What's On / Bristol Concerts, Theatre & Dance / comedy

Bristol Comedy & Stand-Up Events

upcoming event

Bristol's Comedy Scene

Bristol is an essential stop-off in the UK comedy circuit. The Comedy Box is probably the city’s most prolific stand up promoter, regular shows bring crowds to The Hen and Chicken, The Tobacco Factory and Colston Hall’s ‘The Lantern’. In summer The Comedy Garden in Queens Square brings a who’s who in British comedy with past guests including Stewart Lee, Marcus Brigstocke, Mark Watson and Shappi Khorsandi. The Loco Club (beneath Temple Meads train station) is home to occasional stand up nights promoted by Bristol Underground Comedy. In the city centre alongside the headliners found at Colston Hall and Bristol Hippodrome, Riproar Comedy host stand-up every Friday and Saturday evening.

Buy tickets for comedy events in Bristol

Our recent comedy recommendations

The feral freaks of Untamed Burlesque are making their stunning return to the stage with a stacked lineup of legendary sexy beasts of the burlesque scene. With 'Plymouth's Sexiest Vegan', 'Dr. Frankenstein of the Fringe' and 'The Queen of Nerdlesque' all on the books, it's gonna be wet, wild'n'weird! Untamed Burlesque at Zed Alley.

They destroy ten, we plant a thousand! Part of BPFF 2026, Bristol Palestine Museum screens documentary Land of Canaan, exploring the destruction of Palestinian livelihoods and cultural heritage through a defiant grassroots farmers’ movement to protect the West Bank’s olive oil industry. Meditative, moving and quietly incendiary. Land of Canaan at Bristol Palestine Museum.

Translation is a fine and mysterious art. An art of unearthing, tracing, mapping, scrying, weaving, layering. Welcome Translators' House Press as they make their first forays into indie publishing, launching two new gorgeous riso-printed poetry chapbooks as part of their EBB residency from two linguistic sorcerers of the highest pedigree. Translators' House Press Launch Event: Angus Allman & Grace Calk at East Bristol Books.

You don't know how to dabke?! Don't panic, Marya Malas will lead you in this welcoming crash course in the gorgeous, buoyant Palestinian dance (w/ social and snacks too), so you can school your nan at your cousin's upcoming wedding. Dabke Dance Workshop & Social at The Jam Jar.

More Photos of Bristol Comedy & Stand-Up Events

What our editors say

“"Great night of comedy in Bristol! Been at both midweek and weekend shows and the comedians are so funny, vibes are great and room set up perfectly for comedy." - Phoebe, Google Local guide reviewer”
From: Joey Page: All I Wanna Do Is Just Have A Good Time

“"What a funny night! First time going to a comedy show, found myself in the front row put on the spot by the MC! Definitely will be back, loved every minute of it!" - Izabella, Google Local Guide reviewer”
From: Simon Wozniak: Cash Grab

“Tales From The Wasteland is an improvised post-apocalyptic adventure comedy. This twisted and talented cast of wastelanders will take a single suggestion from you and craft an entire narrative show with no pre-prepared characters, story or dialogue.”
From: Tales From The Wasteland: Post-Apocalyptic Improv

“Whether you’re a seasoned performer, a first-timer testing out new material, or just along for the ride, our open mic is all about great performances, good company and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Expect an ever-changing mix of live music, poetry, spoken word, comedy and the unexpected. Anything can happen once the mic is live!”
From: Ill Repute Open Mic Night

“After reaching the finals of Britain's Got Talent², Ted recreates the show he would have performed for the King at the Royal Variety Performance, alongside all his best PowerPoint comedy. Expect high-energy jokes, ridiculous visual effects, and (funny) graphs. ”
From: Ted Hill: 110% Weird