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Comedy in Brighton
Comedy in Brighton: every place written up honestly, with the details parents actually need.
8 places 2 free to visit
from £6.50Grinstock Comedy
East Grinstead
Sit-down comedy shows with food and drink at the table, running at venues including the University of Sussex and Saltdean Lido.
CaféRestaurant
Jill Edwards Comedy Workshops
Brighton
Stand-up comedy courses and workshops for anyone who fancies learning to write and perform their own material.
Maggie Mae's Brighton
Brighton
A Brighton nightspot for tribute acts, drag shows, silent discos and theme nights, this one's for the grown-ups.
FreeThe Comedy Rooms
Worthing
A first-floor comedy venue in Worthing with free entry and evening or Sunday shows to book online.
FreeThe Hope & Ruin
Brighton
A pub venue with gigs, poetry nights and a plant-based kitchen, open to families until 8pm.
Baby changeFood on siteToiletsVegetarian options
The Pipeline
Brighton
An 18+ bar for live gigs, comedy nights and late drinks, with a jukebox and an outdoor space to spill into.
The Quadrant
Brighton
A late-opening Brighton pub with live comedy and music nights, food served on site, and hours that stretch to 2am on Fridays and Saturdays.
Food on site
The Secret Comedy Club
Brighton · ages 16+
Stand up comedy most nights of the week in Brighton, from open mic beginners to seasoned TV names, for over-16s only.
Indoor seatingWheelchair accessible
Good to know: comedy in Brighton
Are any of them free?
Yes, The Comedy Rooms and The Hope & Ruin are free to visit.
What does a paid visit cost?
Paid entry starts from £6.50 at Grinstock Comedy. Prices, ages and facilities are listed on every place page, taken from each venue's own published price list.
Whereabouts are they?
You'll find comedy in East Grinstead, Brighton and Worthing. Every place we list is in or around Brighton, and each listing has the full address and directions.
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