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    Stand-up Comedy Events in Wollongong and the Illawarra

    Wollongong's Home of Stand-Up Comedy.

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    Wollongong Comedy has been bringing laughter to the Illawarra since 2006, making it the longest-running comedy club in the region. Plan your perfect night out now! All show below at The Builders Club, Wollongong - grab your tickets now!

    Saturday 9th of August - August Comedy Showcase with Samwise Hemmings

    We’re serving up a comedy feast with the musical mayhem of Samwise Hemmings and the high-energy hilarity of Marty Bright, joined by rising stars Madeleine Stewart and Michael Vincent.

    • Samwise Hemmings – musical chaos meets surreal stand-up
    • Marty Bright – international fave and your charming MC
    • Madeleine Stewart – award-winning comedian + viral sketch queen
    • Michael Vincent – real, raw, and laugh-out-loud funny

    This lineup is STACKED... grab your crew and get ready for a massive night of laughs.

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    Friday 22nd August 8pm - Daniel Connell: Box-headed Manbaby

    Daniel Connell (as seen on Have You Been Paying Attention? And the Melbourne Int'l Comedy Festival Gala) comes to The Builders Wollongong for one night only. Box-Headed Manbaby is a brand-new hour full of punchlines and stories that will have you laughing for days afterwards.

    Tickets available

    The Parent/Teacher Interview by Ben Knight - Thursday 9 October, 7.30pm

    Ever wondered what teachers really think about you, your kids and the education system?

    Come along to The Parent Teacher Night and enjoy an hour of brutally honest comedy, hosted by teacher Ben Knight, to find out!

    Ben is a Queensland teacher who made the move to Melbourne ten years ago to pursue comedy and acting. He has sold out his past 6 Melbourne International Comedy Festival runs and he has landed TV roles in Upper Middle Bogan, The Warriors, Offspring and Bay of Fires to name a few. Ben most recently starred in The Fall Guy starring alongside Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt.

    Show Contains Adult Themes and Coarse Language. Recommended Age: 16+

    Grab your tickets here

    Saturday 22 November 2025 8:00 PM - Wil Anderson - Whatchu Talkin' 'Bout Wil?

    In 2025 Wil Anderson is bringing his completely improvised shows to comedy clubs and festivals around the country. Every night will be a completely different show, made for- and with- the people in the room only. Never to be recorded. Never to be repeated. Witness one of the fastest comedic minds of his generation for a unique, never to be repeated experience.

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    Click here for a full list of all upcoming Wollongong Comedy events.

    Known for showcasing the best of Australian stand-up comedy, Wollongong Comedy have hosted top-tier performers while also nurturing a thriving local comedy scene. From professional shows to open mic nights, their events provide unforgettable entertainment and opportunities for aspiring comedians to shine.

    With deep roots in the community and a passion for delivering big laughs, Wollongong Comedy continues to be the heart of live comedy in Wollongong, NSW. Learn more about Wollongong Comedy here now.

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    • The Builders Club 61 Church Street Wollongong New South Wales 2500
    • Tickets from only $30.
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    • Doors open - 7.30pm | Show starts - 8pm
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