LOCAL EVENTS
What’s on... Bristol Shakespeare Festival
Running an event? Let us know and we'll help promote it! 14 July to 30 Aug
The Bristol Shakespeare Festival is an annual festival held during June, July and August. Hosting performances and events inspired by the Bard ,in indoor and outdoor spaces across Bristol, from companies across the UK. Whether you prefer the traditional or the experimental, there's something for everyone.
Think Global: Act Bristol at M Shed
20 July to 30 Oct
Exhibition at M Shed exploring big environmental questions affecting people here and worldwide, and presents perspectives from a wide range of local voices.
Magic Malka Parlour Show at Cloak and Dagger
19 July & 26 July
Magic Malka, their resident magician is back with an intimate parlour show. Magic Malka is one of the citiy's famous magicians, he specialises in close up magic which will blow your mind!
Screening & Q&A: De Anima at Spike Island
26 July
Join Spike Island on 26 July for a special artist presentation of De Anima (2018-21) by Clara Jo. Spanning documentary, narrative and animation, De Anima examines how various gendered, racialised, economic and metabolic systems embedded within the global health system, drive fear of contamination from the nonhuman world.
Rizwan-Muazzam Qawwals at St George's Bristol
27 July
Asian Arts Agency presents the internationally acclaimed Rizwan-Muazzam Qawwals who are to make a highly anticipated return to the UK, bringing an unforgettable musical experience of enchanting, majestic and intoxicating Sufi music.
Parker's Adventure with Bristol Animal Rescue Centre
27 July to 31 Aug
To celebrate 135 years of helping, healing and homing the city's vulnerable animals, Bristol Animal Rescue Centre has created an interactive adventure trail.
Sustainable Pop-Up Market at Future Leap
30 July, 27 Aug & 24 Sept
The Future Leap monthly sustainable markets are a celebration of local talent which provides an eco-conscious space for finding gifts and green alternatives to the high street.
Leena Norms at Trinity Centre
31 July
Raise the Bar presents a Bristol reading from the brilliant debut collection of YouTuber, writer & poet, Leena Norms. Plus a local support lineup TBA.
Bristol Light Festival presents: Luminarium
4 Aug to 14 Aug
Bristol Light Festival is bringing the sensational sensory experience Luminarium to Bristol for 11 days this summer as a free-to-visit immersive experience on College Green.
Wiper Walkies at Wiper and True, St Werburghs
7 Aug, 4 Sept & 2 Oct
A friendly dog walking group on the first Sunday of every month. Meet at Wiper and True's St Werburghs Taproom at 1pm for a one hour walk around the Mound, circling back to the taproom for a free pint at 2pm. You can also just join the walk, or meet them at the taproom for a drink.
Open Mic at Cloak and Dagger
18 Aug
Cloak and Dagger is an independent grassroots venue which provides opportunities for new up and coming artists to showcase their work. This is the night to get seen and get booked for future gigs! Set in the "Carousel" downstairs, watch a mixture of live music, spoken word and comedy. Hosted by Underground Sounds.
Bristol International Balloon Fiesta
11 Aug to 14 Aug
Europe's biggest hot air balloon event
The Great Ant Exhibition at Fairfield School
27 Aug
Ants on a Rock is hosting The Great Ant Exhibtion! With many vendors such as Antsrus and The Ant Lady. Enjoy raffles, guest speakers, free gifts, discounts and lots more.
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