Comedy in Essex
Discover comedy in Essex, including upcoming dates, venues, tickets, local recommendations and useful things to do nearby.
Essex is one of the places people search when planning days out across Essex. This page brings together upcoming comedy, nearby event guides and practical local information so visitors can quickly decide what to book, where to go and what else to explore nearby.
For comedy fans, this can include stand-up nights, touring comedians, local comedy clubs, theatre shows and special one-off performances.
Upcoming Comedy in Essex

Wonderful Wednesdays – Christopher Brett Bailey: I Saw Satan the 7-Eleven
November 4, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Michael Spicer: Hope All’s Well
November 8, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Milo Edwards: Catamaran
November 10, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Comedy Store – November 2026
November 20, 2026
Charter Hall, Colchester

Knightmare
November 20, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

The Comedy Store – Canvey Island
November 28, 2026
Long Road Essex SS80JA

Sooz Kempner: Imposter
November 29, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

The Laughter Zone Comedy Club
December 4, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Ignacio Lopez: Nada
December 11, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Andy Zaltzman: 2026 – The Certifiable History
December 12, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

The Christmas Show 2026
December 17, 2026
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

The Christmas Show 2026
December 18, 2026
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

The Christmas Show 2026
December 18, 2026
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

The Christmas Show 2026
December 19, 2026
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

The Christmas Show 2026
December 19, 2026
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

The Christmas Show 2026
December 20, 2026
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

The Christmas Show 2026
December 20, 2026
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

The Laughter Zone New Year’s Eve Special + After Show Club Night with DJ Sam Leppard
December 31, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

The Laughter Zone Comedy Club
January 8, 2027
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Anyone For Tennis?
January 22, 2027
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Robert White: ‘THAT’ Gay Autistic Keyboard Tanktop Comedy Guy!
February 2, 2027
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

The Laughter Zone Comedy Club
February 5, 2027
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Rosie Holt: The Illegal Aliens Have Landed!
February 7, 2027
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Locomotive For Murder
February 7, 2027
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE
Comedy Guide for Essex
This guide is built for people searching for comedy in Essex, including locals, visitors and families planning what to do next. It combines upcoming event listings with local context, nearby areas and useful links so the page remains helpful even when the event calendar is still being updated.
New events are added regularly from venues, promoters, ticket partners and local organisers across Essex.
Useful Places and Ideas in Essex
When planning comedy in Essex, it is also worth checking local venues, attractions and places that regularly host or support days out.
Check local theatres, community spaces, parks, entertainment venues, markets and family attractions for more things to do nearby.
Explore More Near Essex
Looking beyond Essex? Browse nearby towns, county pages and wider East Anglia guides to find more events and days out.
Nearby Event Guides
See more Essex events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch comedy in Essex?
Comedy events in Essex can include stand-up nights, touring comedians, theatre shows and local comedy clubs. Check the listings for dates, venues and ticket links.
Are there stand-up comedy nights in Essex?
Yes, when available Dovetail Events lists stand-up comedy nights, touring acts and comedy shows across Essex and nearby areas.
Can I find comedy events this weekend in Essex?
Use this page and the This Weekend guide to find comedy and entertainment events happening soon.
How often is this page updated?
The page is refreshed as new event data is imported or submitted, helping keep the listings useful for people planning things to do locally.
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