In this series of minimalist oil pastel drawings, curated by Rainmaker Gallery, Jason Wesaw reflects on reconnection, resilience and the healing power of return. Through subtly textured surface and carefully… Continue Reading Returning by Jason Wesaw
Queendom Rising is a new photography exhibition by Bristol-based photographer George Netana celebrating women from Bristol’s diverse diaspora communities. This portrait series is inspired by the artist’s lived experience as a mother… Continue Reading Queendom Rising: Portraits of Diaspora by George Netana
Spike Island presents a major solo exhibition of new work by Phillip Lai (b.1969, Kuala Lumpur), bringing together a body of sculptural commissions that continue the artist’s exploration of the… Continue Reading RAIN/RUIN by Phillip Lai
Spike Island presents Feedback, the largest solo exhibition by Nigerian-British artist, filmmaker and DJ Olukemi Lijadu. Developed through research in Chicago, Lagos and Bristol, the exhibition centres on a major… Continue Reading Feedback by Olukemi Lijadu
Lebanese artist Mounira Al Solh invites you into a vivid world where ancient mythology collides with contemporary experience. In this exhibition, she poignantly and playfully navigates a multitude of complex… Continue Reading A land as big as her skin by Mounira Al Solh
Rooted in West African cultural heritage, CRAZE WORLD uses symbols, figures and patterns to confront social issues such as racism, police brutality and censorship. The work in this collection reflects… Continue Reading CRAZE WORLD by BÓLÁRINWÁ
Diaspora Island gathers Bristol-based artists with roots across the world, weaving together perspectives on the human condition and the shifting meaning of home. Moving between folk tales, dance, and acts… Continue Reading Voices of the Diaspora
This hugely popular annual event gives you access to explore the studios, see works-in-progress, learn about different creative processes, and buy unique work directly from the artists. The family-friendly programme… Continue Reading Spike Island Open Studios
First Friday is a monthly social and showcasing event open to anyone. It takes place in the Pervasive Media Studio every First Friday throughout the year except for August and… Continue Reading First Friday
Come and join us for the launch of the Voices of DIASPORA! exhibition, curated by artist Emma Allen, showing at The Island from 1-4 May. It is a chance to… Continue Reading Voices of DIASPORA! Launch Party
Join us at The Station for the launch of DIASPORA! 2026, our city-wide celebration of cultural diversity through the arts. This event marks the official opening of the festival and… Continue Reading DIASPORA! 2026 Opening Ceremony
Explore safety, support and grounding within your mind and body in this workshop embodying the earth element through creative visualisation. Over 2 hours, you’ll be guided through embodied movement, meditation,… Continue Reading Meditate & Create
With a unique electronic and jazz fusion, Brian d’Souza’s Auntie Flo live band brings together a host of talented musicians from around the world to perform tracks spanning five acclaimed… Continue Reading Auntie Flo (full band show) + Moncaya LIVE
Reflecting on an increasingly digitised world, JASAD (Arabic for Body) draws from the breath-centred essence of the Nay (ca. 5,000 BC) to create a distinctive solo setup. In this performance,… Continue Reading Faris Ishaq in Concert
Head to the Pipe & Slippers on Stokes Croft for a stellar DJ set from Devon-born artist, Somatic. No need to book, just turn up. Known for his boundary-defying sets,… Continue Reading Somatic DJ Set
Afon Sistema is coming to The Canteen this May, with an evening of drumming and dancing. No need to book, just turn up. About Afon Sistema Maracatu is a Brazilian… Continue Reading Afon Sistema
Kilengi Dance Party is coming back to The Jam Jar this May. What better way to kick off DIASPORA! than at Bristol’s newest global bass party? Curated by DJ, bassist… Continue Reading Marla Kether Presents: Kilengi Dance Party
