Garage music is experiencing a renaissance period in Bristol right now. The popularity of dubstep has given rise to a new breed of garage enthusiast keen to explore both the genre's roots and its modern incarnations.
UK funky has taken the mantle of garage and added grime elements and vocals to bring the sound up date and into today's electro-centric party landscape. Contemporary garage and UK funky often finds it's way into sets from alternative dubstep djs at Bristol dubstep nights like Apple Pips, Donuts and Crazy Legs.
Buy tickets for garage events in Bristol
What our editors say
“Now in 2025, with a string of packed-out shows and fresh releases under his belt, BL3SS is bringing his signature sound to Clock Factory Bristol. Expect high-energy dance music including house and garage. Tickets start at just £5.”
From: BL3SS • Bristol
“Join us for a night dedicated to the sounds of drum & bass and UK garage, bringing together two iconic scenes under one roof. Be prepared for extensive mix of genres including jungle, 140 and bassline.”
From: Prima Soundscapes
“But all good things must come to an end and on Friday 16th of May, they will be transforming the Motion main room into a circus wonderland one last time...multiple rooms and sound systems playing the biggest and best of underground house, garage, disco, dnb and much more. With sideshows and surprises around every corner this is a party like no other. Get lost and discover your dark side while you run away with the circus…”
From: Cirque Du Soul: One Last Dance
“Joining him are Irish duo Obskür, whose infectious blend of house and garage has made waves across the scene, alongside Elliot Schooling & Liam Palmer, the masterminds behind Appetite, delivering their signature groove-driven selections.”
From: Motion Closing Series: Joseph Capriati, Obskür