10 fun things to do in Bristol this week

Hello? Spring? Is that you? The sun has finally decided to show its face and if you fancy something to do other than lolling around the harbour pretending to be on holibobs, here’s our pick of the best Bristol fun this week

Record Store Day, various venues, Sat Apr 18
Our handy guide to where to have a few drinks, catch some in-store performances, make some new buddies, buy some records and generally support Bristol’s amazing indies.

Bespoked, Brunel’s Old Station, Apr 17-19, £10 adv, £25 weekend pass (includes free admission to Arnolfini)
Europe’s leading handmade bicycle show is the place to check out everything from handmade frames to clothing and accessories from the world’s most talented independent makers and designers; a sister event sets up shop in the Arnolfini.

Bump Rollerdisco, Trinity Centre, Fri Apr 17, £7-£11 (skates available for hire)
Music + rollerskating. What could possibly go wrong? Find out on Friday (at your own risk, of course) and if it all gets too much there’s always the classic ‘loiter at the bar’ option.

Nadine Shah, Exchange, Fri Apr 17, £10
The alternative singer and songwriter brings her stirring sound to Bristol, with influences spanning Nick Cave, Nina Simone, PJ Harvery, Tori Amos, The Beach Boys and others.

Stormzy, Thekla, Thu Apr 16, £8.50
The south London MC has been hotly tipped as one of the brightest lights among grime's new wave of on-mic talent – catch him before he blows up.

Not So Firm As Faded Ink, Centrespace, until Apr 22, Free
This touring exhibition from Nicola Dale questions and visualises the new age of knowledge in a digital world.

Have a drink outside 
We like to call the weather at this time of year ‘sunpredictable’ – hunt down a great pub by the water and dose yourself up with sunshine while you can.

Open for Business, M Shed, until Sun Jun 21, Free
Nine internationally renowned documentary photographers (including Bristol-based Martin Parr) photographed over 100 workplaces of all sizes to consider the impact of British manufacturing on regional culture and community.

The Art of Cocktail Creation, Harvey Nichols Second Floor Bar; Tue Apr 14, Apr 18-19, £25
Set yourself up for summer by learning some mixology skills at this bar known for creating some of the best cocktails in Bristol.

While We're Young, various venues
Generations clash in this witty comedy, starring Ben Stiller and Naomi Watts as mid-40-somethings with smugly settled mates.​