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Welcome to Simple Things Festival 2026 in Bristol
On Saturday, November 7, 2026, Simple Things Festival takes over Bristol's city centre for its twelfth edition of boundary pushing live and electronic music. Bristol Beacon sits at the heart of the event, while performances spread across several of the city's most iconic clubs and cultural spaces.
Highlights and Attractions at Simple Things Festival in Bristol
- Four guest curators performing and shaping their own part of the line up for the first time, including Squid, Shabaka, Jeremy Deller and Cobrah
- A line up spanning post punk, techno, jazz, hip hop, psych rock and experimental electronic music
- Performances from The Avalanches, Panda Bear & Sonic Boom, Moor Mother, Nathan Fake and Cloud Nothings among many others
- Six venues across the city centre, including Bristol Beacon, Strange Brew, Rough Trade, Sportsmans, The Island and new venue Shredenhams
- Art installations and spontaneous collaborations that reflect Bristol's creative spirit
- Late night after parties at local bars and clubs extend the celebration once the main sets end
- A welcoming crowd that ranges from seasoned festival goers to complete newcomers
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Program and Schedule: What to Expect in Bristol
The day begins with performances running simultaneously across several venues, letting visitors move freely between locations. As evening falls, the program concentrates around the main stages at Bristol Beacon, with electronic sets carrying on late into the night. The full 2026 line up continues to be announced on the official website in the months before the event.
Tickets and Admission for Simple Things Festival Bristol
Tickets are sold in staggered price tiers, and a festival ticket currently costs the equivalent of roughly 75 to 90 euros depending on seller and booking fees. For anyone who cannot afford the standard price, the organizers offer a discounted Open Concession option. The festival welcomes attendees aged 14 and over, with under 21s required to be accompanied by an adult after 9pm.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Bristol
- Bristol Beacon sits centrally with entrances on Trenchard Street and Colston Street, an easy walk from most city centre hotels
- Bristol's bus and coach station is only a short walk away, making train or coach travel a convenient option
- Early November tends to bring cool and rainy autumn weather to Bristol, so a waterproof jacket is worth packing
- Since the program spans multiple venues, comfortable shoes make moving between locations much easier
- City centre accommodation should be booked well ahead given the strong demand around festival weekend
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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