Brighton Fringe Shows

Have a look through our selection of shows... we hope we have something you'll want to see in Brighton!


List Shows: By Name | By Start Time

Listings for 30 May, sorted by Start Time

12:00

Adventures: Journey through Dungeons with Dragons

Adventures: Journey through Dungeons with Dragons

Childrens

Adventures: Journey through Dungeons with Dragons

Childrens

a&o Hostel Bar / Front Room
MAY 2, 9, 16, 23, 26, 28, 30 at 12:30 (60 min) - Paid tickets from £7

Imagine a stage where dragons, wizards, and brave adventurers come alive; not from a script, but through the laughter and creativity of children. Adventures! Is kid-friendly DnD-type improv show where young audiences guide the story, shape the heroes, and even roll the dice to determine what happens next. Every performance is unique: children shout out suggestions, help solve puzzles, and sometimes even hop up to improvise as goblins, fairies, or courageous wizards. With the help of a friendly story master Donal (the comedian behind the Science Magic shows) each quest is as much about giggles ...


Can we talk about this?: Work In Progress

Can we talk about this?: Work In Progress

Comedy

Can we talk about this?: Work In Progress

Comedy

The Walrus / Hideaway
MAY 30 at 12:30 (60 min) - PWYC

Now whether you're approaching, currently in your thirties or would like to reminisce about they way things were, this show is for you. And if you're really young and want a glimpse of what your future could entail if you don't eat all your veggies, this is also for you. Of course all manner of other topics will be discussed and they'll be so relatable. Like super relatable - almost like I have gained access to your private emails through an elaborate phishing scam. You'll be surprised by how many people's password is still ABC123! In today's world, it feels like there are so many things...


13:00

Ashley Haden Presents Crosswords

Ashley Haden Presents Crosswords

Comedy

Ashley Haden Presents Crosswords

Comedy

The Temple Bar / Upstairs Temple
MAY 30-31 at 13:45 (60 min) - Free and Unticketed

Crosswords is exactly what is says. Top comedians and the audience do a crossword and laugh. Get together, get the clues and get laughs. Pegasus Compilation show of the year 2024...


14:00

A Puppet Zoo Adventure!

A Puppet Zoo Adventure!

Childrens

A Puppet Zoo Adventure!

Childrens

a&o Hostel Bar / Front Room
MAY 24-31 at 14:00 (50 min) - Paid tickets from £5

A Puppet Zoo Adventure is a delightful blend of laughter and learning where animals come to life! Join Steph and Layla as they explore the zoo and the animals that need your help! This 45-minute interactive show is perfect for under 10s and involves ventriloquism, magic and a whole lot of laughter! 'Topped off with puppetry, great comedy, and enough energy to jump start a truck' (TheWeeReview.com, 2023)....


Isabelle Glinn On Ice

Isabelle Glinn On Ice

Comedy

Isabelle Glinn On Ice

Comedy

The Caroline of Brunswick / Upper Lounge
MAY 9, 30 at 14:00 (60 min) - Pay What You Want tickets from £7

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Fallen child figure skating starlet now drives the Zamboni at the ice rink. Is this her destiny? Or can she glide her way back to the top again? Isabelle Glinn will delight you in this whimsical and totally ridiculous solo clown show through the medium of song, dance and of course, Ice. 'Charm-personified' - Reviews Hub Recent praise for Isabelle: ‘A Phenomenal performance…impressive to see such creativity on display’ - Fringe Review ‘Over-confident in her sporting abilities’ - Broadway World ★★★★ ...


Best of Brighton Fringe for Kids

Best of Brighton Fringe for Kids

Childrens

Best of Brighton Fringe for Kids

Childrens

The Walrus / Hideaway
MAY 23-25, 30-31 at 14:00 (60 min) - Paid tickets from £5

A friendly fun-filled afternoon show with a revolving line-up of the best children's and family-friendly performers from around the Fringe. An event for all the family to enjoy together. "Music, comedy and magic kept the kids entertained... whizzed past and was perfectly timed for child attention spans... Left the kids wanting more... My eight-year-old absolutely loved it!" (Child-Friendly Brighton) "Mums and dads will be onto a winner with this afternoon of delightfully immature comedy full of magic" (Melbourne Comedy Festival) "Great show" (The Scotsman) "The kids had a great ...


15:00

Dr Mew's Sci-Fi Cabaret

Dr Mew's Sci-Fi Cabaret

Cabaret

Dr Mew's Sci-Fi Cabaret

Cabaret

The Temple Bar / Upstairs Temple
MAY 30-31 at 15:00 (60 min) - Pay What You Want tickets from £0

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A sci-fi themed show featuring cabaret acts who love sci fi and see it from a queer friendly perspective. Audience are free to cos-play. Hosted by SJ Wyatt and a cat who used to be an incel man. ...


Laughing Horse CLEAN Pick of the Fringe

Laughing Horse CLEAN Pick of the Fringe

Comedy

Laughing Horse CLEAN Pick of the Fringe

Comedy

a&o Hostel Bar / Front Room
MAY 2-4, 9-10, 16-17, 23-25, 30-31 at 15:15 (60 min) - Tickets £6-£7

The Pick of the Fringe has been a hit show at Brighton Fringe for 19 years, an annual selection of the very best in stand-up comedy at Brighton Fringe. And this is the clean version! It's the same succulent smorgasbord of fantastically funny stand-up comedy headliners and the best in fresh new talent, just with the swear words taken out, and comedy suitable for everyone! (And there's a swear jar on stage, just in case the comedians mess up!) There are four different comics at each show, all selected from shows all around Brighton Fringe with something for everyone - so for the bigg...



Woman(33)

Woman(33)

Comedy

Woman(33)

Comedy

The Caroline of Brunswick / Upper Lounge
MAY 16-17, 30-31 at 15:15 (60 min) - Pay What You Want tickets from £5

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Woman (33) is a one-woman clown/character comedy show starring Woman (33), who has a bag of tote bags, a uterus in retrograde and an inkling that her life is one size too small. From crying in front of Costa and the menace of cutting her own fringe to looking for solace in IKEA, this is the story of finding joy. The show takes place in her first-ever therapy session, as she attempts to piece herself back together after that Costa incident. She realises recovery will take more than a bubble bath or a trip to IKEA, and begins confronting the parts of herself she’d rather ignore: the environm...


101 Ways to Annoy your parents and other really old people!

101 Ways to Annoy your parents and other really old people!

Childrens

101 Ways to Annoy your parents and other really old people!

Childrens

The Walrus / Hideaway
MAY 23-31 at 15:15 (60 min) - Paid tickets from £7

Title says it all! *Evil laugh*. Don’t worry, I’ll also teach the parents how to annoy their kids as well. From multi award-winning kids comedian Matty Grey. Laugh your guts out of your butthole as he brings the chaos of his mind to the Brighton Fringe Festival. ‘Matty Grey is the master of children’s entertainment and he knocks it out of the park‘ ★★★★★ Advertiser, Adelaide ‘Matty Grey is loud, enthusiastic, and will (mildly) insult your children!’ ★★★★★ PlayAndGo.com.au Winner: Best Kids Show, Adelaide Fringe 2023....


16:00

Sajeela Kershi - Rebel Without Applause! WIP

Sajeela Kershi - Rebel Without Applause! WIP

Comedy

Sajeela Kershi - Rebel Without Applause! WIP

Comedy

The Temple Bar / Upstairs Temple
MAY 9, 16, 23, 30 at 16:15 (60 min) - Free and Unticketed

Multi-award winning comedian/writer/broadcaster (Winner AWA, Argus Angel & Star of Edinburgh Award Best show) returns to Brighton Brighton Fringe with her hilarious new show about our inner Rebel! Whether you're a Rebel with/without a cause, pause or menopause. It's time for ALL the Rebels from Gen X,Y and Zee to unite! Are you ready comrades? Then lets get this S**t Sorted in Solidarity! (Seen/heard/written for various TV/Radio (BBC, C4, ITV, Comedy Central TalkTV & much more) 'Smart, funny with a mischievous glint' (Times) 'Should be made available on prescription' (Skinny)...


Paul Merryck - Lager Jus

Paul Merryck - Lager Jus

Comedy

Paul Merryck - Lager Jus

Comedy

a&o Hostel Bar / Front Room
MAY 30-31 at 16:30 (60 min) - Pay What You Want tickets from £8

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Lager Jus – 25 Glorious Years of the 21st Century For all of you who think the old 2000s so far has been a bit shit – think again! From Richard Madeley’s Millenium Cupboard to the new series of Pro-Celebrity Dogging, the 21st Century has been an absolute delight. It’s been an amazing time too for veteran Essex Comedian Paul Merryck, so join him as he takes you on a journey through time, joyously and tenuously intertwining seismic global changes with the continuous unravelling of his ridiculous life. WARNING: Unlike many fringe shows, there’s no profound message or meaning that will g...


Dan Kelly: How I Went to Every Supermarket in the World

Dan Kelly: How I Went to Every Supermarket in the World

Comedy

Dan Kelly: How I Went to Every Supermarket in the World

Comedy

The Caroline of Brunswick / Upper Lounge
MAY 30-31 at 16:30 (60 min) - Pay What You Want tickets from £7

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Dan has been a data collector for 10 years. You know when they say how much it costs to live somewhere? He's the guy who has to find out. He goes around the world and walks around supermarkets recording the prices of apples/cheese/you name it into his Dictaphone. He's been to pretty much every supermarket, in every country, in the world. This is the story of how. From the man who brought you How I Came Third in the North Korean Marathon. Praise for How I Came Third in the North Korean Marathon: “A great life-affirming tale” - The Dark Chat “Very entertaining and funny” - John Fleming ...


Best of Brighton Fringe Comedy

Best of Brighton Fringe Comedy

Comedy

Best of Brighton Fringe Comedy

Comedy

The Walrus / Hideaway
MAY 2-4, 9-10, 16-17, 23-25, 30-31 at 16:30 (60 min) - Paid tickets from £5

Following sell-out performances at the Edinburgh and Adelaide Fringes, comes a show consisting of an MC and four of the best established and up-and-coming comedians at the Fringe. A show guaranteed to deliver a superb hour of fun and laughter. "The best thigh-slapping, cackling laugh of a time I’ve ever had ... something for everyone'"★★★★1/2 FringeFeed.com.au "Hilarious comics ... a solid comedy show well worth the ticket price"★★★★ FringeFeed.com.au "Fast and funny...The audience loved it...Sweetly, wildly hilarious" ★★&...


17:00

Brighton Belles

Brighton Belles

Comedy

Brighton Belles

Comedy

The Temple Bar / Upstairs Temple
MAY 2-4, 9-10, 16-17, 23-25, 30-31 at 17:30 (60 min) - Paid tickets from £4

Following on from its success in 2023, 2024, 2025, this delightful, funny, award-nominated show returns with a revolving line-up of the best established and up-and-coming female comedians from around Brighton and the Fringe....


Best in Fringe Comedy - The Early Show

Best in Fringe Comedy - The Early Show

Comedy

Best in Fringe Comedy - The Early Show

Comedy

a&o Hostel Bar / Front Room
MAY 2-4, 9-10, 16-17, 23-25, 30-31 at 17:45 (60 min) - Tickets £6-£7

It's the very best in Fringe Comedy, in a early evening weekend show! This is a finely selected comedy line-up with an exciting mix of top comedy headliners, the pick of the UK and International comedy circuits and the best performers selected from shows all around the Brighton Fringe. See a bundle of hilarious comics all packed together into this laugh-out-loud and side-splitting hour of comedy featuring five fantastically funny comedians. It's different at every show. You'll see something you weren't expecting, something new and maybe something extraordinary! It's the perfect sta...



My Name is Spring Day and Other Stupid Facts

My Name is Spring Day and Other Stupid Facts

Comedy

My Name is Spring Day and Other Stupid Facts

Comedy

The Caroline of Brunswick / Upper Lounge
MAY 30 at 17:45 (60 min) - Paid tickets from £5

Did you know that Eyes Wide Shut is a Christmas movie or that David Bowie’s penis was a once described in an interview as ‘the swinging pendulum of a grandfather clock?’? Watch Live at the Apollo comedian Spring Day prove that not only is truth stranger than fiction, it’s a lot funnier too. A joke heavy storytelling show that perfectly balances the fun with the pathos… It would make a very good movie’★★★★ On the Mic Wow, does Spring Day have an amazing story to tell'★★★★ Beyond The Joke ‘A sharp set with great punchlines’★★a...


RPJ: Role-Playing James

RPJ: Role-Playing James

Comedy

RPJ: Role-Playing James

Comedy

The Walrus / Hideaway
MAY 23, 30 at 17:45 (60 min) - PWYC

Professional Games Master and comedian James Bennison invites YOU to enter a magical world of his creation in which, using the power of imagination, you will be able to fight large fire-breathing lizards in subterranean lairs, but which, for legal reasons, is completely different from any other popular role-playing game you may have heard of. Three members of the audience will need to use all their brain power and creativity to embark on a magical quest and save the day, as well as rolling gigantic twenty sided dice in the hopes the number will be high enough to guarantee success. Will y...


18:00

Vladimir McTavish: 2026 (Work in Progress)

Vladimir McTavish: 2026 (Work in Progress)

Comedy

Vladimir McTavish: 2026 (Work in Progress)

Comedy

The Temple Bar / Upstairs Temple
MAY 28-31 at 18:45 (60 min) - Pay What You Want tickets from £10

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Following the sell-out success of his 2025 Edinburgh Fringe show "The Last Chance Saloon", Vladimir McTavish returns to Brighton with some "2026 Hits The Fan". Hilarious personal observations and new insights into the state of the world in 2026. "One of the finest acts on the Scottish comedy circuit" (Guardian) "Inspired comedy brilliance" (Australian Stage)...


19:00

Cheap Laughs - Best Of Brighton

Cheap Laughs - Best Of Brighton

Comedy

Cheap Laughs - Best Of Brighton

Comedy

a&o Hostel Bar / Front Room
MAY 1-3, 8-9, 15-16, 29-30 at 19:00 (60 min) - Paid tickets from £6

See the very best of upcoming comedy talent at a low price! Local comedian Dave Fensome (MC of the infamous Late Show) draws on over 10 years of experience to bring you a showcase featuring his very favourite acts from Brighton thriving comedy scene and beyond. Expect fantastic new faces, expereince circuit regulars and maybe even the odd celebratory guest! Different line ups every night! Incredible value, and huge laughs....


Nathan Cassidy: Weeee!

Nathan Cassidy: Weeee!

Comedy

Nathan Cassidy: Weeee!

Comedy

The Caroline of Brunswick / Upper Lounge
MAY 2, 30 at 19:00 (60 min) - Free ticketed

Multi-award winning standup with a work of art about the happiness we feel running down a hill on a starry, starry night - Weeee! Is stand-up comedy just throwaway crowd work clips now? Or can it still be something beautiful — something that connects us? In Weeee!, critically acclaimed comedian Nathan Cassidy sets out to prove that stand-up can still be a true art form. Each night, he creates a brand-new work of art with the audience’s help — spontaneous, moving, and unforgettable. Against the noise of social media and cheap laughs, Cassidy dares to bring us together for something real. But...


Laughing Horse Pick of the Fringe

Laughing Horse Pick of the Fringe

Comedy

Laughing Horse Pick of the Fringe

Comedy

The Walrus / Hideaway
MAY 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 at 19:00 (60 min) - Tickets £7-£10

"The Pick of the Fringe" returns to Brighton - an annual selection of the very best in stand-up comedy at the Fringe! This show is a succulent smorgasbord of fantastically funny stand-up comedy headliners, alongside the best in fresh new talent - with four different comics at each show, selected from shows all around the Fringe - every single night of the Fringe! There's something for everyone - for the biggest laughs and best comedy acts, this is the show for you! A sell-out worldwide hit show at festivals globally, including Brighton, Edinburgh, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Hollywood...


20:00

LJ DA FUNK in... Horny Organic Farmer Lady Shuffle

LJ DA FUNK in... Horny Organic Farmer Lady Shuffle

Comedy

LJ DA FUNK in... Horny Organic Farmer Lady Shuffle

Comedy

The Temple Bar / Upstairs Temple
MAY 15-16, 22-24, 29-30 at 20:00 (60 min) - Paid tickets from £4

New Venue. New Time. Same Nonsense! Brighton Fringe legend LJ DA FUNK returns with yet another hour of incomprehensible frivolity. Suitable mainly for weak-spirited aficionados of aggravated pomp. The show may or may not have something to do with the title. At the time of writing it does not. ...


Lab Rats: A Science Gameshow

Lab Rats: A Science Gameshow

Comedy

Lab Rats: A Science Gameshow

Comedy

a&o Hostel Bar / Front Room
MAY 29-30 at 20:15 (60 min) - Paid tickets from £7

Comedy! Science! Games! Cookies!! Join zoologist and comedian Donal Vaughan and take part in a live audience science game show with a difference. The audience is divided into teams to compete in various games to earn glory and get some cookies. And electric shocks for the losers. (Maybe not electric shocks, but losers don't get cookies.) ...



Alex Kitson: It's For You

Alex Kitson: It's For You

Comedy

Alex Kitson: It's For You

Comedy

The Caroline of Brunswick / Upper Lounge
MAY 30 at 20:15 (60 min) - Free ticketed

Multi-award winning comedian and Best of Brighton Fringe Comedy Award Nominee Alex Kitson returns to Brighton with his latest hour of stand-up. This time, he’s talking about attention. If you could direct yours his way for a moment he'd be very grateful. Best Reviewed Shows of the Edinburgh Fringe 2025 “The future of British comedy ” - ★★★★★ ThreeWeeks “The audience laughter is non-stop” - ★★★★★ The Phoenix Remix “Expertly constructed punchlines… Insanely original” - ★★★★★ European Comedy ISH Edi...


Laughing Horse Pick of the Fringe

Laughing Horse Pick of the Fringe

Comedy

Laughing Horse Pick of the Fringe

Comedy

The Walrus / Hideaway
MAY 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 at 20:15 (60 min) - Tickets £7-£10

"The Pick of the Fringe" returns to Brighton - an annual selection of the very best in stand-up comedy at the Fringe! This show is a succulent smorgasbord of fantastically funny stand-up comedy headliners, alongside the best in fresh new talent - with four different comics at each show, selected from shows all around the Fringe - every single night of the Fringe! There's something for everyone - for the biggest laughs and best comedy acts, this is the show for you! A sell-out worldwide hit show at festivals globally, including Brighton, Edinburgh, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Hollywood...


21:00

Ashley Haden: Genocidal Liberal 2, Electric Boogaloo Work in Progress

Ashley Haden: Genocidal Liberal 2, Electric Boogaloo Work in Progress

Comedy

Ashley Haden: Genocidal Liberal 2, Electric Boogaloo Work in Progress

Comedy

a&o Hostel Bar / Front Room
MAY 28-30 at 21:30 (60 min) - Free and Unticketed

Every year Ashley Improves. Every year the world gets worse. Coincidence? Yes. Anyway. Ashley Haden is back with a follow up to his favourite title. Ugly comedy for an ugly world....


Nathan Cassidy: Ewwww!

Nathan Cassidy: Ewwww!

Comedy

Nathan Cassidy: Ewwww!

Comedy

The Caroline of Brunswick / Upper Lounge
MAY 2, 30 at 21:30 (60 min) - Free ticketed

Multi-award winning and critically acclaimed comic with a new show about something he doesn’t want to reveal. WARNING: CONTAINS FULL-FRONTAL NUDITY. Ewwww!’ After a single throwaway comment from a 20-year-old, Nathan Cassidy begins to unravel — is he old now? Does he care? In this daring and hilarious new hour, Cassidy responds the only way he knows how: by taking the biggest risks of his professional life. With time running out, what will he do to chase the high? Maybe nudity. Maybe a mic drop you’ll never forget. Expect powerful storytelling, brutal honesty and an image that might live w...


Shaggers

Shaggers

Comedy

Shaggers

Comedy

The Walrus / Hideaway
MAY 1-3, 8-9, 15-16, 22-24, 29-30 at 21:30 (60 min) - PAID

The popular worldwide show returns to Brighton with a revolving line-up of hilarious comedians of all varieties with their best material based around sex and relationships. ★★★★★ "The perfect way to close a night at the festival" Funny Tonne, Melbourne ★★★★★"A tour de force of laughter-filled mischievous comedy" Arts In Leicestershire ★★★★★ "Excellent" edfringe.com ★★★★★ "Some well-picked mischievous unburdened comedy" Voice Magazine, Brighton Fringe ★ ...


22:00

Ask A Stripper: Pulling Back the G-String

Ask A Stripper: Pulling Back the G-String

Comedy

Ask A Stripper: Pulling Back the G-String

Comedy

The Caroline of Brunswick / Upper Lounge
MAY 9, 15-16, 29-30 at 22:45 (60 min) - Pay What You Want tickets from £15

Book a PWYW Ticket in advance for this show to guarantee entry, or turn up at the venue for free with the option of donating at the end of the show

Ask A Stripper is a comedy show like no other. Real life strippers reveal all in this fiercely feminist and riotously funny Q&A. Ever wanted to know what strippers eat for breakfast? How do they really spend their money? Ever dated a customer? Stacey Clare (author of "The Ethical Stripper") and Sabrina Jade (star of reality TV show "Slagwars") return to Brighton Fringe with their candid humour, razor sharp wit and iconic stage presence. No one does crowd-work like strippers can - from working long hours performing for boozed up punters, there is no heckle they can't shut down. Ask A Stripper l...


Ed Mulvey: For Sale - Dead Dog Never Worn

Ed Mulvey: For Sale - Dead Dog Never Worn

Comedy

Ed Mulvey: For Sale - Dead Dog Never Worn

Comedy

The Walrus / Hideaway
MAY 9, 16, 22, 30 at 22:45 (60 min) - Pay What You Want tickets from £5

Book a PWYW Ticket in advance for this show to guarantee entry, or turn up at the venue for free with the option of donating at the end of the show

The shortest story ever told (1hr). His dog is for sale. And that's not all. Ed Mulvey delivers a double measure of grim hilarity with a chaser of unworn dog. A cry against help from the Elon Musk of emotions. After his imaginary dog died, Ed chose to exploit this for marketing purposes. Expect an exploration of ethical edge cases and sophisticated filth from a man who when in the gutter revolves to get a better view. Shortlisted for Best Newcomer Edinburgh Ish Awards 2025 Shortlisted for Best Newcomer British Comedy Guide 2025 Roast Battle UK Finalist 2023...