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Bristol's Drag Scene

With a strong LGBTQ+ scene and love of theatre/the arts, Bristol is a hotbed for drag events and all kinda of gender fluid action. Most nights of the week you can see someone lipsync til they drop at the Queenshilling, Old Market Assembly or Zed Alley's own Punka drag show.

Expect and inclusive environment at most drag events, Bristol tends to be a very LGBTQ+ friendly environment with due care built up around its drag nights. Some of our favourite drag queens and drag kinds include: Ursula Major, Brizzle Boiz's Isaac Dix - veritable Ru Paul's of the West.

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British folk iconoclast Chris Wood graces the candlelit hush of John Wesley’s New Room. His everyday epics sketch sharp-edged portraits of England’s many overlooked lives, from empty nests to minor league football teams to tragedies of industrial decay. Acute compassion ballads FFO: Martin Carthy, Karine Polwart, Billy Bragg, Richard Dawson. Chris Wood at John Wesley’s New Room.

Sell out warning! Granny’s Attic craft a mischievous folk playground, weaving original tunes into centuries-old reels and laments with effortless virtuosity. Crisp melodies, playful textures, and infectious energy celebrate the living, breathing pulse of the folk tradition. Joyous foot-stomping magic FFO: Jack Rutter, Eliza Carthy, Salt House. Granny's Attic - Greenbank Folk Club at St Anne's Church, Eastville.

Marauding Norsemen Agabas charge into town wielding their self-coined ‘deathjazz’: a pummeling uptempo rawk engine with a thrash gallop, horn blasts strafing through the noise, and shredding throat growls atop a storm of riffs and rhythms. A cataclysmic ruin ritual FFO: Kvelertak, Imperial Triumphant, Slipknot, Converge. AGABAS at Exchange.

Sell out warning! Microtonal, instrumental, math rock meets minimalist sax-drone like La Monte Young producing Battles or Black Midi covering Beefheart. Horse Lords play with energetic algorithmic precision and daring influences - Caribbean rhythmic scales, bastardised Americana blues, blasts of bagpipes. Big WTF moment if you're new here... Horse Lords at Moor Beer Co.

What our editors say

“Join international drag sensation Alyssa Van Delle for a spectacular festive night packed with outrageous drag, bottomless Prosecco, Christmas classics and plenty of laughs. Whether you’re planning the ultimate work Christmas do, a festive night out with friends or simply fancy celebrating Christmas with a little extra sass, this is one festive party you won’t want to miss. Expect big performances, audience interaction, plenty of sparkle and all the camp Christmas chaos you could ask for! £35 with Bottomless Prosecco | £20 without Prosecco”
From: Christmas Drag Prosecco with Alyssa Van Delle

“Get ready for a night that's all about the OG drag - no death drops stealing the show here! We're talking classic, old-skool drag where the talent is bigger than the stage itself! Expect laughter, sass, and performances that'll have you singing along and tapping those toes all night long.”
From: Thank Drag it's FriGay

“Join us for an evening filled with the kind of drag that's as legendary as a Dolly Parton high note! Our amazing talent is set to take the stage, followed by our resident DJ spinning tunes that'll keep the party going until the stars go to bed!”
From: Thank Drag it's FriGay

“So, gather your crew, leave those death drops at the door (because we like our stage intact!), and let's celebrate laughter, music, and the art of drag in its most fabulous form! Get ready for a night where the only drops you'll see are tears of joy from all the laughter!”
From: Thank Drag it's FriGay

“Join drag idol national finalist and Bristol born and raised drag king Burt Lash at The Crafty Egg on Fishponds for a night of Drag! Games to be played, prizes to be won and camp times to be had. With your host Burt Lash! Expect musical comedy original rap and parody. Drag Idol 2025 Finalist ‘Genuine highlight of the day’ - British Comedy Guide ‘Laugh out loud musical comedy’ - Chortle ‘You’re a lyricist!’ - Baga Chips Bristol 24/7 performing arts newcomer nominee 2026”
From: A Burt Lash Quiz and Cabaret