More than 100 of the 636 shows sold out

The Glasgow International Comedy Festival has wrapped up its biggest year yet, with more than 62,300 people attending shows over 19 days.

The event hosted 636 shows and events across 43 venues, from the OVO Hydro to smaller clubs including The Stand and Blackfriars. Of those, 109 sold old.

 Performers came from more than 30 countries, including Australia, Canada, Ireland and the United States.

Among those appearing were comedian and television presenter Rosie O'Donnell, Daniel Sloss, Ruby Wax and Susie McCabe. Connor Burns played five nights at the King's Theatre, while Tim Key took three nights at Tramway. Amanda Dwyer won the Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow award, pictured.

Festival director Krista MacDonald said: ‘It’s been another record-breaking year for Glasgow International Comedy Festival as we recognise what has been an immense effort from everyone involved… we have seen the very best of comedy, and of Glasgow, on full display.

‘The industry is not without its challenges, but to see the city’s incredible local scene welcome comics from around the world, support each other's shows and be able to celebrate comedy as an artform for almost three weeks, is a real joy.’

The 2027 festival will return from March 10 to March 28.

Published: 31 Mar 2026