Bristol Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Bristol, TN, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 13, 2026
Events take place across Bristol throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 30 Upcoming Events
- 1 Events This Weekend
- 4 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 30
- sports 9
- concerts 6
- broadway 6
- Live Shows 13
- comedy 2
- family 5
- This Weekend 1
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Bristol events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Bristol Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Bristol
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 30
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — ALTERNATIVE, Weekend Event: Trapt at Stockyard Bristol,
190 N Raceway Villa Drive, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $36, Avg. price ~ $43, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats - Nov 20, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: It's a Wonderful Life at Paramount Bristol, 518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $33, Avg. price ~ $60, Tickets Available: 163. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — COUNTRY / FOLK, Best Value, Weekend Event: Creed Fisher at Stockyard Bristol, 190 N Raceway Villa Drive, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $20, Avg. price ~ $41, 20 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: It's a Wonderful Life at Paramount Bristol, 518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $41, Avg. price ~ $61, Tickets Available: 150. Select Seats
- Nov 22, 2026, 2:30 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: It's a Wonderful Life at Paramount Bristol, 518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $33, Avg. price ~ $61, Tickets Available: 145. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: It's a Wonderful Life at Paramount Bristol, 518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $33, Avg. price ~ $60, Tickets Available: 144. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: It's a Wonderful Life at Paramount Bristol, 518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $33, Avg. price ~ $64, Tickets Available: 290. Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 2:30 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: It's a Wonderful Life at Paramount Bristol, 518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $33, Avg. price ~ $63, Tickets Available: 283. Select Seats
- Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — BALLET, High Demand: Bristol Ballet: The Nutcracker at Paramount Bristol, 518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $34, Avg. price ~ $57, Tickets Available: 197. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 12:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Bristol Ballet: The Nutcracker at Paramount Bristol, 518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $63, Tickets Available: 155. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 6:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Bristol Ballet: The Nutcracker at Paramount Bristol, 518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $43, Avg. price ~ $64, Tickets Available: 148. Select Seats
- Dec 13, 2026, 7:00 PM Sun — HOLIDAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: Branson Country Christmas at Paramount Bristol, 518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $49, Avg. price ~ $81, Tickets Available: 224. Select Seats
- Dec 16, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — HOLIDAY: King University's A Very Bristol Christmas Cabaret: Aaron Blake at Paramount Bristol, 518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $53, Avg. price ~ $77, Tickets Available: 180. Select Seats
- Dec 18, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — HOLIDAY: King University's A Very Bristol Christmas at Paramount Bristol, 518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $29, Avg. price ~ $68, Tickets Available: 96. Select Seats
- Dec 19, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: The Wizards of Winter at Paramount Bristol, 518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $58, Avg. price ~ $94, Tickets Available: 206. Select Seats
- Jan 08, 2027, 7:00 PM Fri — COUNTRY / FOLK: Dailey and Vincent at Paramount Bristol, 518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $102, Tickets Available: 184. Select Seats
- Feb 25, 2027, 7:30 PM Thu — COMEDY: Bored Teachers Comedy Tour at Paramount Bristol, 518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $106, Tickets Available: 86. Select Seats
- Apr 09, 2027, Time TBA — NASCAR: NASCAR FedEx Freight Truck Series: Army National Guard 250 & Bush's Beans Qualifying at Bristol Motor Speedway • 160000 seats, 151 Speedway Blvd, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $41, Avg. price ~ $47, Tickets Available: 246. Select Seats
- Apr 10, 2027, Time TBA — NASCAR, Weekend Event: NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series: Suburban Propane 300 & Bush's Beans Qualifying at Bristol Motor Speedway • 160000 seats, 151 Speedway Blvd, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $25, Avg. price ~ $68, Tickets Available: 427. Select Seats
- Apr 11, 2027, Time TBA — NASCAR, Weekend Event: NASCAR Cup Series: Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway • 160000 seats, 151 Speedway Blvd, Bristol, TN 37620, US. From $42, Avg. price ~ $203, Tickets Available: 4818. Select Seats
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Bristol Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Bristol events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
Trapt
190 N Raceway Villa Drive, Bristol, TN 37620
Upcoming Events: 9
Nov 14, 2026 7:00 PM
It's A Wonderful Life
518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620
Upcoming Events: 138
Nov 20, 2026 7:30 PM
Creed Fisher
190 N Raceway Villa Drive, Bristol, TN 37620
Upcoming Events: 7
Nov 21, 2026 7:00 PM
The Nutcracker
518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620
Upcoming Events: 2174
Dec 11, 2026 7:30 PM
Branson Country Christmas
518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620
Upcoming Events: 1
Dec 13, 2026 7:00 PM
King University's A Very Bristol Christmas Cabaret
518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620
Upcoming Events: 1
Dec 16, 2026 7:00 PM
King University's A Very Bristol Christmas
518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620
Upcoming Events: 1
Dec 18, 2026 7:00 PM
The Wizards Of Winter
518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620
Upcoming Events: 15
Dec 19, 2026 7:30 PM
Dailey and Vincent
518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620
Upcoming Events: 11
Jan 08, 2027 7:00 PM
Bored Teachers Comedy Tour
518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620
Upcoming Events: 50
Feb 25, 2027 7:30 PM
NASCAR FedEx Freight Truck Series
151 Speedway Blvd, Bristol, TN 37620
Upcoming Events: 16
Apr 09, 2027 Time TBA
Suburban Propane 300
151 Speedway Blvd, Bristol, TN 37620
Upcoming Events: 1
Apr 10, 2027 Time TBA
Food City 500
151 Speedway Blvd, Bristol, TN 37620
Upcoming Events: 1
Apr 11, 2027 Time TBA
The Power of Huey - Tribute to Huey Lewis and The News
518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620
Upcoming Events: 1
Apr 15, 2027 7:30 PM
Coppelia
518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620
Upcoming Events: 34
May 08, 2027 12:00 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Bristol. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Bristol right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Bristol rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Bristol?
Yeah — Bristol doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Bristol?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Bristol, TN. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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