Best Comedy Nights in London

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.

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.

In the mood for a good ol' giggle? Then you're going to want to check out The Covent Garden Comedy Club at the Freemasons Arms. Head inside this top-notch venue for an epic lineup of international and big-name stars, as they will be bringing first-class jokes to the stage.

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.

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.

If you're looking to spice up your Christmas night out this year, then head to the Comedy Boat Party this December, taking place along the Southbank. You'll get to cruise down the Thames while a series of side-splitting comedians entertain you, before boogieing to live DJ set. What's more, they'll be serving a festive buffet during the event.

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. 

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.

Only a short walk from Old Street Station you'll find the iconic Shoreditch Balls hosting Stage Time, an improv variety show that's packed with crazy stories and side-splitting sketches. Tickets start from only a fiver so grab your friends and head on down for a night of fun on the 6th and 20th of February. 

Head over to the Covent Garden Social Club where they'll be putting on one of the best comedy nights in London. Kicking off from this month, you can catch the likes of Helen Bauer, Jen Brister and Hal Cruttenden doing their thing in the heart of the West End.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

Head on over to Louche in Central London on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Soho Comedy Factory. Tickets start from just £7 per person, and the lineup is bound to be stellar. Previous shows have included comedians seen on standout shows like Taskmaster and Mock the Week, so you know you're going to be in for the serious giggles. 

Get ready for a night of side-splitting humour at Silly Goose Comedy Night, bringing seven top-notch comedians from the UK to The Trinity in Borough who are guaranteed to make you honk with laughter. Their lineup features comics who regularly perform at London's coolest professional clubs, including Chris Hall and Kiran Saggu.

Featuring never before heard material from the newest and brightest talents on the stand up circuit, Comedy In Your Eye must be one of the best comedy nights in London. Head down to The Camden Eye for a night of belly laughs and beer.

Enjoy a night of culture and humour at The Camden Head where some of the best comedians from The Eastern European Comedy Festival will be translating their anecdotes and letting us Londoners in on the joke.

Looking for an affordable comedy night that's guaranteed to have you in fits of laughter? Then head to Kindred in Hammersmith, where their All Jokes Aside event promises three brilliant comedians and a talented host, alongside a DJ to keep the good vibes going afterwards. Tickets cost just £15 per person, or for £55 you can enjoy a two-course dinner and a glass of wine during the show.

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.

Oh So Funny at The Heathcote and Star is the cool comedy club that you can't miss out on. Join Sarah Pascoe for some hilarious laughs at this boozer and enjoy some fresh pints and pub grub while you're laughing your socks off. 

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.

Rats is an underground comedy club that's been causing chaos for eight years straight. You'll find them at Barrio in Soho every Tuesday evening, promising a wild show where ten comedians give it their best shot at winning the crown. You'll get to see a mix of up-and-coming and established comics, with a new lineup each week.

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.

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.

Fancy having a good ol' giggle? We thought as much. Head to Soho Comedy Factory at The Blue Posts, for an epic range of up and coming comedians and well-loved favourites in their cool space. Feeling thirsty? Try out their craft beer.

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.

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.

Best-known for their collection of street food vendors and bars, Market Halls now play host to their own comedy nights too. It's the first ever comedy club inside a food hall, promising food, laughs on-tap and a star lineup taking to the live stage on the last Wednesday of every month. 

Grab entry-only tickets, entry with a drink or even entry with a drink and a food voucher to be used with any of the nine traders - spanning from Roti King's sister site, Gopal, to Great British Menu's Budgie Montoya's Filipino BBQ bites.

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.

Get ready to giggle the night away with Comedy Upstairs @ The Star. Tom Toal will be your host for the evening, serving up top-notch comedy acts from 8pm to 10pm. Don't miss out on the laughs — grab your £10 tickets for a Wednesday night full of fun.

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.

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.

Though it may be best known for its games, Dabbers Bingo also hosts cracking comedy nights across their venues in Hackney and Aldgate. Their afternoon Candy Store Comedy brunches blends stand-up with cabaret and bottomless booze, while their Sunday shows combine hilarious hosts with bingo calling and a little bit of drag. Even better? These events start from just £10 per person.

One of the best comedy nights in London, this Shoreditch favourite brings you a weekly lineup of top-notch talent. Head over to Trapeze where they'll be fronting a cool combo of refreshing cocktails and lots of cackling.

For a load of guaranteed giggles, make your way over to Upstairs at the Spit & Sawdust for its London Bridge Stand-Up Comedy Night with Buffering Comedy. Entry is free on a pay-what-you-can basis and the night takes place from the 23rd of October onwards. 

Every Wednesday, you'll get to experience the hilarious works of acts from the likes of BBC, ITV, Netflix and more. Perfect for date night or an evening with friends, it's bound to be a laugh. 

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. 

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. 

When you're after charity comedy nights, look no further than London Comedy Lunch. Taking place at The HAC for two dates in 2024, Thursday 5th and Friday 6th of December, these events have raised over £100,000 for charity over the years and always sell out. This time, expect three courses, drinks packages, and Jo Caulfield, Simon Brodkin and Tom Stade taking to the stage.

Head over to Peckham for an evening of tasty tipples and hilarious comics. Batch will be hosting a brilliant monthly roster of up-and-coming comedians in their intimate location for free. I know. What's more, there's also 2-4-1 cocktails before 8pm and its BYOF too.