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We list all theatre, arts and culture events free of charge in our online calendar and also welcome press releases.

Our focus is on Bristol and the neighbouring region, including Weston Super Mare, Clevedon and Bath theatre.

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Bristol Pride 2026 Parade March

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Young Sherlock Season 2 Filming Bristol

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The Fleece Bristol Live Music Venue

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Bristol Circus City 2026

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Bristol Steam Train Harbourside

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Bristol Street Art Murals at Upfest

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The Matthew of Bristol

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Uncanny at Bristol Old Vic

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Komedia Sign Bath

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Brunel's SS Great Britain

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Bristol Harbourside Cranes

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Bristol International Balloon Fiesta 2026

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Circomedia Bristol

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Cabot Circus Christmas Tree 2025

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Bristol Light Festival 2026 Bristol Is Always a Good Idea

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Avonmeads showcase Cinema Bristol

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Bristol Christmas theatre will all be listed in this special festive section here

Christmas Theatre in Bristol

At Backstage Bristol, we love Bristol theatre, music, cultural and arts events. Check out some of the ones we've loved the most so far this year...

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