Some of the UK’s funniest rising stars and established comedy names are swapping the cobbles of the Scotland’s capital for the silver streets of the Granite City, as Aberdeen Comedy Festival gears up to welcome acts hot off the Edinburgh Fringe this autumn.
The festival, which has been revived by Aberdeen Performing Arts and supported by Aberdeen Inspired for 2025, will take place in venues across Aberdeen from Monday 22 September to Sunday 5 October.
The largest comedy showcase in the North-east, Aberdeen Comedy Festival will draw in comedy fans from across the country as it welcomes an all-star line-up for a fortnight of funny from the Fringe.
Comedians preparing to bring their critically acclaimed shows north include, rising star of Scottish comedy Connor Burns, the ever-fabulous Craig Hill, four time Edinburgh comedy award nominee Kieran Hodgson, the brilliantly eccentric Elf Lyons and more.
From razor-sharp stand-up and storytelling to award-winning sketch and alternative comedy, Aberdeen Comedy Festival will showcase over 40 comedians in some of Aberdeen’s best performance venues.
From the grand stages of His Majesty’s Theatre and the Tivol, to the intimate gig spaces of the Lemon Tree and Breakneck Comedy, the festival will bring comedy to every corner of the city.
Aberdeen Comedy Festival returns after a three year hiatus, staged by Aberdeen Performing Arts and supported by Aberdeen Inspired, who produced the festival between 2016 and 2022.
Other acts appearing in the festival include Angela Barnes, with her brand new show Angst; Taskmaster favourite Sophie Duker; Welsh-Spanish comecian Ignacio Lopez with his Fringe success Nada! and interactive family adventure, Juan Solo; and global stand-up sensation Daniel Sloss, bringing his dark, intelligent comedy back to Aberdeen.
Chief Executive of Aberdeen Performing Arts, Sharon Burgess poses with Kieran Hodgson, Stuart Mitchell, Connor Burns and Craig Hill who will perform at Aberdeen Comedy Festival. Credit: Robin Mair
Sharon Burgess, chief executive of Aberdeen Performing Arts, said: “Having a long history with the Edinburgh Fringe, a mecca for the comedy world, it gives me a great sense of pride and excitement to be bringing that energy, talent and atmosphere to Aberdeen.
“Anticipation is building as we get closer to the return of the festival and for the comedians in Edinburgh the message is clear – next stop, Aberdeen!”
Aberdeen Comedy Festival 2025 will take place Monday 22 September to Sunday 5 October at Aberdeen Performing Arts spaces and venues across the city. To browse the full programme and to book tickets, search Aberdeen Comedy Festival or visit www.aberdeenperformingarts.com.