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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 Bristol Folk Festival to your Itinerary

    Bristol Folk Festival

    Address

    Various locations:, Clifton Cathedral, St George’s Bristol, Bristol Folk House and The Architect

    Bristol Folk Festival returns with a breath-taking line-up of UK and world artists for the May Bank Holiday weekend. 

  2. Add Love Saves The Day to your Itinerary

    Love Saves The Day

    Address

    Ashton Court, Long Ashton, Bristol, BS41 9JN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 8448 718 819

    Bristol

    Bristol's biggest music festival returns to Ashton Court from 25 - 26 May 2024

  3. Add The Lost Cabaret at The Wardrobe Theatre to your Itinerary

    The Lost Cabaret at The Wardrobe Theatre

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 117 902 0344

    Bristol

    Bristol's clown collaboration The Lost Cabaret comes with big ideas, big experiments and big laughs to The Wardrobe Theatre every few months to take risks, embrace the ridiculous, and connect with an audience.

  4. Add The Illuminated Cave with Wallace & Gromit and Friends at Cheddar Gorge and Caves to your Itinerary

    The Illuminated Cave with Wallace & Gromit and Friends at Cheddar Gorge and Caves

    Address

    Cheddar Gorge and Caves, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3QF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 1934742343

    Cheddar

    Families are invited to step into 50 years of Aardman magic, mischief and marvellous clay with an illuminated trail in Gough’s Cave.

  5. 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.

  6. Add Bristol Craft Beer Festival to your Itinerary

    Bristol Craft Beer Festival

    Address

    Bristol Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 5LL

    Telephone

    +44 (0)207 099 4132

    Bristol

    A celebration of brewing culture in Bristol and beyond, the Bristol Craft Beer Festival will feature a huge variety of the world’s finest beers from local breweries, alongside national and international big hitters. Plus local food outlets and live…

  7. 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…

  8. Add Foodies Festival at Royal Victoria Park to your Itinerary

    Foodies Festival at Royal Victoria Park

    Address

    Royal Victoria Park, Marlborough Lane, Bath, BA1 2NQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)131 220 3276

    Bath

    Head to Bath Foodies Festival 2026 for a celebration of top chefs, tasty food, delicious drinks and live music.

  9. 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.

  10. Add Bristol Walk Fest to your Itinerary

    Bristol Walk Fest

    Address

    Various locations, Bristol

    Bristol

    Bristol’s month-long walking festival, now in its eleventh successful year, offers a choice of many ways to explore the city and it surrounds on foot.

    Choices include heritage tours, nature walks, explorations of street art and statues, wild food…

  11. 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.

  12. Add OLD Bristol Rock and Roll Walking Tour to your Itinerary

    OLD Bristol Rock and Roll Walking Tour

    Address

    Park Row, Bristol, BS1 5LH

    Telephone

    07766258407

    Bristol

    Fun guided walk around Bristol's legendary Music venues past and present with the Stories of the Famous Acts that played them! Advance bookings are required.

  13. 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…

  14. Add Bristol Harbour Festival to your Itinerary

    Bristol Harbour Festival

    Address

    Various locations, Bristol, BS1 5TX

    Bristol

    This annual free dance, music and arts extravaganza features family activities, music, circus, food markets and visiting vessels.

    From Underfall Yard on the western edge of the Floating Harbour all the way to the Cascade Steps, Thekla and Queen…

  15. Add BOP Photobook Festival to your Itinerary

    BOP Photobook Festival

    Address

    Martin Parr Foundation, 316 Paintworks, Bristol, BS4 3AR

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1173293270

    Bristol

    Expect a lineup of photobook publishers, artist talks, exhibitions, book signings, events, street food, coffee and local beer.

  16. Add Murder She Didn’t Write at Bristol Old Vic to your Itinerary

    Murder She Didn’t Write at Bristol Old Vic

    Address

    King Street, Bristol, BS1 4ED

    Telephone

    +44 (0)117 987 7877

    Bristol

    Edinburgh Fringe favourites, Degrees of Error, create a classic murder mystery on-the-spot in this ingenious improvised comedy.

  17. Add Mounira Al Solh: A land as big as her skin at Arnolfini to your Itinerary

    Mounira Al Solh: A land as big as her skin at Arnolfini

    Address

    Narrow Quay, Bristol, BS1 4QA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 117 917 2300

    Bristol

    This multidisciplinary exhibition includes her critically acclaimed Venice Biennale pavilion installation A Dance with her Myth from 2024, taking visitors on a journey through Middle Eastern mythology to contemporary times. 

  18. Add Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea at No.4 Clifton Village to your Itinerary

    Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea at No.4 Clifton Village

    Address

    4 Rodney Place, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 4HY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 117 970 6869

    Bristol

    Sip on brews and bubbles as you enjoy delectable scones, an exclusive savoury selection, and handmade sweet treats.

  19. Add Annie at The Bristol Hippodrome to your Itinerary

    Annie at The Bristol Hippodrome

    Address

    St. Augustines Parade, Bristol, BS1 4UZ

    Bristol

    The smash-hit West End production of Annie, the world’s favourite family musical returns!

  20. Add Crime and Crinolines in Clifton Tour with Show of Strength to your Itinerary

    Crime and Crinolines in Clifton Tour with Show of Strength

    Address

    Regent Street, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 4HU

    Telephone

    +44 (0)117 902 0235

    Bristol

    Show of Strength's new tour reveals the extraordinary people behind the elegant facades.

  21. Add The Plough and The Stars at Bristol Old Vic to your Itinerary

    The Plough and The Stars at Bristol Old Vic

    Address

    Bristol Old Vic, Bristol, BS1 4ED

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1179 877 877

    Bristol

    This re-interpretation of Seán O’Casey’s masterpiece (one part of his renowned ‘Dublin Trilogy’) explores the 1916 Easter Rising in Ireland through a modern lens.

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