50 upcoming comedy events
Queer Open Mic
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 at 18:30
London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
An inclusive queer-friendly open mic at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre inviting performers of all kinds to take the mic—sing, speak, dance or perform in any style. No instruments required; a welcoming space to share art, build community, and inspire future acts in a safe, supportive setting.
Strong Woman – The Feel Good Experience
Thu, 13 Aug 2026
Leicester Square
Monica Hsueh brings her stand-up show 'Strong Woman – The Feel Good Experience' to Leicester Square; half-price tickets available.
Rhys James
Sat, 12 Sept 2026 at 21:00
British comedian Rhys James headlines a multi-venue stand-up tour in London, with performances at various venues from Sept 12, 2026 to Apr 23, 2027. Expect crisp observational humor, sharp timing, and intimate, club-style settings across the capital.
Fatiha El-Ghorri: Cockney Stacking Doll
Thu, 10 Sept 2026 at 20:30
Hackney Empire
Fatiha El-Ghorri brings Cockney Stacking Doll to Hackney Empire for her debut tour, delivering sharp wit and bold storytelling on London’s main stage. Fresh off Taskmaster and Mr Bigstuff buzz, she headlines a standout night of contemporary British stand-up.
Stand-up Comedy at The London Palladium
Sat, 12 Sept 2026 at 20:30
The London Palladium
Stand-up at the London Palladium brings razor-sharp jokes to a storied stage, with a West End vibe, glittering lights, and top comics testing fresh material.
Michael Spicer
Sat, 5 Sept 2026 at 21:00
Michael Spicer tours London venues from September to November 2026, delivering his razor-sharp storytelling and misdirection across multiple stages, a clever, punchy show that plays with perception.
Urzila Carlson
Wed, 9 Sept 2026 at 21:00
Urzila Carlson storms through London 09/09/2026-27/09/2026 across multiple venues, delivering sharp, fearless stand-up across the city's theatre and club stages.
Marine Leonardi: Mauvaise Graine
Sat, 12 Sept 2026
Hackney Empire
Marine Leonardi brings Mauvaise Graine to Hackney Empire for an evening of razor-sharp wit and dark humour. This stand-up show dissects modern frustrations with fearless honesty, set in London's iconic theatre for adults seeking provocative, entertaining comedy.
Nish Kumar: Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy
Fri, 18 Sept 2026 at 20:30
Hackney Empire
British political comedian Nish Kumar brings his Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy tour to Hackney Empire. Expect sharp, progressive stand-up dissecting current chaos with political bite, rapid-fire jokes, and thoughtful insights in a lively London venue.
Urzila Carlson - Fatty on a Yacht
Thu, 17 Sept 2026 at 20:30
The London Palladium
Urzila Carlson's Fatty on a Yacht sails into the London Palladium, a bold comedy cruise of sharp punchlines and sailor humor that anchors a big-stage show with fearless crowd work and big laughs.
Maisie Adam
Thu, 17 Sept 2026 at 21:00
Maisie Adam brings sharp stand-up across London from 17 September to 11 November 2026, bouncing between venues with crisp wit, lively energy and tickets that are selling fast.
Comedy at The London Palladium
Fri, 18 Sept 2026 at 20:30
The London Palladium
A night of live stand-up comedy at The London Palladium, featuring top acts in a historic West End theatre. Expect sharp jokes, bold storytelling, and big laughs in a venue famed for its iconic ambience and crowd-pleasing energy.
Tom Gilbey: Absolute Filth
Fri, 4 Sept 2026 at 20:30
Cadogan Hall
Tom Gilbey’s Absolute Filth lands at Cadogan Hall in London for razor‑sharp stand‑up in a classy, intimate setting, blending edgy wit with polished crowd‑pleasing charm.
Sindhu Vee: Swanky
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 at 20:30
The London Palladium
Sindhu Vee: Swanky at the London Palladium delivers sharp wit, fearless storytelling, and couture-comedy energy beneath the iconic proscenium, making every punchline feel unavoidable.
Flo & Joan
Sat, 19 Sept 2026 at 21:00
Various venues, London
Flo & Joan bring razor-sharp, character-driven comedy to London venues from 19 September to 18 November 2026, delivering sharp sketches and warm storytelling across multiple stages.
Adam Rowe: Fashionism
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 at 20:30
Hackney Empire
Adam Rowe brings Fashionism to Hackney Empire for an hour of sharp, crowd-pleasing stand-up. The Have A Word podcast host and Live At The Apollo star delivers his best hour yet with bold, observational humor in a classic theatre setting.
Tom Davis: Spudgun
Sat, 3 Oct 2026 at 20:30
The London Palladium
Tom Davis: Spudgun rockets through the London Palladium with razor-sharp wit and surreal storytelling, an audacious stand-up showcase in a gilded, storied theater that crackles with energy.
Susan Calman: Tall Tales
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 at 20:30
Hackney Empire
Susan Calman headlines Tall Tales at Hackney Empire in London on Oct 21, 2026. A brand-new stand-up show packed with funny, improbable stories and sharp observations that promise big laughs in an intimate theater setting.
Henning Wehn: Acid Wehn
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 at 16:30
Hackney Empire
German comedy icon Henning Wehn returns with Acid Wehn at Hackney Empire, delivering a sharp, funny take on climate change. With his trademark dry wit and astute observations, he turns a serious topic into provocative, entertaining stand-up in London.
Mike Bubbins
Sun, 20 Sept 2026 at 21:00
Various venues, London
Mike Bubbins headlines a London comedy tour across multiple venues, delivering sharp northern wit, crowd work, and mischief filled storytelling that keeps audiences laughing from show to show.
Maisie Adam: Whatsherface
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 at 19:30
Hackney Empire
Maisie Adam brings her brand-new stand-up show Whatsherface to Hackney Empire. Fresh from Taskmaster, A League Of Their Own, and Last One Laughing, she delivers sharp, observational comedy in a punchy London gig that lights up the city's comedy scene.
Seann Walsh: This Is Torture
Fri, 23 Oct 2026
Hackney Empire
Seann Walsh brings his chaos-and-charm act to Hackney Empire with a brand-new hour, This Is Torture. Expect sharp observational humor, personal stories, and an anxiety-soaked but hilariously relatable set from the London comic.
Harry Enfield and No Chums
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 at 19:30
The London Palladium
Harry Enfield and No Chums light up the London Palladium with sharp sketches and mischievous humor, reviving iconic characters for a gleefully anarchic night of top-tier British comedy.
First For Funny
Fri, 25 Sept 2026 at 20:30
Roundhouse
Join a night of fresh stand-up at Roundhouse in London for First For Funny. Expect sharp jokes, bold storytelling, and lively crowd-work in a historic venue.
Jacob Hawley
Thu, 1 Oct 2026 at 21:00
Jacob Hawley headlines a London run across multiple venues from Oct 1 to Nov 28, 2026, delivering dry-witted stand-up and observational comedy that zigzags through life, work, and everyday misadventures.
Lenny Henry: Still at Large
Tue, 3 Nov 2026 at 19:30
Hackney Empire
British comedian Lenny Henry discusses his life, career and what drives him today in an intimate evening at Hackney Empire. The talk offers candid stories from five decades in showbusiness, set in the theatre's classic London atmosphere.
Dylan Moran: Looking for Trouble
Wed, 2 Dec 2026 at 19:30
Cadogan Hall
Dylan Moran's Looking for Trouble hits Cadogan Hall, delivering sharp stand-up and witty storytelling in a grand London venue where dry humor meets elegant acoustics for a memorable night.
Ian Stone: Looking for the Wow
Fri, 20 Nov 2026 at 19:30
The Comedy Store
Ian Stone: Looking for the Wow at The Comedy Store in London, a sharp, fast-paced stand-up set where observational wit meets bold storytelling and a crowd-pleasing, high-energy finish.
International Stand Up Comedy, Covent Garden
Sat, 7 Nov 2026 at 20:30
Soho Comedy At 7 Dials
Laugh along at International Stand Up Comedy, Covent Garden, a night of laughter at Soho Comedy At 7 Dials in London. This international comedy showcase features award-winning comedians and TV stars.
Bill Bailey: Vaudevillean
Tue, 1 Dec 2026 at 20:00
Theatre Royal Haymarket
Bill Bailey brings his Vaudevillean show to Theatre Royal Haymarket in London, blending stand-up, music and multi-instrumental humor.
Kevin Bloody Wilson: Fair Dinkum Funny
Sat, 31 Oct 2026 at 20:00
London (various venues)
Kevin Bloody Wilson's Fair Dinkum Funny tours London October 6–31, 2026, across multiple venues, delivering cheeky Aussie humour, cracking guitar riffs, and rib-tickling tales that light up rooms.
Russell Howard
Sun, 29 Nov 2026 at 20:00
British comedian Russell Howard brings his stand-up tour to London on Nov 29, 2026, part of a year-long series across multiple venues.
Susan Calman
Sun, 22 Nov 2026 at 20:00
Various venues, London
Susan Calman brings sharp wit to London across multiple venues from Sept 7 to Nov 22, 2026, delivering witty storytelling, character-driven jokes, and inclusive humor as she tours the capital.
Ian Stone is “Looking for the Wow”
Mon, 23 Nov 2026 at 19:30
The Comedy Store
Ian Stone performs his new stand-up show 'Looking for the Wow' at The Comedy Store in London. A sharp, observational night of humor in a buzzing club, featuring crowd work and energetic punchlines.
Daniel Sloss
Sat, 28 Nov 2026 at 20:00
London (various venues)
Daniel Sloss brings razor-sharp Scottish wit to London stages across 2026, as his clever, boundary-pushing comedy hits a string of venues—from intimate rooms to grand theatres—delivering punchlines that bite and linger.
Jonathan Pie
Sun, 29 Nov 2026 at 20:00
London (various venues)
Jonathan Pie brings razor-sharp political satire to venues across London from September 1 to November 29, 2026, turning the city into a live newsroom where furious rants meet sharp wit and uproarious crowd reactions.
Phil Wang
Fri, 27 Nov 2026 at 20:00
London (various venues)
Phil Wang brings razor-sharp stand-up to London venues from 11 September to 27 November 2026, a multi-venue tour that mixes sly wit, cultural observations, and high-energy punchlines across intimate rooms.
Jack Carroll
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 at 20:00
Jack Carroll headlines across London from Feb 13 to Nov 12, 2026, weaving warm, sharp humor through various venues with funny, candid stories that charm families and gig-goers alike.
Kevin Bridges: Here If You Need Me
Thu, 28 Jan 2027 at 19:30
The London Palladium
Kevin Bridges: Here If You Need Me fields razor sharp Scottish storytelling at the London Palladium, blending cheeky social wit with warm heart and big stage crowd energy.
Romesh Ranganathan
Wed, 6 Jan 2027 at 20:00
London (various venues)
Romesh Ranganathan brings his sharp, gleefully maverick wit to multiple London venues from 6 January to 18 April 2027, delivering touring stand-up across intimate theatres and buzzing rooms.
Paul Smith
Fri, 27 Nov 2026 at 20:00
Paul Smith headlines a two-night London comedy run across multiple venues on 26–27 November 2026, delivering witty storytelling and punchlines with his signature warmth—tickets available now.
Jack Whitehall
Tue, 9 Feb 2027 at 20:00
London (various venues)
Jack Whitehall storms London stages in early 2027, delivering sharp, cheeky stand-up across multiple venues for a ticketed tour packed with wit, showmanship and crowd-roaring punchlines.
Clinton Baptiste
Tue, 2 Feb 2027 at 19:30
The London Palladium
Clinton Baptiste returns to the London Palladium for an evening of crowd-work, sharp one-liners, and uncanny clairvoyant humor. A live solo show featuring the iconic character, blending stand-up storytelling with theatre‑level timing in a lavish West End venue.
Alan Carr
Wed, 13 Jan 2027 at 20:00
Alan Carr headlines a year long comedy tour across London's varied venues, from intimate clubs to grand theatres, running 13 January 2027 through 4 December 2027 with his sharp banter and crowd work.
Tez Ilyas: Tez Things I Hate About You
Fri, 30 Oct 2026
Hackney Empire
British comedian Tez Ilyas brings his new stand-up tour to Hackney Empire. Expect sharp observational humor, cheeky takes on everyday life, and energetic delivery in a venue renowned for its intimate atmosphere.
Ed Gamble
Wed, 17 Mar 2027 at 19:30
The London Palladium
Ed Gamble headlines a stand-up comedy night at The London Palladium. Expect sharp observational humor, quick wit, and crowd-work in a classic London theatre setting.
Josh Pugh
Sun, 29 Nov 2026 at 20:00
John Bishop
Thu, 13 May 2027 at 21:00
John Bishop brings high-energy, observational humor to London venues on a sprawling tour from 29 April to 13 May 2027, weaving personal stories, cheeky crowd interactions, and bold punchlines across multiple stages.
Dylan Moran – Looking For Trouble
Fri, 28 May 2027
Alexandra Palace
Dylan Moran brings his Looking For Trouble tour to Alexandra Palace for a night of razor-sharp observational comedy. Expect Moran's signature dry wit, keen storytelling, and sharp crowd-work inside the historic London venue.
Alan Carr: Have I Said Too Much?
Wed, 27 Oct 2027 at 20:30
The London Palladium
Step into the glittering London Palladium for Alan Carr's Have I Said Too Much?, a sparkling stand-up night where razor-sharp jabs, cheeky anecdotes and warm audience banter light up the historic, chandelier-lit stage.