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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13. Jonathan Oldfield & Mikey Bligh-Smith (July 15)
A double-dose of clever, fast-paced work-in-progress comedy from two incredibly creative minds on the UK circuit. 😂 Hyde Park Book Club | HPBC
14. Pierre Novellie: Work In Progress (July 16)
One of the most critically acclaimed observational comics in the UK stops by to refine his characteristically insightful, high-brow material. 😂 The Wardrobe | Contributed
15. Bebe Cave & Mike Rice (July 16)
An excellent contrasting mix of brilliant theatrical comedy and raw, unfiltered Irish storytelling in this must-watch work-in-progress double bill. 😂 Hyde Park Book Club | Contributed
16. Bruce Devlin, Elliot Steel, Dane Buckley, Mike Carter and Amit Mistry (July 17)
A brilliant Friday night showcase boasting a massive line-up of five top acts delivering everything from sharp crowd work to dark, witty storytelling - featuring Bruce Devlin (pictured) 😂 Glee Club
17. Bruce Devlin, Elliot Steel, Dane Buckley and Tom Ward (July 18)
The weekend laughs roll on with a stellar Saturday night crew, capped off by the brilliantly unique and inventive comedy style of Tom Ward (pictured.) 😂 Glee Club | Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images
18. Dane Buckley & Limahl Germain (July 19)
An incredible work-in-progress pairing featuring Dane Buckley’s effortless charm alongside Limahl Germain's (pictured) slick, highly engaging comedic style. 😂 Hyde Park Book Club