Brussels, capital of humor of all kinds, where laughter comes as easily as a good beer on a terrace. Whether you’re a fan of biting jokes or offbeat sketches, these 5 comedy clubs promise an evening full of uncontrollable laughter and memorable moments.
Our favorite Brussels comedy clubs
Fridge Comedy Club
The Fridge Comedy Club, a new spot dedicated to stand-up comedy, was set up in the heart of the Marolles district under the impetus of Kev Adams and producer Laurent Boschloos. This unique venue offers a balanced program of Belgian and French comedians, providing a modern, immersive stage for discovering emerging talent. With artists such as Alex Fredo, Ilyes Djadel and Emy, the Fridge promises memorable evenings of punchlines and laughter.
📍Address: 97 Boulevard du Midi, 1000 Brussels
Kings Comedy Club
Not one, but two venues with a packed program: the Kings, in Ixelles, and the Petit Kings, in St-Gilles. Inspired by New York comedy clubs, the Kings is a must for all fans of stand-up comedy in Brussels. Don’t miss out on a memorable evening. The relaxed atmosphere and brick wall will make you feel like you’ve traveled all the way to the Big Apple!
📍Address: Kings: Chaussée de Boondael 489, 1050 Ixelles
📍 Address: Petit Kings: Rue Moris 21, 1060 St-Gilles
The Comedy Ket
This club, owned by comedian Jimmy Vandael, is located right in the center of Brussels. It promises a minimum of five comedy shows a week in a “safe space” for all artists. It also aims to promote comedians and help them grow in the comedy business. Located upstairs in the Cu’Sec bar, the Comedy Ket is a magical place and a true benchmark for stand-up comedy in Brussels. Note that some shows are ticketed, but others are free!
📍Address: Rue Saint Gery 31, 1000 Brussels
Side Splitters Comedy Club
Side Splitters is a Brussels-based comedy collective. It’s made up of the capital’s best English-speaking comedians, and strives to put on shows that give a voice to all kinds of stand-up comedians, whether professionals or beginners. Side Splitters’ successes include the weekly open mic, the “Monday Night Comedy Cave” and the monthly “Brussels Belly Life” show. As Side Splitters is a collective rather than a venue, its shows take place at La Plume Persée or l’Amère à Boire. The perfect place to unwind with a drink and a good laugh .
📍Address: L’Amère à Boire: Av. Paul Dejaer 20, 1060 Saint-Gilles
📍 Address: La Plume Persée, rue Sans Souci 51, 1050 Ixelles
RITCS Café
RITCS takes its inspiration from London clubs to bring us the best in English-language stand-up in Brussels! Here, you can enjoy a good Belgian beer while watching the show. The program includes international comedians and new voices. Who knows, maybe you’ll discover the future star of comedy?
📍Address: Rue Dansaertstraat 70, 1040 Brussels
Countdown Comedy Club
Countdown also offers English-language comedy shows in Brussels. Could it be that humor is easier to express in the language of Shakespeare? In any case, it brings comedians from all over Europe to the Time Out Pub, where the Countdown shows take place. What better place to laugh with friends than in a pub? Don’t miss the open mics every Thursday at 8.30pm.
📍Address: Rue Auguste Orts 32, 1000 Brussels