Bopf Film Screening: Lunch. a Chat With Older People About Food
A premiere screening and Q&A of the BOPF short film 'Lunch', featuring conversations with older people about food.
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Bristol’s cultural calendar from 26 April to 3 May 2026 features live music, storytelling, and community-led events across the city. Lakota hosts late-night drum & bass sets with classical piano arrangements in one of the city’s longest-standing venues. Thekla continues its themed nights including an emo revival event referencing early 2000s underground scenes and a Bridgerton-inspired concert blending period themes with electronic music. Harbourside showcases installations reflecting Bristol’s shift from transatlantic trade to post-industrial regeneration.
In Easton and St Pauls, grassroots collectives run weekend festivals focused on Afro Caribbean rhythms and soulful electronics. These often align with markets in Victoria Park or along the Floating Harbour where DJs play during brunch hours for mixed audiences of families and professionals. Street art zones near Bristol Temple Meads railway station see more footfall after roadworks on Portway; this has caused temporary congestion at city centre access points.
The Clean Air Zone is active, affecting motor vehicles in central areas like Castle Park and St Paul’s Church. Public transport runs normally via Bristol Bus Station and M4/M5 routes, though MetroWest rail lines face delays after 6pm due to construction near Filton Airport. Some sites have limited access for older visitors or wheelchair users following changes in 2026.
For timing at venues like Lakota and Thekla, schedules can shift based on crowd levels, especially during festivals when Harbourside becomes overcrowded. Pickpocketing has been reported near high-traffic areas after 8pm; stay alert around bus stations or entertainment district entrances.
A premiere screening and Q&A of the BOPF short film 'Lunch', featuring conversations with older people about food.
Comedian Jenny On Holiday performs her stand-up comedy show at The Louisiana in Bristol.
Jeff Innocent and Jah Digga perform a live DJ set at LocoKlub in Bristol.
Just Mustard performs a live gig at Thekla in Bristol.
Rapper GoldLink performs a live music set at The Trinity Centre in Bristol.
Join a lunchtime sushi-making session at Yakinori Japanese Kitchen on Park Street.
Over-65s can enjoy free hot drinks and socialising at Mother Hen Cafe as part of the Warm Room initiative.
Fans gather at The Famous Royal Navy Volunteer for a lively watch party to enjoy an intense rivalry event.
The Fugitives perform a live blues set at The Black Horse in Bristol.
Ellur performs a live music set at Bristol's Strange Brew venue.
A family-friendly event at The Croft in Bristol for young children and their caregivers.
Comedian Andy McKee performs his latest stand-up show at Bristol's Trinity Centre.
A live music event featuring DJ sets at LocoKlub in Bristol.
A girl-powered dance event at Daisy's featuring nonstop music and a lively nightclub atmosphere.
Comedians perform stand-up at Laughing Donkey Comedy Club in a theatre venue.
Georgian pianist Mariam Batsashvili performs a classical programme featuring Liszt, Beethoven, Chopin, and Schubert in Bristol.
Former England rugby internationals Ben Youngs and Dan Cole perform their podcast 'For The Love Of Rugby' live in Cardiff.
Mariam Batsashvili performs a live classical music concert at Lost Horizon in Bristol.
The Twilight Sad performs a live music set at Electric Bristol.
Demob Happy is a live music event hosted at Thekla in Bristol.
Sababa 5 is a live music event featuring international artists at The Jam Jar in Bristol.
Adults can join a performance workshop as part of the summer term 2026 programme at Bristol Old Vic.
Comedian Thomas Green performs his new stand-up show 'Brainstorm' at The Glee Club Cardiff.
A social dinner event featuring authentic Japanese cuisine at Niji Sushi in Bristol.
Rumble In The Jungle returns to BOG Bristol with a curated lineup of DJs for an intimate, energetic night.
A limited-capacity pop-up party in Bristol features live music from Love Saves The Day and Muzic.
Au Pairs perform a 45th-anniversary concert with special guests at Trinity in Bristol.
DNB artists Nicky Blackmarket and Millz perform a classic bass music set at Lakota, supported by Jappa and local acts.
Nostalgiafest at Exchange in Bristol features tribute acts performing hits from Limp Bizkit, Avril Lavigne, and The Offspring.
Comedian Clinton Baptiste performs his new comedy tour 'Spectral Intercourse' at Bristol Beacon.
Punk, grime, and indie band The Socials perform a raw, guitar-driven set with spoken word at Le Pub in Newport.
Artists open their studios to the public for free during Open Studios 2026 at Spike Island.
A free community music festival takes place at KOMEDIA BATH, showcasing emerging talent.
Comedian Hamish Hawk performs his stand-up comedy show at The Lantern in Bristol.
The Steve White Trio performs a live jazz concert at Thekla in Bristol.
Billy Driscoll performs a headline live set at Zed Alley in Bristol.
A tribute performance celebrating Avril Lavigne's music takes place at Lakota in Bristol.
Danny Mellin performs live music at The Louisiana in Bristol.
DNB Free Rave returns to DOCUMENT Bristol with an announced Drum & Bass lineup.
Spike Island Open Studios After Party 2026 features live music and art-themed entertainment at a local studio space.
Boxed Bank Holiday Special returns to The Attic Bar for a knee-up event.
Residents of Momentum join Beat Lab Chicago for a high-energy house and garage music night at After Dark Bristol.
Gigsta performs his Bristol debut at The Clock Factory on Friday 1st May.
A major Afro Caribbean party featuring Afrobeats, Amapiano, Dancehall, and Soca at 98 Club Bristol.
A reggaeton-themed boat party returns to Bristol this May at Thekla.
An exhibition at Arnolfini highlighting diverse artistic voices and narratives.
Shovel Dance Collective performs at the Bristol Folk Festival, Arnolfini.
Emo-themed night with 00's anthems at The Fleece in Bristol.
The Fashion Thrift Society hosts a vintage and second-hand clothing market at Document in Bristol.
A guided foraging walk in Brandon Hill Park, Bristol, identifying edible wild plants and fungi.
A 12-hour bar party featuring live music and themed entertainment at The Full Moon And Attic Bar.
Alternate, Flexout Audio, and Sofa Sound host a joint festival at the Trinity Centre in Bristol.
A 12-hour music event featuring DJs and live performances at The Full Moon And Attic Bar.
A Bridgerton-themed concert event kicks off the social season at St Nicholas Church in Bristol.
Bingo Jamz returns to Circuit Bristol with live music and bingo from 7-10pm in 2026.
The Prog Lab celebrates its 8th birthday with a sold-out DJ set by John Digweed at The Loco Klub.
A masquerade-themed dance event featuring two of the Southwest's top reggae selectors at BAWA Club.
A free rave featuring jungle and drum & bass music at Clock Factory in Bristol.
Casa Disco presents a house and disco night at After Dark Bristol with Toddz B2B Yoke leading the dance floor.
Lakota hosts a multi-space event featuring cruising, play areas, darkroom, and dance floor.
Disrupt10n is a music event at Lakota Moon Club featuring live performances by disruptive artists.
Hardcore music event at Dare 2 Club featuring intense electronic dance music in May 2025.
Indie music enthusiasts gather every Saturday at The Fleece for Propaganda, a themed club night.
Amadou Diagne performs traditional West African music at the Bristol Folk Festival.
Rave On Avon returns for its 16th year with an all-day rave festival at The Boxing Gym.
Chef Jaufferkhan leads a Sri Lankan cookery class followed by a sit-down meal at Windmill Hill City Farm.
A large card and collectibles market returns to Ashton Gate Stadium for TCG and hobby enthusiasts.
Darius Syrossian hosts an open-air music event at Sawmills in Bristol.
SPEKTRA x J2 Open Air celebrates the festival's 10th anniversary with Funk Tribu, Kobosil, and Daria Kolosova at The Prospect Building.
A reggae-themed brunch event takes place at Circuit Bristol on 3 May.
Darius Syrossian presents Moxy Muzik in an open-air event at Sawmills, Bristol.
A Bank Holiday yard party featuring live DJ sets by Ray Keith, Laid Blak, and other featured artists.
Rosado Street Party returns to St Stephens Street in Bristol for its third annual event.
Rapper Lloyd Banks of G-Unit performs at Lost Horizon in Bristol on Sunday, 3rd May.
Rapper Lloyd Banks performs a live set at Lost Horizon HQ.
Northern Soul Sundays return at The Crown Tavern in Bristol with live soul music and dancing.
Late-night DJ set with vinyl music at Mr Wolfs, featuring free entry and drink discounts for industry staff.
A rave event titled Rave On Avon takes place at Lakota in Bristol.
A free drum and bass rave takes place at The Clock Factory in Bristol with live DJ sets.