# Event Details - **Event Name**: Summer Preview Evening - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for the summer preview of Arnolfini exhibitions: Jonathan Baldock: Held and Polly Braden: Against the Tide.About this EventBe among the first to explore both exhibitions and help us mark an exciting new chapter at Arnolfini with the opening of our Café Bar partnership with Wiper and True and FED.Expect an evening of art, conversation and celebration, featuring a live DJ, a special dance performance, and opening speeches from exhibiting artists Jonathan Baldock and Polly Braden.Whether you're a long-time supporter, a first-time visitor or simply looking for an inspiring way to spend a summer evening, we'd love you to join us.Free entry. All are welcome. RSVP via Eventbrite. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/164ed310-6fbe-11f1-b417-3b90d0074d1b-rimg-w1139-h740-dc767677-gmir.jpg Jonathan Baldock: Held27 June - 27 September 2026Known for his striking installations, Jonathan Baldock combines ceramics, textiles and sound to create environments that are both playful and thought-provoking. His work draws on folklore, traditional craft and personal history, shaped by skills passed down through generations of making.Held features a monumental wild bear sculpture, commissioned by Arnolfini. It invites visitors into a direct physical encounter — not to be held, but to hold us.Polly Braden: Against the Tide27 June - 27 September 2026Known for her intimate, long-term collaborations, Polly Braden’s work focuses on overlooked communities and social issues, and her distinctive style combines quiet observation with deep empathy.Against the Tide is a project led by Braden in collaboration with journalist Lisa Bachelor as part of The Guardian's Seascape series. The pair have spent more than a year visiting coastal locations, talking to young people about their lives and what matters to them. The result is a layered picture of coastal England today that goes beyond the usual, negative portrayals and which shines a light on the hope that is sometimes hidden from public view. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bristol/summer-preview-evening/100001989539243434 - **Event Categories**: exhibitions, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Arnolfini - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Bristol - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Arnolfini - **lat**: 51.4493293 - **long**: -2.597445999999991 - **full address**: Arnolfini, 16 Narrow Quay, Bristol, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Summer Preview Evening - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/391eebe3caa2ade1b9c8c636db47747f81e99f8011f24313adf5f043d0f115be-rimg-w1200-h800-dc48321b-gmir.jpg?v=1779008182 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Summer Preview Evening being held? - **A:** Summer Preview Evening takes place on Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Arnolfini, 16 Narrow Quay, Bristol, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Summer Preview Evening? - **A:** Summer Preview Evening is organized by Arnolfini. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Summer Preview Evening is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bristol, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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