Things To Do / Bristol
26 things to do in Bristol this week, March 9-15 2026
Monday: Life Drawing & Social, The Grain Barge
Join a relaxed life drawing session at The Grain Barge, led by illustrator Lucy Grepne. Expect playful exercises, creative tips, and a friendly atmosphere. All abilities are welcome, with materials provided and plenty of opportunity to socialise and connect with fellow creatives.
Life drawing & social – photo: The Grain Barge
Monday: Monday Scaries, The Louisiana
Monday Scaries brings a night of raw, high-energy live music to The Louisiana, showcasing emerging rock talent and gritty indie sounds.
A Strange Alliance – photo: A Strange Alliance
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Tuesday: Baroque ’N’ Roll, The Mission Theatre
Get ready for a night where the harpsichord meets the headbang! Baroque ’n’ Roll features a programme of much-loved Baroque favourites alongside modern classics. You can expect everything from Bach and Vivaldi to a few surprises from Queen and Metallica, for a fantastically eclectic evening performed by the dynamic Bristol Ensemble.
Baroque ‘N’ Roll – photo: Bristol Ensemble
Tuesday: FuckUp Nights Bristol #12, the Square Club
The twelfth local installment of the global FuckUp Nights series which brings together entrepreneurs and professionals to share stories of mistakes and setbacks.
fuckupnights – photo: Prishtina
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Tuesday-Saturday: All The Happy Things at Bristol Old Vic
Sienna is trying to deal with her grief by clinging tightly to what she knows – in short, she’s seeing her dead sister everywhere she goes. A dark comedy about the power of sisterhood and grief, Naomi Denny’s “brilliant” ( Green Room Reviews) play All The Happy Things comes to The Weston Studio this March.
All The Happy Things – photo: Bristol Old Vic
Wednesday: Bristol Northern Soul Club, Old Market Assembly
Founded in 2021 by DJs Levanna McLean (aka Northern Soul Girl) and Eve Burgsoul, join the new generation of northern soul fans in Bristol who immerse themselves in the music, fashion and dance style.
Bristol Northern Soul Club – photo: Old Market Assembly
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Wednesday: Andrew Wasylyk, Bristol Beacon
Andrew Wasylyk blends jazz, neo-classical and electronica into captivating sound worlds. Joined by an ensemble of strings, brass and woodwind, his live set transforms rich, atmospheric textures into immersive, expressive musical narratives. Full of subtle surprises and emotional depth, expect a compelling, adventurous performance for curious ears and open hearts.
Andrew Wasylyk – photo: Bristol Beacon
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Wednesday: Christopher Macarthur-Boyd: Howling At The Moon, The Gaffe Comedy Club
One of the hottest tickets at the Fringe in 2025, ‘Howling At The Moon’ is Christopher Macarthur-Boyd’s new show of nocturnal stand-up about neurodivergence, sexuality and lunacy. Host of the Here Comes The Guillotine podcast alongside Frankie Boyle and Susie McCabe.
Howling at the Moon – photo: The Gaffe Comedy Club
Wednesday: Latin Street Dance Class, Connect Studio
Feel the rhythm at this energetic Latin Street Dance Class, blending dancehall, reggaeton, Brazilian funk and hip-hop. Open to all levels, it’s a welcoming space to learn new routines, build confidence and connect through vibrant, bass-heavy global sounds.
Latin Street Dance – photo: Mateo
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Thursday: Celebrating 100 years of Laurel and Hardy, Redgrave Theatre
Neil Brand is acclaimed as a world expert on music for silent film & comedy with his original composed and improvised scores performed live. Thanks to new restorations of Laurel & Hardy’s silent films, Neil will uncover gems of hilarity from the team whose comedy never ages. Neil’s engaging easy-going style, along with his Q&A at the end, makes for a highly entertaining evening.
100 years of Laurel and Hardy – photo: Redgrave Theatre
Thursday: Tease Queer Dating, SouthBank Club
Tease Queer Dating offers a relaxed, playful evening designed to spark meaningful connections within the LGBTQI+ community. Expect conversation-starting games, a curated DJ soundtrack and plenty of mingling, creating a welcoming, inclusive space to meet new people, flirt and embrace fresh possibilities.
Southbank Speed dating – photo: Tease Queer dating
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Thursday: Comedy For A Fiver at The Gaffe Comedy Club
Start the weekend early with stand-up for £5 every Thursday night at The Gaffe, Bristol’s home of comedy! A different line up every week, featuring some of the best comedians on the UK circuit and rising stars from the South West.
The Gaffe Comedy Club – photo: Julian Preece
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Friday: Svaneborg Kardyb. Bristol Beacon
Svaneborg Kardyb conjure luminous soundscapes where jazz, ambient and folk intertwine. With shimmering melodies, lush harmonies and hypnotic grooves, the Danish duo craft music that feels both intimate and expansive. Their live performances are meditative and deeply immersive. A serene, transporting musical journey.
Svaneborg Kardyb – photo: Bristol Beacon
Friday: Joz Norris, the Alma Tavern and Theatre
Comedian, actor, writer and prolific “maker of stuff” Joz Norris is known for his joyfully experimental and playful solo work, as well as a host of collaborations on stage, film and radio.
Joz Norris at the Alma Tavern Theatre – photo: Joz Norris
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Friday-March 19: The Love That Remains, Watershed
Hlynur Pálmason’s surrealist Icelandic dramedy captures a year in the life of a family, as a separating couple navigate their changing relationship while co-parenting their three children (played by the director’s own children). Tickets £6.00 – £11.50.
The Love That Remains – photo : Watershed
Friday: Brooke Law, Cafe Kino
Catch rising singer-songwriter Brooke Law live in an intimate gig showcasing tracks from her acclaimed debut album Naked Heart. Expect raw, soulful vocals blending rock and country influences, delivered with passion and gritty emotional depth.
Brooke Law ‘Naked Heart’ at Cafe kino – photo: Brooke Law
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Friday: Moroccan Cookery Class, Cooking It
Discover the vibrant tastes of Morocco in this hands-on adult cooking class at Cooking It Bristol. Learn to create authentic dishes with fragrant spices, fresh herbs, and traditional techniques, then enjoy your meal together. Includes ingredients, equipment, and recipes to take home after this relaxed, sociable three-hour experience.
Morrocan Cooking Class – photo: Cooking It
Saturday: Stevie Martin, The Wardrobe Theatre
Stevie Martin (Taskmaster, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, The Horne Section TV Show) returns to live comedy after millions of views for her online comedy.
Stevie Martin: Clout | photo: Bristol Old Vic
Saturday: Food & craft market, the Ardagh
Plans, treats and food are on offer at this bi-monthly community market in Horfield.
Food & craft market photo: The Ardagh
Saturday: QUEER AS F*CK: The Birthday Party, Old Market Assembly
This wild cabaret-style club night brings together top queer talent for a birthday bash of circus, drag, burlesque and high-energy DJ sets. Expect performances from RuPaul’s Drag Race UK stars, daring acts and fierce dancing all night long.
The Birthday Party (cabaret club-night) – photo: Queer As F*ck
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Saturday: El Búho | Dengue Dengue Dengue | Coco María | Bushbby | AUKA, Sawmills
Downtempo folktronica legend El Búho heads up this feast of Latin American club sounds at Sawmills, Bristol’s sprawling new venue. Also performing are Peru’s cumbia-dub-techno duo Dengue Dengue Dengue, Mexican selector Coco María, UK-Colombian powerhouse Bushbby and interdisciplinary artist Auka. Grooves from South America to the Caribbean, all powered by the amazing Lambda Labs soundsystem.
DNGDNGDNG – photo: Alejandro Loayza Grisi _ Masks by Twee Muizen
Sunday: The Greatest Showman, Bristol Hippodrome
Bristol plays host to the world premiere of this new Disney musical which no doubt will later transfer to the West End and Broadway.
Greatest Showman – photo: Sebastian Nevols
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Sunday: Lieven Scheire: Artificial Intelligence, Redgrave Theatre
Experience Lieven Scheire, Belgium’s beloved science-comedian, in a hilarious, mind-expanding show. Blending physics, AI, and cosmic mysteries with sharp wit, Lieven makes science entertaining and accessible. A sensation across Europe, his sold-out shows, podcasts, books, and festival Nerdland have captivated audiences with humour, intellect, and charm.
Lieven Scheire: – photo: Redgrave Theatre
Sunday: Queer Hiking Bristol South Bristol & Northern Slopes, Bedminster Train Station
Join a free, welcoming 4.5-mile queer-led walk through South Bristol’s green spaces and northern slopes, offering a relaxed chance to enjoy nature, meet others and explore local trails together. No ticket or experience is needed.
Nature image – photo: Queer Hiking Bristol
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Sunday: Mother’s Day Class, Cooking It
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a joyful hands-on Italian cookery class at Cooking It Bristol. Mums and children will make fresh pasta, bruschetta with homemade focaccia and antipasti, plus tiramisù-in-a-cup, then sit down together to enjoy their feast with bubbly for mums and sparkling mocktails for kids.
Mother’s day cooking class – photo: Cooking It
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Until April 12; The Everyworld, Watershed
In The Everyworld exhibition, artists Andrew and Eden Kötting invite you into an exuberant kaleidoscope of visions, snippets, memories, and collisions. Opens Fri 23 Jan. Tickets pay-what-you-can starting from £5.00.
The Everyworld – photo: Watershed
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Until May 10: Poster Power! at Victoria Art Gallery
Discover 200 years of British poster design at the Victoria Art Gallery in Bath. Poster Power! showcases an exceptional range of British advertising posters from the 19th and 20th centuries, promoting everything from theatre shows, events and travel to political campaigns and World War One recruitment.
Bath official guide book – photo: Victoria Art Gallery
And coming soon…
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March 18: Beethoven, St George’s
The Bristol Ensemble performs Beethoven’s uplifting Symphony No.6 – the Pastoral, one of classical music’s most vivid celebrations of the natural world. The programme also features Vivaldi’s Springfrom The Four Seasons, Mendelssohn’s evocative Hebrides Overture, and Mozart’s radiant Exsultate Jubilate, brought to life by soprano Chiara Braggion.
Beethoven – photo: Bristol Ensemble
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April 11: Just For A Moment, Bristol Folk House
A night filled with spontaneous laughter and unexpected surprises as the Local Improv troupe takes the stage. They’re set to captivate you with their quick-witted performances, drawing the audience in to create hilarious scenes that leave you on the edge of your seat in sheer delight. Prepare to be amazed as they skilfully weave together humour and creativity, ensuring an unforgettable evening of entertainment.
Just For A Moment – photo: Live From Da Hive
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April 18: The Improv Gauntlet, PRSC
The Improv Gauntlet has returned for its third instalment! Four teams will take to the stage on April 18th, but only one can be crowned champion. To take the crown, the performers must first appease Queen Rhiannon of the North, our iron-fisted ruler. Who will be crowned? Will it be I Know What I Saw, G.O.D.S, After the Interval, The Grims Brothers? Any one of these troupes could be crowned the Champion of the Gauntlet!
The Improv Gauntlet – photo: Live In Da Hive
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May 2: Jam On The Horizon, Sawmills
Five venues, eight stages, and a full day and night celebration of music from around the globe. Adding a vast Victorian Sawmill to the list of venues featured.
Jam On The Horizon – photo: Sawmills
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May 12: thistle. Rough Trade
thistle are a Northampton, United Kingdom-based indie rock band that blends shoegaze with indie rock and hardcore punk. They play Rough Trade on Tuesday 12th May, tickets are on sale now!
thistle. – photo: Crosstown Concerts
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October 11: DeVotchKa, Bristol Beacon
DeVotchKa are coming to Bristol’s Lantern Hall on Sunday October 11th to celebrate the music from the classic 2006 movie ‘Little Miss Sunshine’ . The tour marks the 20th anniversary of the film’s release and will see the band performing music from the soundtrack and other favourites! Tickets are on sale now.
DeVotchKa – photo: Crosstown Concerts
Main photo: Julian Preece | The Gaffe Comedy Club
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