Festive Things to do in Bristol 2022
Have you seen the lights twinkling on Park Street? Starting to see the end of term in sight? The festive season is upon us and Bristol has loads to offer. Whether it’s grabbing some seasonal food and drink or enjoying the festive activities, there is something for everyone to do this winter season! Check out some of our suggestions in the city, including FREE things to do:
Cabot Christmas Market
Broadmead, Bristol, BS1 1UX
Broadmead’s Christmas market is back! Here, you can find some of the city’s independent traders selling everything from gorgeous gifts to seasonal food and drink – all from 40 wooden stalls decked out in festive tradition. This is a great location to have an evening out with friends or to find a present for Secret Santa. Visitors can also enjoy heated seating and delicious drinks from the Jäger Barn Bar or book exclusive use of one of the private, cosy igloo pods.
Times
5 Nov – 23 Dec
Open Daily: 10:00 – 19:00
Food & drink: 10:00 – 22:00
39-46 Feeder Road, Bristol, BS2 0SE
Enjoy ice skating, an apres skate bar and street food at Winterland at Propyard. Plus there's a calendar of winter social events, and craft markets to enjoy.
Times
5 November 2022 - 31 January 2023
Thursday & Friday: 16:00 - 00:00
Saturday: 10:00 - 00:00
Sunday: 10:00 - 19:00
Vintage Winter Wonderland in Millennium Square
Anchor Road, Bristol, BS1 5DB
At the harbourside winter wonderland, you can enjoy stunning views 40 meters high above Bristol’s harbour on the Observation Wheel. The market has festive tipple with mulled wine, mulled cider and hot chocolate available at stalls. You can also enjoy the vintage fairground rides.
Times
16 Nov – 2 Jan
Christmas at St. Nicks Markets
St Nicholas Market, Corn Exchange, Old City, Bristol, BS1 1JQ
Enjoy indoor and outdoor shopping areas at St. Nicks Market with over 60 stalls in the indoor market house. The stalls sell a range of gifts and is a great place to discover handmade crafts and enjoy delicious street food, plus there will be a Christmas themed outdoor market from 10 December.
Times
14 Nov – 24 Dec
Monday to Friday: 09.30 to 17:00
Saturday: 09.30 to 18:00
Sunday: 10:00 to 17:00
Christmas Eve: 09:30 to 15:00
FREE Festive things to do...
Explore the Festive Lights
The Christmas Adventures illumination trail spreads festive joy around the city each year. Spot lyrics lighting up iconic buildings and locations around the Old City, as well as festive lights decorating streets and shops up Park Street and Queens Road. Don't forget to see the Christmas Tree in Clifton Village.
Festive Film Nights
We'll be hosting two festive film nights in the Bristol SU Living Room so grab your friends and some snacks for a free and festive evening.
Love Actually - Monday 5 December | 18:30-20:30
The Night Before - Wednesday 7 December | 18:30-20:30
Festive events with Global Lounge
Join the Global Lounge for a series of festive events which are open to everyone. Here are some of the highlights...
Hannukah - Celebrate and Learn - Monday 5 December | 17:00-19:15
Festive Tea Time - Tuesday 20 December | 16:00-18:00
Festive Breakfast - Thursday 22 December | 09:30-11:30
Head for a Wintry Walk
If there's frost on the ground and a nip in the air, it's the perfect time to head for a wintery walk around the Harbourside, or cross the Suspension Bridge to Ashton Court.
Enjoy!
