Brighton Comedy Festival is back next month in its 13th year and over 30,000 guests are expected to attend the multi-venue event.

The second biggest comedy festival in the UK will run from 10 October to 25th October at Brighton Dome, Corn Exchange, Studio Theatre, Komedia and The Old Market.

Highlights this year will include Simon Amstell, Jon Richardson, Dave Gorman, Katherine Ryan, Tom Stade, Jason Cook, Marcus Brigstocke, Cardinal Burns, Bridget Christie, Tony Law, James Acaster, Paul Zerdin, Jason Byrne, Susan Calman, Sara Pascoe, Vicki Stone and Brighton boy Seann Walsh.

The traditional Opening Night Gala on Friday 10 October at Brighton Dome, in aid of Sussex Beacon, will be hosted by Adam Hills, supported by the likes of Rich Hall, Josh Widdicombe and Romesh Ranganathan.

Tickets are on sale now.

> Buy tickets on the official website.

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