May Bank Holiday Events in Bristol

As we approach yet another bumper Bank Holiday weekend from Saturday 28th to Monday 30th May, are you planning what you can do in Bristol?

The weekend is always a great opportunity to plan a short break or family holiday in Bristol or take a day trip to the city and make the most of the extra day off. Find out more about places to stay in Bristol here, or check out our special offers to get those last-minute deals on accommodation.

If you’re thinking about visiting some of Bristol’s amazing array of attractions and activities, then there’s loads to get your teeth into on our Things To Do section. Maybe you could take a sightseeing bus tour with Bristol Insight, climb aboard Brunel’s ss Great Britain ship or get hands-on with science at At-Bristol Science Centre.

If you're thinking, 'what's a long weekend without some delicious food, a cheeky drink in the sunshine (fingers crossed!) or just a relaxing coffee and a slice of cake?' Then get yourself over to our extensive Food & Drink section, which details all the scrumptious places to eat and drink in Bristol.

But, what will make this weekend really special is the brilliant special events on all over the city, including a huge birthday celebration for Bristol Old Vic, the oldest continuously working theatre in the English speaking world, which officially turns 250. There’s tours, entertainment, special workshops and a huge street party on beautiful King Street. Find out more about the event.

Browse the list below for even more details of what's on in Bristol but whatever you choose to do, you can be sure that you'll have the perfect Bristol Bank Holiday.