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What's On Today

— Monday 19th October 2026
The best live music tonight in Bristol.

As part of Bristol's most comprehensive events guide, this page lists all gigs and live music happening in Bristol this evening.

One of the best things about Bristol's live music scene is that every day is different. Use the event listings on this page (see left hand column) to plan your day in Bristol. Headfirst includes the entire spectrum of bands playing in Bristol today - from local folk and jazz gigs to large concerts at venues like Bristol Beacon and Lost Horizon get ready for a musical journey.

Gigs In Bristol Today

Today
DEAFKIDS at Strange Brew

Events on Monday 19th October

“Imbued with a frantic Afro-Latin pulse, lead single "CICATRIZES" (SCARS) is available to listen to today and features a dirty, danceable and sweat-soaked intersection between raw punk and clave-led Afro-Cuban music, with a futuristic approach and bloodshot eyes. Heavy pulsating 808 bass drums hit hard as a characteristic D-beat foundation for Sarine's ultrafast percussion played in the Guaguancó rhythm, driving a relentless Acid-House bassline and fuzzed walls of guitar riffs while processed vocals screams in absolute madness.”
From: DEAFKIDS

“Bristol Transformed is run by dozens of local people. Without new people coming in every year, we wouldn't be able to maintain the same standard of events that you enjoy. If you'd be interested in joining us, sign up as a BT volunteer today! https://cloud.seatable.io/dtable/forms/d3a761c9-4c79-4b10-b38e-50bbad501bcc/”
From: What’s the point of education in a post-literate society?

“Since the release of his self-written debut album, Kanéfonyo (Never Give Up) in 2022, Suntou's career has gained serious momentum and he is an in-demand and charismatic performer. 2025 saw the release of his now multi award-winning second studio album, Jaliya Silokang - The Path of a Griot. Drawing on the wisdom of elders and youth alike, Suntou acts as a vessel imparting lessons in how to live a good and honest life in today’s world. The album is both a journey into heritage and a bright, hopeful vision for what lies ahead. In this way, he is at once a guardian of the Griot tradition and a bold innovator of its future. ”
From: Suntou Susso & The Gambian Superstars - Cultural Exchange Workshop

“A surprisingly tender, yet no less controversial entry in Russell’s oeuvre, Women in Love cemented his reputation as one of Britain’s most distinctive and multifaceted filmmakers. Confronting, sexy and deeply profound, it’s a must-see for any fan of British cinema, erotic cinema or queer cinema. It remains a film that challenges as much as it enthrals, raising questions about desire and social convention that feel no less relevant today.”
From: Women in Love - 7.30pm

For all 11 events on Monday 19th see the listings below.

Bristol Hoop School at The Island
— The Island
Overburden & The Rift Q&A at Bristol Megascreen
— Bristol Megascreen
festival talks film
KERTECZ#43 at L'Étoile Studio
— L'Étoile Studio
spoken word poetry
Yoga • Meditation • Sauna Ritual at Secret location
— Secret location
workshops & classes yoga
Purdie Life Drawing at Artist Residence Bristol
— Artist Residence Bristol
workshops & classes talks exhibition lgbtq+ life drawing
Foli - Bristol Djembe Players at The Jam Jar
— The Jam Jar
world workshops & classes
Greysight + Facture at Exchange
— Exchange
alternative metal thrash metal metal
Oxford Comma at Exchange
— Exchange
alternative rock indie rock rock
Beth Orton at The Trinity Centre
— The Trinity Centre
folk singer-songwriter