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Fringe

Bringing the festival vibes into the city's eclectic venues, Bristol Harbour Festival Fringe Festival will extend the celebration beyond the main stages. Hidden gems and local businesses will be hosting local performers, day parties, film screenings and even a cheeky gin tasting to the harbour programme.

Man playing guitar on stage dockside. Photo taken by Paul Box

Friday

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Space Shanty

Space Shanty is a new interactive installation inspired by Bristol’s long-standing ties to the sea and stars, which is coming to M Shed this summer.

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Bristol Chaplaincy Wellbeing Hub and Photography Exhibition

Upper Reaches and Bristol Chaplaincy are excited to invite visitors on board their wide-beam barge to view an exhibition of photography depicting “Life around the Harbourside”. There will also be a ‘quiet wellbeing space’ for those who need to take some time out from the busyness of the festival.

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Caravan Collective - Bristol's 'Ship Hop' venue

Hip Hop from the ship's Lyric Lounge. Featuring the Collective plus guests along with an open mic. Loud and friendly with bar.

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22:45

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19:00

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22:45

Harbourfest After Dark party

A lover of basslines and groove, DJ Bateman is sure to get your hips moving. Known for his versatile song selection and music knowledge, this Bristolian DJ is sure to keep the vibes running all night long.

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Saturday

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Coffee Club: Live

Ease into Saturday morning of the festival with soft acoustic sounds, smooth brews and classic Bristol views at Coffee Club. Or join us in the PM for tinnies and tunes soundtracked by Coffee Club DJs!

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Merchant Navy Association Open Day

On Saturday and Sunday Dock Cottage will be open.Our small Museum will be open and in the afternoon there will be a B.B.Q. Portishead R.N.L.I. Shanty Singers will be singing on Saturday afternoon.

10:00

To

17:00

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10:00

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17:00

Bristol Chaplaincy Wellbeing Hub and Photography Exhibition

Upper Reaches and Bristol Chaplaincy are excited to invite visitors on board their wide-beam barge to view an exhibition of photography depicting “Life around the Harbourside”. There will also be a ‘quiet wellbeing space’ for those who need to take some time out from the busyness of the festival.

10:00

To

18:00

Start:

10:00

End:

18:00

Space Shanty

Space Shanty is a new interactive installation inspired by Bristol’s long-standing ties to the sea and stars, which is coming to M Shed this summer.

10:00

To

17:00

Start:

10:00

End:

17:00

MV Balmoral - Open Ship

This historic vessel is open throughout the day for visitors to explore the ship that was nicknamed 'The Peoples Liner'. The deck is also a good viewing platform for events on the water.

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Have a go rowing with Bristol Gig Club

Have a go at gig rowing. Come and join us in one of our beautiful Bristol gigs on the water and join in the fun

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The Louisiana Bristol Harbour Festival Fringe

33 bands playing The Louisiana over 2 floors & outside - 20th & 21st July - Free Entry - All ages upto 18.00

11:30

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23:00

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23:00

Samba Band

Drumming by 'Bristol Samba' accompanying the cardboard boat races on the water. Drummers will start on the ship, MV Balmoral and move to Prince Street Bridge for the start of the races.

11:45

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13:00

Drop-in 30 minute gin sampling sessions at 6 O'clock gin at The Glassboat

Indulge in our free 30-minute gin sampling sessions! Running from 12pm-6pm. Explore a variety of premium gins, lead by our expert team and find your new favourite.

12:00

To

18:00

Start:

12:00

End:

18:00

RNLI History & Sea Shanties

Chance to view a series of lifeboats moored in the harbour and listen to Sea Shanty singing by a range of well know Sea Shanty Groups from across the South West

12:00

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16:00

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12:00

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16:00

Waving at Watchet

An exhibition in collaboration with Watchet Museum that explores how the tidal highway once linked the the Harbours in Bristol and Watchet.

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Death Disco Street Party

Hosting live DJs from 1 - 6pm playing the best in chilled house and disco. We will serving up our signature frozen margaritas for takeover for all festival goers

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Banoffee Pies Present The Christmas Steps Courtyard Day Party

The annual Banoffee Pies showcase is back again the courtyard of The Christmas Steps public house. Now in its 7th year, this much loved-free event pools all kinds of music fans who want to enjoy a varied selection of sounds, BBQ and superior drinks selection in the secluded setting of the courtyard space at the bottom of Host St.

14:00

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22:00

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14:00

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22:00

Blue Moon at the Aquarium

Blue Moon is an exciting short film premiere event by filmmaker team-forming platform Tabb. Blue Moon will take place at the Bristol Aquarium and feature the South West's emerging filmmaking talent showcasing their films on the largest cinema screen in Bristol.

18:00

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23:30

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18:00

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23:30

Ceili House Band

The Ceili House Band - guaranteed to bring an evening of foot stomping jigs, hearty ballads and beer guzzling goodness!

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22:45

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19:00

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22:45

Harbour Fest After Party @ Death Disco

Death Disco are hosting a Harbour Festival after party!

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Cut A Rug with: The Zu Zu Men at No.1 Harbourside

Looking for somewhere to dance until the early hours? No.1 Harbourside plays host to the wonderful Zu Zu Men from 11pm. Wrap up your Saturday with great live music!

23:00

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1:00

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23:00

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1:00

Sunday

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Coffee Club: Live

Ease into Sunday morning of the festival with soft acoustic sounds, smooth brews and classic Bristol views at Coffee Club. Or join us in the PM for tinnies and tunes soundtracked by Coffee Club DJs!

10:00

To

18:00

Start:

10:00

End:

18:00

Merchant Navy Association Open Day

On Saturday and Sunday Dock Cottage will be open.Our small Museum will be open and in the afternoon there will be a B.B.Q. Portishead R.N.L.I. Shanty Singers will be singing on Saturday afternoon.

10:00

To

17:00

Start:

10:00

End:

17:00

Bristol Chaplaincy Wellbeing Hub and Photography Exhibition

Upper Reaches and Bristol Chaplaincy are excited to invite visitors on board their wide-beam barge to view an exhibition of photography depicting “Life around the Harbourside”. There will also be a ‘quiet wellbeing space’ for those who need to take some time out from the busyness of the festival.

10:00

To

18:00

Start:

10:00

End:

18:00

Space Shanty

Space Shanty is a new interactive installation inspired by Bristol’s long-standing ties to the sea and stars, which is coming to M Shed this summer.

10:00

To

17:00

Start:

10:00

End:

17:00

MV Balmoral - Open Ship

This historic vessel is open throughout the day for visitors to explore the ship that was nicknamed 'The Peoples Liner'. The deck is also a good viewing platform for events on the water.

11:00

To

18:00

Start:

11:00

End:

18:00

Bristol Harbour Festival logo

Bristol Empire Dragon Boat - Have a go sessions

Have a go sessions with the Bristol Empire Dragons!

11:00

To

15:00

Start:

11:00

End:

15:00

The Louisiana Bristol Harbour Festival Fringe

33 bands playing The Louisiana over 2 floors & outside - 20th & 21st July - Free Entry - All ages upto 18.00

11:30

To

23:00

Start:

11:30

End:

23:00

Drop-in 30 minute gin sampling sessions at 6 O'clock gin at The Glassboat

Indulge in our free 30-minute gin sampling sessions! Running from 12pm-6pm. Explore a variety of premium gins, lead by our expert team and find your new favourite.

12:00

To

18:00

Start:

12:00

End:

18:00

RNLI History & Sea Shanties

Chance to view a series of lifeboats moored in the harbour and listen to Sea Shanty singing by a range of well know Sea Shanty Groups from across the South West

12:00

To

16:00

Start:

12:00

End:

16:00

Waving at Watchet

An exhibition in collaboration with Watchet Museum that explores how the tidal highway once linked the the Harbours in Bristol and Watchet.

12:00

To

18:00

Start:

12:00

End:

18:00

SHE Choir

Popular songs on the deck of MV Balmoral by a vibrant collaborative choir community

13:30

To

14:10

Start:

13:30

End:

14:10

SHE Choir

Popular songs on the deck of MV Balmoral by a vibrant collaborative choir community

15:00

To

15:40

Start:

15:00

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15:40

Our other stages

A woman singing with a man on the bass next to her

Queen Square

A proper showcase of the best of Bristol and welcoming communities from across the city, Bristol Rising at Queen Square will present emerging artists from grassroots music and dance institutions.

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View Stage
A large blue octopus inflatable in Millennium Square, Bristol

Millennium Square

A cultural hub bursting with creativity - from spoken word, talks and panels to jazz and blues - welcome to the new-for-2024 The Expression Stage.

Orange abstract tent
View Stage