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Today in Bristol, summarised.

Weather: Overcast across Bristol this evening. Expect temperatures easing to around 20°C.

Top stories: Avonmouth hate crime charges have been brought after three Filipino crew members were injured, while Wessex Water has defended a £80,000 pay rise for its chief executive and Bristol firms and venues continue to make headlines.

Upcoming events: On Friday 7 August, the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta 2026 opens at Ashton Court Estate, with gates usually from around 5am; on Friday 14 August, a community memorial event at Rawnsley Park in St Jude’s runs from midday to 7pm.

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Events

What's on in Bristol

Eventsvia Bristol Live – Events

Bristol Balloon Fiesta 2026: All you need to know about tickets, travel, timings and weather advice

From traffic and travel to car parking tickets, the main balloon events, and what else you can see and do

3 days agoRead at Bristol Live – Events
Eventsvia Bristol Live – Events

Bristol International Balloon Fiesta 2026: List of special shape balloons in full

From a giant scarecrow to firm favourites like Thomas the Tank Engine

4 days agoRead at Bristol Live – Events
Eventsvia Bristol Live – Events

Valley Fest fans say Groupon cheap ticket deal 'a kick in the teeth'

One customer said: "Are these tickets on Groupon legit? Bit annoying we've just paid full price through the proper website?"

5 days agoRead at Bristol Live – Events
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Guides

Bristol guides

Guidesvia Visit Bristol

Things to do at night in Bristol

Nightlife in Bristol is legendary, whether you're a party-goer, or after a sober night out. Here are some ideas on what to get up to in the city after the sun sets.

13 hours agoRead at Visit Bristol
Guidesvia Visit Bristol

Train rides and railway attractions in Bristol

Enjoy a day out a local heritage steam railway, or take the family along to a miniature railway! Bristol has several fun train rides for you to enjoy, from harbourside routes to journeys through the countryside and along the coast.

4 days agoRead at Visit Bristol
Guidesvia Visit Bristol

Waterside places to eat & drink in Bristol

You're never far from the water's edge in Bristol, whether you're grabbing a pint on the Harbourside or enjoying a riverside terrace in the suburbs. Here are our top picks of where to eat with a view of the water in and around the city.

6 days agoRead at Visit Bristol
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Imported headlines

From around the city

Newsvia Bristol Live – News · 5 hours ago
Man slashed across the face with knife in Bristol City Centre
Newsvia Bristol24/7 · 5 hours ago
Everything you need to know about the Bristol Balloon Fiesta 2026
Newsvia Bristol Live – News · 5 hours ago
Home Bargains shoplifter jailed after going on £200 theft spree
Food & drinkvia The Bristol Sauce · 5 hours ago
Where to eat in August
Sportvia Bristol Live – Sport · 5 hours ago
Trio feature, pair not involved and James Ellis present - What we noticed in Bristol City training
Newsvia Bristol Live – News · 5 hours ago
'It makes me feel unsafe': Residents speak out after suspected hate crime attack in Avonmouth
Newsvia BBC News · 6 hours ago
Solheim Cup 2026: Mimi Rhodes and Leona Maguire earn wildcard picks
Newsvia BBC News · 6 hours ago
Two charged over Avonmouth hate crime on Filipino ship crew
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