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Harbour Sights & Festival Nights: Your Guide to Bristol Harbour Festival 2025
From Friday 18 to Sunday 20 July 2025 , Bristol’s vibrant harbourside comes alive for the Bristol Harbour Festival , the South West’s largest free cultural event.
Expect maritime heritage, community spirit, and non‑stop entertainment across Queen Square, Millennium Square, College Green, the Amphitheatre and the harbour itself—welcome to an unforgettable celebration by the water.
Whether you're planning a weekend packed with live music, boat shows and street food, or simply soaking up the riverside atmosphere, we have several serviced apartments just a stone’s throw from the action —including in Wapping Wharf , Clifton , and across the city —so you can stay in comfort while keeping close to the festivities.
Dance to the Rhythm of the River
The Amphitheatre’s Harbour View stage hosts a stellar lineup of local, national and international artists. Headliners include The Longest Johns , The Allergies , Bloco B , Eternal Taal , and the Gnawa Blues All Stars .
Expect genres ranging from folk and world music to rhythmic fusion—and plenty of energy-packed performances across the weekend.
Other stages like Queen Square (Bristol Rising & Dance Tent) and Millennium Square (Expression Stage) showcase grassroots bands, dance troupes, spoken word, jazz and blues—offering something for every musical taste.
A Foodie’s Festival Heaven
The festival buzz continues off‑stage with a mouth-watering array of independent food stalls and drinks.
A landmark collaboration among Bristol breweries and the return of Thatchers Cider add extra local flair.
The "Made in Bristol" stage highlights the best of the city’s emerging food and drink producers—expect plenty of local craft options and delicious street eats.
Boats, Acrobatics & All the Floating Fun
The harbour itself becomes a stage with on-the-water entertainment , including craft displays, maritime performances and visiting vessels!
Most notably the majestic Tall Ship Galeón Andalucía , arriving Thursday 17 July and staying docked for the weekend water-based acts and interactive experiences that truly embrace Bristol's nautical roots.
Where Kids Rule the (College) Green
Families are in for fun at College Green , transformed into a creative playground featuring street‑style circus, trapeze performances, stilt walkers and interactive fun.
This is the perfect space for kids to enjoy the magic of live performance in a relaxed, green setting.
Wapping Wharf Apartments
Just steps from the festival action, you’ll find our Wapping Wharf Serviced Apartments in Harbourside —ideal for those looking to make the most of the weekend.
Staying here means you're immersed in the festival vibe while enjoying comfort and harbour views.
