12AUG

Visit family friendly M Shed exhibition Think Global: Act Bristol this summer

Explore Bristol's role in the climate crisis and what a green future might look like this summer. Harbouside museum M Shed's exhibition, Think Global: Act Bristol, is nearing the halway point of its three month run. Why not...

12AUG

Bristol-based BillyChip scheme launches crowdfunding campaign

Help a Bristol-based scheme support more people across the UK. The team behind the BillyChip - a small token that can be redeemed by a rough sleeper in exchange for a hot drink or some food - is looking for donations...

12AUG

Bristol band Bingo Fury announce details of their forthcoming debut EP

Alongside the announcement of the EP, the atmospheric five-piece have also released a brand new single, ‘Underfall Yard’, and a beautifully shot accompanying video. The band’s EP, Mercy’s Cut, will be released...

11AUG

Wildscreen announces award nominees for its 40th anniversary edition

Discover the intriguing lives of plants and animals across the globe via an array of inventive and heart-felt films this autumn. Bristol based charity Wildscreen has today (August 11) unveiled its nominations for the 40th edition of its...

11AUG

A family friendly day of activities at Walborough nature reserve is happening next week

Get up close and personal with local butterflies, birds and rare plants. Avon Wildlife Trust is running a family-friendly day in nature next week in a series of reserves located near Weston Super Mare. On Wednesday 17 August...

11AUG

Bristol Beacon presents a host of multigenre gigs this bank holiday

Bristol Beacon are putting on a stupefying line-up of multi-genre concerts this August bank holiday. Bristol Beacon haven’t been pulling their punches this summer – bringing big names like Chic, Belle & Sebastian and more...

10AUG

An empowering and exciting weekend of cinema to arrive at Watershed next month

An array of cinematic talent will arive in BS1 next month in a jam-packed programme designed to inspire. Taking over much-loved harbourside venue, Watershed, Cables & Cameras present 'INSPIRED' - a programme of VR workshops,...

10AUG

It's your last chance to visit Bristol Zoo Gardens before it closes permanently

It is your last chance to visit one of Bristol's oldest and most famous locations. On Saturday 3 September, the iconic Bristol Zoo Gardens will close permanently, meaning there is less than a month left to visit a venue that...

10AUG

What’s On: the grand reopening of SWX

After a devastating fire in July 2021 forced the Nelson Street venue to close, SWX was forced to shut its doors for 903 days dealing a huge blow to local live music fans. SWX is reopening on Thursday 1 September with...

9AUG

Getting to know Freestyle Bristol with Delroy Hibbert

To reignite our 'Getting to Know' series, last week we caught up Delroy Hibbert, Director of Community Interest Company Freestyle Bristol. In your own words, could you tell us who Freestyle Bristol are, and what you do? Freestyle...

9AUG

Tickets are back on sale for the upcoming Bristol Comic Con and Gaming Festival

Taking place at Ashton Gate Stadium in September, the ever-popular regular event will see hundreds flock to South Bristol to experience a range of exciting guests and exhibitors. Bristol Comic Con and Gaming Festival will return to the city...

9AUG

Spoken word, theatre and poetry night, 'Haunting Ashton Court', taking place next month

Catch an evening of spoken word, theatre and poetry performance in BS41 next month. On Thursday 29 September from 19:00 until 20:30, an array of talented performers, including Bristol artists Saili Katebe, Tom Marshman and...

9AUG

New York rapper Joey Bada$$ will be in Bristol in December

The acclaimed artist is heading on a five-date UK and Ireland tour to celebrate the tenth anniversary of his celebrated mixtape 1999 as well as his most recent full-length effort, 2000. Joey Bada$$ will visit O2 Academy Bristol...

8AUG

Catch four award winning short films at Watershed next week

Discover a selection of award winning short films in BS1 next week. On Thursday 18 August, Encounters Film Festival will be screening four short films at Watershed. Running from 19:00 until 20:00, each movie shown...

8AUG

Thatchers' Cider Open Day is back this September

In what looks set to be their biggest Open Day to date, Myrtle Farm will be opening its doors for a jam-packed day of music, tours, food and – of course – drinking. Myrtle Farm, home of Thatchers Cider, have been running open...

8AUG

The world’s biggest chicken wing festival is returning to Bristol in September

After an immensely successful debut last year, Bristol Wing Fest is returning to the South West to celebrate one of the world’s favourite meals - chicken wings. The festival will run between Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 September. Wing...

8AUG

Visual Impairment welcome day taking place at Arnolfini this month

Explore environmentally inspired art with special guided tours this month. On Monday 22 August, Arnolfini will be hosting a visual impairment welcome day in collaboration with Bristol Sight Loss Council and Sight Support,...

5AUG

Idle Hands launches crowdfunding campaign as the shop searches for new premesis

Support one of Bristol's best-loved record shops in finding new premises. Idle Hands will soon be vacating its City Road site, and to keep business ticking over as management hunts for a new place to call home, they have launched a crowdfunding...