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18AUG

An alternative cult hero is heading to Strange Brew for a special joint headline show

Best known for his previous bands Felt and Denim, Lawrence’s Mozart Estate and Half Japanese will be joining forces next month for an epic night of lo-fi rock.   Mozart Estate and Half Japanese will play Bristol’s Strange Brew...
18AUG

Experience the magic of Thomas Hardy’s classic Tess D’Urbervilles in Bristol this Autumn

Presented by Ockham’s Razor, the UK’s foremost circus theatre company, this bold feminist reimagining of Hardy’s legendary novel is touring the UK between October and April 2024.   Ockham Razor’s Tess will take over...
18AUG

A roar-some Jurassic Park experience is coming to the Aquarium

Get ready for a unique cinematic adventure that merges the allure of cinema with the marvels of the aquatic world as Bristol Aquarium invites you to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Jurassic Park! Mark your calendar for Friday, September 1st, as...
17AUG

Review: The Ocean at the End of the Lane at The Bristol Hippodrome

"Just too good to put into words"   When you tell others about your childhood and where you grew up, you don’t tend to include immortal made-up families and terrible extradimensional monsters in your telling. Unless you’re...
17AUG

Alt pop star Baby Queen is coming to Bristol in November

Having recently announced the release of her eagerly anticipated debut album Quarter Life Crisis, Baby Queen is embarking on a lengthy UK tour – including an autumnal Bristol show.   Baby Queen will play Bristol’s Trinity Centre...
17AUG

Shrek The Musical is sweeping through Bristol next week

Prepare yourself for a breathtaking new production of an award-winning West End hit featuring all your favourite characters and songs from the classic DreamWorks movie.   Shrek The Musical will run at The Bristol Hippodrome from Tuesday 22...
16AUG

Review: Boardmasters 2023

What a weekend! From the sparkling sea views to the stunning line-up, Boardmasters offered a spectacular summer escape – even if we were the oldest people there by about a decade.   We arrived on Friday in time to soak up the sunny atmosphere...
16AUG

Ashton Gate will host its first ever Six Nations fixture next year

The Red Roses are returning to South Bristol in March for another exciting clash against Wales in the Women’s Six Nations next Spring.   England Women will play Wales Women at Ashton Gate Stadium on Saturday 30 March 2024.   Hosting...
16AUG

Bristol Neighbourhood Guide: Ashton & Long Ashton

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, after a brief break from these pieces,...
15AUG

Transport yourselves to the golden age of disco with a new weekly night at Antix

The popular late-night venue have announced an exciting new 70s and 80s club night, celebrating all things cheese and beyond, with plenty of perks on offer.   Kicking off tonight (Tuesday 15 August 2023) and set to take place every Tuesday,...
15AUG

Experience the music of The Avengers and Beyond in Bristol this autumn

From the producers of The Music of Zimmer vs Williams and The Music of Lord of the Rings and Beyond comes a night of spine-tingling moments, presented by BBC Radio 1’s Ali Plumb.   Symphonic Universe – The Music of The Avengers...
15AUG

REMINDER: Bristol Vegan Fayre returns next month

Celebrating VegFest’s 20-year anniversary of organising groundbreaking vegan festivals with a massive FREE party right in the heart of Bristol.   VegFest UK’s Bristol Vegan Fayre will take place at Document, Pennywell Lane on Saturday...
14AUG

Get dancefloor ready with Bristol Northern Soul Club’s new dance workshops

With their monthly club nights at The Old Market Assembly fast becoming one of Bristol’s favourites, Bristol Northern Soul Club have expanded their horizons with brand new regular workshops.   Taking place between 7 PM and 10 PM every...
14AUG

PiL share explosive new album ahead of eagerly anticipated Bristol show

Having been at the forefront of musical innovation for 45 years, post-punk mainstays Public Image Ltd last week released their eleventh studio album, End of World.   Public Image Ltd will drop by O2 Academy Bristol on Thursday 28 September...
14AUG

The South West’s largest Oktoberfest is coming to Bristol

It may still be August but October is fast approaching and it may be the right time to start planning exciting events to shake away those autumnal blues with Oktoberfest coming at just the right time.   Bristol Oktoberfest will run at Canon’s...
11AUG

One of the UK’s top football podcasts is back touring the UK – and it’s coming to Bristol!

Back later this year due to overwhelming public demand, award-winning podcast The Guardian Football Weekly is coming to Bristol, featuring the beloved podcast’s unique take on the beautiful game.   The Guardian Football Weekly live...
11AUG

Tickets are on sale now for elderly grime duo’s Marble Factory show

South-East London’s finest rap double act Pete & Bas are back with brand new music and an upcoming UK tour dubbed ‘Smash Your Back Doors In’.   Pete & Bas will play Bristol’s Marble Factory on Friday 24 November...
11AUG

The Hives are back in Bristol following a smash hit appearance earlier this year

Fresh from a massive UK and European tour with Arctic Monkeys (which kicked off with a show at Ashton Gate, BS3), the band are heading on their own run of UK and Ireland shows.   The Hives will drop by O2 Academy Bristol on Tuesday 2 April...