# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Reading New Comedian of the Year Competition 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 08:30 pm (+00:00)
- **Event Description**: Reading Indie Comedy Festival will return in 2026 between the 16 - 18 of May.
The festival will comprise of 4 days of hilarious shows across Reading's independent comedy circuit.
Further detail will follow as we confirm the festival programme so keep an eye on this page.
The Festival Pass will grant entry to every show at the festival including Special Saturday Show at The Pentahotel with headliner Simon Brodkin and Comedy at the Taproom Sunday Showcase 2026 with Headliner Sara Pascoe.
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Kicking off the festival is Reading New Comedian of the Year Competition 2026 taking place at Reading Biscuit Factory on Friday 15 May between 7:30pm and 9:30pm.
8 new comedians will battle it out to win a paid spot at Mates Rates Comedy Club and a cash prize.
Lineup subject to change
Please be advised that you will need id to get into Reading Biscuit Factory.
Festival pass: £50
Advance - Reading New Comedian of the Year 2026 ONLY: (£8)
Lineup subject to change. Timings may changes slightly as we finalise the festival schedule.

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- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/reading/reading-new-comedian-of-the-year-competition-2026/3600029453149240
- **Event Categories**: comedy, festivals, entertainment, contests, art, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 2

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Reading
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Reading Biscuit Factory
- **lat**: 51.454265594482
- **long**: -0.97813028097153
- **full address**: Reading Biscuit Factory, Reading Biscuit Factory, Reading, EN, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Reading New Comedian of the Year Competition 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Reading New Comedian of the Year Competition 2026 takes place on Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Reading Biscuit Factory, Reading Biscuit Factory, Reading, EN, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Reading New Comedian of the Year Competition 2026 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 Reading, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Reading New Comedian of the Year Competition 2026 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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