Ben Folds brings his much-loved Paper Airplane Request Tour to Bristol Beacon — a one-of-a-kind concert where the audience helps shape the setlist.
In the first half, Folds performs a curated selection of favourites; after the interval, the night takes flight as fans send their song requests soaring to the stage on paper airplanes.
Bring your own pre-made plane or craft one at the merch stand before the show – pens and paper will be provided. It’s an intimate, spontaneous and joyfully unpredictable evening celebrating the deep connection between Folds and his fans.
Presented by Bristol Beacon & and Music Beyond Mainstream by arrangement with Wasserman
Format: Reserved seating
Age: 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by an adult)
Performance times
Doors: 19.00
Start: 19.30
All timings are approximate and subject to change
light, charming, sarcastic and most importantly fun
Album of the year
Support from Lindsey Kraft
Known from Grace and Frankie, Getting On and Obliterated – Lindsey Kraft joins Ben Folds as a special guest, bringing her sharp, funny and heartfelt songs to the stage. Having learned piano later in life to give voice to the music in her head, she’s become a captivating performer whose honest writing, wit and warmth keep winning new fans everywhere she plays.
About Beacon Hall
Our new flagship venue at Bristol Beacon
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Seating plans
Seating plans
Beacon Hall has three levels that can be used in a seated or standing format. View seating plans, auditorium entrances and exits and accessible viewing areas.
Venue information
Venue information
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The venue
Beacon Hall
at Bristol Beacon
Getting to the venue
Location: Beacon Hall is located within Bristol Beacon. Head to Level 1 and follow signs to find the auditorium.
Address: Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR
Bicycle
Bicycle racks can be found in front of the main entrance on Trenchard Street, Colston Street, and on the city centre promenade. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.
Car parking
Trenchard Street multi-storey car park is 200m away, directly behind Bristol Beacon.
Bristol Clean Air Zone
Bristol Beacon is inside the Bristol Clean Air Zone. Check if your vehicle will be charged and how much you’ll have to pay.
Bus
Most bus services stop in and around the city centre promenade, 250m from Bristol Beacon.
Access
Mobility
Spaces for wheelchair users are in:
- row S in the centre of the rear Stalls (10 spaces)
- row Z in the left and right wings at the back of Lower Tier (4 spaces, 2 on each side),
- row Z on the right only at the back of Upper Tier (2 spaces)
Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs and emotional support animals are allowed in the performance space. Seats in row F are most suitable. If you prefer, you can leave your animal with a member of staff during the performance.
Hearing Facility
A Sennheiser MobileConnect assistive listening system is installed in the venue. Download the free App and use your own mobile device and headphones to listen to the performance. (Devices are available on request.)
Eat & Drink
Eat & Drink
We’ve got plenty of places for you to relax and refill. From coffee and cake, to delicious sharing boards, to full menus.
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