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.
31. Andrew Bird, Darren Connell, Paul F Taylor and Annie Boyle (July 31)
Closing out the month with a massive Friday night bang, featuring a superb mix of whimsical storytelling and sharp observational humour - featuring Darren Connell (pictured). 😂 Glee Club | Supplied
32. Neil Delamere: Reinventing the Neil (July 31)
The star of BBC’s The Blame Game delivers a masterclass in high-tempo, razor-sharp stand-up comedy to close out July in style. 😂 City Varieties