32 comedy shows as the summer of laughs continues in Leeds, including Milton Jones and Peter Kay

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The summer of laughs is officially underway in Leeds as a massive line-up of 32 comedy shows brings some of the UK's biggest stand-ups, touring favourites, and top Edinburgh Fringe warm-ups to the city this July

If you are looking to escape the unpredictable British weather with some top-tier entertainment this month, Leeds has you completely covered.

Comedy fans are spoiled for choice over the next four weeks as a bumper schedule of 33 shows hits stages across the city.

From massive arena charity events and legendary touring comics to intimate, work-in-progress sets from rising stars getting ready for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, there is a style of humour to suit absolutely everyone.

Venues right across Leeds - including the Glee Club, Hyde Park Book Club, The Wardrobe, City Varieties, SevenArts, and the First Direct Bank Arena - are opening their doors to host an incredible variety of talent.

We have rounded up some of this month’s highlights heading our way this July - so you don't miss a single laugh, and with tickets available from the likes of Ticketmaster, See Tickets or from the venues’ own box offices.

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