10th - 13th September
Paisley Comedy Festival
Get ready for four days of laughs as Paisley Comedy Festival returns from 10–13 September, bringing a fantastic line-up of established comedians and exciting new talent to the town.
Stuart Mitchell, Susan Calman and Christopher Macarthur-Boyd are among the comedians taking to the stage, with nine shows taking place across Paisley Town Hall and Paisley Arts Centre.
Following the success of its inaugural event last year, the festival is back with another packed programme of stand-up comedy, special guests, family-friendly entertainment and open-mic nights showcasing some of the freshest comedy talent around.
What's on?
Connor Burns: Flow
Saturday 12 September | Paisley Town Hall
Don’t miss the all-new show from Connor Burns, widely regarded as one of the most exciting breakthrough acts on the global live comedy scene.
Stuart Mitchell + Friends
Saturday 12 September | Paisley Town Hall
Stuart Mitchell returns with sharper laughs, quicker replies and two special guests for a comedy night not to be missed.
Christopher Macarthur-Boyd
Saturday 12 September | Paisley Arts Centre
Following a hugely successful Fringe run in 2025, Christopher Macarthur-Boyd brings Howling At The Moon to Paisley – a new show of nocturnal stand-up covering neurodivergence, sexuality and lunacy.
Susan Calman: Tall Tales
Sunday 13 September | Paisley Town Hall
After ten years away, Susan Calman is back with a laugh-filled show packed with tall tales, dancing and barely believable adventures.
A Scottish Comedy Collective
Friday 11 September | Paisley Arts Centre
MC Hammersmith, Viv Gee, Matthew Gallagher and Billy Kirkwood bring a night of live, unleashed Scottish stand-up comedy to Paisley.
Comedy Open Mic Night
Sunday 13 September | Paisley Arts Centre
Get ready for big laughs, surprises and fresh comedy talent as aspiring and established comedians take to the mic.
Fancy giving stand-up a go? Whether you're a comedy newcomer or a seasoned performer, you can sign up on the night or email [email protected] to secure your place.
Comedy Club 4 Kids
Sunday 13 September | Paisley Arts Centre
Comedy Club 4 Kids brings some of the best stand-up and sketch acts from around the world to the stage for children and their families – without the rude bits.
It’s just like a regular comedy club, but during the day, with kids welcome and plenty of opportunities for some hilarious audience heckles. Expect big laughs and family-friendly fun.
Getting there
Heading to the festival? Paisley is well connected by McGill’s buses, with services running into the town centre, making it easy to get to the comedy without worrying about parking. Plan your journey
Prices
Prices start from £22.00