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The Bristol Hippodrome is delighted to share that it has helped to raise £14,817 for its 2024 charity partners.
 

The new Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy is coming to Bristol on Friday 23 and Saturday 24 May. 

Bristol’s iconic celebration of African-Caribbean culture, St Pauls Carnival, will return this summer with a scaled back series of events celebrating the timely theme of ‘Roots of Resistance.' 

The 'Social Value of Tourism' report demonstrates the positive cultural and social impacts that tourism has on local communities across the UK.

Bristol Light Festival is on the hunt for new artists to be part of the event’s 2026 edition, inviting bold, brilliant and imaginative creatives to help transform the city centre into a glowing spectacle next February. 

Bristol Beacon has announced its 2025/2026 orchestral season, featuring Orchestra in Residence Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra and Associate Orchestra London Symphony Orchestra, in addition to a range of national and international ensembles.


 

We take a look at press and media coverage of Bristol, from April 2025. 

The new site-responsive public artwork from internationally renowned artist Luke Jerram will be installed at the gallery this summer. 

Hoteliers in Bristol are cautiously optimistic their businesses will enjoy a brighter summer after a challenging start to 2025.

Bristol City Centre, Redcliffe & Temple and Broadmead’s BID leaders have come together to share their plans for the unification and expansion of their districts in what is set to become Bristol BID, as outlined in their comprehensive new business plan.

New trophy to embark on a nationwide tour of the eight host locations bringing fans and communities across England closer to the tournament

The musical will visit The Bristol Hippodrome from 30 June - 4 July 2026.