The Big Comedy Bash 2026

Slapstick’s Big Comedy Bash '26 - Hosted by Joe Lycett.
A star-studded stand-up comedy spectacular raising vital funds for the Slapstick Festival — because preserving laughter matters!

Slapstick Festival brings an unforgettable night of comedy to The Hexagon, Reading.
Hosted by the inimitable Joe Lycett, this special fundraising stand-up comedy gala features comedy royalty Rory Bremner and Harry Enfield, alongside the razor-sharp brilliance of Ria Lina. 
With even more great names to be added to the bill this is a once in a lifetime of top comedy talent.

This is more than a night of comedy - it’s a celebration of joy, satire and the enduring spirit of classic comedy.

Limited Premium Tickets Available.
Enjoy the evening from the finest seats in the house (Front two rows of the Arena) plus you’ll receive an exclusive souvenir laminate - all while supporting a brilliant cause.
Souvenir laminate to be picked up from Box Office on arrival. 

PG Advised Ages 16+.

All proceeds from the evening support Slapstick Festival’s work celebrating and preserving film heritage, championing classic and silent screen comedy, supporting emerging talent, and delivering outreach and education programmes across the UK.