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The Big Chill Bar 15 Small Street Bristol BS1 1DE www.bigchill.net/bristol opening: tues - wed 12.00pm - 12.00am thu 12.00pm - 01.00am fri - sat 12.00pm - 03.00am
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FEATURED VENUES 51 Stokes Croft O2 Academy The Bank Big Chill Bar Brass Pig Bunker Cosies Dojo Dorma Elbow Room Escape / Salute! The Fleece The Full Moon Hush Hush Illusions Java Lakota Lanes La Rocca Lizard Lounge Mbargo Mbargo Lounge Mothers’ Ruin Mr Wolfs Pam Pam Smoke and Mirrors Star & Garter Thekla Woods
Photography: Lukasz Kaminski / Theo Cottle / Tim Jones / Martin Thompson / Francis Kwong / Ebn Mars / Joe Clarke (joe-clarke.com) / Chris Cooper www.nitelifeonline.com | info@nitelifeonline.com | Tel: 0759 099 3523
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No 51 is one of the oldest public houses in Bristol, embedded in the core of the cultural quarter of Stoke Croft. We offer a vast selection of spirits, wines, lager and ale to accompany our hand crafted and delicious menu from which we serve food on a daily basis. Open ‘til late, 6 nights a week, whatever you are looking for from a night out, No 51 is sure to deliver.
Thursday 2nd May RUMPF
The Rumpf DJ’s present a selection of romping waxy beats ranging from outer Space Disco delights to the deepest depths of Housey bliss. Get up to get down goode. 8pm - 10pm - Ali Drysdale 10pm - 12am - William Evans 12am - 2am - Barnaby Moore 2am - 3am - A Mutual Rumpf Up
Friday 3rd May DJ Papa Moomin Papa Moomin
Saturday 11th May DJ Paddy Jinnah (Dirty Old Town) Free
Wednesday 15th May Open deck night. Free
Thursday 16th May Shock the Mighty Sound System Free
“Without music, life would be a mistake.” Friedrich Nietzche. Free
Friday 17th May DJ Tiercel
Saturday 4th May DJ ‘til late
Saturday 18th May Tour de Force
Free
Sunday 5th May Bank Holiday Fun
DJ Paddy Jinnah (Dirty Old Town) Free
Thursday 9th May BIMM Open mic night And DJ’s ‘til late. Free
Friday 10th May DJ Matt Hampshire
‘Spin Sessions with Dj Matt Hampshire and friends. Monthly 6 hour vinyl session playing eclectic music from past and present’ Free
Free
Free
Thursday 23rd May Riddim Fruit Free
Friday 24th May DJ Brassic and DJ Little Tom Free
Saturday 25th May DJ’s ‘til late Free
Thursday 29th May DJ George Sandilands Free
.................................................... Regulars ................................................ Every Tuesday
Blankety Quiz!
A comedy show wrapped up in a pub quiz. Free entry
Every Wednesday
Open deck night
All budding DJ’s welcome to come down and show us what you’ve got Free entry
Every Sunday
Chilled Sunday vibes
Come and wind down your weekend with one of our House DJ’s. Free entry
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 51 Stokes Croft, Bristol, BS1 3QP Tel: 01179 148 048 Web: www.51stokescroft.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
The o2 Academy is one of Bristol’s busiest music venues playing host to major touring acts as well as up and coming artists. We’ve established ourselves as one of the best venues to catch your favourite bands in the Southwest. We are also home to Ramshackle - the biggest weekly Indie night in Bristol - every Friday.
Wednesday 1st May
Darwin Deez 7.00pm
Thursday 2nd May
Electric Guest 7.00pm
Sunday 9th June
Mudhoney METZ 7.00pm
Thursday 13th June
Todd Rundgren’s Official State Visit Todd Rundgren
Thursday 9th May
Athlete
Eliza and the Bear, George Ezra 7.00pm
Friday 10th May
7.00pm
Tuesday 18th June
Peter Murphy Celebrates 35yrs of Bauhaus Peter Murphy 7.00pm
The Twang & Cast
Sunday 23rd June
Monday 20th May
The Wildhearts
6.30pm
Gentleman’s Dub Club 7.00pm
Saturday 25th May
Dot To Dot Festival 2013 1.00pm
Thursday 30th May
Tyga
7.00pm
The Wildhearts Performing “Earth Vs The Wildhearts” in Full 7.00pm
Tuesday 9th July
Modest Mouse 7.30pm
Friday 12th July
Bam Margera from Jackass is F**ckface Unstoppable Bam Margera 6.30pm
Thursday 6th June
Sunday 14th July
7.00pm
6.00pm
Example
Room 94
.................................................... Regulars ................................................ Every Friday
RAMSHACKLE
THE POSTMAN/ ANDY TOKYO & MORE
Dubstep, Indie, Party, Hip Hop, Rock & Roll and much more. Bristol’s best weekend party!
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Frogmore Street, Bristol, BS1 5NA Tel: 0905 5020 3999 Web: www.o2academybristol.co.uk ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
‘Stokes Croft’s very own Bank is open until 4am and showcases the best of Bristol’s underground music scene much of which is centred around this colourful area of the city. Watch out for regular art exhibitions by some of the UK’s finest street artists including Inkie. The Bank Opens every day for Brunch plus has a fantastic Pizza menu.
Thursday 2nd May
Saturday 11th May
An exhibition of graphic design from the Bristol music scene - in association with All That Good Stuff. First Thursdays team up with Sip The Juice & Donuts for the afterparty, with special guest DJ, Stones Throw’s very own J ROCC!! With support from Boca 45.
ApexApe will be travelling down from London with residents Benny Kane, Dr Specs, Soulcircuit & Coma King to provide bass fueled fun for this Saturday special.
First Thursdays
Friday 3rd May
Sip The Juice – RnB Special
STJ crew will be doing what they do best – sipping the juice - You can expect our normal antics of Coffee Patron fuelled fire but this time with an R&B twist, going on a journey through 90’s and 00’s R&B, New Jack Swing and whatever else we can fit in.
Saturday 4th May
HERD
Herd regroup for their monthly residency with one half of Deep Groove, Lee Patterson, along with Bristol upstarts Summits and hosts for the night Sam Wicks and JT. House, Techno and Disco.
Sunday 5th May
FEEL THE REAL SOUND SYSTEM
Bringing the May Day Bank Holiday party vibes once again with Andres Cervero, Pato and Christophe playing the finest cuts of Rare Groove, Funk, Soul, Disco and House.
Friday 10th May
DIRTY NOTE
Dirty Note have something a little bit special indeed to say the very least. We have teamed up with our Brummie boys at U.T.C to deliver this very exciting line up… Dj’s include OM UNIT (Metalheadz/CosmicBridge/ CivilMusic), LENKEMZ (MadDecent/ SenselessRecordings), JAYDROP (StrangeCase/VividSounds), PAPERcHase, (DirtyNote/TFTD) & DEMA DRES. Their last show sold out so be sure to get down early for this one!
APEXAPEX
Friday 17th May
DUTTY BASS
DAZEE/DISS MISS/ SAFESOUL / SARAH B / KLAIR / KASH HONEY
The Dutty Girls are back again. Expect the same usual Dutty Bass music policy; bassmusic, house, moombahton, garage, drum & bass, 90s RnB and more! Special guest OH91.
Saturday 18th May
HOT BUTTERED SOUL
It’s been a while since Hot Buttered Soul have graced the turntables here at the Bank and we’re stoked to have them back. Mike Shawe has made shawe (wahey!) that it’s gonna be a night to remember. Funk, Soul, Rare Groove, Boogie, Disco.
Friday 24th May
Wuk Up!
This month as it’s a Bank Holiday special they’ve gone all out and booked none other than former Radio 1 DJ/ presenter CHRIS GOLDFINGER. Expect more of the usual Soundsystem vibes with Henry Heatwave. Reggae, Dancehall, Ragga and Bashment! Bring your air horn.
Saturday 25th May
In Fine Style – Love Saves The Day After Party w/ Double 99 In Fine Style continues in very fine style. Guest DJ to be confirmed. US and UK house and garage. This month special guests are the heavyweight duo Double 99!
Sunday 26th May
Love Saves The Day After Party
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 84 Stokes Croft, Bristol, BS1 3QY Tel: 0117 923 2565 www.thebankofstokescroft.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
The Big Chill Bar is a social hub offering the best in food, drink and music all of the time. Without a doubt the perfect place to chill with great, easy to share dishes served all day and night. At weekends DJ talent from the festival and beyond spin until 3am.
Friday 3rd May Baby Malc’s Pussy Parlure In the Study - GramRCY Disco, Boogie, Funk.
Saturday 4th May Hot Buttered Soul In the Study – Daddy Vegas & Cubby Seal Boogie, Soul and Disco.
Sunday 5th May Space Invader Radio
Intergalactic Takeover on both floors.
Friday 10th May Flame Grilled Funk In the Study - Ferryman vs GLDJ’s House, Disco and Funk.
Saturday 11th May Western Soul In the Study - Alfresco Disco Dj’s Soul, Disco and Balearic.
Friday 17th May Night Train In the Study - Idle Hands Vintage Dance Music.
Saturday 18th May Boca 45’s Hip Hop Throwdown In the Study - Dirty Thoughts Classic, Hip Hop and Vinyl.
Friday 24th May Tru Thoughts present Rob Luis In the Study - Herd Soul, Jazz and Beats.
Saturday 25th May Love Saves The Day Festival After-Party With Special Guests Sunday 26th May Love Saves Sunday Afterparty Don Letts / 2 Kings MI CASA CANTINA
The team behind the successful and popular Mi Casa pop up continue their 3 month residency this Spring taking over the daily kitchen operation at the Big Chill Bar.
Bank Holiday Sunday Specials Free Entry / Open until 3am
.................................................... Regulars ................................................ Tuesdays
The University Jazz Funk Soul Society present Django’s New Jazz, Funk & Soul Jam session. Each Tuesday will feature some of Bristol’s best players jamming live! £2.50 pint 241 on cocktails. Free entry before 9pm / £2 for Jazz Funk Soul society members / £3 after 9.00pm.
Tuesdays to Thursdays
241 Cocktails
plus 10% off all drinks for all students with NUS card Every Wednesday
WANTED RECORDS
JOHN STAPLETON / ANDY PAYBACK
Bristol record store with all manner of vinyl delights from all genres.
Last Sunday of every month in the Study
TumbleWeed
A brand spanking new comedy club for Bristol. Our aim is to promote and present all of the fresh and exciting new talent from this city and beyond.
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FEED ME
Choose from our Gourmet Burger Menu, The Big Chill Kebab Van or from the specials board. We also offer bespoke catering for private parties.
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 15 Small Street, Bristol, BS1 1DE Tel: 01179 304 217 www.bigchill.net/bristol ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Our philosophy is that we simply provide what the our customers want and deserve. Split over two floors we have the traditional public house feel with a modern setting. Outstanding cocktails, ambient atmosphere, a fresh seasonal menu and bookable comfortable booths to start your weekend off listening to eclectic beats by our resident DJ.
The Brass Pig offers private party hire with custom food and drinks packages to accommodate for a variety of occasions such as birthday parties and university socials. Every Tuesday
PUB QUIZ! - ALL WELCOME
£1.00 to play. New prizes every week, free sweets and £5.00 pizzas! You really can’t go wrong. Our legendary quiz master will take you through a variety of fun and challenging general knowledge questions, with the help of free sweets and drinks on tap it is a very enjoyable evening! And if you win, a prize to take home with you! 8.00pm - £1 to play
Every Wednesday
2-4-1 on Cocktails all day long!
We have an extensive cocktail made with the best quality spirits and always served with a smile by our lovely bar staff! Every Thursday
Live Music
Showcasing local Bristol talent! The evening is a great way of getting to know new sounds and bands in the area, the night always has a great atmosphere. Every Friday & Saturday
DJ Trilby Tricks
Our resident wets your ears with a mixture of Funky and Deep House. We have a great dance floor area on the lower floor of the venue, with classy and cosy atmosphere it really is the best way to spend the weekend nights. Every Sunday
Live Jazz Music
From some of the most recognised bands in the South West. It’s simple, its Sunday, there is live Jazz and there is a bar. Come and unwind and get yourself ready for the new week. ...................................................................................................................... Opening Times
Monday - Saturday 11:00Am - 2:00am Sundays 11:00Am - 12:00am
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 1 Clifton Heights, Triangle West, Bristol BS8 1EJ Tel: 0117 329 4471 www.thebrasspig.co.uk ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
An essential addition to Bristol’s nightlife scene! Opening 6 nights a week from 9pm to 3am, this is Bristol’s No.1 student venue! Drinks starting at £1.00 are just the standard, queuing is kept to a minimum, big name DJ’s will be regularly attending, Bristol’s best promoters will be on the door, what more could you want?
Every Monday
Bed
Bed is about to embark on its 4th year to be hosted at the Triangles’ most desirable venue, Bunker. Bristol’s Enchanted Discotheque offers a unique combination of commercial, classy and sexy finely blended with cool, edgy and underground over three rooms with an elegant outdoor space. Monday 6th May Finish off the bank holiday with a Bang! Come to the Bunker for cheap Drinks & minimal entry! See facebook.com/bunkerbristol for details Every Wednesday
Propaganda VS RAMSHACKLE
DJ Dan, The Postman and guests
The UK’s biggest indie nights join forces at Bunker every Wednesday featuring The Postman and guests! The best in Drum n Bass, Dubstep, Indie, Hip Hop and more. Advance tickets, weekly photos and more info at www.thepropaganda.com Every Friday
The Drop DJ JAMBO
The Bunker introduces The Drop, Bristol’s newest night bringing you- House, Dubstep, Drum & Bass. The biggest & most upcoming tunes to pound your eardrums through 10 - 3 am every Friday night! For bookings call 07817 408 334. Every Saturday
Encore
Bristol’s only student Saturday night! Cheapest drinks deals in the city, best music floor fillers. The busiest Saturday Night in the city! Drinks from £2.00 Sunday 5th May
Beach Party
This Bank Holiday the 5th May, the Bunker is bringing another infamous Beach Party to Bristol! We are bringing you: Full Venue Decor, Hundreds of Free Sunglasses, Hot Tub, Discounted Entry In Beach Attire, Loads Of Inflatables, Free Giveaways, Summer Cocktails & Punch For Guestlist & Tables In our brand new VIP room, Please text 07817408334. ......................................................................................................................
Party Bookings
Get in touch to see what we can offer & do for you! Encore has rocked the city through the year with its unique night! What more could you want? Great tunes, Incredible drinks deals, the best night you’ll have in Bristol! Triangle Card 2013
Brand New Discount Card Incredible discounts!
Hit www.trianglecard.co.uk for more info!!
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 78 Queens Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1QU www.thebunkerbristol.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
COSIES
Low expense, no pretence still supplying the alternative, cheap booze, church pews, all set to music from the hippest cats and kittens. There’s no shortage of top DJ’s playing at this legendary little venue. Music wise the remit is mainly Reggae and Hip Hop, Bristol Bass and Funky Stuff with a friendly party vibe for all ages.
Wednesday 1st May Rise Up! Open Decks Night 7pm – 11pm // Free Entry
Thursday 2nd May Nestafari Sound
Sunday 12th May Reggae Sunday ROOTS INJECTION
Reggae? On a Sunday? Don’t mind if we do. 10pm – 2am // £2/£3 Entry
Roots, Rock, Reggae, Dancehall and Dub. 9pm – 2am // £3
Wednesday 15th May Rise Up! Open Decks Night
Friday 3rd May Dub RevoluTion Special!
Friday 17th May DIXON RUN TINGS!
Saturday 4th May Code of the Streets DJ STYLE & FAGAN - UJIMA RADIO
Saturday 18th May DEEPBEAT
9pm – 2am // £3
Rnb, Hip Hop, Old Skool, Reggae, Bashment, Ukg. Every 1st Sat of the month B.I.G Productions feat DJ Style & DJ Fagan (UjIma Radio) host the resident night Code of the Streets. Limited CD Giveaway! 10pm – 2am // £3 entry
Sunday 5th May Island Fever
The Flora, Skylion and special guests at the decks. Reggae sounds all night. 10pm – 2am // £2/£3 entry
Wednesday 8th May Rise Up! Open Decks Night Nathan Pratt / Dinah Saw Sahra Queen of Pressure Peverly Knight
7pm – 11pm / Free Entry
9pm – 2am // £3
Underground bass music 10pm – 2 // £3
Sunday 19th May Reggae Sunday Addis & Daddy Roots
Reggae? On a Sunday? Don’t mind if we do. 10pm – 2am // £2/£3 Entry
Friday 24th May BASSLINK
9.30pm – 2am // £3 before 11 £4 after
Saturday 25th May KARNIVAL! MAX POWA THE DUTTY INSPECTORS RUFFNEK DJ’s
10pm – late // £3 before 11.30 / £4
7pm – 11pm / Free Entry
Sunday 26th May Reggae Sunday Jah Lokko & Apollo Sound
Friday l0th May Sugar Sound Hi-Fi get Freshly Baked
Thursday 30th May Top Ranking
10pm – 2am // £3 entry all night.
Saturday 11th May Catgroove
10pm – 2am // £3 Entry
10pm – 2am // £2/£3 Entry
10pm – 2am // £3 Entry
Friday 31st May Music Box Flora + Friends 9pm – 2am // £3
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 34 Portland Square, Bristol, BS2 8RG Tel: 01179 424 110 www.cosies.co.uk –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Dojo has become one of Bristol’s leading venues for underground electronic music. This intimate venues see’s international DJ’s play to one of the best crowds in the city. A good sound system, dancefloor and beautiful outdoor terrace makes this the perfect small venue. Last entry is now 2am for non members and 4am for members.
Friday 3rd May The History of Drum & Bass
All flavours of Bristol’s favourite genre from some of Bristol’s most talented Dj’s. With Contra, Souljam, DJ Leo, Moniker, Psyke & Sly Logic. Free Before 12, £5 After
Saturday 4th May Residents night
DJ’s Marcus ‘Boogie’ James playing Soul, Funk, Ol’ Skool Hip Hop and Boogie. 10pm - 3am Deepmasters monthly Deep House after party. With special guests. 3pm - 6am.
5th/26th Bank holiday Sundays funky sensation marcus / sly logic Funky House, Hip Hop and Disco. 11pm - 4am // £5
Friday 10th May Fluctuate Harry Buggé / MIsta Mina, *Carl Kendrick / Sly Logic
Not everyone wants to dance to the same beat all night long. Love music not genres. Hip Hop, Deep House, Tech House, Garage, Electro and Drum & Bass. 11pm-6am // free before 12, £5 after
Saturday 11th May REVOLUTION LUKE LANGSON / GUS YOUNG MAREK and FARKO SIMON SMITH
Top class cutting edge House & Techno all night long... 11pm - 7am // £6 before 1am, £7 after.
Friday 17th May 4to theFloor Robert Van Ryn, Adam White, Alex Allen & Sly Logic
All flavours of house based beats from the cream of Bristol’s underground scene. Deep House, Tech House & Techno. 11pm-6am // free before 12, £5 after
Saturday 18th May DRAMA ALL NIGHTER - 6TH BIRTHDAY Special Guests Andre Crom / Billy Disney Residents / GREG SHAW DEEP THOUGHT
Dedicated to bringing Bristol the finest in underground House & Techno. 11pm-7am // £5 b4 12/NUS / £7 after
Friday 24th May Fluctuate
Not everyone wants to dance to the same beat all night long. Love music not genres. Hip Hop, Deep House, Tech House, Garage, Electro and Drum & Bass. Sly Logic plus special guest DJ’s TBA. 11pm-6am // free before 12, £5 after
Friday 31st May 4to theFloor vs Sound
Its become tradition for us to invite the resident DJ’s from a different night each month to battle it out in the Dojo. This month sees Sound from TB2 supply us with their brightest & best, to bring the deepest, funkiest and freshest house Sounds... With Shawn Fleming, Sam Pitch, Wes Rawlings & Sly Logic. 11pm-6am // free before 12, £5 after
Saturday 25th May TURBO DISCO DJ MAGIC AND SPECIAL GUESTS A night of fruity Disco, Funk, House and a whole lot more. 11pm - 7am // £6 before 1am £7 after
................................................... Regulars ................................................... Thursdays 9th & 23rd
SHAKE A LEG
Dubstep, Funky Old Skool, Electro Bassline and all things Bass!
Thursday 2nd & 16th
ZULU NATION
A unifying Hip Hop night with DJ’s from Redland to Montpellier.
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 12-16 Park Row, Bristol, BS1 5LJ Tel: 01179 251 177 www.dojolounge.co.uk ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Dorma Bristol combines the industrial feel of downtown New York with a glamorous urban vintage interior to create the ultimate party atmosphere. Resident DJ’s keep your feet moving and our unrivalled hostess service will keep your drinks flowing. Amazing performances and eccentric entertainment at our BRAND NEW flagship Saturday night, CIRQUE! A night like no other in Bristol...
Every Wednesday
FEVER
The official University of Bristol Union sports night, a post match party like no other! 10pm - 3am
Every Thursday
TANTRA
The best weekly student fix of Hip-Hop, RnB & House. UWE’s favourite weekly Thursday night! 10pm - 3am
Every Friday
FRESH
Love some old school R&B and Hip Hop? Then come and shake it at Fresh, Bristol’s only weekly old school night! 10pm - 4am
Every Saturday
CIRQUE
A brand new nightlife experience comes to Dorma this May, expect live performers, shows & acts every week! Ladies are always FREE before 11pm. We can arrange private hire on all nights, if you don’t have a group large enough to hire the whole venue we often hire out our VIP room. Contact us for more information. ......................................................................................................................
VIP & Guestlist:
info@dormabristol.com // 01173 706518 // 07817 831771
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 2PH Tel: 0117 370 6518 or 07817 831771 Facebook.com/dormabristol –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Lively but laid back, both urban and urbane, ‘Purple Haze’ meets purple baize with two fantastic eight foot pool tables and walls decorated with graffiti by some of the nation’s finest artists. Open until late every night with free entry. A great place to hold a party for up to 100 guests with your own bar, DJ equipment, toilets and dance floor.
FREE POOL
Yes! Play free games of Pool (when a purchase is made at the bar) everyday before 5pm on our 8ft Sam K slate tables.
...................................................................................................................... Every Monday Every Thursday Open Mic Night elbow room thursday’s The introduction of ‘Open Mic Night’, where creative folk are invited to partake alongside acoustic acts from 7pm - until late. All drinks deals apply with no charge for entrants. Pool is not free on Monday’s as advertised. 7pm - late // Free entry
Every Tuesday Cue the chaos
Bristol’s newest pop, punk and indie night. Drinks deals, free sweets and free pool all night until 2am. Open - 2.00am // Free entry
Every Wednesday Pool night For a £1 entry fee, win a £50 bar tab! All you require is a team of eight. All drinks deals apply. Let the battle commence!
On every second Thursday Ujima Radio presents a night playing the finest Hip Hop, Old School Funk, Reggae, Jungle and R’n’B. Then on every third Thursday Elbow plays host to the Bristol Bass Honeys. All drinks deals apply and remember... it’s free entry all night Open - 2.00am // Free entry
Every Friday ELBOW ROOM FRIDAY’S
Resident DJ til late and free entry all night. Open - 4.00am // Free entry
Every Saturday ELBOW ROOM SATURDAY’S
Resident DJ til late and free entry all night. Open - 4.00am // Free entry
Every Sunday Cocktail o’clock 2 FOR 1 COCKTAILS ALL NIGHT
Kicking back and sipping on cocktails to end the busy week. Open - 2.00am // Free entry
...................................................................................................................... Every day deals
DRINK OFFERS 5.00PM - 8.00PM
- 2 4 1 Cocktails, 2 4 1 Sol / Peroni / Asahi - Bagel Boy’s serve food 11am - 5.30 pm Monday to Saturday - Buy 2 large glasses of wine & get the rest of the bottle free!
NUS discount available at all times
...................................................................................................................... Private Hire Having a party?
Our 1st floor room is available for private hire any day of the week free of charge!* Holds up to 75 people, - Comes with own bar and staff, Dance floor, Separated sound system with the option to use our DJ equipment or simply attach your iPod or own devices.
Bagel Boy - New Menu
The Elbow Room with collaboration with Bagel Boy now bring you a new menu of locally sourced organic food with favourites such as Mac and Cheese and Sausage and Mash. Served from 11am to 9pm daily.
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 64 Park Street, Bristol, BS1 5JN Tel: 0117 930 0242 www.theelbowroom.co.uk ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Escape and Salute are situated together on Park street. Providing early evening pleasure which transforms into a party paradise later on. Great atmosphere, music and drinks deals all in one place. Dj Bilen and guests will be hosting you evenings to ensure each party rocks more than the last.
Every Thursday
Escape
Thursday throwdown Dj Andy Bart
Looking for late night fun on during the week? Then look no more… Andy Bart will be playing Chart, Pop, RnB, Dance hits every Thursday. 10.00pm till 4.00am // free entry all night
Every Friday
ESCAPE FRIDAYS
Dj Bilen & Dj Arif
DJ Bilen and guests playing RnB, Chart, House & Dance Classics all through the night and early morning. 10.00pm - 6.00am last entry 4.00am // Free entry before midnight, £5 afterwards
Every Saturday
ESCAPE SATURDAYS
Dj Bilen & Dj Andy Bart
Well you know what to expect and if you don’t then make your way down to Escape. Late night fun on tap. DJ’s playing RnB, Chart, House & Dance Classics. 10.00pm - 6.00am last entry 4.00am // Free entry before midnight, £5 afterwards
Every Sunday
SUNDAY SESSION Dj Andy Bart
The weekend continues at Escape with our Sunday sessions. End your week (or start your week) in glorious fashion and enjoy the sounds of Andy Bart’s journey through urban sounds. 10.00pm till 4.00am
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Salute
£2 ON ALL DRINKS & £3 FOR COCKTAILS
Heading home from work and fancy a cocktail to ease the day? Looking for a place that offers amazing drinks deals throughout the week? Perhaps looking for a bar to start your night out? You get the idea! Salute offers all those things and more, we welcome you to pop in and enjoy everything Salute has to offer. Chill or dance, the choice is yours but remember to try out our gorgeous cocktails - price and taste that cannot be beaten!
Every Thursday
Salute ThursdayS all drinks £2 - all cocktails £3 - ALL NIGHT DJ Bilen and guests.
Come and join us every Thursday at Salute where you can hear DJ Bilen and his guests mixing the best in Chart, Pop & Cheese. 8.00pm - 3.00am // £5
Every Weekend
£2 all drinks, £3 all cocktails until 12
With Salute’s great drinks offers on a fantastic choice of drinks and cocktails plus a great space to unwind and relax, well - It’s on offer you simply cannot refuse! Salute welcomes you to Park street’s latest edition to Bristol’s nightlife scene. Grab some weekend cocktails, have a dance, listen to great music and start your party the right way. A relaxing but vibrant atmosphere awaits you your friends. 8.00pm - 3.00am // £5
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 50 Park Street, Bristol, BS1 5JN Tel: 0117 925 4500 www.escape-bristol.co.uk ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Legendary live music venue which has hosted gigs from the likes of Radiohead, Oasis, Coldplay & Muse. Under new management, with live bands 7 nights per week by the end of the year and new club nights opening from mid October The Fleece will soon be well & truly back on the map for students and gig-goers alike.
Wednesday 1st May SHACK 42 / FALSIE / NOT MY FINEST HOUR / ECHOLOUNGE Thursday 2nd May THIS SHIP IS OURS / AWAKEN THE SILENCE / NATURES / RAISE YOUR ANCHOR Friday 3rd May THE WEDDING PRESENT THE PURE CONJECTURE Saturday 4th May MISFITS & MOONSHINE PRESENTS THE DESTROYERS THE CARNY VILLAINS Sunday 5th May TRAPPED UNDER ICE BACKTRACK / BROKEN TEETH Monday 6th May WARHEAD / TARANGA DIRTY STEVE / IX Tuesday 7th May BLACKHEART / FOREIGN AFFAIRS FORGETMEKNOT HAYLEY COLLINS Wednesday 8th May CHAS & DAVE Thursday 9th May LUCO / MUTANT VINYL TALK IN CODE / ELECTRIC JANE Friday 10th May UK SUBS / DRAGSTER CRIMINAL MIND Saturday 11th May ONE25 PRESENTS LEWIS WATSON LUKE CONCANNON MEADOWLARK / KATIE SKY STOKES / WILLIAM NATALIE HOLMES Sunday 12th May MATT BERRY / PUGWASH Monday 13th May DRIVE THROUGH THERAPY BROKEN KICK / THE THREE FACES OF EVE / THE VOID Tuesday 14th May TNG PRESENTS PAPEREIGHT MINI ATTACK / THREE TIMES ENOUGH / U.K’S LOWEST / NIKKI SMITH Wednesday 15th May TESSERACT / THE ALGORITHM ENOCHIAN THEORY RED SEAS FIRE
Thursday 16th May EVACUEES / THE TAME / SONS Friday 17th May ST PETER’S HOSPICE PREvSENTS: THE RINKY DINKS / THE LONGEST JOHNS / KOASOUNDB / PLUS ULTIMATE POWER CLUB NIGHT Saturday 18th May PIERCE THE VEIL / WOE, IS ME HANDS LIKE HOUSES Sunday 19th May ALL DAYER WITH: CLIFTON ARCADE / MONTROSE THE TRAMP AVIATORS THE BOURGEOISIE / TOURISTS THE LEAVES / THE RED TEARS THE HARTLETTS / CROOKED DANIEL / MATCHSTICK PEOPLE THE MILK RACE / MOONRAKERS Monday 20th May LEE THOMPSON’S 11-PIECE SKA ORCHESTRA FEATURING LEE ‘KIX’ THOMPSON AND MARK ‘BEDDERS’ BEDFORD FROM MADNESS Tuesday 21st May BIMM LIVE & LYRICAL Wednesday 22nd May THE BESNARD LAKES SWEET JANE Thursday 23rd May DUTCH UNCLES / SKY LARKIN TIERS (EX-BASKERVILLE) Friday 24th May PUBLIC SERVICE BROADCASTING KALU KALAE / THE CRISIS PROJECT Saturday 25th May DOT TO DOT Sunday 26th May FUCKED UP / TITUS ANDRONICUS METZ Monday 27th May TNG ACOUSTIC ALL-DAYER Tuesday 28th May STREETLIGHT MANIFESTO Wednesday 29th May TONIGHT ALIVE / TRANSIT GAVIN BUTLER Thursday 30th May THE HANDSOME FAMILY SNOWAPPLE Friday 31st May JILTED GENERATION (PRODIGY TRIBUTE) / HYPERCHARGER RECONCILE
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 12 St. Thomas Street, Bristol, BS1 6JJ Tel: 01179 074 927 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
The Full moon pub, Attic bar, with its Moonshine bar and Shisha bar are all the on the same grounds. This really is a hub for all nightie activities from events, parties, drink and food. To add to this there is also a backpackers hotel which adds an international vibe to a great night out. What more could you ask for?
Full MOON
Friday 3rd May G Kinder
Saturday 18th May Lilttleboselecta
Saturday 4th May Task
Friday 24th May Dr Moody
Friday 10th May Stevie Bear
Saturday 25th May Trivial Pursuits
Saturday 11th May Papa Moomin
Friday 31st May Andreas
Friday 17th May DJ Dad
ATTIC BAR LISTINGS
Friday 3rd May Ujima Radio presents Back To The Roots Carasel / Dazee Blackout JA & J-Man / Simba Leah Rosier & Ramboy plus much more 8pm-2am // £5 advance
Sunday 5th May Bank Holiday Molotov Jukebox / Solo Banton & The Upper Cut Band / onlyjoe / Magnus puto plus much more 12pm till late // Tickets £12/£14
Monday 6th May Bank Holiday The Skints / Dubkasm & Solo Banton / The Drop Mr Woodnote & Lil Rhys Kundama 12pm till late // Tickets £12/£14
Friday 10th May Worldly Savages, International Jazz Disaster and DJ Dad 9pm-2am // Tickets £5
Saturday 11th May Temwa Art Auction Preview 6pm / Auction 8pm Free entry
Friday 17th May Electro SwingS weet Life Society DJ Tobumusikism Big Swing Sound System Chris Tofu / Swing Patrol 8pm - 2am // Tickets £5/£10 otd
Thursday 23rd May Mischief Festival Ed Cox / Figcake PyratrixCirco Sinistre plus more acts TBA!! 8pm - 2am // £5 b4 10pm/£6 after
Friday 24th May Croissant Neuf Summer Party Powered by the sun!! The Zen HussiesCats In The Attic More TBA 8pm - 2am // £5 entry
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Backpackers
The Backpackers Hotel - With over 70 beds and a range of room-types you’ll have plenty of opportunities to get to know like-minded people from around the world. Our hostel is fully equipped to make your stay as comfortable and as enjoyable as possible. A great base for travellers wishing to explore our much-loved City. Beds from £17.50 a night.
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––1 North Street, Stokes Croft, Bristol, BS1 3PR Tel: 0117 9245007 www.fmbristol.co.uk –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Hush Hush is a relaxed, stylish bar with a laid back club atmosphere. With it’s fine artwork, beautiful bar area and comfy sofas, it’s a perfect late night venue. An established venue for private parties, with a capacity of 130 it’s the place to celebrate. There is a heated garden, in-house sound system and a 2am weekend licence.
Monday - Tuesdays
AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE HIRE LOOKING FOR SOMEWHERE TO PARTY?
Our venue is suitable for birthdays, leaving parties, work parties, promoter events to name but a few. With a bar that is open til 2.00am, resident DJ’s at your disposal plus the heated back garden and a capacity for up to 130 people Hush Hush makes perfect sense. For bookings please call: 07879 441 047
Every Friday and Saturday
HAVE YOUR PARTY AT HUSH THE IDEAL VENUE FOR ANY PARTY
An established venue for private parties, with a capacity of 130 it’s the place to celebrate any occasion. There is a heated garden, in-house sound system and a 2.00am weekend licence. We take care of everything for you, here at Hush we will help you put on a great party! For bookings please call: 07855 136 240
Saturday 4th May
Rock the Hau5
Launching May 4th 2013 and bringing to the House loving heads of Bristol and eclectic mix of all things House. Formed by a collective of House loving DJ’s from styles and backgrounds that covers all things under the genre of House you can expect an evening of raising your hands to the air and getting down with your bad self. The night will be taking place in a perfect venue for this night, intimate with a sound system designed and tweaked for this night especially. ......................................................................................................................
FOR BOOKINGS OR MORE INFO Please call Tom on: 07855 136 240 to find out more.
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 233 Cheltenham Road, Bristol, BS6 5QP Tel: 07855 136 240 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Voted The Best Entertainment Pub of Great Britain! Magicians perform every night from 7.00 until 1am! Illusions has 2 Bars one for Drinks and the other for Magic! Home to the exclusive MAGIC WAND COCKTAILS over 4 pints to share! Prices start at £22.50 Open till 1am midweek and 4am at the weekend. Entry is free.
Every Tuesday
MAGIC AND TUNES
GREAT DRINK OFFERS FROM £3.50 VODKA MIXER 2-4-1 SEX ON THE BEACH
Tunes form all decades with music playlists by request to chill out to. Be sure to take advantage of our great range of cocktails and offers. 7.00pm // late - Free entry Every Wednesday
THE MEGA OPEN MIC NIGHT NIGHT!
MAGICIANS / MUSICIANS / POETS & MORE
Wednesday night is Open MIC night. Think you have the X-FACTOR? Well show us your talents, Full PA system and instruments available Thursday KARAOKE NIGHT - 40 thousand songs to choose from and great drink deals all night long. 7.00pm - late // Free entry Every Thursday
KARAOKE THURSDAY
40 thousand songs to choose from great drink deals all night long! 7.00pm - late // Free entry Every Friday
live music & live magic
We offer great Magic Shows free of charge and we host the best musicians in the South West. open till 3am this is the best value for money bar in Bristol - FACT! Every Saturday
live music & live magic
3 magicians will have you gasping for breath as they wow you with their Hogwarts talent! Get here early as you maybe queueing to see the show! But don’t worry if you don’t see the show it goes on till 2am! and our musicians will keep you company from 10-12am ......................................................................................................................
MAGIC WAND COCKTAILS & DRINK OFFERS
2-4-1 on selected special cocktails all day, Selected Single spirit plus mixer £3.50, Double spirit and mixer £4.50. ......................................................................................................................
MAGIC ON TAP - HIRING MAGICIANS Contact us on www.illusionsmagicbar.co.uk
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 2 Byron Place, South Triangle, Clifton, BS8 1JT Tel: 0117 909 3405 www.illusionsmagicbar.co.uk ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Java is the upmarket venue for Bristol’s elite clubbers. Java prides itself on producing phenomenal drinks made with premium ingredients and delivered with unbeatably friendly and professional service. With a truly unique VIP experience in the Mauretania and a lively and happening dance floor room playing credible commercial tunes.
JAVA Cocktail BAR AND CLUB
Java Cocktail Bar and Club, set over two rooms with the additional exclusivity of the Mauretania Bar and Lounge has built a robust reputation as the premium destination, offering a unique experience of refinement, sophistication and serious partying in Bristol.
MAURETANIA BAR AND LOUNGE
As one of Bristol’s most historic buildings, the Mauretania is an exclusive venue with an abundance of character and charm, luxurious decor to be admired and its very own self contained bar. An array of events may be hosted here from social occasions to product launches and wedding receptions and we offer bespoke packages designed to suit your needs and desires, all tailored to your taste. For more details and enquiries please contact 07925 788 723
COCKTAIL MASTERCLASS
Book in a cocktail master class to learn how to invent, mix, shake and make your own stunning cocktails from a professional experienced cocktail bartender. Please contact: 07925 788 723 or 01179 304 561
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COCKTAILS AND OUT OF OFFICE CLUB
After a long day at work, kick back, unwind and put the world to rights whilst sipping on your favourite tipple! From 5.00pm every week day
Every Wednesday
FREE SALSA - just dance
If Salsa, Bachata, Kuduro, Kizomba and Reggaeton get you moving, join us each week for free with DJ Alain Hernandez. Free Salsa 10.30pm - late
Thursdays
COCKTAILS AND OUT OF OFFICE CLUB
After a long day at work, kick back, unwind and put the world to rights whilst sipping on your favourite tipple! From 5.00pm every week day
Every Friday
BABEL FRIDAYS
Experience our delicious Aperitivo buffet from 7pm along with a cocktail or glass of wine for just £10. Check out our Facebook page for an update on all our new weekly events!! 7.00pm - 4.00am // For Guest List/table bookings contact info@javabristol.co.uk
Every Saturday
SATURDAYS @ JAVA
Welcoming the most elite and glamorous clientele to Bristol’s most in demand night life experience, dance floor tables available or book a table in the Mauretania Bar and Lounge for a true VIP experience. Ladies free before 10.30pm. Normal entry £7/Guest List £5 Text JavaSat +names to 07787 727 972 before 10pm or email info@javabristol.co.uk
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 9 Park Street, Bristol, BS1 5NF Tel: 01179 304 561 www.javabristol.co.uk ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Bristol’s most famous underground club. Situated in a converted warehouse. Hosting a wide range of underground events. It now welcomes a larger crowd of people owing to the mix in music styles on show. The club has a warehouse style interior and covers 3 storeys, 4 dance areas, a huge balcony. Lakota also boasts a massive outside smoking area. Lakota remains one of Bristol’s big players.
Friday 3rd May
THIS IS OUR SOUND - A 20 YEAR HISTORY OF DRUM & BASS/JUNGLE
ROOM 1: DJ RAP / APHRODITE / RANDALL & FATS FEARLESS / KENNY KEN / NICKY BLACK MARKET / SHABBA / BRYAN GEE BUNJY & JOE PENG (TBC) / NAVIGATOR JUICEMAN / BLITE & RAPTOR ROOM 2: HOSTED BY INTELLIGENT BEATZ ANNIX / TURNO / ALPHA / IRONLUNG CORRUPTIVE COLTCHA / KALLISTA ANAGRAM/WIGGZ & MATT-T/KERN HOSTED BY: KOMBO / RAZDA TRAUMATIK / GAV / LONGMAN / PEGLER ROOM 3: RISING STARS Jungle and Dnb 10pm - 6am // £12/£15
Friday 10th May
RED DREAD AUDIO FEAT: BOOM BAP HIP HOP FESTIVAL LAUNCH PARTY
D&B, Jungle and Hiphop MICKEY FINN & MC DET DIRTY DIKE / INSIDEINFO & MC TEXAS MOB TACTICS / KELVIN 373 FEAT. DABBLA & JAM BAXTER / AXEWOUND B2B VOCODA / THE JMANDEM SYNTHESIS ROOM 2: [HIP HOP] BOOM BAP FESTIVAL LAUNCH PARTY & ILL BY DEFINITION / JAM BAXTER DABBLA / ED SCISSORTONGUE SAMMY B-SIDE / JMAN / INDEX / UPFRONT / LOWDOSE / JIVES / JUVEY P ROOM 3: [D&B / JUNGLE] MISS CONDUCT / JACK WITTZ / DEVIANT BABYLON DESTRUCTION UNIT / SHADED & KATY J / SAFETY IN NUMBERS FARRELL / OBERGENE / ZAFROLE 10pm-6am // £7/£10
Saturday 11th May
SUBATOMIC
DODGE & FUSKI / DJ BUNJY & MC JOE PENG LAID BLAK DJ SET / RUN TINGZ CRU / JINX IN DUB / VINYL JUNKIE PEACEMAKER / STRANGE ROLLERS KICKBACK Oldskool, Jungle, Dubstep, 140, Bass Music, Breaks, Dub & Reggae 10pm - 6am // £7 adv £10 otd
Saturday 18th May
RAVE ON AVON
Daytime Stages Include Lakota Garden (Dub, Ska, Jungle & More). ‘Food & fun court’ outside coroners court with street food, craft stalls, games and prizes. The weather won’t stop the party as we’ll move indoors. At night the rave takes over as we show what Avon’s made of with the best of the southwest across many venues; Dnb, Jungle, Dub, Ska, Folk, Funk, House, Disco, Breaks, Garage, Dub Step. Venues Include Lakota, Coroners Court, Blue Mountain, 51 and More! One Wristband Allows You To Hop Between All Venues All Night. 2pm - 6am // daytime: free. Night £8adv/£10 door. One wristband for access to all venues.
Saturday 25th May
LOVE SAVES THE DAY – FESTIVAL AFTER PARTY
MAIN ROOM: SIMIAN MOBILE DISCO DJ SET WILL SAUL / WAIFS & STRAYS SHAPES DJ’S ROOM 2: SHAPES BONOBO DJ SET / BEHLING & SIMPSON FUTUREBOOGIE DJ’S ROOM 3: HYPERCOLOUR SHENODA / BARESKIN / JOEFARR CEDRIC MAISON 10pm-6am
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 6 Upper York St Bristol, Avon BS2 8QN Tel: 0117 923 2225 www.lakota.co.uk ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
The Lanes is fast establishing itself amongst the ranks of city’s most respected music venues. As well as playing host to both international and local live music and clubnights, The Lanes also offers round the clock bowling, an Italian style pizzeria, karaoke, a vintage shop and even a bed for the night. All in a genuinely laid back atmosphere.
Friday 3rd May Rocka’s Roadhouse presents Western Star Special featuring: THE DEVIL WRAYS / GO GO CULT COWBOY AND THE CORPSE EASY TIGERZ With DJ set from Rocka’s Roadhouse House DJ’s 9pm - 3am
Saturday 4th May DEPARTMENT S CLUB NIGHT with ‘THE ZIP HEADS, support from ‘THE BEAU TIES’.
THE ZIP HEADS / THE BEAU TIES With John The Mod and guests spinning the best 60’s Garage Beats, Northern Soul, 60’s Grooves, Rock & Roll, Two Tone, Tamla, Alt 80’s, MOD & INDIE Anthems!! All this and you can bowl / dine too! 9pm - 3am //£5 adv
Sunday 5th May The Lanes presents “PSYCHO SUNDAY” LOST SOULS / LUNA VEGAS SIN KINGS Followed by a DJ set by the famous Bedlam DJ “The Watford Wrangler” 9pm - 2am
Friday 10th May FAT CITY present LIVE BAND SOULEANCE + Dj’s 9 ‘til late // Free Entry
Saturday 11th May DEPARTMENT S CLUB NIGHT with ‘ARMCHAIR COMMITTEE’ support from ‘KITCHENETTES’
ARMCHAIR COMMITTEE KITCHENETTES With John The Mod and guests spinning the best 60’s Garage Beats, Northern Soul, 60’s Grooves, Rock & Roll, Two Tone, Tamla, Alt 80’s, Mod & Indie Anthems!! All this and you can bowl / dine too! 9pm - 3am // £5 door, £4 adv.
Friday 17th May TREMOR SOUNDS presents FUNKY HUNTERS 9pm - 3am // Free Entry
Saturday 18th May DEPARTMENT S CLUB NIGHT with ‘THE BRU SHANKS’ with support from ‘DAYTONA’
THE BRU SHANKS / DAYTONA With John The Mod and guests spinning the best 60’s Garage Beats, Northern Soul, 60’s Grooves, Rock & Roll, Two Tone, Tamla, Alt 80’s, Mod & Indie Anthems!! All this and you can bowl / dine too! 9pm - 3am // £5 door, £4 adv.
Friday 31st May BIG GREASE PARTY
Radio Nasties The Watford Wrangler. 9pm-3am // £5 entry
.................................................... Regulars ................................................ Fridays The Lanes new regular Friday night club night. Very special live acts each week. Late Night Pizzas. Midnight Happy Hour on bowling, beer and spirits.
£3.50 Bowling // £3.50 White Russians BOWLING
With 5 vintage alleys, live music and food. 1 lane: £26 per hour for up to 6 people.
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 22 Nelson Street, Bristol, BS1 2LE Tel: 0117 325 1979 www.thelanesbristol.co.uk –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
La Rocca is conveniently located on the Clifton Triangle and has been one of Bristol’s most popular night clubs for over 20 years. Famed for its great atmosphere, value for money drinks offers every night and friendly service La Rocca continues to be the ultimate party venue for ‘nice’ people! We welcome one and all to the great La Rocca.
Every Thursday
ThE WEEkEND STARTS hERE!
ALSo available for private party/groups of 50 OR MORE!
With the weekend fast approaching why not bring your friends to Bristol’s friendliest night club for a feast of cheesy music and great value for money drinks offers! Ideal for celebrations, office parties or just a good old boogie with your mates, this is the way to start the weekend! 10.00pm - 3.00am // Free entry
Every Friday
the ultimate after work party!
La Rocca is the ideal place to let your hair down at the end of a long hard week, this busy night is popular with unpretentious young professionals who enjoy carrying on there after work drinks until the small hours of the morning! Our excellent DJ raises the roof with the very best cheesy tunes from the past 4 decades! 10.00pm - 3.30am // £3 - Discounts @ laroccabristol.co.uk
Every Saturday
The BIG ONE!
GET here Early TO Avoid the q’S
Popular for over 20 years La Rocca’s Saturday night always succeeds in bringing a full house of ‘nice’ people who enjoy a huge selection of cheesy classics and drinks offers that won’t dent your bank account! Whilst we are always very busy we still welcome groups, so why not arrange a guest list? 10.00pm - 4am // £3.00 before 11pm £4 after
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DRINKS OFFERS
AVAILABLE EVERY NIGHT
Smirnoff double vodka & mix £4.50, Double house spirit & mix £4.90 Double premium spirit & mix £5.50, 3 Bottles selected alcopop / lager £6, Vodka & energy drink Jug £12.
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STUDENT PARTY? OFFICE PARTY? Birthday Party? La rocca is available for private parties
La Rocca is also the ideal venue for private parties of 50 people upwards. We can host your event Sunday through to Thursday and we always ensure we tailor the venue to best cater for your requirements.
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GUEST LISTS AND PARTY BOOKINGS
For guestlists and party bookings please call: 01179 260 924 or 07768 261287 or if you prefer just log on to www.laroccabristol.co.uk for more information.
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 7-9 Triangle South, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1EY Tel: 01179 260 924 www.laroccabristol.co.uk –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
The legendary Lizard Lounge, located on Queens Road, continues to be the ultimate student party venue during the week leading up to the ever popular weekend party nights. Playing the very best in classic party tunes, chart and anthems the atmosphere is second to none! Don’t forget our famous cocktail jugs, shooters and special offers!
Every Monday
START THE WEEK...
THE LIZARD LOUNGE WAY!
One of the biggest nights of the week as the Lounge welcome party hungry students to start the week with our DJ playing the best student anthems and classics. Our normal drinks offers and legendary jugs and cocktails ensure that this is the ideal way to avoid those 9am Tuesday morning lectures! Every Tuesday
LIZARD TUESDAY
£2 VODKA MIXER / SELECTED SHOTS £1.50 AND SELECTED LAGER £1
Tuesdays are ever popular with students wishing to distract themselves from the hard grind of the academic week and just want to kick back to great party tunes and enjoy the odd jug or two of our famous cocktails. Every Wednesday
THE ORIGINAL SPORTSNIGHT!
HOT & SWEATY AFTER THE MATCH? TIME TO PARTY!
Hot and sweaty after the match? Time to party! The Lounge is the ultimate Sports team party venue with all our normal drinks offers including our mighty jugs. The cheesiest DJ’s raise the roof with classic student anthems! Every Thursday
PARTy NIGhT!*
Particularly popular as a party night, so if your sports club, your society or friends need a venue for a student party... the Lounge is the place for you, we are more than happy to arrange guest lists for this popular session. Every Friday
ThE WEEkEND STARTS hERE!
After a long week you deserve the best night out and we provide the ultimate party. So whether you are continuing your after work drinks, meeting up with old friends or want to boogie the night away, join us and start the weekend at the Legendary Lizard Lounge! Every Saturday
ThE BIG SATuRDAy!
Always ultimately popular, with the best DJ’s, our superb selection of cocktails and jugs and the friendliest staff in town we give you the best night out. Saturdays at the lounge are famous for a good reason! ...........................................................................................................
STUDENT GUESTLISTS & PROMOTERS WELCOME For guestlists and party bookings please call 07789 103 740.
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 66 Queens Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1QU Tel: 01179 497 778 www.lizardloungebristol.co.uk –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
A haunt for both locals and students all through the year and is consistently busy 7 nights a week. Fact! With seriously low drink prices and a consistently lively atmosphere every night of every week. Fancy some unpretentious good old fashioned merriment followed by dancing the night away into the wee hours of the morning? Mbargo it is then!
Every Monday
THE BOUNCE SUISSE TONY
Fun and funky feel good grooves to start your week with a bounce in your step. DJ Suisse Tony will be your resident soundtrack provider. Every Tuesday
DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH DJ JEWELL
Tracks you love to hear all night long. DJ Jewell will be your host for the evening at the hippest and of course the happiest place to be on a Tuesday. Every Wednesday
SLAM ON THE BREAKS
benny kane and friends
Our jet setting DJ Benny Kane showcases why he’s in demand all over the world playing Dubstep, Breakbeat, Electro and everything in between. Every Thursday
DAFT FUNK
benny kane and friends
Daft Funk serves up a special selection of tracks spanning across the years. Modern and classic takes across all genres. Get involved every Thursday. Every Friday
Melting pot SUISSE TONY
Start the weekend with a bang with Suisse Tony playing music that will keep you going all weekend long. Thank Funk it’s Friday! Every Saturday
higher ground JAMBO
Get your sweet little behind down to Bristol’s best loved bar and shake it all over the place! DJ Jambo whisks you away to a melodious wonderland across a colourful spectrum of music. Every Sunday
SUNDAY CLUB
Jay Wilcox / DJ Amo / Jambo
Miss work on Monday but don’t miss this night.
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– The Triangle, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1ER Tel: 01179 253 256 www.mbargobristol.co.uk –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Now open way after most bars have packed up and gone home, Mbargo Lounge is one of Bristol’s best-stocked bars, so whether its an exotic cocktail made with our huge selection of premium spirts, or just a pint of beer or cider, Mbargo Lounge is an oasis where you can soak up the atmosphere whilst enjoying the truly eclectic and soulful tunes served up by some of Bristol’s most esteemed DJ’s.
Monday - Thursday All Night
Happy Hour Prices Vodka Mixer £1.70 Double £2.90 Pint of Mbargo Beer £2.00 Selected Bottled Larger £1.50 Selected Alcopops £1.50 2 for 1 Cocktails £7.00 Sambuca / Tequila Shot £2.00 Jager Bombs £2.00 (Btw. 12-1am) Every Friday
ONE LOVE BEN DALEY
Join us to enjoy a selection of classic house, Disco and Rare Groove to start off the weekend. Open late into the early hours Fridays at Mbargo Lounge is the perfect place to party all night long. A great crowd, quality drinks selection and great music! Open until the small hours Every Saturday
SAT IN THE LOUNGE DJ Amo and SPECIAL GUEST DJ’S
On Saturdays come to enjoy the Mbargo Lounge exquisite cocktail list and the biggest party of the week with DJ Amo playing everything from Motown to Reggae, Disco to Breaks and Rare Groove to Soul. Mbargo Lounge is the place to be! Open until the small hours ........................................................................................................... Private Party Bookings
HAVE YOUR PARTY AT MBARGO LOUNGE HIRE OUR UPSTAIRS ROOM
We can host your party for up to 150 guests in our bar free of charge on any night, subject to numbers attending (and bar spend on Fridays and Saturdays only). If that’s not enough, there’s a luxurious upstairs lounge bar that you and your friends can have all to yourselves for up to 50 people. Call now or fill out our party booking form to get your celebration organised.
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 37 Triangle West, Clifton, Bristol Tel 01179 406 101 www.mbargolounge.co.uk –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Bright Red, behind the market on St Nicks street, a three floor mad funhouse that specialises in super sweaty aural delights of Rock n Roll, Pop and Disco. We pride ourselves on being Free to enter nearly every night, without compromising on our entertainment. Upstairs or downstairs you won’t be going anywhere quite like here!
CLUB NIGHTS
Saturday 4th May
Pirate Cat
The best in current and classic punk, indie, electro and dance floors anthems. Free entry!
Saturday 11th May
Distinguished Gentleman’s drinking club
From the 70’s to current we’ll be playing it all. From Blondie to Meatloaf and back again via a different route Free entry!
Saturday 25th May
mullet music
All the 80’s classic you know and love with out having to be ashamed of it! Free entry!
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quiz - box buster / Free Chilli
HOSTED BY PADDY & PAT 5free chilli 5 rounds including a music intros round, film, general, picture and specialists, Free hot chilli and a bonus round of ranging from £50 to £150. A fun quiz for all you people who like answering question without having to do an impression of a monkey for bonus points. Every Wednesday
OCD
DJ V-sign DJ V-sign spinning the decks each Wednesday with drink offers and a nice fun atmosphere for your mid week booze up. Expect plenty of dancing!!! £2 drinks deals all night. Free before 10pm, £2 after.
Every Friday
The Tune Factory
The best Indie, Rock and New Wave in town. Resident Dj SteveBob brings you the latest indie and chart and well as a different themed night each week. Expect everything you’d need from a Friday night plus great drink offers before 11pm. 8.00pm till 11.00pm // Free entry
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 7-9 St Nicholas Street, Bristol Tel: 07546082009 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Wolfies is the place for live music and late night party. It’s the place you’ll get the opportunity to see up and coming bands, to bust some moves on the dance floor, to watch talented artists paint live, to hear some quality musicians come together and jam their hearts out. We are open 7 nights a week and look forward to seeing you soon....
Thursday 2nd May
Drawn Recordings / DJ Sho’Nuff £3/4
Friday 3rd May
Molly Samson and the Cautionary Tales with support from The Long Finer Bandits and Woodland Blue £3/4
Saturday 4th May
The Coconut Jungle EP Launch! £3/4
Sunday 5th May
Land of the Giants with support from Joint Honours 12am ‘til late // £3/4
Friday 17th May
Shoot the Moon with support from The Clunks and The Clarky Cats £3/4
Saturday 18th May
Forestears with support from Comanche £3/4
Sunday 19th May
Big Chief Weird Bird FREE
Tuesday 21st May
Tuesday 7th May
Russian Winter: Live music, performance and Dj’s all night £2/3
Thursday 9th May
The SpeakEasy. Live music and Dj’s £3/4
Friday 10th May BOMBS The Territo Congregation
The New Groove Formation and support. Later: DJ Papa Moomin and DJ Big Chief Weird Bird £3/4
Livelite Presents: Macatier, Jerry Afraid, Jon Fazal, and Jon Reid Brisfest Fundraiser and DJ Vallee £3/4
Clayton Blizzard + DJ Jimi Needles (Aftershow) and DJ Tiercel £3/4
Saturday 11th May
Three Kings High with support from Faux Flux. Later: DJ Vallee £3/4
Sunday 12th May
MTB’s Glee Choir and DJ Lunchbox £3
Tuesday 14th May
Knees Up Presents: 6fears7 / Inuits and Groove Issue. : DJ Dave Remix £3/4
Thursday 16th May
Fran Classic with support from The Lake Marines and Michael Vickers Later: DJ Lunchbox £3/4
Thursday 23rd May Friday 24th May
Saturday 25th May
Gecko and DJ P.O.D.G.E £3/4
Sunday 26th May
DJ Big Chief Weird Bird Free
Tuesday 28th May
Memory of Elephants / Drift Electric Theatre Charity Fundraiser £3/4
Thursday 30th May
Nicholson Heal / These Colours and Shanade £3/4
Friday 31st May
Dirty Old Town! Live music and DJ’s ‘til late! / £3/4
.................................................... Regulars ................................................ Every Monday SongSmith A treasure chest of bands and performers playing live quality acoustic & folk music, showcasing both local and national talent. Free Entry. 6th DJ Alfie 13th DJ Alfie 20th DJ Sho Nuff 27th DJ Sho Nuff
Every Wednesday Mr. Wolfs Open Mic
An open stage for any musician/comedian/band of any level to perform at our friendly open mic nights. A free beer for performers and 2-4-1 noodles for all. Free Entry. 1st DJ Alfie 8th DJ Chazzie Jay 15th Little Bo Selecta 22nd DJ Jack Baldus
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 33 St Stephens Street, Bristol, BS1 1JX Tel: 0117 9273221 Web: www.mrwolfs.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Pam Pam is Bristol’s newest and freshest late night destination. The former Joe Public has been given a fantastic new refurbishment that has to be seen. Luxurious and funky surroundings offer you the chance to party in style to a weekly line up that is second to none. We invite you down to Clifton’s hot new venue.
Every Monday
LIFE
Pam Pam is located conveniently on the Triangle. This is the night Bristol students have been waiting for... The only VIP themed club on the Triangle which gives a stylish space to relax and unwind with friends in an environment of sophisticated privacy and a chance to blend with Bristol’s most elite crowd. The city’s leading DJ’s will be playing classic student anthems and the chart toppers you know and love. £4 guestlist £5 on the door - Guestlist and VIP bookings contact 07725 489 224.
Every Tuesday
LIVE MUSIC
With Special Guests. Check Pam Pam website for live Tuesday listings. Every Wednesday
VARSITY
Varsity Wednesdays is the biggest post match party, providing a wild party that is everyone’s favourite night out. Moving over to Pam Pam is the first step in Varsity becoming bigger and better than ever! Every Thursday
PROHIBITION
Prohibition brings a taste of the 1920’s to the speakeasy that is Pam Pam. Sneak down to this intimate venue for a night of debauchery and Electro swing vibes. With live acts appearing regularly this is a club night like no other in town and will leave holes in the soles of your feet after a night on the unique porcelain dancefloor. Every Friday
THE WEEKEND PART 1 DJ MATTY
Weekends at Pam Pam will offer you the highest quality late night atmosphere and party vibes with great DJ’s playing the music you love. £5 Entry
Every Saturday
THE WEEKEND PART 2 special guests
Weekends at Pam Pam will offer you the highest quality late night atmosphere and party vibes with great DJ’s playing the music you love. Come down, get involved and live it up. £5 Entry
Every Sunday
LIVE MUSIC & SUNDAY SESSIONS
Experience live music at Pam Pam with our amazing live sessions.
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Queens Avenue, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1QU Tel: 0117 973 1249 www.pampam.co.uk ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Bristols newest Magic Venue. Smoke & Mirrors is open 6 days a week with live music every weekend and great drink deals all week. Its free entry into the pub and every last Thursday of the month you can see award winning magicians perform great magic up close in an intimate 50 seat venue. Smoke & Mirrors is located directly behind the Bristol Hippodrome, by the stage door.
Free Hire
The Magic Theatre a 50-80 capacity room
Projector / Seating / Buffets / Karaoke / Disco Business Meetings / Live Bands Please get in touch if you are interested
...................................................................................................................... Every Friday and Saturday
Live Music
Steve Williams Ryan Inglis Pat Mcintyre
Jo Casta Will Blake Aoife Sullivan
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LIVE MAGIC SHOWS:
Friday 3rd & Saturday 4th May
Ian Keable
Winner of The Magic Circle Best Comedy Act
brings his one may show direct to Bristol for 2 nights only!
Saturday 11th May
Colin McLeod
The Man Who Knows.....Stuff
Words said with confidence as Colin McLeod took a captivated audience through his spectacular show, ‘It’s All in the Mind’ at the Camera Obscura tonight. With a venue entirely fitting for this particular spectacle, the audience recoiled a little as Colin’s use of the word ‘mentalist’ has negative associations with those of us not particularly versed in the workings of the human mind. Supported by Kieron the Mighty.
Friday 17th - Saturday 18th May
Mark Roberts
This is Mark at his finest 45 minutes of pure entertainment. Mind boggling feats of mind reading and subliminal persuasion with a smattering of humour along the way. Using a mixture of high level psychological trickery, misdirection, persuasional techniques and all-round chicanery, Mark will appear to read minds, duplicate unseen drawings, influence behaviour, become a human lie detector, rapidly memorise large chunks of data and much, much more. Supported by Kieron the Mighty.
Friday 24th - Saturday 25th May
The Wizards of Odd
Aaron Hayes & Jonti Sparrow are ‘The Wizards Of Odd’ a hilarious, vicarious and ever so slightly temerarious double act which takes Comedy, Magic & Music and squishes it all together into a family friendly 45 minute show! Supported by Kieron the Mighty.
Friday 31st May - Saturday 1st June
Matthew Le Mottée
Matthews show includes his signature routines among a whole host of magical feats that will have everyone laughing and amazed at what they witness throughout this magic packed show.
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 8 Denmark Street Bristol BS1 5DQ Tel: 01179 290 362 www.smokeandmirrorsbar.co.uk ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
The world famous Star & Garter has been owned by the legendary Dutty Ken with his unique reggae dancehall blend for almost two decades. With great friendly bar staff offering bargains from taps, through the fridge right up to top shelf, the party atmosphere promotes positive vibes from all who make this journey to part of Montpelier’s Bohemian quarter. “You don’t have to go home, but you can’t stay here”
Friday 3rd May
DUTTY KEN SKYLION
Reggae and Dancehall
9 till 4am // free b4 12 £3 after
Saturday 4th May
Star and garter presents Coast 2 Coast
Featuring the legendary Raw Master D of Powerjam radio at the controls playing the best of Funky house, Progressive house, Dubstep, Drum and Base, Reggae Dance Hall, Soul and Hip Hop 9 till 4am // £3 b4 12 £4 after
Friday 10th May
DUTTY KEN
Reggae and Dancehall
9 till 4am // free b4 12 £3 after
Saturday 11th May
GRASSROOTS
Skylion & DJ Flora Roots, Reggae and Dancehall 9 TILL 4am // free b4 12 £3 after
Friday 17th May
MARK DUB
Roots, Reggae and Dub
9 till 4am // free b4 12 £3 after
Saturday 18th May
NYTRO
Reggae, Soul plus More.
9 till 4am // £3 b4 12 £4 after
Friday 24th May
DJ DELUXS
Reggae and Dubstep.
9 till 4am // free b4 12 £3 after
Saturday 25th May
nestafari sounds
Roots, Rock, Dancehall, Reggae and Dub. 9 till 4am // free b4 12 £3 after
Saturday 31st May
NYTRO
Reggae, Soul plus More.
9 till 4am // £3 b4 12 £4 after
.................................................... Regulars ................................................ Mondays
Wedensdays
Reggae.
Reggae and Dancehall.
PAPA SMURF 9.00pm - 1 30am // Free Entry
DUTTY KEN
9.00pm - 1 30am // Free entry
Tuesdays
Thursdays
Reggae and Dancehall.
Reggae Roots and Culture.
DUTTY KEN
9.00pm - 1 30am // Free entry
BEEFY HYTAL ROCKAS 9.00pm - 1 30am // Free entry
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 33 Brook Rd, Montpelier, Bristol, BS6 5LR Tel: 0117 940 5552 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Bristol’s only music venue and club on a boat! From live toe-tapping Americana to the dirtiest Dubstep this side of London and everything in between, we have all your musical needs covered. We play host to the cream of the city’s weekly club nights as well as national and international touring live acts every week. Welcome aboard!
Friday 3rd May
KATEY BROOKS SINGLE LAUNCH
Friday 17th May
LORD HURON
Sunday 19th May
HOW TO DRESS WELL
Saturday 4th May
LAZY HABITS
Monday 20th May
SENSES FAIL
Tuesday 7th May
UNKNOWN MORTAL ORCHESTRA Wednesday 8th May
THE PIGEON DETECTIVES Friday 10th May
STRINGERBESSANT BAND Wednesday 16th May
THE PHOENIX FOUNDATION
Tuesday 21st May
THE SUMMER SET Friday 24th May
THE EGG
Tuesday 28th May
TRIBES
Thursday 30th May
THE CHRISTIANS
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CLUB & Regular Nights
PRESSURE
Bristol’s best indie and alternative club with 2 for 1 drinks all night, guestlist entry deals and cheap cocktail pitchers. Free before 10pm / £3 NUS / £4
Fridays
51°27’
Showcasing some of the biggest names in House, Garage, Techno, Grime and Bass music every week. #followourlead Free guestlist / £5 before midnight
Saturdays
POP CONFESSIONAL
Guilty pop pleasures from the Sixties to today in the main room, plus Classic Hip-Hop and RnB on the top deck. Free before 10pm / £5 before midnight
–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– The Grove, Bristol, BS1 4RB Tel: 01179 293 301 www.theklabristol.co.uk ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
The Woods is a long established landmark of Bristol, which has been going strong for over five years. We have one of the biggest spirit selections in Bristol, not to mention a massive selection of bottled beers. When it comes to weekend no bar does it like us, open till 4am on Friday and 6am on Saturday where we work through all the different types of music possible until the early hours.
Come and play at “Bristols Best Fun-Time Bar” (Bristol Cocktail Week Awards 2012)
May Bank Holidays Doors opening early, come embrace the sunshine with a BBQ in our garden and wash down with 2-4-1 cocktails till 8pm. Open til stupidly late. Every Monday
2 pint pitcher deal
2 pint pitcher of Grolsch Blonde £6 all night long. Every Sunday
Kick back Sundays
Sunday 2-4-1 all-day cocktails. Everyday
Drinks OFFERS 2-4-1 Cocktails £6 pitchers of Grolsch Blonde 5.00pm – 8.00pm
Private Hire
Book our mezzanine area for up to 40 guests. Available all night Sunday to Thursday and until 11pm Fridays and Saturdays. We can also tailor food and drink packages for you and your guests.
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Cocktail of the month: Orchard Breeze
A refreshing summery combination of white wine, lime and elderflower laced with vodka and finished with homemade apple jam. Perfect for the spring. Whisky
Whisky of the month: Highland Park Loki
The second release in Highland Park’s Valhalla Collection following last year’s Thor release. Loki is Thor’s adoptive brother, a mischievous soul, with an enigmatic character. Highland Park has created a whisky that matches Loki’s unique personality; a hit of sweet smoke from the peated cask gives way to cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and hints marmalade. Finishing on milk chocolate and a hint of marzipan. Beer
Beer of the month: Blue Moon
An invigorating, full bodied beer at 5.4% ABV, but with a twist all of its own. Served with a slice of orange to bring out the unique citrus flavours.
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 1 Park Street Avenue, Bristol, BS1 5JN Tel: 0117 925 0890 www.theelbowroom.co.uk –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––