What's on in December in Bristol
This December, Bristol is brimming with holiday cheer, offering a variety of festive events, great shopping opportunities and theatre shows to suit all!
Bristol Christmas Market features charming wooden chalets filled with unique gifts and seasonal treats - plus you might be able to find a bratwurst or two 🌭
For those who love unique gift giving The Bristol Pop-Up Shop at Galleries Bristol is open until Christmas Eve and the Made In Bristol Gift Fair at Bristol Beacon on December 14 also offers a treasure trove of gifts 🎁
For the theatre lovers amongst us, Goldilocks and The Three Bears is on stage at Bristol Hippodrome, The Little Mermaid is on at Bristol Old Vic along with Little Red and Other Winter Tales 🎭
For history, lovers Victorian Christmas Brunel's SS Great Britain transport visitors back in time with traditional decorations, costume characters and festive atmosphere, and space enthusiast will be thrilled by Planetarium Nights We The Curious, where they can explore the wonders of the Universe 🌍
Young kids can enjoy ‘Find the Flock’ Bristol Zoo Project, while parents can re-live their youth at Wake The Tiger with Retro-Mega-Mas 🧸
You can dive into underwater festivities with Fishmas Families at Bristol Aquarium, blending marine life with the magic of the holiday season and aviation enthusiasts can enjoy a festive experience at Aerospace Bristol. You also don’t want to miss Bristol’s favourite duo in a festive interactive experience at Wallace & Gromit: A Cracking Christmas Experience Cabot Circus.
For a full list of what is happening in Bristol this December, make sure to check out our website 💻
As the weather gets colder and the nights draw in earlier, November in Bristol is a wonderful time. There is plenty of things to do and enjoy for those not ready to embrace the festive spirit, and plenty for those with their Santa hat’s on already!
The biggest event in November is of course the return of the @bristol_christmas_market! Open everyday from now until 23 December. While searching for the perfect Christmas gift in amongst one of the 35 + stalls you can enjoy a toasty hot chocolate or a warming glass of mulled wine from one of the various food and drink places on offer.
@bristolzooproject has been taken over by a flock of larger than life Shaun the Sheep, all decorated by artists from Bristol and beyond.
The Festival of Light also makes it highly anticipated return to @longleatofficial. Starting from 9 November, take a journey through time exploring more immersive and interactive lanterns than ever before.
If you’re not quite ready to embrace the ugly Christmas jumpers and Mariah Carey, there is still plenty to do…
Looking for a unique date night or party activity, or just a fun Thursday night with friends? Fly through the rings of Saturn or explore constellations and spot a “shooting star” in Planetarium Nights @wethecurious_ ! 3D not your thing? They also have an After Hours evening where adults can enjoy being kids again and explore over 200 of the hands on exhibitions available.
Gaia is still on display at @bristolcathedral but only until 9 November, so make sure you check it out before then. Following Gaia, Luxmuralis will take over the Cathedral with a new show called In The Beginning which is a reimagining of the Nativity Story.
Bristol is home to a variety of world class sporting teams and @bristolbearsrfc are proving it with their game against Australia XV on 8 November.
Theatre in Bristol is always a top hit but especially this November. Mary Poppins makes her return to @bristolhipp, with Kazuo Ishiguro’s international best-se
Pumpkin spice and everything nice 🎃
Bristol never slows down - there are events for all ages to enjoy this October ranging from film festivals, to photo festivals to Planet Earth taking over and everything in between!
Make sure you check out our website for a full list of things to do in Bristol this October.
