Cheap And Free Comedy In London

Comedy's funniest rising stars are making their way to Pope Street. We're talking the Comedy Café's Best New Comedian Julian Deane, the sharply shocking Kathryn Mather and Max Turner Prize finalist Wilson Milton.

Your hilarious host, Fiona Ridgewell is also on hand to keep the laughs rolling between sets. Grab your seat for this side-splitting night of standup for just £16.50.

The Stand-Up Club brings live comedy to Soho seven nights a week. Its stage has been studded by all kinds of stars.

We're talking the likes of Seann Walsh, Kerry Godliman, Rob Beckett, Iain Stirling and Paul Sinha. Once the comedy wraps up down in the cellar, your ticket gets you into the ground floor bar all the way through to 1am.

Iconic Bethnal Green venue The Backyard Comedy Club has certainly seen its share of star-level action in its time. A well-loved spot amongst many of your favourite stand ups, this great venue's Thursday show offers the best alternative nights out in London. 

Glitter & Titter Cabaret isn't just a show; it's an experience. For as little as £12, indulge in a night where London's most talented burlesque dancers, drag performers, and comedians shine.

Ms Larissa Thorne will ensure your evening starts off right as she guides you to your seats at The Albany. Grab a friend, a date, or both - it's a night that promises glitter, glamour and giggles aplenty.

Don't miss out on Need To Know Comedy's Joke Thieves Live Podcast Recording over at Backyard Comedy Club. The award-winning show will feature Will Mars alongside a lineup of professional and up-and-coming comedians who are sure to have your sides split by the end.

Comedy doesn't have to be expensive to be fabulous. So head along to Instant Laughs Comedy Club at venues across London for an evening filled with top-notch entertainment, drinks and nibbles. Need we say more?

Taking place at The Trinity in Borough and on Fridays at Union Theatre, Silly Goose Comedy Night is a semi-professional comedy event that happens on the first Sunday of every month. Expect to see seven brilliant acts each time, some of whom have even appeared on television. Tickets start from as little as £4.50 per person, promising an evening full of laughter.

Pay what you like to Elephant & Castle's Stand-Up Comedy Night upstairs at Spit & Sawdust on Wednesday the 19th and 26th of February. The Elephant and Castle boozer will be playing host to an evening of giggles - previous lineups have featured the likes of Joshua Bethania, Zoe Brownstone and Rob Auton. 

If you're after cheap and free comedy, make your way to The Harrison in King's Cross. Laugh your pants off for just £4 per person as you check out the best up-and-coming acts and pro TV comics. Ideal for first dates and nights out with friends.

Taking place at venues everywhere from Leyton to Walthamstow and Maryland, Comedy by the Depressed Baker's Laughing with Strangers is a fantastic comedy night that raises money for several charities. Tickets start from only £10.

These events gather comedians from all over London, showcasing up-and-coming new comics, plus offer the chance to meet new people.

Looking for a funny event to head to before the week kicks off? Sunday Shtick Comedy is the perfect happening to head to. Taking place at The Rose And Crown, this show-stopper features some of the best stars - sure to keep you laughing all evening.

As part of Hoxton Cabin's performance art collection, Comedy Cabin is a range of nights showcasing top talents, 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.

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.

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.

London's wildest comedy club, you'll find Comedy Freaks in King's Cross. Their fantastic Friday night shows promise a diverse new lineup of of UK comedians each week, ranging from up-and-coming new performers to more established acts.

You can also expect some surprise appearances from top TV comics, guaranteed to have you in stitches. Tickets start from just £8.50 each, though there are options to add on drinks deals too.

While it may not be the cheapest around, you certainly get plenty of bang for your buck here, as Covent Garden Comedy Club only books the best comedians on the international circuit, mainly sticking to TV stars. Think Rob Beckett and more at this Drury Lane hangout.

From Romesh to McIntyre, almost every big name comedian started in a room above a pub. The good news is, that's exactly where you can find Open House Comedy.

Head on down to Clapham's Rose and Crown on the first Tuesday of the month, pay whatever you like for your ticket and settle in for an evening of new material that will have you laughing long after the curtain falls.

Looking for a free night out that's bound to have you in stitches? Then head to It's Comedy, taking place at the Grove House Tavern in Camberwell and the East Dulwich Tavern. This is free to enter, or you can reserve a seat for just £3, with the option to pay what you want at the end of the show.

This evening full of stand-up promises performances from a number of comics, and there are a cracking range of beers and cocktails on offer too.

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 drinks on offer too.

Costing just £5 per person to attend, Armpit Comedy is a brilliant night out that takes place at The Clapham North every other Wednesday evening. Expect two hours of side-splitting performances, from a mix of up-and-coming comics and seasoned acts practicing their new material.

Candlemaker Comedy delivers an evening of laughter in the heart of Battersea, with a perfect mix of seasoned comedy pros and fresh faces. Their Saturday marquee events feature the best comedians in the city, while Sundays provide a laid-back, free comedy experience. With the addition of Thursday's £5 comedy night showcasing rising stars, Candlemaker Comedy is the ideal spot for a fun and memorable night out.

For just a fiver you can bag seats to some of the funniest talent in London performing at The Spice of Life in Soho, The Nell of Old Drury and The Lock and Tavern 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, these London haunts are super cosy places to hang out afterwards, with well-stocked bars and plenty of atmosphere.

Start your weekend with a laugh at Comedy Fridays at The Fox Excel in East London, where tickets are just £5 or £3 for students. Enjoy a stellar lineup of comedians alongside two-for-one pizzas and cocktails from 5pm for the perfect pre-show treat.