# Event Details - **Event Name**: Stand-Up at the Subway Comedy Festival - Finlay Christie Edinburgh Preview - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 04:10 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: A brand-new four day comedy festival in the secret underground Subway hidden beneath Crystal Palace ParkAbout this EventA brand-new comedy festival is coming to south London...Step underground into the hidden venue beneath the park to enjoy a line-up of comedians with awards, cult-followings and punchlines aplenty.With eleven shows over four days, grab your tickets for a celebration of laughter in the iconic Crystal Palace Subway.Welcoming first class comedy acts for a celebration of laughter in this unique hidden space below Crystal Palace Park, the festival will run for 9 shows over four days.Line-up for this show:Finlay ChristieAt 19, Finlay became one of the youngest ever winners of the prestigious So You Think You’re Funny competition, following in the footsteps of Peter Kay, Lee Mack and Sarah Millican. 3 years later, his debut Edinburgh show “OK Zoomer” was nominated for NextUp’s “Best Show” award and was released as a special in October 2023, with over 550,000 views. His material, based around his experience as a Gen Z, led Chortle to describe him as “the voice of his generation.”His 2024 Fringe show “I Deserve This” received multiple 5 star reviews, won the Entertainment Now “WoW” award and was nominated for the ISH “Best Show” award. The Guardian described it as “Comedy gold” and Edinburgh Festivals Magazine stated there was “Barely a single joke that wasn’t a fresh zinger.”His YouTube channel, featuring sketches and stand-up clips has over 550k subscribers. He has produced multiple online series, including “If Peepshow was Set in 2025” and “Asking black and white people the same questions about…”. He has produced branded content for Amazon Prime, Branston, Olli Olli World and Spotlight Oral Care.He has appeared on Have I Got News For You (BBC One), Live at the Apollo (BBC One), Bake Off Extra Slice (Channel 4), 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown Dictionary Corner (Channel 4), The Stand-Up Sketch Show (ITV2), Comedy Central Live (Comedy Central), Person on a Chair (Channel 4), The BBC New Comedy Awards, Get Off My Phone! (Dave) One Person Found this Helpful (BBC Radio 4), and Jokes Only An AI Can Tell (Channel 4). He has performed at Montreal’s Just For Laughs festival, Capital XTRA Comedy Club and across Europe for the Comedy Store. He was on the lineup for 2025 Teenage Cancer Trust fundraiser at Royal Albert Hall.His first script “Born to Rule” was optioned by Boffola Pictures, who produced a taster directed by Rosco 5 and starring Game of Thrones’ Isaac Hempstead-Wright, and he is currently developing a scripted project with Hat Trick.He has appeared as an actor in The Bleak Old Shop of Stuff (BBC2) with Stephen Fry and David Mitchell, The Go-Betweenies (Radio 4) with David Tennant, Waybuloo (CBeebies), Dominos Pizza Spa (Channel 4) and comedy blap The Ph*rm*cy (Channel 4). He is also fluent in French, and performed French stand-up in Lyon for 6 months.He recently appeared in a collaboration with Channel 4 and Tourism Ireland and on Channel 4’s digital show, ‘A Comedy Thing.’ BBC Radio 4 have also commissioned a stand-up special from him to go out in 2026.Accessibility:Please note there is no step-free access to the Subway.Access is via two flights of stairs with a handrail.The subway has uneven flooring and light changes from bright to dim in various points. Accessibility information including photos of the stairs can be found here: https://www.crystalpalaceparktrust.org/pages/how-to-visit-the-crystal-palace-subwayWe’d love to know how to make your visit the best it can be, so have a chat with us before you get here – we love to hear from you. Please contact the Crystal Palace Park Trust team via Producer@crystalpalaceparktrust.orgKey information:No dogs please (service dogs welcome)Bar available serving light-coloured drinks (eg. no red wine to protect the heritage floor)Street food available at surface levelDoors open at 2.30pm and the event closes at 4.10pmClosest public transport is Crystal Palace Bus Station (3 minutes walk) or Crystal Palace Train Station (10 minutes walk uphill)The Subway does not have its own toilets but clean portaloo facilities will be availableTerms and Conditions: please note the Ts and Cs document on our website ahead of purchasing a ticket. Refunds are not possible for any tickets purchased. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/stand-up-at-the-subway-comedy-festival-finlay-christie-edinburgh-preview/100001985375113409 - **Event Categories**: comedy, festivals, contests, workshops, food-drinks, art, theatre, entertainment, nonprofit, dog, food-truck-festivals - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 16.96, max: 16.96, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Crystal Palace Subway - **lat**: 51.4220298 - **long**: -0.07706850000000001 - **full address**: Crystal Palace Subway, Crystal Palace Parade, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Stand-Up at the Subway Comedy Festival - Finlay Christie Edinburgh Preview - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/35215e5a65997c4e99e126d8c431eaab7d5980d2da5ac871db171f600fd37d76-rimg-w1200-h676-dcf1be66-gmir.jpg?v=1774570624 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Stand-Up at the Subway Comedy Festival - Finlay Christie Edinburgh Preview being held? - **A:** Stand-Up at the Subway Comedy Festival - Finlay Christie Edinburgh Preview takes place on Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 04:10 pm at Crystal Palace Subway, Crystal Palace Parade, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Stand-Up at the Subway Comedy Festival - Finlay Christie Edinburgh Preview? - **A:** Tickets for Stand-Up at the Subway Comedy Festival - Finlay Christie Edinburgh Preview are priced at GBP 17 per person. This is a high-demand event - early booking is strongly recommended. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral Admission (ages 16+)GBP 17 + GBP 2 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Stand-Up at the Subway Comedy Festival - Finlay Christie Edinburgh Preview? - **A:** Stand-Up at the Subway Comedy Festival - Finlay Christie Edinburgh Preview is organized by Crystal Palace Park Trust. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Stand-Up at the Subway Comedy Festival - Finlay Christie Edinburgh Preview is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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