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10 Hello La Voix
16 Drag On
21 David Hoyle: Diamond
UK’s most Dazzling performer! With AMAZING live vocals, La Voix can impersonate and perform some of the biggest divas from around the globe!
12 Disgraceful Beaviour Discharge hosts another great event at Old Market Assembly
This great show is not to be missed.
presented by Bristol Queer Arts & Arnolfini with special guests
23 Aliens of the Art World 18 New Rules A new feature from Bristol Bisons RFC by Joe Butler
Aliens of the Art World is an out of this world exhibition curated by queer artists.
24 120 BPM 15 (S) A defiant account of 90s AIDS activism in France.
14 BLACK ENUF KIKI Socials presents a series of short films for your heart & Soul.
15 Rainbow Heart
26 A fairytale of possibilities
Rainbow Heart, the new musical show from The Bleeding Obvious
Kiki Archers latest novel.
28 Music Sing Out Bristol Concert
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31 West End
35 Fetish Events
39 Pride Season
The guide to Bristol’s Gay Village in the West End.
32 Old Market Quarter The guide to Bristol’s Gay Village in Old Market Quarter
34 Club Events All the LGBT+ Club events for On scene and Off scene.
All the support organisations, social groups, events and all things LGBT+.
The season guide to main pride events
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From activity & social groups to meet ups get the info here
37 Support Groups From Online & phone helplines to advise or face to face support its all listed here
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Hello La Voix Date: Fri 6th April 2018 Times: 19:00 Venues: Bath Komedia Tickets: £10:00 La Voix is the larger than life star from Absolutely Fabulous The Movie, Britain’s Got Talent semi finalist and the UK’s most dazzling performer. Join La Voix for the BEST night out of the year, featuring live musicians, hilarious comedy and incredible live singing and vocal impersonations. From Cher to Shirley Bassey, La Voix spares no Diva! La Voix is simply the best, and this is one hot ticket you don’t want to miss! Performing for everyone from celebrities to the Royal family and now to the audience of Komedia Bath! UNRESERVED CABARET SEATING // 14+ (UNDER 16S MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT) // DOORS 7:00pm // SHOW 7:30pm AUDITORIUM SEATS: Cabaret seating. Tables are allocated on a first-come first-served basis on the night – arrive early to get the best seats. Group bookers (10+) MUST arrive by 19:30 to enable the party to sit together. The auditorium is fully wheelchair accessible- please contact the venue for wheelchair tickets. BALCONY SEATS: Unreserved seating with an excellent view of the stage seated in cinema style rows. Please note: There is no disabled access to the balcony. Ages 14+ (under 16st must be accompanied by an adult) Seated Event – Please contact us if you have specific access requirements.
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Disgraceful Behaviour 7th April 2018 Times: 21:30 Old Market Assembly Tickets: £5 & £10 on the door
The Old Market Assembly in collaboration with Dis Charge presents: DisGraceful Behaviour! Featuring cabaret that’s dynamic, debaucherous and a delight to the senses, Dis Graceful Behaviour debuts with an international lineup of Drag, Burlesque and Circus performers each promising to deliver exciting and entertaining acts that will BLOW YOU AWAY! Featuring Ryan Stecken (Berlin) Star of German Idol Ophelia Wilde (Bristol) Eva Serration (Manchester) Benjamin Butch (London) CerebralSlut (Bristol) Tess La Coil (Bristol) Hosted by the international nightmare of drag, Dis Charge! Doors open 9:30pm, Show begins at 10pm - Get there early to grab a great space and a drink in the inviting atmosphere of the Old Market Assembly Free after party with DJ Darcie Doll ( Bad Reputation - International Women’s Day, LaDIYfest Bristol ) Tickets are £5.00 Early Bird and £10.00 on the door BUY THEM.... NOW https://m.bpt.me/event/3235380 This venue is wheelchair friendly and accessible, if you require any further assistance or have any questions feel free to DM Dis Charge or the Old Market Assembly referencing the event name.
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KIKI Socials: Short Film Screening Date: 7th April 2018 Time: 20:00 Venue: West St Kitchen Ticket price: See Facebook Kiki are back and bringing you a few tasty short film morsels to feed the soul and mind. Doors open at 8pm and we’ll be kicking off the first film at 8:30pm //EVERYTHING I’M NOT// Roman Manfredi Everything I’m Not, (5:12 mins) is an experiemental documentary that centres 3 Butch/Femme and Stud/ Fem lesbian couples. The viewer is invited to share intimate fragments of the couples’ lives, expressed through their domestic environment. By slowing down the process of perception, moments within an everyday setting provide a backdrop to stories that aim to capture the essence of the Butch/Femme and Stud/Fem dynamic. www.romanmanfredi.com
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The Bleeding Obvious: Rainbow Heart (Bristol) 15th April 2018 Times: 19:30 Cafe Kino Tickets: £5
“Life is never quite as straight as it seems...” What happens when you tumble out of the closet and find yourself trying to work out exactly where you are on the gender and sexuality spectrum? Rainbow Heart, the new musical show from The Bleeding Obvious endeavours to describe the experience through songs and tales of joy, grief, happiness, loss and defiance. Touring again in 2018, it’s been referred to as “hilarious”, “thoughtful” and “astounding”. Featuring tracks from her debut album as well as new tunes, let The Bleeding Obvious take you on a rollercoaster rainbow ride... With spoken word support from special guests The Thinking Chimp and Geneviève L Walsh. Doors 7pm, show 7:30pm. All-ages, but contains adult themes and language. ACCESSIBILITY NOTE: Owing to the narrow staircase between the venue and street-level, this venue is not fully accessible. “The queer Victoria Wood” - Yorkshire Evening Post “A masterpiece” - Gay Yorkshire “Groundbreaking” - Warlock Asylum
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Drag On 12th 13th April 2018 Wardrobe Theatre
Times: 20:00 Tickets: £10
A loving, fire-breathing exploration of queer identity, fantasy and myth, presented by James Morgan Following his premiere at The Yard Theatre in London, as part of NOW ‘17 festival of experimental theatre, dance artist James Morgan sets fire to the gender binary in this multidisciplinary hour-long show. James’ reptilian alter ego shares witty and thought-provoking stories about drag, monstrosity and the end of the world – with experimental dance and fierce lip-syncing to Nicki Minaj, Marilyn Manson and Cher. By embracing our innermost fantasies, what can we reveal about being present and queer in the modern world? In 2018, as the repercussions of human dominance on earth become increasingly apocalyptic, aren’t we better off as monsters than as humans? “Drag On subverts ideals of drag, beauty and fantasy, ultimately presenting an innovative exploration of contemporary obsessions that pull at the edges of drag as performance, and as an art form. Laugh-outloud funny, thoughtful and fresh!” Andrew Ellerby, Director of ‘And What?’ Queer Arts Festival “The costumes and make-up are phenomenal… he’s gone for gold in terms of Dragon Wings and glitz, which have an undeniable WOW-factor.” The LGBTQ Arts Review “Morgan handles speech, poetry, mime, movement and both subtle and anarchic humour without a flicker of inhibition.” Resolution! “Moves like a creature you have never seen before, and will probably never see again… I wanted to sing out loud with this wonderful, majestic ‘beastly’ dragon.” South East Dance
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NEW RULES BY JOE BUTLER
I see the double take all the time. Peppering the routine Monday chit-chat with rugby often provokes a visible mental clash when you’re talking about a queer documentary not two minutes later. Sportsmanship and homosexuality tend to be acknowledged independently, yet fail to find a synergy between the two; particularly with the more ‘masculine’ sports. Inclusivity is still largely in its infancy, with an increasing number of out, queer sportspeople filling the channels at every major event. Alongside the ‘old-school’ likes of Billie Jean King and Martina Navratilova, recent years have seen the rise of personalities such as Tom Daley, Caitlyn Jenner and Adam Rippon, who put forward their queer lifestyles for all to see in the public eye. The 2018 Winter Olympics saw the live broadcast of Gus Kenworthy kissing his boyfriend before his qualifiers, something previously unprecedented amongst televised sports. However, there is still a significant disconnection between queer representation and celebrated athleticism, particularly within the more ‘masculine’ sports. Figures such as Nigel Owens, Keegan Hirst and Gareth Thomas show the presence of queer men within the rugby circuit, while organizational efforts, including those by Stonewall and England Rugby, endeavour to promote inclusivity within the sport. Recent initiatives such as the Rainbow Laces campaign have bolstered the accessibility to wider masses, adopted by the England Rugby team with sponsorship from Aviva and Stonewall, acting as a forefront of inclusivity issues in mainstream sports. However, the
unfortunately high amount of vitriol online show why such measures are still necessary, and why the presence of inclusive sports, including Inclusive Rugby, is key to reaching a more integrated future. I came along to my first training session with the Bisons last October, not really knowing what to expect. My previous, minor, experience with rugby largely revolved around innate athleticism, bonding over girls and terms like ‘fag’ and ‘gay’ being hurled around as insults; which still manifested in my pre-conceptions. Looking back on the past 6 months, I can honestly say that I have not regretted a single moment. The club itself, and the wider IGR (Inclusive Gay Rugby) community, bring no assumptions with them, demands of physicality, nor any stereotypes that propagate throughout. The amalgamation of inclusivity and sport goes above and beyond all expectation, with nothing but potential to improve the game, the community and the livelihoods of anyone who gets involved. Twitter & Instagram: @bisonsrfc Facebook: Bristol Bisons RFC …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Events: April 14th – [Home] Bristol Bisons RFC vs Keynshan RFC III April 21st – [Away] Reading Renegades RFC vs Bristol Bisons RFC April 28th – Bingham Fundraiser ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… Training at Clifton RFC: Monday 7pm – Touch & Fitness Thursday 7pm - Training ………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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David Hoyle: Diamond 28 April 2018 Time: 20.00 Arnolfini Ticket price: £16.00
Diamond is an unforgiving queer performance of sexuality and British culture exploring LGBT history from 1957 to 2018 through the personal biography of avant garde performer David Hoyle. Weaving together intimate personal accounts and landmark events, Diamond charts David’s rise from a gay adolescent in Blackpool, through famous Channel 4 anti-drag queen cult phenomena Divine David, to the performer he is today. “The show is a celebration of survival against overwhelming odds. We have a LGBT history we are proud of.” – David Hoyle. Revisiting landmark events such as the Wolfenden Report, the decriminalisation of homosexuality, the repeal of Section 28 and the lives of prominent gay figures such as Alan Turing, and more recent LGBT political activists, Diamond offers moments of reflection and insights into this history and on-going struggle for equality. An unforgiving piece of avant-garde theatre, Diamond navigates the transformation of gay countercultures, queer gender and sexuality, and British social attitudes, and will appeal to all with liberation in their heart. With special guests The LipSinkers Diamond has been made by performer David Hoyle, director Mark Whitelaw, and producer/dramaturg Jayne Compton; commissioned by Contact and supported by Arts Council England.
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Aliens of the Art World 29 March - 4 April Time: 11:00 -18:00 Centre space gallery Ticket price: Free
Aliens of the Art World is an out of this world exhibition curated by queer artists. We’re on a mission to create our own home planet, our own galaxy, our own new constellations crammed into one room. All work on exhibition is inspired by the intergalactic, the outer space & the alien lifeform. Looking at the themes of navigating the queer reality, and everyone’s personal experiences. The artists on board work in a wide range of media. Expect to see larger than life props, installations wall to wall, a constellation of illustrations & paintings, costumes, poetry, photography & performance art. We would like to invite you to an exhibition like no other. Join us on opening night to see two performance pieces alongside a first look at all the work. We’ll also be offering beer & wine to those who make it to the bar in time! 29th March – 4th April 11am - 6pm Opening night: 29th March 5pm – 9pm
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Venue: Watershed Bristol Date: Fri 6 - Sat 14 April Director: Robin Campillo Cast: Nahuel Pérez Biscayart, Arnaud Valois, Adèle Haenel Info: 143 mins, Subtitled, 2017, France Bristol Tickets: www.watershed.co.uk Price: £8 Full £5 Concessions ACT UP Bristol, the Curzon and Watershed presents: The lives of AIDS activists in early 90s Paris are reimagined in bold and vivid detail in 120 BPM, a stunning and heart-wrenching drama from the writer of Palme d’Or winner The Class, Robin Campillo. Winner of the Grand Prix at Cannes 2017 and a host of international awards, this is an essential work of cinema with a profoundly moving and delicately crafted love story at its heart. As the AIDS epidemic tears through their community, the members of ACT UP Paris are fighting for survival. While they battle against governmental apathy, pharmaceutical greed and public ignorance, they also go out partying, debate politics and, occasionally, fall in love. One day, as outspoken radical Sean (Nahuel Pérez Biscayart) strikes up a conversation with shy newcomer Nathan (Arnaud Valois), they have no idea that their lives are about to change forever. Based on the director’s own experiences, this vibrant and deeply emotional drama rushes with youthful energy, balancing powerful themes of social justice with euphoric moments of spine-tingling sensuality. Urgent and affecting, it’s a film about life, death, love, tragedy – and, above all, the will to survive. This special community event, ACT UP Bristol will be joined for Q+A with members of HIV community organisations, Brigstowe and THT, the incredibly inspiring, sexual health and LGBT rights campaigner, Lisa Power, and Ash Kotak from AIDS Memorial UK to contextualise the issues raised in film, and highlight why this film is so important today. “120 BPM is not a film about being a victim of the epidemic but about being stronger and becoming active” Robin Campillo, Writer and Director of 120 BPM
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ELLCon is set to take place in Bristol over 23 and 24 Aug 2018. We are Europe’s first independent book conference solely dedicated to the promotion of lesbian fiction. We promote books of fiction that have lesbian characters in strong, leading, independent roles. We welcome writers, would-be writers and readers from all across Europe and the globe.
The Con has already attracted authors from 8 different publishers, as well as some leading independent authors. Many more are expected to join us in the coming weeks and months. There will be panel discussions related to writing and publishing lesbian fiction, author readings, workshops and book signings. Date: 23 - 27 August 2018 Venue: Watershed, 1 Canon’s Rd, Bristol BS1 5TX Tickets: From £70 Info: www.ellconmeet.org
Literature
A fairytale of possibilities. Author: Title: Publisher: Language:
Kiki Archer A fairytale of possibilities K.A Books (June 13, 2017) English
Synopsis Wedding planner Lauren Hilliard weaves fairytales out of possibilities. It’s her business and she’s good at it. Her brides love her for making their dreams come true but she’s not managed to make the magic happen for herself – yet. Trouble is, Lauren’s in love with her best friend and has been for eleven hopeless years. Years in which she’s secretly imagined the fairytale of possibilities if she had the courage to speak… which she hasn’t. So she doesn’t. And she won’t. But what if the feelings are mutual? Cue the latest magical rom-com from best-selling, award-winning author, Kiki Archer. About the Author Lambda Literary Award finalist, Kiki Archer is the UKbased author of eight best-selling, award-winning novels. She was named in the Guardian newspaper’s Pride Power List 2017. Kiki’s debut novel But She Is My Student won the UK’s 2012 SoSoGay Best Book Award. Its sequel Instigations took just 12 hours from its release to reach the top of the Amazon lesbian fiction chart. www.kikiarcherbooks.com Meet the Author ELLCon is set to take place in Bristol over 23 and 24 Aug 2018. We are Europe’s first independent book conference solely dedicated to the promotion of lesbian fiction. We promote books of fiction that have lesbian characters in strong, leading, independent roles. We welcome writers, would-be writers and readers from all across Europe and the globe. Clare Lydon will be at the event.
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10 Years Of Sing Out Bristol 13-14 April 2018 / St Georges / Bristol / www.stgeorgesbristol.co.uk
Join Sing Out Bristol, the South West’s award-winning LGBT choir, as they return to St George’s to celebrate their 10th anniversary. This two night extravaganza features the best of their repertoire from the past decade of song. Expect to see the usual mix of beautiful choral singing and their trademark dance moves. Joining Sing Out Bristol on Friday will be Vibe, a pop/rock choir from Portishead and on Saturday, The South Wales Gay Men’s Chorus. Both evenings will be signed by a BSL interpreter. To celebrate their 10th anniversary as Bristol’s leading LGBT choir, they bring you TWO performances of our annual concert in 2018, at the magnificent refurbished and extended St Georges Concert Hall. These concerts will be our biggest ever, with over a 100 of us on stage for the first time ever. Join us, as we take you through a musical journey from our 10 year back catalogue, with a few twists here and there, and more of our trademark choralography than ever before. Our Friday night concert features Wendy Sergeant’s VIBE as our special guest choir. Ticket Prices (concession price in brackets): Band A (red) £18 (£16), Band B (yellow) £16 (£14), Band C (blue) £14 (£12), Band D (green) £12 (£10) Venue: St Georges Hall Time: 19:30 Date: Friday 13 April & Saturday 14 April www.stgeorgesbristol.co.uk
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Bristol’s unconventional urbanity gives the city its distinctive character.
A City Of Urban Villages
Bristol is one of the UK’s eight core cities, home to leading companies from the creative, technological, financial, micro electronics, environmental, aerospace, advanced engineering and service industries. Colston Hall /West End
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Bristol is made up of several diverse urban villages with their own distinctive characteristics. The city is constantly evolving, refusing to stand still. It’s unconventional urbanity, young and multi ethnic neighborhoods means that Bristol is a world leading resilient city.
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Gay Village, West End Welcome to the Gay Village in the West End. Centrally located within easy walking distance of the Train & Bus Stations & Bristol Shopping Quarter. The village venues are open day & night, the area is well connected & has events planned every night of the week. For all the latest details check www.outbristol.co.uk
11 OMG BAR
4 Frogmore Street, BS1 5UX
OMG Bar combines a stylish, relaxed, yet lively atmosphere, an extensive cocktail menu, competitive pricing, and amazing sound system and light up dancefloor - It really is something special. Opening Times Mon - Sat:20:00-02:00 Sunday Closed www.outbristol.co.uk/bent
12 Queenshilling
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The atmosphere in this Club is truly electric. Visit the website for up to date opening times DJ listings and details of theme nights. From stages and podiums, to comfortable seating areas, with premium drinks at reasonable prices and the friendliest staff around. www.outbristol.co.uk/queenshilling
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1 Frog Lane, BS1 5UX
OMG is the South West’s busiest and biggest gay venue. It’s state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems, buzzing atmosphere and competitive pricing have made OMG the incredible, lively club it is today.Opening Times: Wed - Fri:22:00-04:00 Sat:22:00-05:00. www.outbristol.co.uk/omg-club
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Welcome to the Gay Village in the Old Market Quarter Centrally located within easy walking distance of the Train & Bus Stations & Bristol Shopping Quarter. The village venues are open day & night, the area is well connected & has events planned every night of the week and festival events throughout the year. For all the latest details check www.outbristol.co.uk 1 The Phoenix 1 Wellington Buildings, BS2 9DB Gay run & owned, this is the ONLY openly friendly bar catering to everyone who respects diversity that reflects this amazing city! Relax in a comfy friendly establishment .Opening Hours Mon-Tue 16:00-23:00 Wed-Fri 12:00-23:00 Sat 12:00-Late Sun 12:00-10:00 www.outbristol.co.uk/the-phoenix 2 The Punch Bowl Ale House & Kitchen 23 Old Market St, BS2 0HB The Punch Bowl Ale House & Kitchen will reopen on the 7th July as Old Market’s real ale & craft beer venue, offering £2.70 ales everyday & beautiful home-cooked food. Opening Times: Mon-Weds 11:00-23:00, Thurs 11:00-23:00 Fri & Sat 11:00-00:30 Sun 12:00-22:30 3 Old Market Tavern 29-30 Old Market Street, BS2 0BH A traditional pub in the centre of Bristol which serves food and has a beautiful traditional British beer garden. The pub also host quizs and events. Opening Hours Sun-Thurs 11:30-23:00 Fri 11:30-00:00 Sat 16:00-01:00 www.outbristol.co.uk/old-market-tavern 4 The Local 42a Old Market Street BS2 0EZ As the name suggests this is the Local store and Off Licence. This store has everything you need whether on a night out, a house party, a quite night in or your weekly shop. LGBT friendly & safe sex supplies sold. Opening Hours 24/7 Monday to Sunday www.oldmarketquarter.co.uk/thelocal 5 Eyecloud An Aladdin’s cave of nick nacks, a place in which to get lost without so much as a care in the world. Enter our doors & get transported into another world. Selling safe sex supplies, phone chargers & many items you need for a good weekend. Opening times: Mon - Sun open day and evenings with a cash point as well. 6 Glitch / +44 07948 305888 48-49 Old Market Street, BS2 0EX Glitch is a revolutionary independent store with a hair salon, music venure, art gallery & will be also a small record store with a little cocktails bar, everything under one roof. Opening times: Mon 14:00 - 20:00 Tues & Weds 11:00 - 20:00, Thurs 10:00 - 18:00, Fri 11:00 - 20:00, Sat 10:00 - 18:00 Sunday Closed www.glitchbristol.com
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11 The Bristol Bear Bar 2-4 West Street,Bristol BS2 0BH UK’s only bespoke bear bar, with welcoming & friendly atmostphere it’s a must see for all Bears & non Bears Opening Hours Tue-Thur 19:00-23:00 Fri-Sat 19:0002:00 Sun 17:00-23:00 www.outbristol.co.uk/bristol-bear-bar 27-29 Midland Road ,BS2 0JT Enjoy great quality drinks, local beers & cocktails in this cosy setting or attend one of the regular live music events or visit the in house fashion boutique selling vintage & Bristol designed clothing & jewellery. Opening Times: Wed - Thurs 17:00-22:30 16:00-00:30 Fri 16:00-00:30 Sat 12:00-00:30 Sun 12:30-17:30 1 Alfred Street, BS2 0RF Custom made private members club. A discreet, safe venue to cater for all personal pleasures to explore. 10 playrooms, roof terrace, solarium, hot tub,fully equiped dungeon, changing facilities, showers & lockers. The complex is home to the Eagle Bar & Prohibion Bar. The venue host a wide range of fetish nights please check website for opening times: www.outbristol/dareto
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19-21 West Street,BS2 0DF A sauna and venue that caters for all Gay, Bi-sexual and Bi-curious men who wish to have the freedom to relax.Opening Hours Mon 00:00 - 06:00 Tues 12:00-00:00 Wed 12:00-06:00 Thur 12:00-00:00 Fri- Sun 00:00 00:00:00 www.outbristol.co.uk/ladslockerroom 9 Old Market Assembley 23-25 West Street,BS2 0DF We’re a 100% independent bar & restaurant serving nutritious, locally sourced affordable food, home of the Wardrobe Theatre, a stage hosting local & touring bands & putting on wild party nights for all. We’re a cafe. We’re whatever you want us to be - an office, a cafe, a meeting room, a den, an escape or just a place to let loose. www.oldmarketassembley.co.uk 8 DUTCH 16 West Street,BS2 0DF THE VENUE IS NOW CLOSED AND UP FOR RENT
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www.outbristol.co.uk/events www.outbristol.co.uk/amour-ami A mixture of RuPaul’s drag race/PartyMonster/ Paris is Burning meets 90’s rave realness - Here is Amour Ami Bristol’s Bi-Monthly night held in Gay Village, Lets Party.... Open Hours 22:00 till Late www.outbristol.co.uk/bearpit Monthly night of fabulousness to support Bristol Bear Fiesta & Southern HiBearnation with DJ daddi turning up the heat with His funky vibe and a few camp classics too. Opening Hours 22:00-02:00 www.outbristol.co.uk/digilogue DIGILOGUE - Alternative 80s clubbing, held in various venues in Gay Village, Old Market Quarter. Opening Hours 22:00-02:00
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Boogie Nights
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www.outbristol.co.uk/DTYM
Monthly LGBT+ Friends night,we say LGBT+ Friends because EVERYONE is welcome...as long as you like a good boogie & smile lots. Expect glitter, pop bangers, sequins, delicious disco, glitter & rude r’n’b & all round glamour!” heldon the first Saturday of every month.
www.outbristol.co.uk/horseplay A Club transformed into a disco stables; it’s a dirty underground club beneath a metal bar, with cheap beer and an intimate vibe. Opening Hours 22:00- Late www.outbristol.co.uk/psychodrama Held quarterly at the Queenshilling, we are a heterosexual-friendly, nearly 4-year-running, truly alternative LGBT club night. We play an eclectic mix of rock, indie, electro punk, Goth. queercore, EBM, industrial, and all the bits in-between.
www.outbristol.co.uk/people-like-us
People Like Us’ main aim is to create a safe dance space, where people can completely lose themselves to our unique style in dance music. Come n get some….! ;) love love disco love PLU ♥ :) xxxxxxxxxxxxx
www.outbristol.co.uk/glitzygirlz
Held monthly on the 4th Friday Glitzy is an established event which provides an opportunity for all those who are transgender to meet, dance, chat & make new friends. It is not exclusive to the girlz, but an event equally intended for FtM, MtF & their friends.
www.outbristol.co.uk/boogienights Held on the 4th Saturday of the month at the Bristol Bear Bar. Join us for another BOOGIE NIGHTS, our very own 70s & 80s Disco Party with DJ daddi. It’s Free Entry all night. Bar open from 7pm. www.outbristol.co.uk/bitchplease Bitch, Please! Is one of the hottest nights on the scene right now, bringing all kinds of scenes together, promotors ZenZero and Amour Ami invite DJs like Honey Dijon and The Black Madonna for fun and debauchery for all. A femme-forward LGBT+ and friends party by Rachael Williams & Mike Pony. Our goal is to create opportunities for more diversity in dance music & create safer spaces for people to connect with each other.
Club Events (Mixed)
www.outbristol.co.uk/events Eat Sleep Drag Repeat(ESDR) www.outbristol.co.uk/esdr ESDR are known for our high quality shows with exceptional guest artists. We search far and wide for the best UK drag talent, hosted by award winning Brighton Drag Prince Alfie Ordinary. Mutual Vibes www.outbristol.co.uk/mutualvibes Bringing you an eclectic fresh flip of funky house & vocals to live for! This twisted disco is packed full of uplifting vibes & feel good times. A night of memories & more to make through an electro trip of the old & new. HUSH www.outbristol.co.uk/hush The girls hijack the club for Hush, a colourful club night for all you brilliant LBTQ+ women, girls, gals & beautiful creatures. Featuring the best gal DJs, Hush promises a night of flirts, friends, laughter & unstoppable tunes. ByLaw
www.bylaw.org.uk Bringing together lesbian, gay and bisexual people working or intending to work in the legal community in the South West and South Wales
Indigo Bristol
www.indigonetwork.co.uk Run by an all-women team, the sociable Indigo networking group offers lesbian/bi/queer women of the South West the chance to connect in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. suzanne@indigonetwork.co.uk www.outbristol.co.uk/members A friendly, fun events in chic environments for the discerning gay man for business, social & networking opportunities. Events take place throughout the year, & consist of a monthly Drinks Evening, Parties & Dining events.
Members
Karaoke Mondays
www.outbristol.co.uk/queenshilling Every Monday Karaoke from 9pm, Join us for Bristol’s best Monday night out! Over 20000 songs to choose from on a state of the art touch screen system, Rob Dowling brings you the fastest Karaoke show in the South West!!
What’s in the box
www.outbristol.co.uk/queenshilling Every Tuesday night at the Queenshilling we have cash up for grabs in What’s in the box, Hosted by the fabulous Sally Savage, Free entry all night. 22:00-02:00
Student Night
www.outbristol.co.uk/queenshilling Our student night isThusrday night, 30% Discount on all drinks for all members of UOB LGBT+ Society, But everyone can benifit from £2.50 selected pints & spirits, Just ask at the bar to sign up for your QS Club Card 22:00-02:00
Fetish Events BLUF Bristol
FETCLUB
www.outbristol.co.uk/events www.outbristol.co.uk/bluf-bristol For many BLUF represents the ultimate gay leatherman fantasy - that Tom of Finland look made real. BLUF Bristol is the west’s very own meeting exclusively for BLUF members
Fetish Events
www.outbristol.co.uk/fetclub
Leather Social
FetClub – Bristol’s newest men-only fetish wear event. We may be a new club, but between us we have many years of experience of running a men’s fetish club night in Bristol & we will be familiar to many of you.
Harness
HARNESS
Leather Market
www.outbristol.co.uk/leather-market A great way to start, expand or refresh your leather wardrobe. Choose from a wide variety of secondhand or nearly new items. The Leather Cafe will be open!
PFS
Puppy Palace
www.outbristol.co.uk/puppypalace Puppy Palace is a friendly environment to play & socialise. Running Bi-Monthly, held on the third Saturday of the month. With a great set up for Pups & Handlers or those looking to explore. www.outbristol.co.uk/ravenlite
Raven
Raven Lite
UNION
The pre-party, no dress code, social “little brother” of RAVEN. RAVEN lite is an LGBT+ fetish social where everyone is welcome; all genders and fetishwear. NO DRESSCODE but Leather / Rubber / Military / Sports Gear / Skins / Pup etc are encouraged (no nudity please).
www.outbristol.co.uk/union The ideal night for any man with an interest in leather. It’s the place to meet new guys, to catch up with mates and above all, have fun in leathers. Dresscode is minimum of one item of leather outerwear.
www.outbristol.co.uk/events www.outbristol.co.uk/harness
Harness is a bespoke club night. An LGBT+ fetish social where everyone is welcome. NO DRESSCODE but leather, rubber, uniform and sports gear are encouraged with or without a HARNESS! (no nudity please)
www.outbristol.co.uk/leathersocial
In association with The Leather Social, LeatherWest are proud to bring the event to the west for those with an interest in leather. With no dresscode and no entrance charge, the emphasis is on building connections between leathermen and supporting the community.
www.outbristol.co.uk/pfs Bi-Monthly fetish social at the Gin Palace, Old Market, Bristol. All welcome :) ,Puppies/Kittens Rubber, Leather, Lycra, Sports Kit, Trakkies etc. This is open to all LGBT+ communities and their friends. www.outbristol.co.uk/raven
RAVEN is for those who prefer something different. It provides a safe, inclusive environment with plenty of dark spaces to explore your perversions. It’s a great chance to give your latest fetish gear an airing, in a welcoming atmosphere full of horny men, with the promise of a fantastic night with a bit more sleaze!
South West Rubber Men www.outbristol.co.uk/swrm A social group for guys that enjoy wearing rubber, from the full-coverage, head-to-toe guys, to those of you who are just curious & don’t have any rubber kit of your own (yet!), and everyone in-between. UK Leather Pride www.ukleatherpride.com A fantastic weekend in of leather fun designed to celebrate the gay leathermen’s community. We’ve lined up a range of events including social and workshops. www.outbristol.co.uk/uk-leather-pride.
www.leatherwest.co.uk
www.outbristol.co.uk/listings Bristol Bisons RFC www.bisonsrfc.co.uk Bristol’s first gay and gay-friendly rugby team is always looking for new members, players and supporters. Everyone welcome regardless of experience or ability.
Activity Groups
Bristol Panthers
Outdoor Lads
Activity Groups
CycleOut Bristol
http://bristolpanthersfc.weebly.com/
Bristol’s premier gay friendly football team. Bristol Panthers Football Club is Bristol’s premier openly gay friendly football club. The current incarnation of Bristol Panthers was born on the 28th March 2009, following a advert calling for interested gay footballers and supporters, to come together socially.
www.outbristol.co.uk/cycleout
The Gay Outdoor Club’s local lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender cycling group for West of England cycleoutbristol@live.co.uk
The Gay Outdoor Club
www.goc.org.uk
For gay men and women and their friends. It has national membership and local groups all around the country. There are groups within GOC based around specific activities.
Walk Out Bristol
www.outbristol.co.uk/listings www.outbristol.co.uk/walkout
Walk Out is a project specifically for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGB and Trans) people to get together to share time, thoughts and the surprisingly amazing walks in and around Bristol. David Sully Walkout Co-ordinator walkout@lgbtbristol.org.uk 0117 353 4621
www.outdoorlads.com The UK’s most social group for gay & bisexual men who love the great outdoors. We organise hiking, camping, climbing, hostelling, biking, canoeing, sailing and skiing events & more LGBT+ Badminton Group www.outbristol.co.ulk/badminton Bristol LGBT+ Badminton Club, A social badminton club open to anybody of any age, gender or orientation.
Gay Bikers Motorcycle Club
www.GBMCC.co.uk
GBMCC began in 1977 as a club for gay men & women bikers in the UK; we are the biggest gay biking club in Europe. Our members are of all ages and backgrounds. We naturally have varied biking interests, but we are primarily a road-riding club. Riding experience ranges from novice through to advanced.
LGBT Fitness Class and Social www.stridefitness.co.uk If you want to look and feel great,improve your fitness, have more energy & meet other LGBT people then join our “LGBT Fitness class & Social” The workout is one hour with the option to stay and socialise Suitable for all levels here: Hamilton House, Stokes Croft, When: Monday, 7-8pm How much: Class £3
LGBT+ Martial Arts Network outbristol.co.uk/martialarts Bristol’s Martial Arts Network is a online group for people interested in the Martial Arts, if you looking for training partners, places to train, recommendations of gyms and places to go or just to chat with like minded people this network may be of interest to you.
GMG
Trans Info
www.gmgsouthwest.com Social group for LGBT people. Regular social evenings in Bristol and Weston-super-Mare. gmgsw@hotmail.co.uk http://www.gmgsouthwest.com/
Gay Men’s Book Group
bristolbookclub@hotmail.co.uk
Meeting monthly at a member’s flat in the centre of Bristol to discuss a book written by a gay author or about gay themes.
BS3 LGBT
www.outbristol.co.uk/bs3-lgbt Aims to bring together the lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans communities that live, work and play in the Bristol BS3 area.
http://uktrans.info Advice with practical problems such as access to healthcare & legal issues. We can guide you towards information you need and on occasion we can (with your consent) contact organizations on your behalf to resolve issues. Bristol Crossroads http://bristol-crossroads.org.uk Meetings at Wick Village Hall Contact: Liz or Tania Informal opportunity for all transgendered people, partners & family to meet & dress in a safe and supportive environment. Phone: 01453 757110 The Bridge, Sexual Assault Referral Centre 0117 342 6999 A support service for victims of sexual crime & provides a range of services. If you are a victim, we can tell you your options and help you in making your own decisions about your care. www.thebridgecanhelp.org.uk Survivors UK www.survivorsuk.org Survivors UK support adult men who have experienced sexual violation at any time in their lives. Their Helpline Webchat service is open Monday & Tuesday 6-9pm, Wednesday 122.30pm & 6-9pm, and Thursday 12-2.30pm. Bristol Women’s Voice www.bristolwomensvoice.org.uk Bristol Women’s Voice (BWV) provides a way for women to influence the public authorities, for example the Council, health bodies and the police in how they meet women’s needs and promote women’s equality.
The Local open 24/7 for all your essentials inc Food, Drink, Condoms, Cash Machine Health & Beauty etc. Eye Cloud open for all your essentials
LGBT Brunch
Rainbow Group
www.outbristol.co.uk/LGBTbruch First Saturday of every month at Coniston Community Centre, a great way to kick start the weekend & meet new friends. Contact David Sully email rainbow@bristol.gov.uk
Bristol City Council employees LGBT group Call Equalities on 0117 922 4446
Social Groups Missing Lesbians
Bi Visible Bristol
GayWest
Sing Out Bristol
http://www.outbristol.co.uk/listings www.missinglesbians.co.uk A free listing guide for lesbian events, social groups and organizations of interest to lesbians and within reach of Bristol UK.
www.outbristol.co.uk/bivisible We promote the presence of the bisexual community in Bristol and provide meet-ups as a safe space for bi people to meet, network and exchange ideas. Café Kino on Stokes Croft, on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. www.gaywest.org.uk A social group covering the South West supporting the LGBTQIAPD Community, providing a safe and secure place to meet every Saturday morning. www.singoutbristol.com A choir run by and for LGBT people who enjoy singing. We are a very social group and musical experience is not needed.
LGBT Support Services Proud 2 Serve
www.outbristol.co.uk www.proud2serve.net
Our aim is to provide support, information and networking for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender serving, ex-serving personnel and their families both at home and abroad.
Lesbian & Gay Christian Movement, Bristol lgcm.org.uk LGCM is working for love, for peace, for justice, and for the promotion of the Christian faith especially within the LGBT community.
Imaan
www.imaan.org.uk Social Support for Lesbian, Gay Bisexual and Trans Muslims. Imaan supports LGBT Muslim people, their families and friends, to address issues of sexual orientation within Islam.
Jewish Lesbian and Gay Group
www.jglg.org.uk
The longest established Jewish LGBT group in the world. Our membership is open to Jewish men and women who areLGBT including people from many different backgrounds. We welcome non-Jewish partners to all events and non-LGBT & non-Jewish guests to certain events.
Out Stories Bristol www.outstoriesbristol.org.uk We are a group who are interested in discussing and collating information about LGBT History in Bristol. admin@outstoriesbristol.org.uk
Avon Trans Women www.avontranswomen.org.uk We are a self help group serving Bristol and the surrounding area for male-to-female transsexuals & others undergoing gender reassignment.
Pink Herrings
Trans Bristol
GMG
pinkherrings@yahoo.co.uk
Social network for lesbians, meets every other Thursday evening at 8:30. Also bowling, cinema, coffee bars, theatre, concerts, discos, cycling, walks, meals out and more. www.outbristol.co.uk/pinkherrings
www.gmgsouthwest.com Social group for LGBT people. Regular social evenings in Bristol and Weston-super-Mare. gmgsw@hotmail.co.uk http://www.gmgsouthwest.com/
Gay Men’s Book Group
bristolbookclub@hotmail.co.uk
Meeting monthly at a member’s flat in the centre of Bristol to discuss a book written by a gay author or about gay themes.
BS3 LGBT
www.outbristol.co.uk/bs3-lgbt Aims to bring together the lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans communities that live, work and play in the Bristol BS3 area.
LGBT Brunch
www.outbristol.co.uk/LGBTbruch First Saturday of every month at Coniston Community Centre, a great way to kick start the weekend & meet new friends. Contact David Sully
Rainbow Group
email rainbow@bristol.gov.uk
Bristol City Council employees LGBT group Call Equalities on 0117 922 4446
http://transbristol.wordpress.com A safe space where trans identified people in the Bristol area can share ideas, provide support and plan things. Anything under the trans umbrella should belong here. Email:transbristol@gmail.com Trans Info http://uktrans.info Advice with practical problems such as access to healthcare & legal issues. We can guide you towards information you need and on occasion we can (with your consent) contact organizations on your behalf to resolve issues. Bristol Crossroads http://bristol-crossroads.org.uk Meetings at Wick Village Hall Contact: Liz or Tania Informal opportunity for all transgendered people, partners & family to meet & dress in a safe and supportive environment. Phone: 01453 757110 The Bridge, Sexual Assault Referral Centre 0117 342 6999 A support service for victims of sexual crime & provides a range of services. If you are a victim, we can tell you your options and help you in making your own decisions about your care. www.thebridgecanhelp.org.uk Survivors UK www.survivorsuk.org Survivors UK support adult men who have experienced sexual violation at any time in their lives. Their Helpline Webchat service is open Monday & Tuesday 6-9pm, Wednesday 122.30pm & 6-9pm, and Thursday 12-2.30pm. Bristol Women’s Voice www.bristolwomensvoice.org.uk Bristol Women’s Voice (BWV) provides a way for women to influence the public authorities, for example the Council, health bodies and the police in how they meet women’s needs and promote women’s equality.
LGBT Support Services www.outbristol.co.uk Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline www.switchboard.lgbt Our helpline operates from 10am to 11pm daily on 0300 330 0630. You can also access Switchboard Instant Messaging through the following link when someone is available online - www.switchboard.lgbt Stonewall
www.stonewall.org.uk An organisation working for equality and justice for Lesbian, Gay and Bisexuals.From our Diversity Champions programme offering advice to over 600 companies to our information line on 08000 50 20 20 Bristol Drugs Project www.bdp.org.uk Whether it is Alcohol, Heroin or Ketamine, Cocaine or Cannabis, Ecstasy or Amphetamine, we can help you make the changes you want reducing the risks, controlling your use or stopping using. 0117 987 6000 Broken Rainbow
www.brokenrainbow.org.uk If you’re in a violent relationship, or care about someone who is, call Broken Rainbow on 0300 999 5428 or 0800 999 5428. The helpline is open on Mondays and Thursdays 10am–8pm and Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10am–5 pm Freedom Youth www.facebook.com/freedomyouthlgbtq A weekly group for LGBTQ young people aged 14-25, held in central Bristol every Tuesday from 7-9.30pm You can contact Hannah at hannah@otrbristol.org.uk or call 07814 250 751. LGBTQ Youth Cafe Yate facebook.com/groups/LGBTQyate Aged 14-19yrs old, an LGBTQ youth café in Yate on the last Sunday of every month from 19:00-21:00. Come along & find out more. Contact Phone 01454 869 441 Email info@ yatearmadillo.co.uk University of Bath LGBT www.bathlgbt.co.uk A social & welfare student group here to help you get the most out of your university life & wheather you identify as gay,straight, bisexual, trans or are unsure of your sexuality or gender Join our Facebook group for all discussions UWE LGBT Society www.uwesu.org/network/outuwe
Social group for LGBT students. The LGBT Society has a great line up of events through out the year what ever your interests we are sure you can find something that appeals to you. Join our Facebook group for all discussions and social events.
University of Bristol LGBT+ Society
lgbtplusbristol.org.uk
We organise regular social events for all LGBT students at Bristol University Keep up to date with cultural/ recruitment events at the Bristol University LGBT+ Society. Join our Facebook group for all discussions and social events Email ubu-lgbtplus@bristol.ac.uk
The Albert Kennedy Trust
www.akt.org.uk
1625 Independent People
www.1625ip.co.uk
AKT supports LGBT young people (aged 16-25) who are homeless or living in a hostile environment. London: 020 7831 6562 Manchester: 0161 228 3308 Newcastle: 0191 281 0099
Independent People actively prevents youth homelessness and promotes a planned approach to independent living. By meeting young people’s needs, every young person achieves a positive outcome as a result of contacting us. 0117 317 8800
LGBT Support Services www.outbristol.co.uk Pace www.pacehealth.org.uk PACE is a charity promoting the mental health and emotional well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans* community. PACE provides online services that can be accessed nationally. LGBTQ Emotional Wellness lgbthealthforumbristol.co.uk This group is no longer running
Prism LGBT+ Alcohol and Drug support Call 07971354498 Free & confidential Alcohol & drugs drop in service, advice & information, needle exchange, referrals to treatment services, injecting injuries advice, Hep B vaccinations. Hep C advice & referal to treatment. Every Monday 17:00-20:00. 25-27 Midland Road Old Market, Bristol BS2. www.bdp.org.uk/prism
Brigstowe Project www.brigstowe.org Housing project for people living with HIV,providing support, advice and advocacy. 176 Easton Rd, Easton, Bristol. Call 0117 9415188 Mon-Fri: 9:00 am-5:00 pm THT Direct Helpline Call us on 0808 802 1221 For information and support about your sexual health and for information and concerns about HIV. Lines open Monday to Friday 10am to 8pm. Free to call from landlines and mobiles in the UK.
GMFA - the gay men’s health charity www.gmfa.org.uk The UK’s leading charity dedicated to gay men’s health. Our mission is to improve gay men’s health by increasing the control they have over their own lives. www.gmfa.org.uk Bristol Sexual Health Centre
www.uhbristol.nhs.uk
Bristol Sexual Health Centre provides a confidential service which anyone can self-refer to (or your GP may wish to refer you here if needed), for advice, tests and treatment if needed. Appointments: 0117 342 69 00 Advice: 0117 342 6944
Stop Hate UK
www.stophateuk.org Independent & confidential information, advice and support to anybody affected by LGB and T Hate Crime. Available across England, Wales & Scotland. We are here 24 hours a day: 08088010661 CALM www.theCALMzone.net/get-help A charity dedicated to preventing male suicide. Helpline & webchat service for men of all ages that’s free, confidential & anonymous. 0800 585858 (national) Open 5pm-midnight, every day of the year. NO GOING BACK http://nogoingback.org.uk A charity dedicated to helping LGBT people who may have fled their country due to persecution for their sexual orientation or gender identity. Bristol Families & Friends bristolfamiliesandfriends.org.uk BFF is a support group for families & friends of LGB people. We meet on the third Wednesday of every month at 7pm at the Terrence Higgins Trust. Call Sue Allen on 01454 852 418. sueallenfflag@blueyonder.co.uk
THE PRIDE
SEASON
www.outbristol.co.uk/festivals LGBT History Month www.outbristol.co.uk/lgbthistory February each year is LGBT History Month. In Bristol a voluntary group that presents events and information about the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history of Bristol.
Festivals
Bear Fiesta
Swindon & Wiltshire Pride www.swindonwiltshirepride.co.uk
Festivals
Bristol Pride
www.outbristol.co.uk/bristol-bear-fiesta Held in the first weekend in June each year Bristol plays host to the Bristol Bear fiesta.these events are always well attended, check out the website for the latest information. www.outbristol.co.uk/bristol-bear-fiesta www.pridebristol.co.uk A week long festival which goes out with a bang with the Parade & Pride event, hosting music & performances from local and national acts, community stands in the heart of the city. Held first week of July.
Southern Hibearnation www.outbristol.co.uk/southern-hibearnation Held in the first weekend in December each year Bristol in the Old Market Quarter Gay Village plays host to Southern Hibernation Bear Fesitval. These events are always well attended. UK Leather Pride www.ukleatherpride.com A fantastic weekend of leather fun designed to celebrate the LGBT+ leather community. We’ve lined up a range of events including social and workshops. 22-24 Sept 2017 www.outbristol.co.uk/uk-leather-pride. Trans Pride South West www.outbristol.co.uk/transpridesw Promoting & celebrating diversity of Transgender, Non-Binary, Intersex, & Gender variant individuals. Encouraging awareness, openness & interaction. Trans Pride is 23 September 2017 IDAHOT Day www.outbristol.co.uk/idahotday The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia is observed on May 17 & aims to coordinate international events that raise awareness of LGBT rights violations & stimulate interest in LGBT rights worldwide. World Aids Day www.outbristol.co.uk/worldaidsday World Aids Day is observed on 1 December every year & aims to coordinate international events that raise awareness of HIV & AIDS worldwide. The events is also a day of remberence to those who have been lost
Bath LGBT+ Pride
www.outbristol.co.uk/festivals www.outbristol.co.uk/bathlgbt+pride
Bath LGBT+ Pride is a celebration where LGBT+ groups, organisations and members of the community can meet, socialize and learn about the services on offer for them in Bath and celebrate the diversity of the city with other communities.
Launched in 2008, with the first ever Pride festival being held in Swindon. In 2009, the Pride event was expanded to incorporate Swindon & Wiltshire Pride. Held in the Town Gardens, Swindon. The atmosphere within the park is vibrant and the Bowl Stage provides the perfect setting for a wonderful event.
Weston-Super-Mare Pride www.wsmpride.com The annual celebration of LGBT+ equality and diversity held in Weston- Super-Mare. Kicking off the day with a parade the celebrations continue in the beautiful victorian Grove Park with community stands & entertainment. Gloucestershire Pride
www.glospride.org.uk
Gloucestershire Pride is a community focused organisation that aims to promote LGBT&I awareness over the whole year through various events, including in the Gloucestershire Pride Event day every June. Gloucestershire Pride also aims to act as an anchor for the LGBT&I community in Gloucestershire.
Holocaust memorial day
www.hmd.org.uk
Holocaust Memorial Day takes place on 27 January each year. It’s a time for everyone to pause to remember the millions of people who have been murdered or whose lives have been changed beyond recognition during the Holocaust and in subsequent genocides Trans Day of Remembrance(TDOR) www.outbristol.co.uk/tdor
(TDOR) is an annual observance on November 20 that honors the memory of those whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. Started by transgender advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith. Bi Visibility day www.bivisibilityday.com Bi Visibility Day, also known as International Celebrate Bisexuality Day, has been marked each year since 1999 to highlight biphobia and to help people find the bisexual community. Student Pride
www.studentpride.co.uk
Held in London the three day spectacle celebrates our mission to be the pride of conversation. Centered around a daytime festival free at the point of entry with panels, the largest free LGBT job fair, a performance stage and so much more. This is the centrepiece of a whole weekend of events held in February each year.
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Meet & Greet
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MarketGallery Assembly// £15.50 11:0019:00-20:00 -23:00// Old Space free
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Street Fire Shows & Strip shows by Marshall Arkley
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JULY 2018
SOUTHERN
30 NOV -2 DEC 2018
HIBEARNATION
www.outbristol.co.uk/southernhibearnation