We all need a bit of comic relief once in a while
We all need a laugh once in a while, which is why a comedy night is the perfect way to spend an evening.
They are a fantastic avenue for up-and-coming comedians to get the exposure to crowds that they wouldn’t get otherwise. Equally, they are a place for established and well-known comedians to practice new material for their bigger tours.
Belfast has become known for creating great comedians and hosting great comedy nights across the city. We’ve put together a handy guide to some of the regular comedy nights happening throughout the city.
Lavery’s
Colin Geddis has curated one of the funniest comedy nights Belfast has to offer. He transforms Lavery’s middle floor into an intimate, side-splittingly funny evening with guaranteed laughs; get down early to avoid sitting in the front row.
It takes place on Wednesdays and Thursdays every week.
The Empire
Belfast’s renowned comedy club welcomes local, national and international comedians for a night of outstanding stand-up comedy every Tuesday.
Presenting top quality acts from across Ireland, UK and the international comedy circuit, Belfast’s longest-running and most revered comedy club has been making people laugh since 1992, welcoming some of the biggest names in comedy through the doors for over 30 years.
There’s also a free pint of Harp Irish Lager for the first 50 people attending each week.
Accidental Comedy Club
It is described as gloriously unhinged, ridiculously funny and brutally honest. It takes place in Shaftesbury Square on the first Friday of every month.
Tired of safe comedy nights where every punchline feels like it’s been filtered through HR? Well, this one is for you.
The Pavilion
Some brand new comedians and some old pros are trying new jokes! Each with 5-10 minutes to make you laugh. Arrive early for a chance to win £10 in drinks.
It takes place every Monday night in the Big House.
The Spaniard
Get ready to laugh until your sides hurt with a hilarious mix of standup and improv comedy at Craic Off The Cuff!
Craic Off the Cuff is Belfast’s most unpredictable comedy night, which is a blend of stand-up, banter, and spontaneous fun. Hosted weekly by Ewan Latimer, the show mixes sharp jokes with on-the-spot improv.
Expect comedians thinking on their feet, unexpected moments, and plenty of laughs born in the moment. With board games on the tables and a relaxed, social vibe, it’s a night where no two shows are ever the same.
The Black Box
Hosted by Belfast Comedy stalwarts Alan Irwin (Chortle Student Comedian of the Year Finalist) and Ronan Linskey (Bulmer’s Irish Comedian of the Year 2015).
Kill Your Darlings is one of Belfast’s most loved comedy clubs. It features new and established comedians doing all new, never heard before material. Previous acts include Colin Murphy, Shane Todd, Colin Geddis and Teresa Livingstone.
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