Festivals Events in Bristol
61 upcoming festivals events
Bristol's festival calendar offers a unique blend of intimate cultural gatherings and expansive outdoor celebrations that define the city's creative spirit. From the historic charm of Bristol Folk House to the industrial energy of CIRCUIT Bristol, venues across Avon provide diverse backdrops for music, arts, and community festivities. The scene thrives on local pride, drawing crowds who value authentic experiences over generic entertainment. Whether attending a large-scale outdoor celebration at The Prospect Building or an intimate performance at O2 Academy Bristol, visitors encounter a city that celebrates its rich history while embracing contemporary expression. With over a hundred active events throughout the year, the atmosphere remains consistently engaging. This eclectic mix ensures that every festival tells a distinct story, reflecting the city's enduring reputation as a hub for innovation and artistic freedom within the West Country.
As of October 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 61 upcoming festivals events in Bristol, Avon, including 2 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
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Oct 9, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
📍 Cary Grant Statue
Lush Greens Autumn Harvest Festival 2026
📍 Lush Greens
£0.00
FREEOktoberfest: Bristol vs Bavaria
📍 The Full Moon & Attic Bar
Oktoberfest
📍 The Full Moon And Attic Bar
From £7.00
Bristol Photo Festival: Launch Night & Listening Event Tickets
📍 IC Visual Lab & The Welcome Building
Moon Festival Banquet
📍 Wong's
£43.23 - £473.94
Apoctoberfest FULL WEEKEND PASS Tickets
📍 Loco Klub
Opening Party w. Jabu, Dan Johnson & Regina Collage
📍 Arnolfini
Poetry Film Festival Tickets
📍 John Sebastian Lightship
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Oct 17, 2026 - Oct 18, 2026
SOY CUBA
📍 Malcolm X Community Centre
£16.96 - £98.22
Poetry Film Festival, Bristol
📍 The John Sebastian
£15.00
Circu5 at Summer's End Festival
📍 Chepstow Drill Hall
From £70.00
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Oct 19, 2026 - Oct 22, 2026
📍 Avon Valley Adventure Park
Steve Pilgrim
📍 The Louisiana
FORBIDDEN WORLDS: THE BIG SCREAM - EUROPEAN SLAYCATION - FESTIVAL PASSES Tickets
📍 Bristol Megascreen
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Mini Fireworks Festival at Godstone Farm
📍 Godstone Farm
Sudafest 2026: a day of celebration, community and creativity
📍 Sparks Bristol
Free - £15.00
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A Court of Thorns and Roses 6 - Midnight Masked Fantasy Ball in Bristol
📍 Waterstones
£7.00 - £30.00
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Halloween Bristol 2026, Event, Festival, Activity & Party Guide!
📍 Multiple Venues
Riot Bristol October
📍 TBA
£15 to £25
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The UnUsual Suspects @ The Boxing Gym - Halloween Weekender pt. 1
📍 The Boxing Gym
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4am Kru: Halloween Carnival Of The Dead
📍 The Prospect Building
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The Usual Suspects @ The Boxing Gym - Halloween Weekender pt. 2
📍 The Boxing Gym
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Festivals Events in Bristol — Complete Guide
Discover the vibrant festivals scene in Bristol with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates festivals events from across Bristol, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.
Whether you're looking for tonight's festivals events or planning ahead for the weekend, our real-time listings are updated daily to ensure you never miss out on the best festivalsexperiences Bristol has to offer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many festivals events are on in Bristol?
There are currently 61 upcoming festivals events in Bristol. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming festivals in the city.
Are there free festivals events in Bristol?
Yes — 2 of the current festivals listings in Bristol are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.
Where can I find festivals events in Bristol this weekend?
Browse this weekend's festivals events in Bristol at /bristol/events/this-weekend, or use the date filters to see what's on today, tonight or later this week.
How do I book tickets for festivals events in Bristol?
Every festivals listing on EventsList.co.uk includes a direct booking link to the official ticket seller. Open any event to see full details, pricing and the "Book Tickets" button.
How often are festivals listings updated on EventsList?
We pull in new festivals events for Bristol three times a day from official UK ticketing platforms including Ticketmaster, Skiddle and Eventbrite, so you always see the most up-to-date listings.
Festivals Events in Bristol — Your Complete Guide
Bristol's festivals calendar is one of the highlights of the city's cultural year, transforming parks, streets, public squares and indoor venues into vibrant spaces of communal celebration. The city's festival programme covers music, food, film, literature, arts, culture, heritage and sport — there's something to mark almost every season.
Summer brings the largest outdoor festivals to Bristol, with multi-day events drawing tens of thousands of visitors from across the region and beyond. Music festivals in particular have deep roots in the city, and the annual programme of headline festivals now ranks among the most anticipated events in the UK's cultural calendar.
But Bristol's festival scene isn't only about headline names. Community festivals celebrating the city's diverse cultures — Caribbean carnivals, South Asian food festivals, Chinese New Year celebrations, African arts festivals — are among the most joyful and authentic experiences the city offers. Many are free to attend and genuinely open to all.
Planning a festival visit in Bristol: buy tickets early for the most popular events as they frequently sell out months in advance; check travel options carefully as major festivals often lead to road closures and increased public transport demand; bring layers as British summer weather is unpredictable; and allocate more time than you think you'll need — the best festival experiences are rarely rushed.