A elegantly decorated dining room with a long wooden table set with wine glasses and floral centerpieces, a large red sign that reads 'Party Like It's 1999', and a cocktail with a pineapple garnish in the foreground.

Events

What's On

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What's On 〰️

We love all things fun—whether it’s art, food, or hands-on activities, we’re all about bringing creativity and joy together in one place. Our events are a vibrant mix of playful experiences designed to spark your imagination and delight your senses. Come join us and be part of the fun—there’s always something exciting coming up!

Bristol Fungarium hosting evening

Join us for an evening of talks, tinctures and cosy drinks with Tom Baxter, founder of Bristol Fungarium. Discover the modern science and ancient stories behind the mushrooms they grow, sample their organic mushroom tinctures and meet some locally grown fungi along the way.

Meet like-minded people, learn from the experts and begin your own tincture journey.

Date: 12th November | Time: 7pm–9pm

Location: The Boot Factory, Artist Residence Bristol, 28 Portland Square, Bristol, BS2 8SA

Entry: £15 per person

Tickets are available now via Eventbrite
or email us on [email protected]

An Evening with Bristol Fungarium

The Boot Factory | In conversation with Tom Baxter

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Flyer for 'The Boot Factory' session with a photo of a cocktail glass and a bowl of olives on a marble surface, and text providing event details including live DJ every Friday at 28 Portland Square @artistreseidence.

The Boot Factory Sessions

Ease into the weekend with cocktails, good food and live DJ sets at The Boot Factory. Join us every Friday from 8pm for laid-back sounds, late-night drinks and easy-going fun in the heart of Bristol.

Date: Every Friday

Time: 8pm–late

Location: The Boot Factory, Artist Residence Bristol, 28 Portland Square, St Paul’s, Bristol

Entry: Free entry

Book a Table

To book a table book a table online, use the link above and select your desired Friday. Alternatively call us on 0117 428 8440

or email us on [email protected]

The Boot Factory | Every Friday

Poster advertising life drawing classes at PURDIE LIFE DRAWING at the Artist Residence. The poster includes an abstract blue figure, class details, location, time, and contact information.

Join us for an evening of life drawing with Purdie at Artist Residence Bristol. Sessions take place from 8–9:30pm and cost £10 per person.

Upcoming dates:

  • Monday 28 September

  • Monday 5 October

  • Monday 12 October

  • Monday 26 October

All drawing materials are included, but please feel free to bring your own too! All levels of entry are welcome.

Location: The Blue Room, Artist Residence Bristol, 28 Portland Square, St Paul’s, Bristol

This is a ticketed event. To register your place, email [email protected].

Buy your tickets here.

Life Drawing at The Boot Factory

The Boot Factory | Every Monday

Event schedule poster for The Boot Factory, an artist residency with events from September to December, including music performances, art sessions, and workshops, on a red background with white text.

Save the date for our upcoming events at Artist Residence Bristol. More details to follow… Join our newsletter for the latest here.

Event Schedule: Bristol

Offers That Stick Around

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Offers That Stick Around 〰️

Event poster for The Boot Factory featuring stylized illustrations of champagne glasses with orange garnishes, striped orange and white background, blue borders, and text about drinks and snacks from 4 to 6 pm, Monday to Friday, starting at 5 pounds.

Happy Hour

Text indicating Mon-Fri from 4PM to 6PM.

Mon - Fri | 4 - 6pm

It’s happy hour o’clock — come grab a seat and a sip!

Whether you're in the mood for a bold Negroni, a zesty Sour, or a refreshing Spritz, we've got just the thing to lift your spirits.

Past Events

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Past Events 〰️

A woman performing a dance on a wooden stage, dressed in a flamboyant costume with a large yellow feathered headdress, golden embellishments, and yellow fur trim, in front of a ceiling with ornate white crown molding and a skylight.
Green background poster promoting the World Cup screening at Artist Residence in Bristol, England, with details about the venue and free entry.
Poster for Art Residency Summer Sessions event on Friday, August 21st, featuring a cocktail in a cocktail glass and a bowl of green olives on a marble table, with text indicating free entry in Bristol.
A promotional poster for the event "Bigger Boat" at the Artist Residence, featuring two DJs or musicians working on turntables, with overlaying text for event details including date, time, location, and free entry. The poster also has graphic elements like a martini glass outline and sparkles.
Event poster for Artist Residency at The Boot Factory, featuring a pink and white stylized title and a drawing of a martini glass with pink sparkles, on an olive green background, advertising a party on Saturday, September 5th at 28 Portland Square, St. Paul's, Bristol, with free entry.