When is the Bristol Harbour Festival?
Bristol Harbour Festival is taking place from Friday 18 to Sunday 20 July 2025.
What to expect from Bristol Harbour Festival
Bristol Harbour Festival is the largest free festival in the South West. A diverse showcase of all things Bristol - from tasty independent food stalls to dance troupes and up and coming artists - the festival takes over the Harbourside area with an array of unmissable activities and maritime adventures.
Venues include Harbour View at the Amphitheatre, the Family Playground at College Green, the Expression Stage at Millennium Square, Dance Tent and Bristol Rising at Queen Square and of course, On The Water at the harbour itself.
For line-ups and more information, head to the Bristol Harbour Festival website.
How to get to Bristol Harbour Festival
Travelling to Bristol Harbour Festival by train couldn’t be easier. With its city-centre location being just a 20-minute walk from Bristol Temple Meads Station, you can take a lovely stroll or, alternatively, bus routes run between the station and the harbour.
Things to do in Bristol
Bristol is a vibrant city with plenty to do for all ages, so why not stick around for a few days? Why not explore some of the city’s iconic landmarks and attractions. From the Bristol Beacon and the Bristol Aquarium to immersive, walk-through art experience Wake The Tiger and miles of large scale murals and street art from Upfest in Bedminster, Bristol has something for everyone to enjoy.
Head to our Bristol page to find out more about the South West’s vibrant capital.