Guide to the 2026 Festival
Glasgow is the place to be in March. Welcome to the funniest city in the world.
WHEN IS THE FESTIVAL?
Wednesday 11th March until Sunday 29th March 2026.
WHAT IS ON?
The Shows
Headline acts include Daniel Sloss, Harry Enfield, Sue Perkins, Susie McCabe, Rosie O’Donnell, Ruby Wax, Connor Burns, Tom Davis, Jeff Dunham, Alan Davies, and Judi Love.
There is also a lot more than just stand up including Spontaneous Potter, Fesshole Live, When Billy Met Alasdair, Andrew Frost: The Greatest Card Magician in the World, hypnotists, Dungeons & Dragons, kids comedy plus a whole host more.
WHERE IS THE FESTIVAL?
We have shows at 39 different venues across Glasgow. You can view all the venues here.
HOW TO PICK WHAT TO SEE?
You can use the filters on our 2026 programme listings page or keep an eye on our social channels for show recommendations and inspiration.
You can also pick up one of our printed guides around Glasgow. Keep an eye out for them.
HOW TO BUY TICKETS?
All tickets are available via our website. Find your show and follow the links on the page. You have to be quick though, shows are already selling out.
TRAVELLING IN GLASGOW
Glasgow is easy to get around.
The majority of our venues are in the city centre and merchant city, making it all walkable.
For venues in the west end check out the Subway.
For venues in the Southside, Scotrail will get you there.
First Bus and taxis are also readily available to get you around.
WHERE TO STAY?
If you are needing a hotel for a night in Glasgow, we highly recommend any of the following excellent hotels:
Get 20% off your stay
Use promo code: GICF26
Sandman Signature Hotel Glasgow
Get 15% off your stay
Use promo code: COMEDY
Get 15% off your stay
Use promo code: F7110
Sunday – Thursday: £99 BB per room (based on max 2 people sharing), available to book until 29th March (subject to availability). Quote: COMEDY2026
Friday – Saturday: £129 BB per room (based on max 2 people sharing), available to book until 30th March (subject to availability). Quote: COMEDY2026
Book direct with their reservations department quoting the above code and picking your hotel – Ibis Styles Glasgow Central or Ibis Styles Glasgow George Square.
To book email: H9684-re@accor.com or 0141 428 3400
WHERE TO EAT?
We highly recommend any of the following restaurants and bars and what’s even better we have some lovely discounts for you too.
30% discount during the festival when pre-booking 48 hours in advance (email sales@basescotland.co.uk) at the following restaurants:
The Duke’s Umbrella on Argyle Street
Glaschu in Royal Exchange Square
Gost on Bothwell Street
Maison by Glaschu in Princes Square
The Clubhouse in Princes Square
Cuvee Princes Square in Princes Square
The Delphine in Princes Square
The Noble on Bothwell Street
Bluedog on West George Street
The Drake on Lynedoch Street
2-for-1 pizzas
Quote “Glasgow Comedy” before receiving the bill on the night, pre-booking advised but not required. Available at the following restaurants:
Blackfriars of Bell Street in the Merchant City
BAaD in the Gallowgate
Nonna Said in the Merchant City
