Upcoming Opportunities & Events: Autumn 2026
Autumn is here!
With the changing seasons, why not try something new?
There’s plenty of fun activities, programmes and events running that can help you re-engage, explore your options, or learn new skills.
There are also lots of Open Days & Events during this period – it’s never to early to start thinking about September!
We will be updating this page as more events are organised, so keep an eye out for new additions!
Here are some FREE opportunities and events happening over the next few months:
Boost Your Future: Drop-In Sessions
What: Come and meet the team, find out more information about Boost Your Future, and sign up at one of our local drop-in enrolment sessions.
When: Monday 7, Tuesday 8, Wednesday 9 September 2026, 10am-3pm
Where:
North Bristol: Ambition Lawrence Weston, BS11 0PZ
South Bristol: 224 Youth Zone, BS4 1GQ
Who: 16-18 year olds not in education, employment, or training
Link: Boost Your Future – Bristol Post 16
South Bristol Youth Guarantee
What: 1:1 career coaching, employability training, work experience, further support
When: All year!
Where: South Bristol – BS3, BS4, BS13, BS14 postcode areas
Who: 17-21 year olds who are unemployed or out of education
Link: South Bristol Youth Guarantee – Employment, Skills and Learning
Bristol Rovers Community Trust: BTEC Open Event
What:Our BTEC Open Evenings give prospective learners and their parents or guardians the opportunity to learn more about our BTEC courses (Level 2 and Level 3), meet the education team, explore our facilities and discover how Bristol Rovers can support their educational and personal development.
When: Thursday 17 September 2026, 7pm-8pm
Where: Memorial Stadium, Filton Avenue
Who: 13-17 year olds
Link: Education | Shop
National Apprenticeship Show
What:The National Apprenticeship Show covers all levels of Apprenticeships, from entry level to higher and degree. This FREE event offers visitors a chance to engage, face-to-face, with some of the regions top Apprenticeship employers and providers.
When:
Tuesday 22 September 2026 10:00 – 14:30
Wednesday 23 September 2026 10:00 – 14:00
Where: Ashton Gate Stadium, Ashton Rd, Bristol BS3 2EJ
Who: Any age
Link: West of England – The National Apprenticeship Show
Nature Youth Connection and Education: The Green Dive
What: Try out Bricklaying, Roofing & Groundworks, meet our tutors, look around the training centre & ask all the questions you have about starting an apprenticeship.⠀
When: October to July
Where: The first session will be at The Pickle Factory, Easton, BS5 0HH and include some trips
Who: 18-25 year olds but also open to younger ages
Link: The Green Dive – I’m interested
Greenlight Training: Open Day
What: Try out Bricklaying, Roofing & Groundworks, meet our tutors, look around the training centre & ask all the questions you have about starting an apprenticeship.⠀
When: Friday 2 October 2026, 10am-1pm
Where: 193 South Liberty Lane, Bedminster, BS3 2SZ⠀
Who: 16-18 year olds
Link: Open Event & Tours – CLF Post 16
City of Bristol College: Open Event
What: Speak to lecturers across different curriculum areas, take a look around the college campus, and ask all the important questions to help you make the right decision for your future.
When: Saturday 3 October 2026, 10am-1pm
Where: All campuses
Who: Any age
Link: 3 October – Open Event – City of Bristol College
St Brendan’s Sixth Form College: Open Day
What: Explore curriculum areas and speak to staff, look around campus, and ask questions to help you make the right decision for your future.
When: Saturday 3 October 2026, 09:30am-1:30pm
Where: St Brendan’s Sixth Form College
Who: Any age
Link: Open Day: Saturday 3rd October 2026 > Open Events | St Brendan’s Sixth Form College
Boomsatsuma: Open Days
What:Explore our creative spaces, cutting-edge tech, and meet our expert staff.
When/Where:
Tues 6 October, 6pm-8pm: Creative & Digital Media, Sports Media Production, and Game Design & Development at Beacon View, BS1 5AP
Wed 7 October, 6pm-8pm: Art & Design / Photography at Portland Square, BS2 8ST
Thurs 8 October, 6pm-8pm: Film & TV at The Bottleyard Studios, BS14 0BH
Who: Any age
Link: Open Days – College – Boomsatsuma
Bristol City Robins Foundation: BTEC Open Evening
What: Thinking about your next steps after school? Come along and discover how Bristol City Robins Foundation can help you turn your passion for sport into your future!
When: Tuesday 6 October 2026, 6:30pm
Where: Ashton Gate Stadium
Who: Y10 & Y11 age young people
Link: Book an Open Event
City of Bristol College: A Level Open Event
What: This event is tailored to showcase our A Level offering, and what makes City of Bristol College stand out from a more traditional study environment.
When: Tuesday 6 October 2026, 5pm-7pm
Where: College Green Centre, BS1 5UA
Who: Y11s
Link: 6 October 2026 – A Level Open Event – City of Bristol College
Off The Record: Woodcraft, Wellbeing and Wilding
What: 8 week programme in partnership with Bristol Tree Craft. It’s a mixture of learning traditional woodcraft, exploring nature connection, getting creative, playing games, being social and hanging out in nature on the farm.
When: Wednesday afternoons, 2-5pm: Wednesday 7 October to Wednesday 25 November 2026
Where: Bridge Farm (near J2 of the M32)
Who: 16-25 year olds
Link: Woodcraft, Wellbeing and Wilding – OTR
Off The Record: The Tyntesfield Connect
What: 5 sessions of nature connection, art and creativity, green woodworking, graffiti, storytelling and exploring Tyntesfield’s history. In partnership with National Trust, Somerset Bodger, and Botanical Vandals.
When: Thursdays, 10am-3pm. Starting Thursday 8 October until Thursday 12 November 2026
Where: Tyntesfield House – free transport available
Who: 16-25 year olds
Link: The Tyntesfield Connection
CLF Post 16: Open Evening
What: Hear from Head of School, explore the site, speak to staff, and apply.
When: Thursday 8 October 2026, 4:30pm-7:30pm
Where: CLF Post 16, Woodside Road, BS15 8BD
Who: 16-18 year olds
Link: Open Event & Tours – CLF Post 16
SGS College: Open Day
What: Explore the diverse study programmes at SGS College, with courses starting in September 2027.
When: Saturday 10 October 2026, 1oam – 3pm
Where: All SGS Campuses
Who: Any age
Link: Open Day
Bristol Academy of Media: Open Day
What: Thinking about studying Film & TV, Media, Games, Animation, Esports or Sports Media? Come and see what life at Bristol Academy of Media is really like!
When: Saturday 10 October 2026, 1oam – 3pm
Where: SGS College WISE Campus, Stoke Gifford, Bristol
Who: Any age
Link: Open Day
Bristol Grammar School: Open Evening
What: The best way to discover exactly what makes Bristol Grammar School such a special place is to come and visit us, explore BGS and meet our staff and pupils.
When: Monday 12 October 2026, 5pm-7:15pm
Where: Bristol Grammar School, University Road, BS8 1SR
Who: 16-18 year olds
Link: Bristol Grammar School | a leading independent school for girls and…
Bristol School of Acting: Open Evening
What: Find out more about our Level 3 Extended Diplomas in Professional Acting and Musical Theatre
When: Thursday 15 October 2026, 5pm-6:30pm or 7pm-8:30pm
Where: Bristol School of Acting, Silver Street, Bristol BS1 2AG
Who: 16-18 year olds
Link: BSA Open Days – Acting | Bristol School of Acting | Bristol, England
Access Creative College: Open Day
What: Explore our facilities, meet tutors, find out more about our courses and get all the info you need to make your next move.
When: Saturday 17 October 2026
Where: All Saints’ Street, BS1 2LZ
Who: 16-18 year olds
Link: Open Day – 17th October 2026 – Access Creative College
Trinity Academy: Open Event
What: Open events are designed for students and parents considering applying for a 6th form place for September 2027.
When: Tuesday 20 October 2026, 5pm-8pm
Where: Trinity Academy, Romney Avenue, Lockleaze, BS7 9BY
Who: Young People and Parents
Link: Trinity Academy 6th Form 2027 Open Event Tickets, Tuesday, October 20 • 5 PM – 7:30 PM | Eventbrite
Our City, Your Jobs: Recruitment Event
What: Come along and speak to many of Bristol’s biggest employers to find out about live jobs and vacancies, courses and other exciting opportunities they all have to offer.
When: Tuesday 20 October, 3pm-6:30pm
Where: Conference Hall, City Hall, Bristol City Council, College Green, BS1 5TR
Who: Any age
Link: Our City, Your Jobs Tickets, Tuesday 20 October • 3 PM – 6:30 PM | Eventbrite
Next Level Training: Open Day
What: You can chat to the team, have a look around our Bristol office and find out more about opportunities in: Business Administration, Customer Service, Marketing, Business Academy
When: Friday 30 October 2026, 10am
Where: Reflections Training Academy/Next Level Training, 15a Colston Street, BS1 5AP
Who: 16-18 year olds
Link: Next Level Training | Our Events, Enrichment, and Open Days
Reflections: Open Day
What: Find out how to get your Full-Time Programme or Apprenticeship Hairdressing & Barbering career kick-started!
When: Friday 30 October 2026, 10am
Where: Reflections Training Academy/Next Level Training, 15a Colston Street, BS1 5AP
Who: 16-18 year olds
Link: Open Days – Reflections Training Academy
Square Food Foundation: How To Be A Chef
What: A free 12 week course offering practical kitchen skills and work experience opportunities, perfect for those interested in a career in hospitality
When: Wednesday 4 November 2026 – Thursday 4 Feb 2027 (term-time) – Wednesdays & Thursdays, 9:45am-4pm
Where: Square Food Foundation, The Park Centre, Daventry Road, BS4 1DQ
Who: 16-25 year olds not in education, employment or training
Link: How to be a chef
SGS College: Open Day
What: Explore the diverse study programmes at SGS College, with courses starting in September 2027.
When: Saturday 14 November 2026, 1oam – 3pm
Where: All SGS Campuses
Who: Any age
Link: Open Day
Bristol Academy of Media: Open Day
What:Thinking about studying Film & TV, Media, Games, Animation, Esports or Sports Media? Come and see what life at Bristol Academy of Media is really like!
When: Saturday 14 November, 1oam – 3pm
Where: SGS College WISE Campus, Stoke Gifford, Bristol
Who: Any age
Link: Open Day
Avon and Somerset Police: Insights Into Policing
What: Speak to lecturers across different curriculum areas, take a look around the college campus, and ask all the important questions to help you make the right decision for your future.
When: Wednesday 18 & Thursday 19 November 2026
Where: Bridewell Police Station, Bristol, BS1 2AA
Who: 18+ and not in education, employment or training.
Link: Register Interest Here
City of Bristol College: Open Event
What: Speak to lecturers across different curriculum areas, take a look around the college campus, and ask all the important questions to help you make the right decision for your future.
When: Thursday 19 November 2026, 5:30pm-7:30pm
Where: All campuses
Who: Any age
Link: November 19 – Open Event – City of Bristol College
Bristol Post 16 Team: Career Coach Drop Ins
What: 1:1 support sessions to explore post 16 options including education, employment, apprenticeships, or training
When: Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:00am-4:00pm
Where:
Wednesdays:
The Launchpad, The Galleries Shopping Centre, Broadmead BS1 3XD
Docklands Community Centre, 29 Brigstocke Rd, BS2 8UA
Fridays:
The Launchpad, The Galleries Shopping Centre, Broadmead BS1 3XD
No need to book, just drop in and discuss your post 16 options with our team!
