What's on in Bristol
Festivals, gigs, exhibitions, markets and community happenings – pulled from local sources across the city.
First day of Bristol's Siren festival welcomes The Maccabees back to Bristol after 14 years
And there were a few surprises in store for fans
Last tickets available for Faithless tonight in Bristol
The Siren Bristol summer series continues tonight, Friday 24 July 2026 with Faithless headlining supported by Kosheen, Nick Warren and Milly on Air whilst Smith & Mighty, Queen Bee and Flynn perform on the second stage. Some tickets still available
Review: Miss Saigon at The Bristol Hippodrome
The multi award-winning musical Miss Saigon has returned to The Bristol Hippodrome this week to rapturous applause and a standing ovation from the captivated Bristol audience. Kim is played by Filipino actress Julianne Pundan with remarkable vulnerab
Gilbert O'Sullivan at St George's in Bristol
Gilbert O'Sullivan, one of the UK's most enduring and respected singer-songwriters, returns to the stage in 2026 for a series of special concerts celebrating sixty years of music, including a show at St George's in Bristol on Wednesday 7 October 2026
Everything you need to know about Bristol's Siren festival
From tickets and line-ups, to the best ways to get there, and what you can and can't bring with you
Sol & The Gang bring their electrifying live experience to Electric Bristol this November
On Friday, 6 November 2026, Sol & The Gang arrive at Electric Bristol as part of their highly anticipated UK tour, promising an unforgettable evening packed with classic R&B, soul, hip-hop and Afrobeats. Doors open at 6pm, with fans set to experience
Balloons were back soaring over Bristol's skies today - a magical reminder that we'd never want to be a city without them
There's a heartbeat surrounding the Fiesta this year, which, just a few years ago, I was terrified would flatline. We as a city were all too close to the possibility of losing the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta for good.
Bristol's first Red Bull Up The Mast event in 26 photos
The title was taken by a local lad - well done Jordan Drew
Bristol Harbour Festival 2026: The banned items you won't be allowed to bring
From food and drink to umbrellas and even your own chair
Bristol Harbour Festival 2026: Weekend weather forecast and key event times
To help you plan your weekend in the sun by the water
Bristol Harbour Festival 2026: How to get there, road closures and diversions
The weekend will be packed as thousands are expected to flock to Bristol
Review: Fatboy Slim at Westonbirt Arboretum
Heading to Westonbirt Arboretum for Forest Live, expectations were fairly simple, enjoy some of Fatboy Slim's biggest hits, indulge in a healthy dose of nostalgia and, hopefully, survive one of the hottest days of the year. With temperatures soaring
The Bristol crowd steals the show at Rocky Horror
It was hard to top theatre goers at the Hippodrome
Bristol's 'World Naked Bike Ride' returns this summer with new route
It's an event to 'draw attention to the vulnerability of cyclists on roads dominated by cars'
Bristol ballooning icon who survived life-threatening surgeries takes on world record attempt
'If one person sees this and feels a little less afraid, then it will have been worth every ascent'
Review: The Rocky Horror Show at The Bristol Hippodrome
The Rocky Horror Show has arrived at The Bristol Hippodrome for a week run from 13-18 July 2026 and our reviewer Kay Beckey gave it the full 5 Stars. Check out her review below! Delightfully chaotic- forget everything you know about theatre...
Dragons to take flight over Bristol this winter in spectacular new drone show
Sky Kingdom uses synchronised drone choreography to paint enormous fantasy-inspired scenes across the night sky
Full list of Bristol Triathlon road closures this weekend including the Portway
A bus gate will also be suspended as a result
Bristol Pride 2026: The banned items you can't bring to this year's festival
And what you can bring with you to help with the heat
Bristol Irish Music Festival this Saturday 11 July
The Bristol Irish Music Festival returns to Bristol Barbarians Rugby Club at Norton Lane, Whitchurch (BS14 0BT) on Saturday 11 July to celebrate Irish Culture, music and community. Bands include The Phogues, Th Publicans, Sunny Banks, Bath Pipers...
Everything you need to know about this year's Bristol Harbour Festival
From tickets to travel, and what's on the line-up
DIY St Pauls Carnival back to its grassroots best
'This is the start of something new for sure - feeling like an original carnival'
Rising star Masie Peters the latest name for Forwards festival line-up
She's joining Djo and Lorde for the brand new event
Review: Legally Blonde at The Bristol Hippodrome
Think passion, think positivity, think perseverance. All wrapped up in a whole lot of Pink as Legally Blonde reaches Bristol Hippodrome in style, captivating audiences with wit, energy, and a strong theme of sisterhood. The musical was initially adap