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33 things to do in Bristol in February 2022
February 1-3: Hutch, Almer Tavern & Theatre – An intimate, three person comedic production based around injustices in the current housing crisis
February 2: UnicycleSkills Open Unicycle Practice, Filwood Community Centre – Unicycle practice for people of all experience levels
February 3-19: The Red Lion, Bristol Old Vic – Exploring issues of trust, loyalty and conflict across generations, this is a new production starring Joe Sims, David Lloyd and Thomas McGee
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February 3: Doubled Up x Duckland: Main Phase, Lost Horizon – Main Phase makes his Bristol debut alongside some serious local talent
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February 4: First Friday, Watershed – First Friday is a free monthly social event at Watershed’s Pervasive Media Studio and online that is open to anyone
February 4: Kasai Masai, The Canteen – Fun, energetic music from the Kasai region of the Congo in the super casual community setting of The Canteen
February 5: South West Record Fair, Bristol Beacon – The biggest record fair in the South West, split over three floors with up to 70 traders
February 6: PLOHO, Crofters Rights – Bringing the new wave of slow, bare, melancholy Russian rock to Crofters
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February 6-27: The Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme 2022, Watershed – The UK’s largest festival of Japanese cinema is back for its 19th edition at Watershed with an exciting showcase of films, this year looking at the theme of the ‘dark mind’.
February 7: Hot Club De Clifton, Bristol Fringe – Jazz night at the cosy pub in the heart of Clifton Village
February 8: Be., Loco Klub – A new play unpacking the stigma around masculinity and femininity, and what it means to possess either
February 9: Altin Gun (‘Yol’ Tour), Thekla – The part Dutch, part Turkish group bring their synth enriched, psychedelic sounds as part of their Yol Tour
February 10: Hippo, The Canteen – The self proclaimed “future jazz” group will be jamming out at the canteen, bringing synths, saxophones and the kitchen sink
February 11: Kendall Mountain Tour 2022, Tobacco Factory Theatres – A series of short films celebrating some of the most beautiful natural places in the world, followed by a talk from ultra-runner Sabrina Pace-Humphreys
February 12: Hidden: Bradley Zero UK Tour, Lost Horizon – The London based Rhythm Section boss comes to Lost Horizon as part of his UK Tour
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February 12: Transatlantic Sessions, Bath Forum – The back-porch session to beat all others tours the UK with its all-star cast of singers, songwriters and instrumentalists.
February 13: Mr Wolf’s Comedy, Mr Wolfs – The weekly comedy night at the infamous central Bristol bar
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February 14: Romantic Rhapsody, St. George’s – Prepare to be swept off your feet for an evening of passion and drama from the world of classical and film music
February 14: Foxes, The Exchange – The iconic singer-songwriter brings her UK tour to the exchange on old market street
February 15: Theatre Club, The Cloak and Dagger – Fallen out of love with writing for theatre and want to get back involved? Or just want to try your hand? This is the place
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February 15: Nubiyan Twist, Marble Factory – Nubiyan Twist craft “an elegant yet earthy hybrid of jazz, UK soul and highlife” (Uncut)
February 16: The Troublemaker w/ Q&A, The Cube – A rousing documentary about resistance towards the global crisis of climate change
February 17: Bristol24/7 Presents: What actionable steps can local businesses take to become more sustainable? – An online event, Bristol 24/7 invites a panel of industry leaders and forward thinkers in an attempt to decipher the keys to running a sustainable business in a modern society
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February 17: Apple ‘n’ Spice – Apple ‘N’ Spice is an engaging, interactive dance and theatre show inspired by Snow White and Ramayana
February 18: Representasian, Crofters Rights – A night celebrating and pushing the talent of South Asian people in the UK music industry – expect a range of genres
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February 18: Collisions Pt. 2 – Nicholas Lutz & Craig Richards, Trinity – Mr Richards once again brings his Collisions party to Bristol for part two of a series of irregular parties
February 19: Locomotive Garage Cafe, Take Five Cafe – A collection of the best and brightest in the up and coming UK Garage scene in Bristol all under one roof for a bass-driven, reload-filled evening
February 20: Radical Bookfair, The Exchange – A bookfair with a twist – books, pamphlets and zines all from activists and campaign groups
February 21: Skylla, Wardrobe Theatre – Interdimensional, impossible to pin down musical performance – think “eastern European folk” meets “free jazz”, but more mystical
February 22: UWE Adult life Drawing, Arnolfini – Weekly life drawing sessions at the Arnolfini
February 23: The Science of Psychedelics with Dr David Luke, Hen & Chicken – A talk from University of Greenwich associate psychology Professor David Luke on both the history and future of these powerful plants and substances
February 24: White Peach Records: Bristol, Crofters Rights – Firm champions of the 140/dubstep scene in Bristol head to Crofters for a night of serious weight
February 25: Bristol Comedy Den: Weekend Early Show, Sidney & Eden – An early comedy show at the Gloucester Road bar. A great precursor to the rest of your evening
February 26: The Modern Room, Golden Lion – Modernised, funky northern soul at a classic Gloucester road pub
February 27: The Jazz Defenders, Bristol Fringe – Quality Bristol jazz at a quality Bristol venue
February 28: Aftermirth, Cloak & Dagger – Baby-friendly comedy for mums (and dads) who need a laugh, but also need to watch the children
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