Lincoln Laughs: A Brand-New City-Wide Comedy Festival

Lincoln is set to host its very first city-wide comedy festival next autumn. Lincoln Laughs will take over the city from Friday 16th - Sunday 18th October 2026, bringing non-stop laughter to Lincoln’s favourite venues.

Sponsored by Lincoln BIG, this brand-new festival will see a diverse line-up of comedians, including famous faces and fresh comedy talent, perform across a variety of venues. From theatres to bars and restaurants, the weekend will be full of unforgettable entertainment for all ages.

Lincoln Laughs will be managed by Red Shoe Entertainment, a locally-based entertainment management and promotion company who specialise in celebrity representation and live performances.

Announcing the launch, Lee Newton, Managing Director of Red Shoe Entertainment, said, “Comedy has a wonderful way of bringing people together, and that’s exactly what this festival is all about. We want to use laughter to unite venues, performers, and audiences in celebrating the local culture, supporting the local economy, and delivering a truly memorable weekend for everyone. From household names to family-friendly shows, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

We’re also delighted to announce Lincoln BIG as a sponsor. Their ongoing work to enhance the city centre experience for residents, visitors, and businesses makes them the perfect partner to help this city-wide celebration reach its full potential.”

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There’s plenty of time for the local community to get involved in this event. Venues across Lincoln can now register to become part of the festival, whilst local comedians are invited to apply for a chance to showcase their talent to Lincoln audiences. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for local businesses wanting to align their brand with this exciting new event.

Festival Details

Dates: Friday 16^th – Sunday 18^th October

Festival website, including links for venues and comedians to apply: redshoeents.co.uk/lincoln-laughs/