Not sure what things to do in Bristol this weekend? Whatever the weather, whatever your mood, we’ll always have you covered. Be it the best restaurants and gigs to awesome art galleries and bottomless brunches, we’ve got you weekend sorted.
Slapstick Festival
Slapstick Festival will once more celebrate screen comedy in all its forms, from silent-era masterpieces to classic sitcoms, anarchic stand-ups and big-screen favourites. Highlights include: a Silent Comedy Gala with live music from Rick Wakeman and the European Silent Screen Virtuosi, everything from Laurel & Hardy, the sharp wit and innovation of Alexei Sayle, the legacy of Lee Mack’s long-running sitcom, and so much more.
Luke Jerram’s Helios
Luke Jerram’s stunning artwork, Helios, has been installed at Jubilee Pool for a world-first. You can swim beneath (or look poolside) the touring artwork of the Sun, a fusion of solar imagery, animated lighting and a surround sound composition. Measuring five metres in diameter, it features 72dpi detailed imagery of the Sun’s surface at an approximate scale of 1:278 million, meaning each centimetre of the internally lit spherical sculpture represents 2780km of the Sun. Get your tickets here.
Window Wanderland
Window Wanderland welcomes the wonders of the sea to St Werburgh’s, as the neighbourhood transforms into an after-dark festival of light each day (4pm to 8pm) this weekend. For one unforgettable winter weekend, families and neighbours come together to decorate their street-facing windows, turning everyday homes into a sparkling trail of imagination—this year, inspired by ‘Oceans’.
Any Objections?
Electroacoustic harpist/comedian, Scarlett Smith, is on a surreal quest to prove her instrument of choice is more than its demure, classical reputation. Her debut solo show, Any Objections? blends live looping covers of popular songs, self-produced indie-pop jingles and fast-paced punch lines. Expect wedding industry musings, a fateful boat trip and an interactive gameshow!
Cold Dip for St Peter’s Hospice
St Peter’s Hospice is raising money with the chilliest ever Cold Water Dip at The Wave. Take the plunge for this wonderful cause in the morning for a thrill among the excitement of waves and surfers, or enjoy a calmer evening swim under twinkling lights and stars. After, warm up in the hot tubs and sauna!