Local Laughs
A hand-picked selection of local comedy treats + a sprinkling of the Festival's finest international acts = one of the sweetest comedy showcases around. Hugely popular with comedians and audience alike, you’re guaranteed top laughs at one of Australia’s best comedy rooms.
Find out for yourself why Local Laughs has an international reputation and – at 22 years – is the longest running weekly comedy night in Melbourne.
Great comedy, top venue, food'n'drinks. Hoorah.
'It’s a big hilarious hug of a night with hands down the best food and booze selection in town. Wherever you are, it’s worth the trip.' Herald Sun
‘One of the most reliably entertaining comedy nights in the city.' Time Out
Suitable for audiences 18+
Language – occasional coarse language
A hand-picked selection of local comedy treats + a sprinkling of the Festival's finest international acts = one of the sweetest comedy showcases around. Hugely popular with comedians and audience alike, you’re guaranteed top laughs at one of Australia’s best comedy rooms.
Find out for yourself why Local Laughs has an international reputation and – at 22 years – is the longest running weekly comedy night in Melbourne.
Great comedy, top venue, food'n'drinks. Hoorah.
'It’s a big hilarious hug of a night with hands down the best food and booze selection in town. Wherever you are, it’s worth the trip.' Herald Sun
‘One of the most reliably entertaining comedy nights in the city.' Time Out
Suitable for audiences 18+
Language – occasional coarse language
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