What's On in Bristol

Arnolfini

Contemporary exhibitions on the harbourside, with a well-stocked bookshop and a cafe-bar where you can linger over coffee by the water.

Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

A grand Edwardian museum with Egyptian galleries, Bristol art and a famous gypsy moth plane in the foyer, free to enter.

Royal West of England Academy (RWA)

Bristol's oldest art gallery, in a grand Victorian building, with rotating exhibitions and the much-loved Annual Open each autumn.

Bath Oktoberfest 2026 - Saturday afternoon Session

A Saturday afternoon session of German-style food, beer and festive atmosphere, a lively daytime outing with friends.

eat:Portishead festival of local food and drink

A seaside celebration of local food and drink producers, ideal for sampling regional flavours and chatting with the makers.

Harbourside Market

Street food, local produce and makers along the waterfront, making for an easy weekend wander with the harbour as backdrop.

St Nicholas Market

A covered market in the Georgian Exchange, with independent stalls and the Glass Arcade's street food under one historic roof.

Tobacco Factory Sunday Market

A proper neighbourhood market with bread, cheese, veg and vintage finds, plus a coffee at the Tobacco Factory bar afterwards.

Ashton Court parkrun

A timed 5km through the deer park; walk, jog or volunteer alongside a friendly crowd of all ages.

Ashton Court Estate

Wander 850 acres of parkland, deer and woodland paths, then warm up with a cup of tea at the estate cafe.

Blaise Castle Estate

Wander the gorge and woodland to the folly castle, then browse the free museum of everyday Bristol life in Blaise House.

Bristol Ferry Boats

Hop aboard the yellow-and-blue ferries for a relaxed autumn view of the floating harbour from the water.

Bristol Zoo Project (Wild Place)

Giraffes, bears and wolves along level woodland paths, an easy and rewarding outing for grandparents and grandchildren together.

Cabot Tower & Brandon Hill

Climb the 1897 tower for sweeping views over the harbour and Clifton, then rest on a bench among the park's gardens.

Tyntesfield (National Trust)

A Victorian Gothic mansion with autumn-tinted grounds, a kitchen garden, a chapel and a proper tea room to finish.

Katherine Ryan - Firstborn Daughter

Sharp, confident stand-up from the much-loved comedian, drawing on family life and motherhood, on a Friday night at the Redgrave.

She's Got the SHIB- SHIB: Sudanese Youth Comedy Drama

A lively community comedy drama from young Sudanese performers, offered for one Saturday only at a welcoming neighbourhood theatre.

St Werburghs City Farm Autumn Fair 2026

A community autumn fair in an orchard setting at the much-loved city farm, with a friendly, seasonal atmosphere for all ages.

Dance Fitness Fiesta, Bath ~ NOV 2026

A lively November dance-fitness party in Bath, with easy-to-follow routines and plenty of smiles.

Senior Fencing Classes!

Try something new with a fencing class designed for older beginners, offering gentle exercise and good company.

Sunday Striders FREE Run Club

A friendly, no-cost Sunday run club where you can set your own pace and meet fellow active locals.

Bristol Language Exchange

A sociable meet-up to practise languages with friendly locals, whether you're brushing up school French or trying something new.

Connecting in Neighbourhoods: Free Community Development Training

Free training for anyone keen to strengthen their neighbourhood, with practical ideas for getting involved and making local connections.

The Street Where You Live

An intimate Tuesday performance at Clifton's much-loved pub theatre, ideal for anyone who enjoys small-scale, character-driven storytelling.

Revival - A Tribute To Abba

Sparkling costumes and all the Abba hits, from Dancing Queen to Waterloo, played with real affection for the originals.

Skids + Theatre Of Hate

Two celebrated post-punk bands share one bill, with Skids' anthemic hits sure to bring back plenty of memories.

The Bohemians - A Tribute To Queen

A lively tribute to Queen's greatest anthems, ideal for singing along with friends to Bohemian Rhapsody and other favourites.

The Wurzels Xmas Show

West Country favourites bring their cider-fuelled singalong humour to a festive show, perfect for a group Christmas outing.

Sh!tfaced Shakespeare: Romeo & Juliet

A riotous, tipsy take on Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, with one cast member drinking throughout. Good fun for those who enjoy irreverent theatre.

Christmas Cocktails & Canapes

A festive tasting session pairing seasonal cocktails with canapés, a sociable way to start the Christmas season.

Papas day of the dead pop up

A colourful Day of the Dead food pop-up offering something a little different for adventurous diners.

Forbidden Worlds Film Festival: The Big Scream - European Slaycation

The final days of Bristol's genre film festival, with a big-screen European horror-comedy showcase for those who enjoy a good shiver.

Bristol 1904 Arts presents - Doris (The Girl Next Door)

A one-off Friday performance in the atmospheric surroundings of the Red Lodge Museum, a Tudor house with a wonderful historic setting.

A Taste of Spain on a boat

A Friday dining experience afloat in the marina, with Spanish flavours to enjoy beside the water.

LENE LOVICH UK 2026 TOUR - BRISTOL

A chance to see the singular new-wave voice behind Lucky Number live in an intimate Bristol room, on a Friday or Saturday evening.

Free Women's Theatre Workshops: Intermediate/Advanced

Free theatre workshops for women with some experience, offering a friendly, creative space to keep developing your stagecraft.

Play It Back - Playback Theatre Workshop

A welcoming playback theatre workshop where real-life stories are acted out spontaneously, ideal for anyone curious about improvised performance.

North Somerset Show Ground Fireworks & Funfair 2026

A Saturday evening of fireworks and funfair rides just outside the city, with plenty to entertain grandchildren.

Stories and Crafts with Yasmeen Ismail

A Sunday session of storytelling and making with a children's author and illustrator, ideal for an afternoon out with the grandchildren.

Story & Art Club with Colourful Minds

Alpha Course

A relaxed Sunday gathering over coffee to explore big questions about life and faith in friendly, welcoming company.

Thurs 10.15am Strong & Stable Oldbury-on-Severn Memorial Hall

A Thursday morning strength and balance class in a village hall, pitched at keeping you steady, supple and sociable.

A Morning of Stories for Black History Month | Bradley Stoke Library

A morning of storytelling at the local library, marking Black History Month in a relaxed, welcoming setting that suits all ages.

Bristol Board Game Night - with Bristol Language Exchange!

A sociable evening of board games alongside the Bristol Language Exchange, a easy way to make new friends and practise languages.

For The Beatniks - A Poetry Club Night

A friendly poetry club night for listening, sharing and meeting fellow lovers of the spoken word.

Pottery and Pints: pottery class to meet new people in Bristol

A hands-on pottery session in a historic Bristol street, ideal for making something lovely while meeting new people.

Southern Africa Christmas Market 2026

A festive market with Southern African crafts, food and gifts, ideal for an early browse for something a little different.

Enjoy The Silence UK (A Tribute To Depeche Mode)

A polished tribute to Depeche Mode, with synth-pop classics played faithfully for fans who remember them first time round.

Fleetingwood Mac

A tribute band revisiting Fleetwood Mac's classic songs, from Rumours favourites to later hits, ideal for lifelong fans.

Gaz Brookfield & The Company Of Thieves - Xmas Show

A festive singalong from a much-loved Bristol-area folk-rock storyteller and his band, full of warmth, humour and seasonal cheer.

Nirvana UK

A tribute act playing the grunge anthems of the early 1990s, for those who fancy a nostalgic night out.

Wham!Duran

A nostalgic night of Wham! and Duran Duran hits, performed live by tribute acts for an 80s singalong.

What Would Dolly Do?

A country-flavoured tribute to Dolly Parton's songbook, with plenty of familiar hits to hum along to.

Spooky Silent Disco @ Bristol Museum

A playful Halloween evening among the museum's galleries, dancing to headphone music on Friday 30 October. Great fun for those who like a quirky night out.

Ed Patrick: Numb and Number

A stand-up show from Ed Patrick in the intimate theatre room above the Alma Tavern, Clifton, on a Friday evening.

Terry's: An American Tragedy About Cars, Customers, and Selling Cars to Customers

A madcap comic play set on a car forecourt, staged over two evenings at the Wardrobe Theatre in the Old Market area.

Firework Night Fundraiser at Imperial Sports Ground!

A Bonfire Night fundraiser on Friday 6 November, with fireworks for the whole family and a chance to support a local cause.

John Hegley: Biscuit of Destiny

The beloved poet and songster brings his gentle, witty verse and singalong silliness to the Wardrobe Theatre in early November.

Family Theatre @ Yate Library: Jack and the Beanstalk (Sort Of)

A playful, quirky retelling of the classic tale in a friendly library setting, perfect for a Saturday out with grandchildren.

Fireworks Fiesta 2026

A parkland fireworks evening on 7 November, a sociable way to enjoy the season with the grandchildren.

Danny Hart - Won't Sit Down

A live show at the Redgrave Theatre on Sunday 15 November, with a seat waiting for you in a friendly, intimate setting.

Have we been here before? Lessons from history

A thought-provoking talk at Watershed exploring what the past can teach us about today, with plenty to discuss afterwards.

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience @ Bristol

A comic dining show where the chaos of Fawlty Towers meets a three-course meal, perfect for a festive night out.

Dick Whittington

A traditional festive pantomime with boos, cheers and plenty of fun, perfect for a grandparent-and-grandchild outing in December.