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Family events in Bristol

Bristol is one of the most family-friendly cities in the UK, packed with activities, award-winning attractions and exciting family-friendly events to keep all ages entertained.

Browse our list of events below and find the perfect thing to keep your family entertained in the city.

For families on a budget, we also have a free things to do and free events page, so check them out too.

And if you are still looking for somewhwere to stay with the family, then scoot over to our family-friendly accommodation section and book a break in Bristol. You can browse different options, compare prices and book online.

Don’t forget to also check out our list of family-friendly things to do and plan your whole trip with the greatest of ease.

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Weekend Shuttle Service to Beeses with Bristol Ferry

Old City

Get to Beeses by boat on the weekend -
Beeses is without a doubt one of the most beautiful venues on Bristol's waterways - and there is no nicer way to get there than by boat!

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From:

28 Apr 2024to28 Apr 2024
Free Interactive Creativity Workshops at The LEGO® Store Bristol

Bristol Shopping Quarter

The LEGO Group is launches its latest series of free in-store workshops in partnership with pioneering creatives.

Dates

From:

28 Apr 2024to28 Apr 2024

Price
Free
Raising Cary Grant: The Bristol Footsteps of Archie Leach with Show of Strength

Harbourside

Follow in the footsteps of Cary Grant with Show of Strength's new tour

Dates

From:

30 Apr 2024to30 Apr 2024
Bristol Walk Fest 2024 Launch Event

Central Bristol

Celebrate the launch of Bristol Walk Fest 2024 with a walk on the Downs and an inspirational line-up of speakers at Ellis Brigham.

Dates

From:

1 May 2024to1 May 2024
North Somerset Walk Fest

North Somerset & the Mendips

Find out what walking activities are happening every day for this year's inaugural North Somerset Walk Fest!

Dates

From:

1 May 2024to31 May 2024
Bristol Walk Fest 2024 Launch Event

Central Bristol

Celebrate the launch of Bristol Walk Fest 2024 with a walk on the Downs and an inspirational line-up of speakers at Ellis Brigham.

Dates

From:

1 May 2024to1 May 2024
Bristol Walk Fest

Central Bristol

Bristol’s month-long walking festival offers a variety of ways explore the city and its surrounds on foot.

Dates

From:

1 May 2024to31 May 2024
Fish and Chips Trip with The Matthew

Harbourside

Enjoy a traditional meal of fish and chips during this leisurely afternoon or evening cruise around the harbour.

Dates

From:

1 May 2024to1 May 2024
Jekka's Herbetum Open Day

S Gloucestershire & the S Cotswolds

A wonderful opportunity to explore Jekka's Herbetum, an interactive experience of more than 400 culinary herbs

Dates

From:

3 May 2024to4 May 2024
Bristol Folk Festival

Bristol Folk Festival returns with a breath-taking line-up of UK and world artists for the May Bank Holiday weekend.

Dates

From:

3 May 2024to5 May 2024
Open Studios at Spike Island

Explore behind-the-scenes of the former Brooke Bond tea-packing factory, home to over 70 artists' studios.

Dates

From:

3 May 2024to5 May 2024
Preview Night: Spike Island Open Studios 2024

Central Bristol

Taking place the night before the Open Studios 2024 weekend on 3–5 May, this evening is an early chance for you to view the artists' studios.

Dates

From:

3 May 2024to3 May 2024

Price
Free
Bluey & Bingo at Avon Valley

North East Somerset

Bluey and her sister Bingo, from the hit animated television show Bluey, are set to make an appearance at Avon Valley as part of its bank holiday celebrations.

Dates

From:

4 May 2024to6 May 2024
Civil War Weekend at The Bishop's Palace

Bath

Join the Wardour Garrison at The Bishop's Palace. Come and see what the cooks are cooking, the games the soldiers are playing, and many other crafts around the encampment.

Dates

From:

4 May 2024to5 May 2024
Windmill Hill Market

South Bristol

Windmill Hill Market is a new Bristol market showcasing local creatives, food producers and other independent businesses, located in the heart of Bedminster.

Dates

From:

4 May 2024to4 May 2024
Flying Machines Art Workshop for Families at Goldfinch Create & Play

North Bristol

Goldfinch invites you to join them for a special Saturday event centered around exploring flying machines through junk modelling.

Dates

From:

4 May 2024to4 May 2024

Price
Guide Price From £7.00 Per Ticket
Fish and Chips Trip with The Matthew

Harbourside

Enjoy a traditional meal of fish and chips during this leisurely afternoon or evening cruise around the harbour.

Dates

From:

4 May 2024to4 May 2024
Start Archery Week at Mendip Activity Centre

North Somerset

Discover the archer in you! Join people across the UK embarking on a thrilling archery adventure this Start Archery Week.

Dates

From:

4 May 2024to12 May 2024
Pucklechurch Scarecrow Trail at St Thomas a Becket Church

S Gloucestershire & the S Cotswolds

Join the Bank Holiday Scarecrow Trail in the picturesque village of Pucklechurch

Dates

From:

5 May 2024to5 May 2024

Price
Guide Price From £1.00 to £5.00 Per Ticket
Weekend Shuttle Service to Beeses with Bristol Ferry

Old City

Get to Beeses by boat on the weekend -
Beeses is without a doubt one of the most beautiful venues on Bristol's waterways - and there is no nicer way to get there than by boat!

Dates

From:

5 May 2024to5 May 2024

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