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18APR

There’s a way to become a ninja in Bristol – and it’s getting bigger

Ninja Warrior Adventure Park Bristol, the obstacle course and inflatables park inspired by the TV show, are expanding their range.   For those not in the know, Ninja Warrior UK is a physical obstacle assault course game show. Based upon the...
18APR

The prodigal son is returning to Bristol with his talented crew of local heroes

Avant-jazz no-wave Bristolian Bingo Fury is coming back to Bristol’s Jam Jar for a debut album launch show this Saturday, 20 April.   Bingo Fury is the musical persona of Jack Ogborne – the character of Bingo is a vessel for...
18APR

It’s a good Saturday to go to the park – here’s some of Bristol’s best green spaces

This Saturday, 20 April, is set to be bright, sunny, and full of spring verve – why not head to one of these green spaces to enjoy it? Spring is fully springing, and the season’s joys are singing – the sun has come out to play, and...
18APR

Programme launched for the South West’s inaugural DIASPORA! Festival

Today launching its full programme, this brand-new festival will take place across the Early May Bank Holiday weekend at almost 40 venues and over 70 events planned with nearly 200 artists.   Diverse Artists Network presents DIASPORA! across...
18APR

Full cast announced for Bristol Old Vic’s Tom Felton-starring summer production

Hitting the UK’s longest continuously running theatre in June, A Child of Science is an exciting new play from Bruntwood Prize-winning writer Gareth Farr.   A Child of Science will run at Bristol Old Vic from Wednesday 5 June until Saturday...
18APR

Beloved Bristol illustrator to celebrate 10 years of music t-shirt designing

Silly billy Bristol illustrator Turbo Island will be celebrating ten years of “colourful and cocky t-shirts for the music geeks and cartoon freaks” with an exhibition and club night.   This Friday 19 April, fans of Turby’s...
17APR

TOMORROW: Stars of Reef and Massive Attack come to South Bristol pub

Jack Bessant of Reef and Damon Reece of Massive Attack are set to appear together at Bedminster’s newest pub tomorrow, Thursday 18 May.   English rock fans will no doubt be familiar with Reef and Massive Attack – the former being...
17APR

Electro indie favourites announce massive UK tour – including at date in Bristol!

Public Service Broadcasting are back and teasing new music with the announcement of an extended autumn/winter run of shows throughout the UK and Europe.   Public Service Broadcasting will play Bristol Beacon’s Beacon Hall on Saturday...
17APR

UB40 are playing an outdoor summer gig this year – and tickets are on sale tomorrow

UB40 ft. Ali Campbell, the version of classic reggae band led by founding member and long-time singer Ali Campbell, are coming to Bristol’s Lloyds Amphitheatre this August – and tickets are on sale tomorrow.   UB40 are one of the...
17APR

Another stellar lineup will take over Trinity for its beloved annual Garden Party

The sun-soaked all-dayer is back once again and the Trinity Centre team can’t wait to welcome Bristolian through their famous gates once again.   Trinity Garden Party will take over the Bristol venue’s grounds on Sunday 12 May...
17APR

How to spot bats in Bristol this spring and summer

We’ve got excellent news – important news, even. It’s Bat Appreciation Day. These unjustly-maligned flying friends are a crucial part of ecosystems in both the UK and the wider world in the form of seed dispersal, pollination, and...
17APR

‘The world’s greatest post-millennial punks’ to play Bristol double header

Expect high energy and from Australian trio The Chats as they head to Marble Factory for two nights of maximum rock & roll and punk rock madness.   The Chats will play Bristol’s Marble Factory on Wednesday 11 and Thursday 12 December...
16APR

THIS SUNDAY: Celebrate 50 years of hip hop at one of Bristol’s most iconic venues

Trinity Centre are running a massive party this weekend to recognise and celebrate half a decade of one of the world’s favourite music genres, and Bristol’s role in the scene.   ‘Hip-Hop at 50’ will take over Bristol’s...
16APR

Bristol’s biggest genre festival is back in just a month

It’s just a month to go until the start of Forbidden Worlds Film Festival, Bristol’s biggest genre film festival – and the first film festival to be hosted at Bristol’s massive IMAX screen.   Forbidden Worlds is the...
16APR

Do you want to hear Darude’s Sandstorm performed on an acoustic guitar?

First rising to prominence as a viral sensation, the guitar virtuoso two-piece, Showhawk Duo will be in Bristol this month as part of their brand new headline tour.   Known worldwide for their innovative style – flawlessly performing...
16APR

Edinburgh Fringe favourite Rob Auton is bringing his new show to Bristol

Fresh off the back of a critically acclaimed sell-out run at last year’s Fringe, the award-winning comedian writer and actor returns to Tobacco Factory Theatres.   Rob Auton will perform ‘The Rob Auton Show’ at South Bristol’s...
16APR

Getting to Know the Dame with Andre Seidel

This week on Getting to Know, we spoke with Andre from fresh-faced Bedmisnter skater pub, The Dame - formerly the Tap & Barrel. We spoke with Andre on what makes it a skater bar, giving back to the community - and their visits from music royalty.   Can...
16APR

Feast On announce second tier of Festival tickets

Dive into the heart of Bristol’s thriving food scene with this vital new addition to Bristol’s summer calendar – hurry though, first release tickets sold out in under four hours!   Feast On Festival runs at The Downs, Bristol...