A Lovely Weekend, a three-day comedy Festival in the heart of Manchester, is excited to announce its 2026 line-up as it takes over the Fairfield Social Club from Friday 29th May to Sunday 31st May
2026.
On the Friday, audiences can expect comedy favourites such as Last One Laughing favourite Harriet Kemsley, and viral internet sensation and stand-up Tom Lawrinson.
After sell-out shows last year, 2026 will also see the return of Mark Silcox from BBC’s Man Like Mobeen on the Saturday, as well as the first ever live show of Sean McLoughlin’s popular podcast the Sean McTalk show.
He will be joined by stand-up comic Josh Pugh, newly announced SNL UK cast member Larry Dean and French comedian and writer Celya AB on the Sunday.
“With around 20 shows over the course of 3 days we can’t wait to pack out Fairfield Social Club with comedy fans for a heck of a lovely time and speaking personally, my favourite weekend of the year said A Lovely Weekend producer John Stansfield.
The 2026 Festival is supported by Found, Fairfield Social Club’s commercial operator, and alcohol-free brewery BRULO.
“We are delighted to sponsor A Lovely Weekend. We pride ourselves on driving awareness of our incredible neighbourhoods across MeadowSide and Red Bank – areas that still feel pretty undiscovered in comparison to the other well-known areas of the city.
We’re certain the Festival will
attract many people over the weekend to this developing corner of the city,” said Gemma Price, Managing Director of Found.
“We are thrilled to sponsor A Lovely Weekend. At BRULO, we pride ourselves on crafting ‘Beer for the Modern World,’ ensuring that people who love the culture of craft beer never have to sacrifice flavour just because they are skipping the alcohol. Pairing our uncompromising brews with a lineup featuring
some of the UK’s best comedians will make for an unforgettable weekend,” said Will Alex, Sales Director of BRULO.
Weekend passes are available and include a complimentary brew and breakfast sarnie on Saturday and Sunday.
Single day passes are available for each day over the weekend, and tickets can also be purchased for individual shows.
All tickets are on sale now via alovelytime.co.uk/a-lovely-weekend
A Lovely Weekend
Dates: Friday 29th May – Sunday 31st May
Venue: Fairfield Social Club, 6 Irk Street, Manchester M4 4JT
Prices: Weekend Pass: £80, includes breakfast and drink
Saturday Pass: £50
Sunday Pass: £45
