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Dublin comedy nights: The funniest nights out in the city

A good laugh is known to cure many ailments - and with the amount of excellent comedy nights in Dublin, we're to be as fit as a fiddle.

From monthly free comedy nights in Dublin to beloved ones that happen multiple nights per week, there is something for everyone in Dublin as long as they enjoy a good laugh.

Here are the best comedy nights in Dublin.

Read more: The 100 best things to do in Dublin

Comedy at The International

The International on Dublin's Exchequer Street plays host to comedy nights seven nights a week, with two shows on Fridays and Saturdays.

Between improv and stand up, there is so much on here and tickets can be purchased here.

Craic Den Comedy Club

Craic Den Comedy Club puts on shows six night a week in The Workman's Club and Mulligan And Haines and has been praised by those who have bought tickets to previous events.

Hysteria

Hysteria puts on comedy nights in Sin É on Ormond Quay and The Sugar Club on Leeson Street three to five nights per week, depending on the week.

Some of those nights include LGBTQ+ night Token Straight, Comedians Without Borders and Work In Progress.

Tickets can be purchased for all Hysteria Comedy nights via Eventbrite.

Hosts of queer comedy night Token Straight (Token Straight)

Laughter Lounge

The Laughter Lounge on Eden Quay is Ireland's largest comedy club and has welcomed some huge names over the years.

Tickets for upcoming Friday and Saturday nights at The Laughter Lounge go for €62 for two reserved seats and can be bought here.

Jack Wise performing ventriloquism at The Laughter Lounge in Dublin (Jack Wise)

Crash and Burn Comedy

Crash and Burn Comedy hosts shows every Thursday evening in Sin É on Ormond Quay.

With a huge number of funny folk occasionally gracing the stage here, laughs are almost guaranteed and entry is free.

The Comedy Crunch at The Stag's Head

Every Sunday and Monday night, The Comedy Crunch takes place at the Stag's Head and plays host to hilarious Irish and international talent.

Doors open at 8.15pm and the shows start at 9pm, and entry is completely free.

Ha'Penny Bridge Inn Comedy Club

The Ha'Penny Inn Comedy Club has been taking place every Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday evening in the traditional Irish pub for over 20 years.

There are ten free tickets available on Eventbrite every week for those quick enough to get them but otherwise, you have to get there early to secure a spot. Doors open at 8.15pm.

Plus, there's free ice cream for everyone who attends.

Sunday Funny Sunday

Sunday Funny Sunday is a monthly comedy night that takes place in Anseo pub on Camden Street.

Tickets are released by organisers on Eventbrite ahead of each show.

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