The Canteen

17/08/2026

WHAT'S ON THIS WEEK: 17TH – 23RD AUGUST

Folk harmonies, Latin rhythms, old-school R&B, gypsy circus chaos and global dancefloor sounds...

Here's what's coming up:

MON 17 — Heartwood Chorus
One of the UK's finest folk choirs brings spellbinding arrangements of traditional songs and modern folk favourites. Warm, welcoming and beautifully powerful, expect an evening of singing without the "posh choir stuff."

TUE 18 — Canteen Latin Descarga Sessions
Our monthly celebration of Afro-Cuban grooves, Latin jazz and salsa returns. Led by Jim Blomfield and Jon Clark, the second half opens into a true Cuban-style descarga (jam session). Come to dance, play or simply soak up the rhythm.

WED 19 — Crawfish
Classic jump blues, old-school R&B and early rock 'n' roll from one of Bristol's finest blues outfits. Expect infectious grooves, timeless tunes and plenty of swing.

THU 20 — Blackberry Wood
Canadian gypsy circus folk at its wildest! Equal parts carnival, cabaret and dance party, Blackberry Wood deliver high-energy performances packed with storytelling, stomping rhythms and outrageous fun.

FRI 21 — Ask My Bull
A blistering fusion of punk, drum & bass and jazz from Manchester's genre-defying trio. Heavy grooves, experimental sounds and infectious energy.

SAT 22 — Pcha
Traditional Malian balafon meets amapiano, afrobeats and electronic dance music. Joined by Bristol's DJ Joeti, Pcha's exhilarating live show is joyful, high-energy and impossible to stand still to.

SUN 23 — Isaac Neilson
Catch indie singer-songwriter Isaac Neilson as part of his incredible challenge to perform one gig every day for a year. Honest songwriting, acoustic warmth and a celebration of the UK's grassroots music scene.

Live music starts at 8:30PM Mon–Thurs.
Free entry before 9:30PM on Fri & Sat, £6 after.

11/08/2026

Gravity Tuesdays continue with The Canteen Jazz Session!

Dust off your horns, join us for a night of live jazz, improvisation and £5 Gravity Pilsners.

Led by Bristol saxophone legend Craig Crofton and his trio, the evening kicks off with a 40-minute house set before the stage opens up to guest players. Whether you're a seasoned pro, a first-timer or just fancy soaking up the atmosphere, everyone's welcome.

£5 Gravity Pilsners
House band from 8:30pm, followed by the open jam

Grab your instrument, grab a pint...

10/08/2026

WHAT'S ON THIS WEEK: 10TH – 16TH AUGUST

From sea shanties and jazz jams to Balkan folk, ambient electronics and boundary-pushing live jazz.

Here's what's coming up:

MON 10 — Sea Shanties Session
Our monthly sea shanty night returns! Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a complete newcomer, join the Easton Sea Shanties crew for an evening of rowdy folk songs, big harmonies and plenty of laughs. Song sheets provided, all abilities welcome.

TUE 11 — The Canteen Jazz Session
Dust off your horns and tune up! Craig Crofton and his trio kick things off with a house set before opening the stage to guest players. Beginners, pros and everyone in between are welcome—just bring your instrument and join the jam.

WED 12 — Razzomo
This high-energy Balkan house and gypsy folk duo blend fiddle, booming guitar beats and infectious rhythms into an unforgettable live show. Expect folk traditions, festival vibes and plenty of dancing.

THU 13 — DIME
Ambient, electronic and jazz collide as South London's DIME create immersive soundscapes, soaring melodies and deep club-inspired grooves through live improvisation.

FRI 14 — Zeñel
One of the UK's most exciting live electronic jazz acts. Zeñel fuse jazz improvisation with grime, UK drill, afrobeats and electronic production to create a bold, genre-defying live experience.

SAT 15 — The Zu Zu Men
A feel-good night of upbeat originals and crowd-pleasing covers spanning the decades, delivered with the infectious energy that's made The Zu Zu Men a firm favourite.

SUN 16 — Sunday Sessions with Jeeves Biscotti
Round off the week with DJs on the decks all night, good company and Sunday vibes.

30% off selected drinks for hospitality workers
10% off for students

Live music starts at 8:30PM Mon–Thurs.
Free entry before 9:30PM on Fri & Sat, £6 after.

10/08/2026

AUGUST AT THE CANTEEN

From heavyweight dub and grassroots folk to electronic jazz, festival afterparties and global dancefloor sounds, we're welcoming artists from Bristol and beyond for a month of unforgettable live music.

A few to get you excited:

01 AUG — CGC Sound System: Stokes Croft Sub Sessions: Gorgon Sound return alongside Em Pressure for another night of heavyweight roots, dub and steppas. Expect serious bass pressure and a packed dancefloor.

03 AUG — The Singer Songwriter Sessions: A cosy evening of contemporary folk, acoustic and original songwriting from Bristol artists. Featuring three emerging artists/ groups!

08 AUG — The Nowadaze Afterparty: Nothing Rhymes with Orange. Nothing Rhymes with Orange headline a huge celebration of Bristol's grassroots music scene, with indie-rock grooves and Nowadaze DJ takeover's into the night.

13 AUG — DIME: Ambient soundscapes, jazz improvisation and deep electronic grooves collide as South London's DIME create an immersive live show.

14 AUG — Zeñel: One of the UK's most exciting live electronic jazz acts, fusing jazz improvisation with grime, UK drill, afrobeats and future bass.

17 AUG — Heartwood Chorus: Bristol's acclaimed folk choir perform spellbinding arrangements of traditional songs and modern folk favourites. Community-led, beautifully powerful and proudly "no posh choir stuff."

22 AUG — Pcha: Virtuosic balafon playing meets amapiano, afrobeats and electronic club sounds as one of Mali's most exciting new artists delivers an explosive, joy-filled live show.

27 AUG — Kangaroo Moon: Psychedelic Celtic folk fusion from festival favourites Kangaroo Moon, blending world music, folk and rock into an uplifting, dance-inducing celebration.

Live music starts at 8:30PM Mon–Thurs — come early, stay late.

05/08/2026

This Friday we have the incredible Birty gracing the stage at The Canteen.

“Birty” is the project of saxophonist, vocalist and producer Hannah-Mae Birtwell. Hannah has gained recognition performing with numerous projects including Nubiyan Twist, TC & The Groove Family and Dargz across the UK and Europe.

Now based in London, Birty has established herself in the city’s music scene, recently performing her debut headline show at 91 Living Room on Brick Lane to a packed-out crowd, showcasing a full set of original music.

Free entry before 9.30pm, £6 after

05/08/2026

30/07/2026

Live at The Canteen // Saturday 22nd August

Get ready for a huge night as Pcha brings his electrifying fusion of live balafon, amapiano, afrobeats and electronic dance music to The Canteen.

Pcha is part of a new generation reshaping traditional West African music for the global dancefloor. Backed by explosive live percussion and Bristol’s own DJ Joeti, expect hypnotic balafon melodies, heavyweight rhythms and club-ready energy that builds into an unforgettable live show.

Fast, joyful and impossible to stand still to.

And when the live set finishes, DJ Tom Riley keeps the dancefloor moving until 2am.

29/07/2026

We're open all week for dinner. Whether you're in the mood for a cute date or a feast with friends we have you covered with fresh seasonal fare, house foccaccia, local beer and live music 7 days a week. Book now online or by calling 0117 923 2017.

28/07/2026

Live at The Canteen // Friday 14th August

London quartet are bringing their explosive blend of live electronic jazz to The Canteen.

Expect soaring improvisation, deep grooves and cutting-edge electronic sounds inspired by grime, UK drill, afrobeats and future bass. Using a unique computer-based live setup, Zeñel create something that's as thrilling on the dancefloor as it is musically adventurous.

"A bared-teeth cavalry charge... Laurence Wilkins' electronically-modified trumpet carries the crushing energy of a lightning strike." – London Jazz News

And to keep the night going we have DJ Oggie Boggie taking over until 2am.

It's going to be one to remember!