Big weekend ahead at Bristol's O2 Academy with 3 events in 3 nights
Posted on: 25 Jul 2019Bristol's favourite live music venue is set for one of its biggest weekends of the year as they prepare to host two huge parties on Friday 26th & Saturday 27th before welcoming award-winning country music star Lucinda Williams to play live on Sunday as part of the 2019 River Town festival.
Ramshackle // Friday 26th July
By far Bristol's biggest weekly club night, Ramshackle is a favourite among students and locals alike for obvious reasons. It's become something of a Bristolian music institution over the years, with events drawing thousands of people through the doors to party. Every Friday night, the O2 Academy Bristol is transformed into a party haven, with cheap drinks and huge tunes on the menu every week. Running from 10.30pm until the early hours this is one of the most popular parties in the city - don't miss it this weekend!
DXP19 Drag Explosion // Saturday 27th July
Hold on to your wigs, Bristol drag fans, as DXP19 rolls into town for one night of unforgettable performances from your favourite drag queens, plus so much more. Touring extensively throughout the summer thanks to an explosion in popularity for drag acts, expect an incredible night at the O2 in this one courtesy of Vanessa Vanjie, Brooke Lynn Hytes, Nina West, Morgan McMichaels, Meatball and Monique Heart!
Lucinda Williams live // Sunday 28th July
Bristol's annual roots and Americana festival, River Town, is back this summer with another six-week programme featuring an array of stellar acts fro the world of country music. Three-time Grammy-award-winner Lucinda Williams will be playing the O2 Academy at the end of the month as part of this year's festival, bringing her distinctive style of rock, blues and country to the city for what is certain to be an iconic performance.
Tickets for all of the above shows are available at the time of writing, but are expected to sell out in advance so head to the O2 Academy website to get yours now and avoid disappointment! For more information on the O2 Academy or to follow news and updates, check out their Facebook page.
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