How to get to Glasgow Comedy Festival
Glasgow Comedy Festival takes place at venues across the whole city of Glasgow, with its most recent years spanning over 50 venues.
Getting to Glasgow is simple with Avanti West Coast. Trains to Glasgow run often from top destinations like London, Penrith and Milton Keynes. From Glasgow Central Station, where you go next will depend on which event and venue you are headed to first. Glasgow’s excellent public transport services come in helpful here - it’s a good idea to use the bus and subway systems.
Driving to Glasgow for the festival is an option, with lots of public car parks in the city centre. Visitors should however be aware of traffic and busy car parking at such a busy time for the city.
At 2024’s festival, Glasgow International Comedy Festival even partnered with First Bus. This partnership provided free travel for all ticket holders.
What to do at Glasgow Comedy Festival
Glasgow Comedy Festival has a jam-packed programme of exciting shows and events. There’s no limit to how much laughter there is to be had throughout the festival’s duration.
The festival showcases both homegrown Scottish talent and emerging comedy names from around the world. Check out the festival programme to find the best comedy shows in Glasgow and decide where to go.
There’s something to tickle everybody’s funny bone, with a vast array of comedic styles. From stand-up and improv to sketch and alternative comedy, there’s something to suit any taste.
In recent years there has been tons of non-traditional comedy. Events like square sausage tasting, comedy wrestling, live podcasts, pub quizzes and rap battles have been enjoyed. There have also been kids' shows for little ones to laugh along.
Glasgow is also home to excellent food and beverages. Visitors can enjoy delicious treats in between shows. The festival recommends local restaurants and bars like The Duke’s Umbrella, Blackfriars of Bell Street and Nonna Said.
About Glasgow Comedy Festival
The Glasgow International Comedy Festival began in 2002 and takes place every year in March. For two decades, the city of Glasgow has been thoroughly entertained by this event.
The festival aims to have a huge impact, promoting Glasgow as the funniest city in the world and celebrating Scottish culture. A large part of the festival’s values surrounds making comedy accessible. Engaging communities without a clear path into comedy is important, and the festival wants to provide more pathways.
Each year, the ‘Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow’ award is presented by the festival. This award celebrates Glaswegian warmth and sense of humour. The winner is announced at the Comedy Gala event, where recent winners like Jane Godley and Susie McCabe were awarded.
Tickets for the festival become available online but move quickly to make sure you don’t miss out.
Ways to save on your train ticket to Glasgow Comedy Festival
There are tons of tips and tricks for finding the cheapest train ticket possible with Avanti West Coast. It’s a win-win, because the more money you save on travel, the more money you can use to enjoy the beautiful city of Glasgow.
A foolproof way to always find the best rates is to book direct with Avanti West Coast. When you book direct, you avoid booking fees, get early boarding notifications and stay updated on travel information.
To find the best deals and cheapest tickets, make sure to always book in advance. By purchasing an Advance Ticket, you’ll get a great price. The earlier you book, the cheaper the ticket, so it’s a good idea to be organised.
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