) creatives from various artistic disciplines.

  18. Add Bristol Comedy Garden to your Itinerary

    Bristol Comedy Garden

    Address

    Queen Square, Bristol, BS1 4QS

    Bristol

    There's an all-new al fresco twist for the South West's favourite comedy extravaganza!

    Heralding the return of live comedy, supersonic stars such as Simon Amstell, Sara Pascoe, Dara O'Briain, Nish Kumar, Bridget Christie, Tom Allen and Josh…

  19. Add Bristol Wing Fest to your Itinerary

    Bristol Wing Fest

    Address

    The Prospect Building, 45 Feeder Road, Bristol, BS2 0SE

    Bristol

    Bristol Wing Fest is a celebration of the mighty chicken wing and is now the world’s most popular chicken wing festival.

  20. Add Women’s Craft Club at Arnolfini to your Itinerary

    Women’s Craft Club at Arnolfini

    Address

    Arnolfini, 16 Narrow Quay, Bristol, BS1 4QA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 117 917 2300

    Bristol

    Join this weekly women’s craft club in partnership with Bristol Refugee Festival. All women are welcome to come along, have a cup of tea and get crafty.

  21. Add Cats at The Bristol Hippodrome to your Itinerary

    Cats at The Bristol Hippodrome

    Address

    St Augustine's Parade, Bristol, BS1 4UZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)117 302 3310

    Bristol

    With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, this production of CATS will run at the Bristol Hippodrome 24 – 28 November 2026.

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