New for 2026

Dockyard Stage

This summer at Bristol Dockyards – home of SS Great Britain – we're bringing the global stories of one of the world's most extraordinary ships to life through the opening of a brand-new museum plus our Ships and Giggles family trail. Kids go free and if you live on Spike Island, you get 40% off! The new museum, part of the expanded SS Great Britain Experience launches 18 July: discover interactive exhibitions, digital recreations, historic artefacts and new community-led research that uncovers voices and stories from the SS Great Britain’s 41 years of service. Then walk aboard the ship itself. Together, they tell the full story of Brunel’s ship which transformed travel, migration and culture forever.For the kids, join us for games, challenges and a whole lot of laughs. From the dockside to the dining room, take part in interactive challenges inspired by the SS Great Britain’s global voyages.
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In partnership with Bristol Twin Cities – The Dockyard Stage Saturday

Bristol’s Twin Cities bring a global soundtrack to Brunel Square, with artists representing five of Bristol’s twin cities. Featuring a mix of locally based musicians and including artists travelling from Hannover, Porto and Bordeaux, expect an uplifting programme celebrating culture, connection and creative exchange.

FILS.

Saturday

French indie-pop artist from Bordeaux whose music blends introspective storytelling, atmospheric guitars, and modern electronic influences.

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Sons do Douro

Saturday

Sons do Douro is a unique musical project celebrating the heritage of Portugal’s Douro Valley, using instruments crafted from wine-making materials like barrels.

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MoYah

Saturday

Mozambican-born artist MoYah blends Afro-fusion and Hip-Hop with powerful lyricism, infectious rhythms and high-energy live performance.

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FILS.

Saturday

French indie-pop artist from Bordeaux whose music blends introspective storytelling, atmospheric guitars, and modern electronic influences.

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16:30

Bristol Breakers

Saturday

A hyped Breaking/Breakdance performance showcasing local Bristol's street culture and the mixture of Hip Hop, dance, and music.

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17:05

sarah

Saturday

sarah brings truly homemade songs to the stage, ranging from indie pop/rock to lo-fi hip hop.

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South Asian Voices Takeover - The Dockyard Stage Sunday

Hosted by Bristol Legend Pat Hart and Sheetal Jethwa from BCFM. Join South Asian Voices Bristol CIC for a celebration of South Asian Heritage Month through storytelling, Dhol players, inspiring community stories, a Bollywood dance workshop, live Bollywood DJ set and discover the richness and diversity of South Asian heritage.

Patrick Hart

Sunday

Local broadcaster and BCFM Radio producer, Patrick Hart, will host Sunday at Brunel Square

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DJ Sanj

Sunday

Renowned South Asian DJ, producer and music pioneer who has been shaping the British Asian music scene for decades.

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Jeevan Dhols

Sunday

Jeevan and Team bring the powerful rhythms and infectious energy of traditional Punjabi drumming to every performance.

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Sheetal Jethwa

Sunday

Storyteller, radio presenter, community leader and founder of South Asian Voices Bristol CIC.

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14:00

DJ Sanj

Sunday

Renowned South Asian DJ, producer and music pioneer who has been shaping the British Asian music scene for decades.

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14:30

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14:30

Jodi Dancers

Sunday

Jodi Dancers are an award-winning husband-and-wife Bhangra duo who bring the energy, colour and spirit of Punjabi culture to every performance.

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Sheetal Jethwa

Sunday

Storyteller, radio presenter, community leader and founder of South Asian Voices Bristol CIC.

15:05

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15:30

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15:05

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15:30

Jeevan Dhols

Sunday

Jeevan and Team bring the powerful rhythms and infectious energy of traditional Punjabi drumming to every performance.

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15:20

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16:00

Mike Walsh

Saturday

Genre hopping singer-songwriter, rapper and beatboxer - performing a blend of originals and covers.

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Gavin Osborn

Saturday

Literate indie-folk from a befuddled middle-aged man, familiar to 6Music listeners.

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Spencer Flay

Saturday

Spencer has made the ukulele the coolest thing on the dancefloor with his gut-punching beats and head-twerking riffs.

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Tit for Tat's This and That

Saturday

Check out the hilarious results of Bristol's staple eccentric circus theatre company in this selection of their renowned street theatre performances.

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Physical Fool

Saturday

A whimsical silent(ish) comedy about hope, life, and possibly just falling over.

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Norman (aka Adam Havsky)

Saturday

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Tit for Tat's This and That

Saturday

Check out the hilarious results of Bristol's staple eccentric circus theatre company in this selection of their renowned street theatre performances.

14:20

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15:00

Start:

14:20

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15:00

Physical Fool

Saturday

A whimsical silent(ish) comedy about hope, life, and possibly just falling over.