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Season (17 July 2026 - 19 July 2026)

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Bristol’s free-to-attend annual dance, music and arts extravaganza will be returning to the iconic harbourside from 17 - 19 July 2026 with a jam-packed programme of family activities, circus performances, visiting vessels and mega live music.

The festival attracts over 250,000 visitors to enjoy over 120 hours of entertainment, across seven stages from spoken word to the latest Bristol musical talent, local dance performers, world-class circus and on-water activity.

Full line-up to be announced shortly.

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Bristol Harbour Festival

Type:Festival

Various locations, Bristol, BS1 5TX

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