Snap up a deal!
The Comedy Festival doesn’t come cheap on talent, but the tickets are! Here's some tips for snapping up great value laughs.
From comedy legends to rising stars, there's a world of comedy right here. Don't stop at one show, check out your favourites then discover someone new. Big laughs are just a ticket away!
Catch a Preview show
Discount prices are available for many preview shows on the opening week, Wednesday 26 – Monday 31 March, as well as select days throughout the Festival. To see whether your show has preview dates check the calendar on the individual show page - look for the pink dots!
Go on a Tightarse Tuesday
Discount prices are available for most shows across the Festival on Tuesdays. Look out for the green dot on the calendar of each show page for where a Tightarse Tuesday price is available.
Take a group
Many shows have discount prices available for group bookings. The minimum group size can vary, check individual show pages for details.
Show a valid Concession
Concession prices apply to full-time students, full pensioners, Senior Card holders, the unemployed and children under 16 years. Proof of eligibility is required. Concession prices may not be available for some performances.
Buy a Laugh Pack
Want to take in a few shows? Purchase Full Price tickets for three or more eligible different shows to receive a 10% discount on your tickets (excludes previews, Tightarse Tuesdays and Saturday performances). Look out for the blue dot on the calendar of each show page for eligible Laugh Pack performances. Available online, over the phone or at Melbourne International Comedy Festival box offices. Not valid for purchases through Ticketmaster, Ticketek, Arts Centre Melbourne or any other external ticketing provider. For a list of Laugh Pack eligible performances head here.
