Tennent’s Laughter Lounge

23/06/2026

WE'RE MOVING! We've loved our time at Tennent's Bar but it's time for a change, and that change comes in the form of...
..A NEW VENUE: Blackfriars Basement in Merchant City! Larger capacity, air con, theatre-grade sound and lighting.
..A NEW NAME: Craicfriars Comedy Open Mic, bringing the craic to your Monday.
..NEW SOCIALS: the Jesters Comedy Nights FB and Instagram will be our new base.
..NEW FREQUENCY: less is more moving forward; we'll be on every 1st, 3rd (and occasional 5th) Monday of the month.

Never fear though, the team of Paddy and Charlie, the atmosphere they create, the pool of comedic talent we draw from, that is staying EXACTLY the same! We look forward to seeing you all the other side!

16/06/2026

On Monday 22nd June one era must end so another can begin as we embark on our LAST EVER LAUGHTER LOUNGE at Tennent's Bar, Glasgow before we move to a new venue. Join our host and founder Paddy Linton alongside Jack Traynor, Peter Bell, Chris Scott and many more fantastic comedy performers as we say goodbye to a beloved venue, and announce an exciting new one! As usual entry is free and a drinks deal includes selected pints and glasses for as little as £3.50!

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Your host is our resident compere Paddy Linton. Paddy mixes storytelling from his working class upbringing with observations about Glasgow’s leafier suburbs. His impressive stand-up skills have fast become highly in demand at some of the best comedy shows in the country. He is resident host at Tennent’s Laughter Lounge, Merchant City Comedy and Radio Ha Ha; he also co-runs the legendary quiz and gong shows at Blackfriars. In March 2025 he was chosen to open for Darren Connell at Glasgow’s legendary King’s Theatre. In August 2026 he will be bringing his solo show ‘Paddy Issues’ to the Edinburgh Fringe.
"He went up and smashed it... it was genuinely exciting watching him from the back and it made me remember why I love this." - Darren Connell
“Instantly likeable and effortlessly funny.” – Comedy Dundee
“Got people on side immediately” – The Stand

Just want to watch? All are welcome free of charge, but please respect the show: during performances please be seated and don’t talk or heckle. You’re welcome to arrive late or leave early, just so long as you take/leave your seats as quietly as possible.

Interested in performing on future shows? Stay tuned for announcements on how you can sign up!

When: Monday 22nd June at 7:30pm. Doors to the bar open at 5pm, doors to the comedy room downstairs open at 7pm.

Where: Tennent’s Bar, 191 Byres Rd, Glasgow G12 8TN

10/06/2026

On Monday 15th June it’s another special edition of Tennent's Laughter Lounge as we’ve booked acclaimed pro comedian MARC JENNINGS to headline the show, with Maria McAveety and resident host Paddy Linton. And with free entry and pints for as low as £3.50, there’s no better night out in this city!

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Marc Jennings is a regular panellist & writer on BBC Scotland’s satirical panel show Breaking The News, has appeared on the BBC’s stand-up television series The Comedy Underground and on BBC Five Live’s Fighting Talk. His acclaimed Some Laugh podcast sold out a live recording at Glasgow’s legendary Pavilion Theatre.
“Will be a household name very soon” – Rolling Stone
“Killer lines” – The Scotsman
“An astute observer who is adept at channelling his frustrations into a wider social critique” – Chortle
“If you’re looking for a clever, well-executed stand-up performance, Marc Jennings delivers. He’s a comedian at the top of his game.” – Edinburgh Review

Just want to watch? All are welcome free of charge, but please respect the show: during performances please be seated and don’t talk or heckle. We’d love it if you could arrive in time for the show starting at 7:30pm, but if you need to arrive late or leave early that’s fine too, but please do so as quietly as possible so you don’t interrupt the show.

Interested in performing? Sign-up for each show opens from Tuesday the week before, message our FB page and 5 minute slots will be allocated on a mainly first come, first serve basis. Attempts to sign-up at the wrong time or via the wrong channels will be ignored.

When: Monday 15th June at 7:30pm. Doors to the bar open at 5pm, doors to the comedy room downstairs open at 7pm.

Where: Tennent’s Bar, 191 Byres Rd, Glasgow G12 8TN

05/06/2026

Our founder and resident host Paddy Linton finally has a FB page! Please give him a follow to help get it established! He's definitely worthy of more than 33 followers.

01/06/2026

TONIGHT!

28/05/2026

Tonight! From the same duo behind Tennent's Laughter Lounge, hosted by our favourite compere Paddy Linton!

TONIGHT'S THE BIG NIGHT! Get down to Radio Glasgow on Sauchiehall St. for a the debut of a brand new comedy night featuring none other than the great Susie McCabe! You can still pre-book via Eventbrite, or if you prefer pay on the door!

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Susie McCabe’s career has been so stratospheric in recent years, she’s indisputably one of the biggest acts working in Scottish comedy today. Having made multiple TV appearances including Have I Got News for You, Live At The Apollo, Frankie Boyle’s New World Order and Question Time, she’s also had a sell-out Edinburgh Fringe show and a triple-sell out run at the legendary King’s Theatre in Glasgow. Even with multiple Scottish Comedy Awards under her belt, she had to make room on her shelf for one more when in 2024 she was awarded the Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award, with the accolade presented by the Big Yin himself via video link.
“I was blown sideways!” – Billy Connolly
“A naturally funny storyteller and a genuine stand up. Highly recommended.” - Kevin Bridges
“Susie is up there with the best.” - Fred MacAulay
“Susie McCabe is damn funny.” - Stewart Francis
“McCabe is hilariously down to earth and has a fantastically positive outlook. About as far down the opposite end of the spectrum from disappointing as you could get.” - Broadway Baby
“The ever-reliable Susie McCabe delivers plenty of chuckles.” - The Scotsman
“Prepare to laugh yourself silly.” - Three Weeks

Your host for the evening will be Scottish comedy’s most meteoric riser Paddy Linton. His impressive stand-up skills have fast become highly in demand at some of the best comedy shows in the country. In March 2025 he was chosen to open for Darren Connell at Glasgow’s legendary King’s Theatre. He’s also been support act of choice for Mark Black and Gary Faulds.
"He went up and smashed it... made me remember why I love this." - Darren Connell
“Instantly likeable and effortlessly funny.” – Comedy Dundee
“Got people on side immediately” – The Stand

Plus support acts Matthew Gallagher and Peter Bell.

Entry is from £12, you can pre-book via Eventbrite. LIMITED 2-FOR-1 OFFER AVAILABLE!

Where: Radio, 373 Sauchiehall St, Glasgow G2 3HU

When: Thursday 28th May at 7:30pm. Doors to the comedy room open at 7pm.

24/05/2026

On Monday it’s time for Tennent's Laughter Lounge, a totally free weekly night of stand-up comedy featuring some of the best up-and-coming talent Scotland has to offer, plus some pros trying out new material. This week we have Kyle Lucey, Craig Alexander, Kyle Samuel and many more, with guest host John Carruthers. Drinks deals include selected pints and glasses for as little as £3.50!

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Your host for the night is John Carruthers, one of the most unique and original performers on the Scottish circuit. Best known for hosting the comedy nights at the legendary Panopticon Theatre in Glasgow, you may also have seen him alongside Billy Connolly on BBC Scotland’s Billy and Us. No two of his sets are the same, or even similar. You won’t know which way is up or down after one of his performances, but you will know you had fun.
“Had the crowd in stitches… funny to the bone and emotional to the core.” – VisitDundee
“Fabulous… always delivers.” – Rockhopper Comedy

Just want to watch? All are welcome free of charge, but please respect the show: during performances please be seated and don’t talk or heckle. You’re welcome to arrive late or leave early, just so long as you take/leave your seats as quietly as possible.

Interested in performing? Sign-up for each show opens from Tuesday the week before, message our FB page and 5 minute slots will be allocated on a mainly first come, first serve basis. Attempts to sign-up at the wrong time or via the wrong channels will be ignored.

When: Monday 25th May at 7:30pm. Doors to the bar open at 5pm, doors to the comedy room downstairs open at 7pm.

Where: Tennent’s Bar, 191 Byres Rd, Glasgow G12 8TN