Stand-up and Comedy in Manchester 2024

For fans of comedy, Manchester is the place to be in 2024. As the cultural powerhouse of the North, the city has always enjoyed a vibrant comedy scene and this year, Manchester's top venues will be hosting a huge number of Britain's biggest stand-up acts for big nights of laughs. A varied selection of comedians perform all year round, delivering dark humour, surreal or observational stand-up routines - so whatever you’re in the mood for, there is something coming up to tickle just about any funny bone.

Comedy plays and variety shows also stop off at Manchester on their tours of the UK, so expect plenty of options for a hilarious night out. Keep an eye on this page to stay informed of the best comedy shows to catch in Manchester.

Julian Clary - A Fistful of Clary

King of bawdy humour Julian Clary is back on tour with brand new material and it’s set to be a riotous night out. An expert at making even the most innocuous statement sound suggestive, Clary’s latest show has a Wild West theme. We can already anticipate just how hilarious his quips will be this time around, and there is no doubt that A Fistful of Clary is one of the biggest comedy shows in Manchester to book now.

Ed Gamble: Hot Diggity Dog

Ed Gamble claimed that “terrifying ego and an astonishing lack of self-esteem got me into comedy” and we’re glad it did! Expect lots of whip-smart and eye-wateringly funny observational comedy, and maybe a few rants and raves, in his latest tour Hot Diggity Dog. There is no shortage of stand up comedy in Manchester to choose from, but Off Menu and Taskmaster star Gamble’s anticipated tour is one you really don't want to miss.