Everyone knows that it took more than a couple of Bashmore’s finest to propel house music into Bristol’s spotlight - this has been bubbling away for years. Part of the secret to house music’s swift ascent has been a shoulder-to-shoulder relationship with disco. With house djs for Idle Hands, Futureboogie and Brstl all peppering their sets with unheard disco material, a catalyst was in place to add the euphoria and sunshine that turns club nights into parties. Epitomised by Alfresco Disco and Dirty Talk, the bond between house music and disco is now stronger than ever.
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For the initiated, only Willikens will do. The Salon GOAT gets real deep with a rare-opening set, stretching minimal synth slayers and acidic chug to psychedelic breaking point before Saskia fires up the subwise hardware explorations and Anina & Lynne absoultely wipe the floor with junglist domination. Secret Shade, we salute you.
The Secret Shade: Lena Willikens, Lynne b2b Anina, Saskia at Strange Brew.
Sell out warning! Absolute go-hard-or-go-home belter for Zone 1 and Bris-Tek’s big birthday bash! Storming The Boxing Gym: Barcelona tekno firecracker Amygdala, bassline boss Jenny Sparks and donk sommelier DJ Bax touching down in Bris + Grandma Wubplate’s hard-dance swag and jungle euphoria from Betsy Mae. And that’s not even half of it….
ZONE 1 x BRIS-TEK / AMYGDALA, DJ BAX, JENNY SPARKS, VANDAL at The Boxing Gym.
Sell out warning! Following 5 years of sold out parties and what we thought would be their biggest event ever, Brown Excellence are taking over The Boxing Gym with this truly mahooosive celebration of South Asian culture. 4 rooms fusing live ragas, sitar club heat, percussive dek bass, Bollywood disco, food stalls and much more - ain't nothing else like it!
Brown Excellence 5th Birthday Festival at The Boxing Gym.
Sell out warning! Rave renegade and Berghain icon, DVS1 breathes life into the techno machine with DNA grafted from his Fabric, Blueprint, Klockworks and Ostgut Ton family. One of the true titans of the Teutonic school of precision, Danielle’s worked some serious magic to land him in such a teeny tiny space. Fists will be a-pumping, don’t sleep….
Soft Raw presents DVS1 & Danielle at Strange Brew.
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What our editors say
“Free entry! DJs on the decks all night Bring your brightest brigade or relax in the shade to the soothings sound of The Canteen disco parade. Sunday is the start of the hospitality weekend so why not make it feel like a proper weekend! Always upbeat, your host will be there to entertain, excite and encourage participation. With 30% discount for those hardworking hospo folk, this is where you want your week to begin (or end). And not forgetting if you're a student or a blue light card holder (inc. NHS) bring us your ID and we'll give you 10% off! Entry 18+”
From: Sunday Sessions with DJ Anessen
“Free entry! DJs on the decks all night Bring your brightest brigade or relax in the shade to the soothings sound of The Canteen disco parade. Sunday is the start of the hospitality weekend so why not make it feel like a proper weekend! Always upbeat, your host will be there to entertain, excite and encourage participation. With 30% discount for those hardworking hospo folk, this is where you want your week to begin (or end). And not forgetting if you're a student or a blue light card holder (inc. NHS) bring us your ID and we'll give you 10% off! Instagram: @jeevesbiscotti Entry 18+”
From: Sunday Sessions with Jeeves Biscotti
“HUGE LINE UP TBA! The Boxing Gym's brand new series 'The House Party'! We are cheffing up some big beats out our kitchen / games room as well as some funky tunes in the bunk beds Expect house party vibes with music varied from garage / disco / 4x4 / 140 to Jungle & DNB across the two stages as well as a fire pit and sofas! If you love a house party you won't wanna miss this!”
From: The Boxing Gym's BIG HOUSE PARTY
“Free entry! DJs on the decks all night Bring your brightest brigade or relax in the shade to the soothings sound of The Canteen disco parade. Sunday is the start of the hospitality weekend so why not make it feel like a proper weekend! Always upbeat, your host will be there to entertain, excite and encourage participation. With 30% discount for those hardworking hospo folk, this is where you want your week to begin (or end). And not forgetting if you're a student or a blue light card holder (inc. NHS) bring us your ID and we'll give you 10% off! Instagram: @goodlooksentertainment Website: https://goodlooksent.com/ Entry 18+”
From: Sunday Sessions with Good Looks Entertainment
“Step out of the daylight and into the drama as Judy’s transforms The Phoenix Pub into a full HallowKween spectacle from 3pm to 10pm. Expect camp performances that lean into the deliciously over‑the‑top and games that turn the whole pub into a playful battleground of glitter and gore. Our best dressed contest will crown the ultimate HallowKween of the day, so bring your most theatrical, twisted and fabulous creations. The soundtrack stays true to Judy’s with disco, house and queer pop keeping the energy high while the lineup of drag and DJs is revealed soon. A daytime Halloween party for creatures who love glamour, chaos and a little bit of wicked fun.”
From: Judy's HallowKween Party