Brussels, the capital of comedy of all kinds, where laughter comes as easily as opening a good beer on a terrace. Whether you’re a fan of sharp jokes or offbeat sketches, these seven comedy clubs promise an evening of laughter.
The Fridge Comedy Club, a new venue dedicated to stand-up comedy, has opened in the heart of the Marolles district, spearheaded by Kev Adams and producer Laurent Boschloos. This unique venue offers a balanced program of Belgian and French comedians, providing a modern and immersive stage for discovering emerging talent. With artists such as Alex Fredo, Ilyes Djadel, and Emy, the Fridge promises memorable evenings filled with punchlines and laughter. Friday evenings are Comedy Love nights, an event that breaks the rules of love 2.0. Get ready for laughter therapy with Medhi BTB and his guests, who take a humorous look at failed relationships, dating apps, unlikely dates, and emotional voids. Whether you’re single or in a relationship, you’ll be laughing your head off!
Here, you can forget about stuffy venues and lukewarm punchlines. Scène Stand-Up & Chill is the place to be for comedy in a totally relaxed atmosphere, with a drink in your hand and a smile ready to flash even before the first joke. The atmosphere is laid-back, the audience is supportive, and the comedians are sharp, testing, improvising, and hitting the mark. You come for the laughs, you stay for the energy, and you leave with your cheekbones aching. In short, it’s the perfect hangout for those who love stand-up comedy that’s no-frills but sharp.
Kings Comedy Club
There are not one, but two venues with a packed program: the Kings in Ixelles and the Petit Kings in St-Gilles. Inspired byNew York comedy clubs,the Kings isa mustfor all stand-up comedy fans in Brussels. Hurry along for a memorable evening. The relaxed atmosphere and brick wallswill make you feel like you’ve traveled all the way to the Big Apple!
The Comedy Ket
This club, owned by comedian Jimmy Vandael, is located in the center of Brussels. It promisesa minimum of five comedy shows per weekin a “safe space” for all artists. It also aims topromote comediansand help them grow in the comedy business. Locatedabove the Cu’Sec bar, Comedy Ket is a magical venue anda real benchmark for stand-up comedy in Brussels. Pleasenote that some shows are paid, but others are free!
Side Splitters Comedy Club
Side Splitters is a comedy collective based in Brussels. It is made up of the capital’sbest English-speaking comediansand strives to organize shows that give a voice to all kinds ofstand-up comedians, whether they are professionals or beginners. Among Side Splitters’ successes are theweekly open mic, the “Monday Night Comedy Cave” and the monthly show “Brussels Belly Life.” As Side Splitters is a collective rather than a venue, its shows take place at La Plume Persée or L’Amère à Boire. It’s the perfect place to unwind with a drink while laughing out loudin English.
RITCS Café
The RITCS takes its inspiration from London clubs to bring usthe best of stand-up comedy in English in Brussels! Here, you can enjoy agood Belgian beerwhile watching the show. The program includes international comedians and new local voices. Who knows, you might discover the future star of comedy!
Countdown Comedy Club
The Countdown also offerscomedy shows in Englishin Brussels. Is humor easier to express in the language of Shakespeare? In any case, it allowscomedians from all over Europeto come and perform at the Time Out Pub, where the Countdown shows take place. Is there a more convivial place than a pub to laugh with friends? Don’t miss it, open mics take placeevery Thursday at 8:30 p.m.