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What's On Today

— Monday 9th November 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.

Events on Monday 9th November

“'Dave Haslam's research, intelligence and emotional acumen make him a great interviewer and his writing is always a delight. In this book, his conversations with some of the UK's most interesting artists are packed with surprising tangents and revealing insights, offering new ways not only to think about the artists' work but to approach the world we find ourselves in today.' Miranda Sawyer, author of Uncommon People: Britpop and Beyond in 20 Songs”
From: Creative Journeys with Dave Haslam

“From the first chord to the roar of the encore, the show moves through the biggest hits from today's chart topping country artists, including Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Shania Twain, Lainey Wilson and Taylor Swift. Cinematic lighting and authentic Nashville stagecraft set the scene, but the real draw is the music itself, played with warmth, precision and genuine feeling.”
From: Nashville At Heart

“Dark Academia is everywhere right now – in books, film, TV, fashion and home decor. Think autumn, sepia tones, and old universities full of secrets. This talk introduces you to the history of Dark Academia, and looks at why it appeals so strongly to audiences today.”
From: The History of Gothic Fiction & Dark Academia - Talks in the Pub

“Like today, the 1930s was a decade of capitalist crisis and social polarisation. Facsist and far right movements grew - but there was also momentous resistance by the left on the streets of Paris, Vienna and above all, in the Spanish revolution.”
From: BOOK LAUNCH Revolution and Counter-Revolution in the Spanish Civil War

For all 13 events on Monday 9th see the listings below.

Creative Journeys with Dave Haslam at Bookhaus
— Bookhaus
workshops & classes talks
Art Cafe - Paper Decorations at No.1 Harbourside
— No.1 Harbourside
Event Cancelled
food & drink workshops & classes
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
Allium at Exchange
— Exchange
alternative rock grunge indie rock
Temples + special guests at Strange Brew
— Strange Brew
alternative pop alternative rock indie rock psych psychedelic rock
MX LONELY at The Croft
— The Croft
Event Cancelled
alternative rock grunge shoegaze
Bloodsports at Exchange
— Exchange
post-hardcore
Possessed by Paul James at Cafe Kino
— Cafe Kino
bluegrass blues folk new orleans blues
Ben P. Williams at Bristol Folk House
— Bristol Folk House
folk singer-songwriter
BIMM Class of 2026 Graduation Afterparty at The Croft
— The Croft
drum and bass hardcore techno house uk garage techno