About the festival

The Wells Comedy Festival – established in 2015 – brings the finest comedians in the country to the heart of Somerset for one jam-packed weekend.

2026 marked the 10 year anniversary edition of the festival and it was a truly special one, thanks to all who celebrated with us.

We will be back 28 –30 May 2027.

Previous acts include Harry Hill, James Acaster, Stewart Lee, Sara Pascoe, Nish Kumar, Brett Goldstein, Simon Amstell, Bridget Christie, Tommy Tiernan, Rhod Gilbert, Lou Sanders, Phil Wang, Joe Lycett, Rosie Jones and many more…