Most Popular Comedy in Manchester
Sun 28 Jun 2026 - Fri 28 May 2027
Sun 21 Mar - Sun 25 Apr 2027
First Thursday Comedy
Thursday 2 July - Thursday 1 October 2026
Comedy in a Van present an hilarious evening of top quality comedy on the first Thursday of every month. Click for acts on specific dates. ...
Chorlton Comedy Club
Friday 3 July 2026
Chorlton's longest running comedy night moved from the Irish Club in 2020 and changed it's name to Chorlton Comedy Club in the process. Brought to you by Comedy in a Van, you can expect the very best in live stand up from the UK and abro...
Manford's Comedy Club
Friday 3 July - Friday 18 December 2026
Bringing the best comedians to a theatre near you. Every show has a different line-up of four top comedians, all chosen by Jason Manford! Many comedians from TV plus the best of the UK and International comedy circuit. Live at the Apollo.. ...
Josh Johnson
Saturday 4 July 2026
With over 7 million followers across his social media, Josh Johnson was recently called "the funniest guy on the internet" by WIRED and is a star on the rise. The Emmy-nominated writer, stand-up comedian, actor, and NAACP award-winner from ...
Roy Chubby Brown
Saturday 4 July 2026
Roy Chubby Brown's rude, crude and rip-roaring brand of comedy is world renowned. Performing his own unique style of stand-up since the 190s, Chubby's belly-busting banter has never held back from sharing his outlandish views on news, wome...
MC Hammersmith
Saturday 4 July 2026 - Sunday 4 July 2027
MC Hammersmith (posh West London's leading freestyle rapper with over half a billion views online) presents his new show: 'Ice Ice Nepo Baby' When MC Hammersmith turned 18, his parents (MC Hammer and Vanilla Ice) shockingly revelaed h...
Jarlath Regan
Saturday 4 July 2026 - Saturday 5 June 2027
Ireland's favourite comedian/Mammy translator, Jarlath Regan returns with his brand new 2027 standup show "Craic Pot." Known for his viral online sketches and razor-sharp observations of Irish life, Jarlath brings 90 minutes of brand new, n...
Paul Bishop Comedy Hypnotist
Saturday 4 July 2026
GET READY FOR A NIGHT OF LAUGHTER, HYPNOSIS & PURE ENTERTAINMENT Paul Bishop Comedy Hypnotist is coming to Elevation 13 for a night you w...
Scott Bennett
Sunday 5 July 2026 - Wednesday 17 February 2027
As heard on BBC Radio 4!As a society we love stuff, it's a statement about who we are and who we want to be. But apparently, this message is at odds with the looming environmental crisis. We're now struggling to balance these worlds, to foc...
Michael Legge live
Sunday 5 July 2026
Michael is a legend of the comedy circuit, a seasoned headliner and multi award winning comedian. There's not much Michael hasn't done comedy wise...
David Sedaris
Monday 6 July 2026
With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, David Sedaris has become one of America's pre-eminent humour writers. He is the master of satire and one of today's most observant writers addressing the human condition, and has made us ...
Thespians - Greece The Musical (But not that one)
Tuesday 7 - Saturday 18 July 2026
MISCHIEF, the team behind the multi award-winning The Play That Goes Wrong, rewrite ancient history with a brand-new musical comedy, THESPIANS, the first musical created by 'the funniest theatre troupe in Britain' (The Telegraph). 534 BC....
Thespians - Greece The Musical (But not that one)
Tuesday 7 - Saturday 18 July 2026
MISCHIEF, the team behind the multi award-winning The Play That Goes Wrong, rewrite ancient history with a brand-new musical comedy, THESPIANS, the first musical created by 'the funniest theatre troupe in Britain' (The Telegraph). 534 BC....
Judge Jackie - Disorder in the Court
Tuesday 7 - Friday 10 July 2026
Musical comedy justice is about to be served! Judge Jackie rules her courtroom with an iron fist, presiding over a series of chaotic (and downright bizarre) cases on American TV. She's queen of the screen until her stardom's threatened by...
Aarian Mehrabani - The Blind Guy's Hosting A Comedy Night?
Wednesday 8 July 2026
For 25 years, Lowry has welcomed some of the UK's most exciting comedy talent, bringing audiences brilliant nights full of energy, charm and non-stop silliness. Now, in collaboration with comedian Aarian Mehrabani, they are delighted to be...
Peter Kay
Thursday 9 - Saturday 11 July 2026
BOLTON - THIS ONE'S FOR YOU! Comedy legend Peter Kay is set to return home to the Albert Halls for four very special hometown shows in July 2026, his first performances at the venue in over 20 years. Taking to the very stage where he record...
Stewart Lee
Friday 10 - Saturday 11 July 2026
In this brand new show, "the world's greatest living stand-up comedian" (The Times) shares his stage with a tough-talking werewolf comedian from the dark forests of North America who hates humanity. The Man-Wulf lays down a ferocious comedy...
'Allo 'Allo Comedy Train
Friday 10 July - Friday 9 October 2026
'Allo! 'Allo! This is nighthawk calling! Listen very carefully, we shall say this only once! Renѐ was hoping for a quiet night in his humble little cafe in Nouvion, but things aren't quite going according to plan. The Resistance wants to u...
An Evening with Ricky Tomlinson
Friday 10 - Saturday 11 July 2026
In conversation about his life and career, with BBC Radio Merseyside presenter and established singer and entertainer Asa Murphy, Eric "Ricky" Tomlinson is an English actor (and former plasterer) best known for his television roles as Bobby...
Manford's Comedy Club
Friday 10 July - Friday 6 November 2026
Bringing the best comedians to a theatre near you. Every show has a different line-up of four top comedians, all chosen by Jason Manford! Many comedians from TV plus the best of the UK and International comedy circuit. Live at the Apollo.. ...
Bitches in Stitches
Friday 10 July - Friday 11 September 2026
Manchester newest and best female only act night. Everyone welcome for laughs That Friday night serotonin high you're after...
Roy Chubby Brown
Saturday 11 July 2026
Roy Chubby Brown's rude, crude and rip-roaring brand of comedy is world renowned. Performing his own unique style of stand-up since the 190s, Chubby's belly-busting banter has never held back from sharing his outlandish views on news, wome...
Saddleworth Comedy Club
Saturday 11 July 2026
4 top class comedians deliver their finest at Uppermill Civic Hall - Plus World Cup Football on the big screen...
Reginald D Hunter + Emmanuel Sonubi + Andre Vincent
Sunday 12 July 2026
Reginald D Hunter Since his arrival in the UK Reginald's searingly honest observations both onstage and on TV have garnered him a cross-generational fan base. During that time, he has become one of the comedy industry's best-known performer...
Bolton Comedy Walking Tour
Sunday 12 July 2026
After a successful response in 2024 the Bolton's History of Comedy Walk returns this year for another two rambles. Yes, an hour walk of the town while chronicling the comedy moments of days gone by: city landmarks associated with major even...
Ed Byrne
Monday 13 July 2026
Irish comic Ed Byrne is heading out on tour in 2027 with a new show provisionally titled "No Dramas" A TV household name, appearing on Mock The Week (BBC), Top Gear (BBC), QI (BBC),Live At The Apollo (BBC) and The Pilgrimage (BBC), the I...
The Spooky Men's Chorale
Monday 13 July 2026
As thunderous as a herd of wildebeest, as sly as a wagonload of Spike Milligans, and as sonorous as a cloister of monks, the Spooky Men's Chorale are the gift that keeps on giving. Formed by spookmeister Stephen Taberner in New South Wales ...
Rachel Fairburn + Harry Stachini
Wednesday 15 July 2026
A comedy headline double bill. Following her hugely successful 'Side Eye' tour, Rachel Fairburn (BBC Two's Live at the Apollo, All Killa No Filla) is heading out on her new 'Vexy Beasts' UK tour from 3rd October 2026. Come join her as she w...
Lucy Beaumont
Thursday 16 July 2026
Lucy Beaumont has had quite the year. She lost a contestant £79,000 on The Wheel, forgot to revise for Mastermind, and generally confirmed she's terrible at quiz shows. So she's sticking with what she does best - this autumn, she's back ...
Jess Robinson - Elton Reimagined
Friday 17 July 2026
Elton John's greatest hits are reimagined by multi award-winning comedian and singer Jess Robinson (Radio 4's Dead Ringers, Channel 4's The Last Leg), renowned for her pitch-perfect impressions. Channeling a variety of legendary female ar...
Lucy Porter
Friday 17 July 2026
Lucy Porter has been an Edinburgh Fringe favourite for over 20 years. She's appeared on countless TV shows including QI, Live at the Apollo and Would I Lie to You, as well as being a regular on Radio 4's News Quiz, The Unbelievable Truth...
All The Single Ladies
Friday 17 July 2026
"All The Single Ladies" is the latest comedy from MaD Theatre Company which explores the modern phenomenon of the 'Sandwich Generation' where people find themselves looking after their adult children as well as their ailing parents. Cath ...
Fingers on Buzzers
Saturday 18 July 2026
A live recording of the popular podcast Fingers on Buzzers from comedian and keen amateur quizzer Lucy Porter, alongside The Chase's very own Jenny Ryan. Whether you're a Pointless armchair aficionado, nostalgic for the days of Going for Go...
Justin Moorhouse & (Actual) Friends - Answer Any Question
Saturday 18 July 2026
A brilliantly chaotic mix of stand-up, improv and quick-fire comedy, this is a show where absolutely anything can happen. Hosted by the effortlessly funny Justin Moorhouse - one of the UK's most beloved comedians, known for his warm charm, ...
Bolton Comedy Festival - Big Improv Show
Sunday 19 July 2026
The Big Improv Show - the improvised comedy show exclusive to the Bolton Comedy Festival returns, starring a cast of award-winning comedic talent once more. Rufus Hound, Suki Webster, Justin Moorhouse and Sally Hodgkiss will be joining forc...
Larry Dean
Sunday 19 July 2026
Thrice Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominee and two-time star of Live At The Apollo, returns with a hilarious brand new show, Hellbent. Recently married, emotionally feral, the Gallus Glaswegian Goon returns with a riotous show about refusi...
Murder, She Didn't Write
Monday 20 - Tuesday 21 July 2026
Don your deerstalker, grab your magnifying glass and get your 'finger of suspicion' at the ready because Edinburgh Fringe favourites, Degrees of Error, are bringing back their multiple sell-out show for your sleuthing pleasure. They'll crea...
Steel Panther
Tuesday 21 July 2026
The comedic glam metal band from Sunset Strip, Los Angeles are a living, breathing study in the art of "hair metal". With tongues firmly lodged in their cheeks, Steel Panther celebrate and ridicule all that was good and bad about the "great...
Twelfth Night
Tuesday 21 - Friday 24 July 2026
The brilliantly bold Not Too Tame return with an electrifying production of Twelfth Night, starring Les Dennis as Malvolio. The company that brought you 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' return with their unique brand of high octane theatre in a ...
Paul Smith
Wednesday 22 July 2026
Liverpool comedian Paul Smith, who is best known for the many viral social media clips of his lightning quick audience interaction, is hitting the road again with his brand-new tour Happy and this is the biggest, boldest show of his car...
Stand Up Bingo Creatures Comedy Club
Wednesday 22 July 2026
A £1 stand-up comedy show with 4 comedians, bingo numbers pulled between acts, and one audience member winning a cake....
Tides (An Autism Story)
Thursday 23 July 2026
Dylan Ward is autistic. He has his own way of thinking and his own way of doing things, but no one seems to understand him. How do you navigate a world which operates on a completely different wavelength to the one that you're on? Follow...
