Father's Day Bristol: 24 incredible ways to celebrate your fatherly figure in Bristol

Father’s Day (June 15) is just around the corner and Bristol has a lot to offer to celebrate our fatherly figures.

Whether you are looking to spend some quality time, learn about Bristol’s heritage together or enjoy a cheeky show, here are 24 incredible events happening around Bristol:

Hard Hat Tours at Clifton Suspension Bridge

Treat your fatherly figure to a two-hour experience which begins at the Clifton Toll Booth on the Bristol side of the bridge. During the first half of the tour, you will learn about the construction and discovery of the huge red brick abutments which support the bridge towers before donning a hard hat and high-vis jacket and exploring two of the twelve vaulted chambers inside the Leigh Woods abutment. To book your place, click here.

War Horse at Bristol Hippodrome

Indulge in a beautiful performance based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo. The National Theatre's internationally acclaimed production of War Horse is an unforgettable theatrical experience. At the outbreak of World War One, Joey, young Albert’s beloved horse, is sold to the Cavalry and shipped to France. He’s soon caught up in enemy fire, and fate takes him on an extraordinary journey, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in No Man’s Land. Albert, who remained on his parents’ Devon farm, cannot forget Joey. Though still not old enough to enlist, he embarks on a treacherous mission to find Joey and bring him home. To book tickets, click here.

Soft Power: Lives Told through a Textile Art at RWA

Learn how cloth can play a unique role in telling stories and is used to communicate life's journey at the Soft Power: Lives Told through a Textile Art exhibition at RWA. The international exhibition was curated by internationally renowned textile art pioneer, Professor Alice Kettle, with the curator of international textiles, Professor Lesley Millar MBE.

Bristol Craft Beer Festival

Bristol Craft Beer Festival returns to Lloyds Amphitheatre for its 10 anniversary on June 13 and 14. This year's festival will feature over 300 beers from more than 50 different breweries, alongside live music, top-tier food and a vibrant festival experience. Breweries featured in the line-up will include The Left Handed Giant, Bristol Beer Factory, Tiny Rebel and the Virginia Beer among many others. Tickets can be booked here.

Tea in the Turret at Glenside Hospital Museum

Climb a secret spiral staircase and share a cup of tea and cake with your fatherly figure in this uniquely cosy balcony room with an aerial view of Glenside Museum. Available every Saturday from 10am to noon, noon to 2pm and 2pm to 4pm. Tickets also include entry to the Glenside Museum. To book your space, click here.

Guided tour of St Mary Redcliffe Church

Embarking on a journey through St Mary Redcliffe Church's history and marvel at its beautiful architecture. To book your place, click here.

St Anne's Open House

St Anne's House's annual free Open House returns June 13 to 15. Expect Open Studios, activities for all ages, art, workshops, food, drink, performances, crafts and more. The community space has a cafe, sauna, pottery studio, theatre space, community-led gym, art studios, and much more!

Bristol TV & Film Locations Tour

Treat your fatherly figure to a walking tour through Bristol’s iconic streets and discover the film and TV magic hidden in plain sight. Starting in the picturesque Clifton Village and winding your way down to the bustling Harbourside via Brandon Hill and the charming Old City, this experience is a must for screen buffs and pop culture enthusiasts. To book your tickets, click here.

Rocky Stallone at The Wardrobe Theatre

Take a seat at the UK premiere of Sam Dugmore's, the creator of multi-award winning, critically acclaimed smash-hit MANBO, brand-new clown comedy that explores what it truly means to 'be a man!' Rocky Stallone, a small-man kind of guy with big-time time guts who yearns to be a hero. He has one dream left, one last chance to be… the champ. To book your tickets, click here.

BS4 Arts Trail

BS4 Art Trails returns on June 14 and 15 with over 85 incredible artists and makers across 31 venues around Brislington and St Anne's. Artists are opening up their homes and studios, or exhibiting their work in one of our fantastic community spaces - St Anne's House, Arnos Vale Cemetery, The Langton Pub, St Cuthbert's Church Hall, Hop Union Brewery and The Glass Loft. For more information, click here.

Bristol Old City Self-Guided Drinks Tour

Treat your fatherly figure to an exclusive drink-tasting journey to three independent venues in Bristol's old town. Taste three wines, three beers and three gins, all at your leisure! To book tickets, click here.

Free Movie Trail in Clifton

Take part in a free family-friendly film trail through the heart of Clifton from May 31 to June 19! Explore Clifton and uncover trail stops at participating businesses and venues - each one featuring fun film-themed trivia and cinematic cubes. For more information, click here.

Bedminster's Secret Gardens

Bedminster's Secret Gardens returns on June 14 and 15. Guests will have the opportunity to explore over 25 private gardens and four community gardens during the event for a £3 donation per person (free for children). For more information, click here.

Bristol Refugee Festival

Bristol's Refugee Festival is set to make a return from June 7 to 22 with more than 25 events under the theme of ‘Community as a Superpower’. The programme will be hosted across a wide range of locations to showcase the diverse communities of the city and beyond through food, music, art and sport. For more information, click here.

Clifton International Festival of Music

Bristol’s classical music festival returns from June 6 to 14 with spellbinding sounds from acclaimed artists and vibrant music-making from some of the country’s most exciting performers. In the programme, you’ll find masterpieces including Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Schubert & Brahms, alongside spellbinding performances from some of the country’s brightest classical rising stars. To book your tickets, click here.

The Usual Boys at The Old England

Enjoy an afternoon of 80s post-punk, chunky riffs and electronic vibes with your fatherly figure at The Old England. Headlining the show is The Usual Boys. Travelling from Berlin, the band were inspired by the dirge of the Berlin club scene, as the angular sound of 80s Post Punk. Their sound is characterised by janky guitars and driving bass lines which underpin a dark, post-ironic take on a seemingly unending ascent into adulthood. To book your tickets, click here.

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Bristol Birdman

Bristol's first-ever Birdman event will be taking place at Bristol Harbour, between The Cottage Inn and Bristol Marina, on June 15 from 10am to noon. Participants will create homemade machines or costumes to fly the furthest they can before landing safely in the water. For more information, click here.

"Daddy & Daughter Day" Father's Day at Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel

Celebrate "Father's Day" and treat that special little person in your life to a mini hairstyling session with a talented stylist on June 15. Dads can even learn how to recreate the styles at home. Customers can also purchase a delicious Sunday lunch in the hotel's "Keepers Kitchen & Bar" as a ticket option. To book your place, click here.

Sanctioned UK at Ashton Gate

The UK’s largest supercar event, Sanctioned UK, will be taking over Ashton Gate Stadium on June 15. Some 60 cars will be chosen to park around the entire perimeter of the pitch, whilst a further 80 cars will be hosted in the indoor concourses and more than 250 cars will be displayed through the site. To book your tickets, click here.

Mach2 Motor Show at Aerospace Bristol

See classic cars, racing cars, vintage buses, military vehicles, motorbikes and more, alongside amazing aircraft and the historic hangars of the former Filton Airfield on June 15 from 10am to 4.30pm. Entrance is included with general admission.

Traditional Breakfast Train at Avon Valley Railway

Spend an hour with your fatherly figure in one of the traditional carriages and enjoy a delicious breakfast on board. Whilst your train is hauled by one of the heritage engines, you will be served a glass of orange juice to accompany the hearty ‘Engine Drivers’ full English breakfast. At the end of your meal, you will also be served a hot cup of tea or coffee while you sit back and enjoy the rest of your journey. To book your tickets, click here.

Festival of Nature

The UK's biggest free nature festival returns to Bristol from June 7 to 15 with over 80 events themed around water, including a unique pop-up wetland. An 8x8m pop-up wetland will be constructed in the middle of Bristol’s Millennium Square by WWT, the charity for wetlands and wildlife. For more information, click here.

The Lady Boys of Bangkok 'Glow Up Tour' at Durdham Downs

Treat your fatherly figure to a must-see new production for 2025 with plenty of fun-filled comedy and outrageous cheekiness, with over 400 incredible costumes and more theatrical sequin-laden production numbers than you can shake your tail feather at! To book your ticket, click here.

Fathers Day Fossils of the Frome

Go on a fascinating journey back in time to 300 million years ago, discovering the geology and fossils of the Frome Valley. The Frome Valley stretches for 20 miles, dating back 300 million years in time. Join Steve England on a fascinating journey back in time along the Frome Valley, taking us back before the dinosaurs evolved, learn how the rocks were formed, discover the fossils within the valley, and learn all about the prehistoric features that tell a fascinating story. To book your tickets, click here.