The best comedy shows in London this weekend

Looking for a laugh? Find the very best comedy in London this Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Whoooo! The weekend! Par-tay! Etc etc. Whatever you like doing with your two days off, a good ol' fashioned laugh at a London comedy club is always a recommended addition. To find out the very best comedy shows in London this weekend, plus recession-friendly free options, just click on the tabs below...


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The best comedy shows in London this Friday

Comedy Store

There’s no doubt about it, the Comedy Store is the daddy of all comedy clubs, and what most other gigs strive to be. Seemingly as old as London itself, the club has been instrumental in the growth of alternative comedy, and still to this day hosts stunning shows most nights of the week. At weekends they host conservative stand-up shows, with circuit stalwarts performing their tried-and-tested sets. See each occurrence for the individual line-ups. Check out our guide to the Comedy Store.

  1. Comedy Store 1a Oxendon St, SW1Y 4EE
  2. Sat May 18 - Sat Jun 29
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Nina Conti – Dolly Mixtures

  • Critics choice

Outstanding ventriloquist Nina Conti has long been a circuit favourite, but her excellent BBC Four documentaries have introduced her to a whole new audience. Conti's puppetry is so convincing you almost forget she's controlling the monkey, until you remember she's got her hand up its arse. In her new show she introduces new characters including her daughter, handyman, gran, oldest friend and a stray dog, with plenty of veering from the script.

  1. Soho Theatre 21 Dean St, W1D 3NE
  2. Sat May 18 - Sat May 25
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Angel Comedy

  • Free

Comedy from the best of the open mic circuit plus an experienced headliner, every Saturday night and some Fridays too. This room gets absolutely rammed, so do get there early if you'd like a seat. To check the latest line-ups, click on each occurrence below.

  1. Camden Head 2 Camden Walk, N1 8DY
  2. Sat May 18 - Sat Jun 8
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Omid Djalili – Live

Star of his own self-titled BBC series 'The Omid Djalili Show', the Iranian stand-up is back doing what he does best; whipping an intimate room in the heart of London into hysterics with silly dances, witty anecdotes and sharp gags. Sure, he's conquered Hollywood with roles in 'Sex and the City' and 'The Mummy', but it's good to have him back on stage in the UK.

  1. Leicester Square Theatre 6 Leicester Place, WC2H 7BX
  2. Sat May 18 - Sat May 25
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Friday Night Freakshow

For a fourth year, the twisted showcase of the best dark and delicious variety old London town has to offer returns to the wonderground. Shocking, hysterical and downright weird, some of the finest performers from the alternative cabaret circuit and the darkest recesses of the comedy world come out to play. Presented by Time Out Live.

  1. London Wonderground Southbank Centre, Belvedere Rd, SE1 8XX
  2. Fri May 24 - Fri Sep 27
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Free comedy shows in London this Friday

Angel Comedy

  • Free

Comedy from the best of the open mic circuit plus an experienced headliner, every Saturday night and some Fridays too. This room gets absolutely rammed, so do get there early if you'd like a seat. To check the latest line-ups, click on each occurrence below.

  1. Camden Head 2 Camden Walk, N1 8DY
  2. Sat May 18 - Sat Jun 8
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The T-Bird Comedy Bin

  • Free

Weekly open mic compered by Marilyn Muruako. Check the occurrences for the latest line-ups.

  1. T-Bird 132 Blackstock Rd, Finsbury Park, N4 2DX
  2. Fri May 24
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Rated as: 5/5 (1 rating)
  • It is amazing that The Monkey Business Comedy Club near Camden in Chalk Farm does not get a mention as it is regarded by many as the very best comedy club in London . It has been host to the biggest names in comedy over the years including Harry Hill, Russell Brand, Michael McIntyre,Omid Djaili, Jimmy Carr, Alan Carr,Dara O Brian, Noel Fielding, Rich Hall, Adam Hills,Rhod Gilbert,Greg Davies, Stewart Lee, Stephen Merchant, Lee Mack,Tim Vine,Reginald D Hunter, Russell Howard,Sean Lock,Ed Byrne Stephen K Amos,Lee Nelson Jack Whitehall, Patrick Monahan,Patrick Kielty,Simon Amstell, Dave Gorman,Chris Addison,Abandoman, Sarah Millican,Russell Kane, Micky Flanagan, Kevin Bridges,Lucy Porter,Nina Conti,Magnus Betner,Michael Mittermeier Howard Marks aka Mr Nice,Sean Hughs, Stephen Grant,Danny Bhoy,Andi Osho,Rainer Herch,Rob Derring ,Ricky Grover,Bob Mills Pete Firman,Barry & Stuart,Alex Horne,Chris Ramsey,Ava Vidal,Jon Richardson,Nick Helm,Loretta Maine,The Noise Next Door,and just about every other top name This Saturdays show is superb Please check our website for details www.monkeybusinesscomedyclub.co.uk .

    Martin Bessermn Wed Apr 24
    Rated as: 5/5
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