Returning for its third year, Down Stokes is a four-day independent festival running from 16–19 October 2025 in the heart of Stokes Croft. Curated by Velvet Echoes and Extra Terrestrial, the festival celebrates the fiercely creative spirit of the area with a handpicked lineup of favourite artists. Expect an eclectic mix across the psychedelic rock spectrum—from laid-back lounge rock to hard-hitting psych rock

Welcome all, to the final night of this years Down Stokes festival, where we gather within the interiors of Bristol’s trinity centre, to bask in the glory of the sounds of garage & psych! Wine Lips, The Bug Club, Dreamwave. Yes, you read that right. It’s gonna be fun. It’s gonna be sweaty. It’s gonna be crazy. Let’s do it!

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