This bank holiday weekend (August 23 to 26) will be a busy time in the city with free raves, exhibitions and Old City Sounds are dur to take place to name a few.
We have compiled a list of some of the best things to do this weekend around Bristol for free. Whether it rains or shines, there’s an activity for everyone.
There is of course the option of spending some cash at some of these events while others remain free, meaning you won’t need to spend a thing.
Here are some of the best things do in Bristol for free during this bank holiday weekend.
1. Cathedral Music Trail at Bristol Cathedral
During opening hours, visitors can collect a trail map and musical kit bag from the welcome desk at Bristol Cathedral and take part in the interactive Music Trail. Guests will be able to learn more about music at Bristol Cathedral alongside the Organ Exhibition in a hands-on way. | National World
2. Art exhibitions at Arnolfini
Exhibitions include Nengi Omuku: The Dance of People and the Natural World and Adebayo Bolaji: In Praise of Beauty. Workshops include Women's Craft Club on Friday from 11am to 1pm, We are Family: Let's Make Art from 11am to 6pm and Adult Portrait Club on Sunday from 2pm to 5pm. | Arnolfini Arts via Google Maps
3. Visit a City Farm
There are multiple city farms around Bristol which have free entry. St Werburghs City Farm has farm animals, a café and a small wooden adventure play area open every day from 9am to 5pm. Located in Kingswood and open Tuesday to Sunday from 9am to 4pm, Grimsbury Farm has many animals, a play area with a wooden tractor, slides, a swing and wooden climbing apparatus, a duck pond and a café. Open seven days a week from 9am to 5pm, Windmill Hill City Farm in Bedminster has animals, a fairy garden, a nature garden, a great family-friendly café, gravel digger play, a small play area and picnic spots. | Windmill Hill City Farm
4. Stoke park Sculpture Trail
Go on a hunt for beautiful wooden sculptures featuring giant conkers, owls, foxes, deer and other animals at Stoke Park. Google Maps shows the locations of many of the sculptures. | National World