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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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BRICKLIVE Ocean Sculpture Trail at Bristol Zoo Gardens

Dive into a world of ocean animals this summer with this brick sculpture trail.

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From:

14 July 2020to6 Sept 2020
Drive-In Movies at Ashton Gate Stadium

Ashton

Ashton Gate have teamed up with Skylight Cinema to offer a safe and enjoyable night out at the movies, with visitors enjoying family friendly films from the comfort and safety of their car in the Winterstoke Road car park.

Dates

From:

24 July 2020to25 July 2020
Boleyns - Tudor Re-enactors at Berkeley Castle

Gloucestershire

Meet the royal couple along with their entourage of loyal ladies-in-waiting and noble gentlemen. Enjoy the spectacle of Tudor dancing in the Great Hall!

Dates

From:

26 July 2020to26 July 2020
Utilita Live From The Drive-In: Bristol

Patchway

A summer programme of drive-in events is coming to Bristol.

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From:

27 July 2020to6 Sept 2020
Avon Gorge Trips with Bristol Ferry

Harbourside

Marvel at the stunning scenery on Bristol's doorstep - join Bristol Ferries for this exciting cruise down the magnificent Avon Gorge.

Dates

From:

29 July 2020to29 July 2020
Summer Camp Site at Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park

Don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to camp inside one of the South West’s best attraction!

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From:

31 July 2020to30 Aug 2020
Bristol International Balloon Fiesta

North Somerset & the Mendips

The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is Europe’s largest annual meeting of hot air balloons, attracting over 130 hot air balloons from across the globe. The Fiesta truly is a sight that can only be seen in Bristol.

Dates

From:

1 Aug 2020to14 Aug 2020
Jekka's Charity 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:

1 Aug 2020to1 Aug 2020
Avon Gorge Trips with Bristol Ferry

Harbourside

Marvel at the stunning scenery on Bristol's doorstep - join Bristol Ferries for this exciting cruise down the magnificent Avon Gorge.

Dates

From:

1 Aug 2020to1 Aug 2020
Jekka's Charity Open Day

S Gloucestershire & the S Cotswolds

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

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From:

2 Aug 2020to2 Aug 2020
Pop Up Paradise Eco Camping

Chew Magna

In the void created by the cancellation of most festivals, a new eco campsite has sprung onto the scene: Pop Up Paradise. It opens on 4 August and runs until 31 August, alongside Chew Valley Lake.

Dates

From:

4 Aug 2020to31 Aug 2020
Museum of the Moon at Bristol Cathedral

Central Bristol

As part of the #YearofPilgrimage, Bristol Cathedral will be hosting Luke Jerram’s celebrated Museum of the Moon in August 2020.

Dates

From:

7 Aug 2020to31 Aug 2020
Giggling Gecko Kids Club at The Galleries

Bristol Shopping Quarter

Every month, younger visitors to The Galleries shopping centre will be able to get creative with a range of exciting and stimulating arts and crafts, at its new Giggling Gecko Kids Club.

Dates

From:

8 Aug 2020to8 Aug 2020
Avon Gorge Trips with Bristol Ferry

Harbourside

Marvel at the stunning scenery on Bristol's doorstep - join Bristol Ferries for this exciting cruise down the magnificent Avon Gorge.

Dates

From:

15 Aug 2020to15 Aug 2020
World Helicopter Day at The Helicopter Museum

Somerset

Helicopter flights around the local coastline.
For this day only, there will be exclusive public access to the Hind, Huey, Lynx and Gazelle cockpits.

Dates

From:

16 Aug 2020to16 Aug 2020
Drive-In Movies at Ashton Gate Stadium

Ashton

Ashton Gate have teamed up with Skylight Cinema to offer a safe and enjoyable night out at the movies, with visitors enjoying family friendly films from the comfort and safety of their car in the Winterstoke Road car park.

Dates

From:

21 Aug 2020to22 Aug 2020
Open Air Cinema at Berkeley Castle

Gloucestershire

Open air Cinema in the Castle grounds.

Dates

From:

21 Aug 2020to21 Aug 2020
Hound of the Baskervilles at the Avon Valley Railway

S Gloucestershire & the S Cotswolds

Join Chapterhouse Theatre for an open-air performance of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic tale.

Dates

From:

26 Aug 2020to26 Aug 2020
Bristol Walk Fest

Central Bristol

Bristol’s month-long walking festival offers a choice of more than 250 ways to explore the city and it surrounds on foot.

Dates

From:

1 Sept 2020to30 Sept 2020
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:

4 Sept 2020to5 Sept 2020

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