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Diverse Artists Network (DAN), champions of local arts and culture, are excited to present DIASPORA! - a new arts festival for Bristol and the South West, taking place from 3 - 6 May, Early May Bank Holiday weekend 2024. 

Bristol Jazz Festival makes its highly anticipated return for its eleventh edition this month (22 - 24 March) at its new South Bristol home, the Tobacco Factory Theatre.

The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta will return to the rolling hills of Ashton Court this summer, with changes afoot to overcome recent challenges and allow this iconic event to soar to new heights. 

Returning to Bristol 21 years and eight albums after their last visit, Kings of Leon will headline Ashton Gate Stadium on Sunday 23 June 2024.

This year’s Creative Cities Convention is hosted in collaboration with the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority

Magical festivities and seasonal joy will once again be created for residents and visitors in Bath with the return of the famous Christmas Market for 2024.

Bristol Pride add another award to their belts after being named as Pride Organisation of the Year at this year’s national Gaydio Awards held in Manchester.

The Francis Hotel in Bath has been awarded a Gold Green Tourism Award, following their excellent performance in all areas of protecting and supporting staff and customer health and wellbeing.

This year, Upfest Presents...an 18 day cultural programme, supported by Arts Council England from 18 May - 2 June

10 mesmerising light artworks including four world premieres delighted 275,000 throughout the festival’s 10 day run. 

Bristol-based Solarsense has installed a huge 348-panel solar array at the Beacon as part of its recent £132 million refurbishment.

Lucknam Park has announced that their Executive Chef Hywel Jones has retained his prestigious Michelin star for the 19th successive year.