Leicester Comedy Festival 2026: Times, dates and venues for comedy gigs in the Harborough district

Venues in Harborough will be hosting a series of comedy gigs this week, as part of the Leicester Comedy Festival.

England's biggest comedy festival has arrived in the city this month (February) and the Big Difference Company, the charity behind the festival, will once again be bringing shows to the Harborough district as part of The Big Weekend.

The Big Difference Company, the charity behind the Leicester Comedy Festival, will once again be bringing shows to the Harborough district as part of The Big Weekend.

placeholder image — The Big Difference Company, the charity behind the Leicester Comedy Festival, will once again be bringing shows to the Harborough district as part of The Big Weekend.

"We’re proud to present such a wide variety of events this year," said the festival.

"Whether you’re after stand-up, family-friendly shows, trails, quizzes, mixed bills, or variety acts, there’s something for everyone as part of The Big Weekends.

"As well as returning hit shows at Harborough Market Hall or Lutterworth Town Hall, we are proud to welcome new venues hosting events this year, including Fifty Eight, Everards Beer Hall, Leicestershire Aero Club or Cosby Village Hall which will host an event in partnership with the Cosby Yarn Bomb Festival."

Here is a guide of what is coming up

February 11

Comedy at Louisa's Café – Louisa's Place, Market Harborough – 8pm (£15) A night of top stand-up hosted by Chris Brooker, featuring Dave Twentyman and Hannah Platt.
Fleckney Comedy Club – Fleckney Village Hall – 8pm (£15) A cosy night of laughs headlined by Matt Price, with Tony Cowards and Samantha Day.
Fifty Eight Comedy Club – Fifty Eight, Market Harborough – 7:45pm (£15) Join Alex Hylton and three top UK comedians for an evening of comedy and cocktails in this intimate town centre venue.

February 13

Fancy a Laugh? – The Octagonal Theatre, Market Harborough – 8pm (£15) Back for its third year! Hosted by Louise Leigh, featuring Adam Beardsmore, Joey Page, and Jack Campbell.
Foxton Comedy Club – Foxton Village Hall – 8pm (£15) Always a sell-out! Featuring James Cook, Louise Leigh, Sarah Johnson, and headliner Joey Page.
Pauline Eyre: Anyone for Tennis? – Lutterworth Town Hall – 2:30pm (£15) Former Wimbledon line judge Pauline Eyre serves up tennis tales, aces and laughter in this witty solo show.

February 14

Live at the Market Hall 1 – Harborough Market Hall – 8pm (£18.50) Kicking off two nights of top comedy! Headlined by Phil Nichol, with Wendy Wason, Eric Rushton, David Arnold, and MC Jason Neale. https://www.harboroughmarket.co.uk/event/the-big-weekend/

February 15

Live at the Market Hall 2 – Harborough Market Hall – 7:30pm (£18.50) A second bumper night of laughs with Nina Gilligan, Eli Baldinihin, Dani Johns, Jules O'Brian, and David Eagle.
Comedy Club 4 Kids – Harborough Market Hall – 2pm (£10) Family-friendly fun for ages 6+, featuring top comedians performing without the rude bits! https://www.harboroughmarket.co.uk/event/the-big-weekend/