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Cracking comedy to catch in Liverpool in 2026
Is everyone in Liverpool a comedian? If not, the UK’s unofficial ‘capital of comedy’ certainly punches way above its weight when it comes to knowing how to enjoy a good laugh. So it’s perhaps no surprise funny men and women from across the country – and beyond – are always keen to bring their live shows to the city. Along with bespoke comedy clubs and regular comedy nights, star names and rising talent also perform at mainstream venues like the M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool Playh
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Comedians coming to the Liverpool Playhouse in 2026
Mike Wozniak heads for the Liverpool Playhouse to kick off a busy year of comedy at the Williamson Square venue. The Bench is a new stand-up show in which a story about a bench will be prominent. Previous experience of or strong opinions about benches not required. Catch Wozniak on January 23 and again on September 11. It’s Nameste from Omid Djalili on February 12 when he peacefully bows to his inner anger and unleashes a torrent of comedic vitriol upon the current state of
Christmas events in Liverpool for 2025
Christmas comes but once a year – even if it does seem to get earlier and earlier with festive treats and decorations popping up in shops as soon as the August Bank Holiday had finished. But now we’re through Halloween and Bonfire Night, and with the weather turning noticeably colder, it’s definitely time to break out the mulled wine, mince pies, spiced hot chocolate and the tinsel. It’s all seasonal systems go in Liverpool this year with a host of festive fun and yuletide jo
Liverpool Irish Festival 2025 programme of events
Liverpool Irish Festival returns to city venues next week with 10 days of cultural events and activities. The 2025 event runs from October 16-26, and this year has the theme of Liverpool Irish Festival is the UK’s largest arts and culture-led festival and marks its 23 rd anniversary this year. It is set to be officially launched at Liverpool Irish Centre on Thursday, October 16 where there is the opportunity to meet the team and hear more about the 2025 programme. There will
Liverpool Fringe Festival 2025 full programme details
Liverpool Fringe Festival returns to city theatre spaces next week with 20 shows and events over its 12-day run. The annual festival...
Comedy to enjoy in Liverpool this autumn
It’s been quite the summer, but now the nights are drawing in there’s few things better than to settle down indoors and enjoy a good laugh. Happily, Liverpool venues have that covered this autumn with a busy programme of appearances from both local faces, rising talent and big TV names. From the purveyors of big laughs and knowing chuckles at established venues like Hot Water Comedy, Laughterhouse Comedy and Liverpool Comedy Club to visiting shows at the city’s many theatres
Kelly and Costigan reunite at the Liverpool Everyman in 2026
Liverpool Everyman rep alumni Matthew Kelly and George Costigan are set to reunite on stage at the Hope Street venue in 2026. The pair...
LAAF 2025 festival programme revealed
Liverpool Arab Arts Festival (LAAF) is taking place this week with a line-up from across the Arab world. The annual festival runs until...
Everyman Fem de la Festival celebrates funny women
The Liverpool Everyman is set to play host to the first Fem de la Festival this spring. The three-day event from Fem de la Femme Comedy...
Epstein Theatre announces first events
The first event held at Liverpool’s Epstein Theatre in nearly two years is set to be staged this month. Dancing in the Aisles, an...
Inside No.9 Liverpool date as hit BBC show goes on UK tour
Fans are being invited to go Inside No.9 at the Liverpool Empire this autumn when the critically acclaimed TV comedy arrives in the city...
Comedians to catch in Liverpool this March
The days are getting longer, and spring finally seems ready to…well, spring. So why not celebrate with a good laugh during March? Here is...
Liverpool Improvisation Festival 2025 dates and shows
The third annual Liverpool Improvisation Festival (LiF) will be held in the city this spring – and organisers are promising the 2025...
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