The Old Market Assembly
The jewel in the crown of Old Market
From the team behind The Canteen and No1 The Harbourside, comes the Old Market Assembly, easily their most grand and ambitious project to date. Assembly Nights at Old Market Assembly present an ever evolving range of amazing performers in the heart of Bristol. Celebrating great music with renowned artists, and our LGBT+ heritage with dazzling drag, cabaret and performance nights every weekend!
Live performances Friday & Saturday Nights from 10pm. Tickets prices vary. Available from Headfirst.
Live performances Friday & Saturday Nights from 10pm. Tickets prices vary. Available from Headfirst.
What's On At The Old Market Assembly
— The Old Market Assembly
reggae
world
gnawa
rock
blues
— The Old Market Assembly
electronic
hip hop
underground hip hop
old school hip hop
rap
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