Manchester Hosts Three-Day Comedy Festival This May
Manchester will host a three-day comedy festival in May as the A Lovely Weekend event returns. The festival runs Friday 29 to Sunday 31 May 2026 at Fairfield Social Club.
Event overview
The weekend will feature around 20 shows across three days. Organisers expect packed houses at Fairfield Social Club, 6 Irk Street, Manchester M4.
Lineup highlights
The bill mixes TV names, podcast talent and rising comics. Several acts bring recent media buzz and sold-out credentials.
- Harriet Kemsley — known from Last One Laughing.
- Tom Lawrinson — internet comedian and social-media favourite.
- Mark Silcox — returns after sell-out shows; linked to BBC’s Man Like Mobeen.
- Sean McLoughlin — staging the first live edition of The Sean McTalk Show podcast.
- Josh Pugh — stand-up performer appearing across the weekend.
- Larry Dean — newly announced cast member of SNL UK.
- Celya AB — French comedian and writer joining the Sunday programme.
Tickets and packages
Weekend passes cost £80. They include a complimentary brew and a breakfast sarnie on Saturday and Sunday.
Single-day tickets are on sale. Saturday tickets are priced at £50 and Sunday at £45. Individual show tickets are also available.
Sponsors and local impact
The festival is supported by Found, the commercial operator of Fairfield Social Club. Found’s involvement aims to boost awareness of MeadowSide and Red Bank.
Alcohol-free brewery BRULO also sponsors the event. BRULO highlights its craft non-alcoholic beers as part of the festival hospitality.
Organisers’ statement
Producer John Stansfield said the team looks forward to three days of comedy and packed venues. The festival is described as a favourite weekend for organisers.
Practical information
A Lovely Weekend returns in late May 2026 and will be staged at Fairfield Social Club. The address is 6 Irk Street, Manchester M4.
For ticket purchases and full show times, visitors should check official festival channels and authorised sellers. Filmogaz.com will carry further updates and coverage ahead of the event.
