Tennent’s Laughter Lounge

14/08/2026

Not to be missed!

This weekend is your last chance to see Paddy Linton's amazing Fringe show Paddy Issues with Gilded Balloon! It's slap bang centre of the festival at the Gilded Saloon at 3:40pm today, Saturday, Sunday and... that's it! Booking link in comments.

10/08/2026

On Monday 17th August it’s time for another instalment of the Craicfriars Comedy Open Mic at Blackfriars Basement (formerly Tennent’s Laughter Lounge on Byres Road). We may have a new venue, a new name and new socials, but it’s still the same team bringing you the best up-and-coming stand-up comedians Scotland has to offer. Joining our resident host Paddy Linton will be Jay Lynch, Becky Price, Paul McHugh and many more!

Join the FB event: Craicfriars Comedy OPEN MIC ft. Paddy Linton & Jay Lynch

Your host for the night will be our resident compere Paddy Linton, a stand-up comedian from Blackhill, Glasgow. 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 also co-runs the hugely popular 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? Sign-up for each show opens from Tuesday the week before, message our FB page and 5 minute slots will be allocated based on a system that, among other factors, prioritises those who have not been on with us before. Attempts to sign-up at the wrong time, for longer spots or via the wrong channels will be ignored.

When: Monday 17th August at 7:30pm. Doors to the comedy room downstairs open at 7pm. These shows run every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month.

Where: Blackfriars of Bell St., 36 Bell Street, Glasgow G1 1LG

09/08/2026

Our founder and host Paddy Linton has a show at the Fringe, go see it before the 16th, booking link in the comments!

Went over to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe yesterday to see our resident compere Paddy Linton's solo show with Gilded Balloon, and what a fantastic and moving hour of comedy it was, highly recommended! You can see his show every day at 3:40pm until the 16th.

07/08/2026

Our founder and resident host Paddy Linton has a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe every day until the 16th! Definitely not to be missed!

03/08/2026

TONIGHT at Blackfriars Basement!

On Monday 3rd August it’s the third installment of the new Craicfriars Comedy Open Mic at Blackfriars Basement (formerly Tennent’s Laughter Lounge on Byres Road). We may have a new venue, a new name and new socials, but it’s still the same team bringing you the best up-and-coming stand-up comedians Scotland has to offer. Joining our resident host Paddy Linton will be Mick Murphy, Eva Peroni, Jack Brookmyre and many more!

Join the FB event for full details: Craicfriars Comedy OPEN MIC ft. Paddy Linton & Mick Murphy

Your host for the night will be our resident compere Paddy Linton, a stand-up comedian from Blackhill, Glasgow. 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 also co-runs the hugely popular 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? 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, for longer spots or via the wrong channels will be ignored.

When: Monday 3rd August at 7:30pm. Doors to the comedy room downstairs open at 7pm. These shows run every 1st and 3rd (and occasional 5th) Monday of the month.

Where: Blackfriars of Bell St., 36 Bell Street, Glasgow G1 1LG

30/07/2026

TONIGHT at Radio Glasgow on Sauchiehall St, a talent-packed lineup of comedians from the same team behind Laughter Lounge/Craicfriars:

On Thursday 25th June an astonishing roster of stand-up comedy talent heads for Radio Glasgow on Sauchiehall St, including headliner Raymond Mearns, support acts Liam Farrelly and Maria McAveety, plus our resident host Paddy Linton. There’ll also be an AFTER PARTY with DJ Nicola and selected drinks for £4!

Join the FB event for full details: Radio Ha Ha ft. RAYMOND MEARNS

RAYMOND MEARNS is one of the UK’s busiest and most respected circuit comics. Described by Frankie Boyle as ‘a genuine improvisational genius’, he has gained recognition as one of the most consistently hilarious comedians in the land. Balancing his comedy career with film and TV, he has had roles in Rab C Nesbitt, Limmy’s Show and BBC Scotland’s Breaking The News. He also presents the hit podcast ‘Glesga Da’ with fellow comedian Stuart Mitchell.
“Exceptionally funny and cathartic” – The Scotsman
“A level of consistency few can match” – Edinburgh Evening News
“A man who knows how to swear properly” – Billy Connolly
“Every line that issues from this man is funny” – Chortle
“A personality so huge it fills the room” – The List

Opening the show will be LIAM FARRELLY, the incredible 25-year-old comedian from Paisley who, despite his age, already has an impressive list of accolades under his belt, including in 2021 being crowned both Scottish Comedian of the Year AND Frog and Bucket’s World Series Comedy Champion. He’s had TV roles including on BBC Scotland’s Scot Squad and being featured on BBC’s Live at the Apollo. He’s also the support act of choice for big names including Susie McCabe, Larry Dean and Tom Stade.
"There’s a funny and interesting spark here" - Chortle
"Natural storytelling talent… impressive stuff. " - Beyond The Joke

Your host for the evening is our resident compere 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

Our middle act for the evening is up-and-coming comedian and legendary local musician MARIA MCAVEETY.
“A bright and talented comic with a big future” – Susie McCabe
“Fresh and Funny material with great Musical comedy” – Des McLean

Entry is from £8, you can pre-book via Eventbrite (link in comments).

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

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