The Ferocious Fiesta Returns!
PAPAYA Fest is back and ready to roar through Bristol from 11th to 19th October 2024! Get set for a vibrant collision of Latin American and British culture - with explosive theatre, live music, film, and talks packed into a heart-pounding lineup across The Wardrobe Theatre and Old Market Assembly.

Check out the full programme below

50 Ways To Kill A Slug
FRI 11/10 7:30pm £12/£10
Get ready for a hyper-sensory experience with Latinx rebels Spisto & Nastari. Expect dancing, fierce lip-syncing, and slime. Embrace queerness and radical slowness. ★★★★ - The LIST

PAPAYA Fest Opening Night Fiesta
FRI 11/10 10pm From £10+  
Fiesta like a true Bristolian!
A fiery live salsa gig by Indira Roman & Aji Pa Ti. DJs NGAIO & Azzy keep the heat up with booty-shaking sets. The ultimate tropical party awaits.

The Death & Life of All of Us
SAT 12/10 7:30pm £12/£10  
Victor Esses returns after a sold-out Soho debut. Through raw home videos, live music, and fearless storytelling, explore hidden family secrets, resilience, and the fight for belonging. ★★★★ Reviews Hub

Juicy Bits
SUN 13/10 3pm £5  
Local Bristolian and Latin American artists join forces to create daring 15-minute acts in just 48 hours. Experience live, international theatre in this thrilling showcase of spontaneous creativity.

Chile Estyle (FILM)
TUES 15/10 7pm £8
Discover Chile’s vibrant street art scene in this mesmerizing documentary. Stay for a Q&A with filmmaker Pablo Aravena and local artist PEKOE to explore the global graffiti movement’s impact. 

Bridging Feminist Frontiers
WEDS 16/10 7pm £5
A powerful evening where Afro-Colombian rhythms ignite an urgent exploration of feminist discourse. Engage in a dynamic dance workshop and a bold panel discussion on UK & Latin American feminism.

Letters To My Dead Mother
THURS 17/10 7:30pm £12/£10
Ana Borges delivers a deeply funny, heart-wrenching show that confronts grief with sequins and humor. Expect belly laughs, tears, and an immersive Day of the Dead ceremony. ★★★★ - Everything Theatre

Mad Women 
FRI 18/10 7:30pm £12/£10  
Explore the bipolar journeys of iconic artists Frida Kahlo, Violeta Parra, and Judith Marquez in gripping monologues. Stay for a private concert by renowned vocalist Gizelxanath Rodriguez. ★★★★ Latino Life

Súper Chefs
SAT 19/10 11am £10/£8
Join six-year-old Manny in an interactive musical adventure filled with fun, food, and Latin American culture. Help him save the day after a kitchen mishap. Perfect for kids aged 4-8. ★★★★ LITL

Jeezus!
SAT 19/10 7:30pm £12/£10  
A provocative musical comedy filled with hymns, bodily fluids, and divine chaos. Join the rowdy quest for queer love, before the raucous final PAPAYA Fest party!

Closing Night Fiesta
SAT 19/10 10pm From £10+  
Rising star Sophie Castillo unleashes a live gig, fusing fiery Colombian roots with edgy indie-pop vibes. DJs Ivicore and Hazel Marimba bring dembow and bass-heavy beats in a wild, unforgettable finale.

Multi buy ticket offer available if you buy tickets for 3 or more events - 15% OFF!