21 things to do in Bristol this week, September 19-25 2022

Monday: En Masse Festival opening party – Noods Takeover, Mickey Zoggs
The week-long festival curated by dance music stalwart Batu kicks off proceedings at the home of one of Bristol’s leading underground radio stations/bars, with a four hour knees up, brought to you by members of the En Masse team, friends, and fellow DJs.

The festival returns to Bristol after a 2 year hiatus – Photo: En Masse

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Monday-Saturday: Outlier, Bristol Old Vic
Spanning first loves, South Devon house parties (with all their dizzying highs and tragic lows) and the joys of present-buying at Wilkos, Outlier paints a vivid picture of adolescence, addiction and captures the feeling of perpetual outcasts finally belonging. Told as a free-flowing story backed by Bristol psychedelic folk rock band, Jakabol, this is live music and storytelling combined at its very best. Plus, if you really don’t want to leave the house, you can watch the show from the comfort of your own home On Demand until 24 Sep. Don’t miss it!

Tuesday: Talk: Harry Grindell Matthews: A man ahead of this time?, Winterbourne Medieval Barn
A unique talk at the picturesque barn, detailing the life and misadventures of the perhaps lesser known local West Country inventor Harry Grindell Matthews. Learn about his “inventions”, their drawbacks, and how he could have potentially been a household name.

Wednesday: The People’s Poetry, People’s Republic of Stokes Croft
Whilst there is no obligation for your work to be politically related, the People’s Poetry at the PRSC is an open mic where poets/spoken word artists are encouraged to release their frustrations with what’s happening in the world right now.

To sign up to perform, you can email emmaako777@gmail.com, or simply put your name down on the night – Photo: People’s Republic of Stokes Croft

Wednesday: Sustainable Fashion Week 2022: Catwalk Show, The Mount Without
Future Leap partner up with leading conscious, organic clothing company Lucy & Yak for the 2022 Sustainable Fashion Week catwalk at The Mount Without. Focussing on the four main pillars of the week – re-wear, repurpose, regenerate and reconnect, they will also be partnering with many community members, to try and showcase sustainable fashion in a variety of ways.

The Catwalk, in collaboration with Lucy & Yak, is one of the largest events taking place in celebration of Sustainable Fashion Week – Photo: Future Leap

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Thursday: Turin Brakes, Komedia Bath
2022 sees Turin Brakes release their ninth studio album ‘Wide-Eyed Nowhere’ followed by an extensive UK concert tour starting in September: “There’s always something magical between band and audience at our live shows and we can’t wait to get out and see everyone again…we’ve really missed it!”

Thursday: Sustainable Fashion Week: Knitter in Residence, Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
Touring around many of Bristol’s most recognisable locations, this Thursday sees the Sustainable Fashion Week’s knitter in residence take to Bristol Museum atop park street, offering free beginners knitting workshops, materials and equipment provided.

The event is part of a series of events taking place across Bristol this week in celebration of Sustainable Fashion Week – Photo: Martin Booth

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Friday: Ray Quinn – King of Swing, Redgrave Theatre
This concert spectacular celebrates the fabulous music and tells the incredible story of the world-famous Rat Pack.

Friday: Belladonna Collective, Exchange
New rising femme/NB collective Belladonna kick off the weekend with an evening of bass exploration at Old Market’s ever on the money underground venue. Expect sets from the collective owners, alongside some of the finest selectors the city has to offer.

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Friday: MOBO Unsung, Bristol Beacon Foyer
MOBO UnSung is one of the country’s strongest annual talent competitions for unsigned artists producing original work. This year MOBO is taking the UnSung Class of 2022 on tour across the UK ahead of a compilation album release, and Bristol will see performances from Genesis Elijah, Sarah Ikumu, Adreyn Cash and A30. The event will also feature a panel discussion from artists and industry heads which will be full of advice for emerging artists looking to break through in the music industry.

The competition aims to find the best new undiscovered Black British Music – Photo: Bristol Beacon

Friday: Duckland 026, Basement 45
Continuing their run of parties across Bristol, Duckland are becoming fast known for giving a platform to some of the finest fresh talent on the Bristol DJ scene. This time, they’re taking over Basement 45 with a top quality lineup of names that you’ll surely be hearing more from over the next 12 months.

The party is part of a series of parties that Duckland are running throughout the freshers season – Photo: Duckland

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Opens Friday: Moonage Daydream, Watershed
Told through sublime, kaleidoscopic, never-seen-before footage, performances and music, this cinematic experience from Oscar®-nominated director Brett Morgan explores the creative, musical, and spiritual journey of one of the most iconic rock stars of all time: David Bowie.

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Friday: En Masse, Trinity Centre
This year En Masse are bringing you a big ole banging club night from some of the most sought out DJ’s in the UK via the inimitable Sinai Sound. These artists are true masters of their craft and have time after time made their mark on UK club music. This year, head to Trinity for sets from i-Sha, Batu and Josey Rebelle.

Saturday: Avonmouth Wind Farm Free Family Open Day
A completely free family friendly open day at the Avonmouth Wind Farm, where families can take a tour of the site, see within one of the turbines, and take part in a range of family wind related activities, all the while learning about sustainability and the role that wind has to play in it.

The site consists of four large turbines, providing power directly to the National Grid – photo: Thrive Renewables

Saturday: Windmill Hill Market, Windmill Hill City Farm
The new Windmill Hill Market is a new collaboration between Windmill Hill City Farm and Bristol markets, and will aim to showcase local creatives, food producers and other independent businesses. Expect to find high-quality handmade goods, beautiful prints, cards and original artwork, vintage clothes and homewares, street food and more.

The new market takes place on the last Saturday of each month – photo: Bristol Markets

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Saturday: Andy Ford – Back in the Saddle, Redgrave Theatre
Andy Ford roars Back on to The Stage in 2022 and is definitely… ‘Back in the Saddle’ on his Brand New Comedy Tour!

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Saturday: Sofa Sound, Trinity Centre
Sofa Sound is back at Trinity, celebrating their 5th anniversary in Bristol! After an amazing sold-out show in March, Trinity is happy to bring them back to their spiritual home. Sofa Sound & Alternate are teaming up once again, powered by a sick sound from RAZE Sound system and some of the best artists in the game, including Dub Phizik, Strategy, DLR and much more.

Sunday: The Great Bristol Run
The always popular run takes place this weekend, boasting a 10k and a half marathon route, each traversing across the harbour and through the city centre. There’s still time to apply to run here.

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Sunday: Sean Connery Season: The Rock, Watershed
One of the first films from action blockbuster veteran Michael Bay, The Rock – starring Sean Connery and Nicolas Cage – is full to the brim of explosions, car chases and a melodramatic soundtrack. A rare chance to see it back on the big screen – enjoy!

Sunday: Chandos Road Festival, Chandos Road 
The first Chandos Road Festival for three years promises music, food, drinks, entertainment and stalls. Music will be from two stages: the main stage and the Snobby’s stage, with acts including the Mutter Slater Band, Ponchartrain, Stormforce 10 and Harmonica Nick & Friends.

And coming soon…

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September 29-October 2: Prehension Blooms, Bristol Beacon Foyer
Neon Dance presents Prehension Blooms, an interactive contemporary dance show that incorporates world-class performers, immersive sound design and music and the latest in AI robotic technology. Prehension Blooms explores relationships and themes of companionship and loneliness; set in a distant future and ancient past – an alien world of sand where robot creatures lurk underfoot. The weave of dance and movement between the hōki-mon, dancers and the audience is presented with an original score by composer Sebastian Reynolds, whose cinematic, electronic soundscapes help transport audiences to another time and place.

Main photo: Chandos Road Festival

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