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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.

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Our recent comedy recommendations

Sell out warning! The arch-cinephiles at Forbidden Worlds pack their toothpaste, wooden stakes and black gloves for a European Slaycation! Celebrating continental horror excellence with the giallo excesses of Blood And Black Lace & Deep Red, parasitic Francophile gore-fest Bad Blood + the morally wrenching Who Can Kill A Child. Expect rare-screenings, illuminating cultural introductions and lots of on-screen ketchup. FORBIDDEN WORLDS: THE BIG SCREAM - EUROPEAN SLAYCATION - FESTIVAL PASSES at Bristol Megascreen.

Deep Red is an underrated Argento masterpiece that paints its themes in scarlet and slaughter. David Hemmings plays a jazz musician who becomes entangled in a bloody mystery, surrounded by lurid imagery, disturbing killings and cryptic hints, set to Goblin’s twitchy, hypnotic score. Beware the children’s song.... DEEP RED at Bristol Megascreen.

For anyone fascinated by eccentric thinkers, mysticism and the paranormal, it's time to get acquainted with Colin Wilson. This mammoth 6 hour screening is the definitive guide to the life of the self-taught philosopher, literary outsider and founder of ‘new existentialism’, who went from sleeping on the streets to penning 100+ consciousness-expanding tomes. Colin Wilson: His Life and Work at The Cube.

Fresh from the Summer Fair afterglow, the green pastures of St Werburghs are spoiling us again with their autumn blowout! Featuring Karyo's ska-inflected rap-rock, Georgian polyphonic choir + storytelling, ceillidh, local produce, kids activities and general summery frolicking. St Werburghs City Farm Autumn Fair 2026 at Boiling Wells, St Werburgh's City Farm.

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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: Harriet Dyer: Easily Distra..

“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

“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

“Looking for a good time and a great night out? Look no further! Bristol's freshest comedy night brings the best acts in the country right into the beating heart of Bristol. Expect TV names, local legends, club classics, but above all - expect it to be bloody funny.”
From: The Hedgehog Comedy Club

“"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: Jack Barry: Let’s Get Barried