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Comedy in Perth

Live listings, featured venues and a local guide to comedy nights in Perth, Perthshire.

Perth is one of Scotland's key destinations for comedy, with a live scene spanning historic halls, independent clubs and pop-up spaces across the city. Whether you're a resident planning a weeknight out or a visitor building an itinerary around a headline show, this page keeps every upcoming comedy event in Perth in one place — updated daily.

Scotland is one of the world's great comedy destinations. The Edinburgh Fringe launches more stand-up careers than any other event on earth, and the year-round club circuit in Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee and Inverness keeps audiences laughing every weekend. Whether you want a big-name arena tour, a Saturday-night club with four different acts, or a free lunchtime Fringe show in the back of a pub, the country delivers.

For a wider look at the city, our Perth events guide covers everything from festivals to family days out. For more on the art form, see our Scotland-wide comedy guide.

Upcoming comedy in Perth

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No comedy events currently listed for Perth. Try all events in Perth or browse other comedy events across Scotland.

Popular venues in Perth

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Comedy highlights through the year

Edinburgh Fringe comedy

Summer

Thousands of hours of stand-up, sketch and improv across three weeks — the single biggest concentration of comedy on earth.

Tour season

Autumn

Fringe hit shows tour to Glasgow, Aberdeen and Dundee from September onwards, often in bigger rooms than they played in Edinburgh.

Christmas galas

Winter

December is packed with charity galas and multi-act Christmas specials at The Stand and other clubs.

Glasgow International Comedy Festival

Spring

Every March, GICF stages hundreds of shows across the city and rivals the Fringe for career-launching bookings.

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Comedy in Perth — FAQs

Where can I see comedy in Perth?

Perth hosts comedy events across a mix of dedicated venues, arts centres and pubs. Featured venues below plus the live listings on this page cover the current schedule.

How often are new comedy events added?

Nearby Events refreshes Perth listings daily from our data partners and direct venue submissions, so check back regularly for new gigs and shows.

When is the Edinburgh Comedy Festival?

Comedy runs throughout the Edinburgh Fringe, which takes place across most of August each year.

Are Scottish comedy clubs 18+?

Most late-night club shows are 18+. Earlier or festival shows are often 14+ or family-friendly — check the event listing.