Festival pass for four evenings of alternative and emerging indie comedy at the Milk Bar in Reading.
The Reading Indie Comedy Festival returns for its 2027 edition at Milk Bar, an intimate spot that's become a home for the town's alternative and emerging acts. The festival has a bit of a reputation for championing sharp, offbeat material over the more mainstream stand-up you'll find on the big circuits, so it's usually a good bet if you prefer your comedy a little weirder and less polished.
The festival pass covers four evenings of performances across Reading's independent comedy circuit, with the big shows falling on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The organisers have noted that the full programme is still being confirmed, so the exact line-up isn't set in stone just yet, but they suggest booking early to get your spot sorted. If you're coming from out of town, there's a discount on staying at a Pentahotel in Reading for the duration of the festival, which is handy if you're planning to stick around for all four nights.
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It runs from Thursday 13 May, starting at 7:00pm, through to Sunday 16 May, finishing around 11:00pm. The festival pass costs between £55 and £66, and it gets you in for the whole run. If you're into the alternative side of things, it's a decent way to see a fair few acts in one go.
