We want to give open spots and pros alike a night to be able to turn up and just do 5 without booking in with us weeks before. Instead, you just need to register in person between 7pm and 8pm.

There will be no breaks. Full-on, no holds barred live comedy for anyone and everyone. Table service throughout the show. Barrel Bar upstairs open until 1am. If you are in the room and your name is called, you have 5 mins - no questions asked! If you’re not in the room, you miss out.

It’s going to be loose and fun and quick! Think gong show without the gong …just the dulcet tones of The Fratellis to tell you when your 5 mins is up!

Come join the fun, either on stage or in the safe sanctuary of our wonderful audience.

Doors Open at 19:00 - Completely Free - Unreserved Seating - Table Service throughout the show.

8pm (Approx 11pm finish)
Free Entry (Unticketed)

Monkey Barrel Comedy

The "Beating Heart" of the Fringe. The Telegraph

“The Monkey Barrel is amazing. They’re so caring and supportive. They’re not just all talk.” Sam Campbell

"Monkey Barrel’s stock is high" The Scotsman

"The Best Comedy Club in the World" Olga Koch

"Fringe Heroes" The Metro

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Scotland's Best Comedy Venue (Chortle Awards 2023)

Home to both of last year's Dave's Edinburgh Comedy Awards winners