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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 A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Bristol Old Vic to your Itinerary

    A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Bristol Old Vic

    Address

    King Street, Bristol, BS1 4ED

    Bristol

    In the depths of winter, discover the magic of A Midsummer Night's Dream as you've never seen it before.

  2. Add Instant Wit at The Alma Tavern Theatre to your Itinerary

    Instant Wit at The Alma Tavern Theatre

    Address

    The Alma Tavern Theatre, Alma Vale Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 2HY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 117 973 5171

    Clifton, Bristol

    The best in improvised comedy - welcome to an evening of songs, gags and general silliness – all of it based on audience suggestions!

  3. Add Bristol Rare Plants and Orchid Fair at St Phillip and St Jacob Church to your Itinerary

    Bristol Rare Plants and Orchid Fair at St Phillip and St Jacob Church

    Address

    Tower Hill, Bristol, BS2 0ET

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7792365226

    Bristol

    Bristol Rare Plants & Orchid Fair returns on Saturday 18 April 2026

  4. Add Meet Fred at Bristol Old Vic to your Itinerary

    Meet Fred at Bristol Old Vic

    Address

    King Street, Bristol, BS1 4ED

    Bristol

    This darkly hilarious, critically acclaimed production follows Fred, a cloth puppet just trying to live an ordinary life — get a job, find love, be part of society.

  5. Add Feast On to your Itinerary

    Feast On

    Address

    Clifton Downs, Stoke Road, Bristol, BS9 1FG

    Bristol

    Experience the best of Bristol as top restaurants and traders showcase their signature dishes. From hearty classics to daring new flavours, there's a taste for every palate.

  6. Add DYKE Systems Ltd. at Bristol Old Vic to your Itinerary

    DYKE Systems Ltd. at Bristol Old Vic

    Address

    King Street, Bristol, BS1 4ED

    Bristol

    Step into the glittery, unhinged world of multi-level marketing mayhem with Fag Packet, Kheski Kobler and Holly Wilson-Guy, the award-winning cabaret and theatre double act. 

  7. Add Bristol Film Festival at the Planetarium to your Itinerary

    Bristol Film Festival at the Planetarium

    Address

    We The Curious, Anchor Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS1 5DB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 11479466833

    Clifton, Bristol

    Join Bristol Film Festival for some atmospheric film screenings in the planetarium at We The Curious.

  8. Add Friday Lunch Trips To Beeses with Bristol Packet Boat Trips to your Itinerary

    Friday Lunch Trips To Beeses with Bristol Packet Boat Trips

    Address

    Bristol Packet Boat Trips, Wapping Wharf, Gas Ferry Road, Bristol, BS1 6UN

    Telephone

    +44 (0)117 926 8157

    Gas Ferry Road, Bristol

    Leave the city behind and enjoy a leisurely cruise up the river with a 90min stop for lunch at this popular destination on the banks of the picturesque Avon.

  9. Add Festival of Nature to your Itinerary

    Festival of Nature

    Address

    Venues in Bath & Bristol

    Telephone

    +44 (0)117 925 3931

    The UK's largest free celebration of the natural world returns to Bristol and Bath from 6-14 June 2026!

  10. Add City Dock Tours with Bristol Packet Boat Trips to your Itinerary

    City Dock Tours with Bristol Packet Boat Trips

    Address

    Bristol Packet Boat Trips, Wapping Wharf, Gas Ferry Road, Bristol, BS1 6UN

    Telephone

    +44 (0)117 926 8157

    Gas Ferry Road, Bristol

    Discover the fascinating history and contemporary culture of Bristol’s Floating Harbour on this 45 min tour. Informative and entertaining commentary given on board. 

  11. Add Wildlife Photographer of the Year 61 at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery to your Itinerary

    Wildlife Photographer of the Year 61 at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

    Address

    Queens Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1RL

    Telephone

    +44 (0)117 352 6600

    Bristol

    Wildlife Photographer of the Year is back at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery with a brand new set of extraordinary images.

  12. Add Cosmos: The Art of Observing Space at Royal West of England Academy (RWA) to your Itinerary

    Cosmos: The Art of Observing Space at Royal West of England Academy (RWA)

    Address

    Royal West of England Academy, Queens Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1PX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 1179735129

    Clifton, Bristol

    Cosmos: The Art of Observing Space invites visitors to experience the awe, wonder and imagination sparked by space exploration—past, present and future.

  13. Add The Enormous Crocodile The Musical at Bristol Old Vic to your Itinerary

    The Enormous Crocodile The Musical at Bristol Old Vic

    Address

    Bristol Old Vic, Bristol, BS1 4ED

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 1179877877

    Bristol

    Snap up your tickets today for this wickedly funny musical adventure, perfect for the whole family!

  14. Add Juliet & Romeo at Bristol Old Vic to your Itinerary

    Juliet & Romeo at Bristol Old Vic

    Address

    Bristol Old Vic, Bristol, BS1 4ED

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 1179877877

    Bristol

    This duet reveals the real story of Romeo and Juliet. It turns out they didn’t die in a tragic misunderstanding; they grew up and lived happily ever after. Well, they lived at least.

  15. Add Story Cafe at Aerospace Bristol to your Itinerary

    Story Cafe at Aerospace Bristol

    Address

    Aerospace Bristol, Hayes Way Patchway, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS34 5BZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 117 931 5315

    Bristol, South Gloucestershire

    Join between 10:00 am to 10:30 am every Monday during term time when Aerospace Bristol’s learning team will be reading a story in the museum cafer. Sessions are free to attend and museum admission is not required.

  16. Add Upfest to your Itinerary

    Upfest

    Address

    Various locations around Bristol, BS3 4NH

    UPFEST is Europe’s largest street art festival, returning to Bristol from 15–31 May 2026. The 17-day event will transform Bedminster, Southville, and new city locations with live painting, up to 100 new murals and free creative events.

  17. Add Haunted and Hidden Bristol Walking Tour to your Itinerary

    Haunted and Hidden Bristol Walking Tour

    Address

    Starts at College Green, Bristol, BS1 5TJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)7766258407

    Bristol

    Fun 1hr and 40min walk combining haunted buildings and tv/film locations

    Advance bookings are required.

    Time: 
    every Friday 8.00pm - 9.40pm from September to November

    Tickets: 
    £7 - £5 - £4. Advance booking is required, see here.

  18. Add Forbidden Worlds Film Festival to your Itinerary

    Forbidden Worlds Film Festival

    Address

    Bristol Former IMAX, Bristol, BS1 5TT

    Bristol

    Forbidden Worlds Film Festival is dedicated to screening repertory fantasy, action, science-fiction and horror films from around the world and celebrating the people that made them.

  19. Add Bristol Coffee Festival to your Itinerary

    Bristol Coffee Festival

    Address

    Bristol Beacon, Colston Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR

    Bristol

    Bristol Coffee Festival has over 50 exhibitors, fun debates and inspiring panels.

  20. Add Cinderella: A Fairytale at Bristol Old Vic to your Itinerary

    Cinderella: A Fairytale at Bristol Old Vic

    Address

    Bristol Old Vic, Bristol, BS1 4ED

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 1179877877

    Bristol

    Inspired by the Brothers Grimm’s story, this dazzlingly original take will set your heart aflutter with live music, modern mischief and festive joy.

  21. Add After Hours at Wake the Tiger to your Itinerary

    After Hours at Wake the Tiger

    Address

    Albert Road, St. Philips, Bristol, BS2 0YA

    Bristol

    Got a mate or a date and looking for something a little different for your next evening get-together? Every other Friday, enjoy Wake The Tiger 7-11pm, with not a child in sight!

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