Whats on this week

Olly Murs Tribute Act Solstice Music Ceremony

Date: Fri 17th Dec

Description: Tickets from £15pp - BOOK NOW: https://bit.ly/3CQteYW Karl Lewis brings the sound, the look and the moves of fan favourite Olly Murs to life in his tribute show. Performing all the massive hits from “Dance with me tonight”, “Troublemaker”, “Thinking of me” and many more you are guaranteed to be in for a fantastic night.

Venue: R3 Riverside Leisure, Yate BS37 4FT

THE EMPERIALS

Date: Sat 18th Dec

Description: The Emperials are a long running major force on the UK’s Ska scene with a live reputation for fun, entertaining, professional and very lively shows. ONSTAGE AT 9PM http://www.theemperials.co.uk/ Doors Open: 7.45pm Admission: £10 on the Door

Venue: The Thunderbolt 124 Bath rd, Bristol

CAROLS @ CHRISTMAS

Date: Sun 19th Dec

Description: We will be raising funds again this year for HELPING HOMELESS BELIEVE with our Carols @ Christmas Afternoon/Evening hosted by Teresa Alexander and Joe Solo. We also have MARSHFIELD BRASS BAND joining us playing a variety of Carols for all to join in . There will be Hot Mulled Wine/ Cider ,Warm Mince Pies & Roasted Chestnuts

Venue: The Midland Spinner Pub, London Rd, Warmley, Bristol

Date: Mon 20th Dec

Description: St.Anne’s church invites a musical ceremony with professional musicians to invoke a moment of peace, a solstice ritual to celebrate this time of the year. Musicians include, Bill Merrick [Guitar] / Alec Harrison [Fretless Bass / David Mowat [Trumpet], Giorgio Cortiana [Percussion]. Expect biglandscapes, big harmony and lamenting melodies.Bring your own blankets, cushions and anything to comfort and turn your universe into a warm loving den. We will have some rugs out with chairs.

Venue: St Annes, Church Greenbank, Fishponds

Carols are Back

Date: Tues 21st Dec

Description: Yes carols are back at the Black Swan....Do come along and join us for Carol singing and Christmas songs. Look forward to seeing you all if you can make it. Carol sheets will be provided. No need be an expert at singing. Just join in and have fun. Venue: The Black Swan, 92 Stoke Lane Bristol

Ultimate Diva’s Christmas Party Night

Date: Wed 22nd Dec

Description: Dance the night away to all the hits from the biggest female divas including Britney, Kylie, Lady Gaga, Madonna and Katy Perry. Tickets include 3 course meal.

Venue: The Village Hotel Club, Bulfinch Close, Filton, Bristol

Aviator Brass Christmas Sing-a-long

Date: Thurs 23rd Dec

Description: The Christmas Sing-a-long at the Portcullis is BACK. We missed our traditional Yuletide hootenanny last year so we’re going to make up for it this year with more festive spirit than you can shake a bauble at! Dee and Paul will line up the beers and we’ll line up your favourite carols! Venue:Portcullis, 2 Wellington Terrece, Bristol

Date: Fri 24th Dec

Description: Christmas eve bash come and join us Christmas eve from 9am for a morning coffee and a mince pie 1-5pm santas grotto, Raffle draw tickets are on sale in club too which are £1 a strip 8pm-12 80’s disco�� Santas grotto at the pba 1-5, Meet Santa and his elfs for a pressie, kids will also get sausage and chips or nuggets and chips with a cup drink all included in the £5 ticket price Food and drinks will be available to purchase at the bar for adults, Music and games though out the day. All welcome please enquire at the bar

Venue: PBA Club Nibley Rd, Shirehampton, Bristol BS11 9XR

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Boxing Day Football Date: Sun 26th Dec

Description: After a year off everyone should be fit (?) and raring to go for our annual football match Fromeside ESU v Ex-Fromeside. Meet at 58th HQ, Gadshill Road from 10.00am ready for 10.30am kick off in Eastville Park. It would be great to see as many as possible ideally to play or if not, to spectate and enjoy a Christmas drink after! The more players the less we all need to run around, and as hopefully you know footballing ability is not a requirement!

Date: Mon 27th Dec

Description: Tis the season for a trip to Bristol Zoo Gardens! Treat yourself to a special day out with friends, family and your favourite animals. See 300 incredible animal species plus twinkling lights and a giant Christmas tree on the top terrace. Warm up on your stroll with a takeaway hot chocolate from The Hide restaurant or one of the kiosks – don’t forget the cream and marshmallows! Bristol Zoo Gardens is open every day throughout the Christmas (except 25 December) and Twixmas period, including New Year’s Day.Times: 10.00am - 5.00pm Venue: College Rd, Clifton, Bristol BS8 3HA

Brick Dinos at History of Video Games

Date: Tues 28th Dec

Description: Enter the Jurassic period like never before and meet the dinosaurs face to face, each one masterfully built using LEGO®bricks. Working in close collaboration with a palaeontologist, artist Warren Elsmore and his team have masterfully recreated some of the largest beasts to ever walk this earth in LEGO form! Come face to face with dinosaurs from the air, sea and land. Come and see for yourself the spectacular creatures that once roamed the Earth millions of years ago. Special opening offer – tickets are £7 per person, two tickets for £12 or four Tickets for £22 The event runs until January 9th 2022. Find History of Video Games on the ground floor. Venue: The Galleries, Bristol

Ice Skating at Old Down Country Park Date: Now - 31st Dec

Description: Ice Skating at Old Down is back this festive season! Join them for the ultimate festive day out with a 45-minute ice skating session on real ice and access to the Country Park for the whole day. The outdoor ice rink will be under cover this year, so not to be interrupted by the unpredictable weather.

Venue: Foxholes Ln, Old Down, Bristol BS32 4PG