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Bristol's Exhibitions Scene

New art exhibitions are opening all the time in Bristol. Use this guide to find private views and exhibition launches in Bristol.

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Grassroots food'n'film fundraiser featuring two illuminating shorts: in My Neighbourhood, Mohammed must suddenly share his family home in East Jerusalem with Israeli settlers, while Free Running Gaza shows parkour as a means of temporary escape from the constant oppression in Khan Younis refugee camp. Palestine Film Fundraiser - My Neighbourhood and Free Running Gaza at The Arc.

Sell out warning! Guardian columnist extraordinaire Owen Jones rings the death knell for Western superpowers, launching his explosive new tome in person with former Green leader Carla Denyer MP. Laying bare the 21st century's parade of arrogance and economic failures, Jones shows how the elite's crumbling façade paved the way for the migrant-baiting insecurities of today. The Fall of the West launch - Owen Jones in conversation with Carla Denyer at The Station.

Save House of Boussé from a Computer Hearts fate! Plug in for a four tunnel immersion into the Matrix featuring VRGF’s cyber-pop, Ani Klang hacking the hard dance mainframe, techno-conceptual performances from iPad clown Petty Nonsense and more. Plus interactive games throughout the night to determine who makes it out alive, or stays trapped in the digiverse forever. HOUSE OF BOUSSÉ ARE TRAPPED IN THE INTERNET at Loco Klub.

A kinetic exorcism of working-class identity and masculine performance, Oona Doherty’s 'Hope Hunt and the Ascension Into Lazarus' is a mutating pastiche of regional archetypes. Best known for 'Hard to Be Soft', an electrifying portrait of her hometown Belfast, the Northern Irish dancer-choreographer’s chameleonic blend of comedy, swagger and grace is unmissable. Hope Hunt and the Ascension into Lazarus at The Mount Without.

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“JAMAICA STREET STUDIOS OPEN STUDIO 2026 Once a year Jamaica Street Studios throws open it's doors for you to come and explore our beautiful building! - 27 stunning artist's studios - 32 artists - A grade II listed building - The KIT FORM group show exhibition - Our brand new KIT FORM DARKROOM - Our famous fundraising auction - Beers, ciders, coffee, cake! - KIT FORM is on ground level with step free access Jamaica Street Studios is only accessible via stairs - Jamaica Street Studios & KIT FORM 37 - 39 Jamaica Street Bristol BS2 8JP”
From: Jamaica Street Studios - Open Studios 2026

“FREE ENTRY You are invited to celebrate the opening of our Autumn exhibition, Beverly Buchanan: Weathering. Discover the largest European survey exhibition of Beverly Buchanan (b.1940; d.2015), bringing together five decades of sculpture, painting, drawing, earthworks, artists’ books and rarely-seen archival material. Rooted in the landscapes and histories of the American Southeast, Buchanan developed a singular practice shaped by memory, materiality and place, exploring the enduring legacies of slavery through the histories embedded in architecture, landscape and everyday materials. Further programme to be announced.”
From: Exhibition Launch | Beverly Buchanan: 'Weathering'

“Join Suki from the Inner Balance group as she guides us through some beginner friendly breathing exercises. A moment to be mindful and at peace with your life. Taking place in the space of Patterned Frog's exhibition "Can we talk about consent", this free half hour session will lead us into another workshop - The Everyday Consent Lab which you can book on to separately.”
From: Breathing exercises with Suki Ryder

“The collection of frog theme paintings traces my own healing journey from an unwanted experience with an old work friend and several later problematic encounters as I processed the sense of contamination, shame and lack of control. Sharing the artwork has been catharthic and I hope it makes other survivors understand they are not alone, while inspiring the rest of us to be more careful with how we ask for consent. Due to the difficult themes, this exhibition is for adults only. Free entry; donations welcome. There will be a bar open at the venue serving cocktails, tea and soft drinks. Please only come if you are in a good headspace to do so.”
From: Can we talk about consent?

“The collection of frog theme paintings traces my own healing journey from an unwanted experience with an old work friend and several other problematic encounters as I processed the sense of contamination, shame and lack of control. Sharing the artwork has been cathartic and I hope it makes other survivors understand they are not alone, while inspiring the rest of us to be more careful with how we ask for consent. Due to the difficult themes, this exhibition is for adults only. Free entry; donations welcome. There will be a bar open at the venue serving cocktails, tea and alcohol.”
From: Can we talk about consent?