With a plethora of shows taking place in the North West across 2025 - to put it mildly - those not musically inclined will be happy to know many comedy tours are set to pass the region.
For those in need of a belly laugh as we approach ‘Blue Monday’ in 2025, the likes of Peter Kay, Harry Hill, Sophie Duker and more are set to pass through Manchester, Salford, Kendal, Crewe and many more locations across the next twelve months.
We’ve scanned the gig guides to bring you 29 shows coming to venues in the region that you can’t miss, including the arrival of a US comedic star who made waves after a controversy surrounding Saturday Night Live through to the welcome return of one Julian Clary.
All the events we’ve listed still have tickets available through Ticketmaster, but in some cases your opportunity to enjoy some of the entertainment coming to the North West in 2025 might be running out sooner than you think.
So who are we looking forward to coming to the North West in 2025? Read on to find out more.
9. Al Murray
The Pub Landlord himself, Al Murray, will raise a pint to comedy fans across the North West. He’s stopping at Crewe Lyceum Theatre on January 20, Manchester’s Opera House on February 2, and the Floral Pavilion Theatre in Merseyside on March 22, 2025. | Provided
10. Andy Zaltzman
Political satirist and host of The Bugle, Andy Zaltzman, brings his quick wit and biting humour to Salford Quays' The Lowry on January 26, 2025. Expect clever commentary on current events and plenty of laughs. | The Glee
11. Ardal O'Hanlon
The beloved Father Ted star Ardal O’Hanlon will visit the North West in the autumn of 2025. Catch his hilarious stand-up at Crewe Lyceum Theatre on October 12 and Salford Quays' The Lowry on November 2. | Patrick Riviere/Getty Images
12. Babatunde Aléshé
Fast-rising comedy star Babatunde Aléshé takes the stage in September and October 2025 with shows at Manchester Academy on September 19, Hot Water Comedy Club at Blackstock Market on September 20, and Burnley Mechanics on October 11. | Provided