

# Art Events in Bristol, VA | Shows & Galleries

- **Subtitle**: Discover art and theatre events in Bristol, Virginia — gallery openings, exhibitions, plays and live shows. Find dates, venues and tickets near you.
- **Category**: Art
- **Display Name**: Arts events
- **Type**: category

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## About

<p>Art gives voice to the voiceless and fame to the ignored. You can learn various forms of art from dancing to sketching in Bristol. There are designated classes, drama workshops, and art events in Bristol for the same. If you just want to be a mere spectator you can attend theatre events and art exhibitions in Bristol too.</p>
<p>Ever wanted to volunteer in those nukkad, nataks or street shows? Wish to learn the basics of painting? Well, just explore through the art & theatre events in Bristol.</p>

## Art Events in Bristol

- **Event Name**: GREAT Theatre - A Christmas Carol at Paramount Center for the Arts - TN
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  - **Date**: Sun Nov 22 2026 – Sat Nov 28 2026 (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bristol/great-theatre-a-christmas-carol-at-paramount-center-for-the-arts-tn/2400030471928534
  - **Venue**: Paramount Center for the Arts - TN
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre, christmas
- **Event Name**: An Appalachian Christmas - A Twist on a Traditional Tale at Paramount Center for the Arts - TN
  - **Date**: Sun Dec 20 2026 at 02:30 pm – Sun Dec 20 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bristol/an-appalachian-christmas-a-twist-on-a-traditional-tale-at-paramount-center-for-the-arts-tn/2400030635464112
  - **Venue**: Paramount Center for the Arts - TN
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  - **Categories**: Art
- **Event Name**: Every Dream’s a Good Dream.
  - **Description**: Kick off the month of Hallow's Eve on State Street with the First Friday October opening reception for Ally Burke's solo exhibition, "Every Dream's a Good Dream"

w/ a live electronic music performance from Vision Charm &amp; Marcus AD
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  - **Date**: Fri Oct 02 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Oct 02 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bristol/every-dreams-a-good-dream/200030547972928
  - **Venue**: 509 State Street, Bristol, VA, United States, Virginia 24201
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  - **Categories**: first-friday, exhibitions
- **Event Name**: A Christmas Carol at Paramount Center for the Arts - TN
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri Dec 04 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bristol/a-christmas-carol-at-paramount-center-for-the-arts-tn/2400030432932137
  - **Venue**: Paramount Center for the Arts - TN
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  - **Categories**: Art
- **Event Name**: Rock n Roll Xmas Spectacular at Paramount Center for the Arts - TN
  - **Date**: Sun Dec 20 2026 at 02:00 pm – Tue Dec 22 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bristol/rock-n-roll-xmas-spectacular-at-paramount-center-for-the-arts-tn/2400030481042657
  - **Venue**: Paramount Center for the Arts - TN
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  - **Categories**: Art
- **Event Name**: Dragonfly Book Bar Presents an Afternoon with Barbara Kingsolver
  - **Description**: Dragonfly Book Bar Presents an Afternoon with Barbara Kingsolver

Join us on Saturday, November 7, 2:00pm at the Cameo Theatre in Bristol as we welcome bestselling author and Pulitzer Prize winner Barbara Kingsolver for the only local release event for he
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 07 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bristol/dragonfly-book-bar-presents-an-afternoon-with-barbara-kingsolver/200030689526839
  - **Venue**: Cameo Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art, music, literary-art, entertainment, workshops, theatre, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Amber Autry at Paramount Center for the Arts - TN
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 06 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri Nov 06 2026 at 11:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bristol/amber-autry-at-paramount-center-for-the-arts-tn/2400030065361940
  - **Venue**: Paramount Center for the Arts - TN
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  - **Categories**: Art
- **Event Name**: Featherweight
  - **Description**: Save the date for the First Friday November solo exhibition opening reception of Anna Buchanan's "Featherweight" 

w/ a live musical performance from JP Parsons

Annamarie Buchanan is a draftsperson living and working in Southwest Virginia. She graduated
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Fri Nov 06 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Nov 06 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bristol/featherweight/200030547973332
  - **Venue**: 509 State Street, Bristol, VA, United States, Virginia 24201
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  - **Categories**: art, exhibitions, fine-arts, first-friday, live-music, crafts

## Trending Events in Bristol

- **Event Name**: Martin Lawrence at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Bristol
  - **Venue**: Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Bristol
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- **Event Name**: YOU MAKE PRIDE: Unbreakable, Unshakeable, United. TriPride 2026 in Bristol!
  - **Description**: TriPride is back in Bristol for our 7th annual ticketed, FREE LGBTQ+ Pride Parade &amp; Festival! Follow us at https://linktr.ee/tripridetnAbout this Event🌈 Join us at our 2026 TriPride Parade &amp; Festival on October 10
  - **Venue**: Cumberland Square Park
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- **Event Name**: David Foster and Katharine McPhee at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Bristol
  - **Venue**: Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Bristol
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- **Event Name**: Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band
  - **Venue**: Paramount Bristol
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- **Event Name**: Lucinda Williams
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Paramount Bristol
🏠 Address: 518 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620
🌆 City: Bristol
📍 Location: 36.5947, -82.1826🌟 Be part of history at Lucinda Williams, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The pres
  - **Venue**: Paramount Bristol
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- **Event Name**: Lucinda Williams at Paramount Center for the Arts - TN
  - **Venue**: Paramount Center for the Arts - TN
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- **Event Name**: David Foster with Katharine McPhee (21+)
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Bristol
🏠 Address: 500 Gate City Hwy, Bristol, VA 24201
🌆 City: Bristol
📍 Location: 36.599, -82.2195✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at David Foster with Katharine McPhee (21+), where every mom
  - **Venue**: Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Bristol
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- **Event Name**: Righteous Brothers
  - **Description**: InformationMUST BE 21+ WITH VALID PHOTO ID. All sales final; no refunds. Doors open at 7PM. Reserved seating only - no standing room. ADA seating in Sections 101 - 103; contact box office for accommodations. Venue is smoke-free, no vapi
  - **Venue**: Hard Rock Live Bristol
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- **Event Name**: Slammedenuff Bristol Car Show 2026
  - **Description**: ​We are excited to announce our very first Slammedenuff Bristol!
This 2-Day event will take place at the Bristol Motor Speedway bringing you an upperclassmen showcase in the center of the oval speedway. 

October 3, 2026 - 1pm-6pm
October 4, 2026 - 1pm -
  - **Venue**: Bristol Motor Speedway
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Art events in Bristol?
  - **A:** GREAT Theatre - A Christmas Carol at Paramount Center for the Arts - TN (Sun Nov 22 2026 at Paramount Center for the Arts - TN), An Appalachian Christmas - A Twist on a Traditional Tale at Paramount Center for the Arts - TN (Sun Dec 20 2026 at 02:30 pm at Paramount Center for the Arts - TN), Every Dream’s a Good Dream. (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 06:00 pm at 509 State Street, Bristol, VA, United States, Virginia 24201), A Christmas Carol at Paramount Center for the Arts - TN (Fri Nov 20 2026 at 07:30 pm at Paramount Center for the Arts - TN), Rock n Roll Xmas Spectacular at Paramount Center for the Arts - TN (Sun Dec 20 2026 at 02:00 pm at Paramount Center for the Arts - TN).
- **Q**: What Art events are happening in Bristol this weekend October 2–4, 2026?
  - **A:** Every Dream’s a Good Dream. (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 06:00 pm at 509 State Street, Bristol, VA, United States, Virginia 24201).
- **Q**: How can I find Art events in Bristol?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Art events in Bristol on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Art events in Bristol?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Art events in Bristol?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Art events in Bristol include Paramount Center for the Arts - TN, 509 State Street, Bristol, VA, United States, Virginia 24201, Cameo Theatre.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Art events in Bristol?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Art events in Bristol include Vivid Events, HollerHouse, Dragonfly Book Bar.
- **Q**: Are there any online Art events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Art events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Art events in Bristol?
  - **A:** Follow the Art category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Art events are listed in Bristol.

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