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One of Bristol’s most beloved community events, Story Slam is the place to hear and share true stories live on stage


Hosted on the third Sunday of each month, Story Slam has played host to over 1,800 storytellers over the course of its history, and celebrate their 10th anniversary in 2024. Each show has its own theme and is hosted by a collection of compassionate compères who guide the audience through stories ranging from the hilarious and triumphant to the heart-breaking and tragic.

And you can now also enjoy a show spin-off, Story Slam: After Dark. An 18+ edition of the show dedicated to sharing stories of sexual encounters of all kinds.

All stories at Story Slam are told by volunteers from the audience. Simply come along on the day and put your name in the hat for a chance to tell a story, or just come along and enjoy listening to everyone else’s.

The show also has an accompanying podcast so you can enjoy the show wherever you are. Simply search ‘Story Slam Bristol’ in your podcast app of choice.

You’re never quite sure what you’re going to hear at Story Slam, which is why it’s one of the most popular long running shows in the city.

  • Dates: Sun 19th May 2024 & Monthly Sundays
  • Show time: 2pm
  • Tickets: £8 (£5 conc.)
  • Running Time: 2 hours & 30 mins (with interval)
  • Suitable for: Ages 14+
  • Spoken Word
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  • Running Time: 2 hours & 30 mins (with interval)
  • Suitable for: Ages 14+
  • Connect with the artist:

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Sun 12th May 2024 & Monthly

7pm £8 (£5 conc.)

A special 18+ edition of Bristol’s true storytelling show

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Sun 2nd June & Quarterly Sundays

7pm £8

Join your host Tom Rolfe for an unpredictable and heart-warming night of amateur comedy, true stories and bad powerpoint presentations

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Mon 27th May 2024 & Every Other Monday

7.30pm £12 (£7 for members of 'Neighbourhood Watch' - free to join)

The unconventional and uplifting comedy hit of Bristol

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Choose a date

Sun 19th May
2:00 pm
£8 (£5 conc.)
Sun 15th September
2:00 pm
£8 (£5 conc.)
Sun 20th October
2:00 pm
£8 (£5 conc.)
Sun 24th November
2:00 pm
£8 (£5 conc.)
Sun 15th December
2:00 pm
£8 (£5 conc.)

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