What's on

Less Than Jake

Friday 27th February

Get ready for the Winter Circus! Less Than Jakes are heading to The Prospect Building on Friday 27th February 2026 with a stacked lineup up featuring Bouncing Souls, The Aquabats and Bar Stool Preachers.

Road To Nashville

Saturday 28th February

After tearing up the UK with back-to-back sold-out shows, The Road to Nashville rolls into Bristol for the ultimate country music throwdown! On Saturday 28th February 2026, The Prospect Building becomes a full-scale country playground, hosting electrifying tributes to Morgan Wallen, Teddy Swims, Post Malone, Garth Brooks, Dolly Parton, Lainey Wilson, Shania Twain, Chris Stapleton and Cody Johnson.

Expect a no-holds-barred Wild West takeover - from honky-tonk line dancing and heart-pounding axe throwing to a bucking rodeo bull, roaming performers, vintage fairground games, mouth-watering BBQ and smoker eats, and immersive Western décor throughout. One roof. One night. One unforgettable country experience.

Comic Con & Gaming Festival

Sunday 1st March

Join us at Bristol Comic Con and Gaming Festival for an action-packed, family-friendly day celebrating all things pop culture! Explore an incredible range of TV and film memorabilia, comics, board games, computer games, LEGO, Harry Potter treasures, Japanese manga and more — with plenty to browse and buy. Meet talented comic artists (and watch them create live!), plus special guests from film and TV.

Step into the action with epic photo opportunities alongside Doctor Who and Star Wars props and backdrops, dive into the Gaming Zone featuring retro classics and immersive VR, and don’t miss the vibrant cosplay scene - from themed meet-ups to the show-stopping cosplay competition.

Hot Mulligan

Tuesday 10th March

Hot Mulligan formed in Michigan in 2014 and grew from basement shows and tongue-in-cheek song titles into one of emo’s most celebrated bands. Now selling out venues worldwide, the group, Tades Sanville, Chris Freeman, Ryan Malicsi, Jonah Kramer, and Brandon Blakeley, has earned critical acclaim, 140M+ streams, and shared stages with acts like The Wonder Years, Jimmy Eat World, and Pierce the Veil.

Their fourth album, The Sound a Body Makes When It’s Still (Wax Bodega), is their most ambitious yet: a raw, cathartic blend of pop-punk hooks and vulnerable lyricism that cements their reputation as the self-proclaimed “#1 Hot New Band” (11 years running)

The Vaccines

Wednesday 11th March

The Vaccines are bringing their explosive 15th anniversary tour to The Prospect Building next March.

This tour marks 15 years since the release of their iconic debut What Did You Expect from The Vaccines? The platinum-selling album that stormed to #4 on the UK Chart and kicked off an unbroken run of Top 5 albums, right through to their most recent release, Pick-Up Full of Pink Carnations.

They’ll be joined by The Chicago-based Brigitte Calls Me Baby, making this one of the must-see gigs of 2026.

Geese

Friday 20th March

New York City’s Geese return to the UK with their explosive new album, Getting Killed.

Tracked in just ten days with producer Kenneth 'Kenny Beats' Blume, Getting Killed layers garage rock riffs with Ukrainian choir samples, blends hissing drum machines with screeching guitars, and threads strange lullabies through bursts of chaotic energy. The result is a raw, passionate, and unpredictable experience - and their live shows take it even further.

elrow Bristol 'Delusionville'

Saturday 21st March

elrow lands in Bristol on 21st March 2026, taking over The Prospect Building for a riot of colour, confetti and high-energy house and techno. Get ready for outrageous production, immersive decor and the unmistakable elrow atmosphere.

Roni Size & LTJ Bukem

Friday 27th March

Two titans of Drum 'N' Bass, Roni Size and LTJ Bukem, come together for an unmissable night in Bristol, joined by the legendary Dynamite MC. A Bristol native and Mercury Prize winner, Roni Size cemented his legacy with the groundbreaking album New Forms, propelling drum ’n’ bass onto the global stage. Alongside him, LTJ Bukem, the innovator behind Logical Progression, brings his jazz-fused, atmospheric sound that shaped the genre.

This double headline show promises deep basslines, intricate rhythms, and high-energy performance from three of the scene’s defining artists.

Annie Mac Before Midnight

Saturday 28th March

Following her standout show last year, Annie Mac returns to The Prospect Building for another unforgettable Before Midnight event.

J.I.D

Friday 3rd April

Grammy-nominated Atlanta rapper J.I.D brings his lightning-fast flow and critically acclaimed catalogue (The Never Story, The Forever Story) to Bristol next April. Expect an explosive live show, joined by Chicago’s own Mick Jenkins.

Rum Punch Festival

Saturday 4th April

After four consecutive years of outstanding shows, the Rum Punch Festival arrives at The Prospect Building for a Bank Holiday Saturday celebration we’re excited to host. Our indoor and outdoor spaces provide the perfect setting for a full-scale day party, bringing together great music, high-energy performances, and an unbeatable festival atmosphere all under one roof.

The lineup on the day includes Heartless Crew, Izzy Bosy, Dennyhus, Prime, Mccoy Sway, Eazy, Fire Team, and Khiah Lou, hosted by English Fire and Joe The Show, with more acts still to be announced. Expect the best in Dancehall, R&B, Hip Hop, Afrobeats, Garage, and Amapiano.

toe

Friday 10th April

Tokyo’s instrumental quartet toe bring their intricate, emotionally charged soundscapes to Crane this spring. A defining force in modern math-rock and post-rock, toe are known for dynamic drumming, interwoven guitars and immersive live performances. This UK & Europe tour marks the 25th anniversary of LONELINESS WILL SHINE - a special milestone celebration.

Catch Kashikura Takashi, Yamane Satoshi, Mino Takaaki, and Yamane Hirokazu live at The Prospect Building for a rare, unforgettable show.

Cru2

Saturday 11th April

After a sold-out debut that set Bristol on fire, Cru2 returns - bigger, louder, and ready to raise the bar. This time they transform our Crane room into a full-throttle Cru2 experience.

Heavyweight energy from a stacked lineup featuring Denon Reed, TS7, Chad Harrison, DJ Pantha, Trilla Trilloski and more special guests ready to shell it down.

Kruder & Dorfmeister

Thursday 30th April

Kruder & Dorfmeister bring a special A/V show to The Prospect Building as part of their K&D Kicks 30th Anniversary Tour.

Mungo's Hi Fi x Time To Move

Saturday 2nd May

Time To Move returns to our Courtyard this May after an unforgettable debut last year. This time, Gardna teams up with the mighty Mungo’s Hi Fi soundsystem — and honestly, what more needs to be said?

SPEKTRA x J2: Open Air

Sunday 3rd May

This May Bank Holiday, SPEKTRA joins forces with titans Junction 2 in celebration of the festival's 10 year anniversary to bring you a colossal open-air rave at The Prospect Building, Bristol.

This event has been carefully curated with a lineup selected to shape the energy and deliver the sounds to make you move, from start to finish. Join us for what is set to be one for the history books.

K-Pop Live

Monday 4th May

K-Pop Live returns to The Prospect Building in May for a high-energy celebration of the biggest K-Pop anthems and fan favourites. With explosive live performances packed with sharp choreography, huge visuals and iconic hits like 'Dynamite', 'Gangnam Style' and more, before the party rolls into a feel-good pop and dance finale. With hair and glitter stations, confetti drops, street food, sweet treats and loads of Instagram-worthy moments, this is your chance to step into the K-Pop universe for three unforgettable hours.

Gigantic All Dayer

Saturday 9th May

Gigantic returns to Bristol with a major all-day event, bringing together an exceptional lineup of alternative and dance music icons for one full day and night.

The bill is led by Peter Hook & The Light, performing the best of Joy Division and New Order, with very special guests The Wonder Stuff delivering a set packed with classic favourites. They are joined by Jim Bob, The Bluetones, The House of Love, Utah Saints and Cud, forming a lineup that spans generations of influential British music.

The day will be hosted by Gigantic favourites Marc & Jase Jones alongside Shiiine On, keeping the atmosphere moving from the opening moments through to the final track.

Across 12 uninterrupted hours, the event combines indie and dance music with an outdoor real ale and cider festival, plus a carefully selected range of street food from some of the region’s finest vendors - all set against a heavyweight live music programme.

R&B Lovers

Saturday 30th May

After back-to-back sell-out shows, R&B Lovers is back by huge demand. Join us in our open-air courtyard for a massive Summer 90s & 00s Daytime R&B Festival on Saturday 30 May 2026.

Soak up 9 hours of iconic R&B anthems in the sunshine, celebrating legends including Destiny’s Child, Usher, Ashanti, TLC, Nelly, Missy Elliott and Lauryn Hill.

Live performers, full outdoor festival production, vibrant courtyard décor, confetti showers, VIP areas, street food vendors and a state-of-the-art sound system – all set against the ultimate open-air summer party atmosphere.

Rainbow Kitten Surprise

Sunday 7th June

As if channelling another dimension where genres simply don’t exist, Rainbow Kitten Surprise finds harmony in unpredictability. Blending indie rock, pop, funk, raw energy and dynamic vocals. Now it’s your turn to step through the portal.

Catch them live 7th June 2026 here at The Prospect Building.

WC26 - England vs Croatia

Wednesday 17th June

The 2026 World Cup is here - and The Prospect Building is turning into the ultimate Fan Park. We’re screening every England game on the UK’s biggest screens, with football legends, electric atmosphere, and the best fan experience in the nation.

WC26 - England vs Ghana

Tuesday 23rd June

The 2026 World Cup is here - and The Prospect Building is turning into the ultimate Fan Park. We’re screening every England game on the UK’s biggest screens, with football legends, electric atmosphere, and the best fan experience in the nation.

Shy FX

Saturday 27th June

Welcoming a pioneer of UK Dance Music culture to The Prospect Building this Summer for a diverse, soundsystem-led sonic session under the Bristol sun.

This is Shy FX’s first headline Day Party in Bristol to date, you know this one going to be packed with that summertime energy.

WC26 - England vs Panama

Saturday 27th June

The 2026 World Cup is here - and The Prospect Building is turning into the ultimate Fan Park. We’re screening every England game on the UK’s biggest screens, with football legends, electric atmosphere, and the best fan experience in the nation.

SUNN O)))

Sunday 28th June

SUNN O))) bring their seismic, bone-rattling wall of drone to our Crane room on 28th June, transforming the space into a cathedral of towering amps and ritualistic distortion.

Formed in 1998 by Stephen O'Malley and Greg Anderson as an homage to Earth, the band have spent decades redefining heavy music through landmark releases and collaborations, building a reputation for immersive performances that blur the line between concert and sonic ceremony.

Rum & Reggae Festival

Saturday 18th July

After unforgettable shows across the UK, Rum & Reggae Fest is bringing the sunshine straight to Bristol for a full day of island vibes, good food, and unbeatable music.

We’re rolling out an incredible lineup of live acts guaranteed to bring the heat. The legendary David Rodigan, the sensational The Skints and the ‘incredible’ General Levy. Expect heavyweight sounds from Don Letts and Reggae Roast ft. Mr Williamz, who will shake the dancefloor with dub-heavy basslines and carnival spirit. Feel the soul of Bob Marley with Tanni Browne & The One Love Orchestra, and experience the local flavour of Bristol Hi Fi, representing the city’s deep reggae roots. Holding it all together is our host for the day, the one and only Solo Banton, bringing charisma, big vibes, and endless energy from start to finish.

But the music is just the beginning. Expect tropical rum cocktails, Caribbean punch bars, and authentic Jamaican street food. But also enjoy the carnival dancers, fire eaters & stilt walkers, craft stalls, fairground rides, and roaming entertainment. This is the island experience you've been dreaming of!

Wing Fest 2026

Friday 4th September

Wing Fest is the world’s largest chicken wing festival, and this year it’s landing at The Prospect Building.

Each year, Wing Fest brings together the very best wings the UK has to offer, as 18 top street food traders, restaurants and BBQ teams go head-to-head to claim wing supremacy. Thousands of wing-loving ticket holders - alongside an expert judging panel - will taste, vote and decide who truly serves the ultimate wing.

But Wing Fest is more than just wings. Your ticket unlocks a full-throttle festival experience, including live music, DJs, bands, entertainment, fairground rides, games, axe throwing and legendary wing-eating competitions. Every ticket holder also takes home an official Wing Fest trucker hat.

Wing Fest 2026

Saturday 5th September

Wing Fest is the world’s largest chicken wing festival, and this year it’s landing at The Prospect Building.

Each year, Wing Fest brings together the very best wings the UK has to offer, as 18 top street food traders, restaurants and BBQ teams go head-to-head to claim wing supremacy. Thousands of wing-loving ticket holders - alongside an expert judging panel - will taste, vote and decide who truly serves the ultimate wing.

But Wing Fest is more than just wings. Your ticket unlocks a full-throttle festival experience, including live music, DJs, bands, entertainment, fairground rides, games, axe throwing and legendary wing-eating competitions. Every ticket holder also takes home an official Wing Fest trucker hat.

Wing Fest 2026

Sunday 6th September

Wing Fest is the world’s largest chicken wing festival, and this year it’s landing at The Prospect Building.

Each year, Wing Fest brings together the very best wings the UK has to offer, as 18 top street food traders, restaurants and BBQ teams go head-to-head to claim wing supremacy. Thousands of wing-loving ticket holders - alongside an expert judging panel - will taste, vote and decide who truly serves the ultimate wing.

But Wing Fest is more than just wings. Your ticket unlocks a full-throttle festival experience, including live music, DJs, bands, entertainment, fairground rides, games, axe throwing and legendary wing-eating competitions. Every ticket holder also takes home an official Wing Fest trucker hat.

The Dualers

Friday 18th September

The Dualers are a 9-piece Jamaican Rhythm & Blues band from South-East London, celebrated as Britain’s finest Ska & Reggae group. They first hit the charts with Kiss on the Lips reaching No.21, followed by Truly Madly, which featured in Hollywood blockbuster Fool’s Gold. Since then, they’ve achieved two Top 30 UK albums, have played prestigious venues such as Wembley Arena, Manchester Apollo and a record breaking 14 sold out shows at Indigo at the O2.

In 2026, The Dualers return with their highly anticipated new album Beach Life and a major UK tour, bringing their infectious energy and world-renowned live show to Bristol. Expect an unforgettable night of ska, reggae, and irresistible rhythm & blues.

Fat Freddy's Drop

Friday 16th October

Fat Freddy’s Drop return to the UK for a very special celebration of the 21st anniversary of their ground-breaking debut album Based On A True Story.

Internationally regarded as one of the world’s finest live acts, the Aotearoa seven-piece have built a global reputation for their euphoric, genre-bending performances - blending reggae, dub, soul, techno, and jazz into a sound that’s uniquely their own.

Emerging from Wellington’s underground dance scene in 1999, Fat Freddy’s Drop have evolved into an unstoppable live force. Expect a raucously joyful, floor-shaking night as the band revisit the record that started it all.

Chameleons

Thursday 22nd October

Formed in 1981, The Chameleons have cultivated a cult legacy with their atmospheric, towering “sonic cathedrals” and a catalogue that includes Script of the Bridge, What Does Anything Mean? Basically, Strange Times, Why Call It Anything, and their latest release, Arctic Moon (Metropolis Records). Revered across generations - from Noel Gallagher to Interpol - the band continues to captivate both long-time devotees and new listeners alike.

Chameleons are Mark Burgess, Reg Smithies, Todd Demma, Danny Ashbury and Stephen Rice. Expect a powerful, career-spanning set plus new material as they take to The Prospect Building.

Support comes from The Cure co-founder Lol Tolhurst.

Levellers

Friday 20th November

Levellers head to The Prospect Building on Friday 20th November 2026. Over 30 years strong and still one of the UK’s most explosive live bands, Levellers bring a career-spanning set packed with anthems and raw energy. From the platinum-selling Levelling The Land - featuring One Way, 15 Years and Battle Of The Beanfield - to their Top 10 album Peace, they remain as vital as ever.

Ocean Colour Scene

Friday 11th December

Indie rock legends Ocean Colour Scene are heading to The Prospect Building this December as part of their major 2026 UK tour celebrating 30 years of their classic album Moseley Shoals, joined by very special guests The Enemy.

Originally released in 1996, Moseley Shoals became one of the defining albums of the era, featuring hit singles including “The Riverboat Song,” “You’ve Got It Bad,” “The Day We Caught The Train” and “The Circle.” The record spent an incredible 92 weeks on the UK Albums Chart and was certified triple platinum, cementing Ocean Colour Scene as one of Britain’s most beloved bands.

Joining Ocean Colour Scene are The Enemy, whose chart-topping debut album We’ll Live and Die in These Towns produced anthems like “Away From Here” and “You’re Not Alone.”

From playing to 125,000 people at Oasis’s legendary Knebworth shows to scoring seventeen Top 40 singles, Ocean Colour Scene’s place in British music history is undeniable. Catch them live here this winter.

The Fratellis - 2027

Thursday 4th March

NEW RESCHEDULED 2027 DATE! The Fratellis are coming to The Prospect Building to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their debut album Costello Music which includes the cheeky 'Henrietta', the slightly softer 'Whistle for the Choir' and the truly iconic 'Chelsea Dagger.