It’s time to forget your winter woes and start planning a summer you’ll never forget. Bristol has tonnes to offer in terms of festivals – from music to food and literally everything in between.
When: 11th – 13th March
Where: Various locations
What: Not just film – the festival will feature a mix of activities, entertainment, screenings and even film-related wine tastings. Something not to be missed for any film fanatics.
More info: http://www.bristolfilmfestival.com/
When: 18th – 20th March
Where: Various locations
What: Featuring free concerts, jam sessions, dancing and workshops, this festival has something for all the family and is a great way to learn about jazz and blues if you’re not already a pro.
More info: http://www.bristoljazzandbluesfest.com/
When: 25th – 28th March
Where: Circomedia, The Trinity Centre and All Hallows Hall
What: Now in its sixth year, they aim to be the perfect Lindy Hop festival, with an added Bristol twist. Their schedule includes classes for absolute beginners, so has there ever been a better time to learn the original swing dance?
More info: www.swingdancebristol.com
When: 28th April – 7th May
Where: Various locations
What: Food glorious food! The festival encourages people to submit their own events, keeping with Bristol’s independent nature, but will also include banquets, cooking demos and community events.
More info: http://www.bristolfoodconnections.com/
When: 12th – 22nd May
Where: Various locations
What: A festival of contemporary theatre taking place across the city. Plays are taking place everywhere – from the Old Vic to secret outside venues.
More info: http://mayfestbristol.co.uk/
When: 21st – 22nd May
Where: Various locations
What: This is the UK’s biggest vegan event. There will food stalls during the day, followed by live DJs in the evening. If you’ve been thinking about making the change to vegan, this is the event for you.
More info: http://vegfest.co.uk/bristol/
When: 28th – 29th May
Where: Eastville Park
What: The music festival has grown in recent years and is now attracting bigger and better headliners. This year’s line up boasts Hot Chip and Dizzee Rascal and tickets are selling fast.
More info: www.lovesavestheday.org
When: 11th – 25th June
Where: Various locations
What: The Festival of Nature gives wildlife-lovers of all age the opportunity to discover and enjoy the natural world, featuring a line-up of hands-on activities, amazing river art and performance, workshops, celebrity talks, live entertainment, local market stalls and much more.
More info: http://www.festivalofnature.org/
When: 1st – 10th July
Where: Various locations
What: Celebrating all things LGBT, there are events all week, but the main feature of the festival is Pride Day on the 9th. The line up is yet to be announced, but there will be Pride comedy nights and theatre throughout the week.
More info: http://bristolpride.co.uk/
When: 2nd – 3rd July
Where: Bristol Harbourside
What: A festival of meat and music. Last year featured DJ Yoda and Goldie Looking Chain, but this year’s acts are TBA.
More info: http://grillstock.co.uk/festival/
When: 15th – 17th July
Where: Bristol Harbourside
What: The Harbour Festival is one of the country’s largest free festivals with more than 200,000 people attending each year. It features two miles of entertainment – from music to unusual vessels, and circus acts to regional food markets.
More info: http://bristolharbourfestival.co.uk/
When: 25th – 26th July
Where: Various locations
What: Of course Europe’s largest street art and graffiti festival is in Bristol! And it’s all set to the soundtrack of local performers.
More info: http://www.upfest.co.uk/page/upfest-festival
When: 11th – 14th August
Where: Ashton Court Estate
What: Europe’s largest hot air balloon fair. The balloons gather to take off at dawn and dusk each day and feature everything from traditional balloons to the weird and wacky.
More info: http://www.bristolballoonfiesta.co.uk/
When: 20th – 25th September
Where: Watershed
What: Films will last from 90 seconds to 20 minutes and audiences can expect films from around the world. There’s also a late lounge for sexier screenings.
More info: http://encounters-festival.org.uk/
So there you have it – plenty to tickle your taste buds, help you forget this miserable weather and give you something to look forward to!
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