Something A Little Different In Bristol
From a cider bar on a boat through to a secret MI6 cocktail bar, there's no shortage of something a little different when it comes to a Bristol night out. Check out our recommendations for the quirkiest and coolest places in Bristol and ditch the 'boring' pronto.
Last updated on 27th June 2022
@ The Balloon Bar on Every Monday
Raising money for charity and heaps of fun, The Big Fat RAG Pub Quiz is a top way to cheer up a Monday night. The event takes place in Bristol Uni's Balloon Bar and deviates from your bog-standard quiz; expect cheap beer, silliness and tricky tasks.
@ The Ill Repute on Thursday 28th July 2022
After something a little out of the box? Head along to The Ultimate Whisky and Live Blues Experience at The Ill Repute. Enjoy quaffing down some of the finest whiskies and Scottish single malts, all while enjoying some fabulous music and entertainment from some of the best in Bristol.
If you're looking for a fun night out in Bristol, OMG is here to provide you with something a little different. Welcoming some of the world's most famous drag artists to its stage, this inclusive venue and adjoining nightclub are on-hand with affordable sips and non-stop party vibes.
@ The Mall Gardens on Every Saturday
Craving something a little different in Bristol? Join The Cheese Crawl for a unique tour of the city. You'll stroll through the charming Clifton village and down to the wharf, with a selection of the best cheesy treats in town, with a refreshing glass of cider to roundoff your experience.
@ Lloyds Amphitheatre on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th September 2022
Axe throwing? Hot wings eating contests? Live demos? Bristol Wing Fest 2022 really has it all. Whether you head down with a group of mates or your other half, you're bound to have the best day chowing down on tasty chicken and getting competitive on all the free games.
@ Blame Gloria Bristol on Various dates from Saturday 30th July 2022
Party like an icon over at Blame Gloria's Dive Brunch which brings together fierce drag performances, a cracking DJ playing dance tracks and killer grub. While you munch away, shake your thang as you listen to soulful vocals and sip bottomless booze.
@ Flight Club Bristol on Various dates from Thursday 30th June 2022
Looking for quirky things to do in Bristol? Head over to Corn Street where Flight Club is kicking every weekend with an epic bottomless brunch - think free-flowing fizz, pizza paddles and an hour of Social Darts in their high-tech oches.
Bristol's bar scene is full of interesting and fun bars, but none are quite as different as The Apple. An old dutch barge has been converted into one of the city's most popular watering holes which serves a massive selection of cider.