Top Comedy Shows In London
A slice of comedy gold!
London may be considered the capital city that never stops moving, but really, it's one that never ceases to laugh! Where awkward pauses become punchlines, tantalising tales of a troubled past get standing ovations, and you might just be picked out from the crowd - these comedy shows in London are bound to make your night feel a little lighter.
Al Murray: All You Need is Guv
Sat 2 May
London Palladium
Oi Oi then - Look who's back and heading out on a brand new tour for 2026 - it's only The Pub Landlord himself! With a barrel of new barroom banter, the iconic Al Murray is trailing the breadth and width of Britain once more on his newest tour - All You Need is Guv! One of the most recognisable comics in the country, Murray has been honing his hilarious alter-ego since 1994. Don't miss the 'people's man of the people' as he serves up his unique observations on the country and offers a balm in the form of ancient pub wisdom.
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Josh Widdicombe
15 - 16 May
Hackney Empire
Comedian, podcaster, and author Josh Widdicombe is back on the road in 2026, bringing his new show, Not My Cup of Tea, to stages across the UK. Managing expectations from the off, Josh says that the trek will be: "shorter and with lower production values than Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, but funnier and with more references to tea."
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Nick Mohammed
17 - 20 Jun
Richmond Theatre
Emmy-nominated Taskmaster loser Nick Mohammed returns to the road as his alter ego, Mr Swallow on the brand new Show Pony tour. Describing it as "payback for everyone who didn't come to the last tour", Nick promises a night of magic, music and more as he discusses all the important things, such as the highs and lows of trying to get his own sitcom, critical race theory and everything in between.
Seann Walsh
Fri 23 Oct
Hackney Empire
Everything seems to exasperate comedian Seann Walsh, and he's finding the everyday trials that make up his life are just constantly absolute torture. Little wonder then that he's named his hilarious new show after that feeling! This hour-long performance sees Seann turn his famously frazzled take on life into observational comedy genius, a natural progression following on from the success of his sold-out tour in 2023.
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Susan Calman: Tall Tales
Wed 21 Oct
Hackney Empire
Television and radio icon, and titan (spiritually) of the comedy scene, Susan Calman is back for her first tour in 10 years, coming across the UK from October 2026! Placing a whole range of topics in her finely tuned crosshairs, from ageing to tank driving, Susan Calman is back with a bang - book tickets now for a true comedic powerhouse.
Mike Wozniak
Thu 5 Nov
London Palladium
The greatest moustache in UK comedy is ready for one hell of an outing: beloved stand-up and Taskmaster favourite Mike Wozniak is heading on a UK tour with his new show, kicking off this March! Focusing - appropriately - around a bench-related anecdote, The Bench finds Wozniak at his idiosyncratic best as he spins yarns in a style entirely his own.
Ruby Wax
Wed 3 Jun
Churchill Theatre
The pioneering comedian, author, and mental health advocate Ruby Wax heads to London for a residency of her acclaimed new show, 'Ruby Wax: I'm Not As Well As I Thought I Was'. In a raw and honest evening, join Wax as she delivers her darkest and funniest show yet, delving into her search for stability in our modern world.
John Kearns
12 - 13 May
Wilton's Music Hall
Two-time Edinburgh Comedy Award winner and one-of-a-kind performer John Kearns is donning the curly wig and false teeth once again for his new show, touring the UK from February 2026! Embarking on a meandering dissection of his life at age 38, Tilting At Windmills is John Kearns at his purest, funniest, and most unapologetically odd. You'd better strap in.
Phil Wang
Thu 24 Sep
Soho Theatre Walthamstow
Uh Oh - The enormously popular British-Malaysian comedian and comedy writer Phil Wang is back! Taking his stand-up tour to venues around the UK in 2026, he will be bringing his unique, hilarious takes and anecdotes to a theatre near you. Exploding in popularity over the past few years with festival appearances, successful slots on shows both home and abroad such as Have I Got News For You and David Letterman,and now a Netflix special, the Wang train shows no sign of slowing down.
Kiell Smith
Sat 10 Oct
Soho Theatre Walthamstow
Comedian and actor Kiell Smith-Bynoe (Stath Lets Flats, Ghosts, Taskmaster) returns to the road with his show Kool Story Bro, following a wildly successful debut tour and sold out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe and in London! A smorgasbord of hilariously off the cuff improvised comedy, you the audience are tasked with giving Kiell and his celebrity guests the stories with which to build the comedy around!
Peter Kay
Fri 7 Aug
The Theatre at the O2
One of Britain's favourite comedians is back! Due to huge demand, Peter Kay has added even more dates to his record-breaking stand-up tour! the first artist ever to perform a monthly residency at London's O2 Arena, completing 45 shows and recently hitting a huge milestone: his 100th show at the Manchester AO Arena. New dates for 2025 and 2026 include his first-ever shows at Aberdeen P&J Live, Brighton Centre, and Bournemouth International Centre.
Alan Carr
27 - 31 Oct 2027
London Palladium
Does the national treasure ever say too much? Everybody's favourite chatty man is stepping off our screens and onto stages across the country this year as he sets off on his biggest UK tour yet. Titled 'Have I Said Too Much', this new show sees Alan delve into all the weird and wonderful situations he's bounced through in recent years, including his dating, the green room and his recent stint on 2025's The Celebrity Traitors!
