Location: Bristol
Top Things to do in Bristol
The 10 Best Concerts & Shows in Bristol, England
Bristol is a quirky British city with beautiful hilly vistas and plenty of historic sights to explore. Anyone interested in ships will have a blast aboard Brunel’s SS Great Britain, the world’s first great oceanliner, and the Matthew, a replica of the ship upon which John Cabot sailed to America in the 15th century. The graceful Clifton Suspension Bridge is another must-see.
Restaurants in Bristol
1. Smoke & Mirrors
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,133 reviews
Smoke & Mirrors theatre pub, home to The House Magicians Comedy & Magic Show, and is open 6 days a week. Our warm and welcoming bar staff will provide you with the very best in fine wines, so why not grab a pizza and watch a show? Our Pub is the best way to experience a night of entertainment whether you are attending one of our shows or one of the many theatres nearby we are the go-to pub for great drink & food before any show in Bristol. Being located right next to the Stage Door of the Hippodrome you can be sure that the cast and crew might be having a relaxing drink while our entertainers entertain them for a change from our Close-Up Magician performing right at your table or our House Musicians singing all the classics every weekend, you'll know that Smoke & Mirrors is the best-hidden Gem in Bristol and of course, we always have local ales always on tap!
Reviewed By C317KIdebbies - Bristol, United Kingdom
Brilliant intimate venue, excellent magicians and comedy show, laughing all night, Bastian was very impressive and funny with his bar side magic and Mark Bennett was hilarious and got all the audience involved, very attentive, a great act... loved it sooo much. Went for daughter's birthday and he made her feel very special. The pizzas were hot and tasty and drinks and bar service spot on...music was cool and everything was fabulous and will definitely return... you must go. Thanks to all for a great night.
2. Downend Folk Club
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
3. Cube Microplex
4. Kelvin Players Theatre Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
5. The Wardrobe Theatre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 32 reviews
The Wardrobe Theatre is a fringe studio venue and thriving arts hub in the heart of Bristol showcasing the best theatre-makers, companies and artists from around the UK. Every year we welcome audiences of 35,000+ and stage 500+ performances. Our programme is a lovingly curated mix of theatre, comedy, storytelling, live music, poetry/spoken word, dance, puppetry, cabaret, drag, improvisation, new writing and family shows, with an emphasis on emerging artists and Bristol-based work. Regularly throughout the year we also produce/co-produce productions of our own with dynamic Bristol-based creative teams and companies, shows which often go on to tour nationally.
Reviewed By Jackiemousebear - Canterbury, United Kingdom
Impromtu decision to find some theatre on our first night in Bristol, from Kent. Found this gem! 'Closer Each Day' was brilliant! What a fab idea to have an improvised soap opera running every fortnight - loved the show, loved the venue!
6. The Loco Klub
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
The Loco Klub is an atmospheric underground Arts venue in the Bristol enterprise zone beneath the passenger shed in Temple Meads. The venue is rising from the ashes of the old railway social club as well as boasting a series of fabulous performance space also holds a hidden treasure -a series of Brunel built railway arches. The venue holds a wide variety of events and performances.
7. Coexist - Hamilton House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
8. Bristol Old Vic
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 412 reviews
Built in 1766 as a place where the people of Bristol could come together, Bristol Old Vic is the oldest continuously working theatre in the English speaking world. It was built as a symbol of the pride we have in our city and what it can achieve and remains a place of joy, discovery and adventure to this day.
Reviewed By postscript65 - Hermanus, South Africa
We took the whole family - young and not so young - for a feast of festive season entertainment. The version of Charles Dickens’ masterclass in social conscience was magnificently created by the Old Vic team. Drama, inspiration, interaction, participation, humour, pathos and sensitivity were cunningly interwoven around a traditionally musical version of A Christmas Carol. We were all mesmerised for a full two and half hour performance which raised the roof on the 18th century theatre. Brilliant!!
9. St George's Bristol
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 96 reviews
Reviewed By gpa66 - Bristol, United Kingdom
First time we have been here since lockdown started. We were a little apprehensive. But absolutely nothing to worry about. Staff are all masked up and amongst the best I have come across in respecting distance. We had a drink in the bar - space is limited and advise pre-booking. Service was excellent. And then on to the performance. We saw Bristol Ensemble for the first time. Truly amazing. These people are consummate professionals. Beautiful music, well played. What a fantastic evening all round. Thank you St Georges and thank you Bristol Ensemble. We'll be back soon.
10. The Alma Tavern & Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
