What’s On in Bristol

What’s on in Bristol

What’s On in Bristol: Theatre, Concerts, Shows and Live Events

Bristol has long supported a wide range of live events, with theatre productions, concerts and touring shows appearing across its venues at different points of the year. The city’s programme includes everything from visiting stage productions and live music performances to comedy shows and limited-run events taking place across Bristol’s performance spaces.
Several venues play a key role in shaping the city’s live entertainment programme. Bristol Hippodrome regularly presents touring theatre productions and large musical performances, while Bristol Old Vic is recognized for producing theatre, new writing and collaborative productions. Larger concerts and touring live events are often staged at Beacon, which hosts a wide range of music performances and special events.
Bristol continues to attract theatre, dance and music tours travelling across the UK, with many productions including the city as part of their national runs. The city’s established venues and strong audience demand make it a regular destination for touring entertainment.
This page tracks shows scheduled to appear in Bristol, highlights venues across the city and helps audiences stay informed about performances currently on sale and productions arriving in future seasons.

Mo Gilligan

National Tour

Bristol Beacon

27 Feb 2026

Mo Gilligan - The o you know

Diversity

The SOUL Tour

Bristol Beacon

7 Apr 2026 - 8 Apr 2026

Diversity Tour

Fishermans Friend

The 30th Year Celebration

Bristol Beacon

9 Apr 2026

Fishermans Friend tour

Al Murray: All You Need Is Guv

The Guv will be back, baby, with a brand-new stand-up show for 2026

Bristol Beacon

3 May 2026

The Guv will be back, baby, with a brand-new stand-up show for 2026!

On Tour in Bristol

London Symphony Orchestra

Bristol Beacon

29 May 2026

London Symphony Orchestra

David Essex

2026 Tour

Bristol Beacon

7 Sep 2026

The Legendary David Essex

Legally Blonde The Musical

The iconic West End and Broadway smash hit musical

Bristol Hippodrome

30 Jun 2026 - 4 Jul 2026

The iconic West End and Broadway smash hit musical

Jersey Boys

The boys are back as the original Tony®-winning sensation returns for its 20th Anniversary Tour!

Bristol Hippodrome

6 Jul 2026 - 11 Jul 2026

The boys are back as the original Tony®-winning sensation returns for its 20th Anniversary Tour!

Rocky Horror Show

UK Tour

Bristol Hippodrome

13 Jul 2026 - 18 Jul 2026

The Rocky Horror Show Tour

Miss Saigon

Embarking on a major UK Tour.

Bristol Hippodrome

21 Jul 2026 - 1 Aug 2026

Michael Harrison in association with Cameron Mackintosh presents a new production of Miss Saigon as Boublil and Schönberg’s legendary musical is reborn.

Waitress The Musical UK Tour

Everyone deserves a slice of happiness

Bristol Hippodrome

4 Aug 2026 - 8 Aug 2026

Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of some happiness in her life....

The Bodyguard

Classic Musical Thriller

Bristol Hippodrome

11 Aug 2026 - 15 Aug 2026

The Bodyguard

Annie

The Smash Hit West End Musical

Bristol Hippodrome

18 Aug 2026 - 23 Aug 2026

The Smash Hit West End Musical Annie

Car Man

Matthew Bournes New Adventures

Bristol Hippodrome

1 Sep 2026 - 5 Sep 2026

Matthew Bournes Car Man

Mean Girls

the hilarious smash-hit musical comedy

Bristol Hippodrome

8 Sep 2026 - 12 Sep 2026

Mean Girls the smash hit musical comedy

Back to The Future – The Musical

Strap yourself in for a thrilling theatrical experience!

Bristol Hippodrome

8 Oct 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

Welcome to Hill Valley! Take an electrifying ride back in time as the 1985 blockbuster...

CATS

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s multi award-winning musical

Bristol Hippodrome

24 Nov 2026 - 28 Nov 2026

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s multi award-winning musical

Alan Carr

Have said Too Much

Bristol Hippodrome

15 Oct 2027 - 16 Oct 2027

Alan Carr
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