Guide to the 2025 Festival
Glasgow is the place to be in March. Welcome to the funniest city in the world.
WHEN IS THE FESTIVAL?
Wednesday 12th March until Sunday 30th March 2025.
WHAT IS ON?
The Shows
Headline acts include Susie McCabe, Russell Kane, Paul Black, The Horne Section, Connor Burns, Darren Connell, Marjolein Robertson, Here Comes The Guillotine Live and Jimeoin.
There is also a lot more than just stand up including Barrioke, live podcasts, political brunches, big comedy pub quizzes, clowning, magic, roast battles plus a whole host more.
WHERE IS THE FESTIVAL?
We have shows at over 45 different venues across Glasgow. You can view all the venues here.
HOW TO PICK WHAT TO SEE?
You can use the filters on our 2025 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. You found your show and followed the links. You have to be quick though, shows are already selling out.
TRAVELLING IN GLASGOW
Our good friends at First Bus will be providing free travel to all GICF ticket holders.
With services all across the city, simply plan your journey on the First Bus app and let the bus get you there.
Parking’s no joke – take the bus instead!
We are delighted to offer FREE travel to ticketholders for Glasgow International Comedy Festival 2025 with our Official Travel Partner, First Bus.
That’s right, your unique promo code entitles you to a Free ticket to the show, helping you do your bit for the planet – and maybe have a cheeky pint or two for good measure.
No secret code words are required – subscribe to our newsletter at the bottom of this page and we will email you out the details.
WHERE TO STAY?
If you are needing a hotel for a night in Glasgow, we highly recommend any of the following excellent hotels:
Sandman Signature Hotel Glasgow
Use the code COMEDY where people who are looking for bedroom rates can book and get 15% off BAR 7 days a week
For a 10% discount enter ‘E2069’ as the promotional code.
Sunday – Thursday: £99 BB per room (based on max 2 people sharing), available to book until 30th March (subject to availability). Quote: COMEDYCLUB
Friday – Saturday: £129 BB per room (based on max 2 people sharing), available to book until 30th March (subject to availability). Quote: COMEDYCLUB
Book Now by contacting: Heather.MacDonald@rbhmanagement.com quoting the above deal, please note it is subject to availability.
Get 15% off your stay during the festival using the code: GICF2025
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 72 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 Prince’s Square
The Clubhouse in Prince’s Square.
Bluedog on West George 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
