The Comedy Cellar Edinburgh - The Afternoon Show

Schedule

Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

The Canons' Gait | Edinburgh, SC

The Comedy Cellar – Afternoon Comedy Show Edinburgh | Hangover Cure | 5-Star Rated

Looking for the best afternoon comedy show in Edinburgh?

Welcome to The Comedy Cellar — home of The Good, The Bad & The Irish, the only 5-star rated comedy show in the UK.

Located on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh’s Old Town, this is a high-energy afternoon stand-up comedy show designed for tourists, groups, and anyone needing a proper laugh during the day.

The Good, The Bad & The Irish – Afternoon Stand-Up Comedy Edinburgh

This is not your typical daytime show.

This is raw, underground stand-up comedy in Edinburgh, featuring a rotating lineup of Irish, Scottish and international comedians delivering unfiltered, high-impact comedy.

Perfect for:

Hangover cure Edinburgh – recover with laughs, not regret

Afternoon activities Edinburgh – ideal between sightseeing and nightlife

Things to do in Edinburgh today – central, easy, guaranteed entertainment

Tourists visiting Edinburgh looking for a top-rated comedy experience

Why This Is One of the Best Comedy Shows in Edinburgh

Only 5-star rated comedy show in the UK

Over 1,300+ five-star reviews from real audiences

Live comedy in Edinburgh every day – fresh line-ups, no repeats

Royal Mile location – central Old Town venue at Canon’s Gait

Underground comedy club Edinburgh – intimate, electric atmosphere

Alternative comedy Edinburgh – no filters, no watered-down material

The Experience

Escape the crowds and step into an underground comedy club in Edinburgh with ice-cold air conditioning, cold drinks, and a packed room of people ready to laugh.

Hosted by Irish comedian Michael Porter, known for fast-paced, sharp, and unapologetic stand-up comedy.

Venue & Booking

Location: The Comedy Cellar, Canon’s Gait, Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH8

Show Time: Afternoon comedy shows (perfect pre-drinks or recovery session)

Tickets: Limited capacity – book online in advance to guarantee entry

Where is it happening?

The Canons' Gait, 232 Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8DQ, United Kingdom, Edinburgh
Tickets

GBP 8.00

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