Southport Comedy Festival Under Canvas At Victoria Park

The 14th annual Southport Comedy Festival, in association with Halliwell Jones Kia Southport returns to Victoria Park for a 5th year! From the 3rd to 19th October, comedy stars from world of comedy will descend on our beautiful seaside town for 17 days of laughter. This year’s unmissable line-up features literary phenomenon and ‘Godfather of Punk Poetry’ Dr John Cooper Clarke, high-energy festival favourite Jason Byrne, universally acclaimed observational joke-master Jimeoin, American comedy legend Rich Hall, multi-award-winning comedian and broadcaster Mark Steel, internationally acclaimed Irish star Ardal O’Hanlon of Father Ted fame, Persian powerhouse and silver screen star Omid Djalili, comedian and Strictly Come Dancing star Chris McCausland, Irish Comedy Queen Deirdre O’Kane, hilariously outrageous clairvoyant from Phoenix Nights Clinton Baptiste and UK comedy icon Mick Miller—the beloved “bald man with the long hair” and a cherished entertainer for over 40 years. But it’s not just about the big names. The festival proudly champions new talent with the Southport New Comedian of the Year competition, sponsored by Dragon Soop. And if you fancy something a little different, don’t miss the return of Comedy Bingo and the feel-good nostalgia of the Back to the 80s Disco Bingo, all in support of local charities. All events are hosted in a heated luxury marquee by Elite Events, nestled in the scenic grounds of Victoria Park, home of the world-famous Southport Flower Show. So, switch off your screens, grab your coat and come out and join us for some real live comedy! Tickets and full line-up at: southportcomedyfestival.com