Best Comedy Nights in London

London is one of the world's best destinations to catch some side-splittingly funny comedy shows. You name it, every comedian at one point or another has done their best to please the discerning and often highly critical crowds that flock to see comedy in London. It can be often difficult to keep your finger on the comedy pulse, fortunately DesignMyNight has done the hard work for you. Check out our recommended comedy nights in London and find one that tickles your fancy.

Last edited by Jasmine Lee Kennedy

Last updated on 27th March 2024




Backyard Comedy Club

One of the best London comedy nights, Backyard Comedy Club brings together some of finest stand-ups and character acts on the circuit every Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Head down for the chance to enjoy a real knee-slapper of a show, with some of the freshest talent on scene.

Fuller's Comedy on Tap

Looking for a night of laughs that won't break the bank? Fuller's Comedy on Tap have got you covered, playing host to a whole range of comics at pubs across London. Better yet, you'll get to enjoy all this for just £15 a ticket.

Comedy Carnival London

One of the best nights out in London, Comedy Carnival offers a hilarious evening that you need to experience. Head to events in Covent Garden or Clapham where you'll find exceptional acts ready to give your ribs a tickling.

The Exhibit

Balham's The Exhibit are bringing some laughs to your Wednesdays with its fortnightly comedy events. Join your host MC Suuzie Preece for an evening spent watching talented up-and-comers perform hilarious sets that'll have you giggling all night long.

Crack Comedy

Crack Comedy are keeping you laughing all year long with their range of stand-up events and how to courses. Head over to Kingston or Brixton for a night of wallet-friendly laughs or learn how to bring the lols over a six-week training series.

Bushy Comedy

Head to The Hoxton in Shepherd's Bush for a night of giggles with Bushy Comedy. Standard tickets are £12.50 but if you're a local resident, you can bag a discount reducing them to under a tenner. What a steal. Starting from 7pm, you'll be treated to a lineup staring the circuit's very best up-and-coming comedians, plus a top headliner who'll have your sides splitting. Grab a drink from the main bar, like an espresso martini or a signature cocktail, sit back and enjoy the show.

SE1 Comedy's Edinburgh Fringe Preview Season

@ The Leather Exchange on Wednesday 17th April and Wednesday 8th May 2024

SE1 Comedy's Edinburgh Fringe Preview Season is the best way to see what's going to be hot at the Scottish capital's top arts festival. For just £10, you'll see two one-hour shows on your chosen performance night, with acts including BBC New Comedy Award nominee Alfie Packham, Bafta Rocliffe finalist Sasha Ellen and more.

Tom Carradine's Great British Comedy Songbook

@ Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church on Sat, 6th Apr 2024 @ 15:00 - 16:30

Tom Carradine's Great British Comedy Songbook is an event that'll thrill those who are old at heart and love a good knees up. Taking place on Saturday the 6th of April at Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church, you can expect to hear songs made famous by performers like George Formby, Noel Coward and Victoria Wood to name a few, plus tributes to the great comic music over the past 150 years. 

The Five Points Brewing Co

Set to be one of the best comedy nights, head to The Pembury Tavern for their stand up events on the last Wednesday of every month. There'll be three comedians every time, plus the delicious ACE pizza and plenty of pints will be available.

Cloud9 Comedy

Cloud9 Comedy are making sure your Thursday nights are filled with all kinds of laughter at The Phoenix in Cavendish Square. Think three pro comedians at each event, from special celeb guests to TikTok sensations and seasoned stand-up stars, there's a whole load on the roster here - including Ali Woods and Micah Hall.

Top and Bottom Comedy

Need a reason to laugh on a Wednesday? Get yourself down to The Book Club in Shoreditch for a top-notch £5 comedy night. Future stars will be taking to the stage for 90 minutes of side-splitting entertainment – with £5 pizzas and G&Ts available upstairs. 

Zebrano London Soho

From Zebrano London comes The Soho Comedy Revue, which takes over the venue every Wednesday. You'll see exciting new comedians heading up on stage to perform against the clock, with the funniest acts making their way to the final.

Laugh Train Home Events

Laugh Train Home are delivering a summer of brilliant one-liners and thigh-slappingly good sets at their Wednesday comedy nights. Join them for an easy-going evening or watch one of their online events instead.

Fuller's

Get ready Fuller's is boasting a top-notch event that's sure to get you laughing at The White Hart on Great Suffolk Street. Be sure to check out LOLipops Comedy Night, a free show that runs twice every Tuesday evening, showcasing some of the best stand-up and sketch acts in the city.

LDN Comedy

Head east for a night that's bound to make you giggle. The LDN Comedy club is putting on bargain events: on Wednesdays tickets are only £1 as new jokes are tried out at the Star by Hackney Downs for their comedy club. Head to Wanstead pub ono Thursdays for sets from known comedians as well as rising stars.

Good Ship Comedy

Have the Monday blues? We know just the cure. On the first day of every week, Good Ship Comedy heads to Camden's The Colonel Fawcett to bring you a hilarious, laugh-out-loud evening of stand-up. Past acts include Romesh Ranganthan and Jack Whitehall.

Instant Laughs Comedy Club

Spruce up your regular night out on the town with Instant Laughs Comedy Club. Situated across fabulous locations in the city, guests can enjoy some top-notch comedy from some up and coming and established performers, along with some nibbles and drinks. 

The Boat Show Comedy Club

Whether you fancy being the first to hear some new material or want a night of well-oiled jokes that's guaranteed to have you in fits of laughter, The Boat Show Comedy Club has got you covered. Hit up the floating fun spot on a Tuesday or Friday where you'll find a line-up of comics just waiting to make you giggle.

The Four Thieves

Discounts available on certain events

Renowned for its Laugh Train Home Comedy Wednesdays and Comedy For The Curious Sundays, The Four Thieves is the place to go for an absolute laugh and a half. Expect a range of brilliant names from off the telly, as well as some up-and-coming talent cutting their teeth.

Comedy Cabin

One of the best nights for laughs can be found at Hoxton's Comedy Cabin. The East London night showcases a range of talent from established comics to beginner's looking to elevate their performance. Get the giggles for cheap as The Thursday Standup Show tickets are free, with many others being only a fiver. 

The Rosemary Branch Theatre

Offering one of the best comedy nights in North London, The Rosemary Branch Theatre combines elements of quizzing and stand-up for one hilarious night out. Enjoy a series of themed rounds that any cinema lover would enjoy, with epic prizes to be won.