Dubai & Abu Dhabi – February 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most social months yet for The Laughter Factory, as the UAE’s longest- running comedy club combines world-class stand-up with its much- loved after-show parties — where audiences don’t just laugh together, they actually meet.

To kick things off, comedy fans can snap up Early Bird tickets for just AED 140, available until January 30. With limited seating at every venue, early booking is strongly advised. Leading the February line-up is the brilliantly physical and endlessly likeable Paul Tonkinson, one of the UK’s most respected live comedians and a former double Time Out Comedian of the Year. A regular on British television and a favourite of Michael McIntyre, Tonkinson is renowned for his infectious energy, pitch-perfect impressions and crowd-pleasing storytelling — a guaranteed highlight of the month’s shows.

Joining Tonkinson on tour are crowd favourites Pierre Hollins and Dubai-based rising star Liz Bains, completing a line-up that blends international pedigree with sharp contemporary comedy.

But The Laughter Factory experience doesn’t end when the punchlines stop.
Each show is followed by a relaxed after-party, where audiences are invited to stay on, chat, mingle and meet the comedians. It’s a rare chance to swap laughs, share a drink and connect with fellow comedy lovers — a big part of what has kept The Laughter Factory at the heart of the UAE’s live entertainment scene for nearly 30 years.

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This event is strictly 21+

Paul Tonkinson
A sensational live performer, Yorkshire man, marathon runner and former (double award-winning) Time Out Comedian of the Year, Paul Tonkinson has long upheld his esteemed reputation as one of the finest stand-ups the UK has to offer. With a unique and distinctive style, Tonkinson is noted for his effervescent physicality and skillful impressions, which bring alive exuberant, tender comic reflections on love, family and the day-to-day idiosyncrasies of 21st century living. A plethora of first class material, combined with tremendous charm and irrepressible, infectious energy make for quite a formidable talent.

Pierre Hollins
Pierre Hollins has been a comedy circuit favourite for many years, and has headlined clubs throughout UK, Europe, Middle East and Asia.

Liz Bains
Liz Bains is a British comedian based in Dubai. She won best act in the 2017 Dubai Short & Sweet Comedy Festival. A regular MC and headliner at comedy nights across the UAE, she has also performed stand-up in the UK, US, Spain, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Iraq. She reached the semi finals in the 2023 UK Funny Women Awards and was labelled ‘one to watch’.

The Laughter Factory has been the UAE’s home of live stand-up for almost three decades, presenting three top-tier comedians every month — many already household names from hit UK and US TV shows. Past alumni include Russell Peters, Michael McIntyre, Dara Ó Briain, Mickey Flanagan, Jason Manford, Sarah Millican, Kevin Bridges, and Frankie Boyle.

With a reputation for discovering and showcasing the very best in comedy, The Laughter Factory has won multiple Time Out Dubai “Best Comedy Night” awards and continues to be the region’s most trusted name in live stand-up.

By car: take Sheikh Zayed Rd/E11, then exit 34 toward Nakhlat Jumeira St/Jumeira, take a slight right onto the ramp, then find your destination on the right.

By public transportation: Take the MRed lines to the Dubai Internet City Metro Station and take a short nine-minute walk from there.

By taxi: You can easily reach your destination by taking a taxi or by using a ride-hailing app.

By car: Take Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan St/E10, continue onto 8th St, then onto 3rd St/Al Meena St. Turn right onto Shinaf St. (signs for Yas Island), then turn left onto Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed St./E12. Turn right to reach your destination.

By public transportation: Take bus 94 (Mamsha Al Saadiyat< Via Louvre) to the Shk. Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Rd./The Club stop and take a minute's walk from there.

By taxi: You can easily reach your destination by using a taxi or by using a ride-hailing app.

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