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30MAY

Tickets on sale tomorrow for a seminal British singer-songwriter’s trip to Bristol

The mercurial Ben Howard will be playing in Bristol to celebrate ten years of his critically acclaimed UK number-one album, I Forget Where We Were.   Ben Howard will play Bristol Beacon’s Beacon Hall on Monday 28 October 2024.   ‘A...
30MAY

Just a week to go before Fat White Family arrive in Bristol

It’s not long until seminal South-Londoners Fat White Family arrive in Bristol – you’ve got until Saturday 8 June to pick up tickets, with just a few left. Fat White Family are a cult favourite, creative storm of a band, with live...
29MAY

Comedian and Ted Lasso star is bringing her brand-new show to Bristol

TV host, sketch comedian and actor Ellie Taylor will bring her new stand-up tour ‘Palavering!’ to the South West’s largest concert venue.   Ellie Taylor will perform at Bristol Beacon’s Beacon Hall on Thursday 24 April...
29MAY

Bristol Harbour Festival announce more stages - including brand new stage

Bristol Harbour Festival is back in just over a month, sailing into port on July 19, and they’ve just announced their second wave of performance areas – including a brand new stage.   This year, Bristol Harbour Festival will see...
29MAY

We The Curious & Bristol Film Festival team up for a series of sci-fi screenings

With the science centre reopening this summer, Bristol Film Festival have lined up a stellar series of space and sci-fi screenings at the We The Curious Planetarium.   Bristol Film Festival will screen an exciting roster of films at The Planetarium...
29MAY

Caribou to bring their eagerly anticipated worldwide tour to Bristol in 2025

The luminescent band, centred around Canadian composer, musician and recording artist Daniel Victor Snaith, have announced this tour off the back of the new single, ‘Honey’.   Caribou will play Bristol Beacon’s Beacon Hall...
29MAY

Bristol Local Food Fund makes £110,000 available to charities

Following the overwhelming success of the first edition of their Anti Banquet in February, the Bristol Local Food Fund (BLFF) opened applications for charities and community food projects to access £110,000 in funds. BLFF is a voluntary project...
28MAY

Full lineup announced for Skindred’s Bristol Sounds appearance

It’s time to crank up the volume because an exciting roster of supports have been announced as support for the UK ragga-metal heavyweights.   Skindred will play Bristol Sounds at Bristol Amphitheatre on Saturday 22 June 2024.   Joining...
28MAY

Charity behind Bristol Zoo Project pledge to save 97 endangered species

The project’s conservation and education charity has this month pledged to conserve and protect dozens of species on the brink of extinction all over the world.   Visit the Bristol Zoo Project to find out more about the ‘Reverse...
28MAY

What's on: June & July at 02 Academy

While there isn’t so much going on in June at the O2 Academy, July is a bumper month, so we’ve bundled them together for your convenience. Here’s what’s on this coming month (and next!) at one of Bristol’s biggest concert...
28MAY

The legendary Count Arthur Strong is finally saying goodbye

The legendary Count Arthur Strong is embarking on Part One of his much-anticipated farewell tour, this June at the Redgrave. With a blend of humour and heartfelt goodbyes, this promises to be an unforgettable experience for fans old and new. After...
24MAY

Last chance to enjoy the fruits of Mayfest

Bristol’s renowned international festival of contemporary theatre and live performances is back, curating a heart-filled gathering of artists from all over the world.   Mayfest runs across multiple Bristol venues until Sunday 26 May...
24MAY

Learn all about Bristol’s vibrant history with M Shed’s walking tours

Discover jaw dropping local tales of dramatic riots, Bristol’s role in the abolition movement, pirates, and secrets of the Old City – all on foot!   All walks begin at M Shed before embarking on a specially chosen route, along...
24MAY

Jack Dee has just been announced for a Bristol Beacon show

After two years of absence, celebrated comedian Jack Dee is coming back to Bristol for his new show, Small World.   Culture wars, the environment, British foreign policy and social justice: these are just a few of the topics that Jack spectacularly...
24MAY

Not long now until the world-famous Bristol Balloon Fiesta returns

With the weather improving, attentions in Bristol are beginning to turn towards the city’s jam-packed summer schedule – and one uplifting event in particular!   Bristol International Balloon Fiesta runs at Ashton Court Estate from...
23MAY

A US comedy heavyweight has announced a UK exclusive show in Bristol

Multi-award-winning, widely lauded comedian, actor, writer, and producer Jim Gaffigan has today announced a stand-alone UK show filled with exciting new material.   Jim Gaffigan’s ‘Barely Alive Tour’ will drop by Bristol...
23MAY

You’ve got a chance at redemption – Katy J Pearson is coming back

After her upcoming sold-out intimate gig at Strange Brew this month, Katy J Pearson is getting ready to return in style this November – don’t miss this chance again.   Katy J Pearson is a Bristolian singer-songwriter who combines...
23MAY

Still tickets left for The Wedding Present live in Bristol this Sunday

The legendary indie rockers are in the midst of an eagerly anticipated headline tour, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their seminal album, Watusi.   The Wedding Present will play Bristol’s Marble Factory on Sunday 26 May 2024.   Fans...