Things to do in Bristol today
Find events, gigs, family activities and free things to do in Bristol today.
Current events and activities in Bristol
- Halloween screenings with Bristol Film Festival
2026 marks Bristol FIlm Festival's tenth anniversary, so they've made it a Halloween season to remember.
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- Dear Zoo at Redgrave Theatre
At the Redgrave Theatre, audiences are invited to watch as the beloved story Dear Zoo comes to life on stage. In this charming production, the characters write to the zoo - but which animal will be delivered?
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- Maple Magic - family event at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum
Head to Forestry England's Westonbirt, The National Arboretum to enjoy a magical variety of maple leaf discovery, leaf watching and crafts. Based in the Learning Centre, bring the children to design their own leaf crown
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- Maple Magic at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum
Head to Forestry England's Westonbirt, The National Arboretum to enjoy a magical variety of maple leaf discovery, leaf watching and crafts. Based in the Learning Centre, bring the children to design their own leaf crown
Check official times at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum
- 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
- 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
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- 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.
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- 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
- 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.
19:30-21:30 at Bristol Hippodrome
- Player Development Camps with Bristol Bears Foundation
Bristol Bears Foundation October Half Term Player Development Camps 2026 Bristol Bears Foundation's popular Player Development Camps return for the October half term, offering an action-packed week of rugby, skills devel
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- Ocean Film Festival at Redgrave Theatre
Climb aboard for a night of ocean adventure! The Ocean Film Festival World Tour features a new collection of the world's most incredible ocean films!
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- 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
- Wildwood
After her baby brother is abducted by a murder of crows, headstrong teenager Prue McKeel (Peyton Elizabeth Lee) launches a desperate rescue mission into the Impassable Wilderness an enchanted forest hidden just beyond Portland, Oregon.
16:30-18:30 at Showcase Bristol Avonmeads
- Wildwood
After her baby brother is abducted by a murder of crows, headstrong teenager Prue McKeel (Peyton Elizabeth Lee) launches a desperate rescue mission into the Impassable Wilderness an enchanted forest hidden just beyond Portland, Oregon.
19:15-21:15 at Scott Cinema Bristol
- Wildwood
After her baby brother is abducted by a murder of crows, headstrong teenager Prue McKeel (Peyton Elizabeth Lee) launches a desperate rescue mission into the Impassable Wilderness an enchanted forest hidden just beyond Portland, Oregon.
19:30-21:30 at Everyman Bristol
- The Academy of Mischief & Magic at Puxton Park
Join the Wizard Academy this Half Term at Puxton Park! From 26 October - 1 November, Puxton Park is transforming into a world of spells, surprises, and wizardry.
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- Orphan
1957\. In Budapest, after the uprising against the Communist regime, a young Jewish boy, Andor, raised by his mother with idealised tales of his deceased father, has his world turned upside down when a man appears, claiming to be his true father.
19:30-21:30 at Scott Cinema Bristol
- Harbour Trips on The Matthew
Enjoy a cruise around Floating Harbour on board The Matthew and experience our beautiful city from the water on this 45-minute round trip.
Check official times at The Matthew of Bristol
How to find something worth doing today
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.
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