Who are your Bristol Legends?

Nominations are now open for Bristol Legends, a new way for us to celebrate the best of Bristol through our content and a new event next year.

At Bristol24/7, we are always striving to put our city at the heart of everything we do. For more than a decade, we have been celebrating all things local, from independent businesses and restaurants to campaigners, community groups and concerts.

With Bristol Legends, we want to take this one step further. We’ll be highlighting the contributions that individuals, charities, organisations, artists and businesses make on a daily basis, spotlighting them with films, interviews, articles and a first-of-its-kind celebration and awards event at Ashton Gate Stadium on March 6, 2026.

We’re partnering with the brilliant AntiBanquet team on the event, working together to raise money for vital social impact initiatives, food charities as well as to ensure independent journalism in Bristol can continue into the future.

Attendees can expect a whole night of incredible entertainment, from show-stopping performances to food from one of Bristol’s greatest culinary minds, Josh Eggleton. And if that wasn’t enough, the awards will be rounded up with a party featuring some of Bristol’s best musicians, bands, djs and performers.

To celebrate and uplift the legends that make our city great, we need your help. Nominations are open now for our awards categories, spanning arts, sports, community, food and more.

Each category’s nominations will then be assessed by our hand-picked, expert panels. Some of the brightest lights in their respective fields, they will work with you and your nominations to name this year’s Bristol Legends.

We are asking for nominations in the following categories:

Food & Drink – sponsored by ViFi

Bristol’s varied and creative culinary world makes it a destination within the food and drink sector. We want to highlight the best of the lot, whether it’s your go-to coffee spot, your favourite food shop, greatest pub or the dining spot that makes your mouth water every time.

Bokman has recently been named one of the best Korean restaurants in the UK – photo: Bokman

Music

The independent music scene in Bristol is one that never misses. From groundbreaking grassroots venues and events to talented artists and performers, there’s something in it for everyone.

Bristol’s grassroots venues host an impressive variety of musical acts – photo: Adam Burrows

Performing Art

There are so many wonderful performing arts venues, events and individuals to celebrate in Bristol. We want to hear which you think deserve to be put in the spotlight as our performing arts Legends.

Local community performing arts groups are a huge part of the scene – photo: Luc Ashton-Tucker

Visual Art

This category is dedicated to the pioneering cultural movement of artists and creatives in our city. Nominate your favourite artists, exhibitions, venues or creative newcomers to recognise them as a potential visual arts Legend.

We have so many amazing areas spotlighting talented artists – photo: Caroline Achaintre

Business

Recognising achievements in business and innovation, this category highlights Bristol’s best start ups, independent businesses and industry leaders.

Independent businesses and local initiatives are making waves in the city and nationally – photo: Narrated Frames

Sustainability – sponsored by Bristol Waste

We’re looking for the best organisations and individuals who are working hard to bring sustainability to the city and beyond. Whether these are nature and biodiversity advocates, energy and home improvers, or activists, campaigners and volunteers, we want to know who deserves the title of Bristol Sustainability Legend.

Photo: Elliot Hingston

Community – sponsored by Great Western Credit Union

Bristol’s communities are so special, and so we’re looking for suggestions on the best organisations and individuals that help make them possible. Covering campaigners, volunteers, inclusive spaces and youth projects, we want to celebrate the people that make it all happen.

Community groups and projects are at the heart of Bristol – photo: Susie Long

Sport

With clubs like the Bears, City and Rovers, Bristol has no shortage of excellent sporting endeavours. But don’t worry, we don’t want to just focus on these teams. Let us know your favourite Bristol sportspeople, teams, venues and facilities to nominate them for the title of Bristol Sports Legend.

We want to highlight the most inspiring sporting endeavours in the city – photo: Afghan Youth Cricket Bristol

Bristol Legend

As well as our specific categories, we will be awarding one individual the title of overall Bristol Legend. From any walk of life, industry or profession, we want to spotlight someone who has made an undeniable and unforgettable impact on our city. Let us know who you think deserves to be named this year’s Bristol Legend.

If you are a business who would like to have a table at the Bristol Legends event or an individual who would like to attend, please contact events@bristol247.com.

If you’d like to find out more about sponsoring Bristol Legends, a category, award or section or are a creative organisation or performer who would like to contribute please get in touch with partnerships@bristol247.com.

Main photo: Bristol24/7