The Last Laugh: The best comedy events on Skiddle - May 2025
We are back once again with the May edition of Last Laugh, where we look at all the best comedy events on sale on Skiddle in 2025; check them out below!
Date published: 12th May 2025
May has arrived, and the sun has come along with it! And whilst the heat may only just be starting to come out again, one thing that never went away was the UK's comedy scene; however, given the events coming up in the following months, you'd be hard pressed to say it isn't heating up too!
Whether it's upcoming heavyweights like Paul Smith and Katherine Ryan, Lauren Pattison's brand-new show in Glasgow, a special comedy night supporting Prestwich Pride in Manchester, or the hilarious Emmanuel Sonubi lighting up Birmingham. From Glasgow to Southampton, Skiddle has your comedic cravings covered.
So, scroll on, explore this month’s hilarious show lineup, and grab your tickets in the boxes provided.
Festival of Comedy Leicester presents PAUL SMITH
When: Sunday 15th June 2025
Where: Abbey Park in Leicester
Scouse sensation Paul Smith headlines the Festival of Comedy in Leicester's picturesque Abbey Park. Known for his quick wit and riotous conversations with the audience, Paul promises an evening of laughter that will most likely be at the expense of the front row.
Plus, with Emmanuel Sonubi, Rob Thomas, Lori Smith, Jack Gleadlow, and more also on the bill at Abbey Park, this will be a whole evening of side-splitting hilarity. Grab your tickets below now and don't miss out!
Good Times Comedy Gala starring Katherine Ryan & friends!
When: Monday 26th May 2025
Where: Good Times At The Ridings in Chipping Sodbury
The Good Times Comedy Gala is back for 2025 at their new home in Chipping Sodbury, and with a lineup like this one, you can guarantee an evening of belly laughs with some of the biggest names in comedy!
With the riotously funny-woman and household name Katherine Ryan headlining, and a talented selection of supporting talent including the likes of Henning Wehn, Ania Magliano, and Cerys Nelmes. The integrity of your funny bone will truly be tested at this one. Grab your tickets below!
Lauren Pattison: Big Girl Pants
When: Saturday 24th May 2025
Where: Blackfriars Basement in Glasgow
Two-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Lauren Pattison returns with her brand-new show, "Big Girl Pants." Known for her feisty storytelling and sharp wit, Lauren's latest work promises to be bigger, braver, and maybe even blonder... either way, it's time to put her big girl pants on.
Catch her at the wonderful Blackfriars Basement for an evening of unmissable comedy by securing tickets below!
Comedy Night in aid of Prestwich Pride, GHT & Rainbow Noir
When: Friday 20th June 2025
Where: ICONS Prestwich in Manchester
Support a great cause while enjoying a night of laughter at ICONS Prestwich. Hoping for another sell-out year, this special night of comedy, featuring a lineup of talented comedians, is raising funds for Prestwich Pride, GHT, and Rainbow Noir.
The comedians on show are no joke (although there's are quite good). You've got the inimitable Mancunian ray of sunshine, Josh Jones; fellow Mancunian bundle of hilarity, Hayley Ellis; the infectiously relatable and raring giddiness of the West Midlands' Lindsey Santoro; all held together by host Bruce Devlin.
Grab tickets below now!
CLOSEUP COMEDY at Hockley Social Club with Emmanuel Sonubi
When: Thursday 3rd July 2025
Where: Hockley Social Club in Birmingham
The final show before the Midlands comedic heavyweights Closeup Comedy take a break for summer, join Emmanuel Sonubi and other top comedians for a night of side-splitting laughter at Hockley Social Club. Emmanuel is smashing through the ranks of the comedy world, and this
As always, Digbeth Dining Club will be there providing a top selection of award-winning street food, including a pop-up from Masterchef the Professionals winner Dan Lee. Don't miss out on their last comedic feast before the summer, grab a ticket below!.
Good Ship Comedy feat. Pete Firman & Tom Houghton (WIP)
When: Friday 11th July 2025
Set sail for an evening of magic and mirth with Pete Firman and Tom Houghton at Good Ship Comedy in London this July, as both bring their Work-In-Progress shows to this intimate setting.
Pete Firman, comedic magic extraordinaire, brings his Tricks and Giggle WIP show, which, if the 4.5 million people who follow him on socials are anything to go by, is likely to blow off heads and funny bones. Whereas Tom Houghton, off the back of a sold-out international tour, is bringing his WIP show Deep - In a world full of relentless clickbait, online distractions, and brain-rotting content, Tom’s racing brain finally became too much for him.
Grab tickets to see these two comedic stars in an intimate setting now before it's too late!
Tickets for Good Ship Comedy feat. Pete Firman & Tom Houghton (WIP)
The Laughienda Comedy Club Preston | 4th June 2025
When: Wednesday 4th June 2025
Where: The Continental in Preston
The Laughienda Comedy Club returns to Preston with a stellar lineup headlined by the effortless hilarity of one of UK Comedy's mothers, Jojo Sutherland. Joined by the searing wit of Pete Otway, with Amit Mistry and Craig Wilson in support, and hosted by Jack Kelly, it's a night packed with top-tier comedy talent.
Secure your spot for an evening of guaranteed laughs by grabbing yourself a ticket below!
Tickets for The Laughienda Comedy Club Preston | 4th June 2025
Vidura BR: Paradise Gothic (WIP) || Creatures Comedy Festival
When: Saturday 26th July 2025
Where: Creatures Comedy Club in Manchester
Sri Lankan comedian Vidura BR brings his unique blend of on-stage elegance, deadpan humour, and poignant storytelling to the Creatures Comedy Festival with his Work-In-Progress show, "Paradise Gothic."
Vidura is working out his new hour. He's trying to do songs again, too. Please forgive his hubris. Grab your tickets below now!
Tickets for Vidura BR: Paradise Gothic (WIP) || Creatures Comedy Festival
Ed Night
When: Wednesday 21st May 2025
Where: The Leadmill in Sheffield
Catch the sharp and insightful Ed Night as he takes the stage at The Leadmill. Known for his online sketches that have garnered tens of millions of views across Instagram & TikTok, as well as a nomination for the Chortle awards 2024, Ed's clever observations and quick wit have made him one of the sharpest talents on the circuit.
Don't miss this chance to see one of the UK's rising comedy stars in Sheffield this month. Grab your tickets below now!
Tickets for Ed Night
Jamie Hutchinson at The Attic, Southampton
When: Saturday 7th June 2025
Where: The Attic Southampton in Southampton
Where do you even start with podcast sensation Jamie Hutchinson? Known for his self-deprecating humour and veraciously candid storytelling, in this Work In Progress show, Jamie offers a raw and hilarious glimpse into his marvelously messed-up existence that always makes for first-class comedic cinema. Just the type of cinema that makes you hide behind your hands.
Grab your ticket below and see one of the very best comics on the circuit as he comes down to Southampton.
Tickets for Jamie Hutchinson at The Attic, Southampton
Want to check out even more of the best comedy events available on Skiddle? Well, check out our UK Comedy Guide by clicking or tapping - HERE
Check out our What's On Guide to discover even more rowdy raves and sweaty gigs taking place over the coming weeks and months. For festivals, lifestyle events and more, head on over to our Things To Do page or be inspired by the event selections on our Inspire Me page.
