What's On in Bristol
Sunday 13 September 2026 · This weekend · City guide
Bristol has a habit of making Sundays feel like anything but an afterthought, and the 13th of September 2026 is no exception. From fresh-faced students finding their feet to rock legends tearing up the rulebook, the city is alive with energy at every corner and every hour. Whether you are lacing up bowling shoes in the afternoon or dancing until the small hours, there is a version of tonight with your name on it.
Highlights
UWE Bristol Official Freshers | Bowling | King Pins — Freshers week can feel overwhelming, but there is something wonderfully low-stakes about a lane of bowling to break the ice with your new neighbours. King Pins plays host to this official UWE event from 3:00pm, keeping things accessible at just £5–£7 — perfect for a first Sunday in a new city when you want a laugh without the pressure of a packed dancefloor. Strike up some friendships, quite literally.

PRIMAL SCREAM - XTRMNTR — This is not a night for the faint-hearted, and that is precisely why you should go. Primal Scream performing their incendiary 2000 album XTRMNTR in full at Electric Bristol from 6:00pm is the kind of event that reminds you why live music exists — all serrated guitars, chemical grooves, and Bobby Gillespie wild-eyed at the centre of it. Check the website for tickets, because this will not hang around.

The Prat Pack — Bristol Beacon is one of the finest rooms in the country to watch a live performance, and The Prat Pack arriving at 7:00pm promises to fill it with irreverence, charm, and the sort of comedy-meets-showmanship that leaves your cheeks aching. Whether you are a longtime fan or a curious first-timer, an evening here feels like a proper Sunday treat — check the website for pricing and availability before someone else snaps up your seat.
UWE Bristol Official Freshers | Disco Wonderland | OMG — When the bowling pins have fallen and the concert crowds have spilled out, Disco Wonderland kicks off at OMG from 10:00pm to give freshers the night they will be talking about in week ten. Glittery, euphoric, and priced between £5 and £15, this is the kind of club night that makes September feel electric — sequins optional, good vibes absolutely mandatory.
Full listings
| Event | Venue | Time | Price | Link | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Live Music | |||||
| PRIMAL SCREAM - XTRMNTR | Electric Bristol | 6:00pm | Check website | Tickets | |
| Nightlife | |||||
| UWE Bristol Official Freshers | Bowling | King Pins | 3:00pm | £5–£7 | Tickets | |
| UWE Bristol Official Freshers | Disco Wonderland | OMG | 10:00pm | £5–£15 | Tickets | |
| Arts & Theatre | |||||
| The Prat Pack | Bristol Beacon | 7:00pm | Check website | Tickets | |