29MAY

Full cast announced for Shrek The Musical in Bristol

Everyone’s favourite ogre and his band of fairy tale companions are coming to The Bristol Hippodrome in August played by a star-studded cast of musical theatre favourites. Shrek The Musical runs at The Bristol Hippodrome from Tuesday...

29MAY

Tickets still available for Philly guitar hero Kurt Vile’s Bristol appearance

Presented by Crosstown Concerts, the psych rock favourite is returning to Bristol next month along with his band, The Violators. Kurt Vile and the Violators will play Bristol’s SWX on Thursday 15 June 2023. Vile’s...

26MAY

Bristol’s legendary Balloon Fiesta returns this August

Celebrating its 45th anniversary, Bristol International Balloon Fiesta will have all eyes turned to the skies when it returns to Ashton Court this summer. Bristol International Balloon Fiesta runs at Ashton Court Estate from Thursday...

26MAY

Tickets running out to catch The Lemon Twigs’ Bristol show this Sunday

Indie favourites The Lemon Twigs will be in Bristol this Sunday, performing songs from their celebrated back catalogue as well as their most recent album, Everything Harmony. The Lemon Twigs play Bristol’s SWX on Sunday 28 May...

26MAY

Extra date added for Michael McIntyre’s run of shows at The Bristol Hippodrome

With all the previous dates all but sold out, tickets are sure to sell out fast for this extra showing of Michael McIntyre’s new show, ‘MACNIFICENT’. Michael McIntyre will now perform an extra show at The Bristol Hippodrome...

25MAY

Gloucester Road’s best beer shop-venue to open exciting new event space

Beercosm, one of Bristol’s best craft beer and bottle shops, is opening a new space – and they have massive plans for it. Beercosm is a craft beer and bottle shop near the bottom of Gloucester Road; also home to Brewer’s...

25MAY

Review: Disney’s The Lion King at The Bristol Hippodrome

“More to see than can ever be seen…” That Tim Rice lyric, from Elton John’s The Circle of Life, sums up The Lion King well. The production uses not just the stage but the aisles, boxes, and the space above the...

25MAY

Bristol Neighbourhood Guide: St George & Redfield

We’re back with our guide to Bristol’s diverse and vibrant neighbourhoods – with some cherrypicked spots to showcase just how much is going on in each corner of the city. This week, we’re taking a look at St George...

24MAY

Mark your calendars – Bristol Beacon have announced their opening programme!

One of Bristol’s most prominent venues, now known as Bristol Beacon, is opening its doors once again in November 2023 and they’ve got a pretty special weekend of events planned. Bristol Beacon reopens with their ‘Trip the...

24MAY

En Masse announce first details of the 2023 festival

Back and reinvigorated, beloved music festival En Masse return to Bristol this November for four days of cutting-edge programming. En Masse Festival runs across multiple Bristol venues from Wednesday 15 to Sunday 19 November 2023. With...

24MAY

Last chance to secure your tickets to Shindig Festival 2023

Taking place this weekend, tickets are running low for the Somerset festival that boasts the likes of legendary dance pop outfit Sister Sledge amongst its lineup. Shindig Festival will run from Thursday 25 to Sunday 28 May 2023. The...

23MAY

Three top acts announced as support for Self Esteem’s Bristol Sounds show

With Bristol Sounds just a month away, organisers have announced three stellar artists opening for the eagerly anticipated final night performance from Self Esteem. Self Esteem will close Bristol Sounds 2023 at Canons Marsh Amphitheatre...

23MAY

Propyard’s Family Funday returns this Bank Holiday weekend

With what seems like a Bank Holidays every week at the moment, it’s easy to run out of ideas to keep the family entertained. Never fear, Propyard have you covered. Propyard’s Family Funday will take place at the Feeder Road venue...

23MAY

Review: Noah's Ark Zoo Farm

Recently, we sent one of our reviewers to Noah's Ark Zoo Farm, an award-winning zoo set on a working farm in 100 acres of beautiful North Somerset countryside located just 6 miles to the south of Bristol. Read on to find Gareth's thoughts... I...

22MAY

Matthew Bourne’s Edward Scissorhands is coming to Bristol next year

This magical dance production of the classic gothic tale that is Edward Scissorhands has wowed audiences all over the world since its premiere back in 2005. Matthew Bourne’s Edward Scissorhands will run at The Bristol Hippodrome from...

22MAY

Venture into the perilous world of parenthood with Sophie McCartney at Bristol Beacon

From perky tits, to killing nits, the award-winning comic is bringing her side-splitting new stand-up show to the South-West next Spring. Sophie McCartney’s ‘Tired & Tested’ tour drops by Bristol Beacon...

22MAY

Propyard are hosting a massive Stuck in the 90s Music Festival this Sunday

Don’t fancy dancing the night away to Fatboy Slim at Love Saves The Day or rocking out to Yard Act at Dot To Dot? Well, Propyard may well have the perfect alternative. Stuck in the 90s Music Festival will take place at Propyard on...

19MAY

Tickets are on sale now for Jorja Smith’s special Rough Trade outstore show in Bristol

This October will see world-renowned artist Jorja Smith head to Bristol’s SWX to celebrate the release of her eagerly anticipated sophomore album, falling or flying. Jorja Smith’s Rough Trade out-store show will take place...