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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Sell out warning! Industrial hardtek heads: if you miss EXRCISM your year was wasted. Inside the 6 hour Thunderdome: Rotterdam’s meanest Krista Bourgeois unleashing raw live modular hell, The Teknoist & Tokky Horror underground icon Mollie Rush linking for big fuck off vocal rave annihilation + 00s Deathchant / Rebelscum rotter Deathmachine inna darkside crossbreed meltdown.
EXRCISM: Chapter One at The Trinity Centre.
Bristol Dub Club dials in another spesh at the immortal Kuumba with the mighty Jah Lokko veteran sound. Representing Frontline International, Jah Sufferer and Coxsone, London's undisputed dubplate king Natty Frontline links with Lokko for the first time in 40 years: rootical selections, ruffneck riddims, and heavy steppas inna community fashion!
Jah Lokko & Natty Frontline – Bristol Dub Club at Kuumba Centre.
Sell out warning! Brussels club angel AZO beams in live ‘n direct with outerdimensional synths and hypnotic analog drum kicks in a slick blend of acid, prog house and funk with a healthy nod to UK hardcore. Joining her, a live debut from Queerky fam The Ribbit Itch + plenty more resident techno mutations and a dreamy cuddle puddle chill-out room.
QUEERKY w/ AZO at Loco Klub.
Sell out warning! Few can claim to have bent dance music quite like A Guy Called Gerald; the architect behind Voodoo Ray and Black Secret Technology still sounds like tomorrow! Do ya homework if you haven’t already, before the Manchester mastermind locks in for a marathon all-day session, spiralling through acid house tekkers and rudeboy-funk to sci-fi jungle futurism and beyond.
A Guy Called Gerald - All Day Long at Lost Horizon.
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“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
“DIY Space Fancy Dress encouraged! Let's travel through time and space to the 1970s. DJs Fabette, Jason Cook and Carl Smith will bring you an unforgettable night of original 70s vinyl. This time we'll be spinning space themed songs, disco, bubblegum pop and TV themes. Think silver space outfits, astronauts and aliens. Let's get creative and go out with a bang for the final Fondue of 2026! Tickets £15 Standard Ticket & Merch Set (mug, coaster, sticker and pin badge) £5 Cash or Card OTD £5 via HeadFirst £4 Early Bird SOLD OUT”
From: Fondue in Space 1970s all vinyl disco
“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
“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