While music fans have Leeds Festival on the horizon this month, comedy lovers shouldn’t feel left out given the wealth of stand-up talent heading to the city in August.
From the First Direct Arena playing host to one of Liverpool’s biggest comedic success stories, through to the carefully curated weekend showcases at The Glee Club, we’ve scoured local venues to bring you our pick of 17 fantastic comedy shows taking place this month.
Whether you're looking for an arena-scale spectacle, the cosy confines of a Hyde Park basement, or simply trying to enjoy dinner without choking on your drink at Glee, tickets for many of these shows are still available via See Tickets, Skiddle, or directly from the venues.
Here’s what’s on offer across Leeds this August to guarantee a good laugh!
13. Paul Tonkinson (August 29)
A sensational radio host, Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow star, and long-time Michael McIntyre tour support headline the final Saturday of the month. 😂 The HiFi Club