What’s on at Fairfield Social Club Manchester
This is a show about being Best Supporting Actor in one's own life, queer joy, and how a potion from 2002 cursed the world.
Olga Koch has one good story. Only it's not really her story. Do you wanna hear it?
***** The Telegraph
**** The Guardian
An evening of astonishing facts and hilarious tales, as Dan showcases the findings of his latest investigations into the world of the weird.
One of the hottest tickets at the Fringe, Howling At The Moon is CMB’s new show of nocturnal stand-up about neurodivergence, sexuality and lunacy.
After his sell-out UK and Ireland tour in 2025 including a total sell-out run at the Edinburgh festival Killian is back with Killian Dollar Baby.
Harriet's life has been in constant chaos for as long as she can remember. So what happens when things start to go right?
Funny Bones is Rob's brand-new stand-up show: a relentlessly funny and daft evening of comedy, from a one-man whirlwind. Joyous stuff.
The online sensation who brought you the viral hit The Room Next Door, presents another hilarious & brilliantly entertaining satirical show.
This could really be a sick night. A self-appointed thought leader holds court in the smoking area of a club, unpacking masculinity, fame and the algorithm.
Following two hit UK tours, Biggest Award in Comedy nominee and resident (junior) Doctor Michael Akadiri prescribes his latest offering
Dr Silcox believed that gold trading would land him in the company of successful entrepreneurs but a series of events broke all his dreams. Thank god he found silent meditation to keep himself sane. Now he wants to spread peace and advise his audience what is life and how to fulfil it without materials, through meditation. The show is full of eye opening events to keep you on the edge of your seat. After the show Dr Silcox claims you will find peace with the world and its fellow inhabitants.
Last Christmas, he gave you his heart.
But the very next year, you gave it away.
What the hell were you thinking?
Hear ye, hear ye! Gather round and bear witness to the sheer foolishness of our village idiots.
Welcome to Manchester’s most raucous alternative comedy night. Expect utter nonsense from our talented gaggle of clowns, characters, improvisers, cabaret performers and other local fools as they test out their freshest material and see what survives the village square!
There shall be games, revels and general tomfoolery, for thy delight.
BOOK HERE
The award-winning Elvis of comedy continues his residency at the gates of hell, with a new show inspired by an absolutely shocking incident on a train.
Jacob Hawley presents a bold new hour of blistering stand-up, questionable opinions, and stories that most people would need waterboarding to admit to.
Should you know about your dad's seduction techniques? Milo Edwards finds out in his brand new show!
Join the 'psychic' comedian as he reads minds and tickles funny bones, telling jokes and fortunes live onstage.
Josh's past shows were international sensations. They dealt with lots of important *issues* but this year he just wants to be silly.
The unofficial Muppets drag show is back - and this time, IT FEELS LIKE CHRISTMAS! Starring RuPaul's Drag Race UK icon Kate Butch
The 1970s pornographer, erotic novelist and lecherous Casanova is back for 2026. "Stuffed full of one-liners and clever storytelling" - ★★★★ The Skinny
A story about how I gave my dad magic mushrooms for the first time for his 70th birthday, but it's also about life and love.
Christina Mariani is a rising stand-up comedian, with a quirky, dark sense of humor. She performs regularly at her home club The Comedy Mothership in Austin, Texas. She has toured with Theo Von and opened for big names including Tom Segura, Christina Pazsitzky, Ron White, Harland Williams, Brian Simpson, Ari Shaffir and Freddie Gibbs. She has made several appearances on "Kill Tony" and many of her stand up videos have garnered millions of views.
Taskmaster Champion, Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer Nominee and retired sugar daughter is back with a brand-new 2027 stand-up tour.
Award-winning character comedian and actress Bebe Cave explores historical female main character syndrome.
Love Child is an intimate yet rowdy, personal yet electric, high-energy stand-up show from the "chest-achingly funny" (****Skinny)
A stunning new stand-up show from beanpole Sean McLoughlin, whose "long recognised genius within the art is indisputable" (British Comedy Guide).
Taskmaster star Ania Magliano brings a brand-new show full of jokes, confessions, and occasionally unhinged observations to Manchester.
Ireland's megastar Shane Daniel Byrne is back. 'Baby This Time' is set to be Shane's most personal show to date. A show about what makes a man who can't make a baby
Patrick Spicer is back on the road. Following a debut tour that sold out 30 dates across 14 countries (with an additional 40-date extension and three shows at London's Leicester Square Theatre added to meet demand), Patrick returns with his second international tour.
With 350,000 followers, 100 million views, and appearances on BBC One and Channel 4, he's rapidly built a reputation for quick wit, effortless audience interaction, and hilarious true stories. Expect a night that blends the comical with the candid, and improvised moments with the crowd that will only ever happen once.
"One of the UK's most exciting comedians" - Shortlist
**** "Natural... Not a flicker of hesitation" - The Skinny
**** "Well thought out and very funny" - Broadway Baby
**** "Comedy masterclass" - Mumble Comedy
Join Rachel Fairburn as she resurrects the corpse of her legendary stories night for a spooky Halloween special. She will be joined by special guests each with a terrifying tale to tell. You'll be chilled to the bone, scared stiff and probably be given some sweets as well. Halloween innit.
A Lovely Time’s Simpsons Pub Quiz returns on Halloween for an afternoon of trivia about Springfield's finest. Prizes for best fancy dress!
Join Edinburgh Comedy Award winner and Queen of Lovely Times Amy Gledhill as she works out her brand new show! Very limited capacity so grab tickets quick!
Aidan Jones grew up playing classical piano, but failed his conservatory audition at 18. After some time focusing on MDMA, he started stand-up in 2011.
The Edinburgh Comedy Award nominated comedian brings her critically acclaimed smash hit show to Manchester for the very first time!
Join comedians Josh Jones and Hayley Ellis for their work in progress shows!
Get ready for an unforgettable in-person experience with the Pottervision Podcast Live! We're wrapping up the magic with The Epilogue, where we dive deep into our favourite moments, reminisce over the past six years and two hundred episodes, and interact with you, the Pottervision fanbase!
Doors open at 3pm, show starts at 4pm!
Hold it now… Hit it! The ninth in a series of feature and short film screenings presented by Obscure Film at Cultplex in 2026 is a special one, the 20th anniversary screening of AWESOME: I F*CKIN’ SHOT THAT! For their Madison Square Garden concert in 2004, the Beastie Boys gave 50 audience members camcorders and created an incredible, hilarious concert film from the resulting footage, featuring all of their best songs. Rarely screened, the film will be accompanied by an open dancefloor at FAIRFIELD SOCIAL CLUB and will be followed by a live vinyl DJ set by mix master DJ Woody, so let your spine unwind, just take a risk!
In her hit award winning Edinburgh Festival show, come see this ‘groundbreaking’ comedian take you on one of the most hilariously moving journeys you’ll ever go on. From working in a care home during the pandemic, to being a pub singing princess impersonator, this is a stand up show that is not like any other you’ve seen. It’s a show that leaves you feeling different to when you arrive.
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Celya AB is back with a new show of “exceptional, not to mention impressively original” (British Comedy Guide) jokes and sharp observations.
In this second installment of Helluva Cabaret, angels and devils don't just quarrel- they perform!
Inspired by the delectable damnation of the Hellaverse, this cabaret serves glamour with a grin and mischief with manners, blending theatrical spectacle, sinful charm, and heavenly indulgence into one exquisitely unholy affair!
Venue open from 5pm for food & drinks | Doors 7pm | Show 7:30pm | 18+
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Murder Inc. is the completely improvised murder mystery comedy show.
Every night, it's a raucous, improvised, made-to-order murder with Murder Inc where the audience chooses the setting, the characters, and even the motives. One lucky detective team even wins a ‘prize’. Our cast of five professional actors and improvisers truly bring the invented story to life.
‘Eye wateringly…pants-wettingly funny’—Reviews Hub.
Murder Inc has been performing completely improvised comedy murder mysteries in the North for over ten years. Come see the crime scene for yourself.
A sci-fi streaked satire from Rosie Holt's MP alter ego where she attempts to stop the boats and the alien ships! '10 Best Political Comedies' The Times
Bringing you the best and most exciting acts in Manchester!! In collaboration with the famous A Lovely Time at Chortles best comedy venue in the north 2026 … Fairfield social club!
Caitlin Cook is a LA-born, NYC-based, Oxford-educated, hyphen-addicted comedian, musician, writer, director, and producer
Stuart was as scared about the climate crisis as you are. But he did the reading, and now he's terrified.
'The funny side of climate change... No, really!' Times
Not a band!
A comedy night where acts are paired up and perform never-before-seen shows from titles they swapped in advance, in attempts to sabotage one another and be picked as the audience's winner!
But not a band!
BOOK HERE:
Following a sold-out 2024 tour, acclaimed stand-up and online sensation Morgan Rees is back on the road with a hugely anticipated brand-new show.
Hear ye, hear ye! Gather round and bear witness to the sheer foolishness of our village idiots.
Welcome to Manchester’s most raucous alternative comedy night. Expect utter nonsense from our talented gaggle of clowns, characters, improvisers, cabaret performers and other local fools as they test out their freshest material and see what survives the village square!
There shall be games, revels and general tomfoolery, for thy delight.
BOOK HERE
Catch the full saga as Frankie saves his working mens club from demonic ruin, escapes hell and have LOADS of big daft laughs.
Irish comedian Aoife Dunne brings her acclaimed debut Good Grief to Manchester for the first time.
★★★★ - Chortle
Tom explores the head f**k of popular culture in the modern world versus that of his youth in his trademark bittersweet style.
Brown Owl Brenda is on her final warning.
Her unit faces closure but she'll be damned if she lets regional win - this is war and she needs YOU!
‘La La La, lend a hand’ and join her as she hosts a night of entertainment that will scare you a little, empower you a lot and save the GGA.
‘Rose is hilarious and if she’s unavailable you can book her alter ego, Brenda. Double funny!’ - Rachel Fairburn.
A work-in-progress show by actress/writer/comedian Rose Gray.
Rose's alternative, character-based comedy has quickly made its mark on the comedy circuit. Seen on Channel 4 Comedy, CBBC and ITV she is also one nostril of the double-act Nose (Ringside Girls of TITLE FIGHT) and collaborates with some of the UK’s best comedians on stage and screen.
Follow: @rosethegray / @brownowlbrenda /@nosemcr
It's number one, it's Bottom of the Pops! Don't miss a sensational line-up of stunning drag performers paying tribute to the unforgettable programme cataloguing your favourite chart toppers through the decades. Get your tickets now and indulge in a night of classic hits, eccentric fashion and stellar performances by Robin Unreliant, Ash Bestos, Nefarious DeVile and more to come!
One night only at Fairfield Social Club, 11th September 2026. Doors 7 PM.
Murder Inc. is the completely improvised murder mystery comedy show.
Every night, it's a raucous, improvised, made-to-order murder with Murder Inc where the audience chooses the setting, the characters, and even the motives. One lucky detective team even wins a ‘prize’. Our cast of five professional actors and improvisers truly bring the invented story to life.
‘Eye wateringly…pants-wettingly funny’—Reviews Hub.
Murder Inc has been performing completely improvised comedy murder mysteries in the North for over ten years. Come see the crime scene for yourself.
Not a band!
A comedy night where acts are paired up and perform never-before-seen shows from titles they swapped in advance, in attempts to sabotage one another and be picked as the audience's winner!
But not a band!
BOOK HERE:
Kiki Family Social is a relaxed, grassroots meet-up with no rigid expectations, pressure, or hierarchy. The space is shaped by the people who come along — everyone helps make it what it is.
We meet every Thursday, and there’s always space at the table whether you’re new to Manchester or just dipping your toe into social meet-ups.
You’ll usually find a mix of familiar faces and new ones each week. We typically gather at a reserved table inside with pride flags, and there’s often a table outside too. On busy nights we’ll make sure flags are on the outside table as well. If you’re unsure where we are, just ask the friendly bar staff ☺️
Stars of Taskmaster Australia are heading to Manchester for a special double work in progress show before heading up to the Edinburgh Fringe. Don't miss it!
Kiki Family Social is a relaxed, grassroots meet-up with no rigid expectations, pressure, or hierarchy. The space is shaped by the people who come along — everyone helps make it what it is.
We meet every Thursday, and there’s always space at the table whether you’re new to Manchester or just dipping your toe into social meet-ups.
You’ll usually find a mix of familiar faces and new ones each week. We typically gather at a reserved table inside with pride flags, and there’s often a table outside too. On busy nights we’ll make sure flags are on the outside table as well. If you’re unsure where we are, just ask the friendly bar staff ☺️
Kiki Family Social is a relaxed, grassroots meet-up with no rigid expectations, pressure, or hierarchy. The space is shaped by the people who come along — everyone helps make it what it is.
We meet every Thursday, and there’s always space at the table whether you’re new to Manchester or just dipping your toe into social meet-ups.
You’ll usually find a mix of familiar faces and new ones each week. We typically gather at a reserved table inside with pride flags, and there’s often a table outside too. On busy nights we’ll make sure flags are on the outside table as well. If you’re unsure where we are, just ask the friendly bar staff ☺️
