Bristol City Centre BID
23/08/2025 12:00 pm

Old City Sounds 2025

Various venues across the Old City

Save the date! Old City Sounds is back for its third year, bursting with an eclectic mix of music across all your favourite city centre venues.

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Old City Sounds is returning to our beloved Old City once more this August Bank Holiday, from midday till late on Saturday 23 August 2025.

From toe-tapping jazz and traditional Irish folk to immersive DJs and heart-pounding alt-rock, experience the best of Bristol’s music scene this August.

Music lovers are invited to join us in celebrating Bristol’s vibrant music scene and supporting local grassroots venues. Our creative kids zone is also making a welcome return to inspire future generations of musicians. Get ready for back-to-back music and entertainment from midday until late.

See what’s on below.

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Dates & Information

Date & Time

Saturday 23 August, 12pm-late

Location

Various Venues Across the Old City

Additional Information

Old City Sounds is completely free to attend, just come along.

What's on?

Old City Jazz at The Old Duke on King Street

Back for its 58th year, expect non-stop jazz from The Old Duke's Jazz Festival, with performances across the entire bank holiday weekend.

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Old City Kids Zone at St Stephen's Church

Head to the Kids Zone in the heart of the Old City for an afternoon of free activities for little ones. From face painting, drumming workshops, crafting and more.

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Old City Sounds on Corn Street

Experience the best live DJs and performances at Corn Street venues.

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Old City Sounds at Welsh Back

Head to Welsh Back for immersive musical experiences all day long.

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Old City Sounds on King Street

Party on the cobbles with live music in King Street's vibrant venues.

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Old City Sounds on St Nicholas Street

Experience a blend of genres with live bands and DJs at St Nicholas Street venues, plus DJs inside St Nicholas Market.

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Old City Sounds Map

Download the map to discover all festival areas.

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Download the programme

View our handy guide to see what's on across all Old City Sounds venues

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Where to eat and drink

With a jam-packed line-up throughout the day, we’ve made a handy list of our favourite spots to grab a bite, so you’re never too far away from the action!

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