Fusion Fest

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Neon yellow and pink background onto which reads Fusion Fest 2026 in large yellow font. Cut outs of young people playing instruments sit inbetween the font, as well as small words like 'DJ' 'Concerts' 'Collabs'

This summer Fusion Fest takes over Bristol Beacon with a day-to-night explosion of awesome youth music, creativity and talent.

Experience two jam-packed days at our first festival created by young people, for everyone.

Join us for epic orchestral and choral spectacles in Beacon Hall – think bold collaborations, hundreds of performers, and one unforgettable stage. Alongside this, enjoy vibrant concerts from our resident groups and partner ensembles, plus interactive inclusive workshops throughout the building.

Kick things off with a massive Come and Play morning, dive into family crafts, say hello to our exhibitors then follow the music wherever it leads. As night falls, expect DJs, rappers and high-energy sets at the Afterparty, featuring Bristol Youth Studios and Lady Nade.

At the heart of Fusion Fest is our Youth Advisory Committee, a team of young people who were centre stage in shaping the festival from the ground up, from naming it to bringing its sound to life on stage. Local secondary pupils will also get hands on in a mix of behind-the-scenes roles to finish their Work Experience week in style!

So come along, get involved and be blown away by some seriously talented young musicians. We can’t wait to see you there!

Presented by Bristol Beacon

Performances and workshops will take place across all venue spaces including Beacon Hall, Lantern Hall and Weston Stage, as well as Bridgehouse, Stalls Bar and The Cellars. Please refer to the individual events for more info.

Ticket prices & offers

Ticket prices

Standard price: £7.00
Under 18 ticket: £4.00

Festival multibuy offer

Take advantage of our Festival Multibuy offer and save on tickets!

Buy 3-4 concerts save 10%
Buy 5-8 concerts save 20%

Applies to Standard price and under 18 tickets.

To qualify for the discount, tickets for the corresponding number of concerts must be purchased in one transaction.

Workshop prices

Introductory DJ Workshops

Sat 4 Jul, The Cellars

Standard price: £6.00

Craft Corner

Sat 4 Jul, Stalls Bar

Free entry

SEN Composition Workshop

Sat 4 Jul, Weston Stage

Free, but ticketed

Massive Come and Play Workshop and Sharing with NCO

Sun 5 Jul, Bristol Beacon

Standard price: £10.00
Beacon Ensembles discount: £5.00 (applicable to any active members of a Beacon Ensemble)

The post-workshop sharing session is free with open access.

What’s On

Concerts

Workshops

The venue

Bristol Beacon

Getting to the venue

Location: Bristol Beacon is located in the city centre with entrances on Colston Street and Trenchard Street.

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 50m 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

The city centre bus stop is 250m from Bristol Beacon where most bus services stop.

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Access

Mobility

Bristol Beacon foyer has level access from street level with lifts to all levels and areas.

Assistance Dogs

Registered assistance dogs and emotional support animals are allowed in the venue.

Hearing Facility

There is an induction loop at the box office. You can use this by adjusting your hearing aid to the ‘T’ setting. There is no hearing loop facility for the foyer stage.

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