Rochdale Comedy Festival Set to Delight Audiences with Nationally Recognized Comedians and Rising Stars

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This year, the first-ever Rochdale Comedy Festival will be staged from Friday, 26 September 2025 to Sunday, 5 October 2025, featuring over 25 comedians at 12 venues across the borough. The festival is organized by Ace Lips Events and promises to bring established names from television and radio alongside rising stars to the stage.

Key Takeaways:

  • The festival will run for 10 days, from Friday, 26 September 2025 to Sunday, 5 October 2025, with over 25 comedians performing at 12 venues across the borough.
  • The lineup includes Robin Ince, co-host and creator of the Sony Gold Award-winning BBC Radio 4 series The Infinite Monkey Cage, and comedy legend Mick Miller.
  • Other notable comedians include Tez Ilyas, as seen on Man Like Mobeen, BBC3 and The Tez o'Clock Show, Channel 4, and Edinburgh Festival favourite Patrick Monahan.
  • The festival's opening night features internationally renowned improvisation duo 'Halls of Ridiculous' at The Flying Horse Hotel.
  • Comedy courses for aspiring comedians will be hosted by Dave Williams from legendary comedy club The Frog and Bucket.
  • Tickets for the festival are now on sale, with many available for under £15.

Statistics:

  • 10-day festival duration from Friday, 26 September 2025 to Sunday, 5 October 2025.
  • 25 comedians will be performing at the festival.
  • 12 venues across the borough will be hosting the festival.
  • Comedy courses will be hosted by Dave Williams, a professional comedian with over 25 years of experience.
  • Tickets are available for under £15.

Sources:

  • "London: Rochdale Borough Council, UK Government"
  • "Interval"