The Haters Ball

Reading Indie Comedy Festival will return in 2026 between the 14 - 17 of May.

The festival will comprise of 4 days of hilarious shows across Reading's independent comedy circuit.

Further detail will follow as we confirm the festival programme so keep an eye on this page.

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Winner of the 2026 Chortle Award for Best Format Show at the Edinburgh Fringe. The Haters' Ball returns for its 12th riotous year, pitting four comedians head to head in a battle of wits, ruthlessly roasting whatever the audience throws their way. From A-list celebrities, breaking news, to the poor souls in the audience... nothing is sacred. You name it, we roast it. International sell-out from Perth Fringe to London's Top Secret Comedy Club, and rumoured favourite of Gerard Butler, no two shows are ever the same.

Warnings
Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing

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Advance - The Haters Ball ONLY (£8)

Lineup subject to change. Timings may changes slightly as we finalise the festival schedule.