All events, festivals, and things to do in Bristol
Live tribute performance bringing Sinatra’s swing and Armstrong’s voice and trumpet to life at The Jazz Room, celebrating two music icons who shaped popular music.
The Jam Jar
Live music venue · 4.6 ★
World premiere of a new stage adaptation of the 2017 hit film, telling the fictionalised life of P.T. Barnum, starring Oliver Tompsett in the lead role at Bristol Hippodrome.
Bristol Hippodrome
The Phantoms starring Lee Mead
31 Oct · Bath Forum
Historic final at Ashton Gate Stadium with Chelsea in their seventh consecutive final and Manchester United appearing for the first time. Fans can consume alcohol in stands for the first time as part of a pilot.
Ashton Gate Stadium
Stadium · 4.5 ★
Full-day celebration of Irish culture and heritage at the Trinity Centre, featuring music, dance, workshops, and community events across multiple spaces. Replacing the traditional parade, it's a vibrant showcase of Irish traditions generating buzz for St Patrick’s Day.
Trinity
Album release party for Split Chain at Route One Bristol. Indie music launch generating local hype.
Route One Bristol
Sporting goods store · 4.3 ★
Launch event for Circus City 2025 at Circomedia. Buzzworthy reveal of upcoming circus spectacles and performances.
Circomedia
Performing arts theater · 4.9 ★
Carnatic music performance by Jyotsna Srikanth at Arnolfini Arts. Critically acclaimed fusion of traditional and nomadic styles.
Arnolfini Arts
Tourist attraction · 4.5 ★
Live music event at The Fleece, popular Bristol venue. Generating buzz as a featured gig this week.
The Fleece
The Terrys
16 Mar · The Fleece
ZZ Top legend Billy Gibbons performs at Paramount Bristol. High-profile rock show generating excitement just before the weekend.
Paramount Bristol
Live music venue · 4.8 ★
Live bluegrass session at Birthplace of Country Music Museum. Regular event drawing music enthusiasts in Bristol's country music birthplace.
Birthplace of Country Music Museum
Museum · 4.8 ★
Theatre Bristol and River’s Way present family-friendly storytelling show. Critically acclaimed theatre production engaging audiences with tall tales.
Theatre Royal Bath
Sub Focus brings new album material to Bristol with production-heavy show. Freshly announced album makes this a must-see for electronic music fans.
Motion
Live music venue · 4.3 ★
High-energy drum and bass event featuring Kings of the Rollers at The Underground. Noted for its underground vibe and selling fast in Bristol's legendary nightlife scene.
The Underground
Night club · 4.4 ★
Buster Shuffle performs on the Together Tour 2026 at Lantern Hall, Bristol Beacon. This rock and pop concert is part of a major tour generating buzz in Bristol's vibrant music scene.
The Lantern, Bristol Beacon