Group Activities in London
The group night out that always works — live stand-up comedy from just £7
The One Group Activity Everyone Says Yes To
Organising a group activity in London usually means a spreadsheet, a split-the-bill argument, and at least one person who "isn't really into" whatever you picked. A live comedy night is the rare plan with none of that: one booking, one start time, and everyone just turns up. A host and a lineup of professional comedians do all the work — nobody in your group has to perform, dance, solve a puzzle, or throw an axe.
It works for mixed groups precisely because laughing is the one activity nobody opts out of. Work friends, old friends, family, partners — within ten minutes of the first act, everyone's having the same night. With 4,200+ Google reviews and a 4.9/5 rating, JK Comedy Club is one of London's highest-rated nights out for groups.
And it's kind to the group's wallets. Tickets run £7-15 per person — while most group "experience" activities cost several times that per head, a comedy ticket costs less than a round of drinks. Shows run seven nights a week in Soho, Covent Garden and Leicester Square, so wherever your group is meeting, there's a show within walking distance.
What's the Occasion? Pick Your Group Night
Whatever brings your group together, we've got a night built for it:
Hen Party Comedy Night
The hen do idea everyone actually enjoys. The bride's work friends, school friends, and family laughing together within ten minutes — no icebreakers, no forced participation, and sashes are welcome. Tell us it's a hen party and the MC may give the bride-to-be a shout-out.
Stag Do Comedy Night
Put the stag in the front row and consider it a free roast — always good-natured. A proper event to rally the group around, with the whole West End on your doorstep when the show ends. Beats another pub crawl where half the group gets lost by 10 PM.
Birthday Comedy Night
The birthday plan a mixed friend group agrees on. Shows seven nights a week means the actual birthday date can be the show date — including £7 Mondays and £10 Tuesdays and Wednesdays for big groups on a budget.
Corporate & Team Building
Team nights, away days, and client entertainment. Professional comedy in an intimate setting that gets everyone laughing together — perfect for teams of 10 to 60, with a dedicated event coordinator for private events.
Christmas Party Comedy
The office party everyone actually turns up for. Bring the team to a public show, or make it a private Christmas event priced per person. Tell us your guest numbers and we will shape the night around your group.
Just a Big Group of Mates?
No occasion needed. Up to 10 of you can book onto the same show and arrive together to grab a block of seats; more than 10, email us first. Or make it a private show for groups of 10 to 60 with no minimum spend.
How Group Bookings Work
Groups of up to 10: book tickets online for the same show. Seating is unreserved, so arrive together 10-15 minutes before doors and take a block of seats.
Groups of more than 10: email [email protected] with your date, show and numbers before booking, and we will arrange it with you. Bigger groups may qualify for a discount.
Full venue hire: private bookings give your group its own show — an MC, 4 professional comedians, full sound and lighting, bar service, and a dedicated event coordinator, at our venues for groups of 10 to 60. No minimum spend, no hidden fees.
Email [email protected] with your date and group size for a quote within 24 hours. We recommend at least 2 weeks ahead for group bookings and 4 weeks for full venue hire.
Any Night Works — Shows 7 Nights a Week
Unlike most group activities in London, you're not fighting for a weekend slot. We run shows every night of the week in central London:
- Friday & Saturday nights — the biggest atmosphere of the week, at our Covent Garden venue: 8PM on Friday, and 7PM, 8PM and 9PM on Saturday. Tickets £15 on Friday and £16 on Saturday — our busiest nights, so book the group in early.
- Saturday afternoon — 4PM Soho — the daytime option that leaves the whole evening free for dinner and drinks afterwards.
- Tuesday & Wednesday — just £10 a ticket, the cheapest way to bring a big group. Same professional lineups, easier availability.
- Sunday — 8PM Covent Garden — relaxed, and our biggest room, with a full bar in the venue at our Covent Garden venue. Tickets £12.
Every show is around 90 minutes, every venue has bar service, and every one is in the heart of the West End — so the group night carries straight on the second you step outside. Booking last minute? Check what's on tonight.
Group Activities FAQ
How many people can we bring to a comedy show?
Our rooms seat 50-60 people (200 at Covent Garden), so a group of any size fits comfortably at a regular show. Groups of up to 10 book online onto the same date and time. Groups of more than 10 email [email protected] with your date, show and numbers before booking, and we will arrange it with you. If you would rather have the room to yourselves, a private booking gives you your own show with an MC and 4 professional comedians, for groups of 10 to 60.
Can our group sit together?
Yes. Seating is unreserved, so arrive together 10-15 minutes before doors and you can pick a block of seats as a group. Groups of more than 10 email [email protected] before booking, and we will arrange your seating with you. The full group rules are on our FAQ page.
Can we hire a whole venue?
Yes — private bookings are available at our venues for groups of 10 to 60, with no minimum spend and no hidden fees. You get a private comedy show with an MC and 4 professional comedians, bar service, and a dedicated event coordinator. Email [email protected] with your date and group size for a quote within 24 hours.
Which night is best for a group?
Friday and Saturday nights have the biggest atmosphere (£15 on Friday, £16 on Saturday night) — they are our busiest nights, so book early. Monday shows in Covent Garden are just £7 and Tuesday and Wednesday shows are £10, the cheapest way to bring a big group, and Sunday shows at £12 have a relaxed, intimate vibe. We run shows seven nights a week, so any night can be the group night.
How much does it cost per person?
Tickets run £7-16 per person depending on the night — £7 on Mondays, £10 midweek, £15 on Friday and £16 on Saturday night. There's no minimum spend, and drinks are pay-as-you-go at the bar, so nobody in the group has to quietly opt out.
Are the shows 18+?
Yes — all shows are 18+. Make sure everyone in the group brings valid photo ID, as you may be asked for it on arrival.
How far in advance should a group book?
For regular shows, book as soon as your date is set — Friday and Saturday shows are our busiest. For group bookings we recommend at least 2 weeks in advance, and 4 weeks for full venue hire, especially at weekends. Last-minute requests are sometimes possible — just ask.
Book Your Group Night
Tickets from just £7. Shows seven nights a week in central London.
Browse what's on to pick your date, or enquire about private bookings for groups of 10 to 60.
Or combine your night with dinner — see our Dinner & Comedy packages.