Things To Do / Bristol
18 things to do in Bristol this week, July 6-12 2026
Monday: SWIG featuring Phil Durrant, The Star and Dove
An evening of spontaneous music from South West Improvisers Group, featuring multi-instrumentalist improviser/composer/sound artist Phil Durrant.
SWIG, by SWIG
Monday: Money and pricing for creative and neurodivergent minds workshop, WILDHeart Stokes Croft
A workshop to help people that are struggling with things like undercharging massively, avoiding their finances or quietly panicking every time they look at their bank account. Topics will include how to price properly, how to hold money safely and how to build good financial habits.
Money workshop – photo: WILDHeart
Tuesday: People’s Emergency Briefing on the Climate and Nature Crisis, Sparks Bristol
A special screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing for people in education and related sectors. Featuring an “eye-opening” film on the climate crisis and a discussion on what can be done in response.
People’s Emergency Briefing – photo: People’s Emergency Briefing
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Wednesday: Jinx Monsoon, Bristol Beacon
Jinkx Monsoon brings Speaking of Witch to Bristol Beacon for a gloriously unfiltered evening of comedy, music and storytelling. Fresh from Broadway, the two-time RuPaul’s Drag Race winner blends razor-sharp wit, live songs and piano-bar flair with hilarious tales of love, identity and modern witchcraft. Both bold and irresistibly entertaining.
Jinx Monsoon – photo: Bristol Beacon
Wednesday: EatDrink24/7 launch party, Wiper and True Brewery & Taproom
Join Bristol24/7 in celebrating the very best of Bristol’s food and drink scene. Be among the first to get your copy of the brand-new EatDrink24/7 guide – Bristol24/7’s much-loved annual publication showcasing the city’s restaurants, cafés, pubs, bars and independent food businesses. 
Wednesday: Palestine Film Fundraiser: It Must Be Heaven, The Arc
A fundraising screening hopes to support Gaza families and Bristol-based Palestinians, alongside the sale of homemade Palestinian food.
It Must Be Heaven – image: It Must Be Heaven
Wednesday-Sunday: Bristol Seafood Week, various venues
This city-wide celebration of sustainable British seafood brings together chefs, restaurants and producers from across Bristol and the South West. Founded by Josh Eggleton, the event highlights seafood from UK waters and includes a special chefs’ banquet featuring collaborations from COR, Noah’s and The Pony.
Bristol Seafood Week – photo: Bristol Seafood Week
Thursday: Dune-ical & Friends, Exchange
For one night only, Gunkus headlines Exchange Basement for their alt punk retelling of Dune along with some songs that are arguably serious, including their latest track: Addicted To Dick.
Dune-ical & Friends – photo: Exchange
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Thursday-Sunday: The Enormous Crocodile, Bristol Old Vic
This mischievous musical based on Roald Dahl’s snappy book has top-tapping tunes, a rib-tickling script and a menagerie of puppets. Perfect for the whole family. “Wild, whimsical, and wonderfully wacky” (★ ★ ★ ★ ★ London Theatre Reviews).
The Enormous Crocodile – photo: Bristol Old Vic
Friday: Rocky Dawuni, The Jam Jar
Rocky Dawuni is a four-time Grammy-nominated musician and global activist Rocky. Straddling the boundaries between Africa, the Caribbean, and the US, he creates an Afro-Roots sound which unites generations and cultures. In 2026 he celebrates 30 years in the music industry with a new album and European tour.
Rocky Dawuni – photo: Rocky Dawuni
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Friday: The Last One for the Road, Watershed
Surviving bar-to-bar on anecdotes and the ‘good old days’, two blustery 50-somethings hatch a plan to change their luck by digging up the cash their old pal buried before he left for Argentina.
The Last One For The Road – photo: Watershed
Friday: Sistaland, Chew Valley Lake
A three-day lakeside festival “for women, trans women and non-binary creatives navigating the film and creative industries”. Sistaland promises “a space for honest conversations, real connection (and) creative expansion”
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Friday: Birds of War, Watershed
A London-based Lebanese journalist and a Syrian activist and cameraman retrace their love story over thirteen years of war, revolutions and exile. Drawing on intimate personal archive, Birds of War asks what it means to build a life together in a world shaped by conflict.
Birds of War – photo: Watershed
Saturday: Bristol Pride, various venues
Pride day sees an annual march through the centre and a party on the Downs in celebration of, and protest for, LGBTQ+ rights.
Pride Day – photo: Dan Weill
Saturday: Official Pride afterparty, O2 Academy
A special takeover of the O2 Academy for Bristol Pride, the official afterparty carries on celebrations with performances, DJs and a few surprises along the way.
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Sunday: Shallow Roots, Tobacco Factory Cafe Bar
Free, world-class live music every Sunday in the Tobacco Factory Cafe Bar. Shallow Roots is an eight piece band, playing dance music that fuses Afro, Caribbean, Spanish, Latin, and Western pop… Guaranteed to get your feet moving! From 7pm.
Shallow Roots – photo: Tobacco Factory
Sunday: Metal 2 The Masses grand final, Exchange
The final battle of the metal bands in Bristol’s 2026 Metal 2 The Masses, featuring Alyris, Bearpit, Martyrs Saint, Smile More, Colour of Bone and Augmentia. The special guest headliner is Monochrome.
Metal 2 The Masses, by Metal 2 The Masses
And coming soon…
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July 13-18: Black is the Color of My Voice, Bristol Old Vic
This “nothing short of sensational” five-star show sold out Bristol Old Vic eight times over in 2024. Now it’s back by popular demand. Don’t miss this compelling insight into Nina Simone’s life – and a fascinating period in history – punctuated with her most iconic songs performed live.
Black is The colour Of My Voice – photo: Bristol Old Vic18SPONSORED
July 25: Michelle Wolf, Bristol Beacon
Known for her fearless honesty and biting social commentary, Michelle Wolf returns with her latest stand-up show, Best Job in the World. The Emmy-nominated comedian takes aim at everything from politics to everyday absurdities, delivering the fast-paced, uncompromising humour that has made her one of comedy’s most distinctive voices.
Michelle Wolf – photo: Bristol Beacon
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July 28-30: Toto the Ninja Cat, Redgrave Theatre
Based on Dermot O’Leary’s best-selling children’s book, illustrated by Nick East, this purr-fectly thrilling tale is filled with original music, laugh-out-loud fun, and extraordinary puppetry, promising fun for the whole family.
Toto The Ninja Cat – photo: Redgrave Theatre
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July 31: Swing From Paris, Redgrave Theatre
Swing From Paris are a virtuoso all-string jazz quartet bringing the spirit of 1930s–50s Paris to life with stylish swing, gypsy jazz and tango. Inspired by legends including Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli, they’ve performed at major UK and European festivals and on BBC TV and radio.
Swing from Paris – photo: Redgrave Theatre
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September 1: Brakes, Strange Brew
English rock band Brakes are heading to Strange Brew on September 1st.
Brakes – photo: Crosstown Concerts
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September 10: The Selecter, The Fleece
English ska revival band The Selecter are coming to The Fleece on September 10th!
The Selecter – photo: Crosstown Concerts
Main photo: Dan Weill
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