Music

The Downs Festival 2018

Date: Saturday, Sep 1 2018
Time: 1:00pm
Venue: Durdham Downs
Price: various

The Downs Festival 2018 returns with a stellar line up including Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Paul Weller, Orbital and Goldie and the Heritage Orchestra on Saturday September 1st.

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds and Paul Weller will take to the main stage as part of a line-up that also features Somerset rockers The Heavy and Houston trio Khruangbin, Blossoms, Saint Etienne, Nadine Shah and Dream Wife.

The second stage will be headline by EDM legends Orbital and will also host performances from legendary producer and DJ Goldie and the Heritage Ensemble, dance legends Basement Jaxx (DJ Set), Jarvis Cocker’s Desperate Soundsystem, Bad Sounds and Laid Blak.

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.

Since its inception three years ago once again festival goers can expect excellent day featuring a line-up of the best live acts around, alongside smaller venues with panel discussions, film and art, food, alcohol and soft drink concessions, children’s entertainment and decorations throughout the site.

 

 

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By jade saul, Friday, Aug 24 2018

EATDRINK24/7 LAUNCH PARTY
CALLING ALL FOODIES!

Bristol's only truly independent food & drink guide is back, and we're throwing a party to celebrate on July 8 2026 at Wiper and True Brewery & Taproom, Old Market.

  • Exclusive collaborations from Bristol's favourite food vendors (you can't try these special dishes anywhere else)
  • Be the first to pick up your free copy of the EatDrink24/7 Guide
  • Music + great drinks
  • Each ticket includes a beer from Wiper and True, a special limited-edition can created just for the occasion.

One night only - don't miss out

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