Home > Things to Do > Nightlife

Nightlife

As the sun sets over the harbour, the city comes alive with music, theatre, cinema, laughter, food and drink.

Theatre
Bristol Hippodrome offers the best in West End and Broadway productions, hosting the world premiere of Mary Poppins as well as highly acclaimed ballet performances.

Alternatively, watch award-winning theatre at The Tobacco Factory. Housed in a unique building, shows include the acclaimed 'Shakespeare at the Tobacco Factory', in-house productions and touring productions from some of the UK's most dynamic and exciting companies.

Cinema
Located on the harbourside, Watershed and Arnolfini offer a unique selection of world cinema.

Comedy Clubs
If you're in the mood for a laugh then take advantage of Bristol's growing variety of venues providing the best in sharp, new comedy. Jongleurs draws established stars and the big names of tomorrow.

Live Music
Colston Hall is Bristol's largest concert hall, and has hosted famous names from the Beatles to the Rolling Stones. The venue has a diverse range of shows and performers lined up throughout the year ahead.

St George's is one of the UK's finest concert halls, famed for its outstanding acoustics. There's something for everyone with a programme of jazz, world music, opera and classical concerts.

Check out our live music listing for a complete guide to Bristol's top venues.

Bars and Nightclubs
Bristol has an outstanding clubbing scene and regularly attracts top name DJs and acts. Bristol's main nightlife areas are around the harbourside, along Whiteladies Road and Park Street and Corn Street and the Old City. See Pubs and bars for top ideas.

Some of our favourite hangouts include The Elbow Room on Park Street and Walkabout, an Australian-themed bar/club in Corn Street. Oceana on the harbourside features 5 bars and 2 clubs all under one roof, or for the best cocktail mixologists, try Severnshed.