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  • The Bristol Comedy Festival takes place in the last two weeks of January, filling dozens of venues across the city centre and beyond with great live comedy nights! From local acts to names off the telly, the festival brings some of the most exciting acts on the comedy scene to Bristol.

  • Why do we run the festival? To bring more joy to Bristol this January and support Bristol’s ever growing comedy scene - and raise money for TAP for Bristol!

    Why should you attend? To have a great night out, see some of your favourite comics and discover new acts!

  • The next Bristol Comedy Festival will take place between 15th and 31st January 2026.

  • The Bristol Comedy Festival takes place in Bristol, UK, with comedy shows in dozens of venues across the city centre and beyond.

  • The festival is possible thanks to the support of The Bristol Business Improvement District (BID).

    How to book tickets? Tickets will be on sale soon and will be available on The Bristol Comedy Festival website and Ticket Tailor.

    How to get involved as a volunteer? Fill in the application form on our volunteer page.

    How to get involved as a comic? Fill in this Expression of Interest Form and we’ll get back to you!