Best Comedy Nights In London

Every week, Good Ship Comedy heads to various venues across London to bring you some of the hottest comedians on the circuit, from award-winners to those right off the TV, famous for their sharp wits and top stand-up performances.

You'll find these shows at venues such as The Honor Oak near Forest Hill, The Thieves in Battersea, Leyton's The Bird and Swimmers at the Grafton in Holloway.

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.

Where cabaret and comedy puppetry combine to create an unexplainable amalgamation of trippy interactive entertainment, live music venue The Other hosts Till Death Do Us Party - The Ghastly Puppet Show this Halloween season. 

In an entirely unexpected series of events, the audience will experience a lesson in anatomy by pole-dancing puppet Scarlet Cleavage, pick up some questionable beauty tips in Ed Gein's Skin Routine and hear live music from Memento Maureen, Goth Chickens and punk-rocktogenarian Jerry Crossword.

The Stand-Up Club has gathered the country's best comics in the heart of Soho for more than eight years. In that time, its stage has been graced by the likes of Seann Walsh, Kerry Godliman, Rob Beckett, Iain Stirling and Paul Sinha.

There's shows every night of the week with tickets starting from just £5.50. Once the comedy wraps up in the cellar, the upstairs bar is open to anyone with a ticket right through to 1am.

Soho Comedy House brings live standup to the stage every night of the week. With recommendations from the likes of the Evening Standard, Radio Times and Secret London, this place welcomes acts from Taskmaster, Live at the Apollo and plenty more top notch spots.

There's even more to keep you entertained here too. We're talking free karaoke, free entry to the club, plus £6 beers and £10 cocktails all night long.

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.

A comedy night in the heart of the city, Moorgate Comedy Club takes place beneath The Tokenhouse Pub. There's a new lineup every month, featuring some of the best acts on the circuit.

Tickets start from just £11 per person, and if you want to dine beforehand then they've got a £30 package that includes a burger and a pint.

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 where you'll find exceptional acts ready to give your ribs a tickling, taking place on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

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.

Take a break from the booze with an afternoon of hilarious jokes and anecdotes at The Backyard Comedy Club's alcohol-free event. Tickets are just £15 and will see performances from top acts and up-and-comers.

Ready for belly laughs come weekends? For cool comedy nights with friends and fun date nights, head to The Harrison in King's Cross. For just £4 per person, you can enjoy all the best up-and-coming acts and pro TV comics.

Agency Unknown is bringing you a barrel of laughs with this hilarious and immersive event that'll see you playing wacky games including 'Innuendo Charades' and ' Tequila Roulette', meeting fantastically odd characters and watching a series of hip musical comedy and cabaret like you've never seen before.

Sean Walsh, Tim Vine, Sarah Millican, Russell Howard, Jimmy Carr. The list of names that have performed at Covent Garden Cabaret is as long as it is illustrious. But it's not all standup.

The team behind Camden Cabaret bring all kinds of live comedy and LGBT+ entertainment to the Prince of Wales every Friday and Saturday night, from burlesque and drag to theatre and performance art. 

While London boasts brilliant traditional stand-up clubs, Too Thirsty delivers a unique hybrid format that balances polished joke writing with crowd work and situational reality comedy. The concept is simple: On stage, there's one girl and two guys. They can't see each other. She grills them with questions to figure out who's her best match, until the big reveal, when they finally meet face-to-face.

It's all about crowd participation and the unscripted hilarity of human relationships. If you want a comedy night that offers structure, narrative tension, and non-stop audience engagement instead of just a revolving door of comics, this is a phenomenal alternative on the Southbank. Grab your tickets now from £22 per person. 

Fresh off supporting Dave Chappelle, starring in Netflix's SUPACELL, and writing for Spitting Image, Leicester Mercury Award nominee Travis Jay leads a stellar bill for 0596club's grand Bermondsey return.

A master storyteller with credits spanning Late Night Mash to the Bloomsbury Theatre, Jay brings effortless charisma and main-stage polish to the intimate Fabal Beer Garden. Backed by a curated group of global performers, it's a rare chance to see a stadium-level act up close in South London.

Prepare for a dinner you won't forget in a hurry as Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve a disastrous three-course offering. Based on the famous series, Faulty Towers is a mixture of comedy, theatre and dining, that will bring the cult series to life like never before. 

Fresh off winning Best Comedy Format at the 2026 Chortle Awards, The People's Comedy brings its acclaimed showcase to Arch 555 at Club Silly in Brixton.

Renowned for platforming both rising talent and established stars, this grassroots powerhouse delivers a fresh alternative to traditional stand-up nights. Kicking off with doors at 7pm, the venue serves up non-stop laughs followed by an exclusive post-show social where audience members can hang out with the acts until late.

Glitter & Titter Cabaret offers a sensational evening of entertainment at The Albany without breaking the bank. At just £12 a ticket, you'll experience a stellar lineup of burlesque, drag, and comedy, all while being personally greeted by the magnetic Ms Larissa Thorne.

Bring someone special or your whole crew and enjoy an unforgettable night of sparkle and fun.

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. 

There is a reason Big Belly Bar & Comedy Club took home the top prize at the Chortle Awards. Situated along the iconic South Bank, this powerhouse venue delivers an unbeatable mix of big eats, big drinks, and even bigger laughs nearly every night of the week.

From accessible early-week showcases to prime-time Friday night double bills, Big Belly consistently offers affordable, world-class stand-up in one of London's top cultural hotspots.

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.

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.

It's time to get your weekend started right. Leave all thoughts of work at the door and get psyched to laugh yourself silly, as the 99 Club bring you stand up performances from Nathan Caton, Rhys James and Spencer Brown this Friday evening. What's that? You want more? Fair enough, your ticket also includes entry to the Storm Club after, so now you can cut some shapes on the dance floor too.

If you're in need of top-notch comedy in the city, Friendship Adventure Brewery and Taproom has got a wallet-friendly event worth check-in gout. For £3, you'll be able to enjoy an evening of top-notch stand-up and jokes from a roster of acts, including one from BBC winner of The Traitors, Hannah Byczkowski.

Taking place across locations in Elephant and Castle, East Dulwich and Camberwell, it's Comedy is a hilarious night out that's totally free to enter, though you can reserve seats for £3 and pay what you like at the end of the show.

These stand-up performances feature a series of regularly changing acts, some of whom have been seen on TV and at the Edinburgh Fringe in the past.

Looking for a night out that's bound to have you in stitches, while also making new friends? Then check out Comedy by the Depressed Baker, who hosts Laughing with Strangers at venues in Maryland, Leyton and Walthamstow.

They gather some of the finest comedians from all over London, so you're guaranteed to discover some brilliant new talents, with tickets costing around a tenner.

The Phoenix pub in West End is known for having a stacked line-up of great events all year round, and the Dumb Fun Comedy show is no different. Top London comics will be taking to the stage, presenting a whole host of new material – AKA never-before-heard jokes that you get to decide are funny or not. 

Entry costs just £11, and all attendees can take advantage of a 20% off food deal until 7pm – with grub including mega burgers, nachos and loaded brisket fries. 

If you're looking for laughs, Long Face Comedy has just what you need. Hosting regular nights at Three Colts Tavern in Bethnal Green, Magdalen Hall and the White Hart at 1 Mile End, it brings a rotating cast of funny folk to the stage. 

Expect open mics, established acts and single nights with a difference. Whatever takes your fancy, tickets start from zero pounds and zero pence.

Looking for an evening of top-tier comedy? Candlemaker Comedy offers a variety of exciting events throughout the week. From packed Saturday shows with seasoned pros to Sundays featuring free performances from up-and-coming talent, and Thursdays showcasing rising stars for just £5, this Battersea venue is a must-visit for comedy lovers. Prepare for lots of laughs, great vibes, and a perfect night out.

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. 

Just Kidding Comedy Club takes place at The Spice Of Life in Soho on Tuesdays and Saturdays, bringing together some of London's finest comedians, with credits from Netflix, Live at the Apollo and Mock the Week as part of its pro showcase nights. Tickets start from only a fiver which is a bargain for the amount of laughs you're bound to have. 

If you're in the mood for a brilliant night of comedy in East London, check out Need To Know Comedy's Joke Thieves Live Podcast Recording over at Backyard Comedy Club. Get ready for top-notch sets from Will Mars alongside a panel of professional comedians.

This Friday, head to one of Comedy Freaks' fantastic shows in King's Cross, which cost as little as £8.50 per person to enter. These varied shows feature a new lineup each week, promising a diverse range of fantastic UK comedians.

Expect to see up-and-coming new performers alongside more established acts, even including the odd surprise appearance from a TV comic. Plus, there are some cracking drinks deals available on the night.

Head to Bermondsey for Lovebugs Comedy Night at Hiver Taproom, promising two hours of live stand-up. There's a carefully curated lineup each show, complete with award-winning comedians and rising stars from the London comedy circuit.

As well as the excellent entertainment, you can expect a fantastic selection of beer from this taproom, and there are pizzas available too.

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. 

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.

Ready for a fab night in London? Check out Inamo's Comedy Night in Covent Garden for an evening of laughter and non-stop entertainment. Expect the likes of Steff Todd and Fiona Allen as well as a three-course dinner from the restaurant.

Brew Street Kitchen & Bar is the place to head for ice cold pints and side-splitting laughs. On the first Thursday of every month, it's bringing a stellar selection of standups to the stage.

In its intimate Timber Lodge, you're right at the heart of the action as incredible up-and-comers and established acts whip through their incredible sets. There's no theatre stuffiness or corporate comedy club vibes here. Just a buzzing space, good people and proper laughs.

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.