Comedy shows coming to M&S Bank Arena in 2026

You can’t beat the atmosphere at a live comedy gig and in 2026 the M&S Bank Arena has got some amazing shows lined up to keep you laughing right through the year.

Get booking and make sure you’ve got plenty of smiles to look forward to, and if you want to make it an even bigger treat, don’t forget you can always upgrade to a premium experience. Here are just some of the big headliner comedy shows coming to M&S Bank Arena in 2026 …

Greg Davies – March 25

The Taskmaster himself has been a busy man on TV but he’s back out performing live again for the first time in seven years with his stand-up show Full Fat Legend. This is his biggest tour to date and the last chance to catch it in Liverpool so for a night of brilliant storytelling that’ll have you laughing out loud, delivered by a 6ft 8in bundle of endless energy, Greg’s your man.

Find out more here.

Peter Kay – June 19

He’s one of the country’s best-loved comedians, and his live shows are known for being fantastic, now Peter Kay is coming to Liverpool with a special final Arena show for a great cause. All profits from the gig will go to 12 cancer charities including Breast Cancer UK, Anthony Nolan and the Teenage Cancer Trust so it’s a chance to have an incredible night and really do some good too.

Find out more here.

Kevin Bridges – October 31

The autumn/winter season gets off to a flying start with two fabulous Scottish comedians, and first up it’s Kevin Bridges who’s an absolute powerhouse of stand-up and a master of relatable observational comedy. After a record-breaking tour in 2022, he brings his brand new Here If You Need Me show to the Arena on Halloween night, so if you’re looking for a different kind of treat this is it.

Find out more here.

Susan Calman – November 7

What with Cruising on her own TV series, and guesting on quiz shows including QI and House of Games, Susan Calman hasn’t had time to get out on the road for a decade. This year she finally has, and the good news is some unlikely encounters over the years have given her plenty of material for her new live show so prepare for a feast of only-just believable stories and plenty of laughs. 

Find out more here.

Bill Bailey – November 14

Who knows what’s going on inside Bill Bailey’s head? That’s one of the reasons why he’s so phenomenal live on stage, you never know quite what’s going to happen next. Harking back to the golden era of Vaudeville, Bill’s latest tour is the perfect showcase for his multi skills, blending comedy with songs, instruments and all kinds of unexpected fun – just like a true Vaudevillian!

Find out more here.

Jonathan Pie – November 21-22

The world of politics might not seem like much of a laugh, but Jonathan Pie is the angry man to prove that wrong. Whether it’s Keir Starmer, Elon Musk or the possibility of AI ruining all our lives, he’s got a rant for every situation. The End of the World according to Jonathan Pie has him sharing handy tips for surviving an impending apocalypse over two nights at the Arena.

Find out more here.

Find out more on the M&S Bank Arena website.

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