Stand Up and Comedy in Edinburgh 2023-2024

Browse the listings of comedy shows in Edinburgh and you’ll soon discover that laughs are all year round, not just during the Fringe! Although best known for its internationally famous summer festival, Scotland’s capital city is buzzing with the very best stand up comedy, satirical shows and rib-tickling plays come rain, shine or snow.

Some of the biggest names on the circuit visit on tour, so whether you’re a fan of pitch-black humour, spry observational comedy or political satire, there will always be something to tickle your fancy. If you want a hilarious night out, keep an eye on our listings for the very best Edinburgh comedy to book tickets for now.

Sarah Millican: Late Bloomer

Sarah Millican has become quite the nation’s darling, thanks to her warm, confessional and hilariously crude anecdotes and observations. She is a master at making us squirm and commiserate at the embarrassments of everyday life! In her chatty new show, Millican invites you to explore how shy teenage Sarah turned into loud and proud adult Sarah, with plenty of cringy stories and slyly bawdy jokes along the way. It’s set to be one of the highlights of Edinburgh comedy in 2024.

James Acaster: Hecklers Welcome

After making audiences up and down the UK howl with laughter in his specials Repertoire and Cold Lasagne Hate Myself 1999, James Acaster’s latest show is a must-see for fans of stand up comedy in Edinburgh. He’s really proud of it, but you can heckle him if you want! Acaster is one of our best modern comedians, a regular on TV panel shows, and is guaranteed to get you giggling with his unique brand of observational humour.