Events Spotlight: June

With June now on our doorstep, the delightful spirit of spring is fading almost as fast as it emerged, each day transitioning further towards summer's embrace. June can be defined by a wealth of symbols. It’s ruled by both our beloved Geminis and Cancers. June’s birth flowers, the rose and the honeysuckle, embody fierce, unrelenting love and devotion. It boasts the longest day of the year embedded comfortably within it, as well as being a time to celebrate queer culture loudly and unapologetically with Pride.

This month is fuelled by strength, vivacity and a steady flow of joy that plants its roots amongst our days. The air is warm and the rain smells like freshly cut grass. The beer gardens are bustling, the parks are vibrant and the city’s hum is gradually getting louder. Do you know what that means?

It means it’s time to debut our first Events Spotlight!

This monthly digest is a lovingly curated resource for those who want more access to our city’s captivating mosaic of culture and action. The Events Spotlight celebrates a diverse range of multifaceted creative events, community-building gatherings, crucial fundraisers and whatever else deserves their flowers, bringing them straight to you. We want to deliver you Bristol’s finest: creative events that leave you overflowing with inspiration, action-packed performances that mesmerize and move you, community events that help you channel emotion into action, and parties where you can whole-heartedly let go of your worries and connect with the people around you.

To open up this space, I want to introduce myself. Hi! I’m Libby, a writer and photographer here at DREAMERS, and a long time events hype-girl. I’ve spent the better half of my twenties entirely absorbed in Bristol's music scene, documenting the never-ending electric current that is our nightlife. I’m here to report that June is absolutely STACKED – so if you’re eager to fill your summer calendar with passion and purpose, here are the places to be:

The Wonky Line Cult

The Wonky Line Cult is playfulness personified. Breathing life into Bristol’s craft scene, they have built a name for themselves by creating pockets of joy and whimsy from Monday to Sunday, bringing people together and kicking loneliness to the curb.

Dungeons and Dragons, Teddy Bear workshops and Zine Making: these are just a few of the events you can expect from the collective. Prioritising low-pressure, high-reward, community-led nights, The Wonky Line Cult are exceptionally good at creating a warm, open and safe place to socialise, craft and ease the strain of the week. After attending both the zine and badge-making evenings, I can’t recommend them enough!

When & Where: Full programme of events in June span from 2nd-28th, with events taking place all over Bristol.

PKN Bristol - LOOP

PechaKucha Night is an opportunity to share, listen and learn amongst creatives using a particular format of presenting. PechaKucha, a storytelling format originating in Tokyo, has a simple formula: each speaker is limited to twenty images, and twenty seconds per image. Back at Strange Brew with their 13th volume, PKN will welcome an array of artists and experts of their fields to bestow their experiences onto the community: from a miniature model maker, a glass blower, to a director of pneumatics. Indulge your craving for knowledge and new perspectives with an evening of accessible education.

When: 03/06/26
Where: StrangeBrew
Tickets: here

Bristol Experimental Puppet Festival

Anyone who’s spoken to me in the last month knows I am completely enamoured by this one: Bristol’s Experimental Puppet Festival is adorning our city for ten days only, gracing us with a sensational schedule crammed full of all things puppets!

Whether you favour marionettes, shadows or the humble sock, the BEPF has something for you. Scattered across a variety of venues, BEPF provides a smorgasbord of workshops, raves, film premieres, talks and more.
The sheer devotion that has been poured into these two weeks of beautiful chaos is undeniable, and it would be silly to not dive in and watch it all unravel. This is a collaborative art exhibition, an opportunity for all things weird, wonderful and creative to blossom and find a home amongst other likeminded people. Head over to their website here to see their full programme, their ethos and how to get involved.

When & Where: Full programme of events spans 5th-14th June, with events taking place all over Bristol.

The Bristol Commons - open day and fundraiser for community owned building

Championing real change through mutual aid and grassroots democracy, The Bristol Commons is the beating heart of our neighbourhoods. Their story began in 2008, where community group, Coexist, planted their roots in Hamilton House. Nearly twenty years on, the BC has become a living social system that advocates for the equal distribution of land, water, buildings, knowledge and care. The movement prides itself on being a beacon of support that is consistently nurtured by those who are passionate about community kinship and shared resources. Reclaiming the power to shape our local spaces is what The Commons continuously strives for, and now's your chance to get involved and find your purpose within the collective.

Coexist and The Bristol Commons are raising funds this month in order to bring the Spark Space into community ownership. The Bethesda Methodist Church has agreed to sell the old Sunday School Building on Church Road, so that it can continue to be used as a local hub where creativity and peer support can flourish for generations. This event will commence the ongoing fundraising that will work towards the ownership of this building.

If this mission aligns with you, join the action! Come along to find out about the space and how we can work together to secure it for future generations. Expect live performances, talks on Commoning, hot food, children’s activities, and much more. Find more information on the event and their aims here.

When: 06/06/26 10am-4pm
Where: The Spark Space, Bethesda Church, 13A Church Road
No tickets needed

St Werburghs Summer Fair

The highly anticipated St Werburghs fair is back in all its glory, welcoming the return of summer with an assortment of music, stalls and performances that transform the streets into an eclectic display of community and love.
A staple in the calendar for those near and far, the fair includes a full day of independent traders and artists coming together to create something truly special. It’s a real embodiment of community spirit in the heart of Bristol's beloved BS2: three packed stages, a samba procession and a whole strip of local traders, what's not to love?

When: When: 06/06/26 12pm-7pm
Where: St Werburghs City Farm
Tickets: here

Sunday Solidarity Dinners at BASE

Pro Anarchist and anti-food waste? Get your vegan roast dinner fix at BASE!
The much loved community cafe is a form of peaceful protest within itself, ensuring that the mouths of the community are fed on a pay-what-you-can basis, leaving capitalist exploitation at the door.

Taking a stand against overconsumption and food waste, the cafe lovingly assembles their vegan roasts from both unused supermarket products and locally donated produce. The BASE collective has been serving up affordable feasts since 1995, holding a space for those who value community living and mutual aid. Suggesting a donation of £3-£5, BASE ensures nobody is turned away due to lack of funds, and the crew encourage those who cannot donate money, to donate their time through volunteering. If you’re looking to open up your heart, mind and stomach to a hearty meal and some compassionate conversations about human and animal liberation, you can delve into the world of BASE here, where Sunday Solidarity Dinners are just the tip of the iceberg.

When: Every Sunday evening 6-8pm, next event 07/06/26
Where: BASE Social Centre, 14 Robertson Road, Easton
No tickets required

Gig for Gaza

An amalgamation of Bristol's finest folk artists will be filling St.Pauls Church this month in order to raise funds for Palestinian sisters, Hadeel, Heba and Malak, and the security of their futures at Glasgow University. Gig for Gaza is a spectacularly moving approach to protest, merging art and awareness to harness solidarity in order to help others live free from terror. This lineup features the likes of Eve Appleton Band, Claudine and more - including a photography exhibition throughout. This night is guaranteed to be a memorable one, and for less than a tenner, you can ensure that you’re putting your money in the right place. If you’re looking for ways to support those trapped within the midst of genocide, Gig for Gaza is a lovely opportunity to show up for those who need it, whilst also immersing yourself in the rich culture of Bristol’s folk scene.

When: 11/06/26 7:15pm-10:30pm
Where: St. Pauls Church
Tickets: here

The Bridge Farm Long Table

Created by Bristol folk who work within the food system, this pay-what-you-can community meal aims to bring about more just, reciprocal ways of relating to the food the land provides. This event provides an opportunity to break bread with strangers and friends, eat a nourishing, organic and locally-sourced dinner, and take part in a project that sets an example of a more gentle, equitable world. If you’d like to come along, find more information and fill in their google form here.

Bridge Farm has long advocated for cooperation, kindness and nature recovery, making it the perfect setting for an evening of food-focused festivities. Since being acquired by Ashley Vale Action Group (AVAG) in 2018, the farm has become a lively hub for volunteering, land regeneration, and a variety of events such as this long table. Illustrating the real action that can come about when you put your neighbourhood at the heart of your being, Bridge Farm continue to wear their vision for a brighter future on their sleeve, and you can keep an eye on their movements here.

When: 14/06/26, 3pm-5pm
Where: Bridge Farm, Glenfrome Road, BS16 1BQ
How to book: fill in this google form

SCRiTCH Cabaret

Not your bog standard open mic – SCRiTCH is a medley of unstoppable cabaret deliciousness, inviting LGBTQIA+ and allies alike to attend, perform, and get involved in this wonderful whirlpool of talent. Wherever you are on the spectrum of experience, and whatever your medium, SCRiTCH holds the doors of the Old Market Assembly wide open for any and all that want to share their projects or performances. Run by Pigeon & Bear Productions, and elevated by volunteers, this is a space to lean into, learn from and give back to.

When: 14/6/26 7:30pm-9:30pm
Where: Old Market Assembly
Tickets: Here

Raise The Bar

Throw yourself into the realm of Raise The Bar this June, with a dynamic live poetry event that affectionately blends headline poets and new performers, creating an uplifting space abounding with support and celebration.

Having previously hosted legends like Jeremy Corbyn, Benjamin Zephaniah, Hollie McNish and many, many more, Raise The Bar have gained notoriety for their illustrious line-ups and intimate atmospheres that prioritise accessibility and equality, no matter your experience level. Consistently compered to perfection, RTB welcomes headline poets Farah Chamma, and Pete Temp to the stage this month amongst fourteen open-mic performers, transforming the venue into a space brimming with humanity. Whether you are a seasoned storyteller, a budding poet, or simply want to bear witness to some sensational forms of spoken word, get yourself down to Orchard Coffee Co this June.

When: 16/06/26 7:30pm-9:30pm
Where: The Orchard Coffee & Co, 20 Clouds Hill Rd, Bristol BS5 7LA
Tickets: here

Panel Talk, Discussion and Celebration: Radical Accountability in a Messed Up World

SLEEC (Survivors Leading Essential Education & Change) are celebrating the launch of their debut book ‘Radical Accountability in a Messed Up World’ – for men and those who want to learn radical accountability for male violence and rape culture. Held at the Malcolm X Centre in St Pauls, this evening involves discussions, connections and invites you to dream better systems of care and integrity into existence.

“This book was written as an antidote to the systems of domination, harm, control and punishment we all suffer under. As we live under increasingly more violent systems and with the rise of the manosphere, we need better systems of care, accountability and justice” - Meggan and Bryony from SLEEC

The evening's panel discussions will explore how radical accountability for male violence and abolitionist care can be an antidote to the mess we are in.

There will be time and space to ask questions, share experiences and ideas, plot, hatch plans and connect with others. No one person has all the answers - this event is about reminding ourselves that building a more accountable, less harmful world is a collective community action.

Speakers include masculinities educator and social commenter Lewis Wedlock, Almas Talib from Abolitionist Healing (a collective focusing on anti-oppressive, community centred care for distress and trauma that works with abolitionist and disability justice frameworks) and Yaz Brien, a community organiser who has spent many years working on the frontline of these issues, who will be guiding this conversation.

When: 17/06/26 7:30pm-10pm
Where: Malcolm X Community Centre, 141 City Rd, St Paul's,
Tickets: here

Mat Consume: Imperfect Multiples Exhibition at Rockaway Park

Looking to be politically reinvigorated in a DIY utopia? Mat Consume's latest exhibition, Imperfect Multiples, will be touching down in the thrillingly surreal Rockaway Park this month.

Imperfect Multiples is a soul-stirring descent into the corruption of our oil and weapon industries, one which Consume has centered around the Seven Sisters of the oil trade. Each piece within the exhibition is a complex, layered commentary on war, violence, consumerism and America, something that has been communicated effectively with corporate logos, striking colours and even the art form of silkscreen painting itself.

Resistance through painting is Consume’s forte, printing meaning into each piece with a wealth of techniques. This exhibition is one that will dominate your attention and ask you to sacrifice some comfort, but shouldn’t be overlooked.

On until the 26th of June, Rockaway Park and Consume will be officially opening on the 11th June with complimentary drinks and thoughtful discussions that revolve around the work and the powerful truths within them.

When: 11th–26th June
Where: Rockaway Park, Temple Cloud, Bristol
No tickets required

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