Comedy events in Bath

Komedia on Westgate Street is Bath's dedicated comedy venue — a former church crypt with weekly touring acts on the Edinburgh Fringe circuit. The Forum handles headline names when they come through. The Bath Fringe (May–June) adds a strand of comedy across smaller venues. Here's what's on and where.

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Comedy venues in Bath

Komedia Bath

Cap. ~220

22 Westgate Street, BA1 1EP

Varies — see Komedia website for current listings

Bath's main comedy venue in a former church crypt. Strong programme of touring comedians — the same circuit as Edinburgh Fringe and the London clubs. Regular Saturday night shows; occasional midweek specials. Tickets typically £10–25.

The Bell Inn — open mic nights

Cap. ~100

103 Walcot Street, BA1 5BW

Occasional — not on fixed schedule

The Bell runs occasional comedy open mic and spoken word nights alongside its regular music programme. Informal, community-run, free entry. Check the pub's Facebook or noticeboard for upcoming dates.

The Forum Bath

Cap. ~2,200

1 Corn Street, BA1 1UN

Occasional major acts — check listings

The Forum programmes major comedy acts for larger-scale shows — typically headline comedians on national tours. Limited dates per year; check listings for upcoming names. Higher ticket prices (£25–45) than club venues.

Bath Fringe Festival — comedy strand

Cap. Varies

Various venues across Bath

Annual, May–June

The Bath Fringe Festival (typically May–June) has a strong comedy strand across multiple smaller venues. Ticket prices lower than club venues; mix of established and emerging acts. Good for discovering new names.

Staying overnight for a comedy show?

Komedia and The Forum are both in the city centre — a 5-minute walk from Bath Spa station and most central hotels. Booking.com shows live room availability for the night you're attending.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I see comedy in Bath?
The main comedy venue in Bath is Komedia (22 Westgate Street) — a dedicated comedy club and cabaret venue with a weekly programme of touring acts. Tickets typically £10–25. The Forum Bath occasionally programmes major headline comedians for larger shows. The Bath Fringe Festival (May–June) has a comedy strand across various smaller venues at lower prices.
What comedy events are on in Bath this weekend?
For comedy events specifically this weekend in Bath — with ticket links and current availability — see our comedy events this weekend page. Komedia is the most consistent source of weekend comedy in Bath.
Is Komedia Bath any good?
Komedia Bath is a proper comedy club venue — not just a pub back room. The space works well for stand-up (good sightlines, separate stage, proper PA), the comedy is mainstream touring circuit acts, and the atmosphere is reliably good. It draws the same circuit as Edinburgh Fringe-tested comedians. Tickets £10–25 depending on the act. The former church crypt setting is unusual and adds character.
Does Bath have a comedy festival?
Not a standalone comedy festival — but the Bath Fringe Festival (typically May–June, sometimes called Fringe Arts Bath) includes a strong comedy and cabaret strand across multiple venues. It's one of the better opportunities to see emerging and established comedy acts in Bath at lower-than-usual ticket prices. Check the Fringe website for current year dates.

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