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.

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Events on Thursday 3rd September

“*Selected 16* presents a vibrant collection of new short films by some of the most exciting early-career artists working today. These films were nominated by artists shortlisted for the Film London Jarman Award 2025: Arwa Aburawa & Turab Shah, Morgan Quaintance, George Finlay Ramsay and Hope Strickland. Curated by videoclub and Film London Artists’ Moving Image Network (FLAMIN), this compelling programme tours leading arts venues across the UK.”
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“By 5th Sept it’s likely FORM will be sold out, and so tonight we’re celebrating with a send off that’ll reverberate down the generations and be a tale whispered around camp fires across the whole galaxy! ”
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“Whether you've been part of Spike Island for decades or are visiting for the first time, this milestone celebration brings together artists, audiences and supporters to celebrate the people, ideas and creative energy that continue to shape Spike Island today.”
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“Touring their new record, FORWARDS!, we're stoked to be hosting JoFo at Exchange. Support from Victor Villarreal (Cap'n Jazz/Owls/Ghosts and Vodka + more). FORWARDS! is a collection of songs by Johnny Foreigner about their hometown and how they really feel about it. For almost twenty years, Birmingham indie-rock 4 piece have occupied a unique corner of UK alternative music, and today they announce a brand new LP, or what they are calling a “Small Collection of Songs,” due 4th September via Alcopop! Records.”
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