Cheap And Free Comedy In London

Got a heart full of laughter and a wallet full of nothing? No stress, there's more than enough cheap comedy nights in London to keep you rich in giggles. From talented new stand-ups to chaotic karaoke and simply some of the best acts on the circuit, there's plenty of great value entertainment to help you get your cackle on.

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Last updated on 19th April 2024




SE1 Comedy's Edinburgh Fringe Preview Season

@ The Leather Exchange on Wednesday 8th and Wednesday 29th May 2024

For just £10 per person, you'll nab tickets to SE1 Comedy's Edinburgh Fringe Preview Season, which sees you enjoy two one-hours shows in one night. You'll be able to see everyone from BBC New Comedy Award nominee Alfie Packham to Bafta Rocliffe finalist Sasha Ellen, all before they're up in the Scottish capital for the festival this summer.

JK Comedy Club

For just a fiver you can bag seats to some of the funniest talent in London performing at The Spice of Life in Soho as part of Just Kidding Comedy Club's pro showcase. With credits from Channel 4, Mock the Week and Live at the Apollo, the lineup is bound to impress. What's more, the Central London haunt is a super cosy place to hangout afterwards, with a well-stocked bar and plenty of atmosphere. 

The Five Points Brewing Co

Looking for something affordable to do in London? Brought to you by The Five Points Brewing Company, The Pembury Tavern is hosting comedy nights every last Wednesday of the month. You can eat pizza, drink beer and have a good belly laugh.

Carib and Co Brunch CIC Presents FREE BRUNCH & COMEDY

@ Nando's Harrow on Saturday 20th April 2024 and 2 other Saturdays

With tickets ranging between totally free and only £3 (to support small businesses, young entrepreneurs and those in need during the cost of living crisis), the Carib and Co Brunch Community Interest company is bringing you meals, comedy, markets and more at an affordable price. Check them out over the coming months.

Laugh Train Home Events

Looking to get some giggles on a budget? Laugh Train Home is the place for you, supplying you with top-notch comedy nights without the price tag. Catch one of its online events or head over to Battersea where a lineup of comics are ready and waiting.

Comedy at The Rose April

@ The Rose Fulham on Thu, 25th Apr 2024 @ 20:30 - 22:30

The Rose in Fulham is a friendly pub that's known for hosting cracking comedy nights, and you won't want to miss out on their April offering. Their lineup of comedians have featured on shows like 8 Out Of 10 Cats and Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow, including Imran Yusuf, Fiona Allen, Chris Read, James Trickey and Sion James as the talented MC. Even better? Tickets to this two-hour event cost just £12.50.

Camden Cabaret

With tickets starting at just £10, Camden Cabaret is one of our top picks for a cheap night out in Camden. Expect tantalising burlesque performances along with quirky circus skills and hilarious stand-up comedy, with affordable drink deals too.

Milkdrop Comedy

Milkdrop Comedy runs affordable comedy nights across North and East London, ranging from TV headliners to the circuit's most exciting talent. And the price of those hot tickets? Just £7 per person for general admission.

The Exhibit

Free comedy nights in London are hard to come by, but fortunately for you, The Exhibit are serving up some of the best ones around. The Balham beauty is putting on a series of fortnightly events where you'll enjoy witty sets from new names on the circuit, alongside running commentary from your host MC Suzie Preece.

Bushy Comedy

Going out in London doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg, especially when it comes to dabbling in the West. If you're looking for a fun activity for just over a tenner each, then bag tickets to a Bushy Comedy night, taking place at The Hoxton in Shepherd's Bush. Expect a lineup packed with incredible, fresh talent from the circuit as well as a special headliner who's bound to make your tummy ache (in a good way, of course). 

Shakespeare Comedy Club

A pub and comedy night in one? Comedy Downstairs at The Shakespeare is really delivering the goods to punters and fans alike. Think lineups of comedians fronting plenty of talent and a variety of styles, with affordable drinks to boot.

Comedy at Mama with Nish Kumar

@ Mama Shelter London on Tue, 14th May 2024 @ 18:30 - 22:00

Get ready to laugh out loud at Mama Shelter, the sassiest joint in East London, as she hosts Comedy At Mama With Nish Kumar, a celebration in honour of International Online Romance Day. This is your chance to catch some of the hottest talent out there and revel in a night of belly laughs from a stellar lineup, which includes uproarious acts like Will Robbins, Micky Overman, and Josh Weller. And guess what? Tickets are a steal at just £12 a pop.

Fuller's Comedy on Tap

Check out one of Fuller's Comedy on Tap witty events for a hefty dose of laughs. These brilliant stand-up nights are taking place at watering holes across London and offering you the chance to catch talented newbies and well-seasoned pros for just £15.

LDN Comedy

LDN Comedy is an East London gem of a place to seriously giggle without breaking the bank. Wednesdays offer lols for less with £1 nights at the Star by Hackney Downs. Line-ups include everyone from the established celebrity to stars of the future who are making noise on the scene.

Top and Bottom Comedy

Top-notch comedy shouldn't burn a hole in your pocket, so be sure to check out Top and Bottom Comedy at The Book Club in Shoreditch. Not only will there be fabulous comedians at this cosy venue showcasing some great stand-up, but there will also be bevvies on offer too.

Good Ship Comedy

In need of a laugh but your purse strings are feeling a little tight? Pubs and theatres are playing host to Good Ship Comedy. These purveyors of hilarity bring in names that are sure to make your sides split, from top headliners to circuit newbies.

The Boat Show Comedy Club

Serving up an affordable night of laughs in a quirky venue, The Boat Show Comedy Club is a must for those stand-up fanatics. Check out their Tuesday event for an evening of fresh material or head over on a Friday for some well-oiled jokes that'll have you chortling.

Comedy Cabin

As part of Hoxton Cabin's performance art collection, Comedy Cabin is a range of nights showcasing the cream of funny, as well as giving up and coming comics a chance to try out their new material. Tickets for The Thursday Standup Show are free, with others priced around £5 making it a thrifty night out.

The Heathcote and Star

Get ready for a stellar night out at the Heathcote and Star. With delicious food, refreshing drinks, plus exciting stand-up comedy events like Oh So Funny and top-notch Sunday roasts, this boozer is the shining star of Leytonstone.

NATURAL BORN STORYTELLERS

For an evening filled with hilarious tales and plenty of laughter, snap up tickets for one of Natural Born Storytellers' events, which are going for just £7 a pop. While there's a preplanned lineup, the audience are more than welcome to share their own stories too.

Cloud9 Comedy

Taking place at The Phoenix in Cavendish Square, which is right in the heart of the West End, Cloud9 Comedy is making sure you get your fix of Thursday night laughs. For just £10 per person, you'll get treated to three comedians at each event, from TikTok sensations like Ali Woods to the up-and-coming Micah Hall. 

Comedy Rumblings

Fancy a night of comedy that's pretty easy on the purse strings? Comedy Rumblings hosts shows every Wednesday at The Crown in Blackheath and The Queen in Knightsbridge, where you can catch a mix of rising and headlining acts.