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10 things to do this weekend, December 4-6

By Bristol24/7  Thursday Dec 3, 2015

Friday: SWITCH presents Swindle, Colston Hall Foyer
The second in a series of free live shows, genre-defying producer Swindle takes to the stage.
www.colstonhall.org/shows/swindle

Friday: Matt Lucas’ Banana Skin, St George’s
This Slapstick Festival pre-launch event will see the former Bristol Uni student discussing his career.
www.bristol247.com/channel/whats-on/comedy-01/standup/matt-lucas-banana-skin-slapstick-bristol?time=1449187200

EatDrink24/7 Launch Party is back on July 8 2026!
Exclusive collabs from Bristol’s favourite food vendors, available for one night only. Be first to grab your free copy of the EatDrink24/7 guide – plus every ticket comes with a free limited-edition beer can.

Friday: Helen Duff – Smasher, Wardrobe Theatre
The Edinburgh Fringe sell-out examines the intricacies of intimacy at the new venue.
www.thewardrobetheatre.com/livetheatre/helen-duff

Saturday: Gift Wrapping Station, St James Arcade
Have your Christmas presents beautifully wrapped in exchange for a donation to Age UK.
www.facebook.com/St-James-Arcade-260776490732357

Saturday: Victorian Breakfast, Historical Dining Rooms
Chow down like it’s 1895 at this special three-course Victorian dining experience.
www.historical-dining-rooms.co.uk/victorian%20breakfast.html

Saturday: The Dutty Whine Up, secret location
A one-off fashion showcase and club night where Dutty’s new name and first collection will be revealed. 
www.bristol247.com/channel/culture/music/previews/preview-the-dutty-whine-up-bristol

Saturday: Norman Jay and friends, Spiegeltent
Norman Jay will be joined by The Nextmen, Bristol Hi-Fi, a DJ set from Zero 7 and Typesun playing live.
Get Tickets

Sunday: St Nicholas’ Day, St Nick’s Market
Carols by local choirs and Christmas crafts, food and gifts from loads of independent traders.
@stnicksmarket

Sunday: Sunday Social, Spiegeltent
Part of the Spiegeltent Craft Beer Festival with music from Huey Morgan. Just don’t give him a mug.
Get Tickets

Sunday: Bellyful, Bearritos
A seven-course Peruvian dinner served up in the double-decker bus in the Bearpit.
@bellyfulbristol

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