Events in Weston-super-mare From 27th April – 3rd May 2026

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You can find live music, creative workshops, and cultural events in Weston-super-Mare this week, from 26 April to 3 May 2026. The town’s evening programme reflects its long-standing history as a seaside resort, with development beginning in the 19th century when rail access boosted sea bathing's popularity. Performances at Front Room highlight emerging local talent and established artists, continuing a tradition of public entertainment dating back to that era.

Events take place throughout weekdays and weekends. Daytime workshops occur in shared spaces on Alexandra Parade, some tied to educational outreach or civic arts projects. Evening gatherings include DJ sets at bars near the railway station, while theatre-making sessions explore performance craft rooted in regional storytelling. Intimate presentations also happen in converted retail units along Waterloo Street, offering access for visitors without cars.

Family activities remain available under a high family-friendly index, though public footpaths along the seafront are inconsistently maintained and beach parking is restricted during tidal changes. The Tropicana swimming pool remains closed as of this report; meanwhile, uncertainty around the Leisure Dome project affects planning certainty at venues on the seafront.

Late-night performances occasionally extend into Sunday mornings at locations near the X1/X1s bus hub, connected to both Great Western Railway services and M5 motorway access. These events reflect a civic culture of creativity rather than spectacle, grounded in local history but open to new forms of expression. Check listings below for precise times and venue details across this period.

Monday 27th April

A History of Folk Music in Somerset

· Weston Museum · Culture & Arts

A historical talk on folk music in Somerset is presented at Weston Museum.

Annual Town Meeting - Weston-super-mare Town Council

· The Blakehay Theatre · Nightlife & Music

Weston-super-Mare Town Council hosts its annual meeting at The Blakehay Theatre.

Tuesday 28th April

National Food Crime Unit Prevention Desktop Exercise

· Food & Drink

A food safety workshop for manufacturers in Wales focusing on crime prevention and incident investigation.

Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Cardiff

· Nightlife & Music

A social networking event by Unified Dating for singles in Cardiff.

Wednesday 29th April

Free Unpaid Carer's Dinner

· Food & Drink

A free dinner event hosted for unpaid carers, offering food and social connection.

Pokémon Tcg Locals

· DragonScale Cards · Nightlife & Music

Players gather to compete in a Pokémon TCG local tournament at DragonScale Cards.

Thursday 30th April

Thomas Green: Brainstorm

· The Glee Club Cardiff · Nightlife & Music

Comedian Thomas Green performs his new stand-up show 'Brainstorm' at The Glee Club Cardiff.

Riftbound Nexus Night

· DragonScale Cards · Nightlife & Music

A themed card game night hosted at DragonScale Cards featuring immersive, narrative-driven gameplay.

Bar Queens 2026 - Cardiff Heat

· Nightlife & Music

Competitors team up at Lab 22 for the Bar Queens 2026 Cardiff heat, a themed drink and performance challenge.

Crime Viral - Murder Staged Tour

· The Blakehay Theatre · Culture & Arts

A theatrical crime-themed performance with a live psychopath test at The Blakehay Theatre.

Fire & Dust: a Woody Guthrie Story: Reg Meuross & The Strike Trio – With Geraint…

· Acapela Studio · Nightlife & Music

A folk tribute to Woody Guthrie performed by Reg Meuross and The Strike Trio with Geraint Watkins and Marion Fleetwood.

Ignacio Lopez: New Material Show

· Le Pub · Nightlife & Music

Comedian Ignacio Lopez performs his new material in a live stand-up show at Le Pub.

Karaoke Thursday

· Popworld - Cardiff · Nightlife & Music

Karaoke Thursday at Popworld Cardiff features live singing, cocktails, and all-night entertainment.

The Hyfyv Book & Supper Club

· Food & Drink

A literary dinner event featuring author Eva Verde discussing her novel at Spike Island Café.

Friday 1st May

Fawlty Towers Dinner at Cardiff Castle

· Cardiff Castle · Food & Drink

Dine at Cardiff Castle with a comedic twist, featuring a two-course meal and sweet treats.

Lesbians Takeover: The Pontcanna Brewhouse & Kitchen

· Nightlife & Music

Lesbian-led event takes over Brewhouse & Kitchen in Cardiff with themed drinks and community connection.

John Bramwell (i am Kloot)

· Loves Cafe · Nightlife & Music

John Bramwell of I am Kloot performs a live music set at Loves Cafe in Weston-super-Mare.

Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of The Dubliners

· The Playhouse Theatre · Nightlife & Music

A tribute show celebrating the legendary Irish folk band The Dubliners with live performances of their classic songs.

Friday Theme Night: Studio Ghibli

· Shopping & Markets

Participants paint Studio Ghibli-themed pottery with themed stencils at Goodsheds, with food and drink available.

Sing And Smile

· Front Room · Nightlife & Music

A musical performance titled Sing and Smile takes place at Front Room in Weston-super-Mare.

Spring Rag Wreath

· Weston Museum · Family & Kids

A craft workshop at Weston Museum teaches participants to make spring rag wreaths.

Front Room tv! - Improv Show

· Front Room · Nightlife & Music

Comedy improv show Front Room TV! performs at Front Room Weston-Super-Mare on 1 May 2026.

Second Speed x Prty: Slvl, Ush Cardiff (uk Tour)

· Nightlife & Music

A live DJ set by Slvl and Ush as part of the UK tour at District Cardiff.

Saturday 2nd May

Briana Corrigan Blakehay Theatre Weston Super Mare

· The Blakehay Theatre · Nightlife & Music

Comedian Briana Corrigan performs her storytelling and song show at The Blakehay Theatre in Weston-super-mare.

The Tiny Circus Fire Show

· Nightlife & Music

The Tiny Circus Fire Show presents eight fire disciplines, including rare meteor hammer routines, in a 45-minute public performance.

Tanto Submission Grappling 3

· Fitness & Outdoors

Submission grappling competition featuring amateur and professional athletes at Hutton Moor Leisure Centre.

The Reggae Brunch - Newport - Sat 2nd May

· Nightlife & Music

A reggae and dancehall brunch event featuring live music and festive vibes in Newport.

Theatre Making Approaches Workshop - Neil Haigh

· Front Room · Culture & Arts

Actor and theatre maker Neil Haigh leads a workshop on innovative approaches to theatre making.

The Lilacs

· Nightlife & Music

The Lilacs perform a live music gig at Clwb Ifor Bach.

This is Your Musical

· Front Room · Nightlife & Music

A musical performance is set to take place at Front Room in Weston-super-Mare on 2 May 2026.

Sunday 3rd May

A Soul Sensation

· The Ship Inn · Nightlife & Music

A soul music performance returns to The Ship Inn, featuring beloved live tunes.

Improv For Confidence With Emma Keaveney-roys

· Front Room · Nightlife & Music

Emma Keaveney-Roys leads an improv workshop focused on building confidence at Front Room Weston-super-Mare.

Big Band Dance Extravaganza - in Aid of The Great Western Air Ambulance Charity

· The Pavilion · Nightlife & Music

A big band dance event at The Winter Gardens Pavilion Ballroom in support of the Great Western Air Ambulance Charity.

Not a Cult - Improv Comedy

· Front Room · Nightlife & Music

Improv comedy troupe Not A Cult performs live at Front Room in Weston-super-Mare.