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15JUN

Upcoming Bristol stage show mega hit wins big at this year’s Tony awards

Life of Pi, which comes to Bristol in January 2024, continued its award-winning success recently with a hattrick of wins at the 2023 Tony Awards.   Lolita Chakrabarti’s Life of Pi runs at The Bristol Hippodrome from Monday 15 to Saturday...
14JUN

Tickets running low for Family Tree at Tobacco Factory Theatres

Following a sell-out success on its opening night, theatre lovers are advised to act fast if they want to catch Mojisola Adebayo’s award-winning play live at the Southville theatre.   Family Tree runs at Tobacco Factory until Saturday...
14JUN

Dance away the Glastonbury FOMO blues with Glasto Not Glasto at Crofters Rights

With Glastonbury 2023 fast approaching and what seems like the whole of Bristol gearing up to go, it’s easy to get a serious case of FOMO, but have no fear because Erratic Batting have you sorted.   Erratic Batting’s Glasto Not...
14JUN

Bristol Neighbourhood Guide: Totterdown

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 back in South Bristol, taking...
13JUN

Look back at the magic of Bristol experimenters EP/64 with a special night of music and film

Next month at Strange Brew, join frontwoman Dali de Saint Paul and collaborators for the launch party of ‘EP/64-64’, a box set of recordings and images from the project's 64th and final concert.   This special ‘EP/64...
13JUN

Everything you need to know about Bristol Sounds 2023

Bristol Sounds 2023 will be lighting up the harbourside throughout next week with thousands of Bristolians flocking to see their musical heroes in action.   Taking place at Canon’s Marsh Amphitheatre, Bristol Sounds will run from Wednesday...
13JUN

Fountain sculpture set to appear in Bristol Cathedral from tomorrow

The brand-new installation, titled ‘Oil Fountain’, will be presented to the general public for the first time tomorrow amongst the grand interior of Bristol Cathedral.   Luke Jerram’s Oil Fountain will appear at Bristol Cathedral...
12JUN

Bristol Tattoo Convention returns next month

The seventh edition of the beloved gathering of ink enthusiasts will once more take place at Ashton Gate Stadium with hundreds of artists flocking to South Bristol.   Bristol Tattoo Convention 2023 runs at Ashton Gate Stadium, BS3 on Saturday...
12JUN

Last year’s Britain’s Got Talent winner is bringing his debut stand-up tour to Bristol

Later this year, reigning BGT champion Axel Blake is taking his brand-new show, ‘In Style’ around the UK with a new leg recently added due to phenomenal demand.   Axel Blake will perform ‘In Style’ at The Redgrave Theatre...
12JUN

In pictures: Bristol Craft Beer Fest 2023

Bristol Craft Beer Festival was back again this year, once again basking in the sunshine falling upon Canon's Marsh Amphitheatre. Brewers, volunteers, venue-owners and enthuiasts were all under one sky last Friday evening as they lapped up...
9JUN

Light show Beyond Submergence to offer special wellness classes

Squidsoup’s captivating exhibition, Beyond Submergence, is offering wellness experiences amidst their mesmerising light show.   Squidsoup’s, the famous Cheltenham-based art collective known for their light-based art and work alongside...
9JUN

Atlantan glam-rock goths to come to Thekla this year

Electrifying rock quartet Starbenders are making their way to Thekla this October as part of their highly anticipated headline UK tour.   Hailing from Atlanta, Starbenders are a rock-n-roll dream come true for every hard-luck dreamer...
9JUN

Soak up the sun at Bristol Craft Beer Festival this weekend

Taking place this evening and all day and night tomorrow, the ever-popular beer festival is back, bigger and better than ever with balmy weather predicted throughout the weekend.   Bristol Craft Beer Festival takes place at Canons Marsh Amphitheatre...
8JUN

Johannes Radebe brings his new show to the Hippodrome

TV dance sensation and international champion Johannes Radebe is bringing his brand-new production, Johannes Radebe: HOUSE OF JOJO, to Bristol next year. Following the tremendous success of his previous sell-out tours in the UK and Ireland, Johannes...
7JUN

The Charlatans are back in Bristol this year

Get ready to relive the glory days of Britpop as The Charlatans make their way to the O2 Academy Bristol on the 29th of November. After a slight delay due to the pandemic, the band is set to finally complete their 30th anniversary tour, which has...
7JUN

Review: Hunny Buzz at The Louisiana

Alpaca Presents are a fast-rising local-focused gig promoters, who’ve really impressed us with the breadth and quality of gigs they’ve been putting together – and last night at The Louisiana was no different. The Louisiana is always...
7JUN

Punk Rock Factory bring unexpected covers to SWX

Get ready to rock out with a punk twist as Punk Rock Factory brings their high-energy show to SWX Bristol on the 19th of October. Known for their unique punk renditions of popular songs, this time they've set their sights on a theme from...
6JUN

Renowned Sri Lankan restaurant announces return of 'Power Out' charity night

The Coconut Tree (TCT), the renowned Sri Lankan restaurant group, has announced the return of its fundraising event, 'Power Out Night,’ on June 8th. Following the incredible success of the first Power Out event held in March, where The Coconut...