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Things to do in Bristol this weekend

Weekend events, nights out, family picks and free things to do in Bristol.

Current events and activities in Bristol

  1. Di Voci Women's Choir at Bristol Cathedral

    Join Di Voci, the award-winning women's choir from Altrincham, Greater Manchester, for an inspiring programme of choral music. Established in 2007, the choir has become known for its beautiful sound, welcoming spirit, an

    Check official times at Bristol Cathedral

  2. Beethoven Now at Bristol Beacon

    Delve into the life of Beethoven with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra on Sunday 1 November. Enjoy readings, performances, discussion and debate at Bristol Beacon and learn more about the man behind some of the most fa

    Check official times at Bristol Beacon

  3. One Man Poe at Tobacco Factory Theatres

    In Bristol for two nights only, ahead of its sold out West End debut! The perfect Halloween theatre experience. Renowned as the 'Godfather of Gothic Horror', Edgar Allan Poe was a pioneer in establishing the horror genre

    Check official times at Tobacco Factory Theatres

  4. Fireworks spectacular at De Vere Tortworth Court

    A fabulous evening of tasty treats, music, funfair and fireworks set to music! Head along to the beautiful Tortworth Court on Saturday 1 November.

    Check official times at De Vere Tortworth Court

  5. Halloween Party at No.1 Harbourside

    Join No.1 Harbourside for a Day of the Dead celebration with Mariachi Beach: a fiery Mariachi band, with original material and a blend of Ltino and party numbers for a festival vibe. Come for the high energy, explosive f

    Check official times at No.1 Harbourside

  6. Halloween screenings with Bristol Film Festival

    2026 marks Bristol FIlm Festival's tenth anniversary, so they've made it a Halloween season to remember.

    Check official times at Averys Wine Merchants

  7. Thursday Comedy for a Fiver at The Gaffe

    Looking for a good time and a hilarious night out to end the working week? You've come to the right place. The Gaffe (Chortle's West and Wales Best Comedy Venue 2026) brings the best acts from across the South West and t

    Check official times at The Gaffe Comedy Club

  8. The Shade Pullers & Lash Stackers Social Club at The Wardrobe Theatre

    The drag show within a drag show, presented by Harry Humberstone and Roxytocin. Hapless 81-year-old Paul Marsden has been running this northern working men's club since the 1970's.

    Check official times at The Wardrobe Theatre

  9. The Grand Organ Festival at Bristol Cathedral

    Bristol Cathedral's historic organ has returned to full voice following 18 months of meticulous restoration. Throughout 2026, they're pulling out all the stops for a year-long celebration of music, craftsmanship, and dis

    Check official times at Bristol Cathedral

  10. Pumpkin Patch Nights at Avon Valley Adventure & Wildlife Park

    When the sun goes down, the patch lights up at Avon Valley for an evening packed with a gourd-geous autumn atmosphere, smashing pumpkins and Halloween fun.

    Check official times at Avon Valley Adventure Park

  11. Pumpkin Patch Nights at Avon Valley Adventure Park

    When the sun goes down, the patch lights up at Avon Valley for an evening packed with a gourd-geous autumn atmosphere, smashing pumpkins and Halloween fun.

    Check official times at Avon Valley Adventure Park

  12. Halloween Fundraiser at The Old Market Assembly

    Party for a good cause! This Halloween fundraiser for The Freedom Theatre, Palestine, & Clowns without Borders. LOVEBOAT Rude Buoys are a TREAT not to be missed!

    Check official times at Midland Road

  13. Back To The Future The Musical

    Strap in for the smash hit Back to the Future The Musical, landing as part of its first ever UK tour. Winner of Best New Musical at the Olivier Awards, WhatsOnStage Awards and Broadway World Awards.

    14:30-16:30 at Bristol Hippodrome

  14. Flight Club's Halloween Haunted House Party

    This Halloween, Flight Club becomes Fright Club, swapping its usual Social Darts for something a little more sinister, transforming into a Haunted House Party for one big day of Social Darts®, DJs, fancy dress and fr

    Check official times at Flight Club

  15. MHITR Halloween at DOCUMENT

    Hedex brings My Home Is The Rave to Document this Halloween! Hedex & Eksman lead the charge as DOCUMENT is transformed into a full-scale Halloween rave, powered by the mighty Raze Soundsystem and featuring a huge lineup

    Check official times at Pennywell Road

  16. The Coconut Tree's Spice Challenge at The Coconut Tree Bristol Harbourside

    The TCT Spice Challenge at The Coconut Tree Those who think they can handle the heat can put their taste buds to the test with The TCT Spice Challenge at The Coconut Tree, running from 24 September to 31 October 2026.

    Check official times at Broad Quay

  17. Halloween Masquerade at The Granary Club

    Halloween events in Bristol don't get much more atmospheric than this. Step behind the mask at The Granary Club for a Halloween Masquerade filled with cocktails, music and mystery after dark.

    Check official times at Old City

  18. PTS Halloween at Strange Brew

    Head to Strange Brew for this Halloween party, featuring UK dance music behemoth Pearson Sound, Mzansi Bass vanguardist Shannen SP, Brussels ' most-blunted Iced Lattina, and a special warm-up bestie2bestie from fig & met

    Check official times at Strange Brew

Build a weekend around one strong booking

Plan your visit to Bristol. Discover live music, theatre, family days out, food, festivals and local things to do around Harbourside, Clifton, Stokes Croft, Bedminster and nearby Bristol.

Choose fixed-time bookings first, then combine nearby attractions rather than crossing the city between stops. Confirm opening hours and access information with the venue before travelling.

  • Book limited-capacity events first
  • Group activities by area
  • Keep one free or open-daily backup