Welcome
The Birmingham Comedy Festival is an annual 10-day festival that takes place at various venues across Birmingham every October.
Featuring a cracking mix of big names and fast-rising talent, the festival has featured not just stand-up comedy, but also film, theatre, workshops, music, spoken word, cabaret, visual arts, photography, dance, puppets, food, magic, and much more...
Our next festival is scheduled to run from Friday 4 to Sunday 13 October 2013.

That was 2012
It was one of our biggest festivals ever, with around 100 events over the 10 days, including appearances from John Bishop, Hairy Bikers, Josh Widdicombe, John Cooper Clarke, Sean Walsh, and many others. 2012 festival listings.

This is 2013
We're currently hard at work planning our next festival. Expect another great mix of comedy performances at venues across the city. Further details will be announced in the summer...

History
It's been over 10 years since our first festival. Take a brief look back at a tiny selection of some of the big names who've appeared in the past, inc. Peter Kay, The Fast Show, Michael McIntyre and Lee Evans. Read more...

Keep updated
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Taking part
We officially open for submissions around Easter with details announced via social media. However, by all means drop us a brief email before then with details of your show/ act/ activity/ event.
NOTE: All events must take place within the festival dates and within Birmingham (or Solihull).

Venues
If you have a venue or space in Birmingham and would like to host or run a festival event or activity - email us as we'd love to hear from you.
NOTE: All events must take place within the festival dates and within Birmingham (or Solihull).

Sponsorship
With a high public and media profile, the festival can provide a great platform for your brand. If you're intested in sponsoring or supporting the festival, contact us know asap.

Media
If you'd like to write about us, we'd love to hear from you. Full festival details will be announced in the summer, but please do let us know if you have impending deadlines.

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"...ten days of rib-tickling entertainment." Birmingham Mail

“The Birmingham Comedy Festival, running an impressive programme...” - Guardian

"...another stellar line-up." - I Am Birmingham

"...a buffet of delectable skits that are sure to tickle your funny bone." - GT Gay Times

“For sheer entertainment, this laugh-out-loud festival can't be beaten...” - Guardian

"Now in it's 11th year, this festival attracts a promisingly broad programme" - Independent On Sunday