What's On: Bristol & The South West
Posted on Friday 16th January 2026 at 10:25
Written by
Sarah Moore
In 2025, Bristol and the South West are bursting with unmissable events, offering something for everyone! From the cultural heartbeat of Bristol to the stunning coastline of Cornwall and the historic charm of Bath, there’s a packed calendar of live music, festivals, and family-friendly entertainment across the region.
Whether you’re into chart-topping gigs, iconic festivals, or unique local events, Gigantic Tickets has you covered with the best experiences coming your way.
If you’re based in the South West or planning a visit soon, check out our guide to the top upcoming events in your area. And if you're still searching for the perfect event, head to gigantic.com to explore even more incredible shows near you.
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So, let’s dive in and see what Bristol and the South West have in store for you in the months ahead!
BROWSE BY TOWN OR CITY:
BRISTOL | BOURNEMOUTH | POOLE | EXETER | GLOUCESTER | BATH | TORQUAY | WEYMOUTH | SALISBURY | CHELTENHAM
TK MAXX PRESENTS LIVE AT POWDERHAM
TEDDY SWIMS, ALANIS MORISSETTE & LEWIS CAPALDI
📅 Thursday 25th - Saturday 27th June 2026
📍 Powderham Castle, Exeter
BRISTOL SOUNDS
THE KOOKS, SUPER FURRY ANIMALS, ORCHESTRAL MANOEUVRES IN THE DARK & ROYEL OTIS
📅 Tuesday 23rd June - Sunday 28th June 2026
📍 Canons Marsh Amphitheatre, Bristol Harbourside
BLUE - 25TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR
📅 Wednesday 8th & Sunday 19th April 2026
📍 Windsor Hall (BIC), Bournemouth & Bristol Beacon
THE UNDERTONES
50TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW WITH SPECIAL GUEST JIM BOB
📅 Thursday 12th & Saturday 14th November 2026
📍 Arena Torquay & Electric Bristol
BELLOWHEAD - 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF BURLESQUE TOUR
📅 Tuesday 17th & Tuesday 24th November 2026
📍 Princess Theatre, Torquay & Bath Forum
KATHERINE PRIDDY
THESE FRIGHTENING MACHINES ALBUM TOUR
📅 Wednesday 22nd April & Thursday 7th May 2026
📍 St Georges Bristol & Exeter Phoenix
ALTERED IMAGES
PLAYING THE ICONIC ALBUM 'HAPPY BIRTHDAY'
📅 Saturday 5th September 2026
📍 Thekla, Bristol
LIMEHOUSE LIZZY
📅 Thursday 12th February & Friday 5th June 2026
📍 Taunton Brewhouse & Cheese & Grain, Frome
HAPPY MONDAYS
CELEBRATING 35 YEARS OF PILLS'N'THRILLS AND BELLYACHES
📅 Sunday 5th April 2026
📍 O2 Academy Bournemouth
THE DUALERS
📅 Saturday 18th April & Friday 18th September 2026
📍 Cheese & Grain, Frome & Crane - The Prospect Building, Bristol
DOT TO DOT FESTIVAL
WITH LAMBRINI GIRLS, NEWDAD, FCUCKERS & MORE
📅 Saturday 23rd May 2026
📍 Various Venues, Bristol
ROLAND GIFT PRESENTS FINE YOUNG CANNIBALS
📅 Friday 1st & Saturday 23rd May 2026
📍 Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth & Bristol Beacon
GIGANTIC ALL DAYER
PETER HOOK & THE LIGHT, THE WONDER STUFF, JIM BOB & MORE
📅 Saturday 9th May 2026
📍 Prospect, Bristol
OUTER TOWN FESTIVAL
WITH HONEYGLAZE, DO NOTHING, CHARTREUSE & MORE
📅 Saturday 11th April 2026
📍 Various Venues, Bristol
RITUAL UNION
WITH KEO, AIN'T, ANOTHER COUNTRY $$$$, AVICE CARO & MORE
📅 Saturday 28th March 2026
📍 Various Venues, Bristol
COUNTERPARTS - HEAVEN LET THEM DIE TOUR
PLUS SUNAMI, ONE STEP CLOSER & GOD COMPLEX
📅 Sunday 15th February 2026
📍 Electric Bristol
CHESNEY HAWKES - SMASH IT TO PIECES TOUR
📅 Thursday 5th - Sunday 22nd March 2026
📍 Multiple Locations
