Music and nightlife
Bristol is home to an impressive mix of musical talent and attracts a great number of well-known musicians from outside the area. From major stadium concerts, rock bands and jazz nights, to classical performances, solo singers and acoustic entertainment, Bristol has a huge number of live music venues each boasting an exciting line-up of forthcoming events to entertain you during your time in the city.
As for the nightlife, Bristol is famed for its energy and atmosphere, a beacon for revellers travelling from across the region. Packed with great theatres, concert venues, cinemas, clubs and pubs, the city has an unrivalled buzz throughout the year.
And we're not just saying the Bristol is a great night out - we can even prove it... Bristol City Centre has been awarded, for two years running, the prestigious national Purple Flag as a well-managed and vibrant place to visit and enjoy.
Live music and nightlife venues
Arnolfini
As well as being one of Europe's top contemporary art galleries, the Arnolfini also puts on an eclectic and diverse range of live music
Victoria Rooms
University of Bristol's Department of Music and a grand concert hall, with many classical events held throughout the year
The Tobacco Factory Theatre
A popular theatre and café bar in Bedminster, with a programme of touring and in-house productions, childrens' and music events
Colston Hall Bristol
Enjoy concerts and entertainment by major pop, rock, classical, leftfield and stand up comedy artists in this magnificent concert hall
St George's Bristol
One of the country's finest music venues, offering the best in classical, chamber, world, folk, blues and jazz
Live music and nightlife events
This Month
Americana / Bluegrass: The Kennedys and The Carrivick Sisters at St George's Bristol
A red-hot double-bill of country-rock and bluegrass from The Kennedys and The Carrivick Sisters
Music: Steve Earle and The Dukes at Colston Hall
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24th May 2013-24th May 2013Grammy-Award winning, Steve Earle and his talented band put on an extensive live show filled with old favourites and...
Bristol VegFest 2013
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Bristol VegFest 2013
24th May 2013-26th May 2013VegfestUK Bristol will be celebrating its tenth birthday in style in 2013 with a 3 day festival in central Bristol.
Love Saves The Day Festival
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25th May 2013-25th May 2013A great one day festival right here in the heart of Bristol….
Love Saves Sunday Festival
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26th May 2013-26th May 2013Brand new sunday music festival, Love Saves Sunday arrives, due to the huge popularity of its Saturday sister festival, Love...
Sodbury Jazz Festival
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31st May 2013-2nd Jun 2013Populare Jazz Festival In Chipping Sodbury
Classical: Elias String Quartet at St George's Bristol
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31st May 2013-31st May 2013The Elias String Quartet continue their landmark journey through Beethoven’s String Quartets with three more from the...
Next Month
Sodbury Jazz Festival
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31st May 2013-2nd Jun 2013Populare Jazz Festival In Chipping Sodbury
Music: Elvis Costello at Colston Hall
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2nd Jun 2013-2nd Jun 2013Following his sell out tour last year, Elvis Costello will bring the Spectacular Spinning Songbook back to Colston Hall...
Music: Project Zulu at Colston Hall
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6th Jun 2013-6th Jun 2013Project Zulu area an extraordinary, award-winning ensemble of singing, drumming and dancing children from Sithobelumthetho...
The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain at St George's Bristol
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6th Jun 2013-6th Jun 2013The all-singing, all-strumming ensemble return to St George's
Music: Friday Night Live with John Cooper Clarke at Colston Hall
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7th Jun 2013-7th Jun 2013John Cooper Clarke, the undisputed poet laureate of punk, performs his trademark satirical verse. With special guests: Simon...
Let's Rock Bristol 2013
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8th Jun 2013-8th Jun 2013A family-friendly music festival with legends from the 80s at Blaise Castle Estate.
Classical: Bristol Metropolitan Orchestra at St George's Bristol
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8th Jun 2013-8th Jun 2013An evening of stunning European classical music with Bristol Metropolitan Orchestra
Classical: Stringfever at St George's Bristol
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9th Jun 2013-9th Jun 2013With electric instruments and live beat-boxing, the worlds first genetically modified string quartet entertain crowds at St...
Comedy: Sandi Thom at Colston Hall
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13th Jun 2013-13th Jun 2013Sandi Thom is touring with the release of her superb new album, Flesh and Blood
Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells For Two at St George's Bristol
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13th Jun 2013-13th Jun 2013Daniel Holdsworth and Aidan Roberts recreate the sound of prog rock's 1973 masterpiece with just four hands, four feet, and...
Classical: Opera Project La Traviata at St George's Bristol
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14th Jun 2013-14th Jun 2013La Traviata, a powerful story of love and honour.
Concert: Viva Vivaldi! Bristol Choral Society at Bristol Cathedral
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15th Jun 2013-15th Jun 2013Bristol's renowned choir presents a feast of Vivaldi in the glorious setting of Bristol Cathedral
Classical:Bristol Concert Orchestra Last Night of the Proms at St George's Bristol
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15th Jun 2013-15th Jun 2013Union flags at the ready - this summer concert is a Last Night of The Proms affair!
Concert: Blondie at Westonbirt Arboretum
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21st Jun 2013-21st Jun 2013Blondie in concert at Westonbirt Arboretum in June 2013
Concert: The Wurzels at The Grand Pier
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21st Jun 2013-21st Jun 2013Due to popular demand, West-Country favourite, The Wurzels are back on the Grand Pier this June.
Concert: Paloma Faith at Westonbirt Arboretum
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22nd Jun 2013-22nd Jun 2013Paloma Faith in concert at Westonbirt Arboretum in June 2013. Tickets on Sale Friday 18th January 2013
WOMAD at Bristol Zoo Gardens
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22nd Jun 2013-22nd Jun 2013Bristol Zoo Gardens teams up with the WOMAD festival for a unique concert this summer
Concert: Bristol Bach Choir at St Mary Redcliffe
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22nd Jun 2013-22nd Jun 2013Bristol Bach Choir present choral gems ancient and modern.
The Clifton International Festival of Music at Clifton Cathedral
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22nd Jun 2013-30th Jun 2013The inaugural Clifton International Festival of Music, the home of Bristol’s most exciting classical music event of the...
Music: The Moody Blues at the Bristol Hippodrome
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23rd Jun 2013-23rd Jun 2013The Moody Blues come to Bristol as part of their new UK tour for 2013.
July
Concert: The Three Degrees at The Grand Pier
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5th Jul 2013-5th Jul 2013The Three Degrees will return to Weston-super-Mare to perfrom at The Grand Pier as part of their 50th anniversary tour.
St Paul's Afrikan Caribbean Carnival
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Carnival Date
6th Jul 2013-6th Jul 2013This much-loved community carnival promises more music, dance and colourful costumes than ever before.
Classical: BSO Classical Extravaganza at Colston Hall
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12th Jul 2013-12th Jul 2013Enjoy an extravagant night out as Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra perform a selection of the best ever classical music!
Bristol Pride Day Festival 2013
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Pride Day
13th Jul 2013-13th Jul 2013A celebration of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community in Bristol.
Concert: Amici at Tyntesfield
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13th Jul 2013-13th Jul 2013An a capella choir, Amici, will perform in the chapel at National trust property, Tyntesfield.
Goldney Gala – a secret city festival in aid of Sue Ryder Care
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13th Jul 2013-13th Jul 2013The magical Goldney Hall is home to one of the oldest quartz grottos in the UK and is only open to the public once a year....
Concert: Jessie J at Westonbirt Arboretum
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19th Jul 2013-19th Jul 2013Jessie J plus special guests in concert at Westonbirt Arboretum in June 2013.
Concert: Paul Weller at Westonbirt Arboretum
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20th Jul 2013-20th Jul 2013Paul Weller in concert at Westonbirt Arboretum in July 2013
Concert: Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra at Westonbirt Arboretum
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Concert
21st Jul 2013-21st Jul 2013Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra in concert at Westonbirt Arboretum in July 2013.
Concert: The Drifters at the Bristol Hippodrome
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24th Jul 2013-24th Jul 2013The Drifters are back on the road in the UK performing both the classic hits from the last six decades and their superb new...
Bristol Harbour Festival
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26th Jul 2013-28th Jul 2013Bristol's liveliest and largest Harbourside event
August
Treefest Festival at Westonbirt Arboretum
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Treefest
24th Aug 2013-26th Aug 2013Westonbirt's signature summer event with music, crafts and lots of trees!
September
Brisfest 2013
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Festival Dates
21st Sep 2013-22nd Sep 2013A celebration of Bristol culture, inspiring passion and creativity. A music and arts festival showcasing South West talent...
October
Bristol Day of the Dead Halloween Festival
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26th Oct 2013-26th Oct 2013Bristol Day Of The Dead Halloween Festival showcases live bands, dance groups, DJs and all the fun of Halloween but with a...
November
Music: Billy Bragg at Colston Hall
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20th Nov 2013-20th Nov 2013Billy Bragg is coming to Colston Hall, touring his new Album, Tooth & Nail, his first studio album for over five years


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