October is shaping up to be a massive month for live entertainment across Leeds, with dozens of TV regulars, podcast favourites, and rising circuit stars taking to stages across the city.
From household stand-up heavyweights at the iconic City Varieties Music Hall to intimate Edinburgh Fringe breakouts at Hyde Park Book Club and packed weekend showcases at The Glee Club and The Wardrobe, there is no shortage of options to keep you laughing through the autumn.
Whether you are after razor-sharp political satire, raucous musical comedy, or dramatic spoken word, here is your ultimate guide to over 50 events coming to Leeds venues this October:
49. Morgan Rees: What A Bummer (October 29)
Welsh stand-up and online favourite returns to the road with a highly anticipated new hour of storytelling. 😂 The Glee Club Leeds
50. Rachel Fairburn: Vexy Beasts (October 29)
Co-host of All Killa No Filla brings her delightfully misanthropic, dark, and sassy stand-up set. 😂 The Wardrobe | Show poster
51. Dr John Cooper Clarke (October 30–31)
The legendary 'Bard of Salford' brings two nights of razor-sharp punk poetry, storytelling, and dry wit. 😂 City Varieties Music Hall
52. Halloween Comedy Special (October 30–31)
Spooktacular weekend stand-up sessions featuring Alun Cochrane, themed cocktails, and late-night laughs. 😂 The Glee Club Leeds | Jack Spicer Adams
53. Saturday Comedy Club with Alistair Barrie & Guests (October 31)
Top international circuit headliner Alistair Barrie closes out the month with sharp political punchlines. 😂 The Hi Fi Club