‘The World A Wave’ is the theme for the second edition of Bristol Photo Festival, the
international biennial of contemporary photography, which will open in autumn 2024
(the opening week is 16 - 20 October 2024). The Festival programme focuses upon a
world in constant motion; where the social, political and environmental conditions of
shared life are always changing and becoming otherwise. Drawing on the success of its
first edition in 2021 which drew over 200,000 visitors, the dynamic festival,
internationally focused but locally grounded, delivers long-term engagement and
education programmes engaging with culturally underserved communities and places.
Exhibitions are held in the city’s major visual arts institutions alongside independent and
unconventional spaces, all accompanied by a wide events programme engaging with
multiple aspects of the city of Bristol. All exhibitions are free with donations welcome.
