August has arrived, and it seems like the sunshine has finally decided to join us after a late start (typical British summertime). It’s always a fantastic time to be in Bristol, but this month is particularly special with loads of amazing events lined up, sure to fill your calendar to the brim.
If you’re in the city this August, don’t miss out:
Sailing Taster Sessions at All Aboard Watersports
23 Jul 2024 – 01 Sep 2024
All Aboard Watersports’ two-hour taster sessions are a great way to try out different watersports and a have a day filled with fun at Bristol Harbour.
Bands at Beeses with Bristol Ferry
12 Jul 2024 – 13 Sep 2024
Get to Beeses by boat on Fridays – what better way to kick-start your weekend than an evening boat trip to this legendary riverside venue to listen to some music.
The Good, The Bad & The Coyote Ugly at The Wardrobe Theatre
12 Jul 2024 – 11 Aug 2024
Back this summer due to incredible demand! An alternative comedy mash-up from The Wardrobe Theatre. If you fancy some comedy this month, this is the one to see!
Fish and Chips Trip with The Matthew
10 Apr 2024 – 31 Aug 2024
Enjoy a traditional meal of fish and chips during this leisurely afternoon or evening cruise around Bristol harbour. Sounds like a pretty good day to me!
Chow Down Fridays at Paintworks
09 Aug 2024
Chow Down Fridays returns on the 9th of August for an evening of tasty food, local beers, cocktails, and some banging tunes at Paintworks!
Bristol International Balloon Fiesta
09 Aug 2024 – 10 Aug 2024
The iconic Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is a free-to-attend, three-day event celebrating the city’s heritage links to the remarkable world of hot air ballooning.
Bristol Balloon Fiesta: Sunrise Ascent at Clifton Observatory
09 Aug 2024 – 11 Aug 2024
Witness the breathtaking morning of the incredible balloon fiesta ascent at Clifton Observatory! Make sure to bring your camera to catch shots of all the colourful hot air balloons.
Old City Sounds
24 Aug 2024
Old City Sounds will take over Bristol’s Old City for a free musical celebration on the late August bank holiday weekend.
The Old Duke Jazz Festival
24 Aug 2024
The Old Duke will be hosting its famous Jazz Festival across the August bank holiday weekend, featuring a packed line-up of top jazz artists.
Massive Attack on the Downs
25 Aug 2024
Massive Attack returns home to perform in the UK for the first time in five years. The Bristol born band are due to bring lots of crowds to Clifton Downs this month!
Bristol Craft Brew Festival 2024
30 Aug 2024 – 31 Aug 2024
Craft Brew Festival returns on the August bank holiday weekend! Expect to sample the best British craft beer from independent breweries and microbrewers from up and down the UK.
We told you it was a good one! With so many exciting events happening this month, make sure to head down to Bristol if you aren’t here already.
Published: 06.08.24 by Phoebe Clutton
