Comedy for Christmas

Christmas is all about spreading joy, and what brings more joy than laughter? We’re not sure anything does.

To help you share some joy with your loved ones, we’ve gathered some of the top touring comedians in 2026 and put them all in one place, creating the ultimate comedy selection box. So forget the pricey socks, the perfume, and those much-maligned deodorant sets. This year, give the gift of comedy for Christmas.

The Comedians’ Comedy

Looking to brighten up yours or a loved one’s Betwixmas? Brush those Quality Street wrappers off your belly, peel yourself off the sofa, and bring them down to The SSE Arena for some side-splitting, seasonal comedy.

Collin Geddis has assembled an all-star line-up of comedians to blitz the SSE stage this December. The Comedians’ Comedy went down a treat in 2024 and returns this year with sets from Vittorio Angelone, Micky Bartlett, Diona Doherty, Geddis himself, and more.

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Dara Ó Briain

Give that special someone a much-needed jump-start in January with a little help from one of the country’s favourite comedians. Ó Brian is back on familiar turf, bringing his latest stand-up offering to Dublin’s iconic Vicar Street for 5 nights this January. Fresh off the massive success of his last tour, ‘So, Where Were We?’, Dara carries that fine form all the way into 2026 with his new comedy creation, ‘Re:Creation’.

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Joanne McNally

After the unprecedented success of the ‘Prosecco Express’, Joanne McNally is back on the road with another beverage-inspired tour. The ‘Pinotphile’ tour is currently in full swig – sorry, swing- and selling out across the country.

The ‘My Therapist Ghosted Me’ star returns in the new year with multiple dates at Dublin’s 3Olympia Theatre, as well as a headline show at Castlebar’s TF Royal before rounding 2026 off with a huge date at 3Arena, Dublin.

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Jason Byrne

A veteran of the Irish comedy scene and far beyond, the Dubliner is reaching new heights with his latest show, Head In The Clouds, and he shows no sign of coming back down to earth. Audiences can expect a masterclass in stand-up from one of the country’s finest performers, with shows set for both Vicar Street and 3Olympia Theatre in Dublin, with further dates in Kerry, Limerick, Mayo, and Laois in 2026.

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Russell Howard

A familiar face on our TV screens for what seems like forever, Russell is stepping away from the studio lights and returning to his bread and butter. Already picking up rave reviews across the board, the Bath natives’ brand-new stand-up show ‘Don’t Tell The Algorithm’ is awash with hilarity and Russell’s razor-sharp wit. Coming to Dublin’s Vicar Street for four dates this September.

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Doireann Garrihy

Radio & TV broadcaster, and beloved podcaster, Doireann Garrihy is hitting the road with a live tour of her chart-topping podcast, The Laughs of Your Life. Doireann’s live show brings her signature podcast format to the stage, inviting special guests for a hilariously candid deep-dive into all things laughter. From their earliest memories of cracking up to the moments they found themselves being the punchline. The Laughs of Your Life comes to Kerry, Mayo & Dublin this May.

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Kevin Bridges

We’re nothing like the McCallisters — we won’t forget Kevin this Christmas! After smashing box office records with his last three tours, one of Scotland’s finest comedy exports is ready to do it all again. A man whose popularity guarantees that one show per venue is never enough, Bridges is bringing a trio of shows to The SSE Arena, Belfast this October, followed by another three-night run at 3Arena, Dublin in November.

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Harry Enfield: And No Chums!

The legendary Harry Enfield and his chums graced TV sets across the 90s with their signature blend of satire and silliness. Now, Harry’s back at it; only this time, he’s flying solo. The chums may be gone, but the classic Enfield absurdity is still alive and well. Join Harry at Bord Gáis Energy Theatre as he reflects on 40 years in the comedy game and revisits some of your favourite characters from the show’s heyday. There’s even a chance for the audience to get involved, with some time set aside for a Q&A.

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Jeff Dunham

After nearly a decade away from the limelight, Jeff Dunham is stepping back on stage. The record-breaking comedy juggernaut returns with a brand-new show, ‘Artificial Intelligence’. The title may be artificial, but the laughs are very much real.

Across his decorated career, Dunham has racked up an impressive list of accolades, including Billboard’s Top Comedy Tour for three consecutive years, America’s Favourite Comedian as named by Slate, and even a Guinness World Record for the most tickets sold for a stand-up comedy tour. Now he’s gearing up to do it all again at Dublin’s 3Arena this March.

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Didn’t find what you were looking for? If you’re still set on the gift of comedy for christmas, check out our full comedy guide below.