A proper showcase of the best of Bristol and welcoming communities from across the city, Bristol Rising and the Family Playground will present emerging artists from grassroots music and a range of family friendly activities for all ages to enjoy.
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Access Creative College Takeover 11:30 - 18:00
A showcase of emerging local talent while providing hands-on work experience for young creatives. Featuring student performers alongside rising artists, this programme reflects Bristol’s vibrant creative scene and supports the next generation as they build careers in the industry.
Saturday
Diaspora Takeover 18:30 - 22:00
Following the second edition of DIASPORA!, a landmark, not-for-profit festival celebrating cultural diversity, community and creativity produced by Diverse Artists Network, join us to celebrate who we are as a city and region. Recognising that diversity is essential to thriving communities and cultures, this takeover brings together a dynamic lineup of artists from a wide range of backgrounds including Zimbabwe, Nigeria, the Democratic Republic of Congo, South Africa and the Phillipines.
Saturday
Emerging Artists 11:30 - 15:00
Showcasing the city’s best emerging talent, with a vibrant line-up of grassroots artists spanning genres and styles. Expect a dynamic mix of fresh sounds and future stars.
Sunday
The Cause x Live Bristol Takeover 15:30 - 19:00
Bringing a high energy snapshot of Bristol’s grassroots music scene to the Harbour Festival. Showcasing emerging artists across genres, the takeover champions diversity, inclusion and opportunity, creating space for new voices and celebrating the depth of talent shaping the city’s sound right now.
Sunday
Family Programme - Come Together 12:00 - 18:00
A vibrant weekend of diverse dance and circus, workshops and drop-in family craft activities, carefully curated by Trinity Community Arts and Circus City, in partnership with Bristol Scrapstore.
Saturday
Brown Excellence x Trinity Takeover - A South Asian Experience 18:30 - 22:00
A deep exploration of what being South Asian was, is and could be, recontextualising songs of the heritage in the setting we hope you feel most comfortable. Bhangra & bollywood bangers, Arabic funk, fresh UK Bass interpretations of South Asian rhythm and melodies.
Saturday
Sunday
Saturday
Sunday
11:30 - 22:00
Bringing the energy all weekend long. Come try a cold can of the new Summer Edition and enjoy tunes from local DJ talent all day, keeping the energy high and the good vibes flowing from start to finish.
Saturday
11:30 - 19:00
Bringing the energy all weekend long. Come try a cold can of the new Summer Edition and enjoy tunes from local DJ talent all day, keeping the energy high and the good vibes flowing from start to finish.
Sunday
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On the Water entertainment returns to the Bristol Harbour Festival, bringing the water to the forefront of the celebrations with activities guaranteed to make a splash. As well as our On the Water spectacles, 2026 will see an extended festival footprint along the water, bringing even more entertainment to Bristol's iconic Harbourside.
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