What's On at Thekla, Bristol
Explore 124 concerts at Thekla in Bristol, United Kingdom.
About Thekla
Thekla is a live music venue in Bristol. Gigvault tracks every show that has happened here — setlists, attended bands and the fans who were there. Browse the venue's full concert history, see who recently played and find friends who were at the same show.
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Thekla on record
Gigvault documents 124 concerts at Thekla, spanning 2011 to 2026. The busiest year on record is 2026, with 45 shows. 112 different acts have played here, and BLACKGOLD has come back most often (2 times).
Thekla — Venue information
Step aboard Thekla, Bristol's legendary floating music haven, where the scent of salty air mingles with the thrum of bass beneath your feet. This repurposed cargo vessel pulsates with an electrifying energy, a gritty, intimate haven for everything from cutting-edge indie and post-punk to hip-hop and grime's freshest voices. The low ceilings and undulating deck amplify every riff and beat, creating an immersive, almost elemental connection between artist and audience. For decades, it's been the city's unwavering beacon for discovering tomorrow's headliners and reliving cult classics, a truly singular live experience unlike any other landlocked stage. Thekla isn't just a venue; it's a vital, rocking heart in Bristol's vibrant musical ecosystem.
Recent bands at Thekla
- The Deadlians
- Martin McAloon
- The Black Queen
- Peter Capaldi
- SLIFT
- The 900
- Jesus Jones
- daydreamers
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- Exchange
- O2 Academy
- BRISTOL ELECTRIC
- Rough Trade Bristol
- The Louisiana
- Strange Brew
- The Fleece
- The Prospect Building
Concerts at Thekla
- World News (UK) · 2026-10-22
- The Early November · 2026-10-18
- The Cinelli Brothers · 2026-10-11
- The Browning · 2026-10-26
- Pure Reason Revolution · 2026-11-01
- Punk Rock Factory · 2026-10-15
- Personal Trainer (NL) · 2026-10-24
- Nectar Woode · 2026-10-19
- Mould · 2026-10-29
- Lady Leshurr · 2026-10-20
- LSD and the Search for God · 2026-10-12
- John 5 · 2026-10-13
- Jake Vaadeland · 2026-10-21
- Ian Prowse · 2026-10-09
- Ian Prowse & Amsterdam · 2026-10-09
Concerts at Thekla by month
When Thekla was busiest, and who was on stage.
- May 2026 — 8 concerts: ALT BLK ERA, Dutch Criminal Record, Bears in Trees, Little Grandad, Prewn, Brògeal
- April 2026 — 3 concerts: Just Mustard, The Bros. Landreth, The Orb
- March 2026 — 5 concerts: Tom Speight, Callum Beattie, Madra Salach, Grey Daze, Mirrortalk
- January 2026 — 6 concerts: Freddie Halkon, Still In Love, Anna von Hausswolff, Kid Kapichi, Annisokay, The Cribs
- November 2025 — 4 concerts: PET NEEDS, Night Swimming, Ugly Ozo, Still Remains
- October 2025 — 3 concerts: The Men They Couldn’t Hang, earthtone9, Kira Mac
- September 2025 — 3 concerts: First Time Flyers, Dream State, Banks Arcade
- August 2025 — 2 concerts: La Sécurité, Kid Kapichi
- May 2025 — 5 concerts: girlpuppy, Girl Group, Prima Queen, Secret Affair, Alfie Jukes
- February 2025 — 7 concerts: Dutch Criminal Record, Night Swimming, She's in Parties, Future Palace, The Veils, Cold Years
- December 2024 — 2 concerts: Kishi Bashi, Michael Head & The Red Elastic Band
- November 2024 — 6 concerts: The Slow Readers Club, BLACKGOLD, Mallavora, Pitchshifter, Lake Malice, Alfie Templeman
- October 2024 — 2 concerts: Everyone Says Hi, Scarlet Rebels
- September 2024 — 3 concerts: The Men They Couldn’t Hang, LeBrock, Leanna Firestone
- July 2024 — 2 concerts: The March Violets, Black Coast
- May 2024 — 2 concerts: CATTY, Grey Daze
- February 2024 — 2 concerts: Ferris & Sylvester, Evil Scarecrow
- November 2022 — 2 concerts: Swim Deep, Stella Donnelly
Concerts at Thekla with setlists
The most recent shows here for which Gigvault holds a full song list.
- Altered Images — 2026-09-05, 21 songs played
- Coach Party — 2026-07-04, 17 songs played
- ALT BLK ERA — 2026-05-29, 14 songs played
- Dutch Criminal Record — 2026-05-24, 6 songs played
- Bears in Trees — 2026-05-24, 18 songs played
- Little Grandad — 2026-05-23, 7 songs played
- Prewn — 2026-05-23, 6 songs played
- Brògeal — 2026-05-23, 4 songs played
- Better Heaven — 2026-05-23, 1 song played
- My First Time — 2026-05-21, 9 songs played
Track your Thekla shows
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Frequently asked questions
What concerts are coming up at Thekla?
All upcoming shows at Thekla in Bristol, United Kingdom are listed live at the top of this page – including tour dates, headliners and support acts.
Who has played at Thekla?
The full concert history of Thekla – from setlists to past headliners – is in the "Past Shows" section. Setlists are pulled automatically from setlist.fm and the Gigvault community.
How do I track which shows I've been to at Thekla?
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Where do I find the setlist of my show at Thekla?
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Is Gigvault free for Thekla?
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